Tuesday, April 13, 2010

spencer/ class of 2010 ~albuquerque teen photographer

isn't 'spencer' the coolest girl name???
i love it.
i love that she even looks like a spencer.
what does a 'girl spencer' look like, you ask?
spunky, way cute, laid back, fun, and a little mischievous.
that's a girl spencer to me.

i loved meeting spence and her awesome dad--who is also the baseball coach at her high school.
what impressed me most about spencer was that at one point in her high school career, she went off the road a little...but was now back on track with great grades and ready to graduate in may.
that impresses me--and resonates with me--because that was ME in high school.
i really took a detour from the 'right way'--and it wasn't until after high school that i was able to get my act together. i know what it's like to have everyone in the family think you are doomed, but to somehow find the strength to make better choices and surprise them all.

at one point i heard her dad say, "i never thought we'd get here, buddy." and i almost cried.
i'm sure my dad has had that same thought from time to time.
the moral of the story is: 'naughty' teens can turn things around. it happens. don't give up hope, parents. and when they do get their act together--celebrate, just like these two....










fyi--this was all spencer's idea. "do you want me to stand on my car?" she asked.
response: HECK YES!!!!!




















congratulations miss spencer.

can't wait to see where life takes you:)

XOXOXOXO

27 comments:

monique said...

SLUG BUG! (I can say that, cuz I have one!)
This is SERIOUSLY your best post ever (dont tell all your other clients and friends) I dont know why exactly, but maybe it's because you have this big thing in common with the adorable Spencer! The combination of her awesome pictures and this heartfelt post iws simply AMAZING! I am jealous of the energy you have girl!

And Spence! You are stinkin cute!

Stacey Clark said...

ok..first off..WHO looks like this in high school?? Spencer is gorgeous and you captured her beautifully...and then her story..wow. Amazing photos, Bri.

Ellen said...

Lovely! Car shot is so cute, and your close-ups are beautiful!

Chrissi Richards said...

Gorgeous girl. sh's got the world at her finger-tips. beautiful work, Bri.

scarlette said...

She looks cool... who doesn't look cool standing on their Bug. Really great AUTHENTIC work, Bri. You are the bomb every SINGLE time.

Tammy Staley said...

Really, really awesome! Love your style.

Willow said...

I wish we lived close to you so you could do our senior pictures in a couple of years. You have done an amazing job capturing a wonderful time in a girl's life here. I think the pictures with her dad are something that are overlooked in senior pictures and I commend you for seeing the beauty of that moment.

JulieK said...

Bri, these are beautiful pics! Can you come to Toronto and do my daughter's?

Spencer, you are stunning! Best of luck to you as you move on to your next place in life.

KimC said...

What wonderful pictures, I love the ones with her Dad!

Sandie said...

amazing & intimate work, Brianna!
you captured personality & emotion & the ones of Spencer with her father...you can just feel his pride!
She is lovely.
What a great write-up about a girl who has the world unfolding before her.

Paula said...

Spencer,
You are a beautiful young women. I love the close up shots. Sure hope I get a picture or two!
I love you, Gramma Paula

Tanya Aragon said...

Spencer, you're beautiful. I work with your proud, happy Dad and we just gushed at how wonderful these pictures captured YOU. Wish I looked like YOU in High School! Geez! GORGEOUS! Enjoy life and Be Happy! Congratulations!

Anonymous said...

What fabulous pictures of a lovely girl and her spirit of fun!

Vicki said...

Wow!!! The character you capture in Spence is AMAZING! Your photos are spectacular. But, I have to say, you post brought tears to my eyes, as did the picture of Spencer and her dad. Absolutely stunningly beautiful!

Cheryl said...

....and when you're done in Toronto, you can come to Missouri and do my son's photos. We don't have anyone that compares to your work. Love it!

Albert L. said...

Spencer looks great in these photos! I love the compositions that you did. Also I think you have really captured her personality. Great work!

Anonymous said...

The ones of Spencer and her dad just capture those feelings so well. Amazing work!

Darlee said...

Those are simply gorgeous photos of Spencer! I wish you were near Idaho so that you could photograph my children. What a wonderful post and photos.

Stephanie McBride said...

get out!!! gosh, im drooling over this shoot. slam dunk my friend!

Lynette said...

Not only are you an amazing photographer, but an amazing writer as well. You have your finger (or camera lens) on the pulse of Spencer. She is a great kid and her family is awesome! She will find her way, because she has the love and support of them!

Theresa B. said...

Wow, what amazing pictures of a beautiful girl. You and your model are both obviously amazing.

Theresa B.

Alise said...

Excellent Work!

Traci P. said...

Touching post and what beautiful pictures!

Mama All-Star said...

Fabulous photos! I cannot even pick a favorite one though the father/daughter shots are just beautiful!

Kendra said...

My baby niece all grown up...when did that happen?? I am so proud of you Spencer. You are more beautiful then I could have ever imagined. Can't wait to see you this summer!!

Ang said...

Amazing Brianna, simply amazing. I know Spencer and her family very well. You have captured the beauty of Spencer.

Spencer, you too are amazing, simply amazing. These photos show and prove you are ready to take on the world and do it in style.

~Angela, Sierra, Luna and Noel

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous pictures, too hard to pick a favorite.

Kelly