Sunday, January 13, 2013

Let's RODEO Las Vegas!

The National Final Rodeo was definitely the highlight of my trip.  I have been wanting to go as far back as I can remember.  It is the ultimate of all rodeo experiences.  I had a blast watching AND taking pictures.  The picture taking was a little interesting from the second level.  The flash or course doesn't help in that situation so I definitely had to experiment with my settings.  The results aren't professional quality, but nevertheless a way to document a fantastic experience.  








                                                                THE END!!!

Saturday, January 12, 2013

Viva Las Vegas!










Our recent trip to "Sin City" was more than fabulous!  It is definitely a place I travel back to although I originally thought it would be a "one time" destination for me.  I have to admit, I was mesmarized by the lights and sheer energy that surrounded me.  This small town girl was definitely amazed.  Although Cody and I aren't big gamblers, we do enjoy having a few drinks and a good time.  The simple fact that we were surrounded by some of our best friends made it even more enjoyable!

Taking "vacation" pictures still proves to be a challenge for me...especially when traveling with Cody Wood.  I always feel like people are waiting on me when snapping photos and that makes me go into an ever so slight panic mode.  Also combined with the fact that we try to see EVERYTHING during the short duration of our stay.  Sometimes I wish I had time to step back and get a little more creative, but that just never happens.  On the contrary, I am on vacation to have fun and take in all the sights and sounds...without having to look through the lens of a camera.  With that said, these were some of my favorite pictures in which I felt captured the mood of Vegas.  Stay tuned for my next which will be dedicated solely to the National Finals Rodeo!