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Welcome to Indigo Photography

So this is where I'm supposed to talk about how much I really love photography and capturing the great milestones of your life. Got it.

If I said my life's ambition was to be a photographer, I'd be a big, hairy McLiar. Throughout life, photography has peaked my interest, but my first love has always been writing and I never had the time to pursue both. In recent years, I started shooting people as a hobby. Believe it or not, I've never been caught. Sorry, that was totally lame. Eventually, it developed into more. In other words, this was a tragically beautiful accident. But isn't that true of all the best things in life?    

As for my style, it is non-traditional. I shoot entirely on location and aim to capture something unique and candid, in a setting that normally might not be considered beautiful. The last thing I want to do is take a picture that we've all seen a million times. Photography is not how I pay my bills, it is something I do for enjoyment; therefore, I look at each session as an opportunity to put my creative energy to use. Hopefully, the result will be something you can hang on your wall and gaze at in wonderment for years to come; or, just something to replace the portrait your mom has had in that oak frame since the late 80's.

I work on location in Rockford, IL and surrounding areas. I offer family and portrait sessions including: bridals, maternity, engagements, headshots, seniors, and children. If you should have any questions, or need a late night counselling session, please refer to the FAQs or use the contact form.

Oh. And I really love photography and capturing the great milestones of your life.

What's up with the blog?

Who am I to say what you might find on this blog?  Although I'm not very good at adhering to any kind of format, I'll venture to say that you can expect a few things here: sneak peeks from sessions, random photographic adventures, warm & fuzzy thoughts, and anything else that doesn't fit on my completely ridiculous personal blog, Blunt Delivery. 

Be Inspired.

February 15, 2010

It’s hard to get inspired sometimes when you live in a place that is too cold to go outside for 5 months of the year. But sometimes, when you force yourself to go out there, you’ll find inspiration in the simple things. Lately, I’ve been in a bit of a depression and I’ve found it hard to get creative. Music has always been one of my biggest sources of inspiration, and I recently discovered Trespassers William, which is slowly becoming my new favorite band. In fact, they are playing right now. Check em out. I dare you. 

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Jes - Ooooh! I've never heard of the band, but believe me, I WILL look them up. . .If only because I love Winnie-the-Pooh! Your pictures are stunning, as always. I love the deeply saturated look your pictures always carry, and the curved/battered edges add to the urban gritty feel that I always get from your work. Sorry if I'm way off!!! Anyway, I'm thrilled to see something new from you, but sad that you've been feeling blue. Hope you get your chin (and the temperature) back up soon!

Jen - :sigh: I feel your pain, yo. I'm taking lots of pics of downtown areas, vintage cars, abandoned barns, etc. I'm so ready for spring. The sun will shine again, lady. In more way than one.

Rachel - LOVE the photos....esp. the one of the glass of wine. I am kinda thirsty actually....who cares if it is only 7am?!

The Constant Complainer - Great photos. I liked the downtown alley one the best.

The Constant Complainer - P.S. Damn, I'm loving this song. I've kept the page up and have been listening to it!

zelzee - Your pictures are wonderful! Wish I had your talent, I struggle to do a half decent pic of items I try to sell........ Music is haunting.............love it.

Marie You Little Vixen You | Senior Portrait Photographer Rockford Il

February 4, 2010

I won’t even tell you how old this girl is. Because if I tell you she is only 15 you will most likely throw your hands in the air in a fit of frustration at how fast kids are growing up these days. Or you just won’t believe me. Either way, I’m not comfortable with the outcome. Anyway, these have been on my Facebook for awhile (for those of you cool enough to be my friend) but it was high time I posted them for the rest of the world. The first picture is one of my all-time favorites so far. We stumbled across an abandoned train and the light was shining in through one of the sides.  It was perfect.

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Jes - Gorgeous photos - gorgeous model! 15?!! WOW! *shakes head* I love the ones in the train. I'm going to guess that she had braces - because her mouth never changes, I'm assuming that she didn't want to show her teeth?! You did a great job with these - I'm sure she LOVES them!

Jen - She's adorable! Such great shots, Brit.

Ashley | Rockford Il Portrait Photographer

December 27, 2009

I went to school with Ashley’s sister. Then, there was the time in my life when I owned a retail store in our local mall and she worked for me. Now, several years later, she is all growed up and in need of headshots for her artistic pursuits.

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Jes - Stunning! I love your 'urban' shots. Where on earth does one find a bright blue door?!! Its something I always see on photos, but never IRL. . .maybe I live in the wrong city. Anyway, nice work!

Mr C - the only blue doors I ever see are where amish people live in the country. hah, all kidding aside, beautiful shots as usual.

George - Wow, Brit! I didn't know you were an amazing photographer as well as an entertianing, informative blogger. You got mad skills, lady!

Jen - She is gorgeous! The blue door behind her stunning skin...magic. Good job, Brit!

Meet My Best Friend Kenny | Rockford Il Portrait Photographer

December 9, 2009

For those of you already friends with me on Facebook, you’ve seen these. This is a photo shoot I did last summer with my best friend, Kenny. The great thing about having a metrosexual bff is that in the event you wish to become a photographer, you always have someone willing to pose for you.  In various styles, locations, and outfits. The sucky thing about having a metrosexual bff is when he decides to move to California so he can be even more metrosexual.  I miss you, Kenny.

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I did the majority of Kenny’s pictures with an urban edit to them, per his request.

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I like to call this one: “Next week… on LOST!”

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And then, we have the SUPER urban edit:

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*uncorked - Gorgeous. And nice photography as well. Can you please email me your rates?? I want you to photograph my nephew :)

Jes - Girl. . .I love your images. Always. But Kenny is making me giggle cuz' he only has one facial expression! He's so pretty - do you think he could be a robot?!! Great shots - and I love Super Urban Man!

Jen - Very nice!! Love those camera angles, Brit. I've never experiemented with that much...very cool! I know these images mean a lot to you. They're wonderful. :-)

youroneand only - ok i think he has been gone far too long....you know it actually took me a couple min to think of his real name...it's not kenny

Kenny Chronicles: Don't Cry Or My Fake Tan Will Run | Blunt Delivery - [...] And that, my friends, was the start of my spiraling depression. Please direct all outbursts and fury over lack of blogs/commenting toward Kenny.You can check out the photo shoot we did before Kenny left me here… [...]

Goodbye Fall | Rockford Il Baby Photographer

November 18, 2009

As much as I love winter and candy canes and Santa and snowy bliss and Kenny G Christmas TV specials… there’s just something about fall.  I feel that my favorite season passed me by this year without hardly even waving goodbye.  I will miss you fall and all your pumpkiny, apple orchardy, hoodie-wearing goodness.  Oh, check it out… this little guy is one year old!

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Rachel - love love LOVE them, as usual! Great work!

Jo - Adorable! I love the details like his smudgy little fingerprints on the ladder. You are so good at capturing all the joy and expressiveness of a 1 yr. old. you baby charmer. :)

Jes - Beautiful! HE is adorable, you've captured his little self so perfectly - and the leaves. . . *sigh* I love autumn, too.

Janelle - What a great day it was too! Things get so much easier when they get a little bigger! Again, awesome shots and great patience with little people. I love you soooo much.

The Little Legend Of Bagger Vance | Child Photographer Rockford, IL

November 6, 2009

I first saw this little boy at church and I was awestruck by his adorableness.  Please pay no attention to my usage of non-existent words -on this website I’m not a writer, I’m a picture taker. Get it straight. I immediately presented his mother with one of two options: I am either stealing your child like a thief in the night, or I’m taking pictures of him. Anyway, there were so many cute pictures from this session I had a hard time choosing which ones to add.  Somebody save me from this cuteness.

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Could anyone resist this belly?

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This one makes me smile, every time.

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Ah, and the struggle with the hat begins.

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Mild discomfort.

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Determination.

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And now a full-body protest.

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“Please, I’ll do anything. Just don’t ever make me wear that ridiculous contraption again!”

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Rachel - What a cutie...and what GREAT pictures! I almost want to have a baby, just to hire you to take the pictures!

Seriously, Who Has Eyes Like This? | Rockford Il Photographer

October 23, 2009

Oh, Dana. I met Dana back when I worked at a bank. I know, right? We spent our days in misery, getting yelled at for all sorts of ungodly reasons. We also got let go on the same day and spent the next three months [give or take] spiraling into depression.  When I finally crawled my way out of my impending doom, I started pursuing things I actually liked such as: photography and writing. This the second photo shoot I did after getting my big girl camera. I didn’t have to do much of anything, considering she is staggeringly gorgeous and all.  I will also be posting a more recent shoot of her and her Great Dane, Ninja.  They look ridiculous together, by the way.

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The next ones have an urban edit to them.  That’s why some of the colors look funky.

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Ray - stunning

Mr C - Oh blunt these are soo good!

Jo - I love the urban edit -- you're super talented and Dana's gorgeous.

Alma - Love your photography!! Do you only capture those with blue eyes? ;) Great stuff though, love your main blog too!!

Brian - I agree that the photos are great. May I ask what type of lens you used, particularly for the blurry-background ones?

indigo - Brian - thanks! I used a 50mm prime with large aperture.

Inspiration, We All Have Some

October 16, 2009

One of my biggest inspirations has and always will be music.  Whenever I’m writing or taking pictures, I always have a certain song in mind that determines the mood.  Occasionally, I’ll be posting music that I’m in love with or just new stuff that I’ve found for your listening pleasure. Brandi Carlile is one of my favorite newer artists, and this song Pride & Joy is off her new album.  I’m a sucker for good lyrics.  Maybe it’s the whole writer thing.

I believe this to be true
Nothing sacred, nothing new
No one tells you when its time
There are no warnings, only signs
And you know that you’re alone
You’re not a child anymore
But you’re still scared
All your mountains turn to rocks
All your oceans turn to drops
They are nothing like you thought
Can’t be something you are not
Life is not a looking glass
Don’t get tangled in your past
Like I am learning not to…

Next post will feature this beautiful lady:

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Meet Jo | Rockford Il Portrait Photographer

October 8, 2009

Jo and I were quasi-acquaintances growing up. We re-connected a couple of years ago over coffee and soon realized that our lives were equally crazy.  Nothing like bad boyfriends and stalker stories to bond you for life.  She moved away last year, but recently came home for a visit and we went trekking around to take some fally pictures.  This is a whole grab bag of editing styles… I couldn’t decide which I liked best. Enjoy!

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Mr C - All so nice blunt, sooo nice. The train tracks are my fav!

Jen - 9, 10, 11, 12 Love them all. I love the desaturated colors, the bokeh, the casual poses, over the shoulder. okay, please email me and tell me who this artist is...the music. my blood pressure is so low now I'm sliding off my chair.

indigo - mr c - thank you! i love the tracks. it's so cliche, so a bit difficult to do something diff, but i love them too. jen - it's none other than Robert Pattinson. the guy from twilight? yea, he SINGS TOO. he sang 2 songs on the twilight soundtrack this one is called Never Think. it's GREAT

chrly - Stopped me dead in my tracks.. The pictures of Jo just require study and then the music came in.."sliding out of chair" was a great comment..:) If anyone every needs to mellow out, all they need is to take a quick look here..

indigo - why thank you chrly!!! Welcome to my blog... glad you enjoyed your stay. you can always count on blood pressure lowering music around here...

The Constant Complainer - I'm glad you shared this link. What a great shoot.

Cutest Baby Alive | Rockford Il Photographer

September 30, 2009

Well, well.  You’ve stumbled upon my very first photography post!  The actual website will be up shortly, but for now this is all you get.

On the first day of third grade, I saw a girl - who looked alot like myself - wandering around at recess.  I asked her what she was looking for and she said, “Susie.” I replied, “Susie won’t be back for awhile, but you can hang out with me.” That day I gave her one of my pencils - she, in turn, gave me a bookmark.  I still have it. Fifteen years later, I was her Maid of Honor.  And last fall, she had her first baby. It seems like just yesterday we were sitting on the dock in our matching hot pink swimsuits, while we prank called boys.

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Susan - WOW! I don't know what to say, these pictures are amazing! And that baby is gorgeous. This is my first time here, but I will be stalking you to see what else you come up with. You're so talented!

Laura - These are incredible. he's a cutie and you are very talented!

Granny Annie - Incredible photographs like the incredible friendship! I like the looks of this blog.

Ray - Incredible as usual!! Dana's pictures are outstanding!! (as of course baby Paul and Janelle's pics and Chad's are as well. You know, I've just seen them b4) Love it! Tell me, how does it feel to be oozing talent?

Violet - Gorgeous baby! Gorgeous photos!! I didn't realize you live so (relatively) close. I just drove through Rockford about a month ago - I would have waved if I'd known!

indigo - susan - welcome and thank you so much!!! come back, i'll be posting new stuff frequently. laura - thanks ... he IS a cutie! granny - thanks for stopping by darling! yes, she is the bestest of friends. ray - aw, shucks. you be quiet over there. violet - well, i'm glad that you went through rockford as quickly as possible. you're not missing much!

Candice - Uhhhh, you're a PHOTOGRAPHER too?! Is there anything you CAN'T do? If I visit you, can we do a photo shoot? Oh please oh please oh please! Awesome pics.

indigo - candice - ABSOLUTELY! they will be so so hot! and you are way, way too kind.

yorksnbeans - Awesome!!

*uncorked - Beautiful pictures!

Laura Tadder - ABSOLUTELY AMAZING.

Lola Lakely - This is unbelievable. I can't even leave a witty and spry comment because these pictures are truly unbelievable. Look at those eyes- pure gorgeous. Can you follow me around and take pictures of me so that I can look good? Amazing.

Rachel - I've thoroughly enjoyed stalking you over at Blunt and am super pumped to stalk you here, too! Those pictures are amazing...your friend and her little guy are SO lucky to have you around to capture those amazing memories! No plans in the immediate future for me and my hubs to turn into baby makers yet, but when we do....I am hooking myself up with a photography session with you! Seriously.

Mr C - So nice brit! I wish we lived closer. I'm anxious to see more!

Jen - Brit, I am speechless. This is just so....GREAT! good thing you're the writer and not me, right? The color, the depth of field, the CATCHLIGHTS in his eyes! Oh, my. I nearly cried looking at the black and white of mother and son. I just can't get over it. Keep going, lady. Keep going. I am just so proud of you. I had no idea... I hope you follow this dream. I don't know if you've taken classes, what camera you shoot with, but I wish I were as far down this road as you. BRAVO!!!

Theresa - Kudos! Beautiful photos.

indigo - yorks, V, laura - SMOOCHES!!!! lola - pSSSHH. stop yourself. and um, there's nothing i would rather do than follow you around all day. it wouldn't even be a job! rach - you better call me when you want to look good!!! thanks so much you're too kind! mr. c - chicago rocks. wadddya think?

indigo - jen - STOP YOURSELF! i have to admit, i cannot take credit for this kid's eyes... they are just too adorable!!! thank you so much for all your encouragement. i just have the best bloggy friends EVER!!! theresa - thanks darling!

Robin - These are fabulous! You surprise me at every turn......which is an oh so good thing. Have a beautiful day

Jen - Thought I'd stop by and see what the new website and hobby was all about. Great pics. Beautiful baby! Keep up the good work.

Erin - Ohhh, I see my baby at the top of the page!! You are an amazingly talented lady! Thanks again for all the AMAZING pictures of Malachi!!

Nel - IT does seem like yesterday when we hadn't a care in the world except matching our outfits along with finding the very best mascara. These turned out so beautiful of P.B. you are the best! Great work with details as usual and always doing your best to make P.B. smile. Such patience with babies!

Goodbye Fall | Rockford Il Baby Photographer | - [...] As much as I love winter and candy canes and Santa and snowy bliss and Kenny G Christmas TV specials… there’s just something about fall.  I feel that my favorite season passed me by this year without hardly even waving goodbye.  I will miss you fall and all your pumpkiny, apple orchardy, hoodie-wearing goodness.  Oh, check it out… this little guy is one year old! [...]