End of the year thoughts

As 2009 draws to a close I am left to do what most do in this time. I reflect on the past year. This year was a huge change for me, as it was the year I became a father. I had many triumphs and disappointments. I was tested on a few occasions on my dedication, and for a time I seriously considered if I had made the right career path in becoming a photographer. I questioned myself and the decisions I made, and I came to one conclusion: I am on the path I should be. This year was hard for me on many levels, but its true what they say that whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger. I have learned valuable lessons, and I am a better businessman because of it. I want to thank all my loyal clients for their love and support and gratitude over the year. It always makes me feel good to know that I have done a good job, because that is what I care about. I will always remember 2009 as a year of many firsts for me and many new lessons. Above all else...it has prepared me for 2010. I wish everyone a happy new year, and thank you so much for making Tripp ARTS what it is today.

Sincerely,
Christopher Tripp
Tripp ARTS

MORE ABBIE!!!

Took some pics of Abbie today. I have been taking pictures of her since the day she was born...literally. She is already 7 months. Though I can't believe Charlie is 6 months. These babies are growing fast!

more Daniel and Karoline

Daniel and Karoline

Here are a few shots from a couple of weeks ago. We all went out to Garvin Gardens to shoot these. These two are good friends of mine, and I had the most fun I have had on a shoot in a long long long while. Enjoy!

Website DOWN!

As many of you might have noticed my website is down.  I also cannot receive emails at the moment.  Hopefully it will all be back up very soon!!

Amanda and Nicholas

Just a brief look at an engagement session I just did.  We went to downtown LR and had a great time.  These two were real sports when it came to the heat.

Lauren and Chris's Wedding

Just thought I would post a sample of a recent wedding I did.  More to come this week.  Stay tuned!

Megan and James!!!

A few shots from the engagement session I had yesterday with Megan and James.  They were great to work with, and they were awesome to deal with the rather warm weather we had yesterday.  Hence why we ended the session with a jump in the fountain.:)

My almost brush with fame

I had to share this with everyone.  It was too painful not too.  So here is the story.  Last summer I am booking weddings and such when I get a call from a bride.  She tells me her name is Katie O'Connell and she is getting married in September and wonders if I am available.  At the time I was.  However, this was all on a voicemail.  So I called her back and left her a message.  She calls me back and leaves me a message.  Basically we play phone tag until finally I never hear from her again.  It happens.  Oh well!   Now lets cut to present time!!!

I am sitting in the hospital during Charlie's stay due to his viral infection.  I am reading more stuff about Kris Allen since he has just won American Idol.  In a magazine I see an article about him with a collage of different pictures including his wedding announcement.  It was one of those 'Save the Dates'.  I then see his wife's name...Katie O'Connell.  Wait...what?  Katie O'Connell?  KATIE O'CONNELL?????!!!!!..........................At this point I can't remember much because it feels like someone just clobbered me in the face.  Yep!  That's right folks.  I possibly could have done Kris Allen's wedding.  My pictures would be up everywhere and it just might have been the boost I needed to put my business on the map.  But NOPE!!!  Not me!!  I found out they went with Carper Creative, who are extremely talented people themselves and much more established, so I can't be mad at that.  I guess its just one of those things that happens.  Kris if you ever read this....could you please come to visit me at my home and let me do some awesome fun head shots of you for free!  Not like you would need them free...but PLLLEEAAASSEEEE!!!  I voted for you!;)  Oh well, I still can't complain.  I have a beautiful new son, and a wonderful wife.  Still, my almost brush with fame......maybe next time eh?

My SON!!!!

With joy and love it is my honor to introduce to my blogging community my son, Charles Edward Tripp.  He was born May 18th, 2009 at 12:56pm.  He weighed 7lbs 8oz.

Some Maternity Pictures

A few shots from Carrie and Lucas's Wedding

Something for Charlie's Room

Made this for him today.  Tell me what you all think.

Who you gonna call?

A Teaser of Lakeasha and Eric's Wedding

Here are a couple of pictures from Eric and Keasha's wedding.:)

Beautiful Mother

Did some photos of my best friend Heather and her husband. Heather and I have been friends for ten years and her daughter is their first child. I also couldn't resist taking a picture of her and my wife. I figured these two kids are going to grow up with each other. Might as well have a picture of when they first met.:)

Beautiful People and Beautiful Day