World's Cutest Witch(es)

I love Halloween. Love it! I don't know if it's the dressing up part or remembering what it was like to be a kid with a pillowcase filled with candy, but Halloween has always been so much fun for me! I remember in middle school (and admittedly, early high school years) my best friend and I would go trick-or-treating in her neighborhood... there was one neighbor who always gave away full-sized Snickers bars. Oh my goodness!
This past weekend, Seanna and Makenzie came over with their parents for dinner, and while the food was cooking we decided to go outside and play. They always are dressed to match, and I couldn't resist taking some shots of their "World's Cutest Witch" t-shirts.







Also, a quick note... holiday mini-sessions are still available for those interested. I've decided to extend the dates available. So, if you're interested in a quick shoot for holiday pictures or greeting cards, either call or e-mail me to set up a session. $150 will get you a 30-minute on-location session and 5 full-resolution images on CD.

One and Five

I got a call from Trey and Lauren's mom a few weeks ago telling me that she'd like to have portraits made soon, since Lauren was turning one and Trey was turning five. I was so excited for this session, because I had a dream of a time with them back in March when I shot their family session.

I didn't realize how much had changed since then... but when you have TWO moving children instead of just ONE, things get a little tricky. :) As you'll see in the collage image below, sometimes I had to work my creative magic to keep the interest going.

In his usual form, Trey was such a poser for me. He did almost anything I asked of him... well, motified to his liking. For example, this image below is taken while sitting on top of a sewer grate.


Lauren was too cute in her little dress and walking around like she owned the place.


How to keep a 5 year-old entertained... offer him an acorn and tell him to pose it.


I just love this image of Lauren exploring her surroundings.


More of Lauren on the move.


Sure, in the other image he looked sweet and innocent. Something in this one might prove otherwise...


Finally, Melissa (mom) and I were talking about my new holiday card offerings and she mentioned that she wasn't a fan of the traditional red and green cards. Maybe something fun and whimsy is more your style?

Holiday Cards!

Whether you're a traditionalist or have whimsical attitude, we all know there's nothing better than seeing the cards friends and family send our during the holidays!
I've had a few people ask about holiday card offerings, so I thought to give these awesome cards their own post. Special thanks to my friend Jan and Mary for offering these holiday card templates. I can't wait to see how they look in person!

Oliva Grace

My regular blog readers will remember this cute face from HERE, HERE, and HERE (and because I love this session, HERE too!)
Just before leaving for Japan ... for three years, no less... I convinced Katrina to let me babysit Olivia while she ran errands before the big trip. It was so much fun. We sang, watched the Food Network, played with Cindy Lou, and she allowed me to pretend to be the paprazzi following her all over. :)

In my pursuit to push their move into the deep recesses of my brain and heart because it hurt so much that they left, I have just now edited the "session" I had with Olivia that day.

I'm itchin'... for a belly and a baby.

But not from my own body... no, no, no. :)

I realized in looking at my portfolio the other day that I haven't shot a maternity or newborn session in a while, and I know there are a ton of pregnant women around Valdosta! So, if you're pregnant, are related to someone is pregnant, work next to someone who is pregnant, or have any connection to someone who is going to birth a child in the next two months, please spread the word that I'm looking for them! :) As their reward, I'm willing to give a little gift in exchange for their smiling faces on my blog.

E-mail me for more information, if interested.

Me... behind the camera.

A few weeks ago, a great group of local Valdosta area photographers got together for food and photography gossip. We try to do this every few months, and I'm excited about making it a regular thing. I was super excited about this one because there had been talk about doing headshots of one another since we're always behind the camera shooting other people.
Even though it was raining that day, Jill's house has an awesome little courtyard area that we were able to sneak into while the weather lightened up to a drizzle. I can't remember the last time I had a good picture of me taken. I can't pick a favorite of the bunch, but a few of them are over on her BLOG and I invite you to take a look!


Okay, even though I said I don't have a favorite, I love this one!

Now Booking Holiday "Mini" Portrait Specials

**Thanks for being so patient as I work through this no internet issue. Hopefully things will be settled this week, and I'll be able to resume my addictive behavior of internet surfing. :) **

I'm so excited about my Holiday "Mini" Portrait Specials. I've decided to do things a little different this year, and I'm hoping that it will be easier for both clients and me in preparing for the holidays! See the information below and contact me soon by phone or e-mail to schedule a session.... you'll see I'm only offering these specials on specific days, so reserving your spot now is a good idea!


Price: $150

Holiday "Mini" Portrait Sessions include:
- 30 minute photo session
- 10-15 proofs on a private online gallery
- 5 high-resolution images on CD
- 10% off all prints and products

Dates:
- Saturday, October 11
- Sunday, October 19

Rules and other limitations:
Mini-sessions are only available on the dates listed above. All session fees are due at the time of booking to reserve your time slot. Mini-sessions are only available for individuals, couples, and families with up to 4 persons. Larger families are more than welcome to schedule a session for holiday pictures, but because of timing restrictions will have to schedule a regular session to allow ample time for large groups.


If you've had a session in the past year and are interested in using one of your images for holiday cards, please contact me for a special "Card Only" price. And, one more super special deal... if you are interested in booking a mini-session and book your session with a friend, you each will receive an extra image on CD.