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Another Cutie | Raleigh Child and Baby photographer

admin — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:18:56 +0000

I was so happy to photograph this cutie, last time I saw mom she was preggo with her. She is so darn cute!

Father’s day gift guide – Raleigh Family Photographer

admin — Wed, 29 May 2013 11:33:47 +0000

Stumped on what to get the dads in your life for Father’s Day? Worry not, we’ve got your back!

Two of my favorite photography friends, Christine Plamann (of Christine Plamann- milwaukee’s greatest baby and family photography studio) and Dawn Sela (New York and New Jersey baby and family photographer) helped me create this awesome list of creative gift ideas for Father’s Day!

Sources:

Beer Making Kit – for the DIY dad in your life
*Rare* Beer of the Month Club ~ the ultimate gift for the beer loving man in your life
The iGrill – there IS an app for that!
Power Shave Collection - for the dare devil dad
Portable Hammock (trees not included)
Nespresso Machine (we have one and LOVE it)
Golf Lessons
Durham Bulls Tickets
Your kiddos drawings made into a keyring!

Sweet and Simple Handmade Gifts:

Martha Stewart’s Father’s Day Crafts for Kids

Better Homes & Gardens’s Simple Handmade Gifts for Dad

Are we missing any super awesome amazing Father’s Day gifts? Let us know in the comments!

Dana’s having a baby | Raleigh Maternity Photographer

admin — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:43:51 +0000

I had the pleasure of photographing Dana a few weeks ago and I am so excited to photograph her new bundle. I really enjoy maternity sessions and all the joy they capture…mama’s look awesome carrying their babies. We held this session at our downtown Raleigh studio with some outdoor shots as well.

A Baby Makes 4! Raleigh Maternity and Family Photographer

admin — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:51:26 +0000

I have been posting on my Facebook Fanpage and have totally neglected my poor little blog! I am so sorry. I will start sharing some sessions this week!

Emma is One | Raleigh child Photographer

admin — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 22:14:21 +0000

I have been photographing this little cutie since she was just a few weeks old and now she is a bright, gorgeous one year old. I had a blast with her family during her session.

This cutie | Raleigh Family Photographer

admin — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:43:16 +0000

I was hit by a bug last week and was so sick. Now I am up and at them and ready to take Raleigh by storm ( sort of). I am editing sessions and designing our new senior packet for 2014 girls and planning our spring mini sessions for April.

How cute is this little guy?

How to decorate with your family portraits

admin — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 01:30:54 +0000

My clients always tell me they would love to see how I decorate myself with my own family portraits and so I took some quick pictures today of my living room and hallway. I have more rooms to show and figure I will do an installment on different rooms so you can get ideas yourself on how to show off those gorgeous portraits that you order from us.

The canvas over my mantel is 30×40 and honestly I could have gone a tad bigger, but I do like to layer other size prints on the mantel so I think it works. When I suggest that my clients go big it’s for a purpose. You can’t have a tiny 11×14 hanging above your fireplace or behind your couch. It would just look silly, so when selecting portrait art be mindful of where you will be hanging it. This isn’t to say there is no place for smaller portraits, but those should be grouped so they can still make a statement.

Most people assume that I work mostly in my studio, but I mainly edit from my home office so this desk in my living room is my work horse.

As you can see I have 3 mounted framed 11×14 prints over the TV which work in a grouping.

As you can see below I actually did a mixture of metal and wood frames which works with my decor style and I also have some color images as well as B&W.

Work your portraits in within your current art. I love art and I am not telling you to replace the art your currently have, but I am saying that you should approach your family portraits as art and fall just in love with your canvas or framed prints and show them off. What better way to make your house a home?

I love this canvas portrait of my husband and I. It’s 24×30 and works perfectly in the space selected.

This picture is a favorite of my oldest son that I framed with a budget friendly ikea frame in my hallway.

In my entryway I have a grouping of framed smaller prints and I love the way it looks.

I do have lots of portraits in my home, but I love my family and I adore looking back at these times and moments. Don’t be afraid to embrace larger portrait art and have fun with different types of frames for an electric look. Don’t forget that I am here to help and if you need me to design a wall display to assist in your own home art display, we are happy to do it.

Product Spotlight – Custom Designed Coffee Table Book

admin — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 23:33:02 +0000

This album made its way to its new home a few weeks ago so I had to share a few pictures of it. Our hard cover album is gorgeous, it’s a flush mount album with a nice linen finish to the prints and the pages are rigid which means your book will last for many years of enjoyment. This was such a fun session and I am glad they chose to not only get wall portraits, but this lovely album as well.

Madigan Family 2012

admin — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 22:21:14 +0000

I am having so much fun going through my at of the year sessions. This family never disappoints. I love the clothing and they are always so fun.

Urban Fam | Raleigh Family Photographer

admin — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:30:08 +0000

I love downtown sessions. They are by far some of my favorite. I have been shooting Yvette’s family for years and every year her kids get cuter and Chase steals my heart each time. That kid is too much.