Fresh and New

I'm sorry it has been so long since my last posting. I've taken a few weeks to do some re-evaluating and revamping. After I returned from Amy Wenzel's fabulous workshop back in September I had so much going on in my head. It has taken me some time to get some things on paper, order new products, design a new look, etc. I think I'm getting close. :)

I definitely can say I came back inspired and full of new information about how to run a successful photography business. It was up to me to get the ball rolling and step out on a limb (a very shaky and unsteady limb) in order to start establishing my vision for my business. It has been a very hard, but beneficial 2 years. I've learned alot, and I continue to learn, but I refuse to give up! I LOVE what I do. It is my passion!

So, with all that said, I want to share with you some "new".

Below is a new product I have recently started to offer. It is an Accordian Book. It is a beautiful piece that measures 2 1/2" x 3 1/2" and can display up to 12 images. It is perfect for a travel size album that can easily fit in your purse, but it can also be displayed on a shelf or desk. I LOVE these books and have purchased some for my own personal images.

Plus, they are perfect for the holidays! Stocking stuffer anyone? Previous clients, let me know if you are interested in having one made from your recent sessions!

Accordian Books - $40

Fall Family Portraits

It's that time of year! Time to schedule those Fall Family portraits that we all have to have! I finally took some time and did some for my own family this week. I'm so glad I did, because I LOVE how they turned out, and I know the grandparents will love them even more!

If you've been postponing Family portraits because you've just been too busy or can't find time to fit it in your schedule...don't let that be an excuse. I would love to work with you and find the best time and location for your family's portraits.

I'm offering a discount for 25% off your session price for anyone that books a session with me before October 31st! Call today!

Amy Wenzel is AMAZING!!!

Wow! What an amazing weekend I had at Amy Wenzel's Photography Workshop! I don't even know where to start. I traveled to Michigan earlier in the summer to attend the workshop, but as you know, her husband was diagnosed with a Brain tumor the very evening we arrived. This was the much-anticipated postponed/rescheduled event!

I met up with my good friend, Kristen again in Michigan, and we had a fantastic time! There is sooo much information floating around in my head at the moment. I'm hoping that it somehow continues to absorb so that I don't forget a thing.

I've been so excited to edit and post some of my favorite images I took from our afternoon of shooting. The models were pretty impressive. I mean, the oldest was 9 and they all seemed to be naturals. Can you imagine being a kid and having 20 crazy photographers coming at you with their cameras, yelling at you and telling you how to turn your head? Kinda intimidating, don't ya think?

Amy, if by chance you read this.....YOU ROCK! I learned so much and loved getting to hang with you for a few days! Thanks again!

Tell me it isn't true!

Summer has come and gone. Today was the last day of summer for us all. :( No more running in the yard barefoot, or playing in the sprinkler....it's really gone. How do I know this? Well, because it SNOWED today!

Time to dust off those snow boots and grab a cute hat, because it's Fall! And well, in Colorado that means snow.

Here's a fun summer pic I took of my little Em a few weeks ago.

9 months? Already?

Can I just say...this kid gets cuter and cuter everytime I have a session with him. He has been a part of my "Baby's 1st Year" collection and I can't believe the year is almost up. Where did the time go? I'm sure that is what Mom and Dad are thinking too.

We had such a great time today. I've shot at this spot once before, but I have to say, it was tons of fun with a baby. The little guy was dressed super cute and I loved the little mohawk added just before the session while he was sleeping in the car. Perfect!

Enjoy the pics! I think I might have broken a record with this sneak peek..... :)

{ O Family } Sneak Peek

I had such a fun time at this shoot. We managed to avoid any rain that may have been lurking around the corner and got some great shots! Aren't their girls the cutest! Little Miss "E" gave me a run for my money. I'm not sure she ever stopped moving...unless it was to take a picture with my camera. Miss "K" was super cute and soooo fun to talk to. I still think she's a pro at taking pictures. :)

Thank you "O" Family for letting me get to spend the evening with you! I had a great time!

Mount Rushmore

Labor Day weekend we decided to finally make the 7 hour trip to South Dakota to see Mount Rushmore. Peyton has been asking to go for over a year. As you can see, all she wanted to do was stick her finger up George's nose. :)

We had a great trip. We loaded up the camper and spent 3 nights in Rapid City. We did a few of the touristy stuff, but for the most part we just enjoyed being together. I have a ton of pics but these are by far my favorite.

The top one cracks me up everytime I look at it. That was her very own creative pose for the picture and it turned out perfect. Total Emily shot!

The one of Andy is his reaction to kicking ALL our butts at cards. What was funny was that he had no idea what he was doing, but managed to pull off 2 wins in a row! Crazy!