Wordless Wednesday: Louisville Photographer

Maker's Mark: Kentucky Bourbon Trail: Louisville Photographer

I am from and still live in Kentucky. Kentucky is known for many different things like the Kentucky Derby or basketball, but it is also know for its bourbon. There is a self guided "trail" called the Kentucky Bourbon trail that you can take. It guides you around to six different distilleries in our state. At the first distillery a passport is picked up and every distillery you visit there after a stamp is received. If you happen to get a full passport (which does not have to be completed in any particular amount of time) and you mail it in to the Kentucky Distillers Association, a complimentary T-shirt will be sent in return. You can check all of this out in more detail at www.kybourbontrail.com 
After living in Kentucky all of my life I had never been to any of the distilleries. On my spring break I decided to find the Maker's Mark distillery and grab some pictures. It was a beautiful day and I learned a slew of information on the free tour of the grounds (which included a free tasting). There was also an opportunity at the end of the tour, or in the gift shop to dip your own bottle of Maker's (or anything else they sell in the store, they dip everything). I highly recommend anyone who has any interest in this topic to head out and visit this facility. It really is a beautiful place. 

Wordless Wednesday : Louisville Pet Photographer

Ok, So I know I'm typing words, but there won't be very many. I have seen other people do "Wordless Wednesday" posts and I like it. So I have decided to adopt it. I hope you enjoy it! 

Elements of Spring : Louisville Photographer

I noticed the other day that I have a bird's nest right beside my garage. I've been telling myself for weeks that I need to get out there and snap a couple of pictures. Two years ago (I thought it was last year, but I guess that shows how observant I am) this nest was home to an adorable Robin family. 

They were so stinkin' cute....

...especially when they were hungry!

This year it is home to a dove (I think) and her babies. Well her babies aren't small, and this just cracks me up... she is still sitting on them, right on top of their heads.

I know its been a while since I've blogged, and I'm going to try and work on that. Sorry for being absent, I hope this makes up for it, just a little ;) 
HAPPY SPRING!! 

Sailboats! : Louisville Photographer

On Saturday I went down to see the regatta on the river at the Great Lawn. I have to admit I was highly disappointed when I got there because I was expecting to see bright and colorful sails on the sail boats. These people need some color in their life! Here are a few of my shots…. Enjoy!  :)

Drum Corps Int’l {Louisville Event Photographer}

This past Tuesday I had the opportunity to attend a Drum Corps International competition at Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium here in Louisville. Because of my “band geek” background, I was SUPER EXCITED about this opportunity! I was able to get a seat right on the 50 yard line (thank you Rob) where I enjoyed the wonderful show that these ultra-talented drum corps put on that night.  Here are a few shots I took during the show. 

 

   

Chihuly- Nashville, TN {Photographer}

I am so excited!! In Nashville at Cheekwood, there is a Dale Chihuly exhibit. I took an evening last week and trekked down there to get some pictures. I had no idea it was going to be so AMAZING!! I didn’t even get through the entire exhibit (which means there will be a return trip) All of this beautiful work will be on display until October 31st. I highly suggest a road trip. On Thursday and Friday nights they light it all up and it is stunning!! Check out the website for more information, you will not be disappointed. 

Here are a few of my shots from the display… I’m sure you will see more of these in the future, ya know, after my second trip down. :)   

Memorial Day: Louisville Event Photographer

Today here in Louisville the Flags for Veterans group set up a display on the Great Lawn in Waterfront Park. I had the opportunity to head downtown and document this touching sight.

 

And here is one last set of pictures… as we were walking back to our cars I saw this bike and I loved it!!

 

Rebecca

Backyard Exploring : Louisville Photographer

Ever since we moved into this house, the backyard has blossomed with new flowers every year. This year it was this beautiful azalea bush. It, like all the other bushes, has always been there, it just decided to bloom randomly.  I’m not complaining at all though, because the blooms were BEAUTIFUL!  Here is my new, (old), surprising little bush… I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. 

Derby Festivities : Balloon Glimmer – Louisville Photographer

Every year before The Great Balloon Race they have two nights of showing off the balloons up close and personal. It’s a huge family event and a lot of fun. If ever you get a chance to go… GO! It’s Awesome!                                   

Churchill Downs Backside – Louisville Photographer

We took another trip to the backside of Churchill Downs the other day. It’s starting to get pretty crazy back there this close to Derby time. It was really buzzing with excitement. Here are a few of the shots. As you can tell the weather was a little less than perfect.

(Above) This is a picture of D. Wayne Lucas. He is a very prominent owner in the horse industry.