We went to Idaho Falls over the 4th of July and my sister-in-law and I wanted to make sure to get a portrait of the 3 younger cousins together. I think they look pretty darn sweet (even though Gabe has goofy, super long hair)!
And then here is one of my niece, too. Isn't she beautiful?!!
Enjoy!
Elma
- That is a darn sweet shot! Love it. The second of your neice is a timeless classic.
July 23, 2008
maki
- The image of your niece too my breath away. She is beautiful!
July 24, 2008
Yep, I'll admit it! I've been totally slacking in the blog department. Sorry about that!! I have 3 sneak peeks to post too! But, I'm not going to do them tonight because Photoshop is hard at work batching images so I can't even prep them images for the sneak peeks to put them up yet. It will just have to wait until tomorrow. I promise a new sneak peek tomorrow, I swear I won't forget!
Man, I don't even have anything fun or witty ... I guess it's just bed time for me. Until tomorrow!
Yay, I have a fun new prop and of course I had to try it out on my daughter before I give a whirl on a portrait session. I am very happy with the results! Isn't she beautiful!!!!
Rach
- These images are stunning! That b&w portrait just made me gasp out loud. Love the colors of the dress, the umbrella and your daughter's hair, sooooo beautiful!
July 20, 2008
"There were never such devoted sisters."
Ok, quick ... what musical is that from? The song has many fond memories for me! Anyone know it? If you can answer correctly the name of the Movie/Musical that line is from I have a gift for you. Leave a comment with you guesses!!
Now, really ... on to the sneak peek of the sisters! These two are so adorable! I went to Idaho Falls over the 4th of July and photographed these little darlings for my husband's cousin's family. Whew, that was a mouthful, lol!
First up, big sis Miss Olivia! She is a total crack up and knows what she wants. This image is so sweet but the 2 after this one are hilarious! Maybe I'll post them too but I want mom to see them all first :)
And now for the new baby sister! Miss Kamryn! Congrats Ben, Brooke & Olivia! She's is beautiful!
Enjoy!
Sweet little girls with curly hair and tutus .... what could be more fun?! These girls were absolutely darling!
First up is the big sis looking fabulous in a pretty teal tutu!
And here's little sis! I love this moment, so soft and curious ... and look at those adorable cheeks and red red lips!
Another cute sneak peek coming soon!!
Enjoy!
Maria Brito
- GREAT PHOTOS! The first one is absolutely amazing. The second i beautiful and tender.
July 11, 2008
Um, well apparently I've been on vacation from blogging, lol! No, just busy as often happens in the warm summer months. There is so much fun stuff to do outside and lots of people want those beautiful summertime portrait sessions.
So, Rigby was good. The Professional Photographers of Idaho Quarterly meeting was fabulous! I had a great time hanging out with photographer friends, staying up until 4 in the morning (omg, what was I thinking??) talking and shooting up a storm, of photographs of course. Sadly, I don't have model release forms from the gorgeous models we got to shoot so I can't share them online, but trust me, they are beautiful!! I think it took me 2 days to recover the sleep I lost while on the trip, lol!
I am behind on sneak peeks and one mommy didn't even get a sneak peek before she saw her son's beautiful portraits! Sorry, I promise I will make a post just for him tomorrow ;)
I love lenses ... I have sort of an obsession with lenses actually. Anyway, I've been hearing rave reviews about the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L lens (for you non-photogs that is the focal length and maximum aperture of the lens and the L means it's super fancy and expensive, lol) so I decied to rent it from my favorite lens tester-outer store, Lens Pro to Go and my oh my have I been having fun with that thing! I think my kids are about done with having me point the lens in their faces though. Luckily, I'll get to use it this weekend on a new baby :) So, what does a 35mm 1.4L lens do? Let me show you ...
Here's Alison in one of her favorite dresses that she calls a princess dress. Check out how sharp the focus is with this lens!!!! You may also notice a little distortion from the wide angle lens but I rather like the effect in this image. (Sorry about the crusties under her nose ... this was an impromptu photo ... isn't she beautiful?)
And other great image with that fabulous lens ... I love how close I can get to my subject for that really great close up! And yes, I really did not do anything to her eyes in this shot ... they really are just that amazing :)
And this next image CRACKS me up! Oh gosh, I just giggle every time I look it. Not only can lenses with a very wide aperture and a wide angle help create amazing images they can also help create some pretty hilarious ones too. This is an example of how NOT to use this lens, lol! I seriously cracked up when I saw how this looked on the LCD of my camera. This is shot wide open with me standing above and her looking up. She's doing her best "this is my good side" pose. LOL ... her head looks like I just plopped it on to some random image and that it's floating ... and this is why I do all kinds of testing with the lenses I buy and rent :)
Ok, well I feel better that I am no longer neglecting my blog. Until tomorrow with a sneak peek of 1 year old Mr. S!!! Enjoy!
Rach
- That last one is too funny! I must say I'm a bit jealous! What a neat lens. A 35mm would do me wonders when I'm in cramped quarters indoors. Images are beautiful as always.
July 2, 2008
I'm headed off to big old Rigby, Idaho (um, wooohoo?) for the Professional Photographers of Idaho Quarterly meeting and to learn some fun new stuff! I will have limited phone and email access but I will be back in the office on Tuesday for regular business hours. Have a wonderful weekend!
A grouchy 5 year old wearing a shirt that is 3 sizes too small, a goofy look on his face and a bright orange visor?
Why that would be Gabe, of course!
The shirt is one of his favorites and even though it's 2T he thinks he should still wear it because it's got spiderwebs on it. Notice the crazy hair, too? Yeah, I forgot to take him to his hair cut appointment this week (oops, sorry Amber!). So, even though he looks pretty dorky I still told him he looked totally awesome after he said, "what?" when I chuckled as he walked by. Kids are only little once, you just gotta let them have all their silly quirks and enjoy it!
kimbrali
- he is sooooo pretty!
i think he did a great job dressing himself.
my daughter does the same and i only hope that when we go out in public people know that i did not choose her clothes.
June 20, 2008
I got to spend a lovely afternoon with this adorable couple expecting their new baby girl and they've only got a couple weeks left to go ... I can't wait to meet Miss Baby A. Here's a beautiful sneak peek for you!
Enjoy!
This little guy is sooo handsome! I love his big eyes! He's 2 months old and was just as sweet as can be! Mom and Dad enjoy your sneak peek and you will be hearing from me towards the end of the week. Enjoy!
