Katniss Everdeen inspired my kid and my kid inspired me.

Now that the Mockingjay Madness is once again arising for the final installment of the beloved Hunger Games series, I decided its about dang time that I blog one of my most favorite sessions to date.

Well....maybe I'm a little biased because this little Katniss Everdeen happens to be my little lady! She admires the strength of Katniss and very adamantly requested a Hunger Games themed 5th birthday party. What kind of mom would I be to say no?? I get sick of the pink princess birthday decorations so this was an exciting theme to chase after!

So off on a woodsy jaunt we went with a homemade bow and arrow in hand, side braid, and trusty mockingjay pin displayed proudly on her jacket.

I love my kid so very much, her and her little sister inspire me to no end. Enjoy!

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Actions: Morgan Burks Photography
Camera: Canon 5D MarkIII with 50mm lens (some shots taken using the Free Lens method)

My First Venture Into Dark Fine Art Portraiture

In the spirit of this dark and scary time of year, I was inspired to do my first experimental fine art shoot with my dear friend, Amy. We weren't sure if we would even get to shoot because my day was running way behind, but I HAD to get this concept out of my head at all costs!

The goal of this shoot for me was to venture into a darker, gritty, style of shooting and editing in post process. We started shooting when the sun was almost down and we were mostly in the shade of trees close to the Verdigris River. Amy's dress was borrowed from the Neewollah musical wardrobe and it was part of my inspiration for this "hauntingly seductive" shoot.

All images posted so far are different editing styles than I have done before and I welcome you all to leave some feedback on my work!

Merry Hallowe'en everyone! ;)