Carpe Diem... Tara Lynne Scare

I remember being in elementary school and walking in line with my class to the "big gym". I loved being able to walk past the art room window. I always looked for two people's artwork, my cousin Shannon's and Tara Scare's. They were my art "hollywood" as a child. Tara had a way of drawing form. Even if it was cartoon like and anime, she just had a touch that drew me into her artwork. I remember not only admiring her for her God-given skill, but also for her off the cuff personality. I was just a child, but her free-spirit enveloped me. Tara was not someone who you could take your eyes off of. Even as a child, I sensed she was always the highlight of the room.

I was lucky enough to photograph Tara's artwork and share it with you here. I wish that I would have been able to tell her that she inspired me, but Tara is in her heavenly home now. Her sister Trisha (known as "Terb" ALL my life), was gracious enough to bring her entire collection to be photographed. These photographs will be turned into prints and will be for sale at a benefit held in her honor. Learn more about her benefit here, and please plan on attending. It will be held at her parents gorgeous home in Plesant Mills, IN on June 12.

Whats posted here is just a few of my favorites. There is an entire collection (I'm not kidding, it's a LOT of beautiful artwork!) available to purchase. Prepare to be inspired...





















This is not a drawing. It's a painting. So talented, so so talented...


Tara's life was lived under the Carpe Diem way of life. Here's something I found on her website...
"CARPE DIEM
There are 365 days in each year; there are 24 hours in each day and 60 minutes in each hour. Everyone of us has the opportunity to decide how we will choose to spend our time. Some will spend time working to excel. Some will spend time working to maintain. Nevertheless, others will spend time falling behind. In retrospect, we view this as time we could have made a positive impression on others. Then there are those who have merely wasted their time.
DON’T WASTE TIME! SEIZE THE DAY!"



Thank you Tara for a lifetime of inspiration.

2010-2011 senior marketing | Ohio Senior Photography

I am crazy about this group of Seniors :) I was overjoyed to be able to shoot the girls of this group this year, because I knew with their style and funky flavor that my job would be easy. Ryan had his Senior portraits shot by the incredible brandy j. Ryan is sugar to a photographers sweet tooth, so fun and full of personality. I am so happy to have this group as models for me for this years Senior Marketing campaign, and to also have captured this remarkably gorgeous treasure of friends.



























I'd like to add to this post that we have an incredible team this year for hair and makeup. Miss Rachel Elliot from Total reflections Day Spa here in Van Wert will be our go-to for all things hair. She did all the girls' hair on this marketing shoot. If you would like to book her for your event you can reach her via the salon at419.232.3939.



Our makeup for the 2010-2011 Senior year is Amanda Painter. Her work can be seen on most of our models from the past year. Amanda is a liscensed esthetician and a master at giving a polished complexion. Call Amanda at 419.495.2604 to schedule your event, or for other skincare needs.






Thank you all and Good luck Dancia, Cailey, Courtney, Sammi, and Ryan in your future endevours! I know no matter what you all will do, you will leave an impression wherever you go :)

The Kebers... | Ohio Family Photography

Deb invited me out her BEAUTIFUL home to photograph her fabulous family. I was happily suprised to see them all sporting their OSU gear. Families who root for Ohio State together, stay together. It's true, I swear! ;)





Of course, I couldn't post this session without sharing some fo my little buddies, Hudson and Harper. I think their parents were ready to kill me when I brought out the candy. But how could you not give sweeties to kids who look like this??







Thank You Keber family!

Dylan... 6 months old | Ohio Baby Photography

Dilly Pickles, you are getting too big! Even though I just shot his nine month pics, I had to share these with you. He's already starting to look like a little man. Ill be posting his 9 mo as soon as they are finished being edited!







Look at this handsome man. My, my, my, He's gonna be a heartbreaker... just like his Auntie ;)

Kayla... A Senior | Ohio Senior Photography

I don't think there was a quiet moment in the car or even while we were shooting between Kayla, Jen (Her sister and a high school classmate of mine), and myself! After all we had lots of catching up and getting to know to do! So nice to reminisce while I work :)

Check out this hot mama:





This has to be one of my favorites. As soon as I saw it through the lens... I just knew! (Hair by Alex Giessler at next...)







Thanks, Kayla! And Jen!

Cortney... A Senior | Ohio Senior Photography

Cortney came to visit me for an Ultimate Session. Her makeup was professionally done by the remarkable Amanda Painter. <-- That's her facebook link- she's probably going to kill me for that! lol :) Love ya sis! Anyway, we had fun :)






Thanks Cort!

Hannah... A Celina Rep | Ohio Senior Photography

Hannah picked just the right time for her 2nd shoot. The trees were pratically exploding with vibrant color.







Look at this pup pose! Such a cutie :)



Hannah, you are a great girl! I am so glad we met!! Hopefully next year we will be meeting up for Winter Jam! 1st Corinthians 10:31 :)