French toast cravin' on a Sunday morning | huntsville, al photographer

This was all prompted when I watched a late night Saturday episode of Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives with Guy Fieri. I had an instant craving that needed to be fixed!

As some of you know I have quite the list of food allergies, so I'm constantly modifying recipes.. it's always a moment of surprise when I have that first bite if it's good or not! It's basically an experiment every time!

Well.. The french toast was a success! Such a success I had to share :)

I went the classic french toast route, modifying this recipe: http://glutenfreecooking.about.com/od/breakfast/r/gffrenchtoast.htm BUT I also had to share this fun list: http://blog.glutenfreeda.com/2011/10/best-ever-gluten-free-french-toast-recipes/


P.S. If you're ever in Arlington, VA visit Metro 29 Diner for breakfast! :)

25 | huntsville, al photographer

Yesterday I celebrated my 25th birthday :) And by passed a quarterlife crisis! I've been so busy lately with sessions and catching up on editing that I haven't stopped to take a step back. Yesterday, I made sure to take that step back. Right around this time last year, my new venture was just beginning. I had no idea what was to come, but I was excited. This past year has been a whirlwind and I have enjoyed every minute. Huge thanks to my family, friends and clients for supporting me a long the way! You have no idea how thankful I am and how much it means! Cheers to another great year!



Thanks Alex for surprising me with my first ever Gigi's cupcake! It made for a perfect ending to my day :)

HAPPY FALL!

Couldn't resist sharing this one of my niece Avery in her new pumpkin jammies!

AVERY, 3 months | huntsville, al photographer

She's back, by popular demand! That's right, my niece. At one point she was all over this blog. She was welcomed into this world with a post, she won you over with her many adorable faces, you sat in on her first meeting with her "brother" Charlie and you got a glimpse of her first week of life! I adore this little girl! She has added so much light to our family. I can't believe she'll be 5 months this week!!! Below are a few of my favorites from when I visited her at 3 months.. I snuck in the random Avery's 1st day at the beach! I couldn't get over how cute her ladybug bathing suit was!! Be sure to play the video at the end.. good ole peek-a-boo with Auntie! :)



We dressed her up in hats and bows...

Avery's first trip to the Beach!



Doug had to grab a quick pic on his phone!

She fell asleep on us!


Good ole peek-a-boo with Auntie!

Miss Avery and Peek-a-boo! from Lauren Tomasella on Vimeo.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALEX! | huntsville, al photographer

Happy Birthday to my better half. I took this picture of Alex while we were in Seattle on the Safeco Field Tour. He is a sports lover. Ask him any question related to sports and he'll give you the answer plus a fun fact and throw in an anecdote. This is just one of the many reasons why I adore him so much. Visiting ballpark stadiums has been a hobby for him since he was little. When he goes, it's like a kid in a candy store.

SEATTLE | huntsville, al photographer

Travel. Besides photography, it's one of my most favorite things to do. I love seeing new places. And I love documenting the experience. When my college housemate Meg moved out to Seattle after graduating, I put it on my list of places to visit. Out of all the places I've been, I have never been out West. I found out I'm in love. The landscape is breathtaking. The air is fresh. Wherever you look, it's like you're looking at a postcard. I have to go back. Meg made sure our 3.5 days spent there were jammed packed with mountain climbing, site seeing, wine tasting, sushi, a stadium tour and ball game. The weekend called for rain, but we lucked out for the most part! Below are my favorites from our trip. Thank you Meg and Ben for being such wonderful hosts!




































Kerry Park offers one of the most SPECTACULAR views of the city. Unfortunately, it was down pouring when we went. So now you have to imagine a clear blue sky and Mt. Rainier in the background :)


















She's a beauty, but this was the only time we saw her.. on the way to the airport on the last day!