Little Explorer - Busy Week

The past week has been so busy I haven't been around my computer to post anything here. I've been planning some upcoming photo shoots, looking at some new locations and working on some other projects. I'm excited for what the next few weeks have in store. Hopefully I'll find time to post some of the personal work I've been doing sometime soon too! Here is just a shot I got while doing a little exploring. 

I'm Published!

A couple of my photos have been published in the Coastal Review Online. Follow the link to check out my photos and read a great story about the restoration of Sylvia II.

Random Bits with No Particularly Fancy Title

Birds of a Feather...

Lily and I had an amazing experience the other day while venturing through the woods. We took a trail that we usually bypass and came across the largest flock of black birds I've ever seen. I heard the birds chirping and a few geese off in the distance and wanted to see if I could sneak up on them. I knew there was a body of water just at the end of the trail so we headed that way. As we approached the sounds became way more voluminous than I expected. It was all anyone could hear - almost deafening - but so magical and oddly relaxing (although it did feel a bit like an Alfred Hitchcock movie). We got off the golf cart at the end of the trail and hoofed it the rest of the way. The woods were thick and the swampy ground in front of us made it hard to get too close without going for a swim. Lily stood quietly and watched in awe, as did I. I barely took any photos because I wanted to be in the moment instead of watching it all through my lens. My photos do no justice to what we actually witnessed and my words won't either, but here is an idea of what we saw. 

Participate in my Point of View Post

Go to my Facebook page and participate in my Point of View Post. Here is my point of view from earlier today while editing photos. Let me see yours!

My Mood Today.

There's Something About Abandoned Chairs

With each abandoned place I find, I've noticed single chairs just randomly left behind. So far all of the chairs I've discovered have been some sort of office chair with wheels. People must have something against sitting at a desk around here. Check out my Facebook page to see other photos of abandoned chairs and structures. 

Catfishing

A Little Taste Of Spring

In rebuttal of today's snow day, I'm posting Spring. I've enjoyed the warm weather we've had until today and I am in denial that it will be cold anymore this week. Come on Spring! I don't like cold weather. Bring back the 70's and sun. 

Just A Cute Baby Post

Cute Baby. That is all.

The Not-so-Itsy-Bitsy Spider

I'm not going to lie, guys. I had to keep my feet up in the chair while editing these photos because I get the "heebie jeebies" just looking at this spider and remembering how close I was to it and how large it was. I just knew it was going to jump up on my face, crawl down my hair and into my shirt. And just as I got it in focus my hair blew in the wind and lightly brushed against my neck and I threw in the towel. I'm pretty sure I'll have spider nightmares forever now. Admittedly, I found it trapped in the dog bowl and it wasn't likely to escape. I set it free after our photo shoot and hoped to never see it again...especially in my house. Eeeeegh.

Photographer In Training

Here is my little photographer in training. She watches me carrying my camera around taking photos all the time and now insists on bringing hers along everywhere we go too. We ventured out for a few shots today and before I could even find mine she had already grabbed her camera and was inquiring where mine was. She also informed me that I had to carry mine like she was carrying hers - on her shoulder with the strap. Her enthusiasm makes me smile!

Feeling Blank

Sometimes its better to stay quiet and observe. 

And because I just don't have much to say today...

I'll do just that.

Abandoned House Adventures

Exploring abandoned structures is one of my favorite pastimes. I find it interesting what people have left behind and the story their deserted belongings create in my mind. I wonder where the occupants went, why they left and how they lived. I like to imagine what the houses looked like in their prime, where the furniture was, what the people cooked, how the house smelt and sounded when it was occupied. Below are some photos from one of my recent finds and my little explorer in training as well.

Window Light Baby

This is a favorite shot of mine from a quick shoot in the house. I love the lighting in this photo - all natural window light - I love the model as well.

Carolina Beach State Park

Stopped by Carolina Beach State Park while we were in town and got a few shots. We plan on doing a family camping trip there sometime this year to enjoy the scenery and relax. There are plenty of walking trails and lots of wild life to observe. I can't wait to get back out there with my camera. There are also some newly built cabins available for rent now, which may be a better option for our kids. If you haven't already and are ever in the area, check it out!

Bright and Early Shooting

Here are a couple shots I took during our family outing to Wilmington the other day. We stopped at Rock Arch Rapids Lock and Dam 1 to catch the sunrise and check out the Cape Fear River. 

Goodnight All

 Today has been a looooong and busy day so I thought I'd call it a night. This photo is from a few weeks ago during the full moon, but I thought it was fitting for a Goodnight post. And on that note, sleep well everyone. Zzzzz....

If you can't beat 'em.....Eat 'em!

These aren't the best photos of a dandelion I've ever seen, but I can't help giving them a little glory anyways. I love taking photos of nature and this particular plant is special to me. I will always have a fondness for dandelions. A good friend once taught me what more could come from this seemingly ordinary weed. One day she took me outside with a bag in one hand, a butterknife in the other and she taught me how to harvest dandelion greens. Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but I was open to trying new things. We gathered as many as we could find until she thought we had enough and back into the house we went. She washed them, prepared them and later that night we sat down to a glass of wine and a wonderfully tasty meal with one of the sides being dandelion greens. It was a great experience and not the last time I ate weeds for dinner. Now every time I see them growing anywhere I smile, think of a great friend...and get a little hungry. 

  

Creating Humans

After a small haitus from my photography career, I'm back and shooting again. It feels great to be back behind the lens and succumbing to my creative needs again. With the many changes in my life recently, I decided it was time to say farewell to my old blog, Brandi Hunt Photography, and start anew.  I hope you enjoy my latest images. I'll begin with a photo showing you what I created in my time off - my beautiful babies! I couldn't be more in love.