Exploring Austin – July Personal Project

We’ve been in the Austin area for a little over a month, and it still feels as if we’re visiting.  When we moved to Phoenix, I had the same feeling.  I’m not sure when the feeling dissipated.  It’s hard to describe.  You get up every day and perform daily routines, but it feels surreal.

I decided to take the summer off for my business.  I wanted to become more acquainted with our new home.  It’s also my plan to ensure that all of my contracts are in order, and that I establish my business the correct way.  I also need to learn about locations for sessions.

Since moving here, I’ve been on a quest to find water. During some of our car trips around the area, I would see water, but never figure out how to get to it. Well, that changed on Saturday.  drove down a portion of the Chisolm Trail, and saw water!  If you aren’t sure of the history, you should google it.   I pulled into a small parking lot, and got out to walk around.  I was treated with a lovely little dam in a beautiful area.  I could envision sessions in this area, and it isn’t too far away from where we live.  I couldn’t explore too much because I was wearing sandals and a dress.  I did manage to snap a couple of frames with my camera.

On Sunday, my husband and I ventured further into Austin.  First, we went to the Sekrit Theater.  I was a little surprised that it was in a neighborhood. We couldn’t go in because it’s by appointment only.  It’s definitely a location that I want to shoot.  I have a self-portrait in mind once I receive a dress that I ordered.

After leaving the Sekrit Theater, we traveled to another location called Bull Creek Park.  It was amazing!  However, parking was difficult.  It was a beautiful day, and people were enjoying the water.  We couldn’t get as close as I would have liked, but we still managed to explore a small area.  I could definitely see myself returning to this area.

 This won’t be the last time that we go out exploring.  Lord willing, we’ll have another excursion in the next two weeks.