KC + Tim | La Jolla, CA

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The day couldn't have been more beautiful for KC and Tim's La Jolla engagement session and it was full of surprises! I so loved catching up with KC since our summers working at Camp MiVoden in Idaho. The spark in her eyes and the way that Tim just adores her made this friend happy. 

A seagull stopped in for his moment of fame.

                 

              

The cutest surprise of the evening was the wave that creeped up on the lovebirds, and Tim whisking KC out of the water! Such an adorable couple! 

Life During Photography Travels :: Summer 2012

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Click to see more of the fun... Life During Photography Travels :: Summer 2012

Texas, Idaho, Washington, and Michagan... I'm coming your way!

Pin It Off and on for the next two months I'm going to be making stops around the country for photo shoots! Just wanted to share my schedule for those interested in a session that might be around Keene, TX | Hayden Lake, ID | Walla Walla, WA | Berrien Springs, MI. I have a session or two left for most of the cities. Check the schedule below and hop on over to Caressa Rogers Photography Website to book your session! Hope to see some of you all soon!

Soaking up the sun light...

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May= weddings, 12 hour editing days, meetings with brides, family sessions and numerous graduations.  To say this month has been busy would be putting it mildly. But in the midst of all the craziness I took B.O.B.'s advise in his new song, So Good...

...I see us on a beach down in Mexico...

Nachos worth "flying" for!

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Meet the most amazing nachos ever! On a recent photography trip to Texas two of my clients suggested we stop so I could try their new favorite place, Yucatan Taco Stand. I am forever grateful to them... well, except for the fact they introduced me to my new favorite food that is miles away in Texas. :( They are so good I'd be tempted to hop on a plane just to get them!

For $8 you get this huge plate of nachos, covered in a garlic aioli sauce, a queso sauce, shredded veggies, cilantro, cabbage, queso fresco, and a huge serving of guacamole. Oh and to top it off... there is this sweet and spicy sauce at every table! If you are ever in the Fort Worth area you must visit, Yucatan Taco Stand!

The two fabulous girls, Cooky & Sam, who introduced me to my new favorite food!

A love affair with Gelato...

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There is honestly nothing better then Gelato... well, maybe not. But I must say it is one of my favorite desserts! Last year while in Italy visiting my friend, Jess, I would daily wander the city of Florance, gelato in hand.

I've tried gelato in little shops back home in the US... but they don't quite compare. That is until...

I tried Talenti Gelato!

Talenti is right up there with the Gelatos of Italy. I stumbled upon it one day in the grocery,

and I should probably regret that day. I've tried the Salted Caramel and the Caribbean

Coconut, both are divine! Now I can have a little taste of Italy without hopping a plane.

Source: Caressa on Pinterest

A View to the Year Ahead from the Perspective of the Past!

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I spent this first week of the new year on Sanibel Island, FL. After the craziness of the holidays, which for me includes family time and last minute Christmas photo sessions, it's time for some R&R. Thankfully my parents planned a Mystery Trip for our family. The evening of New Years Eve we hopped a flight down to Sanibel. We made it just in time to walk on the beach and watch the fireworks light up the coast of Ft. Meyers and Naples as the clock struck midnight.

It was the perfect way to celebrate the new year... While looking forward to the new year, I also looked back 13 years to the last time I had walked along that shell covered beach. Sanibel Island is such a special place in my heart. Every year till I was 10 I spent the winters there, weather just for a couple weeks or for a couple months some years. Being there this past week was like coming home.

We spent the week soaking up the sun, riding bikes around the island, eating at favorite places and reliving memories. I had time to sit and reflect on this new year, where I am heading both with my business and personal life. During this time God opened doors and laid out plans for me, things beyond my wildest imagination! I find it amazing every time I receive another direction from Him. I love the verse in 1 Corinthians 2:9,

"No one's ever seen or heard anything like this,

Never so much as imagined anything quite like it.

What God has arranged for those who love him."

This week has reminded me of that. It's something I cling to on the days where my direction is not so clear. For He has and always will show me His will. I pray that He directs each and every one of you in this coming year. For His plans are the best plans!

2011 in Review!

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What an unbelievable year 2011 was! The blessings this year have been abundant in both my personal life and photography business. I have developed some incredible memories and friendships along the way this year. Thought I would share a review of some of the highlights from 2011...

Camp Mivoden:

I spent my second summer working at Camp Mivoden in Idaho. For three months I taught photography and hung out with some really cool people. Definitely a highlight of the year! Click below to read a blog post about my summer.

Summer in Idaho...

Travel:

This year found me on the road a lot, some for business and some for pleasure. Here are two of the pleasure trips I went on. Jess, a roommate from college, was living in Italy for the year and I hopped on the opportunity to visit her in abroad. The second trip was a family mystery trip, to Vienna and Prague to learn about our family roots. The best part was that it was a surprise till getting our tickets at the airport. Both of these trips provided awesome photographic opportunities.

A Dash Through Paris...

Hello from Florence...

Business:

This year was filled with growth for Caressa Rogers Photography. The year started with the launch of the new Caressa Rogers Photography website and update of camera equipment, with the Canon Mark II. In the fall, I won tickets from photographer, Jasmine Star to a 3 day conference hosted by Wedding and Portrait Photographers International. October came and I launched the website Travel Photography by Caressa Rogers. All of the growth would not be possible if it weren't for the 27 amazing clients I worked with this year! I am so blessed to have such wonderful, supportive clients and friends. I'm so happy about how much Caressa Rogers Photography has grown in 2011. Click below to read more about some of the areas of growth!

Free Ticket to WPPI U | Atlanta...

Pioneer Woman Sister's Contest...

The new Caressa Rogers Photography Website...

There is so much to be thankful for this past year and I can't wait for 2012. I have many new exciting things to share in the coming months.

Stay tuned and Happy New Year!

Caressa

On The Second Day of Christmas!

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On the second day of Christmas

Caressa shared with me,

Two lucky winners,

And Santa's little helper for all to see.

"The winner of Caressa Rogers Photography 2011 Favorite Photo Contest with 176 LIKES."

The winner of the Travel Photography Contest...

Prague | Alicia King

The [UN]Tour!

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Fellow lovers of photography, travel, adventure and awesome web design you must check out The [UN] Tour! Photographer Khara Plicanic and her husband Emir, are providing one of the most epic, creative photography tours I've ever! Khara and Emir are biking from California to Florida providing FREE photo classes at 8 cities! When asked about why it's called The [UN]Tour they responded, "We’re hitting the road for this self-funded teaching adventure because 1) we’re [UN]deniably addicted to travel and love a good challenge 2) we’re [UN]doubtedly passionate about the things we’re teaching and 3) it’s truly [UN]like any other touring workshop we’ve ever heard of."

I was shocked to find out that Khara and Emir just picked up biking and hit the road in San Diego with no training. Hats off to you guys! To follow their adventure and read more about their travel prep check out their blog.

Remember theses classes are open to anyone and are super beneficial to both beginner and pro photographers! If your city is one of their stops, i encourage you to go! Not only is it going to be an amazing opportunity but also fun to support their [Un]Tour!

A Free Ticket to WPPI U | Atlanta

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I love following other photographers blogs. When I began my business just about 2 years ago I would spend hours pouring over blogs, reading articles on marketing, photographing techniques and tip. I still love reading blogs, and will weekly catch up on my favorite fellow photographers. I just wish I had more time!

During my weekly dose of photo blog reading a couple weeks ago, Jasmine Star, an amazing international wedding photographer, offered a chance to win tickets to WPPI U to hear her speak. On a whim I entered and forgot about it. The next week I found an email from Jasmine telling me I had won! (Thanks Jasmine!)

For those of you who don't know about WPPI, Wedding and Portrait Photographers International, it's a convention held yearly in Las Vegas. I had won tickets to the 3 day WPPI University Convention in Atlanta and then to the major convention in Las Vegas next February.

The convention in Atlanta was one of the most incredible experiances of my photography career. There were over 400 photographers hanging on every word of valuable advise from the presenters. Topics ranged from the creative side of the photography like posing of subjects, lighting, and editing to the important more business side. I took notes like a mad woman! :)

Not only did I learn so much which I will be applying to my business, but also chatted with and made friends with others who are passionate about photography. (Shall share more about a couple really cool gals in a future post.)

Wordless Wednesday ~ Florence Bike

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Wordless Wednesday ~ Flowers in Paris

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Wordless Wednesday ~ Carousel

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Diana and Ashley's Senior Pictures

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On a recent trip to Texas I stayed with two super fun girls, Diana Ruibola and Ashley Gonzalez. They are graduating in a few weeks so one morning we headed out and took some senior pictures. I loved hanging out with these girls and exploring for photo locations. Congrats Diana and Ashley!

A Quick Dash Through Paris!

Pin It On the way to Italy I had a 11 hour layover in Paris... The temptation was too great... I hopped on the Metro and ventured into the city. Here is a glimpse of the 5 hours I spent running through Paris to capture as much of this great city as I could. From the It was defiantly an experience I will never forget!

Off to Colorado!

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I'm spending this week snowboarding in Colorado with some friends. I'll post pictures of the amazing time we are having sometime next week!

A Tiramisu to Remember!

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My love for Tiramisu began over two years ago in Rosario, Argentina. My best friend, Alli Gerard and I had taken a weekend trip to Rosario during our semester studying in Argentina. We had been site seeing all day and were famished. After an amazing meal of Pumpkin Ravioli we decided to treat ourselves to Tiramisu. It was my first taste of Tiramisu and I shall forever remember it! It had an incredible amount of the luscious cream filling and just enough of the lady fingers.

The above picture is after we had taken our first bite. Since then whenever Alli and I are together and Tiramisu is an option on the menu there is no question we will finish our meal with it. Unfortunately, we have not yet met a Tiramisu that has beat that first experience in Argentina. Do you have a favorite food that is forever etched in your memory? I'd love to hear about it!

A White Christmas!

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After the craziness of the last minute holiday photo sessions had ended the festivities began... It was an extra special Christmas season this year because my brother came back from Argentina, just in time for my college graduation. Here are some pictures of Graduation, our family ski trip to Colorado and the white Christmas we returned to in Georgia...

A Summer Day on Hayden Lake!

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