I had the awesome opportunity to photograph an american indian (washoe tribe) last week. my dear friend amber hobdy helped get the session set up and the weather was beautiful. lloyd is one of those rare spirits who says what’s on his mind and doesn’t apologize or brag or complain. he is completely genuine and is grateful for everything he has.

lloyd is a good friend of amber’s – like family – and he told her he wanted some pictures with some of his special tribal pieces before he passed on to the spirit world. i was so excited when she told me! not the typical session for me but, i grew up with navajo indians all around me so the american indian has a special place in my heart. lloyd had so many stories to share and a few times i caught myself just listening and the pictures paused for a minute or two.

the next morning lloyd had a heart attack. he is still with us and amber said his sense of humor wasn’t affected and he is still just as stubborn as the day before. he is now a little more anxious to share the photographs with those who mean the most to him. i am grateful i was able to help make this happen for him. thank you amber for pulling it all together – i love you girl!