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Holiday Cards 2010

Posted on August 27, 2010

Just wanted to give you guys a sneak peek of some of this years’ Holiday cards! I’m so excited about them! They will be available in the Powerhouse Studios Store next week. What I love about these designs is they are flexible enough to become Save the Dates or announcements or cards of any kind.

I will be announcing dates for Mini-Sessions soon, too, in preparation for Christmas. Book your holiday sessions now! The cutoff date for holiday portraits will be November 15th, and there are a limited number of dates available between now and then. If you’ve already had your session this year, and would like to order cards with images from that session, let me know and I will re-post your images for 7 days so that you can order your holiday cards and gifts.

Stay tuned for more info!

A Tribute to the Grooms

Posted on August 6, 2010

Guys, I’ve got to give it to you, I can see it in a lot of your faces when we meet. You’re here for the pictures just because she wants them. And you’re all about her happiness, even though you suppose that posing for photos will be at the expense of yours. Yeah, I know that’s how you really feel when you show up. Ha ha! But after a few minutes, I notice you start to relax and… dare I say… even enjoy it.

Yes, I count myself very lucky to have such great grooms. For one of the guys to come and tell me they had a good time with their pictures is the ultimate compliment. I wish I could say it’s because I’m hysterically funny or something like that (I’m SO not), but I do try and do my absolute best to make everyone feel comfortable enough to be themselves. Always.

So often in all the wedding hoopla, the guys can get a little forgotten (sorry boys, she looks gorgeous and she deserves all the attention she’s getting), so I wanted to do a little tribute to the boys and share some of my favorite “guy” pictures from weddings that I’ve done.

Jessica + Joey [Colleyville Wedding Photography]

Posted on July 13, 2010

If you know Joey, you know he’d never really try to escape!

My kids were along for this one since it was a family wedding. Yes, that’s my son in the middle of all the bridesmaids. He was showing of his crazy (and pretty good) dance moves and screaming, “Let’s get this party started!”

These two are next! Be looking for their wedding in the next few weeks!

Thanks to all of the vendors who made this beautiful wedding possible!
Venue + Catering – Piazza in the Village (as featured in Platinum Weddings)
Cakes – Opulent Cakes

Displaying Family Photos

Posted on July 8, 2010

It’s no secret that I adore magazines. Every time I open one, no matter what the topic, it feels like Christmas. I’m weird, I know.

Imagine my excitement when I got a new magazine in the mail today and opened it up to find this amazing article about displaying family photos in your home! It’s an amazingly helpful article with beautiful photos and ideas. Check out the August issue of Family Circle to see it for yourself.

For more ideas, you can also check out our Inspire Guide! There are 25 different display options with sizes and layouts for all different rooms. Find the Inspire Guide here at http://powerhousestudiosclients.com/RedCart/index.php?gnum=102.

Also, if you (or a friend) have beautifully, artfully, or creatively displayed photos in your home, send me a photo! I’d love to feature it on the blog!

Hope you have a great week!
Breanna

Jody + Randy [New Braunfels Wedding Photographer]

Posted on June 24, 2010

Randy and Jody are a really awesome couple. In fact, after leaving their portrait session a month or so prior to the wedding, Aaron (my husband) commented to me, “I feel like I could be good friends with them.” I felt the same way, and being at their wedding, I could tell that we weren’t the only ones. Their wedding celebration was packed with close friends and family who I could tell just LOVED them. It was such a wonderful celebration, and I felt honored to be a part of it. Congrats Randy and Jody!

Jessica [Dallas Bridal Portraits]

Posted on June 23, 2010

First off, let me say I’m embarassed at how long its been since my last post. Strangely, the more pictures that I have to post, the less I blog. Somehow that’s just not right. There’s been a lot going on around here this summer! I’m excited to share some weddings and portraits I’ve had recently. It’s been a lot of fun!

Here are a few picks from Jessica’s bridal portrait session at Piazza in the Village in Colleyville, where she and Joey were married last weekend. It’s a gorgeous venue and she is, of course, a gorgeous bride. We had a great time, and I even got to go taste cakes with them afterwards! Jessica, you’re beautiful, and I’ve loved being a part of your wedding!

Beautiful Weekend

Posted on May 22, 2010

We’re only halfway through, but it’s been a great weekend so far. Things have been a little busy/hectic lately, but yesterday I decided to take it easy and relax some. I spent a better part of the day exploring Helotes, where I found a fabulous antique shop, bought some props for newborn portraits, found a delicious burger joint, and even better, got to hang out with my family. Days like yesterday make me feel lucky to be alive. Getting away from everything has a way of bringing new perspective and shifting focus to the things that are really important.

Today I got to be a part of Natalie and Fernando’s wedding, and as they said their vows, as I watched their faces, once again I felt lucky. Lucky to be able to be a part of such a life-changing day. Marriage is such an amazing gift. I am so thankful for my husband and for how much better my life is because he’s a part of it, and I get excited for each couple whose wedding I’m at, that they get to experience the same thing. What a great blessing.

I’m headed out to the reception in a while, but wanted to share a quick pic from earlier (because a post is always better with a picture).

Have a great weekend!

Carrie + Steve [Wedding]

Posted on May 11, 2010

I have to admit being a little nervous prior to Steve and Carrie’s wedding. I’ve been shooting weddings for five years now, and I still get nervous before a wedding. I don’t even know why. Isn’t that weird? I guess it’s that realization of the fact that this is one of the greatest, most amazing days in a couple’s life, and they’ve trusted me to document it. That’s a lot of pressure! In a way I think that’s good though. I never want to get in the “routine” of weddings. I don’t want them to ever lose their specialness. So I guess in a way, I hope I’m always a little nervous. But I digress…

For some reason I was really having trouble shaking the nerves that day. But I’ve gotta tell ya… as soon as I arrived, I felt right at home. Carrie and her family were so laid back, sweet, and gracious, that I was instantly at ease. I love that. I immediately loved Carrie and her beautiful smile and the way that she carried herself. When we arrived at Pearl Stable and I met Steve, I could tell that these two were an amazing couple. They opted to see each other before the ceremony to do a “First Look” session, and it was so sweet. As Steve stood with his back to the door waiting for Carrie to enter, we talked, and I could see in his nervous smile just how much he adored her. Seeing both of their faces when they saw each other for the first time was magical. I loved being a part of their wedding and getting to see a glimpse of the deep love they have for each other. It’s so amazing to be a part of their family’s history and to know that no matter how much they loved each other on that day, as time goes on their love will grow deeper and wider and more all-encompassing than they could ever dream. That’s a great thing to be a part of. I love my job!

Thanks to Carrie and Steve for trusting me to document your wedding day. It was such a priviledge to work with you! Special thanks also to Sue of Wedding Planners, Inc. for making the whole event amazing and to Steve at Pizzini Designs for making the whole event breathtakingly beautiful!

Steve and Carrie when they first saw each other…

OneWed.com [Wedding Resource]

Posted on May 11, 2010

I always like finding and sharing new resources for brides, and just re-discovered OneWed.com. They just recently re-vamped their whole site and it is now a really helpful resource. My favorite feature is that you can read reviews by other wedding couples. As a consumer I’m a huge fan of sites that have actual customer reviews… just ask my husband. It annoys him greatly. Ha ha! Anyway, if you’re in the midst of planning your wedding, check it out. AND if you’re a former bride, feel free to stop by and leave reviews for your favorite vendors.

Have a great week!
Breanna

Joey + Jessica [Engagement Portraits]

Posted on March 30, 2010

Fair warning… I’m going to go old woman on you for a moment. I cannot believe that my cousin Jessica is old enough to get married! I (distinctly) remember when she was born! *sigh* When I was a kid, I remember I had this picture that my mom had taken of me holding Jessica when she was a tiny baby. I was so proud of that picture and the fact that I had gotten to hold such a pretty little girl. (I’m starting to see this pride and excitement in my own daughter now, who LOVES babies!) I kept that picture with a select few other special photos in my Trapper Keeper for the longest time. (Yeah that’s right, I was so cool!) I thought she was one of the cutest babies ever.

She’s still adorable (drop dead gorgeous, rather) and I’m so happy for her and Joey! They are totally crazy about eachother and they seem to have an awesome relationship. I’m so excited to be a part of their wedding in June! Here are a few previews from the weekend’s engagement session…

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