Lexi: Senior Portraits

Hello all! Hope you're having a fantastic week. :) Today's post is about a lovely lady who is very special to me. Lexi and I met 5 years ago when I lived in Virginia and started writing letters to each other. After the first few letters I knew that Lexi was a strong Christian and really loved people. I was encouraged by her openness and humble spirit that was always seeking to glorify God. After writing to each other we got to spend more time together in person and with each other's families. Let me tell ya, visits with their family are just THE BEST! Mine and Lexi's relationship has grown into something much stronger than just friends. We are sisters in Christ and I love her (and her family) as my own family. I love how we can be completely honest with one another, build one another up in Christ, and especially pray for one another. It's been amazing to grow up with Lexi and I'm so excited for what God has in store for her in this new stage of life. It was such a pleasure to take your photos. Congratulations!! :D

So, I asked Lexi some questions to add to the photos so she could share a bit about herself. Enjoy!

What is your favorite hobby?

I love to write. I love to explore life and thought, to share knowledge and joy and worship through writing.

If you could be any fictional book character, who would you be? And why?

I would love to be Susan Pevensie (Chronicles of Narnia). Her older sister instincts, her intimate friendship with Aslan, her struggle with doubt and selfishness all appeal to my sympathy.

What is your ideal vacation getaway? 

Haystack Rock, Oregon in April, when hundreds of beautiful, blue velellas have washed up on the beach around the rocks.

Are you an early bird or a night owl?

I always love the night and occasionally love the morning.

What's been the coolest (or craziest!) thing about graduating?

When I finished high school, my first reaction was, "What? I'm done? I never thought I'd make it!" I'ts awesome to look back over the past four years and see how God has sustained me.

 Here's one of both of us. I had so much fun taking your portraits, Lex! :)

Thanks for visiting!

Emma Ayers Photography

Though It Be Homely

     You know when you walk into a place and your heart has a little *happy sigh* moment? Well, that's what my heart did when I spent five days in Blacksburg, VA with some dear friends at their cozy, perfectly decorated house. They are two Christian students who graciously opened their home up to me and my good friend Emily.

     Before moving to West Virginia, I lived in VA and still enjoy visiting the dear friends I have there. While staying at this lovely house, we cooked yummy meals, did each other's hair, drank coffee, took walks to the park down the street, went swinging at the playground (haven't done that in forever!) and had encouraging, Christ-filled conversations.

   
When I travel I normally always bring my camera, but I don't jump on every opportunity to use it. I want to be a thoughtful photographer when doing lifestyle shots, which is my passion. I'm not always a "jump up and photograph that" kind of person. I guess I like to wait for inspiration, ya know? After about three days of being there I had begun to realize specific things I loved about this place. The way the light came in through the windows. The fresh flowers set in the window sills. The peaceful quiet when we were all just relaxing. And of course the wonderful collection of C.S. Lewis books. After I was able to enjoy it and know it I was able to capture exactly what I wanted.

I know talking about a house like this might sound silly and kind of like a Hallmark card (what can I say? I'm super sentimental sometimes!), but when you can be with people who's hearts are knit together in Christ and see their love of Him in their daily lives it sticks with you. It encourages me and inspires me to continue seeking Him and enjoying the little things we are so blessed with.

Huge thanks to our friends for hosting us and I look forward to seeing you all soon!

Thanks for visiting!

Emma Ayers Photography