Austin & Erin

What a beautiful frosty morning we had on Saturday! Erin and Austin had a bit of cold to fight through but thanks to their great attitudes we have some exciting photos to show!

I'm excited for your wedding... you two have such a great relaxed approach! It's refreshing!

The more I look over the portraits I realize your genuine looks and can't wait to work with you in a few short months!

Merry Christmas

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE and Happy Holidays!!!

I got home late last night to my dad's and I'm excited to get my snow boats on and head outside where all the trees are perfectly covered with frost! It's absolutely breathtaking out here at the Hahn Ranch to see the snow covered hills and frost covered trees. 

I have been looking at the weather and pray that everyone gets safely wherever you are heading for the holidays. Spending this time with your friends and family is really the true gift of the season. 

I know children are anticipating the final countdown to Christmas morning.  I have always anticipated the Christmas Eve service with candle light and the traditional carols that uplift and bring a smile to everyones face. It truly brings "joy" to your heart! 

Drive Safely...  Celebrate the Season... and Merry Christmas to you all!

Family Sessions

Happy Tuesday!!! What a great time of year it is! I mean I can't help but to sit here at my desk and smile... SMILE... SmILe! I love Christmas lights, trees, stockings, nativities, and oh... the wonderful smells of the holidays!

Yes, if you need a little get away stop by the studio... I have candles burning (they are awesome!!!), the tree lit and it's pretty cozy!!! After today with the weather changing... I think I'm in the perfect place to stay warm.

Today was such an amazing day. I got to meet Nathan and Jennifer's addition to their family... Shawn!!! What a complete sweetheart he is! I loved getting to cuddle him! Such a happy and cheery baby. We tried really hard to get smiles out of him during the session, but we struggled. It wasn't until he was packed up for the car ride that smiles came out... ahhhh :) that's how it goes!!! hee hee

Then this evening Matt & Jenna (I hope I am spelling that right! I forgot to have you write it down for me!) stopped by with their two year old and their little baby boy! Avery loved my bubble blower and the "pretties" around the studio. aka... jewelry!!! Ha ha what a fun time she always has. Carter just hung out most of the session, with bright, wide open eyes. A wonderful family! I just keep smiling at how great it is to see such happy families. To see the love that is still in the parents eyes. The way they work together with the children.

ha ha ha...
and the best... how silly they are willing to look along with me to make their children smile!

Thank you for trusting me with such precious moments in your lives and the lives of your children.

Cheers!

Photos to come!

Taylor

Wow!!!

What a BEAUTIFUL day we have! It's absolutely amazing out there today.

We were very fortunate for the great day for Taylor's senior photos!!! I told her over and over again, but what a wonderful smile she has and every time!

We jumped all over the place this morning enjoying all the different areas that we could take in.

Taylor thanks for the enjoyable senior session! I had to take a sneak peak at the photos and wanted to share a few of my favorites with you!

Drive home safely and keep in touch!


.... as for me.... I'm off to go see my nephew who was born on the 29th of October!!! Carter... HERE I COME!!! I'll have some of his photos to show when I get back on Wednesday!

Take care

It's Wednesday!

Good evening!  

ha ha... I always laugh when I write that cause I don't know when you will be reading this!  It may be morning, afternoon, or night.

Anyway!  Today seemed like it was going to spoil Whitney's plans for senior photos out at the farm house...

BUT we SUCCEEDED!!!! 

It was absolutely beautiful, with all the warm colors of fall. The rustic look of the buildings and the fog that was settling in the hills made for amazing scenery.  I have to give lots of credit to Whitney for toughing it through the cold as everyone gets to do with sessions this time of the year. BURRrrrr....

Then into the studio to capture some of the amazing pieces of art work that you have done! You truly are talented and I hope you pursue it! Even if it is for personal use only!  You have a skill there!

Dawn thanks for all of your help! You are a wonderful chauffeur, clothes holder, blanket warmer, and well I could go on and on. Thanks!

I'm off to dinner tonight but will try to get some sneak peaks up for you!

I had a great time!

Nicole

Nicole... thanks for being so patient for your little sneak peak!

What a beautiful day we had for your senior photos. The sun was shining the weather was the perfect temperature and it was such a relaxed session!

Here's two of the fun ones with your guitar.

I just love your laugh in the one!

Enjoy!!!

Clay & McKayla

Wew!!! Just getting back in and warming up my fingers enough to send out a little blog for Clay and McKayla's engagement session.

We were able to move their session up from 5pm to 2pm today and are so thankful for being able to do that. It sure was getting colder and colder out there!

Fall colors, the creek, smiles, laughter, sunshine, long sleeve shirts... and SNOW!!! Wait the best part was the final touch they added with their beanies! :)

Can't wait to check all those out! LOL They were so darn cute!!

Clay and McKayla are engaged to be married on January 2, 2010! What a wonderful way to bring in the new year!

I had such a wonderful time. Thanks for your genuine smiles, your heart felt laughter and for the memories.

Enjoy these couple of shots!

Zonta

Hello everyone!

Today was one of those amazingly long days! I mean I got up at 5:30am went to the Business Networking Group I'm in and enjoyed some Chai Tea with the other great professionals in the group. By eight thirty I was back at the studio and setting up a slide show, photo displays and gathering products to take to the Zonta Expo. By ten I was loaded up and headed over to the Civic Center. We set up quickly and rushed back to the studio to work on some orders, e-mails, photo shoots! Then back to the expo at 3pm!!!

It was a wonderful experience if you have never been a part of any Zonta fundraising or event.

Zonta International is a global organization
of executives and professionals working together to advance the status of women worldwide through service and advocacy. Nearly 33,000 members belong to more than 1,200 Zonta Clubs in 67 countries and geographic areas.

The exhibitor's like myself were enthusiastic to work with and out to really enjoy the evening. The prices and drawings were unbelievable, to show the support for this group.

Check out Zonta's Website for more information and support!
www.zonta.org

Next time if you hear of Zonta... GO CHECK IT OUT!!! I would recommend it!

Well... it's almost 9 and I have some more work to do! Until next time... Take care :)

The boys...

These twins are turning 4 today!!! Happy birthday to the two of them! I hope all their fun surprises today go as planned.

Yesterday was the perfect day for their photos. We couldn't have asked for warmer fall weather, beautiful leaves, colors and everyone had their naps in! I think if I could have had my wish we could have went on climbing trees, fishing, piling what leaves there were and forget about going back to the studio!

These two photos are two of my favorites! I just love the little look on their younger brothers face and the twins are just "classic" up on the tree like the big boys they are! I will not add all the photos up here that could be used to show the boy's girlfriends some day, I'll keep those for their parents!

Thanks for bringing your boys Jaime! They are so adorable!

I still sit here and laugh when I go through their session. There are just so many expressions and looks!

Mary

Yes, because of the weather today I am going to just stay inside out of the wind where it is nice and warm...

and update you with all the great sessions!!!

Here's a few of Mary's session! We went up into the hills and found some beautiful locations with great light. The evening couldn't have been any better weather. Mary you are one sweet girl and a joy to work with. Always keep that amazing outlook in life!!!

Enjoy!

Bethany... 2010 Senior

I was trying to think of a good word to describe Bethany before I sat down to share a sneak peak of her Extreme Senior Session. I thought of "cute," but know she's more than cute! Then innocent but I'm sure her sisters would say that's not true! So I decided to say she's just adorably sweet!!!

That's two words but oh well!

LOL

Well you can see what you think from these few photos. The day was beautiful with only a few slight breezes. The temperature was perfect for fall clothes and the turning of the leaves was exciting to capture in a few of the photos.

Thanks for bringing in your last daughter Eunice!


I'm off to play some volleyball!

... enjoy!

Alicia

Alicia's session was a wonderful exploration! We drove up into the hills, around town and finished up at the studio. She has some of the most amazing eyes and her naturally curly hair was adorable. Alicia had lots of ideas for her session and her laid back approach to life seems to show through the photos! I had a great day with you and your mom! Best of wishes in all you do. ENJOY!

Tifany

You did an amazing job today Tif! Wanted to show you a few of the ones that have caught my eye. It was a privileged to meet you and your mom! You have a sweet personality. We did great out running the sprinkles this morning.
Best of wishes for all you chose to pursue in life. We'll keep in touch.

Cheers!

What a wonderful Week!

First things first!  I just got back from a wedding (which I will create a post for later!) and a week with some great photographers in Iowa.  One of the great photographers is a very dear friend of mine. Loni, thanks for a wonderful week together!  I enjoyed all of our laughs, talks and the stories we have to share. I also want to thank another great friend who we stayed with along the way. Sara, I don't know too many people who take in friends at all hours of the night and then get up and cook them a home cooked breakfast. You are truly a wonderful host and friend. Thanks for opening your home. It was a real treat getting to see your smiling face again. I miss your giggle. 

To the new friends I met during the week at the professional photography schooling, I hope we can all stay in touch!