And you thought I wasn't outdoorsy...

Okay, so if you are a frequent visitor of my blog (or if you know me) you are very aware that I don't often shoot nature or landscapes: I'm simply not outdoorsy enough. Well, a few weeks ago I decided to go a liiiiiittle crazy and go off roading with some friends up in the mountains. It was on a beautiful stormy Utah day and we were literally driving in the CLOUDS. It was one of the most unique experiences of my life. Oh, and the view wasn't too bad either :) The clouds eventually got too thick for photographs as we got higher, but in the end I got what I wanted: fall colors.

Who Let the Animals Out?

Over Memorial Day weekend I went to North Carolina with my family and visited the coolest place EVER known as Lazy 5 Ranch. It's basically a drive thru zoo where you get to feed and pet exotic animals (and take cool pics of them if you're willing to break the rules and get out of the car...)

We saw the biggest black snake I have ever encountered, almost got run over by a heard of LARGE horned bulls, and had a Zebra steal our bucket. It was a blast! If you are ever in North Carolina you have got to check this place out. My advice? Hold on to your bucket and avoid the emus. They're scary.

This guy got pretty angry at another llama we tried to feed and spit at him, it was hilarious! And a little frightening...

All the baby billy goats were running around and making the cutest noises. I want one. 

Laziest kangaroo I have ever seen. He slept sprawled out and just scratched his balls. 

Look at those adorable spots!

My parents weren't too happy when I got out of the car to get close enough to shoot this guy! I had a fixed lens on so I had to get close! 

Don't you just wanna snuggle with her?

Devils. Do not roll your window down. Do not feed them. 

All about Momma!

I OF COURSE need to give a shout out to my beautiful mother today! Not only has she been an amazing example to me of unconditional love, service, patience, and kindness, but she also has always encouraged me to chase my dreams. She is my constant support for my photography and is always pushing me or helping in any way she can. Whether it's bringing home fun props and vintage clothes for me to play with in a shoot, or just telling me how proud she is of me, Jill Rinner is the best mom I could've asked for! Love you Mom.

A Little Christmas Cheer

This holiday season was so fun! Other than stuffing myself at our annual cookie exchange, and trying to force Otis into the winter coat I made him last Christmas, I found time to snag a few photos of my mom's decorations! Homemade stockings, over 20 trees: there's no place like home.

There's nothing I love more

Summer days

Happy Belated Birthday America

There's nothing like celebrating the 4th of July with great friends, delicious food, and funny pets!

Colorful Continuation

Here are the rest of the pics! :)