Welcome to my new blog - I am in love with the design! A little about me: I am a sinner saved by grace, wife to an amazing hubby, and proud momma of two kids. I long to live a life that glorifies God, and I am diving head first into developing my passion of photography. Until then, I continue to work my "day job" as a part-time pharmacist and full-time mommy! I can't wait to see what the future holds!
The purpose of my blog is to share a little bits of my recent sessions, and to poke a little fun at my own family here and there. Watch for some giveaways and specials now and then too! I love comments and feedback, so please don't be shy!
My style is relaxed, informal, candid and FUN! My goal is to capture your treasured memories in a relaxed environment, and to create images that you will cherish forever. I have a passion for photography, and I hope that I can be a blessing to you and your families!
I have know Jonah’s mom for some time now, and was so excited when she contacted me to photograph Jonah’s 6 month portraits! Jonah has the most easy-going personality, and is a super smiley baby. I am in LOVE with his eyes, and had so much fun playing with him at his session. He started to fuss a little towards the end, so we recruited my hubby and kids to come and entertain him. Mike did a pretty good job! Maybe I’ll have to hire him as my assistant. 
Yes, maam, I am the proud new owner (renter, whatever…) of a NEW STUDIO SPACE!!! Papers signed this evening, keys exchanged, moving tomorrow! I am SO. EXCITED. about this new venture in my business, and can’t WAIT to show you the space! The greatest part - IT IS RIGHT NEXT TO MY HOME NOW!! So I can literally still walk out the door in my jammies, take like 5 steps, and be in my studio. How cool is that!?! I’m hoping to use more natural light in this space and have an awesome, CLEAN space for you to relax in! Come on over for a visit anytime!
March 9, 2010 - 2:47 pm - HOW AWESOME! So so happy for you! It's so amazing how God is using you and working through you and your gifts! Can't wait to see the new space
And I thought that maybe photographing babies would cure my baby fever… not so! Poor, poor Mike. He thinks we should get another dog… um, NO!!! I think I might be wearing him down on my new lens purchase, and other big things are in the works here at the studio! Be sure to stay tuned for some (hopefully) big announcements in the next few days!
I had the pleasure of photographing the Swenson family and their newest addition. At 1 month, Nolan was pretty alert, but we did get a few moments of shut-eye. His big sister was an absolute hoot, doing the typical “cheese” smile that most toddlers do. After she was done she went up to play with my kids and join them in eating far too many popsicles and suckers. My mother-in-law was watching the kids. This explains a lot. :) Enjoy the sneak peek!
I often feel like a broken record on my blog, but it is so true when I say that I truly come to love each and every one of the people that come through my doors. You are more than just a client, and your children hold a special place in my heart. I want to know about you and your families, about your likes and dislikes, your best moments, and about the little things that are going on in your lives.
Miya first came to the studio when she was seven months old, and I was so excited to get to photograph her 1 year portraits as well. Like most 1 year olds, she wasn’t very interested in sitting still to have her picture taken, but we got a few really cute shots before an outfit change and minor meltdown. When she came for her 7 month portraits, she wasn’t really sure of the camera and didn’t get many pictures of her smiling, but we did good this time! Thanks Brandi for bringing Miya back in, and I hope to see you this spring or summer for family portraits!
Almost everytime Miya went to smile, laugh, or get excited, she covered up her mouth… SO. ADORABLE.
And when they are done, they are DONE, and they let you know it!
Ok, I seriously need to have etsy removed from my computer. Blocked. Taken away. It has become an addiction, and I NEED A NEWBORN to photograph to justify to my husband everything I have purchased. It’s getting out of control! Hats, beanies, headbands… I DON’T NEED ANYMORE!! But there are sooo many cute ones out there! Anyways, I wanted to post a few images of new products that are available… the first is the image proof box, which holds up to 200 photographs and comes with a custom image around the outside of the box. 5×5 albums are now available too, and make a great gift to parents and grandparents! I had a couple of great sessions today, and hope to get a sneak peek up shortly!
FYI - I caved and went to GACC. SO. DELICIOUS.
Jeni is such a brave woman! Not only for braving my first boudoir session, but also for being willing to let me share a couple of her favorite images! Jeni is a big Marilyn Monroe fan, so we summoned a little vintage feel and went after it! I had a blast, and I think Jeni did too, and for my first session, I don’t think we did too shabby! Thanks Jeni for allowing me to “practice” with you, and for having the guts to go for it! Ladies, there is still time if you want to schedule a boudoir session for V-day for your man! Trust me, he will love it!
I was so excited to photograph Cooper for my mini-session special! I photographed Cooper as a newborn, and now at 4 months, he is full of life, smiling, and laughing. This is one of the happiest babies I have ever seen, and I had so much fun talking with him and capturing his many expressions. My personal favorite is the one with one eyebrow up… Mr. Serious! Stay tuned for more upcoming specials and giveaways in the next couple of months. I have something special planned for my anniversary in May, which will be here before you know it {this is what I keep telling myself to get me through the FREEZING weather we have been having…}.
I LOVE MY JOB!!! It is just so much fun to get to know the families I photograph, and to see their children grow. Lindsey and I were saying that the first time we met Chloe was only 5 weeks old, and we just finished up her 6-month session… time flies! Chloe was an absolute joy to photograph - 6 months is one of my favorite ages… babies can usually sit, but aren’t mobile enough to go anywhere, so it’s relatively easy to get some great images. If you remember Chloe’s last session, she had the tutu in her mouth the entire time, and this session was no different! Lindsey spent quite a bit of time trying to get her to keep the tutus out of her mouth, but I think some of the ones with her eating the tutu are the cutest! I recently built a new tile backdrop, and was so excited to use it for the first time with Chloe… she’s here so often I feel like she is my little guinea pig! We had a great time, and now that I’m finally figuring out photoshop, things are going much better!
I win, muffin top! Take that Great American Cookie Company!
My great plan for the day was to run a couple of errands and then return some pants {that were too small, by the way} to the mall… and you know, since I was there, maybe make a stop by the GACC for a little treat. :) Well, my plan was not to be. Someone up above was looking down today and intervened. When picking up my children from my mother’s house, I locked my keys in my car. Awesome. Called my husband, who would normally be able to leave work and rescue me with a spare key. Not today! He was on his was to deliver fitness equipment 45 minutes from our home. Awesome. Called my brother-in-law, who manages a car store. He sent reinforcements to jimmy the door open. No such luck. Yep, awesome…
By the time we got the door open, it was nap time and I was exhausted, so we skipped the mall and came home. Maybe we’ll try again tomorrow…
You guys rock! And just like that, 300 fans… I wasn’t really prepared and had planned to take my own photographs of one of my favorite necklaces from NoisyCricket on Etsy {don’t even get me started on the amount of $/time I spend looking there - SO many cute hats and beanies and frames and photography props and rings… you get the idea. I could do a whole post on my goodies from Etsy, but that may be for another time…}, but here I sit in my office, feeling just a little lazy. I’m trying to re-learn my new, “real” version of photoshop, and I think that I have made it through editing something like 4 pictures in about 3 hours… not good people, not good! I put together a collage of your 3 options to win - each is a necklace that can be fully customized, and {maybe?} could be here by V-day!?! No promises…
So, how do I win this awesome prize, you say? Here is the scoop… {1} leave me a comment on the blog or {2} leave me a comment on my facebook fan page. That’s it! Simple! The winner will be randomly drawn from the pool of commenters - a comment on both the blog and facebook get you 2 entries. And if you are Jeni M. I will throw in a couple of twinkies for you if you win ;). Ok… hop to it! Contest will close Tuesday night, Feb 2 at 10pm.
February 1, 2010 - 5:46 am - Congrats!! :) Keep up the great work!! :)
February 1, 2010 - 6:02 am - Jeni M. made me come! I'm having a great time looking through your blog! It looks great. :)
February 1, 2010 - 6:11 am - TWINKIES! looking forward to seeing some stuff from your recent sittings ;) if you like etsy you should look for Beadin' Babe on there, I love her stuff.
February 1, 2010 - 1:08 pm - Love our family pictures!
February 1, 2010 - 2:18 pm - Thanks again for taking Chloe's pictures on Saturday. I'm so lucky to have such a talented and creative photographer. :) Super excited to see how the pictures turn out! Lindsey Madsen
February 1, 2010 - 3:10 pm - Emily, Congrats on over 300 fans! You do an amazing job with your photography business!
February 1, 2010 - 4:18 pm - Emily congrats, your photographs are beautiful! Keep up the good work!
February 1, 2010 - 4:36 pm - Congrats on your 300 fans and growing. Your photos are beautiful.
February 2, 2010 - 3:52 am - Excellent photoshoot today. . .you took some amazing pictures. . .i love the way your creative brain works!! i cant wait to see the completed pictures!!! :)
February 2, 2010 - 4:03 am - just booked a time for my daughters 1st birthday pictures, cant wait for the session!
February 3, 2010 - 3:28 am - Emily, your photographs are wonderful! Great work!
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