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Tom Gabel’s Transgender Journey. So proud and inspired by her. Against Me! has been my favorite band for a long time.
Margaret Cho is a badass. Seriously.
Jasmine Star is so smart. I needed to read this right now. Business is a little rough at the moment.
This is seriously one of the most gorgeous weddings I’ve ever seen photos of!
Early 20s vs. Late 20s- this is so hilarious!
Pretty sure I’ve been asked all of these questions.
I love Gala Darling- she’s so damn smart and amazing.
Post over on Heartbreaker Fashion’s blog about my shoot with Teer Wayde at Viva.
I think this has been linked like crazy, but if you’ve missed it somehow- Dove’s Beauty Sketch Experiment.
Awesome wedding photos- awesome as in hilarious!
Pretty much need to have a girl so we can match!
Interesting article about American Girl Dolls.
This necklace is so gorgeous. I wish I could order it!
I did some photos for Beat Black and she used them on her blog! beat
This bums me out- come on Disney!
Shooting for Things & Ink would be a serious dream come true!

Reading: Dita Von Teese’s Burlesque/Fetish book. It’s sooooo good! Not just pretty pictures but lots of awesome info.
Wondering: when it might get to the point that I have to just go back to a normal day job and stop working for myself. I’m not nearly making enough money to get out of my debt and it’s been really rough. I know lots of people can make a living working for themselves but I just don’t get it because I am struggling so much.
Feeling thankful: for my amazing boyfriend. I honestly some days really don’t think I’d be here without him. When I met him I was going through a very big breakdown and was getting treatment for my mental illness. He showed me what it was to love someone as they are and truly encourage and believe in someone. Even though I know my family loves me, they haven’t always been the most supportive of my career choices and have been skeptical. Mike has never said anything negative about my work or thought for a moment that I couldn’t do it (or at least he hasn’t shown it!). I just love that I can be my total and honest true self with him and not worry about what he thinks because I know he loves me no matter what.
Eating: I have hashbrowns on the stove right now. Mmmmmmmm!
Watching: 5,6,7,8 – it’s a documentary on Netflix about young dancers. Pretty good so far, even though it’s kinda low budget.
Working on: Editing some shots I did of a little boy named Jacob last week, he’s adorable! We let him run around South Mountain in his Batman shirt and long curls- amazing!
Loving: my puppies, even though they drive me bonkers. Having six dogs is crazy but I can’t imagine it any other way. I love my babies.
Blog post idea taken from Sometimes Sweet!
A few quick shots of Miranda from when we were shooting her for my paper doll series!!
Just a few quick shots of Miss Jessa Doll from yesterday! She’s the best lady!
If you want to buy it- go here!

I was so lucky to have my work at two different showings on Friday night!
I have five framed prints at MissConstrued Boutique downtown, and then I had two prints at the Paint and Patron Art Show!
Made me feel pretty awesome and proud of myself!
Danielle of Hair or Dye at me!
Me and my prints!
My prints- Lovely pinup ladies! Angie Alamilla! Stevie Rosalie! Pattie Anne! Lauren Perry! Taryn Ashley!
Me and my prints of Sabina!
These two are for sale if you are interested : ]
The Paint and Patron Art Show was on Friday night and it was so much fun!
I had a great time and got some awesome shots.
I was really impressed at how amazing the art work was!
I shot Taryn the other day for my paper doll project and we did a few quick simple/classic shots of her!
Seriously- one of the most gorgeous women ever! Both inside and out!
MUAH: Celena Garcia
Natasha and Javi by Tara O. Photos from Tara O’Connor on Vimeo.
I’ve missed video and been wanting to do this for a while, specifically with this song and this idea.
Natasha and Javi were perfect for it, and I am so happy with how it came out.
Short and Sweet- and adorable to boot!
Can’t wait to get my Mark III and have even better video quality…
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