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Title: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Kaybo on December 17, 2009, 08:59:28 am
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mErRY CHrIsTMas from our family to yours!  Hope all have a safe & wonderful holiday season and a great 2010!

Things have been a bit busy here lately (like they aren't always crazy busy!) as I have thrown something new into the mix!  I feel like I don't get to read everything that is written, but please know that I still care and am here for each & every one of you.  I have jumped off and started seriously pursuing my photography career.  I shot my first wedding on the 5th as the 2nd shooter and actually got some good shots - would love to share if anyone wants to see!  ::)  Now, I am working with a photographer here in town (she took these images) as her assistant and will be her "back up shooter" in 2010.  I will shoot under her name and take pictures for her when she has too much business or something comes up & she can't make the shoot - she has already used some of the pictures that I took last week with her on a shoot!  She says that I have a lot more talent than I thought...I always thought that I kind of had the "eye" - Lori said that at least if God had to leave me with only one eye, it was a REALLY good one!  :D  At he same time, I will be shooting on my own & building up my business and clientele.  Anyone need any pictures??

Love to all my AN family!
K   ;D
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: msmaggie on December 17, 2009, 09:34:56 am
Beautiful picrutes of a beautiful family, Kay!  I'm so proud of you for following through on a deam you have had for awhile.  You DO have a good eye, and all the epictures you take of your girlies are gorgeous!  I hope you love every minute of your new work.  Have a VERY merry Christmas!

Priscilla
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: pjb on December 17, 2009, 09:51:04 am
Beautiful picture of you and your family hope you will be famous with your photography business in the near future think of a name for it now. 


Happy Holidays,

Pat
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: sgerrard on December 17, 2009, 10:24:09 am
You guys look great as always, Kay. Best to you and Dave and the girls. Merry Christmas.

Steve
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: 4cm in Pacific Northwest on December 17, 2009, 10:29:32 am
  I have jumped off and started seriously pursuing my photography career.  I shot my first wedding on the 5th as the 2nd shooter and actually got some good shots - would love to share if anyone wants to see!  ::)  Now, I am working with a photographer here in town (she took these images) as her assistant and will be her "back up shooter" in 2010.  I will shoot under her name and take pictures for her when she has too much business or something comes up & she can't make the shoot - she has already used some of the pictures that I took last week with her on a shoot!  She says that I have a lot more talent than I thought...

Good for you Kay!

One of the most fascinating photography portrait exhibits I have seen was  on doppelgangers by French Canadian photographer Francois Brunelle

Here is an ABC news article on him
http://abcnews.go.com/2020/story?id=2912199&page=1

CBC news article (my favorite video)
http://www.francoisbrunelle.com/an/tv/tv4.html

Here is his website
http://www.francoisbrunelle.com/

Now that portrait photographers do not have to spend hours in a toxic dark room (as I did in my youth with my students) and there is Internet and digital images… this art-form has taken on such exciting dimensions.

Good for you for going after this…


Merry Christmas and many blessings to your family.

DHM


Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: anissa on December 17, 2009, 10:31:36 am
Kay, you have such a beautiful family!  Congrats on your dreams taking flight and about God leaving your good eye, yeah he is Good like that.   ;D  I've been meaning to tell you Thank You for contacting me right away when I found out about my AN, before I ever even found this place.  It really blessed me and I'll never forget it.  Merry Christmas Kay.
Anissa
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Cheryl R on December 17, 2009, 10:49:15 am
Kaybo,Such nice pictures and such fun to see all of you.     The one little gal sitting by dad sure looks like him!         Your new job sounds very nice and I know you will do well.      It will be Kaybo Photography,won't it?       
                    Merry Christmas to all of you!                     Cheryl R
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: saralynn143 on December 17, 2009, 10:57:39 am
Merry Christmas to you too, Kay. Love the middle pic of you and Dave.

That's exciting about the photography too. And to think you have taken my picture! I feel so special.

Sara
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: cyrmom2 on December 17, 2009, 11:08:00 am
Merry Christmas to you too!

I love the pictures - your girls are beautiful!

Cyndi
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Brendalu on December 17, 2009, 11:42:28 am
Merry Christmas, Kaybo!  Beautiful pictures of a beautiful lady and her beautiful family!!

Brenda
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: opp2 on December 17, 2009, 12:53:59 pm
Look at all those blond curls!!!! Beautiful. Like mother like daughters, simply gorgeous.

Merry Christmas Kaybo.
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: another NY postie on December 17, 2009, 01:10:14 pm
I was thinking the same thing - look at all those gorgeous curls!  Wonderful pictures and a beautiful family.  Have a wonderful holiday and good luck on this new venture - it sounds like everything is falling in place and you were meant to do this!
Cheryl
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: CHD63 on December 17, 2009, 01:20:38 pm
Oh, Kay .....

What gorgeous pictures of a beautiful family!  ..... and congratulations on embarking on another new career!  What is they say about how many careers the average person has in a lifetime????  You certainly have chosen well for this one and I know you will find rich rewards with the pleasure others have from your excellent work.

Merry Christmas to you, Dave, and the girls!

Clarice
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: JerseyGirl2 on December 17, 2009, 02:18:25 pm
Kay,

Lovely pictures of a lovely family -- a very angelic looking group! And you've certainly been an angel to so many on this forum.

Merry Christmas to all!

Catherine (JerseyGirl 2)
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Pooter on December 17, 2009, 04:22:11 pm
Merry Christmas, Kay!  Great pictures of your beautiful family!  I'm glad this is turning into a career move for you!  Do I need pictures?  Dunno, but do you travel?  ;)  Btw, coming down to Houston anytime soon so that we can have another Houston-area get together with you?

Regards,
Brian
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Jim Scott on December 17, 2009, 04:38:37 pm
Kay ~

I'm delighted to learn that you're getting back to photography and being successful at it.  No surprise.  You do have a very good 'eye' and your earlier photos (especially on your blog) show that.  The photos of you, Dave and the famous '3 Curly Girlies' are charming.  You're a great lady and a valued contributor to these AN forums.  Your cheery, breezy attitude is infectious and your indomitable spirit shines through in every post you send.  I know you've spent a lot of time talking to other AN patients by telephone and you are definitely admired for your servant's heart as you support so many others in their AN journey.  Thanks for all you do and - Merry Christmas to you, too!

Jim
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Captain Deb on December 17, 2009, 05:16:09 pm
Merry Christmas to you, Dave and the Curly Girlies!!!  It was so great to get to know you this summer--I am sure you will be successful in your new career.  Taking pictures is FUN!!!!  Have a great holiday and give Dave and those wenchettes and big hug from yer favorite pirate!!!

Love and Kisses!

Capt Deb(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee60/Captdeb_photos/yohohoho-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: leapyrtwins on December 17, 2009, 07:52:38 pm
Gorgeous pictures, Kay  ;D

What a beautiful, happy family.

Based on those wedding photos you sent me the other day, I can say with confidence - and true sincerity - that you definitely have a very promising career in the field of photography. 

And just think, one day Saralynn will be able to say that she was your very first official subject.  Who realized at the time, that it would all start at the ANA Symposium in Chicago?

Merry Christmas, little sister.  May you always be the best behaved member of the JKL trio - not a difficult feat when the other two members are Lori and me  ;)  :D

Jan
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: lori67 on December 17, 2009, 08:13:55 pm
Lookin' good!  I love the picture of you and Dave!  So sweet!  And of course, the girlies look amazing!

If Saralynn was your first official photo shoot, does that mean she owes you a sitting fee?  Sorry, I was hoping you'd hire me as your business manager.   :D

Merry Christmas, my friend!

Lori
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: saralynn143 on December 17, 2009, 08:49:35 pm
No, see the thing is, I waived my usual modeling fee to help Kaybo get a start in the photog business.

Yeah, that's it.

Sara
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: lori67 on December 18, 2009, 07:38:39 am
Kay, better get busy snapping!  I don't think we're going to get rich off of Sara....I told her you should have had her sign that contract with the fine print!   :D
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Kaybo on December 18, 2009, 07:50:56 am
I think her sitting fee will be...oh say, about the cost of a new transmission?  Mine went out Monday...as I was driving down the highway talking to Lori on the phone!!

K   ;D
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: nteeman on December 18, 2009, 08:06:37 am
Kaybo,

Happy Holidays for you and your family.  I hope 2010 is a great year for you all!

Neal
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: moe on December 18, 2009, 09:59:21 am
  Mine went out Monday...as I was driving down the highway talking to Lori on the phone!!

Kay,
Beautiful pics and family. I can see the love and happiness! (That's why we take pics- it doesn't show the sibling rivalry and such!)

Be safe during the holidays. Driving the highway while the transmission went out while talking to Lori......... We women tend to multitask but really!
Have a very Merry Christmas and and a prosperous and successful 2010!
Maureen
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: saralynn143 on December 18, 2009, 10:14:14 am
Kay, better get busy snapping!  I don't think we're going to get rich off of Sara....I told her you should have had her sign that contract with the fine print!   :D

Hey, be nice, now. I don't look that bad. Besides, I'm thinking we should start an agency for models with facial paresis.You gotta admit it's a niche market.

Sara

Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Pooter on December 18, 2009, 11:55:55 am
I think her sitting fee will be...oh say, about the cost of a new transmission?  Mine went out Monday...as I was driving down the highway talking to Lori on the phone!!

K   ;D

That halo slipping again, Lori?

Y'know, Kay's newfound trade taking pictures could come in handy in the garage surgery business y'all have been trying to get started..  I'm just sayin..

Regards,
Brian
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: leapyrtwins on December 18, 2009, 02:40:40 pm
Brian -

we might be looking for a partner for our garage surgery business.  Are you in?

Oh, did I mention we're looking for someone to give us the startup money??   :D

Jan
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Pooter on December 18, 2009, 02:48:03 pm
Sure!  Count me in for some moral support, a couple of drills, circ saw, and a screwdriver or two.  About the startup money, I'll have to ask around (panhandle?)..  ;)  If Phyl will land that jet of hers long enough, we could strip it and sell the scrap for some startup cash..  :)

Brian
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: ppearl214 on December 18, 2009, 03:02:08 pm
If Phyl will land that jet of hers long enough, we could strip it and sell the scrap for some startup cash..  :)

In your dreams, my Pooter!!!!!!!!!  :o  ;)  :-*  :-*  :-*


Kay, FANTASTIC photo of you, the scallywag and the curly girlies! What a lovely family pic and thanks for sharing it with us.

I know I've been real quiet lately (but trust me, I've been on here more than you all know....).... I send you all wishes for a terrific holiday season.... filled with joy, prosperity and most of all, good health!

Happy Holidaze all! (yes, "-daze"... as the holiday season and the hustle/bustle always puts me in a haze!)

Phyl and da bloke
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: nancyann on December 18, 2009, 03:08:28 pm
Hi K:  wonderful pictures !  Your Mona Lisa smile is beautiful ! !   Great news to on the photography jaunt !  snap away ! !

Always good thoughts,  Nancy
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Kaybo on December 19, 2009, 05:19:29 pm
Thanks for all of the kind words!

Saralynn - I don't think Lori was implying in any way that the model wasn't beautiful - just that you didn't sign the dotted line!   ;)

Pooter - You know I will travel and would LOVE to take your pictures sometime while I am there...Grandma & Grandad have the DREAM yard for taking pictures (I wished they lived here, but then everything would be green and blooming all the time!).  I was there Thanksgiving but tied up with family.  I will certainly let you know when we come back - probably Spring Break (if G & G are in town) &/or Easter...

I was pretty proud of the "smile" - you just have to take what you get!  :D

K   ;D
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: mimoore on December 19, 2009, 09:43:39 pm
Merry Christmas Kaybo and family!
Wow you look terrific and your family is so sweet!
2010 is going to be an amazing year for all of us!
Love to you all!
Michelle  :-*
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Kate B on December 19, 2009, 10:17:18 pm
K,

I enjoyed your family pictures!

Best wishes as you move forward with a promising photography career.  What camera do you prefer?  Nikon or Canon or????

Kate
Title: Re: Merry Christmas from Kaybo!
Post by: Kaybo on December 19, 2009, 10:38:24 pm
I have a Canon (a Rebel XSi)...my SIL who is a successful photographer in LA helped us pick one.  She just switched from Canon when she took the plunge and bought the super duper professional one.  I think that this is a SUPER nice camera (I've never had a SLR) for me and am VERY happy with it.  She prefers Canon until you get to the super big pro ones, but really she thinks both are pretty comparable.  Of course, as I have read numerous times in photo books - it doesn't matter what equipment you have, but what you see!!

K  ;D