The most wonderful time of the year … for me

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Sweeney Photography

Share Random Photos Wednesday

Festival season officially began for me last night with the kickoff meeting of the Summerfest Street Team. Anyone that knows me knows that I have a love of music that is somewhat … passionate. And my love of the World’s Largest Music Festival is a part of what keeps me going through the long, cold winter here in Wisconsin.

I’ve been part of the Summerfest Street Team for several years – a team leader for the last two. I’ve had such a blast getting to know the people that organize the festival and the fans that love it. I can’t imagine not being a part of it. Why do I love it so much? There are many reasons – the music, the food, the people I meet. The diversity of all of those things. There truly is something for everyone at Summerfest.

If you want to know more about the festival go to summerfest.com and follow me on Facebook and Twitter (links below). I will post updates, photos and let you all know where the Street Team will be so you come by and say Hi! We always have some free tickets to give away. Plus, this year we are hoping to have some events here in Madison. Woohoo!

I’ll be sharing photos I’ve taken over the years on Wednesdays from here on. Let me know if you recognize anyone on stage or off.

Kids and Families in Madison WI

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Sweeney Photography

Monday is: share kids and family portraits day.

I really enjoyed spending a couple of hours with this cool little family unit. It was a very laid back, go with the flow kind of session – as you can see by the photos. This was one of those “ah ha” moments (as a photographer) that helped me see family portraits should be less about “posing” and more about laughing. I realize that in a few areas there is some blurriness due to motion but I accept that. These photos tell me the story of this family – the fun, the spontaneity and the love.

What’s so special about senior portraits in Madison WI?

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Sweeney Photography

Thursdays are for sharing senior portraits.

One of the things that I really enjoy when taking senior portraits is when they bring along a younger sibling for a few photos. Coming from a family with six kids I know how special the bond is between siblings. A couple of years ago I had a big sister ask for a few photos with her younger brother. Now this was pretty sweet all by itself but her younger brother was probably one of the most adorable little brothers ever. He happily jumped in and did every thing we asked him to do. And when I say jumped in – he really did. No worries about the cell phone still in his pocket ….

This past summer I was asked to share the senior portrait experience with him. Still sweet. Still adorable.

Thank you Katie and Danny!!

Photographer in Madison WI shares …

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Sweeney Photography

Tuesday: Share Art Photographs or Business Portraits

On this Tuesday I will be sharing a couple of my art pieces. One is a few years old and one was is a newborn. However, both started out as photographs or in the case of the Cog – three. They were hiding but through many layers, filters, brushes and more – they surfaced.

I have my first official art installation going up in Madison next month. I’m kind of nervous but trying to enjoy this step in my career. If you want to see more of my artwork please click on the tab above.