Miss "D" Sneak-Peek!

I met "D" a couple of weeks ago when she came by for a consultation. Now - not every Senior comes in for a consult, but I love it when my Seniors do! I like getting to know you before I photograph you :). Often, meeting me alleviates any nerves you may feel. Or - it may make you more nervous :). Just kidding (I hope)!

We began our journey at The Boise Depot. This is a good ol' faithful location, but I DO try to spice it up by moving around the area, rather than just at the Depot. Also - the depot is getting a facelift, so we weren't able to use any of the great architecture. Not a HUGE deal, since I know of some other spots around the depot.

Another cool thing - I got to use my $15 Craigslist chair. I swear - my husband is going to ban me from buying chairs. I have a "realiable four" that I choose from for my sessions. This one, though, is probably my favorite. I just love it! Best $15 I've spent in a long time! I think I'll start buying a new one for every school year. That way, people will know which year you graduated by only looking at the chair...the wheels are a'turnin :).

Anyway, I had a total blast with this sweetheart and her mom. I hear she is an amazing singer, but she is so humble, she didn't even tell me that! All of you know that I, too, was heavily involved in choir, so choir guys and gals have a special place in my heart :).

Thanks, "D", for letting me hang out with you! Enjoy your Sneak-Peek and thanks for helping me break all the rules!

ATTENTION SENIORS!!!

Hey, Class of 2009!

I've got some great new products that have been HOT this year. They are Coffee Table Albums. Ever heard of 'em? They are really sweet books that are made up of your session. You can personalize your book even more by sending me some of your favorite quotes to place in the albums.

Here are a few pages of one of my recent Senior's Coffee Table Albums. Click HERE to see the entire album.

DeLish Wedding Sneak-Peek

Okay - so funny story about the bride. She came in to interview me around February, I think, and she walks in. I know I've seen her before. Then she tells me, "I bought a TV stand from you awhile ago. I knew this place looked familiar." Isn't that too funny? Small, small town, Boise is.



One of my favorite things about this couple is their sense of humor. It is not cutting, it is not sarcastic. It's just plain fun! For example, they named their wedding "The DeLish Wedding" - not because either of their names is "DeLish". It's actually Parrish and DeLong. Get it? :). Sooo cute! Carrie also informed me that their family has a "Mayhem Committee" for each family function. You'll see the proof in one of the photos later in this post.



Anywho - what a wonderful, wonderful wedding. The bride and groom, together with their friends and family, made their commitment to one another so clear. Their intentions of being committed for life was written into their vows and shown on their faces. They asked for the support of their friends and family in their commitment. They thanked their parents for setting such a beautiful example of marriage. It was just such a different wedding. It was an honor to photograph it!



I came to "St. Chapelle" just a few minutes before Carrie & Matty met eachother for the first time that day. I had never been to the winery before this, so you can imagine my awe when I saw it. It's absolutely gorgeous and I can't blame anyone for wanting their wedding there. Just gorgeous!







Carrie's bridesmaides/officiant were just as much of a hoot as the bride and groom themselves. These people were not afraid to goof it up in front of the camera. It makes for such great shots! Oh yea - the officiant? She's actually a childhood friend who became ordained for their wedding!





I really loved the parasols that Carrie brought for her bridesmaids. They made for really fun photographs!!! Girls, this is a great idea - take it and run with it :).




Carrie & Matt were up for anything, so I took them away from their reception for about 10 minutes to catch this beautiful sunset light in the orchards. I would love a place like this for a studio. How fun would that be?






Here's the "Mayhem Committee"'s contribution to the DeLish Wedding. LOVE IT!



In case you haven't noticed by my other wedding posts, I love love love the dancing. It's so full of emotion and you can hardly ever find me with a dry eye after the first dances. This was certainly no exception. First- she dances with her adoring groom.




Then - she dances with her dad. Now, Carrie is such a cutie-patootie! My observation and assumption is that she was crying when she was dancing with her dad and then felt silly for crying (you're not silly for that!), so she and her dad began giggling uncontrollably. It was so darling. With a song likeNessun Dorma, I don't know how anyone could have watched this dance without tearing up.






Thank you, Lovely Carrie & Matty, for allowing me to photograph your wedding. It was a complete honor. Enjoy your Sneak-Peek and Consider Yourselves Loved...

"C"'s Sneak-Peek!

"C" is an athlete from Timberline. He likes Golf, among other sports, so we decided to begin our journey at Warm Springs Golf Course. He's got these amazing blue eyes, so I knew I would LOVE photographing him in his blue golf shirt. We headed downtown for some more photographs and sneaked in some at the Anne Frank Memorial before it got too dark. What a great guy! I had so much fun with him and his mom - can't wait for them to see these!

Thanks, Mr. "C", for letting me photograph you on Monday! Enjoy your Sneak-Peek and thanks for helping me "Break the Rules of Senior Photographs"...

The "R" Family Sneak-Peek

Oh my, oh my! What a hunk of chunk this 6 month old is! He is just so sweet, cute, happy...and all of this after a hard night of teething and not enough sleep :). He has a sister and brother who simply ADORE him. They were so sweet with him. This little boy sure was not lacking attention or love!

I had so much fun hanging out with the "R" Family on Thursday. Such a sweet family with such sweet spirits. Thanks, Guys, for letting me play with you! Enjoy your Sneak-Peek and Consider Yourselves Loved...