Reflexions by Rachel

10/09/2019

Catie + Bronson,

Congratulations!

Thank you for letting me be present on this special day. I'm so happy for you. My favorite thing about these photos is the joy I see on your faces...the way you both look at each other. It says everything.

Bronson--I'll always see you as my brother who I played video games with and loved riding bikes with in the woods. But I also see you as an incredible man who is in his own league. You deserve nothing but the very best.

Catie--Welcome to the family! I look forward to creating memories with you. Thank you for loving and supporting my brother the way you do.

It's happening! I love you.

-Rachel

12/13/2016

A handful of shots from my session with fitness model Kerry Vega in San Antonio, for fearlessfitapparel.com.

All photos connected to a business are an extension of that brand and its image. Sales can be driven up, and it's largely due to the representation. It's also about being real--showing the "everyday" woman (or man) in the images. Aren't we all everyday women and men at the end of the day? That's why I suggested we do something a little different...like taking her shoes off and being relaxed in a hoodie. Or genuinely laughing and not forcing a smile because she's supposed to. This is what it looks like after getting home from the gym...feeling accomplished, bare feet supporting a tired yet energized body, hair isn't perfect. But that's pretty dang perfect to me. :)

11/16/2016

You know the kind of love you can feel when you just see a couple? As you simply watch them interacting? That's exactly what it is with these two. When I shot them last year, it was the same way. But this time around, it was even deeper.

You two are so fun and carefree with each other. Kalina, I see the way you adore Dylan and can't get enough of him. And Dylan, I see the way you cherish Kalina and look out for her.

Thank you for letting me photograph you, and your love, once again.

09/28/2016

Christopher,

Alive Day : 5 years

It's been 5 years since that day shook your life up and catapulted you in a new direction. We're all grateful to know you and have you in our lives. I know you'll have the same impact on those who are yet to enter your life.

You are blessed. You are titanium.

Thank you for sharing your story with me, and allowing me to pass it on as encouragement for others.

"September 28, 2011

Survivor
It happened so fast and it’s hard to remember
I think I’m blind but it’s just dirt covering my glasses
I was helping someone, doing my job
Now I was in need of rescuing
My arm isn’t working but still I try
And little did I know
The heat had warped my gun
But I made it…
I carry my comrades daily."

A brief description and all images can be seen here:
https://reflexionsbyrachel.com/2016/02/29/lens-culture-competition/

9.15.15 :: Thoughts :: I decided to submit a photo series for LensCulture Portrait Awards 2015. Based on the description for the category, I knew what I wanted to do. “Often we think of por…

09/24/2016

Flashback to that drive into Colorado Springs from Dallas to shoot the PX3 Patriots game. I've never seen distinct sections of rain like that just pouring from the clouds. It was gorgeous.

09/15/2016

The official blog post from the Colorado Springs PX3 event is up! Please feel free to pull, save, and share images. :)

The PX3 Patriots All Veteran Celebrity Softball Team took the field with the Danny Dietz Frogmen Celebrity Team On August 20, 2016, at Sky Sox Stadium in Colorado Springs. This was the second game in our National Series. At first, I was going to talk about the details behind every event; every photo. But then I sat still…

I was going to focus on the details of these individuals. But as I was sitting at my desk editing these images, it really hit me : there’s more to this event than these photos. It’s the moments the public can’t see–the candid moments that weren’t recorded. It’s the intimate conversations and heart-to-hearts around a table in the hotel lobby at 12AM, picking at calamari and Jerk chicken. It’s the one-on-one exchanges at the shooting range about life, depth, and purpose. It’s the culmination of these moments that make up the entire weekend. It is so much more than a photo-op or publicity. What this comes down to is who we are–it’s our accomplishments and what we’ve conquered. But it is also who we are behind the titles. Whether we’re veterans, former athletes, actors, stay-at-home moms, or entrepreneurs…we were all leveled on August 20th. I hope you can sit in silence and feel you took something away from the weekend beyond an awesome softball game and playful rivaly. It is my hope that you can say you made a deeper connection with at least one individual from a different walk of life…that you observed something new. Something meaningful.

Every artist has their own perspective and a unique approach when it comes to their craft. For me, it’s all about the bigger picture. An aerial perspective. As Dave Bray sang the National Anthem, I lowered my camera. I listened to the words, and I scanned. I observed the field and I saw each of you. I saw your uniqueness as individuals. I saw what you value and I saw what captures your attention. I recognized who you looked at, and how you saw them. I wanted to see people from your perspectives, alongside my own. I hope that is felt as you go through these images. A side-by-side of lives…a different way of viewing the same situation…all from various angles. It was a genuine pleasure to get to know you, and to witness you.

https://reflexionsbyrachel.com/2016/09/14/px3-danny-dietz-frogmen-celebrity-team-2016/



Tim Klund Bobby Henline Jeff Gallemore Cindy Dietz-Marsh Eric Morante Chad Agustin Marieo Foster Clifford Davis Dustin Finkelson Kelly Askew Brad Layzell Patricia Geensburg Justin Feagin Jenna Bridgewater R.W. Lung Tera Necole Lung Jennifer Foster Scott Klinger Shilo Harris Raul E. Andino Alex Bitz Dave Bray Heagan Bass Tex Mcdorman K Michael Mauch Derek Bass Erik Shaw Don U-Turn Marsh Tiffany Bitz Jamie PK Kyle Burns Colin Jandt John "TIG" Tiegen

8.20.16 :: Colorado Springs, CO :: The PX3 Patriots All Veteran Celebrity Softball Team took the field with the Danny Dietz Frogmen Celebrity Team On August 20, 2016, at Sky Sox Stadium in Colorado…

08/27/2016

The PX3 Patriots took the field with the Danny Dietz Frogmen last Saturday in Colorado Springs. This was the second game in our National Series. At first, I was going to talk about the details behind every event; every photo. But then I sat still...

I was going to focus on the details of these individuals--and that time will come. But as I was sitting at my desk editing these images (and there's many more to come!), it really hit me : there's more to this event than these photos. It's the moments the public can't see--the candid moments that weren't recorded. It's the intimate conversations and heart-to-hearts around a table in the hotel lobby at 12AM, picking at calamari and Jerk chicken. It's the one-on-one exchanges at the shooting range about life, depth, and purpose. It's the culmination of these moments that make up the entire weekend. It is so much more than a photo-op or publicity. What this comes down to is who we are--it's our accomplishments and what we've conquered. But it is also who we are behind the titles. Whether we're veterans, former athletes, actors, stay-at-home moms, or entrepreneurs...we were all leveled on August 20th. I hope you can sit in silence and feel you took something away from the weekend beyond an awesome softball game and playful rivaly. It is my hope that you can say you made a deeper connection with at least one individual from a different walk of life...that you observed something new. Something meaningful.

-R

Tim Klund Brad Layzell Kelly Askew Tex Mcdorman Tom Mackie Shilo Harris Bobby Henline Scott Klinger Kyle Mauch Tiffany Bitz Eric Morante Dustin Finkelson Ryan Weaver John Tiegen John "TIG" Tiegen Antwon Burton Evan Oglesby

07/14/2016

"Once in a while, right in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairytale." Kameron McNutt Ava's Bridal Couture

07/06/2016

As American Airlines Sky Ball XIV approaches, in support of the Airpower Foundation, Bobby Hawk and friends from Hogbirds Aviation brought their helicopters to the Hangar to look at locations for them to be on static display during Sky Ball. They treated several of the mechanics, who work at the Hangar, to rides around the airport, and over the south side of DFW. As Bob Vincent said, a massive thank you to Bobby and Hogbirds Aviation, and to the men and women of Hangar #5 who make Sky Ball possible with their facility, and all the work they do to close it for a week to support the event! Bob and I were also fortunate enough to take a ride in the Huey...such an awesome afternoon!

07/01/2016

You stood beside each other during the unfolding of your love story, despite multiple deployments and distance–something many would view as a reason to give up. But you made it through the storm, and now you have the rest of your lives to stand beside one another as husband and wife.

-R

https://reflexionsbyrachel.com/2016/04/05/engaged-steve-tiffany/

4.4.16 Steve + Tiffany, Thank you for trusting me to catalog your engagement. The day spent with you two was an absolute blast…from grabbing coffee before we got started, to accidentally cra…

04/07/2016

Henline, I know your Alive Day is a heavy day for many reasons. So on this day, nine years later, I hope you feel clarity, purpose, and hope. [4.7.07]

http://reflexionsbyrachel.com/2016/02/26/teal-star-bobby/

10.27.14 Henline, When I first met you, you shared an idea you’ve had for some time.  You wanted to portray the internal battle you go through, and many others, while dealing with PTSD.  I st…

03/24/2016

* Sneak Peek *

Steve + Tiffany will be saying their vows on August 27, 2016!