It wasn't too long ago that I was excited about the beginning of winter and the snow. I still love the snow. I think it is beautiful and calm. But I found out that I wasn't nearly as fond of the cold as I thought I was. So needless to say, I was pleased to feel the warmth that we have gotten the past couple of days and see how instantaneously everything started to grow and bloom. Of course I had to go out and take a few pictures! I didn't get to take as many as I would have liked to, but I can assure you that there will be more to come in the following weeks and months. I can't resist taking pictures of such a beautiful world!

One of the major differences between California and Utah is the weather. I love California, and miss it dearly, but Utah has what some people like to call.... are you ready for this?... Seasons! I checked the weather forecast this morning, and was surprised to find that the previous forecast for rain next Tuesday has turned into a snow prediction. Now I'm sure that all those who have lived here for at least one winter may not find this bit of information as interesting and news worthy as I seem to be turning it into, but as a photographer I look at everything in terms of "Will this make an amazing photo?" And snow definitely has the potential to turn out many great photos. Yes, there are the cynics who say that snow isn't pretty...because within a couple hours of fresh fallen snow, it is bound to be walked and driven in and turn not so white and fresh. And of course there is the cold that goes along with it. But being naive and unknowledgeable in the behavior of snow, I'm excited to see it, and of course take many, many pictures of it. So who's in? I'm starting to schedule snow photo shoots! These are perfect for holiday greeting cards that tend to make there way through the mail to family and friends within the next couple of months. I already have a few choice locations in mind, or let me know about your ideas! Hey, I'll even give you 30% off the cost of the photo session fee and 20% off prints if you schedule before November 21, 2009 just for mentioning this blog! Now how can you resist such an offer? And please check me out on Facebook! Become a fan, and you can get my newest images in your news feed before they appear on my website!



I wish you all happy snow memories!

Hey Everyone! I just thought I'd give you an update on what's been going on with me. I'm still in Orem, Utah and loving the scenery. There are the most beautiful sunsets here almost every night! At least a couple times a week I find myself running outside with my camera to capture all the colors before they disappear into the night. I'm also working on updating my store. Soon there will be two new categories of photos to purchase: Digital Art & Effects and Stock Photography. I'm really excited to start adding more products for everyone to view and purchase. There is also a newsletter that is currently in progress. Soon you will be able to subscribe to it and receive news, updates, tips, and coupons for Lauren Silcock Photography all through E-mail. Thank you for all your support! Keep checking back for all these new updates!

I just wanted to give an update and let everyone know that I will be relocating to Utah in the Orem/Provo area at the beginning of July.  I've loved being in California. There is so much beauty everywhere you look, but it will be nice to be able to experience all that Utah has to offer. I hope to be able to show everyone some amazing new work within the first few weeks of being there. Until July, I'm still scheduling portrait shoots in Southern California, but I'm also accepting reservations for portrait sessions in Salt Lake and Utah counties. If you want to schedule something, send me a message through my contact page.  I also offer digital restoration and retouching. Or visit my store to view some photos that are available for print purchases. ~Lauren 

Welcome to LaurenSilcock.com and to my blog! I'm really excited to be able to share with you about my current projects, as well as let you in on some of my tips for being in pictures and even taking pictures. When I was about 10 years old, I looked out my bedroom window and saw a beautiful sunset. I wanted to capture what I was looking at so I could see it over and over again. The way the colors blended together, it was like someone had splashed paint in all my favorite colors across the sky. So I decided that I would draw it, exactly as I saw it, and then I would be able to see it as often as I wanted. It didn't take me long to realize that drawing wasn't one of my strongest talents... So I started taking pictures. The first time I felt like a real photographer was during a family trip to Yellowstone. I took rolls and rolls of film and used it all. And although I don't know what happened to most of those images, I still have the pictures that came from one of those rolls. I loved those pictures. I carried them around with me everywhere so I could show people all the "pretty things" that I saw. I have been taking pictures ever since. I've had a bit more experience now, and learned a great deal about what makes a photo beautiful. I still love to take pictures of landscapes and flowers, but I have expanded my interest to portraits of people. I now also love making people look amazing! I hope you enjoy visiting my website! Please always feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. Remember to always see the beauty in everything: Every mountain, every flower, every person.