It's amazing how time flies so fast. It was only a few years ago I graduated from the University of West Florida to earn my Bachelors Degree in Arts-- Studio Arts. However, that's not where we learn how to live life. We do when we communicate, interact, and socialize with the outside world. In a week, I will be turning a year older. Birthdays always lead me to contemplating about my life. Doesn't it do that for you? I'm sure after finishing an education, we all come to an analysis of our lives...how far we've gone, and how much we have accomplished. Are we in the place we'd hope we'd be in 10 years ago?

       As far as my life (and the few years in comparison to the wise), I don't think it can get any better. We always strive hard to improve, to become the best, and to earn more riches. I'm not saying that that is bad. I admire those who have motivation, integrity, and a goal set out, but I am so happy with where I am at today. I have a loving husband (of 5 months today), good friends, and a caring family. Most of all, I have faith and God that has been with me throughout these years. I am thankful for all of this and more. I believe it is important for us to look at the good in life and focus on that. Otherwise, how else would we develop as an individual?

   With this, I decide to capture life. It adds a sense of fulfillment and joy to have a purpose in life. I've been so blessed to have captured people's joining in marriage, moments of engagement, and the creation of life. What more can you ask for? Business can be tough-- particularly editing which takes about 90% of my work flow...but I'll always love capturing YOU at this time. Clicking the shutter on the camera (in addition to analyzing the appropriate settings of that DSLR) is my favorite moment.

Here are a few photos captured not too long ago. Enjoy! :)

So excited to have a place--a place I particularly picked for the daylight it provided for a soft, dreamy boudoir or glamour shoot. Want one? Currently running a special on the first few ladies to take advantage of this opportunity...don't wait now..love the way you ARE today.

Details can be found on www.angelitaballada.com

Thank you to Angela Armstrong with BeautyPerkBotique Makeup for making Rose and Lindsay up. Thank you Lindsay and Rose for featuring this gallary!

First, photo of the make up artist:

...and then the girls (by the way, you rockeD!!!)

I've been waiting to this session for several years. I've seen Gabrielle aka Gabby growing up to become a beautiful young woman...first in Virginia Beach, VA and now in Jacksonville, FL.  This is my first time shooting in downtown Jacksonville...glad I brought my hubby with me. Jacksonville is his hometown and where both our parents reside. We'll be back in May..and maybe even in April.  Enjoy!