Two weeks ago I had the opportunity to go to Charlotte Secondary School for a book signing at their book fair to talk to each grade level, 6-8. I talked about my book and about how they can follow their passion. I wanted them to know that they can do anything they put their minds to! That careers can be born out of hobbies and they can wake up each morning super excited about their jobs!

The last hour of the school day, I took 14 students outside for a photography lesson. Each child had the opportunity to write why they wanted to be chosen and me and a panel of teachers chose the students based on their reasons. One was chosen because he wanted to learn my mistakes, I thought that was a very forward thinking and thoughtful answer.

We took a dog, Lexi, outside and I showed them how to make creative portraits using different angles and lighting conditions. Here are a few images from our shoot.