The "T" Family

This shoot really made me appreciate "the joy of expression!" Everything from the horse's tail swishing in the wind to the dimples in the girls cheeks, to the proud look on Mama's face... I had such a BLAST photographing this family yesterday!!! What a beautiful family!

SPRING means SENIORS!!!

Waking up each morning, there are birds chirping, flowers blooming, a gentle breeze and warm springy weather.... and the phone is ringing off the hook for SENIOR PORTRAITS! My favorite time of year!
Documenting the style of the next generation is a unique pleasure that always gets my blood pulsing!
I love to hear the dreams and aspirations of these seniors, still unspoiled by reality and completely absorbed in the new roads and journeys awaiting them! Thank you to all of my loyal clients who let me capture the beauty of their children as they grow, many of whom I've known for years.... it's truly one of my greatest joys to bring their personality to your mantle in a photograph!

Stewart Family Sneak Peek

I recently had the great pleasure to photograph some of my favorite clients, The Stewart Family! After moving to Oklahoma, keeping in touch became a little more difficult, but every time they are in town, they always call to update their family portraits. This time I could NOT believe how BIG the kids got since the last time I saw them! Their personalities are so evident now in their little faces! It was such a joy to be a part of this family's life as it grows and evolves! Thank you for your loyalty to my business!

These are just some of my favorites from the sitting, usually I only put about 5, but couldn't narrow it down any farther!!!! We always have a blast! Cheers!

Sum sum summertime!!!!

It's officially Summer here in Texas- marked by the 110 degree heat wave we had on Sunday. I never thought I'd say this, but thank God for the wind- it's the only thing that made it bearable! UGH! Hot and sweaty- here we come! So- to mark the beginning of a new season, I am running a print special called: "Art for your DESPERATELY white walls!" 


Now, you might get the idea that the image I have chosen marks "renewal" and "revival"- which is definitely what we are going to need at the end of this summer... but truth be told, if that were that case, I'd put a pic of a icy cold longneck on here.

I actually shot this image in honor of Brett Weston, one of my favorite photographers. He is a master of the black and white image! Here's the image of his I took my inspiration from: 

"Holland Canal" 

(photograph by Brett Weston)

My version of the Holland Canal

"Bandera Canal"

(photograph by Molly Johnson)

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This is what makes me happy today....

Have been working around the house lately, painting, decorating, cleaning... up cycling!
Found this image in the archives and it just really sang to me today.... took it a while ago in an old abandoned house!
I love the color and the softness of the light, but also the way that the light is so specific...
I might get a print of this made to hang above my hat rack... what do you think?

Shooting for Heartstrings Fine Portraits...

Every once in a while, I get a call...
it goes something like this:
"Hey Mol- are you available to shoot on...????"
Usually these calls are followed by some amazing opportunities to shoot some true "eye candy!"

I've worked over the past 5-6 years off and on with Jennifer Jennings of Heartstrings Fine Portraits,
and over the course of time have had the ability to learn new tricks of the trade and build my portfolio!
Jennifer has helped me to become a better photographer, all the while encouraging the growth of my own business! If there is one thing I have learned about working for other people, it's the fact that you cannot replace the education you receive from just "being" there!  I've tried to take every opportunity I can to learn from other photographers, and am thankful for ALL of those who've taken me under their wing and given me a chance to shoot with them and their precious clients! Thanks JJ!!!

LEFT: Jennifer Jennings, owner of Heartstrings Fine Portraits, RIGHT: ME- duh! 

(Funny thing here: There was a photo booth at this party we photographed- courtesy of Smile Booth- and all these funny hats, glasses, props, signs etc... we could have stayed there all night taking these silly pics... photographers always say how much they HATE getting in front of the camera, but dead sober- we had the best time dressing up and making silly faces!! What a cool addition to the event!)

And now, onto the eye candy!!!! 

The disco ball twinkled until late into the night... there were 3 different music venues at this event, making it a spectacular night of entertainment!  

 This dance floor was just mesmerizing, you wouldn't believe it was peel and stick.... and btw- KUDOS to the lighting gurus who made this white tent look like a fabulous venue! 

Um- yes, this is me, on top of a building, photographing the tent. Yup- see that big white thing in the middle of the pic... that's where the party was. I think it was something like 1200 sq ft.., but don't quote me on the number there... regardless, it was HUGE!!!  

White carpet, white stairs, turquoise accents=killer decorating. 

White carpet, white stairs=not so killer for walking.... 

(still nursing a 10 inch bruise/bump on my shin from falling down "said" stairs!) 

I've never done drugs, but being in this room was as close as I think I'll ever come... it was all pink... SOOOO cool. Transported you to a different place!  

 I wish I knew the name of this band/singers/dancers- they were AMAZING- really have not EVER seen a more energetic bunch!!!

All the real workings of a professional concert- music by ZZ TOP! Can you believe it?  

The ZZ TOP band has been together for over 40 years... that is an amazing feat! This is Dusty Hill.  

JUST LOVE THIS SHOT!!!!  

Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, interesting dude!