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Jason + Natalie [San Antonio Family Portraits]

Posted on January 14, 2010

I was friends with Jason and then with Natalie before I ever knew they’d be my family (I married Jason’s brother)… and before they even knew that someday they would be married. We were part of the College & Careers group at church and we hung out, and they were great friends. Fast forward eight or nine years, and here we all are. Jason and Natalie are not only friends, but family and I feel SO lucky. Words seem to seem insignificant to describe how much they mean to our family.

I had to laugh because Natalie and I planned the shoot all out. She had the idea to do pics in their pajamas… in bed… outside. I LOVED LOVED LOVED the idea. So Aaron and I loaded up a bed into the back of the truck (I have such an awesome husband! He’s always so willing to help me out with anything!) and went to meet Jason and Natalie. Well, as usual, the boys rode in the truck and the girls rode in the car. As the guys started driving, Jason looks at Aaron and says, “So… why do you have a bed in the back of your truck?” When we stopped for gas, Jason motioned for me to roll down the window. He looked at Natalie and I and, his voice thick with doubt, said… “In bed? We’re taking pictures in bed? Outside?” Ha ha! We laughed and he reluctantly said that he trusted me. Natalie, thanks for the great idea, and Jason… thank you for your trust. Really. It means a lot that you didn’t turn around and go back home.

Reagan [Portraits]

Posted on September 23, 2009

I’m not a super girly girl. Don’t get me wrong, I love the chance to get dressed up, I love high heels and jewelry and all that, but I can just as easily be found sporting jeans, a t-shirt, flip flops and a ponytail. I’ve always sort of envied people who always look classy and gorgeous and put together all the time and my sister-in-law, Natalie, and my niece, Reagan, are always like this. They just have this classic femininity about them that I admire — not the stuffy, unapproachable kind — just comfortable-gorgeous-put-together-classy-ness. Know what I mean?

I wanna be like them when I grow up.

So today, when we ventured out into the rain and mush for Reagan’s one year portraits (could it have really been one year since she was born?), that was my goal — to capture the essence of girliness, beauty, and class that Natalie and Reagan exude. I had fun, girls! And Happy Birthday, Rae-Rae!!

New Baby Announcements!

Posted on August 14, 2009

We’ve got new baby announcements rolling out! Here’s a preview of one of the designs. These designs can also be changed up a bit to become Christmas Cards, Save the Date Cards, or anything else! Stay tuned for more designs!

Family Portraits

Posted on June 26, 2009

I had the great priviledge of getting to hang out with Lucinda and Mauro with their adorable son on his very first birthday. I love babies at that age, when they’ve just learned to walk and they are so expressive and fun. This little guy was very serious to start out, but it wasn’t long before we had him laughing and having a good time. I love working with families and watching them as they grow and change, and it’s such an exciting time with your first. Here are a few of my favorites from their session…

Holiday Portrait Event – Daniel & Amanda

Posted on November 20, 2008

Daniel & Amanda are a couple of other people with whom I go way back. When I moved here, I got involved in the College group at our church and Daniel was the leader. We became great friends and hung out a lot. I remember when he met Amanda. I remember before they even started dating, he couldn’t stop talking about her. It was so cool watching them fall in love. They’re perfect together. I have lots of stories that Daniel & Amanda are a part of, one of which Amanda reminded me of today. A few years ago, we went to this great BBQ joint together (The Salt Lick) where they had all you can eat BBQ. Well, they make fun of me now because while Daniel, Amanda, and Aaron were talking and laughing, I quietly sat in the corner and put away probably a pound of brisket by myself! Ha! What can I say? Why waste time talking when there’s good barbecue to be eaten! Well, I could probably go on for a while about these two. They have had a huge impact, both individually and as a couple, on both Aaron and I. Heaven only knows how much they’ve done for us. Thanks for being great friends and I’m so glad that I’ve finally gotten to take your pictures!

Towards the end, Annabelle was hamming it up for the camera

Baby #2 is on the way! How come I never looked that good pregnant?

The Holidays!

Posted on November 13, 2008

This is the first year we’ve offered press printed holiday cards and I’m so excited! In the past, photo cards have been printed on photo paper and, more often than not, were kinda cheesy. Now there is an awesome alternative! There are several different sizes and paper types available, ranging from $2-4 each, so order yours soon!

Here are some of the designs that you can choose from, and I’m working on putting together some other simpler, modern designs too! The designs below are for 5×5 or 5×7 flat cards, but they can be modified and we can create an inside design too if you are wanting folded cards. Let me know if you’ve got questions!

Heather & Chris (and their newest addition!)

Posted on November 4, 2008

Heather & Chris have been faithful clients since we met a few years ago. I have felt very priveleged to shoot their engagement and bridal portraits, be a part of their wedding, and to photograph Heather’s maternity portraits… and now their first family portraits! I feel so honored to be able to document and to be a part of so many lives. Heather and Chris, thank you for always trusting me with your life’s special moments and for becoming such good friends. You make me love my job!

Reagan – Newborn Portraits

Posted on October 24, 2008

Newborns are awesome. They eat and sleep and that’s about it. When I went to Jason & Natalie’s house last week to get some portraits of 3-week old Reagan, she slept the entire shoot. We’d move her around, poke her, and do all sorts of funny things and she just slept on. It was amazing! She’s just the sweetest baby ever. (Not that I’m biased or anything because she’s my niece.)

New Mini-Sessions TBA!

Posted on October 9, 2008

I’m not going to divulge all of the info yet, but I wanted to give you a heads up that I am about to offer a limited number of mini portrait sessions just in time for the holidays.  If you’ve been wanting portraits of your family or you kids and haven’t quite had the time or the money to invest in a full session, this is your chance.  I will be announcing the date(s) next week.  Those on my (e-)mailing list will be notified first, and then I will post to the blog (so if you’re not on my list, or if you’re not sure, sign up!) I can’t believe the holidays are coming up so quickly! You won’t want to miss this opportunity!

Breanna

Morgan – Portraits

Posted on October 2, 2008

Friday, I met our friends Barb & JD, along with their precious daughter, Morgan, for some relaxed portraits out in Bracken. Morgan just recently turned one (where did the time go?!), and she is so cute. Look at those big brown eyes! I had a great time! Here are a few previews from their session…

Towards the end of the session, we happened to be shooting outside Cradle Couture, and they brought out this hat for her to try on. Morgan wasn’t really sure what to think about that, but she tolerated it… for a minute.

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