Monthly Archives: May 2009

Paige | 2010 Senior

This week I met with Paige for the first half of her 2010 Senior Session.  Paige is another one of my fabulous senior models, so you’ll be seeing more of her in the fall, too.  We were lucky and had couldn’t-have-asked-for-better-weather-if-you-ordered-it-up-yourself weather.  You know the kind: warm, sunny, bright blue sky, perfect lighting.  I loved meeting Paige, she was so bubbly and friendly!  She’s active as a student ambassador and a cheerleader, and it made her such a natural to pose.  And she did a fabulous job putting together her outfits and accessories!  She asked me in advance if she could bring her boyfriend along for a few shots, to which I said of course!  He was a great sport and they are an adorable couple.

Enjoy your sneak peek!  I can’t wait to finish editing the rest of your images … I’ve got so many favorites already.

Doesn’t she have amazing eyes?!

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They did a great job coordinating their outfits.  And I LOVE their story … Brandon said they were friends for years before falling in love. :)

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I had to get a few more shots on the tracks when I saw how the light was hitting this spot.

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Stunning, isn’t she?!

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Oh to have had a style this put together in high school … sigh…

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The Chase Was On

This adorable little just-turned-two year old gave me a great chase when we met for his session.  He led me all over the park.  We chased the ducks, we ran down the brick paths, across the bright green grass (thank you, rain!), and even up the steps.  All that work was totally worth it.  This little guy was just about as sweet as they get.  While we there we grabbed some shots of his equally sweet and just as handsome big brother, as well as a few family shots.  Once again luck was with us and the rain held off until the very end.

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I worked hard for it, but I got some smiles!

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Little boys love the ducks. :)

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Big brother, Evan just lost his first tooth!

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Family tickles brought out the giggles!

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Erica | 2010 Senior

Monday afternoon Erica and I met for her 2010 Senior Session downtown.  Once again I was crossing my fingers on the weather, and while it didn’t rain it sure was difficult to find enough light towards the middle of our session.  When the landscape lighting came on I got a bit creative and used that to keep shooting a little longer.  Erica has one of the most natural smiles I’ve ever seen, and was a dream to work with.  She’s active in theater and it really shows in her poise and confidence!  I really enjoyed spending the afternoon scoping out locations with her.  You’ll be seeing more of Erica as she is one of my 2010 Senior Models and we’ll be doing the second half of her session in the fall.

If you’re interested in being a 2010 Senior Model, shoot me an email telling me about yourself.  Some of the perks include getting your session for free, a 5×5 book of your images, and the opportunity to earn a little money, too.  I’ve still got a few openings left for some of the local high schools.

Look for a brand spankin’ new seniors website soon!  I’ll be posting a screen shot soon so you can get a little preview.  And did you catch the new logo?

Doesn’t she have great style?!

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I’m loving the bright, funky top. :)

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F A B U L O U S shoes!

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Looking stunning in ice blue …

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Beautiful Mama and Her Boys

We watched the weather report, crossed our fingers, and hoped for the best.  We were in luck.  Saturday morning the rain held off long enough for me to get this fabulous family’s photo session done.  We got a few raindrops at the end, but we made it to back to our cards when it literally started to pour down raining.  How’s that for timing?!  What more could you ask for?  Besides this gorgeous mama and her sweet guys?  I can’t think of a thing.

I really enjoyed your family, Amy!!  And because its Mother’s Day, I just had to throw in a couple of extra shots for your sneak peek.  Enjoy!!

Jacob loved the pinwheels I brought along … and wouldn’t you know it, we had enough wind to make it spin!

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Did you notice the adorable shirts the boys are wearing?

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Nothing beats a laugh like that … pure joy.

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A little family togetherness and lovin’.

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Don’t these boys have the. most. stunning. blue. eyes. …  sigh…  one day soon the girls are gonna love these two.

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Guess who was fascinated by the ducks?  Guess who was a little blur of motion chasing them all around the park?!  :)

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Can it be any clearer how much this fabulous mama is adored?

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Mamas in May

The other day I was going through my own snapshots and photographs and came to a startling realization.  I’m not in them.  Seriously.  I have a very small number of photographs with my family that actually include me, the mama.  I have tons plenty of shots of both girls, and even a fair number of them with their dad.  But the ones with me in them are almost nonexistent very few and far between.  So I have resolved to step out from behind the camera a little more and be included in the memories instead of just capturing them.

Here’s your chance to do the same.  Don’t worry about the extra 10 lbs you think you need to lose.  Your kids already think you look great.  So for the month of May I’m introducing a brand new type of session.  These Mama Mini Sessions are designed to be quick and easy.  Just 30-45 minutes long, you get 7 proofs to choose from and a special print collection.

Mama Minis include:

  • 30-45 min.
  • for you and up to 3 kids
  • 7 proofs to choose from
  • (2) 5×7s, (1) 8×10, (1) 11×14
  • $250 (Savings of $80)
  • Session must be completed by 9/30/09
  • Pay by 5/31/09 and receive a complimentary 5×10 Mini Storyboard

And just to show you I’m holding up my end of the bargain, here’s a quickie snapshot I had my hubby take of me and my girls (with my iPhone!) at Panopoly last weekend.

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Slideshow | Ashly 2010

Sorry its taken me a while to get these slideshows up but I think I’m finally caught up now!!

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Slideshow | Blake 2010

Don’t forget, only ten days left to enter the BFF contest to win a free session for you and your friends!

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