They wrapped up the evening's festivities in a special section reserved just for their party at the Flying Saucer!
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Mary & Filip's Wedding
Mary and Filip were married at the incredibly beautiful Christ Church Cathedral downtown, with a reception following at the new Saint Arnold's Brewery location in the warehouse district.
They wrapped up the evening's festivities in a special section reserved just for their party at the Flying Saucer!
They wrapped up the evening's festivities in a special section reserved just for their party at the Flying Saucer!
Barrett and his family
Barrett is an absolute DOLL! His mommy received a gift certificate from a dear friend at her baby shower, and was finally ready for he shoot now that her little man is sitting up.
He is the essence of wide-eyed wonder... all of those little baby expressions came forth in our session. He was absolutely mesmerized by my jingle-bells, and happy to roll around, pull up on everything in sight, and even give us a classic Cabbage Patch Kid face
Daddy arrived home from work in time for us to get some intimate family shots right there in the living room : )
He is the essence of wide-eyed wonder... all of those little baby expressions came forth in our session. He was absolutely mesmerized by my jingle-bells, and happy to roll around, pull up on everything in sight, and even give us a classic Cabbage Patch Kid face
Daddy arrived home from work in time for us to get some intimate family shots right there in the living room : )
Fran, Caroline, and Family
I met Fran years when I was just starting my business, she was one of my very first bridal portrait clients. Shortly after she was married her husband was transferred out of state, so I was surprised to hear from her a few months ago.
Fran's grandmother had recently taken ill, and since Fran has a baby daughter she wanted to take advantage of the opportunity for a four-generation portrait before too much more time passed.
Because her grandmother's health had declined, the family was not particularly interested in a portrait of the ladies' faces, but instead a portrait of the four generations of hands. All of the ladies wore their wedding rings with the exception of baby Caroline, who wore a special ring that had belonged to her mother as a child. The portrait turned out beautifully, despite Caroline's squirming.
Afterward, there were of course some portraits of little Miss Caroline in all her toddling glory! I arrived as she was getting a bath, so I took the opportunity to snap a quick shot of her in Grandma's kitchen sink... because everyone should have one of those.
I received word from Fran a few weeks after the shoot that her grandma had passed away. I feel so very blessed to have captured this family's legacy in time. May she rest in peace, and may Caroline's youth and joy bring comfort to the family at this difficult time.
Fran's grandmother had recently taken ill, and since Fran has a baby daughter she wanted to take advantage of the opportunity for a four-generation portrait before too much more time passed.
Because her grandmother's health had declined, the family was not particularly interested in a portrait of the ladies' faces, but instead a portrait of the four generations of hands. All of the ladies wore their wedding rings with the exception of baby Caroline, who wore a special ring that had belonged to her mother as a child. The portrait turned out beautifully, despite Caroline's squirming.
Afterward, there were of course some portraits of little Miss Caroline in all her toddling glory! I arrived as she was getting a bath, so I took the opportunity to snap a quick shot of her in Grandma's kitchen sink... because everyone should have one of those.
I received word from Fran a few weeks after the shoot that her grandma had passed away. I feel so very blessed to have captured this family's legacy in time. May she rest in peace, and may Caroline's youth and joy bring comfort to the family at this difficult time.
Belinda & Dave: A Walk in the Park
Belinda and Dave are totally fun! These two couldn't stop the giggling through our entire session, but I have to admit I love days like this. I look forward to their wedding because I KNOW it's going to be one of those great days full of fun and laughter.
We shot throughout Hermann Park on an absolutely perfect fall day, which means it was fulllll of people, but we managed to find some secluded spots with the natural beauty the park is known for (check out the incredible golden trees).
Super-thanks to Haley of En Vogue Events for the referral!
Along the way, there were a couple of "just cute" pics I snapped... one of some bathing ducks, and one of a cool vintage bicycle.
We shot throughout Hermann Park on an absolutely perfect fall day, which means it was fulllll of people, but we managed to find some secluded spots with the natural beauty the park is known for (check out the incredible golden trees).
Super-thanks to Haley of En Vogue Events for the referral!
Along the way, there were a couple of "just cute" pics I snapped... one of some bathing ducks, and one of a cool vintage bicycle.
Holly & Nick's Wedding
Nick and Holly were married at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Galveston, with a reception following at Mario's on the Seawall.
Between the ceremony and reception, I got to meet the couple's sweet pup Abbie for a few portraits (check out her fancy pearl necklace!), then we headed to the beach for some wedding party photographs with some really cute umbrellas that Holly rented from Bella Umbrella. Everyone was so silly and cute out there!
The reception was total fun, and waiting at the end of the sparklers at their exit was the couple's getaway car: a bicycle built for two!
The cake is by Julie Moncrief, and Holly's hair and makeup is by Kathy DeVries at Lulu's in Galveston.
Between the ceremony and reception, I got to meet the couple's sweet pup Abbie for a few portraits (check out her fancy pearl necklace!), then we headed to the beach for some wedding party photographs with some really cute umbrellas that Holly rented from Bella Umbrella. Everyone was so silly and cute out there!
The reception was total fun, and waiting at the end of the sparklers at their exit was the couple's getaway car: a bicycle built for two!
The cake is by Julie Moncrief, and Holly's hair and makeup is by Kathy DeVries at Lulu's in Galveston.
A Day at the Beach
I first met mom Sarah when she called me a few years back to shoot Lindsay's portraits, as they had recently moved to Houston and needed a local photographer. It's been a while, and I've been privileged to shoot their family portraits, Baby Lauren's portraits, and most recently this beach session.
It's a treat to see these guys each and every time I'm invited! I can't believe what a beautiful girl Lindsay has become (I remember when she met me for the first time-- super-shy, we watched Clifford and had some goldfish crackers to break the ice). Lauren is growing like a weed, looking more like a little girl and less like a baby.
It wasn't the most fabulous weather at the beach (cloudy, sticky, and of course windy) but we definitely made the best of it and came away with some great family shots. One of my favorites is Lindsay walking into the surf with her dad, you can see their reflection on the wet shore. It reminds me of a picture of my father with my niece and daughter walking along the beach... one of those images she will treasure as she gets older.
It's a treat to see these guys each and every time I'm invited! I can't believe what a beautiful girl Lindsay has become (I remember when she met me for the first time-- super-shy, we watched Clifford and had some goldfish crackers to break the ice). Lauren is growing like a weed, looking more like a little girl and less like a baby.
It wasn't the most fabulous weather at the beach (cloudy, sticky, and of course windy) but we definitely made the best of it and came away with some great family shots. One of my favorites is Lindsay walking into the surf with her dad, you can see their reflection on the wet shore. It reminds me of a picture of my father with my niece and daughter walking along the beach... one of those images she will treasure as she gets older.
Mia, Ava, and Andrew: Triplets turning one
Mia, Ava, and Andrew turned one recently, and I traveled to their home in Cypress for a special birthday session!
Initially, no one was really in the mood. Mom, Dad, and Grandma worked hard to get these little monkeys to buck up and get happy! We had dad running circles around the yard, Grandma chirping a little toy bird, and everyone making noises and being silly. Multiples can certainly be a challenge, but teamwork pays off.
Nature even lent a hand, as the kids were totally in awe of a flock of birds flying overhead.
Surprisingly enough, we were able to get everyone looking one direction and not crying for a full family session!
After a quick snack, the babies had a wardrobe change into their birthday outfits-- three peas in a pod was the theme-- the ladies had lovely green tutus and Andrew's matching shirt was paired with jeans.
Initially, no one was really in the mood. Mom, Dad, and Grandma worked hard to get these little monkeys to buck up and get happy! We had dad running circles around the yard, Grandma chirping a little toy bird, and everyone making noises and being silly. Multiples can certainly be a challenge, but teamwork pays off.
Nature even lent a hand, as the kids were totally in awe of a flock of birds flying overhead.
Surprisingly enough, we were able to get everyone looking one direction and not crying for a full family session!
After a quick snack, the babies had a wardrobe change into their birthday outfits-- three peas in a pod was the theme-- the ladies had lovely green tutus and Andrew's matching shirt was paired with jeans.
Jack's Back! Two Years Old : )
I met Jack when he was just an infant, and shot him several times throughout his first year. He accompanied Mom to my studio open house, and I was so happy to see him again! We scheduled a studio mini-session and Jack was just as adorable as ever with his plump cheeks and lips, and those happy brown eyes.
Mom stepped in for a few shots at the end... as you can see, the apple doesn't fall far from the tree!
Mom stepped in for a few shots at the end... as you can see, the apple doesn't fall far from the tree!
Susan & Buddy's Engagement Portraits
I've photographed two of Susan's nephews... Susan's sister and brother-in-law, and Susan was a bridesmaid in Marcie & Ed's wedding earlier this year (Buddy was also a groomsman). I'm so excited that in January it will be Susan & Buddy's turn to tie the knot and be the center of attention!
Their engagement portrait shoot was somewhat of a challenge... their fantastic photographer scheduled them without taking daylight savings time into account on a dark and cloudy day, so by the time we got Downtown from having been at the WIlliams Tower Waterwall, well... we were out of light.
We rescheduled to finish the rest of the shoot on another day-- and what did we get that day? RAIN! Luckily they were troopers, and we completed the Downtown portion of our shoot (rainy day, we practically had Downtown to ourselves). Cloudy, rainy days give us the benefit of soft, diffused light-- perfect for shooting : )
I'm hoping that their rain-karma will be better on the wedding day, and that they have beautiful happy clear blue skies. We shoot Susan's bridal portraits this coming week at The Parador, so I'm also hoping we have at least a little light coming in the windows (not to worry, I"m packing plenty of my own light!).
I played a little with textures on a few of the images, just to add a little extra drama.
Their engagement portrait shoot was somewhat of a challenge... their fantastic photographer scheduled them without taking daylight savings time into account on a dark and cloudy day, so by the time we got Downtown from having been at the WIlliams Tower Waterwall, well... we were out of light.
We rescheduled to finish the rest of the shoot on another day-- and what did we get that day? RAIN! Luckily they were troopers, and we completed the Downtown portion of our shoot (rainy day, we practically had Downtown to ourselves). Cloudy, rainy days give us the benefit of soft, diffused light-- perfect for shooting : )
I'm hoping that their rain-karma will be better on the wedding day, and that they have beautiful happy clear blue skies. We shoot Susan's bridal portraits this coming week at The Parador, so I'm also hoping we have at least a little light coming in the windows (not to worry, I"m packing plenty of my own light!).
I played a little with textures on a few of the images, just to add a little extra drama.
First try in the new studio!
Well, now that I'm in this fabulous new place, I decided it might be high time to actually try and photograph someone in it! Kendall, who has been a client of mine since birth, was absolutely first choice because I usually know how to push her buttons, and she's such an expressive little monkey. Her mom's office is also right next to mine, so we see each other often. At 3 1/2, she's at that wonderfully goofy and unpredictable age.
At one point Kendall got up on the couch and began telling me a story-- using her hands and really getting into it. Later, she gleefully conversed with me and said (in her best lady-talk voice), "Evewy time I come to my mommy's office, EVEWY SINGLE TIME, I love Tay-tee!"
Tay-tee is me. *awwwwww*
We did some jumping, some spinning, some jumping on the couch, some lying on the floor, some right-side-up and some upside down. I was happy that we got to try out one of the blue brocade print antique chairs-- one of my true splurges in decorating the space.
Good job Kendall!
At one point Kendall got up on the couch and began telling me a story-- using her hands and really getting into it. Later, she gleefully conversed with me and said (in her best lady-talk voice), "Evewy time I come to my mommy's office, EVEWY SINGLE TIME, I love Tay-tee!"
Tay-tee is me. *awwwwww*
We did some jumping, some spinning, some jumping on the couch, some lying on the floor, some right-side-up and some upside down. I was happy that we got to try out one of the blue brocade print antique chairs-- one of my true splurges in decorating the space.
Good job Kendall!
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