Jewels From God

Emmie

2011-06-18T17:23:00.000-04:00

iPhone 3GS Camera [instagr.am]

Pedal Power

2011-02-18T01:21:00.000-05:00

ISO 100 ~ f/11 ~ 1/10th ~ 135mm

Raining...

2010-11-26T20:35:00.000-05:00

ISO 100 ~ f/9.0 ~ 1/20th ~ 98mm (tripod)

Justin & Esther #2

2010-10-01T18:25:00.000-04:00

The proposal reenactment...

Justin & Esther Hochstetler

2010-09-28T13:20:00.000-04:00

ISO 200 ~ f/2.8 ~ 1/250th ~ 120mm

Looking into the Shadows

2010-09-19T22:23:00.002-04:00

ISO 200 ~ f/2.8 ~ 1/1250th ~ 110mm

Street Photo #3

2010-09-17T14:18:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/5.0 ~ 1/320th ~ 115mm

This dude was sitting down enjoying the day when I started popping pictures of other people... He got a little nervous after about 50 shutter clicks with the camera pointed in his direction, and left. I suppose I would be a little insecure with a dude firing off machine-gun rounds of photos just to my left as well. :)

Street Photo #2 [World Changer]

2010-09-14T15:14:00.001-04:00

Met this li'l cutie on the streets of Winston as well. It's amazing what you can pull off if you just sit in one place for several hours. People don't think quite so bad of you if you are just sitting there popping off photos, not moving around all creation. It's almost like they feel that they have come into *your* territory, and it's their own fault that they are getting their photo taken.

Yes, we can all be world changers. :)

Street Photo #1 [Ward]

2010-09-10T10:39:00.002-04:00

ISO 200 ~ f/3.5 ~ 1/200th ~ 70mm

I met Ward in Winston the other day when I was there doing some street photography. He was out collecting cans, and asked if I had some extra change. He let me pray with him, and then when I was leaving, he asked me what I had the big camera for. I told him I was just taking photos of people, and he pulled off his hat and proudly showed off his dreads. Lighting & background was crummy, but I didn't want to lose the moment.

Helen & Micah Menzel

2010-09-02T14:02:00.001-04:00

A simple and quiet wedding in the little town of Crossville, Tennessee.

Weddings...

2010-08-18T12:04:00.000-04:00

I have several weddings coming up, so stay [somewhat] posted... Sorry for the lack of posting. :)

The Future.

2010-07-30T16:10:00.000-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/2.8 ~ 1/250th ~ 70mm

Drink Cheerwine.

2010-06-25T13:03:00.000-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/10 ~ 1/200th ~ 70mm

The Look of Innocence

2010-06-09T15:20:00.000-04:00

ISO 1000 ~ f/2.8 ~ 1/80 ~ 160mm

Go Ye into All the World...

2010-05-17T17:13:00.002-04:00

ISO 160 ~ f/8.0 ~ 1/250th ~ 200mm

Every person has a story. Every person has a heartache. Every person has their own personal joys. But one thing stands out to the Christian. We are called to reach out. To reach out to everyone in Christ's love, no matter their race, religion, sexual orientation, or how they smell -- and that can be hard sometimes. Especially when they may not appreciate your help. Maybe they think you're just out there to take advantage of them. Many have. Many will. It's the only right that they have left in their control, and they will be cynical of you. Don't let that taint your love for them. Reach out to them, and don't be afraid to be associated with them. Jesus was, and so should you. Just imagine if Jesus were on the street; how would we treat Him?

Try stepping out of your comfort zone today, and help someone feel Christ's love in a real way.

Volkswagen Jetta TDI

2010-04-13T15:35:00.000-04:00

Been thinking about getting more into car photography, and I thought I'd practice a little on my own dirty little car... Yeah, I know, I should have washed it first. ;) Bottom one is a little busy in the background, sorry about that.

ISO 125 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/125th ~ 70mm

ISO 320 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/250th ~ 130mm

ISO 100 ~ f/5.0 ~ 1/250th ~ 78mm

Do Not Cross

2010-04-03T10:11:00.000-04:00

ISO 3200 ~ f/3.2 ~ 1/60th ~ 130mm

Performance Under Pressure.

2009-12-10T20:42:00.000-05:00

F/3.5 ~ 1sec ~ ISO 100 ~ 93mm

Inspired by Dustin Diaz' style.

Abstruse, Arcane, and Melancholy Cogitation...

2009-11-12T07:23:00.001-05:00

ISO 2000 ~ f/2.8 ~ 1/80th ~ 73mm

A Sailor from a Bygone Era...

2009-10-08T08:44:00.000-04:00

ISO 320 ~ f/2.8 ~ 1/250 ~ 70mm

A la Tourista...

2009-10-08T08:22:00.000-04:00

ISO 250 ~ f/7.1 ~ 1/125 ~ 70mm

Swans

2009-10-05T15:04:00.000-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/160th ~ 70mm

Grandma & Dannik

2009-10-05T15:02:00.000-04:00

ISO 400 ~ f/2.8 ~ 1/320th ~ 200mm

Silhouette of a Woman Reading

2009-10-02T14:55:00.000-04:00

ISO 1250 ~ f/3.2 ~ 1/200th ~ 70mm

...Taken on the Electreechka while enroute.

High-Tech Security

2009-10-02T14:52:00.000-04:00

ISO 125 ~ f/2.8 ~ 1/160th ~ 150mm

Vanya, the Impassioned Lover...

2009-10-02T14:50:00.000-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/250th ~ 95mm

The writing says: "Olya, I love you - Vanya" Mom though it was some pretty cute graffiti, so credit for the idea for getting the shot goes to Mom! :)

Back Alley

2009-10-02T14:45:00.000-04:00

ISO 800 ~ f/3.2 ~ 1/200th ~ 70mm

Russian Flats...

2009-09-05T16:50:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/10 ~ 1/250th ~ 39mm
* Slightly photoshopped to enhance effect. ;)

Crazy Photographers....

2009-08-27T10:37:00.002-04:00

Yes... We are. And here's proof: http://www.soygik.com/todo-por-la-imagen-perfecta/

News!

2009-08-24T14:11:00.001-04:00

Read it on Salt & Light

Megan & Philip Knapp Wedding

2009-07-27T12:46:00.003-04:00

...Still in process, due to a *complete* lack of time to even breathe....

ISO 160 ~ f/2.8 ~ 1/100th ~ 200mm

Breathe Deeply!

2009-06-25T17:33:00.000-04:00

ISO 250 ~ f/8.0 ~ 1/400th ~ 135mm

Helmuth Wedding Photos... (finally!!!)

2009-06-04T13:38:00.004-04:00

Wedding Photos...

2009-05-29T23:42:00.002-04:00

No, I have not forgotten about you guys. Just been busy; the story of my life. I am processing the last of the photos now, and once I get them out to the Helmuths, I will be free to publish them here! :)

Thank you so much to all who prayed and thought of me. It means a lot. You guys are a huge blessing to me!

I might even have time to type up a story I want to share over on Salt & Light sometime soon.

South Dakota Wedding

2009-05-06T17:08:00.001-04:00

Well, I'm off for the next one... Would appreciate your prayers, especially as I am feeling a little unprepared for this one.

Blessings!

Southern States...

2009-04-26T23:55:00.002-04:00

ISO 250 ~ f/32 ~ 30secs ~ 160mm

Peace...

2009-04-24T09:30:00.001-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/2500 ~ 115mm

Jamin

2009-04-08T17:58:00.002-04:00

"I like my hands in my mouth!"

"I'm serious! See my teeth?"

Honduras Pictures

2009-04-01T00:30:00.002-04:00

Welcome!

Marco on top of the world. :)

Who needs a jack anyhow?

Brunch

The group with Junior's family.

Theme song

Praying over the valley.

“Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest.” John 4:35

Brian Byler...

2009-03-23T11:53:00.001-04:00

ISO 1600 ~ f/3.2 ~ 1/160th ~ 90mm

I'm Leaving for a bit!

2009-03-23T11:08:00.000-04:00

See this post

The Look of Love...

2009-03-22T23:43:00.002-04:00

Mandy & Daniel Wolf's Wedding...

2009-03-22T21:32:00.007-04:00

Hope it's ok to post picts of GBs online! ;)

Signing the guestbook...

Holding Hands

The Three Candles

Flowers on the Bridal Table

...Thought this was hilarious! :)

Joy after the long wait

Cake. This whole wedding was shot in a high-school gym... The backgrounds were HORRIBLE!

And the famous "German Baptist" lattice for getting married and posing in front of. Not exactly my choice of background either; especially in front of some ugly bleachers. :)

Programs

Again, pardon the background, light flair, and other technical issues with the shot, but it was interesting to get them all in one group for photos.... to say the least.

Leaving

Ha! Got the keys, and I'm ready to roll!

2009-03-22T01:14:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/3.5 ~ 1/320 ~ 140mm

Traffic On I40

2009-03-04T21:24:00.002-05:00

ISO 640 ~ f/13 ~ 30sec ~ 28mm

Letter Writing...

2009-02-23T18:49:00.002-05:00

ISO 1600 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/100th ~ 115mm

Sorry about the cluttered desk in the background... :)

Stopping Time...

2009-02-23T18:44:00.005-05:00

ISO 100 ~ f/10 ~ ? ~ 109mm

Who can tell me how long the exposure was for? :)

Learning To Brush...

2009-02-23T18:30:00.002-05:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/250th ~ 80mm

The Mexican Lea

2009-02-19T10:53:00.002-05:00

ISO 100 ~ f/10 ~ 1/100th ~ 28mm

Tarahumara Woman & Son

2009-02-02T13:49:00.003-05:00

ISO 100 ~ f/6.3 ~ 1/160 ~ 135mm

J.L. Roberts Lawyer

2008-12-22T19:23:00.002-05:00

ISO 100 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/100th ~ 53mm

Fall...

2008-11-17T22:14:00.001-05:00

ISO 100 ~ f/10 ~ 1/250th ~ 60mm

Leaves!

2008-11-17T22:11:00.000-05:00

ISO 200 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/100 ~ 60mm

Garden Spider at Night...

2008-11-17T21:46:00.001-05:00

ISO 1600 ~ f/9 ~ 1/250th ~ 135mm

Atlantic Sunrise....

2008-10-25T22:38:00.001-04:00

ISO 200 ~ f/14 ~ 1/640th ~ 60mm ~ Ex. Bias -1

Casualties...

2008-10-25T10:42:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/11 ~ 1/320 ~ 47mm

Caption???

2008-10-23T23:21:00.002-04:00

ISO 400 ~ f/16 ~ 1/500th ~ 50mm

Blowing Sand Dunes

2008-09-19T10:50:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/10 ~ 1/200 ~ 28mm

Lightning (3 of 3)

2008-09-19T10:45:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 30secs ~ 28mm

Sand Crab

2008-09-18T18:11:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/320 ~ 135mm

Lightning (2 of 3)

2008-09-18T10:18:00.000-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 30 secs ~ 28mm

Hatteras to Ocracoke

2008-09-17T22:43:00.001-04:00

ISO 800 ~ f/16 ~ 1/1000 ~ 125mm

Canon 5D Mk II

2008-09-17T01:01:00.007-04:00

Sorry everyone, couldn't resist! Canon just released the long-awaited update to the inimitable 5D. Read more about it here:

Press Release and Specifications Page

Some of the highlights at a glance:

Live View
21.1 MP CMOS Sensor
HD Video Capture
Weather Resistant
3" LCD
Dig!c 4 Microprocessor with lower noise at higher ISOs (native ISO 100-6400 -- up to 25,600)

A Merry Heart...

2008-09-16T15:07:00.001-04:00

ISO 800 ~ f/5 ~ 1/60th ~ 75mm

Lightning (1 of 3)

2008-09-16T14:43:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 30sec ~ 28mm

Formation Flying

2008-09-01T02:28:00.001-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/320 ~ 135mm

Love...

2008-08-17T00:30:00.003-04:00

“I have written unto you, fathers, because ye have known him that is from the beginning... 1 John 2:14a

“Her children arise up, and call her blessed...” Proverbs 31:28a

I love you, Dad and Mom! I will never be able to express or show enough gratefulness to you both for your love to me....

Wheat in the Sunset...

2008-08-02T03:01:00.001-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/7.1 ~ 1/125th ~ 44mm

After the Rain (3 of 3)

2008-07-23T00:41:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/6.3 ~ 1/160th ~ 135mm

After the Rain (2 of 3)

2008-07-22T07:01:00.001-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/250th ~ 135mm

After the Rain (1 of 3)

2008-07-19T17:59:00.004-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/6.3 ~ 1/200th ~ 135mm

Welding at Night....

2008-07-09T01:20:00.001-04:00

ISO 400 ~ f/9 ~ 1/13 ~ 122mm

Grinding Away...

2008-07-07T22:42:00.003-04:00

ISO 400 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/5th ~ 41mm

Rain in the Sun

2008-07-02T01:41:00.004-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/10 ~ 1/125th ~ 135mm

No, I didn't get my camera wet... :)

Clear Eyes...

2008-06-29T02:51:00.001-04:00

ISO 1600 ~ f/9 ~ 1/320th ~ 135mm

There is a way...

2008-06-28T00:15:00.002-04:00

...that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. Proverbs 16:25

ISO 100 ~ f/16 ~ 1/50th ~ 60mm

Ministry

2008-06-22T21:15:00.001-04:00

Crying Flower

2008-06-15T14:08:00.002-04:00

ISO 800 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/25th ~ 135mm

Misty Barn

2008-06-15T14:05:00.001-04:00

ISO 400 ~ f/5 ~ 1/60th ~ 65mm

Morality

2008-06-09T21:27:00.004-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/6.3 ~ 1/160th ~ 135mm

“Satan is not against good morals. He is opposed to Jesus Christ. A man can have good morals his entire life yet you and I know he will go to hell when he dies. It is Jesus Christ that everyone needs, and the devil knows this more than all of us. Satan's goal is to remove the name of Jesus Christ from his commands .... Without the authority of Christ, mankind is left to merely compare ideas. Morality becomes a matter of opinion. Putting forth the standards of Jesus Christ without His name is deadly.”

—Dr. Norris Anderson from the ”Time Changer”

Mountain Flowers

2008-06-05T09:09:00.001-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/20 ~ 1/30 ~ 70mm

Ready to Roll...

2008-06-01T23:46:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/200th ~ 56mm

Holding Fast...

2008-05-25T02:02:00.000-04:00

ISO 200 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/40 ~ 135mm

Garden of Rest...

2008-05-17T12:28:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/5 ~ 1/80th ~ 41mm

Have a Seat!

2008-05-11T23:37:00.001-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/80th ~ 135mm

D.C. Tulips (2)

2008-05-01T23:39:00.003-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/320 ~ 135mm

A Mother's Love...

2008-04-30T23:32:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/100th ~ 135mm

Resting Quietly...

2008-04-29T22:42:00.005-04:00

ISO 1600 ~ f/5.6 ~ 1/50th ~ 135mm

Welcome!

2008-04-28T21:46:00.002-04:00

Some good news :)

Cool Springs (2)

2008-04-27T15:52:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/29 ~ 1.3 secs ~ 56mm

Cool Springs

2008-04-26T22:12:00.003-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/29 ~ 1/2 sec ~ 70mm

D.C. Tulips

2008-04-24T21:47:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/250th ~ 135mm

Capital Dome

2008-04-23T23:24:00.002-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/10 ~ 1/250 ~ 44mm

Hidden Talent...

2008-04-23T22:34:00.007-04:00

And Now You're Famous!

My Soul Longeth...For the Living God

2008-04-16T23:26:00.000-04:00

Budding Life...

2008-04-11T17:39:00.006-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/10 ~ 1/400th ~ 135mm

Main Street ~ Madison, North Carolina

Tulips in Madison, NC

2008-04-08T23:56:00.003-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/250th ~ 135mm

Main Street ~ Madison, North Carolina

Under the Picket Fence

2008-04-05T21:14:00.005-04:00

ISO 800 ~ f/6.3 ~ 1/160th ~ 135mm

Main Street ~ Mocksville, North Carolina

“Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him...” Psalms 37:7

Cuckoo

2008-03-30T17:52:00.004-04:00

There's a sad sort of clanging
From the clock in the hall
And the bells in the steeple too,
And up in the nurs'ry an absurd little bird
Is popping out to say "cuckoo".

Regretfully they tell us,
But firmly they compel us
To say goodby to you.

So long, farewell, Auf wiedersehen, good night,
I hate to go and leave this pretty sight.
So long, farewell, Auf wiedersehen, adieu,
Adieu, adieu, to yieu and yieu and yieu.

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Thanks for the fun photo shoot!

Sunrise

2008-03-21T00:36:00.001-04:00

ISO 100 ~ f/8 ~ 1/100 ~ 135mm