Monthly Archives: October 2006

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Final Four Families

(say that five times fast)

Today Ruthann and I met our last four families at the park for their holiday mini session. Again, cute kids. And once more, adorable clothes.

Alex and Everett are two brothers that I had the great joy of photographing for their Christmas card last year…and a year later they are still one of the most loving, joyful, hilarious families I’ve ever met.

Lillie and Caryline were two tough little nuts to crack. Their mom was amazing at knowing what would help them loosen up and have fun, and towards the end we saw their gorgeous smiles emerge.

Drew and Anna Kate came next, and despite Drew’s protests, I think he has to admit he had a little fun (c’mon Drew, admit it!). Their dad wins the award for going to the greatest lengths to try and get out of a photo session…he broke his nose that morning. Typically it’s the kids that injure themselves hours before a photo session! (And is it just me, or would you never guess in a million years that his nose was broken and probably throbbing?).

Last in our three day line-up of gorgeous families were Xander and Lilie. Poor, sweet Lilie was not feeling great today, and I’ll spare everyone the picture of her little nose just running like a faucet. We’ll schedule a follow-up session sometime next week when she’s back to her old (dry-nosed) self…but I had to include this one from their session.

Xander cooperating with plans to raid the toy store down the street afterwards, and Lilie just trying to get away.

Tomorrow’s session rescheduled (let’s all hope he’s feeling better soon!) which gives me a morning of much needed, blissfully uninterrupted, computer time to proof! I am officially behind!

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Family Pictures…

Remember a few months ago when we had our family session? We have officially become one of those families…the ones who never get around to ordering.

Look at how gorgeous these are…I am just paralyzed when it comes to actually deciding which ones we want. I WANT THEM ALL!

I mean, I help families narrow down their choices and make selections every day. Why is it so hard when it comes to filling MY walls instead of someone else’s?

Jinky is coming back next year…If four families within a 2 hour radius are interested, she’ll return to Dallas. Anyone? Anyone? It’s an experience in and of itself!

Just don’t ask me to help organize your walls!






Tomorrow is our third and final day of Holiday Mini’s…one family had to reschedule so we now have one opening left, at 9:30am. If you want it, CALL US! Check back tomorrow for more festive kids in the park!

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November ad

Congratulations to the babies/big kids that will grace our November ad in Dallas Child.

Clockwise from left to right are Sloan (and the amazing hat), Savana, Karston and Brooks.

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Feeling Festive…Day 2

Can I just heave a big sigh of relief for this gorgeous weather today? How nice it was to shoot holiday pictures, with families in sweaters and jeans, and they actually needed them today! The overcast sky was perfect for taking pictures, and we had another group of fun kids!

Anna brought her parents along (one of whom is the famous Ruthann of Sugar Photography). Her dad is a camera buff, so it’s always fun to talk shop with other photography aficianados (go Nikon!), and even more fun is the chance to work with a friend, and capture their love and adoration for their precious baby girl.


Meet Ava…the official queen of one expression. Well, actually two. One was her staring right at the camera with a very serious, very pensive, very “and who exactly do you think you are?” look on her face…and the other was this:

Along came Carter, Spencer and Katie…three kids who have perfected the art of moving in four different directions at the same time (I know you think I’m kidding…just trust me on this). I’ve had the great pleasure of working with this family multiple times over the past year and a half, and each time they get bigger, faster, and cuter. Dad is another camera/Nikon guy, and I let him take a peek through the viewfinder to drool over my rocking lens (85 1.4). A~I apologize in advance for aiding in his camera addiction.

Look at these three towheads!

Last for today was Matthew…serious, silly, lover-of-underwear-talk Matthew. His parents are amazing at letting him take his time to engage. The first half of our session consisted of the back of his head or a great expression but with his eyes looking off to the side.

After a few minutes the silly words started to flow, and we captured less of the serious and more of the silly Matthew that we all know and love.

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Sweet Sloan…

This afternoon I had the chance to play with one of my dear baby planners…this was her second session and I had to laugh at the difference four months makes. Sloan was a cute newborn, I’ll give her that…but what a stunning four month old she is! Chubby does not do her rolls (or her thighs) justice. She is as chunky as my little girl was at this age, which of course just made me want to stay and play (and reminisce) all day!

I flipped over this knit hat that grandma made for her…Sloan’s mommy has an amazing sense of style and had this all planned out for me. Could not have been easier!

The question now is…black and white, or color?



Tomorrow is day 2 of our holiday mini sessions. We have two spots left next week on our third and final day…don’t hesitate to call if you’re interested! Wish us luck with no rain, and a break in the predicted 30 mph winds would be nice!

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