LOVE /  by Jessica Peterson





The other evening I said with all sincerity to Claire that I was done being a photographer. She said what else do you want to do, all these things came to mind and the list is a long one. Why did God make our lives so short when there are so many amazing things to be doing with ones life?
Well, I fell in love once again with the art (yes, I said art) of photography. These images above are unfortunately not mine but they are beautiful and inspiring, quiet and deep, alive and still.
I am happy to say that I have been offered an amazing opportunity to work with a fresh company and I am excited to create.

PS Maxie is doing well, he shook a bit last night but has been fine since then. Thanks for the love and concern.. I really appreciate it.

Jess

maX-RAY /  by Jessica Peterson



Last night around 1 in the morning I was sitting half asleep infront of the TV when all of a sudden Max's head starts to tremble violently, at first I thought it was a bizarre yawn but when jerking didn't stop my heart stopped and I began to panic. I just broke into tears, sobbing and scared I imagined that this friendship may be a temporary one. I swear I was living one of those nightmares when you try to call for help but you have no voice to shout with or the phone in your hands wont dial the right numbers... I called nearby friends for some sort of reassurance and so I wouldn't have to panic by myself. No one answered. I then tried to google a 24 hour vet care but the internet wouldn't work and when it did the search kept guiding me in circles. After 20 mins of attempting composure we got into the car and drove to the 24 hour care. when we finally got to the clinic Max was back to normal. We sat in the entrance for a while then decided it would be better for my wallet to wait until the morning since he seemed fine, maybe he would be better by then.
We drove home, settled down and then the shaking started back up again. I just held him while he shook until he fell asleep, then I slept. I woke up to a the trembling and the chattering of teeth in the morning so I brought him in again. Max had some x-rays done to see if this was caused from the sewing pins he munched on last sunday evening.nothing. The doc hadn't seen the tremble so I showed him video of it, he then said it seems to be neurological and he would have to do some research before he knew what to do.

Max is next to me asleep now. I have seen him tremble a few times tonight. I am hoping it will go away.

Does anyone know what this could be?

ASHDON /  by Jessica Peterson

This is baby Ashdon.

My beautiful friend Ashley gave birth to her son Ashdon earlier this week. So beautiful, maybe even perfect.

I swear it was only yesterday we were scabbed kneed kids collecting quarters to buy candy @ Wills Pit Stop and asking our moms if we could have a have each other over for dinner. I know I say this all the time but I am so happy you are still in my life. I am so proud of you Ash, you are going to be an incredible, loving, devoted mother. Hopefully I will have a kid before yours goes to college so they can hang out.











/  by Jessica Peterson

I helped a good friend of mine with a iconic object project. Radio Flyer. It was a lot of running around but it was fun.



And

Why not take advantage a little bit?






/  by Jessica Peterson

Monday

was amazing because:
I woke up in the presence of two of things that make me the happiest and then met with some friends for lunch. It's nice to have genuine girlfriends to talk with. Emily from my old RB job and Elna is a longtime family friend. 











And of course, cupcakes for the kiddos and especially this big one. Yummy Cupcakes in Burbank is pretty awesome. 



Kelly and I walked Melrose looking at cloths and people. We stopped by Marc's office which is pretty much my dream office, a creative and friendly environment that encourages employes to bring their doggies. 

Below is a dog that was abandoned around the corner from the office, some lady had a litter of puppies and was tossing them around town like trash.  This little one was thrown over a fence into an alley. Some people are crazy. 

Marc and Kelly








Doggie taking a little pee

We met up with Sabine and spent the afternoon drinking tea and talking about school, where we have been and where we are going (circles mostly). Not many people know what my school experience was like, it's really nice to be able to talk with these two about it.I feel like it was all some sort of bizarre dream until I am with these two and the world that has been shut away for so long becomes alive again. 



I didn't know Kelly was doing this until later.  Thanks, I love you too.





The rest of the evening was great.  I had dinner with an old friend. He is one of those people who you walk away from with a good feeling in your heart because of their warmth. Once again good company.  I wish there were more people around like him. 

Nick and I went to the Magic Castle late that night.  Unfortunately the only dress I have with me at the moment is a frumpy, wrinkled purple dress that belongs on a doll rather than a grown woman.  I needed something a little more "sophisticated" and was forced to turn to my sis-in-law for help.  To give you an idea or our differences in size, I am 5'5 and a nice, healthy number of pounds, Hillary is 5'0 and at least half my weight.  Needless to say the onl thing that would fit over my fleshy body wad one of her matternity dresses.  Good thing Hill has good style cause the dress was hot and it looked pretty good on me. The magic was amazing and the atmosphere was priceless. 

I was supposed to go home today but I am awesome and left the lights on in my brothers car while visiting Art Center.  The car was deadt, time was short and I had to say good-bye to my flight. I now fly back to UT tomorrow.  I don't know how I am feeling about it. Good I guess. 


/  by Jessica Peterson













Here are a few images from Last nights wedding.  Hansen and Ami Smith.  It's nice to have a bride and groom as relaxed and carefree as these two.  It was fun to photograph them and I was happy to be able to witness such a beautiful evening. 

This week: Los Angeles /  by Jessica Peterson


Friday I flew to Los Angeles to photograph a wedding.  I have found that Southern CA has become a magic place to me once again.  The time away from it has made me see it with fresher eyes. 

Staying at my brothers house.  I have been sleeping on the top bunk in the kids room.  The first morning being here woke up to Oliver reading a book in a quiet whisper then I fell back asleep.  Awhile later I here him say to Abby while she was still asleep in her crib, "Abby, do you see Jessica?  I love her so much."  After he said that I had to get up and hang out with the kids.  I took some photos of them that morning while we played hungry hippo and blocks.  I saw the book on the floor that Oliver had been reading and I asked Oliver to read it to me, he said "but Jessica, I already read it to you while you were sleeping." 
I thought that was beautiful.  











Oliver with Panda, my dad brought this to the hospital the day Oliver was born and he has been in love with it since.







Armory Show /  by Jessica Peterson

Jendar and I being art



I really want to blog right now about my day but I can't, we are watching a movie and the light from the computer is distracting.  So I will fill in the details of the Armory Show later.  Jendar and I went this afternoon.  It was amazing to say the least, so many artist so many wonderful pieces and so many not so great pieces.  It was inspiring and refreshing.  
So below are just a few of my favorite pieces I saw. I will get names later.  















I wouldn't be opposed to going to grad school.

If you are in NY right now I think it would be a good idea to go, although it's lamely expensive. 

See ya.

/  by Jessica Peterson

Why is it that most people buy jeans with holes and fake dirt already included but it would be socially unacceptable for me to wear my favorite t-shirt because it has some holes in it?

The only reason I ask is because the shirt I am wearing has holes, it's my favorite, it's 3 years old so I know I can't buy another one.  Moments ago I i cut my finger and got some red on it.  I sat looking at the shirt trying to decide if it is done with or if I could pull it off like the Olsen twins do.  

This Morning /  by Jessica Peterson


I wanted to photograph Hillary, something about redheads that I love, their coloring seems innocent for some reason.  Hillary is going to FIT to be a dresser for stores (I'm not sure what the real name for that occupation is).  Love hearing about unique jobs.

It's nice just to photograph someone, no meaning, no distinct concept to get through but to just shooting what is.






Thanks Hillary for letting me awkwardly come into your home and photograph you.