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big sis & lil bro!

Picsee Studio — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:37:30 +0000

Oh my sweet and precious niece and nephew…it’s bittersweet to look at these pics and realize how much they’ve grown! It was crazy around the studio in December (as usual!), Christmas was near, and we still had yet to take Cristy’s annual pics! (We’ve figured out that all of us in the photo biz NEVER have pics…much like the old addage of the cobbler’s kid having no shoes!) Everyone was in a panic and the days were getting shorter, so we decided the next pretty day we had, it was on! On my way back to the studio from another session, I put in the call to Cristy to round the kids up…we had about 20 minutes of daylight left, and we were going to make it happen! We rushed over to one of our favorite spots for the last moments of golden sunlight, and the images turned out WONDERFULLY! Kaitlyn, who is *gulp* 13 now, looked so beautiful and grown up…and mister Brayden had just lost his first tooth and was so excited! Both the kids were troopers, and we had JUST enough time to get the Eagan family’s Christmas cards designed and printed for all to see! Who’s up for shooting in July this year?! ; ) Love you guys!

year number 2 & oakley’s debut!

Picsee Studio — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:19:28 +0000

I was so happy when my brother Josh and his sweet wife Megan wanted to include their sweet fur-kid, miss Oakley, in their session this year! My kids love it when Oakley comes over for a visit! She is the sweetest, most well behaved little doggie…and a fashionista, as well! (Check out the bow in her ‘do!) Jen and I last photographed Megan and Josh right before he left for active duty in Iraq for a year back in March of 2010. (click here to revisit that sweet session!) This time, since we were blessed with beautiful, fall-feeling weather, we decided we would meet up for an outdoor session! We had overcast skies on the day of the session, but that allowed us to pretty much travel the property and go anywhere our hearts desired! Megan and Josh, I’m so happy to see that after a year of marriage apart and a year of marriage together, your love is still spot on! : ) I love both of you guys so much! Happy two year anniversary!!

year number 2 & oakley’s debut!

Picsee Studio — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:19:28 +0000

kinley’s happy birthday!

Picsee Studio — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:25:58 +0000

I can’t believe that sweet Kinley Grace has already turned one (take a peek back at her newborn pics here)! Jessica called to see if we could capture Kinley on her 1 year birthday, and we were happy to get it scheduled! When the big day came, we were blessed with gorgeous weather and were actually able to shoot outside…in DECEMBER! *yay* I met up with the McCain family, and it was a nice surprise that grandma came along for the fun, too. It turns out that she has the gift for making Kinley giggle and grin, so I was very glad she was part of the action behind the scenes! Miss Kinley is so gorgeous…I just love her serious and thoughtful expressions with those piercing blue eyes! But when she gives you those sweet little smiles, it’s priceless! Jessica and Michael, I love your images and photographing your precious baby girl! The girls and I can’t wait to see your beautiful prints and watch Kinley as she keeps growing like a little sprout!

butler-ping . sneak peek

Purple Nickel Studio — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:54:08 +0000

Wait for it…

hayden’s first year flew by!

Picsee Studio — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:07:03 +0000

Oh my goodness, I couldn’t believe that when mom Daphanie called to schedule her shoot last fall it was already time for Hayden’s final Sweet Pea session! It seems like just yesterday Jennifer and I were photographing her maternity session! Time flies when you’re having fun! ; ) (click back here, here, and here for a year review…) Daphanie was looking for something different this go-’round, and together we decided that a downtown urban session would be a perfect new look! When the Parham family rolled up at the studio we instantly loved the soft blue, mauve and creamy color palette of everyone’s clothing! Everybody was in great spirits, and up for the fun challenge of seeking out little nooks downtown where we hadn’t shot before. The bright afternoon sunshine and shade of the buildings brought out a soft, almost peachy tone to the images – and I loved it! Hayden was all big smiles, and Erica was such an awesome, encouraging big sister. And the best part is that we came away with amazing images in time for Joe to head back to work! Done…and done! Daphanie and Joe, I love you guys! Thank you for your continued trust and support, you mean so much to all us Picsee chicks! Love your collection, your cards, and EVERYTHING…and we’re so glad you do too!

sweetie-pie stunner!

Picsee Studio — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:55:54 +0000

Miss Josie is back and as beautiful as ever! You may remember her pretty-in-purple newborn images (click here to look back) - so many people have oohed and aahed over them, the girls and I were all so excited when parents Kacy and Tracey called us again for a quick Christmas mini session last year. (Gotta have those awesome holiday cards!) I met up with this sweet trio on a brilliant afternoon last fall, and couldn’t believe how much little Josie had grown since last time! What a STUNNER! It was so adorable to see this tot and her daddy get some snuggle time together! Kacy had been gone on a work trip for a few days before the shoot, and Josie’s little face just lit up when she saw him…there is nothing like getting to capture true emotions from wee ones (and their parents), and it is always a joy to document overflowing love like the Crowe family has for one another! Tracey and Kacy, thank you again for this opportunity and we can’t wait to see you all again this year.

pristine and evergreen!

Picsee Studio — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:57:53 +0000

During summer of last year (yes, we’re taking things WAY back!), Terry had surprised her hubby Jan with a “father and son” shoot for him and their beautiful son Lucas. The session took place at their Virginia farm and we loved how gorgeous it was…and since the farm may not always be a part of the Kazmier family, we decided to photograph their annual Christmas session there as well! In front of the cabin there is an evergreen tree the Kazmier’s planted together and have watched grow over the years, and we thought of a PERFECT way to incorporate it in the images! Terry had the vision of bringing Christmas outside, so we went all out, decorated the tree, and went so far as to create our own little living area outdoors! Terry did a wonderful job coordinating everyone’s wardrobe selections, and everything came together perfectly! Lucas was a champ and a perfect model for us – Christy and I could photograph him all day every day! Jan and Terry, we love documenting your family and we can’t wait to dream up next year’s shoot with you! : )

a triple treat!

Picsee Studio — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:03:59 +0000

Sweet mom-of-two Christina popped into the studio one day last fall to inquire about our different sessions…and ended up booking us on the spot! Gotta love that!! She wanted to have some awesome family images taken with her daughter and son at a beautiful farm she passes everyday. And I love shooting at new locations, so I was totally game! I met up with Christina, Parker & Alanna on a gorgeous, sunny afternoon…and they were dressed to impress! I loved the fancy details mixed with the rustic atmosphere. This family was seriously so much fun that I was laughing the whole time! Alanna worked out all her ANTM poses, and Parker was all smiles. And at one point while demonstrating where I wanted everyone to sit atop a bale of hay, it completely shifted and knocked me backwards! I landed in a V shape, totally stuck between two bales of hay! *doh!* Thank goodness that after everyone stopped laughing Parker came to my rescue! The crazy antics that take place to get perfect shot… ; ) Christina, I had a blast with you and your wonderful kiddos! I’m so glad that you chose us to photograph your family! We LOVED your Christmas card design AND all the amazing goodies you got to hang in your home!

Make-a-Wish, Gaunes Family

Shutter Love Studio — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:27:31 +0000

The Gaunes Family was in for a family session recently, their youngest son Connor is very sick, so they wanted to get some fun photos while he was doing a little better. They are a very, very nice family and the two boys are so cute together!

-Allison