The picture that got me a place...

Hide, originally uploaded by Glam_2006.

Portfolio...
Well he liked a few of the images in my portfolio when i stepped into the interview at the college, but this is once he really liked and asked me alot about it. he said if i had an idea in mind...there wasnt none really but i could see what he was getting at. he asked me where it was. it was in the institute building, and its becky hooson she didnt want any photos taking of her face so i got this result. so becky thanks!

Welcome to Harrogate College

harrogate college, originally uploaded by Glam_2006.

YES I GOT INTO UNI...

i cant believe i went this week to uni and i got in!!! i have a place on the photography and digital imaging degree i know its going to be hard, but i really feel its best for me, ive seen the studios and the campus its clean and people really care about you, i have followed photography for years, and now i want to be REALLY good at it! i mean PROFESSIONAL!

WHOOHOOO!...

i even get student discounts get in, its crazy because i am going to be getting the train to and from uni each week, the view going to it is beautiful i love it so much! theres the yorkshire dales and the country side right over the train line, its amazing! the people are really nice, just wait till i start all the work ARGH!!!! lol i just am so shocked i got in i had sleepless nights for ages!!!

FINANCE!

thats the next step its like your being led into the dark by the BLIND! but im getting there not falling for the "student account freebies" although YES tempting. BELIEVE ME! my next post above will be about the photo that got me into the course...you may be surprised!

Perhaps Love...

I was at Sarah and Steven Smith's wedding and they had the musical item a song ive NEVER heard but i nearly got teared up with it...here are the following lyrics i heard i was touched by it! hope you like it too!

PERHAPS LOVE

Perhaps love is like a resting place

A shelter from the storm

It exists to give you comfort

It is there to keep you warm

And in those times of trouble

When you are most alone

The memory of love will bring you home

Perhaps love is like a window

Perhaps an open door

It invites you to come closer

It wants to show you more

And even if you lose yourself

And don't know what to do

The memory of love will see you through

Oh, Love to some is like a cloud

To some as strong as steel

For some a way of living

For some a way to feel

And some say love is holding on

And some say letting go

And some say love is everything

And some say they don't know

Perhaps love is like the ocean

Full of conflict, full of pain

Like a fire when it's cold outside

Thunder when it rains

If I should live forever

And all my dreams come true

My memories of love will be of you

And some say love is holding on

And some say letting go

And some say love is everything

Some say they don't know

Perhaps love is like the ocean

Full of conflict, full of pain

Like a fire when it's cold outside

Or thunder when it rains

If I should live forever

And all my dreams come true

My memories of love will be of you

Appreciate the Small things...

Babies...
Are truly beautiful i took this photo last week, and appreciate the pure joy babies have from the love of their parents, i love seeing babies and toddlers smile, they are happy with small and simple things.

Things going right...
Im always thankful when the small choices you make in a day really effect you and when they go right thats even better

Nature...
even small birds chirping, sunrises, and morning breeze can make me happy, jsut small things God has put on the earth fo us to enjoy

YES i love the small things! 

Best friends...

valentine dance, originally uploaded by Glam_2006.

I never had a best friend until i met mark, i always feel so comfortable round him! i dont have to pretend to be anything else that myself...he laughs at my funny ways, he supports me and just is always there for me! i am and always will be grateful for him! hes awesome...this photo was taken at the york valentines dance not the best pic but its the only one i have with us together! :) lv ya Markie!!!

Take a Break...Camps done!

sleep, originally uploaded by Glam_2006.

In this heat, you have to have a rest! i took this today...but i love it!

CAMP MEMORIES...
we brought mum and Roxy back home from camp, and i have fond memories of those camp years, so much preparation so much love and care! i always loved the testimony meetings, it was like a safe haven for us all being together as YW sharing experiences and growing in the Gospel!

FRIENDS 'R' US...
I was blessed to meet all sorts of new people on camp the list is endless...
Sarah Smith aka Ducker
Charlene Kendall
Ashley Zirman
John Williams
Naomi Makins aka Simcock
Becky Bray aka ONeil

thats JUST to name a few...i loved being there even if flies where in our tent and none of us didnt look too glamourous! but it didnt matter we cared about each other, i felt the spirit when i visited the site. it truely is a time when you can come together. i really miss that Camp atmosphere...

I need SLEEP...
But all in all the most rewarding thing when i got back the thing i missed most coming off camp MY BED! id do so much my head pounded! so thanks roxy for posing for me :D

i hope everyone had a good experience of camp as i did....sure i was sick 2 years in a row, sure i got home sick, sure i clung to dad the first year...but by the end i was begging to come back.

BEX

Incredible ties...

incredible ties!, originally uploaded by Glam_2006.

Show off...
I guess the only true accesory guys can accesorize on is TIES! these are my dads hung up in his room...so i thought id include it in my blog, i just thought it was cool :)

MY DAD...
Dad works so hard at work and in church...im blessed to have him in my life, he always likes to look his best and perform his best, hes a good example for me. hes good with people, good at sales, good at expounding knowledge he is always there for me...

may his tie reign ever continue...even if you have hundreds of em ;o)

love ya Dad

BEX

Think about it...

Sarah and steven smith wedding (31), originally uploaded by Glam_2006.

i love close up photos from weddings, i think most of the time people forget to take the detail...

The Beading...
The intricate beading can symbollize each trial and problem we have will add to our beauty over a long period of time

The Knot...
To signify our commitment, faithfulness

The Hand...
Support and comfort from your companion

The Ring...
Crisp and Clear on the finger, to shine as an example of promise and love

The White...
To show virtue and cleanliness and new begginings

i guess you could interpret it your own way! but thats why i like the photo!

BEX

Being Comfortable...

tam 6, originally uploaded by Glam_2006.

With Yourself...
Tammie my good friend, she doesnt need makeup in her photos, i took them and i didnt need to touch up or anything, i thought about how people need to forget about stereotypical beauty, Tammie is a beautiful person in and out, im glad she is my friend...

With your Talents...
So i pondered myself, i sometimes think gosh im a bad photographer! but sometimes i just have bad days and plus i have a bad foot, but all in all im comfortable with my talents and my ability in taking photos, but its been a journey ill tell you!

With saying how you feel...
too many people bottle up how they truly feel ok we are not an open book, but we should at least let someone turn the pages! we shouldnt be afraid of social circles or speaking to new people...

hope this is good insight for you all...

BEX

"if ye are prepared Ye shall not fear!"...

notes
Originally uploaded by Glam_2005.

BE PREPARED...
My First wedding shoot i had no idea what i was doing but i was happy to be there and so i decided id research and do everything i could to make it all nice. in this picture you will see a note book, invitations orders of service wedding photos, and a list of events/photos to take, i have to always prepare and research what im doing i feel to be my best.

A LIST OF TIPS...
Such as...
-taking photos when the bride is getting ready on her request
-generally ask the couple what they want, style etc ie CLASSIC/TRADITIONAL/CANDID
-Know the number of bridesmaids, colour schemes and any special guests
-know the venue, the people the place and try to always get there early and speak to ushers, best men and anyone making the day possible its good to have a coordination and organized structure to the day
-have individual shots of bridesmaids and anyone who requests.
-most of all be alert and have the camera at the ready ALWAYS!

CARRY ON...
i have loads more but i wanted to just cover a few. The thing i thought was ill have to get a person i REALLY trust to take MY photos, as i dont want them messed up im so bad arnt i? hehe but i do know i love taking photos (if you havnt already guessed) MAY I CONTINUE...

This is the Band themselves....

m peeps
Originally uploaded by Glam_2005.

I love them so much, Heather small is a talented singer...:D

MMMM PPL!

The band that has stuck with me if you will over all the years...sure i could mention spice girls but they died after 2 years of high school, the music that has really stirred my senses and folled me through life is M PEOPLE

M People were a British house music act from Manchester which formed in 1990. They consisted of Mike Pickering, Heather Small and Paul Heard and Shovell.
After the release of The Best of M People in 1998, the band took a long break. Heather Small recorded a solo album and it seemed that the band had split, although a repackaged greatest hits album was released in 2005 and the band also embarked on a short tour of the UK. Small continued to pursue a solo career, as her song Proud was the soundtrack to the successful London 2012 Olympic Bid. - WIKIPEDIA.ORG


SINGLES...
1991 "How Can I Love You More"
1992 "Colour My Life"
1993 "One Night In Heaven"
1993 "Moving On Up"
1993 "Don't Look Any Further"
1994 "Renaissance"
1994 "Sight For Sore Eyes"
1995 "Open Your Heart"
1995 "Search For the Hero"
1995 "Love Rendezvous"
1995 "Itchycoo Park"
1997 "Just For You"
1997 "Fantasy Island"
1997 "Angel Street"
1997 "Testify"
1999 "Dreaming"

This is a List of most of the songs i love Pretty much every song for different reasons...Hather Small is a legend! shes a soulful singer...ive imagined dancing to these songs, heard them on dates, spoke to loads of people about them, been mocked for liking them, listened to them when oive been happy, mad, sad, broken down, pondering...they just are awesome! BEX

Re"MARK"able...

I had to Blog about MARKIE...what a dude he is, Mark has been there for me through thick and thin im so glad i have him in my life. for the following reasons...

1- he makes me laugh so much
2- we are so different but so much alike
3- he doesnt mind sitting next to me
4- we both make funny faces
5- hes very organised and a great assistant!
6- he will drop anything to help me out
7- i really CAN call him any time any where!
8- we both like similar films
9- we see eye to eye on the gospel
10- we are goal orientated
11- hes the best friend i ever had
12- he helps me get over breakups!
13- i love his parents
14- he is kind and loving to everyone
15- he has a great testimony and is a great priesthood holder - he just does loads for people!
16- he will help me and encourage me in my dreams, ie photography
17- we both like LOST and MEDIUM and WWE!
18- we stick up for each other, and pretend to be b/f and g/f if people are being stalkerish!
19- we can gr0ove good at the dances
20- he lets me call him any name which now is traditionally MARKIEEE

Name them one by one...

My blessings, i feel i have to write them because sometimes i forget...

1- First and foremost, MY FAMILY! because without them id be nothing
2- My nursery kids, that teach me patience but also CHRISTLIKE LOVE
3- slush puppies and anything "ice cube" like on hot days
4- meeting new people - being able to speak to anyone!
5- Learning new things, like PHOTOGRAPHY
6- That i have the Gospel, and have always had it since i was born
7- For good leaders and teachers who have been good influences in my life
8- Missionaries (they brought my family into the church)
9- The Book of mormon, The book is blue and its true 'nuff said!
10- My camera and my charming skills, BARGAINS thats all ill say!
11- My home and what it stands for
12- Prayer!!!
13- laughter ESPECIALLY impressions!
14- The prophets such as Wilford Woodruff, Heber J Grant, and Gordon B Hinkley
15- My many journals and being able to look back in time
16- Good Programme and films and music
17- Being able to sing and hear others sing, it truly brings the spirit into my life
18- MY very re"mark"able friend ;)
19- The temple and its blessings if your worthy
20- Just the little things, like hugs smiles and brownies ;)

Going to the chapel and were gonna get MARRIED!

Sunny Scotland...
How i love weddings, but how i loved doing my first wedding TAKING PHOTOS! im back tracking again to june 1-3 - i was asked by Liann Waite to take photos for her and her being brave in hiring me i gladly accepted, but i tell you i was SCARED! Mark was there to support me as he always does! markie is a great friend and assistant to me, i gave him a list and he was jsut so helpful he helped me with my bags and just was super organized, we went to scotland - its so worth going to guys! anyway i travelled up with the Beckwiths who supplied us with loads of mint sweets (much appreciated) :D the sugar was just what i needed, it ended up being so beautiful and sunny for the day and i couldnt of asked for any better photos...all the people ive shown are so impressed by them, i just am so blessed to have a talent for photography. i can actually share with anyone and everyone!!! this day was a decider for me if i would do this FOR REAL and go study it...and as i loved doing it...IM GOING AHEAD!

My plans for photography...
I saw some part time courses and saw the "building a portfolio" course so im going for that first, then i will follow with a foundation degree and the third year turning it into a BA and i will attend BYU-I (my dream) but for a year only ill keep fingers crossed! maybe it wont happen but i have to have dreams...anyway have a look at some of my examples...

Photos from the day...