TurtleBug Graphics Photography

Texture- Lancaster County Photographer

2012-02-12T09:25:00.001-05:00

I have decided to join a group of photographers in their 52 week project. Each week they are posting a theme, and each week, I post a photo!

Check out the images you missed and get a glimpse of what is to come! Want to see what others have posted? Check them out on Flickr!
Week 1: Newness
Week 2: Cold
Week 3: Breakfast
Week 4: Macro
Week 5: Tired
Week 6: Texture
Week 7: Romance
Week 8: Self Portrait

Tired- Wk 5- Lancaster County Photographer

2012-01-29T13:38:00.001-05:00

Macro-Week 4 Lancaster County Photographer

2012-01-29T13:31:00.006-05:00

I have decided to join a group of photographers in their 52 week project. Each week they are posting a theme, and each week, I post a photo!

I am in the middle of a crazy project to scan every photo I can get my hands on and scrapbook my life. I figured I would add a photo of my High School ring. SInce I needed a photo for this project, it is doing double duty.

Check out the images you missed and get a glimpse of what is to come! Want to see what others have posted? Check them out on Flickr!
Week 1: Newness
Week 2: Cold
Week 3: Breakfast
Week 4: Macro
Week 5: Tired

Breakfast - Lancaster Chester County Photographer

2012-01-15T15:32:00.007-05:00

Cold - Chester County Photographer

2012-01-08T12:49:00.002-05:00

Newness- Chester County Newborn Photographer

2012-01-01T22:43:00.006-05:00

Happy New Year!

I have decided to join a group of photographers in their 52 week project. Each week they are posting a theme, and each week, I post a photo! The first one is "Newness".

What is more new than this little angel who was born on December 23rd.

PhotoShoot at Longwood- Chester County Photographer

2011-12-23T11:07:00.001-05:00

I recently had a photo shoot at Longwood Gardens. Longwood is beautiful and it is always FULL of color regardless of the season!

Scrapbooking on Saturday- Lancaster County Photographer

2011-12-20T10:40:00.000-05:00

I have been bad at posting. It is not that I haven't been shooting, in fact, I have been shooting alot. It is just between work and the photography I have just been tired. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the Christmas Season, I needed a new toy- Isn't she pretty? Her name is Carrie...

And she needed her own scrapbook page in the family photo album!

Baby Feet! - Lancaster Newborn Photographer

2011-10-19T09:48:00.000-04:00

Hey, I have a secret! - Lancaster Newborn Photographer

2011-10-17T09:39:00.001-04:00

Introducing...Baby "T"!

Holiday Mini Session Sale!

2011-10-06T20:52:00.000-04:00

Call or email to schedule your session!
Spaces are filling...Limited spaces available...don't miss out on this great deal!!!

Holiday Sale- ONE DAY ONLY! October 15th!

2011-10-06T07:45:00.000-04:00

Call or email to schedule your session! Limited spaces available!

Holiday Sale!

2011-10-05T16:48:00.002-04:00

Call or email to schedule your session! Limited spaces available!

Baby Bump- Lancaster Family Photographer

2011-09-15T15:53:00.000-04:00

Love Is...- Lancaster Family Photographer

2011-09-10T07:50:00.001-04:00

CCCC Summer Photo Challenge & Scrapbooking On Saturday- Lancaster, Chester & Philadelphia Photographer

2011-07-30T14:42:00.000-04:00

For the next few weeks, I am going to do a twist on my usual Scrapbooking on Saturday. My camera club is having a summer challenge. You may click here to read the full description from an earlier post.

Each photo will have it's own description. Feel free to post or email your thoughts!

CCCC Summer Photo Challenge & Scrapbooking On Saturday- Lancaster, Chester & Philadelphia Photographer

2011-07-30T14:37:00.000-04:00

CCCC Summer Photo Challenge & Scrapbooking On Saturday- Lancaster, Chester & Philadelphia Photographer

2011-07-16T10:31:00.000-04:00

Fair Fun- Chester County Photographer

2011-07-12T13:22:00.000-04:00

CCCC Summer Photo Challenge & Scrapbooking On Saturday- Lancaster, Chester & Philadelphia Photographer

2011-07-09T10:36:00.000-04:00

Fine Art Friday

2011-07-08T16:55:00.000-04:00

Below is the latest image to be added for sale on my website. To order a print, please visit TurtleBugGraphics.com or you can click on the image. Purchased prints do not have watermarks.

She's A Cutie- Philadelphia Child Photographer

2011-07-04T09:58:00.000-04:00

I posted a Blog Board the other day of more photos from this session. But I wanted to add this one.

CCCC Summer Photo Challenge & Scrapbooking On Saturday- Lancaster, Chester & Philadelphia Photographer

2011-07-02T10:10:00.002-04:00

For the next few weeks, I am going to do a twist on my usual Scrapbooking on Saturday. Of course, to define 'usual' I guess I should be posting every week and lately I haven't. OOPS

Well, My camera club is having a summer challenge. The description on the site reads as follows:

It's time to have some fun and get your creative photography skills in action to take some fabulous pictures of the area in which you live!!!

Look around your hometown and find items that walk you through the ABC's.

Example - A is for Alleyway, B is for Building, C for Coffeecup Restaurant etc.. Don't worry, if you get stuck, you can collect Letters in Nature; like a C, would be the curve on a railing.
Get creative and incorporate any photography techniques you want. Depth of Field, Perspective, Up High, Down Low, Shoot from the Hip; even create a tryptch to keep things interesting, maybe even add some textures.
One request with this project. You must incorporate a self portrait when you hit the letter of your first initial!

Start date is June 14th - End date is August 20th. All images must be uploaded by AUGUST 20th, 2011.

So, for the next 26 weeks, you will have to suffer your way through my Alphabet! Don't expect to see them in order though!

Each photo will have it's own description. Feel free to post or email your thoughts!

She's 3!- Philadelphia Child Photographer

2011-06-29T09:58:00.001-04:00

Isn't she cute? As she waited for her guests to arrive to her party, we got a few shots of her playing with her jewelry!

Roller Derby- Chester County Photographer

2011-06-24T13:57:00.007-04:00

I happened upon Roller Derby quite by accident.

My friend, Denise, posted on her Facebook wall that she was participating in a local roller derby. She was posting about her practices and her quest to eventually join a team.

The only thing I had known about derby, was that cheesey 70's movie where the women were out to kill each other. This confused me greatly, as Denise has never given off the 'I want to hurt you vibe'. So, I kept thinking I needed to check this out.

Last month, she and some other friends were posting about a bout. So, I decided to see what it was about and fortunately I was able to get a ticket. These SELL OUT FAST!! Who would have known?? This is an all new world to me, but hey, I was up to checking it out. And, who can pass up an opportunity for some motion photography!

As it turns out I LOVED IT!!!! It was so exciting to watch, and even more so to shoot! I entered one of my images from that first bout to one of my Camera Club's competitions and it took second place!

Second Place! Woot

I was invited to come shoot at some practices and I have had a blast. They have an official photographer, who takes amazing images too! But I sure have fun hanging out and shooting the action during the practices and the bouts. I have met many amazing women.

I even drug some photogs with me to the last one! It was even more fun shooting with them!

Check out the Brandywine Roller Girls. ANd maybe I will see you at a bout!

Scrapbooking On Saturday

2011-06-18T09:21:00.004-04:00

It has been a while since I posted a Scrapbook page. I have been scrapping, I just haven't been posting. Some members of my family are a bit shy to having their photos posted on the internet, so I have just been avoiding it. Oh, yeah, and there is that pesky issue of time...

This page stars some of the members of the Chester County Camera Club. We are used to being behind the camera, but I made them stop for a few shots :)

Happy Snapping & Scrapping...

Caught! -Lancaster Philadelphia Wedding Photographer

2011-06-05T21:12:00.003-04:00

It has been awhile since I posted. Sorry. Sometimes you just get caught up in life! Eventually I will post more photos from this wedding. But, tonight I was working on our family scrapbook, and I thought this was fun and that I would share!

Crazy Adventures in the Life of a Photog! - Philadelphia Chester Lancaster County Photographer

2011-04-29T15:55:00.000-04:00

So, what happens when you work all day, do photo shoots in the evening and on the weekends and squish in editing?

Well, if you are me, you forget to do the laundry. Yeah, you noticed that you are pushing on the hamper to squish in more clothes. You notice that it is easier to get things in and out of your closet. But, eventually, panic kicks in when you notice the drawer of 'unmentionables' is almost empty.

So, what do you do? Cram the washer right? It's a front loader that takes large loads. Apparently I tested the definition of 'large load'.

That leads to a large pile of wet laundry in the downstairs shower and having to cram a trip to the laundromat into my schedule. BTW...who ever heard of a laundromat CLOSING??? They actually have hours out here! They close at 10pm. That is INSANE!

I WON 1st PLACE! ~ Philadelphia Newborn Photographer!

2011-04-27T12:01:00.005-04:00

I won first place for this image of my new baby cousin! (Follow the bouncing ball- my Dad's sister's daughter's daughter's son- get that?) He sure is a cutie and was so easy to work with!

STOP! - Lancaster County Wedding Photographer

2011-04-08T11:48:00.002-04:00

I am always willing to try something new. Frequently, I get a bug in my head and I am determined to convince people to try some hair-brain idea. On this week's engagement shoot with V and K, we had a great time wandering around the park when we came across this stop sign. Although I believe I got a raised eyebrow from K, both went along with this 'idea' in my head.

I am not sure if they are smiling for the camera, or silently laughing at me :)

But, it's a fun photo, isn't it?

Stay tuned for more images. And, if you need a wedding photographer, send me an email! Gabrielle@TurtleBugGraphics.com

Take Me for a Ride!- Lancaster Wedding Photographer

2011-04-06T15:53:00.000-04:00

I had a great engagement session last night. The rain went away and the sun came out to play! V&K were really fun and I am looking forward to shooting their May wedding. I will post a few more photos from their 'E' session early next week, but for now, I leave you with this fun photo!

Stay tuned for more to come!

Almost Parents- Lancaster Maternity Photographer

2011-03-16T20:38:00.006-04:00

I had the privilege of photographing a co-worker recently. These are a bit different for maternity shots, but lately I have been experimenting with some high key editing. I think it works. Mommy and Daddy have a few versions of these photos to choose from, but I decided to share these!

Would you like to see more of my maternity shots? Check out the new page I just added to my website! www.TurtleBugGraphics.com/1maternity.htm

CATS is Coming to Town 2! (Lancaster County Entertainment Photographer)

2011-03-03T07:53:00.003-05:00

My very own "CAT"! My son Anthony will be in the production! I sat through rehearsal yesterday. I am exhausted from watching these kids and the LONG hours they have put into the production!

Hempfield High School's spring musical is almost here and this year they will be performing Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS. Mark your calendar for March 4, 5 & 6!

Stay tuned for photos!

Click for more information!

CATS is Coming to Town! (Lancaster County Entertainment Photographer)

2011-02-24T15:17:00.000-05:00

No, I did not mean "Cats are coming to town". I mean CATS is coming to town, CATS the Musical that is!!!! Hempfield High School's spring musical is almost here and this year they will be performing Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS. Mark your calendar for March 4, 5 & 6!

Stay tuned for photos!

Click for more information!

And we are LIVE!

2011-01-16T21:54:00.001-05:00

My website has been replaced with a new and improved one! I am very proud of all the changes and updates! Lots of new photos have been added to this one! THank you to all of my wonderful clients who allowed me to share their smiles with you!

Happy 2011! New and with Gift Certificates!

2011-01-13T19:18:00.000-05:00

Wow....
I have fallen behind on updating this blog! Not for a lack of wanting to keep it current. But, you know sometimes life keeps you busy!

First, I would be remiss if I did not thank you for your support in 2010! Whether you were a friend, family member, or client, THANK YOU for your love and support! And, again, thanks to "J" for my new camera! I look forward to serving all of you again for your photography and design needs! Be sure to refer me to your friends and family members too, as you get referral credits good towards free prints and investment fees!

As you may have noticed, my blog has gotten a make over! And my website has gotten one too! It will be going live this weekend!! Please be sure to check it out and give me some constructive criticism!

Also new for 2011....GIFT CERTIFICATES! Here is a preview of my new GC! They are available in dollar amounts of your choice to be used towards invest or print fees. Or, you can purchase packages for your friend or loved one!

SPLURG! (Lancaster Chester Philadelphia Photographer)

2010-11-05T12:44:00.003-04:00

I have been buying new equipment to expand my business. Among all the necessities, I have added some strobe lights, some pocket wizard triggers and a wide angle lens.

Oh and this nifty Camera strap that I HAD to have. It is fuzzy, pink, zebra fur, and soft. Did I mention it was fun! Yep, I needed it!

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-10-17T10:12:00.002-04:00

Yummy Zucchini Crab cakes!!!! They taste yummy and only you will know what's inside!

I was challenged by a facebook friend to take photos of my Zucchini plants. Which prompted a long blog entry and other photos! You can read about it here in my post Zucchini Insanity. Another friend suggested I post some zucchini photos regularly! So, in the spirit of fun and silliness...
I bring you Zucchini Sun-Daze...or Zucchini Sundays!

Good Things Are Coming- Philadelphia Lancaster & Chester County Photographer

2010-10-15T20:32:00.003-04:00

What a busy time of year! I have had the pleasure of photographing many families and I have many more to photograph from now until Decemeber. My posts have slacked off a bit due to my clients being the most important thing on my 'To Do' list.

I still have a few more slots to schedule sessions. If you are interested, please email me at Gabrielle@TurtleBugGraphics.com and we will pick out a time!

Until then, I will try to post a few images as we go.....

This is a photo from a recent session. I was asked not to post any identifiable photos....but aren't they cute?

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-10-10T10:12:00.002-04:00

Making Zucchini crab cakes!!! My fav! Stay tuned for the finished product!!!

I was challenged by a facebook friend to take photos of my Zucchini plants. Which prompted a long blog entry and other photos! You can read about it here in my post Zucchini Insanity. Another friend suggested I post some zucchini photos regularly! So, in the spirit of fun and silliness...
I bring you Zucchini Sun-Daze...or Zucchini Sundays!

This post has been imported from www.TurtleBugGraphics.com

Holiday Portraits- Lancaster Chester and Philadelphia Photographer

2010-10-08T06:07:00.003-04:00

Now scheduling for holiday portaits! Email me at Gabrielle@TurtleBugGraphics.com or private message me on Facebook!

More information is available at TurtleBugGraphics.com.

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-10-03T10:11:00.001-04:00

Zucchini Bread!!!

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-09-26T10:10:00.001-04:00

The making of zucchini bread....

I was challenged by a facebook friend to take photos of my Zucchini plants. Which prompted a long blog entry and other photos! You can read about it here in my post Zucchini Insanity. Another friend suggested I post some zucchini photos regularly! So, in the spirit of fun and silliness...
I bring you Zucchini Sun-Daze...or Zucchini Sundays!

Scrapbooking on Saturdays

2010-09-25T10:28:00.004-04:00

The first scrapbook page from the West Chester PhotoWalk!

Me- Lancaster Chester and Philadelphia Photographer

2010-09-22T15:19:00.000-04:00

I decided I needed a new artsy Facebook photo for my own personal page. What a fiasco! Lost my remote (which still has not turned up- bought 2 more). I kept knocking over the back drop. You know what they say about lawyers who represent themselves in court, right? Does the same apply to photographers?
These didn't make it as my photo, but I thought I'd share!

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-09-19T10:09:00.001-04:00

I was challenged by a facebook friend to take photos of my Zucchini plants. Which prompted a long blog entry and other photos! You can read about it here in my post Zucchini Insanity. Another friend suggested I post some zucchini photos regularly! So, in the spirit of fun and silliness...
I bring you Zucchini Sun-Daze...or Zucchini Sundays!

Scrapbooking on Saturdays ( Lancaster , Chester , Philadelphia County Wedding Photographer )

2010-09-18T10:24:00.002-04:00

Wedding Details

Love Is In the Air 2- Lancaster Chester and Philadelphia Photographer

2010-09-16T23:10:00.000-04:00

Another photo from the the engagement session I posted on Tuesday.

Love Is In the Air- Lancaster Chester and Philadelphia Photographer

2010-09-14T14:50:00.002-04:00

I was asked by a friend if I would so an engagement session for someone she knew. K & M will be flying off to K's home in the Ukraine to get married. Eventually, the couple will call PA their home.

I spent an hour with the happy couple. They were very easy going and so full of love for each other!

Wedded Bliss- Lancaster Philadelphia and Chester Wedding Photographer

2010-09-12T19:25:00.002-04:00

I have updated the Wedding section of my website. A thank you to all my couples who allowed me to use their photos! But, especially to all the brides (Karen, Jessica, Beth, Carrie, Pam & Kristen)...because, it is usually the bride who painstakingly plans her special day!

I wish you a lifetime of wedded bliss!

You can view this new section by visiting:
http://www.turtlebuggraphics.com/weddings.html

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-09-12T10:26:00.001-04:00

Scrapbooking on Saturdays

2010-09-11T09:40:00.002-04:00

A scrapbook page from the Linda Davis concert I recently shot!

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-09-05T10:09:00.002-04:00

Scrapbooking on Saturdays

2010-09-04T09:40:00.002-04:00

A scrapbook page from the Cyndi Lauper Concert!

Picnic Table at Sunset...

2010-09-01T09:37:00.000-04:00

Contest Winner for July!! - Chester County Family Photographer

2010-08-31T12:25:00.000-04:00

August has been a buzz.... I can't believe it is over and school is starting.

In July I ran a contest offering a free session and a free 8x10. All you had to do, was send me an email, fan me on FaceBook, and tell your friends. The session was to be held during the month of August. The "G" Children were the winners! Aren't they just adorable?

Do you want to win a free session and a free print, too? Send me an email atGabrielle@TurtleBugGraphics.com telling me why you are deserving. Make sure you are a fan on Facebook , because I will be checking! And while you are on FaceBook, tell your friends!

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-08-29T10:08:00.000-04:00

Scrapbooking on Saturdays

2010-08-28T09:39:00.001-04:00

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-08-22T10:05:00.000-04:00

Scrapbooking on Saturdays

2010-08-21T09:39:00.001-04:00

A recent trip to the Renn Fair's Celtic Fling!

Wedding Celebration- Lancaster, Chester, & Philadelphia County Wedding Photographer

2010-08-19T07:22:00.000-04:00

I have already expressed my love of scrapbooking and collages. I have already posted two from this wedding! I posted one of the details and one from the ceremony. Here are a few images from the reception!

To see more photos from this wedding, please visit the album on FaceBook!

Laurel Hill Cemetery

2010-08-16T10:21:00.003-04:00

I made another trip to Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia this summer. I just love cemeteries. Something about the love, thought and care that goes into remembering and caring for someone who is no longer here. Laurel Hill is a historical site with many famous residents.

I frequently take photos at cemeteries, however, I never seem to get around to posting them. Anyone else ever take pics of something frequently but never get around to editing and posting?

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-08-15T10:04:00.001-04:00

Scrapbooking on Saturdays

2010-08-14T09:37:00.003-04:00

A page from the Celtic Fling. Yes, I am getting a bit behind on my scrapbooking! Another will be posted next week!

I DO!- Lancaster, Chester & Philadelphia County Wedding Photographer

2010-08-12T19:19:00.000-04:00

I love storyboards and collages! Of course I do, my hobby is scrapbooking! So, I couldn't resist creating collages from a wedding. One from the reception is on its way, so stay tuned!

To see more photos from this wedding, please visit the album on FaceBook!

Brand New -[ Newborn Photographer Philadelphia Lancaster Chester County }

2010-08-10T15:50:00.000-04:00

Don't you just love babies? Especially when they aren't yours and you can "ooo" and "Awe" over them and then give them backwhen they aren't happy?
This little angel was a bit camera shy. She would cry as soon as I lifted the camera! She would definitely stop crying when Daddy picked her up!
Oh well, hopefully her parents will be happy with the session!

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-08-08T10:02:00.000-04:00

Scrapbooking on Saturdays

2010-08-07T09:36:00.002-04:00

Wedding Details- Lancaster, Chester, & Philadelphia County Wedding Photographer

2010-08-05T07:01:00.005-04:00

Here is a storyboard from a recent wedding! Stay tuned for more images!

To see more photos from this wedding, please visit the album on FaceBook!

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-08-01T09:58:00.003-04:00

Scrapbooking on Saturdays

2010-07-31T09:31:00.001-04:00

Zucchini Sun-Daze

2010-07-25T09:54:00.005-04:00

Scrapbooking on Saturdays

2010-07-24T09:28:00.007-04:00

Although I did take the pictures here, these are not pictures of my pictures :)
My Camera Club had an exhibition of photos that we made of our names using items in nature! We displayed them at our picnic in the spring.

Here is my name:

Everyone who showed their photos, got a participation gift! My son, snapped this one of me. Think he is ready to be my second shooter yet?

It Is Fun To Be Two! ( Lancaster Children's Photographer )

2010-07-23T17:17:00.002-04:00

My First Ever Contest!!! [Lancaster, Chester, Philadelphia County Photographer]

2010-07-20T14:37:00.002-04:00

This is my first ever contest!!! Some lucky winner will receive:

A FREE on location mini session within 30 miles from Morgantown, PA (that is you Philly and Lancaster!) to be scheduled in August.
Your photos will be featured on my TurtleBug Graphics page on Facebook and on my blog. I may even use your photos on my website!
A souvenir! One 8x10 print of your choice!
One web size image with watermark to use on your FB or Myspace page!
Images from your session loaded into your own password protected gallery for your friends to view!
Additional photos at a 10% discount!

How do you enter, you ask???

First, fan me on FaceBook !
Email the following information to me at Gabrielle@TurtleBugGraphics.com or via FaceBook (subject- PICK-ME!):

Your name

Age(s) of persons you want me to photograph!

A recent snapshot

Tell my why I should ‘shoot’ you!

Post a link to this blog post on your facebook!

I will choose one person at random from all emails received on July 31st!

WAIT!!! That is not all!!! I need a maternity model! Are you pregnant or know someone who is? I will give away a bonus extra session to one expectant mom to be! Just type MOM2BE in the subject of your email!

Zucchini Insanity

2010-07-17T21:24:00.009-04:00

Recently, on my personal Facebook, I made a reference to a Zucchini Cookbook and Christmas gifts in the same sentence. Through the magic of the internet, many of my FB friends are now privy to everyday events. However, I realized that many of these friends probably have no idea what I was referring too. So, I made a promise to Blog about my Zucchini Insanity.

First, in case you are unaware. I am a city girl. Not just a girl who grew up in the city, but a true city girl. I grew up in a row house, and as the story goes, a cement truck pulled up to the house to cement the front and back yards BEFORE the moving truck could arrive. I never grew more than marigolds in a pot.

Fast forward a few years. …but not quite to the present…

I now reside with the love of my life in his house in the ‘country’. It is not quite in the country, but by my standards this is the middle of now where (NO food delivery service! How barbaric!). For the first few years, my gardening has been to pull a few weeds over the course of the years….BTW….weeds should actually be required to hold a sign that says, “I’m a weed”. In case you didn’t guess….I pulled up a few plants along with the weeds. Oops!

Somehow, I managed to convince my Mr. Wonderful that I wanted to plant a vegetable garden. It took awhile. He would tell you I nagged him until he gave in. He built me a wonderful raised bed with 6 sections. I promptly marched off to the home improvement store and bought veggie plants.

Since this was many years ago, I do not remember the exact numbers of plants. But, I purchased several plants of the following: Peppers, cherry tomatoes, plum tomatoes, and egg plant. Mind you, I chose the items without regard for the SIZE of the garden area. How someone who could be so ‘visual’ fail so badly when it comes to planting a garden is beyond me. But wait! I am not done!

I also purchased 9…yes…NINE…zucchini plants! I proudly told everyone about my zuccs! I was greeted with such interesting expressions! I soon realized why everyone looked shocked! I also realized that everyone I knew felt compelled to give me recipes! Many also suggested I ‘google’ some.

By the end of the first summer, I had a large collection of recipes!

Mr. Wonderful will often tell the story of how after a hard days work, he came home to a home cooked dinner: Zucchini bread, stuffed Zucchini and Cobbler. He asked what kind of cobbler it was, I smiled.

“It better not be Zucchini.”
“Honey, who ever heard of Zucchini Cobbler?”
“Hmmm, its good. Is it apples?”
I laugh.
“What?”
“It’s ZUCCHINI,” giggle giggle giggle….

But, I digress from the story…

I had all these recipes that people had given me. People were asking if I had gotten any other recipes that were interesting. Everyone was asking for other copies of what I received. Thus the Zucchini Cookbook was born.

It was two years ago that I gave them out as Christmas gifts. Since, I have been searching the internet for more ways to use zucchini. I have assembled a few more recipes and I have tweaked some of the old ones.

My BFF, Susan, has copies of the new ones to give some a try. She and I will decide which to keep and which to toss. And, volume two will be assembled and printed by this December.

Have any great zucchini recipes that you think I should include? Email me!
Gabrielle@turtleBugGraphics.com

Today, I posted to my FB status that I had enough zucchini to open a road side stand. One of my FB friends, Tanya, challenged me to photograph them before I cooked with them. Other friends jumped on the band wagon. I accepted her challenge and even took photos as I cooked!

What did I make? Five batches of zucchini bread and a batch of zucchini crab cakes! Stay tuned as I will post more photos from my Zucchini Insanity!

Scrapbooking on Saturday ( Lancaster & Philadelphia Photographer)

2010-07-17T09:57:00.000-04:00

In the past, I have made some collages that were displayed for family events. It is always alot of fun to see photos of everyone from the past. It is even funnier to see the hair and clothing style changes!

I have already posted that my cousin Kristen got married last week. Prior to the events, she asked me if I would make a collage for her reception. In the mail I received over 100 photos to scan and collage! It was determined that this collage would be different...

Yes, this collage was to be matted and framed so that guests could sign it and Kristen had every intention of saving it and hanging it on her wall. Ok, no pressure there! In the past, I always just printed and glued them onto cardboard- never intending them to be saved! No biggy, right? I mean, I scrapbook all the time...

This one is different...and I must admit I am quite proud! (and it was a hit at the reception, too!

I even signed it with a photo...Can you find me?

A WEDDING & Scrapbooking on Saturday

2010-07-09T16:45:00.003-04:00

My little cousin, Kristen, got married yesterday.

Guess she really isn't my little cousin since:
1.) She is now a married woman
2.) She is nearly out of her 20s!

I will be posting wedding photos shortly. However, since it is Saturday and I need to post a scrapbook page, here ate two of the pages for our family scrapbook from her Bridal Shower.

Lens Flare- Chester County Children's Photographer

2010-07-08T17:03:00.002-04:00

I have been seeing some really neat photos that have been 'improved'. As I sit in front of the TV and enjoy the air conditioning in this HEAT WAVE. I decided to play with some photos from old sessions. I mean, it isn't like I am going to be shooting in this weather! The heat just makes everyone cranky! Have a few sessions 'On Hold' for more people friendly weather!

Flight of Fancy ( Chester County Children's Photographer )

2010-07-07T09:32:00.000-04:00

Recently, I had the opportunity to photograph an adorable little girl who adorned some wings and took off into the park! Her mother and I dutifully followed with camera in hand! I captured many images that afternoon. Here are a few of the angel images.

Stay tuned for more later...

Concert- Tracey Lawrence - ( Lancaster Entertainment Photographer )

2010-07-05T09:31:00.001-04:00

Recently, Tracy Lawrence was at one of the Firemen Fairs that are held in June in Lancaster. I have been a fan since the 90's and it was great to see him in concert again. This time, I even got to meet him and he signed my hat! This is one of those scrapbook pages I keep posting about.

Thanks to the Big I 105 for the meet and greet passes!

Scrapbooking Saturday

2010-07-03T14:36:00.000-04:00

I went shopping one sunny Saturday with my cousin, Amanda, and her two beautiful boys. Of course, I took photos! This is the scrapbook page I assembled for my family scrapbook!

Graduation Time! ( Lancaster Senior Photographer )

2010-07-01T09:41:00.005-04:00

I was busy during graduation. I was taking Senior Photos and I photographed my schools graduation ceremonies.

Among the seniors I shot, one was Aubry. Aubry is the granddaughter of Sandy, a woman who works at my school. I love Sandy. Sandy Retired this year as well. In addition to taking the photos, I designed this card as both a graduation announcement and as a Thank you card.

Family Fun

2010-06-29T09:14:00.003-04:00

I have been overwhelmed with things this school year and am glad that it is over! In addition to school, I had a lot of events to plan, attend and photograph. I am still catching up on posting everything! Sorry!

Here are some photos from my cousin's bridal shower.

Scrapbooking Saturday

2010-06-26T14:33:00.000-04:00

Vote For My Photo!

2010-06-24T16:33:00.004-04:00

I saw an ad posted on the side of Facebook asking me to send in a photo and enter a contest to win a trip in PA. Sure, why not. I need a vacation. Funds are a bit tied up and feel they need to go in their own direction anyway. So, what else can a girl do?

Last week, Lisa and I took a trip to Laurel Hill Cemetery in Philadelphia. We visited Harry Kala's grave and this is the photo that I decided to enter. My photo on the site is not watermarked. However, here is my masterpiece! Be sure to click on the photo! You will be redirected to where to vote.

CLICK ON THE PHOTO TO VOTE!

I do realize that it was an odd photo to enter. It is truly a snapshot of something that I thought might have a chance to appeal to some Philly fans! Ok, maybe I should have entered a contest for "Wierd PA"....maybe next time!

Added since originally posted:

Lisa used her Canon G11 to take a times shot of us sitting in those seats!? Anyone out there actually have thoughts on this monument/memorial?

Scrapbooking Saturday

2010-06-19T14:32:00.000-04:00

Scrapbooking Saturday

2010-06-12T11:56:00.000-04:00

West Chester, PA United States (West Chester) | Worldwide Photo Walk

2010-06-10T13:10:00.000-04:00

Come Join US!

West Chester, PA United States (West Chester) | Worldwide Photo Walk

Scrapbooking Saturday

2010-06-05T14:34:00.000-04:00

New Shoes

2010-06-03T15:33:00.005-04:00

I met up with my cousin, Amanda, at the outlets recently. She brought her adorable little boys who are 4 and 2. They were so well behaved!

We went into the Croc outlet and the boys wanted a pair. She helped them to pick out their selection. Meanwhile, I noticed the display of jibbitz. These are plastic button things that you insert into the holes of the Crocs. Since the boys are into Thomas the Train, I chose a couple for the boys to put into their new shoes!

Here is 'C' showing off his new Jibbitz!

Pink

2010-06-01T17:02:00.000-04:00

Scrapbooking Saturday

2010-05-29T14:31:00.000-04:00

Faucet Against the Sky

2010-05-27T17:25:00.000-04:00

Anthony's Birthday

2010-05-24T18:48:00.004-04:00

So, I realized the other day that I never posted the photos from Anthony's 17th Birthday.

First, this is an interesting story. I bought Anthony too much stuff for Christmas. I got him an iTouch, a bunch of James Bond videos (he loves them), an iTunes gift card and a bunch of little things that I didn't remember buying even when I was wrapping them. And of course, at the last minute, the opportunity reveaved itself to go to NY to see the Phantom of the Opera. Come to think of it, I never posted those photos either...hmmm I am seeing a trend of forgetfulness here.

Anthony outside the Magestic
Well, those were way too many gifts for Christmas, so I promptly informed Anthony that didn't want to return anything and stand in all those lines, so how about I give him everything I bought and when his Birthday rolled around he would get practically nothing. He was in agreement with that.

About two weeks before Anthony's big day, I get a text message from his father. He informed me that he was buying Anthony a bike and if I wanted a gift idea, I could buy him a water bottle. Really? A water bottle? This caused me to ask myself under what circumstances one would think a lonely water bottle would be a good gift? Whatever.

Well, I did get Anthony an iTunes gift card (valued at alot more than a water bottle). I also gave him something else. Later that night, I over heard him tell his father, "YES! That sure beats a bike!"

Wow, I won and didn't know I was playing!

Here is the gift that beat a bike!

It is a hand written note and an autographed playbill from the entire cast! Thank you to Jermey Stolle and the Broadway cast of the Phantom of the Opera!

Scrapbooking Saturday

2010-05-22T14:27:00.003-04:00

This is a two page spread.

For those of you wondering, I do my pages at 11x8.5 and they will fit in standard uploading site photo books. Most digital scrapbookers will create layouts that are 12x12, but for some reason, I find that to be an odd size...LOL

Resting

2010-05-20T15:20:00.001-04:00

This was snapped after the wedding. These young men sat down to wait while some formal photos were taken. I couldn't help but take a picture!

Wedding in Stanley Park Part 2

2010-05-19T15:23:00.001-04:00

Here are a couple more photos from the wedding.

The wedding cake was beautiful and yummy!

Here are some more photos of the favors.

Wedding in Stanley Park

2010-05-17T15:15:00.001-04:00

As mentioned, I traveled to Massachusetts for a friend's wedding. A group of us traveled to witness the union on a bright sunny Saturday morning.

Now, before you read further, I want to let you know that this was not a traditional wedding. The reason that we traveled to Massachusetts is that this is the closest state that honors same sex marriage. My friend has been with her partner for 12 years. The amazing part of this union, is that this marriage is not recognized by the state in which they live, or in the United States. But, it meant that much to them to spend all this money and time to travel to a place that will accept them for the wonderful people that they are. I think that truly says something about their relationship with each other. I don't know many couples that have lasted 12 years!

I have permission to post photos, but I will not post anything that is identifiable. Well, except for this photo of the M&Ms! I love this photo! I added the text in photoshop!

Scrapbooking Saturday

2010-05-15T14:20:00.002-04:00