{Inspired} You Are Loved

I follow a lot of photography & mom blogs. But there is one blog that I love, that is neither. It is that of Brooke White, a singer songwriter from American Idol. She is super adorable and I love her creations with her friend, Summer Bellessa.

This song is dedicated to anyone with the holiday blues or for the times when you don't feel the holiday cheer...


"You Are Loved" - Happy Holidays! from The Girls With Glasses on Vimeo.


Lyrics - You Are Loved

when there's no snow in sight

just cold winter wind and ice,

magic of the man in red

can't be recalled within your head.

if somethings missing from your heart

don't let the bustle pull you apart.

no matter who forgets,

whatever your regrets,

he's watching over you,

with angels out of view.

the season to remember, remember you are loved.

remember you are loved. love love love loved.

melancholy in your soul?

put the jingle back in your rock'n'roll.

grab ahold of heavenly hope,

lift the hearts of others who mope.

if somethings missing from your heart,

don't let the bustle pull you apart.

no matter who forgets,

whatever your regrets,

he's watching over you,

with angels out of view.

the season to remember, remember you are loved.

remember you are loved. love love love loved.

if you're feeling blue,

somebody's loving you.

someone's always loving you.

no matter who forgets,

whatever your regrets,

he's watching over you,

with angels out of view.

the season to remember, remember you are loved.

remember you are loved. love love love loved.

remember you are loved. love love love loved.

remember you are loved. love love love loved.

{Inspired by} Tony Corbell & The Girls with the Glasses Show

Last night I attended the PPA Tour in Irvine and listened to two fabulous photographers present to a room full of eager learners (most of which have been shooting for less than 5 years, including myself). I was especially smitten by Tony Corbell's charm and sense of humor. He is an amazing photographer and has been since 1979. He really inspired me with his stories, his photos, and his words of wisdom. It was almost midnight by the time I got home and even later when I finally went to sleep because the wheels were turning and I could NOT turn off my mind to sleep. I thought I'd share just a few of his words that resonated with me...

• Study the work of others.
• Know your craft. 
• Create a purposeful mistake (experiment). 
• Mistakes often become trends when repeated.
• Shut up & pull the trigger. 
• Be more observant. Pay attention.
• Don't be afraid to turn off your flash & bump your ISO.
• Play with light.

So, one thing I want to commit myself to is finding inspiration outside of the wedding & portrait industry (which make up only 14% of all photographers nationwide). I want to spend more time looking at magazines, photo books, advertisements, and finding inspiration from all creative artists. I want to commit to creating a unique experience for my clients and constantly improving my craft.

So, in the spirit of creative inspiration, I have to share with you the coolest song & video ever! I love Brooke White (her name too, of course). She was my fave during her season of American Idol. I listen to her music all the time. She is the kind of girl that I wished was my friend. So you might imagine how smitten I was by this adorable creation from The Girls with the Glasses Show...



What inspires you?