Punchy Purple & Coral Pop

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Inspired by a color palette that caught my eye, I wanted to put together a inspiration board for Wedding Wednesday this week.  I looked around for images that would fit a perfect spring or summer event that was soft but not overly vintage or romantic.  It's full of peonies and ruffles and the prettiest shades of violet blue.  You just have to see all the pretties I found... … [Read more...]

A Love Affair with Shoes

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Wedding Wednesday has been a staple on the Facebook fan page for over a year now.  It's a weekly event every Wednesday and usually features a sneak peek of recent wedding photography or tips on a specific facet of wedding planning like colors, rings or flowers.  I've never brought the feature to the blog and I'm not sure why?!  … [Read more...]

Reflections

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Around here, the "boys of summer" means baseball starts with practice in March and doesn't end until October.  There might be a small break in summer, but in baseball it feels like there is no off season.  Batting practice, keeping the skills up, the arms in shape... it goes year round.  So does the laundry and the dirt!  But, as the 2011 season is winding down and I faced the challenge tonight of having two boys with games in two different towns at the same time (in addition to a business function I had to miss!), I needed to reflect.  I needed to take a moment and do what my heart drives me to do.  I needed to capture this moment. … [Read more...]

Fall is Coming! Win a Free 16×20 canvas!

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Can you smell it already?  The cool crisp morning air, the tips of leaves starting to color... even the pumpkin lattes and apple & cinnamon candles are out!  Fall is coming! It's still August but it's already time to think about your Fall family portraits.  Do you need to update your family portrait?  Do you want some fresh updated images of your child?  Do you need portraits for Christmas presents or for your Christmas cards?  Do you want to WIN a free canvas??  … [Read more...]

What to Wear

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The first thing that comes to mind after you make your portrait appointment is often "now, what are we going to wear?"  The great thing is... that's what I'm here for!  Part of the benefit of scheduling your portrait session with me is the pre-session consultation opportunity.  Taking advantage of a pre-session consultation will help us together make a plan for the best portrait outcome.  … [Read more...]

Do You Dream?

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The vendors at Hill City Bride (including myself!) are pooling together their hearts and talents to give one deserving couple the wedding of their dreams on February 14, 2012.  An amazing list of services and products are being provided for the ultimate dream wedding giveaway!  … [Read more...]

The Importance of Engagements

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  I've had a busy run on engagement sessions lately.  It's definitely the season where the grass is greener, the weather is warmer (too warm already!), and my summer and fall wedding clients are getting engagement sessions done.  Not only am I thrilled to share so many of the images with all of you, but also touch on the importance of an engagement session.  … [Read more...]

52 Week Project – #8

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The days and hours have slipped by me once again.  Just like the days slipping by on the remaining life of these roses.  They were used recently as part of my booth at a local bridal fair, Bliss by Hill City Bride.  I'm finally getting the opportunity to blog about them and the image created as part of my weekly journey through 2011.  I just couldn't resist their wilting blooms against a palette of warm purple.  Enjoy them for yourself! … [Read more...]

52 Week Project – #7

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It's a little overdue but it's never too late! Last week's image features the one and only Mr. Paisley who was live in concert locally with two great acts to accompany him. We had "boys' night out" with four handsome little men at their first big concert. It was a fun evening for all and we even came away with a cowboy hat perfect for my little cowboy. … [Read more...]

52 Week Project – #6

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  'Tis the season for hugs and kisses... and these are the chocolate and caramel kind!  Standing tall in an army of chocolate is one very iconic emblem of chocolate worldwide, patiently waiting to be chosen.  Happy Valentine's Day on Monday to everyone! … [Read more...]