Horse Adventures
I recently took my son to a horse farm in Fairview, Tx to take photographs. It was the most beautiful, calming morning. I find myself setting out for morning photoshoot adventures since opening my Etsy Gallery. My creativity is heightened and I am even learning new techniques and purchasing new filters for Lightroom. I have never felt more "at home" in myself and my direction. It has taken me years to find my place. I was so lost in my 20's, began to grow and mature right around 30 and now that I am on my way to 35... I feel more confident and alive. I was always jealous of those people who seemed to know their direction in life. I have a college friend that knew from a young girl that she wanted to be a nurse and she became an incredible nurse that works with children with cancer. I was always wandering around lost and insecure, copying other peoples directions as my own. I am sure you all have felt that in some way or another. It can be frustrating but looking back on it now I see that it was simply my journey. Every step leads to this moment right now whether we realize it or understand. Everything I have experienced, good or bad has lead me to be the woman I am today which of course translates into my very own, very personal artistic vision.
I will end with this quote... “You have no control over how your story begins or ends. But by now, you should know that all things have an ending. Every spark returns to darkness. Every sound returns to silence. Every flower returns to sleep with the earth. The journey of the sun and moon is predictable. But yours, is your ultimate art.”
Blessings to you all, Emily Emily Mariani Photography Upcoming Events
I guess I am not doing very well posting a photo a day, but let me tell you, I am definitely taking and editing a photo a day! So many exciting things are happening for Emily Mariani Photography! I have been working long hours on my new Etsy Gallery, ordering inventory and working to create a beautiful store with a variety of photos and printing options for my clients. This Thursday and Friday I will be at my very first Art Show located at the First United Methodist Church here in Frisco. I am told there will be at least 20 other artists and vendors selling their products. I am waiting on my arrival of inventory; a variety of prints, canvas, vivid metals, magnets, coasters, mouse pads, glass cutting boards... all items with my photos on them. There will be vibrant butterflies, beautiful buildings, flowers and all sorts of creative photography. I am beyond excited to be participating in an Art Show, it makes me feel like I too am for real, an artist :)
On another note, I have several photo shoot projects in the near future. I am working with Yoga on Main Street here in Frisco to update their website photos and even do some "Mommy and Me" yoga shots. I have also been asked to come in and take some professional shots pre-Homecoming. I am super excited for that possibility. There are multiple shoots in November and I am even doing a Christmas Card Mini that is short, sweet and to the point... 5 downloadable photos, 20 minute shoot, $100. I can also assist you in your Christmas Cards if you would like for an additional price.
I have recently started a "Gratitude Journal" which is an activity that revolves around counting your blessings daily. You record three reasons why you are grateful in a journal or on a piece of paper. This activity is meant to reduce stress and change your perspective. I am grateful for photography and I am grateful for the opportunity to continue to learn, adapt and grow as an artist and Etsy Store owner. My grandma gave me an idea this morning. She said I should offer blank cards with my prints on the front, which is exactly what I am going to do. I am going to offer blank cards and even "thank you" cards in the very near future.
Follow Emily Mariani Photography on Facebook or @lovefamilyyoga on Instagram to keep up with the latest and daily photos from Emily Mariani Photography. You can check out my Etsy Gallery for my latest photos and products at www.etsy.com/EmilyMariani I appreciate you always and look forward to offering you more products, prints and photoshoots.
Thank you all, Emily
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