http://www.ph-studios.com/blog Photography that's colorful, comfortable, creative. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:12:31 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en When I arrived at Los Patios one afternoon in November, I was not met by the usual chaos and hubbub that usually surrounds a wedding. As I walked upstairs in search of the wedding party, I was met by Russell -- happy, calm, and so ready. When I walked into ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2012/01/05/marissa-russell-los-patios-wedding/ I find that Christmas has sort of snuck up on me this year. We never got around to putting the lights up outside and I didn't bake the piles of cookies and pies that I had planned. But in a way, it was nice keeping things simpler. I've really enjoyed ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2011/12/25/merry-christmas-2/ I was so excited to get a text last week from my good friend (and former bride), Laura, saying that their sweet new bundle of joy had arrived! Today, I had the privilege of meeting Laura and Gabe's precious little girl. She's sooooo sweet. Here are a couple of my ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2011/12/15/mary-jo-san-antonio-newborn-portraits/ Derek and Amber's ceremony was truly probably one of the sweetest weddings I've ever been to. The whole day was just so full of joy and happiness and thankfulness. I have to admit getting a little teary as they said their vows to each other. It was a beautiful day ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2011/12/09/derek-amber-wedding/ I was so happy to work (and hang out with) Felicia and Adrian again! And I just can't believe their little guy is getting so big so quick. Tell me... is he not the CUTEST thing you have EVER seen? Truly adorable. So much fun. Here are a couple of ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2011/12/09/felicia-and-adrian-mini-session/ Well, I'm a little late in getting this going, but it is FINALLY time to announce this year's holiday portrait specials! This year, we are not only offering our ever-popular Mini-Sessions, but I've got another great deal for you as well for those of you who may be wanting something ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/21/2011-holiday-portrait-sessions/ I love Saturday mornings. Saturdays just feel different than any other day of the week. They feel happy, relaxed, bright, comfortable, and free. Adam and Mollie's engagement session just felt like Saturday. Does that even make sense? We spent the morning, walking and talking, the two of them hand in ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/13/adam-mollie-engagement-portraits/ I had the awesome privilege of meeting baby Ethan just a few days after he was born. He's so precious! I went over to Josh and Kelly's house to hang out for a while and take some photos. This baby is angelic. Quiet and sweet and oh-so-snuggly! Congrats to our ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/08/ethan-san-antonio-newborn-portraits/ Josh and Kelly have been friends of ours for years now. Josh ended up in San Antonio the same way I did -- came here as an intern at our church, and then never left! We were so happy when he married Kelly and brought her down here too! We're ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2011/10/07/josh-kelly-maternity-portraits/ I really love engagement sessions. It's such a cool opportunity for me to get to know couples before the happy chaos of the big day (and for them to get to know me). It's so great just being able to talk and laugh together, and even more, it offers me ... http://www.ph-studios.com/blog/index.php/2011/09/23/laura-gus-engagement-portraits/