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Sum – sum Summertime….sum – sum Summertime!

June 26, 2009

It’s fairly predictable that my blog will be neglected over the fun summer months. The kids are out of school and I am balancing their activities with a busy studio schedule.  I will make every effort to post more frequently. The studio will be closed for a few days over the Fourth of July, but we’ll be back in full swing after that!

Here are a couple of peeks of what I’ve been up to – Mr. C here came in for his six month session. He was so happy and such a charmer! Big brother posed for some pictures, too (bottom image):

Mr. F has been visiting the studio since he was six months old. I can’t believe he’s three years old already! At the same time, he’s so talkative and smart that you would think he’s four!

And I haven’t forgotten…..

Many of you noticed we didn’t have one for last week. I had every intention of adding one for this week and have three potential winners. However, the schedule is getting tight this summer and I don’t want to make it difficult for the winners to book their sessions. So without further ado….

If your photo is featured be sure to contact me before next Friday for your complimentary session and 8×10!

Go splash in a pool and enjoy the weekend!

~M

Kate: I can't wait to see the rest! LOVE the pic of Charlie! Poor Jesse just wasn't in the mood I'm afraid!

PamN: Beautiful images. Really reminds you of just how fast they grow!

Giovanna: Just beautiful!

Kristie Chadwick: Great images. Your lighting is perfect. I love flashbacks!

Anna Mayer: Oh...love that first one of the baby hanging. Simple and delicious.

A Thank You that brightened my day.

May 30, 2009

I suppose this blog could be considered a thank you for a thank you. A sweet and talented photographer friend, Heather Mosher, sent me this gorgeous bouquet to thank me for helping her with some computer issues. While I do hear my fair share of thank yous and certainly hand them out just as often, this is the best one I’ve seen in awhile. So thank you right back, Heather. I’m loving these flowers. And how adorable are the lemons in the pitcher?

p.s. If you’re in the New Jersey area and want some amazing photos of your chlid you’d be doing yourself a favor to check out Heather’s work – oh, yes you would! Just click on her name above to visit her website.

Is everyone else enjoying the weekend?

Cheers,

M

Shellie: What gorgeous flowers and such a great way to say thanks!

Kimberly Hill: Too sweet! Doesn't a "thank you" just make your day?

Marmalade: Very well deserved I'm sure as you always go out of your way to help peeps!! Beautiful flowers.

Danna: what a thoughtful and "sweet" gift :-)

Brandy: That was very sweet Heather!

PamN: :)

Anna: Those are just beautiful! What a nice way to say thanks!

Julie: How sweet of her! And what a GORGEOUS arrangement! I just love it!

American Idol Fans…let’s celebrate!

May 21, 2009

Did you guys catch the most entertaining season finale Idol has EVER put on last night? Simply amazing! My boy Kris won – although Adam is crazy talented as well and America really couldn’t have gone wrong with either! I have to say that with all that talent in one place there was a little bit of something for every taste – Rod Stewart, Black Eyed Peas, Cyndi Lauper, Santana, Lionel Richie, KISS….good grief that totally made up for the lousy KC and the Sunshine Band visit on disco night.

I’m still on Cloud Nine and want to spread the joy. So if you’re a client and you are reading this. Heck, if you’re not a client and you want to be…here’s the deal.

Make a comment to this post or any other on the blog  and you will get a free 5×7 from a past or future session. Today only. Free is good, right?*

Go Kris!

*one bit of the proverbial fine print (although technically this isn’t fine, the size is the same): Offer does not apply to orders already placed. Thanks!

**UPDATE**

Wow – incredible reponse! Thanks so much to all who participated. We have 21 awesome clients who will be claiming their 5×7!

I will be in touch with everyone to see which 5×7 you would like. They will need to be sent to the lab together to help make the workload manageable, so I will let you know an order deadline. A few people were confused about the fine print. That only applies to orders recently placed with me that have not yet been delivered. Any image that you orginally purchased from a past session will be in the archives and can be pulled. You can also opt to use it for a future session.  These are unmounted 5×7s and unfortunately upgrades to larger sizes are not possible.

Thanks again and please be patient – it may take a few days to get to everyone!

Stay tuned….it’s Flashback Friday!!!

Jenna: Kris ROCKS!!! I was so glad that he pulled it out and not Adam. Adam will do just fine anyway. He seemed super nice, just a little weird.

admin: Erica Baisas gets her 5x7 for commenting a few posts down. Good to point out that you can leave your comment here or anywhere on the blog! Thanks!

Kate O: I was a big Kris fan too! Was happily surprised when he won!

Sheri: I was super glad that Kris won, since he also plays the piano, guitar, etc.! His more style is more conventional and "American." I'm sure Adam will do just fine with the kick start he received.

admin: Erinn gets her prize...commented below! (keeping track of winners here).

Shelley: I was so glad Kris won. He looked totally surprised. I think they were both great guys, Kris is just more my style.

Lisa Dunn: I love American Idol. I'm going to miss it!

admin: Sheree - got your comment 3 down.

Andrea Mirsalimi: Oh, you probably won't like this, but I thought Adam was the one with the most star quality. I think he will be a bigger hit than Chris--even if Adam looks like he stepped out of the Rocky Horror Picture Show!

Julie: I missed it, I had to work last night! But I don't know how I feel about guys that wear eyeliner...

Markita S.: Okay...I really liked Adam. But I agree America could not have gone wrong either way!!!

Markita S.: Although I LOVED Adam....America choose well!!!

Colleen Smith: Yeah...Kris won!! I really thought Adam was going to win, but I was delightfully surprised. Kris was one of my favorites.

Anslie: This was the best season! I loved Kris

Chelsea: I was so excited I actually got through to vote for Kris! :-)

Tomeka: Michelle - long time no hear from - I see your work is still as beautiful as ever Gavan will be 7 months old on the 25th and steadily growing - take care:)

stephanieprock: I was for Kris too! He has been my favorite for the entire time. Plus, I am an AR girl rooting for the home town boy! I don't have any orders pending but I made a comment anyway.... maybe it will apply to future orders? It not oh well... this reminded me to look through your pics... which is always a joy!

Kelly Clymer: I think it turned out the best for everyone. Adam is a superstar and doesn't need idol...Kris is such a sweetheart and can benefit from what idol can offer him!!! I love AI

Diane: Adam is talented and belongs entertaining in Las Vegas! I am so glad Kriss won...this was the best season ever!

admin: Nancy and Athena I got yours a few down and Becky your technical difficulties are noted!

Getting his game on…

April 20, 2009

Literally! Mr. M was truly a sport (pun intended) and decided that napping inside this Georgia Bulldog helmet was fine as long as I would LEAVE. HIM. ALONE. AND. LET. HIM. SLEEP. ALREADY! I seriously don’t think there’s anything sweeter than a new Bulldog fan. GO DAWGS!!!

And big brother teaches him how to “respect the ball” :)

I finally gave him a moment of peaceful rest…

It’s a gorgeous day here! Hope everyone enjoys the weather. A sweet new baby girl will be featured next…stay tuned!

~M

Connie: So adorable! The newborn shots are precious but big brother hugging the ball is priceless.

Danna: it is always a treat to visit your blog, your work is simply wonderful! your clients are very lucky to have you capture these memories for them.

dena robles: It is amazing that little wee bubs can fit in a helmet, it really shows just how tiny they can be. Lovely photos, all of them.

Brandy: Eeeeek! This post was just filled with cuteness!

Kimberly Hill: I laughed out loud and scared the poor dog! I do hope Mom & Dad will hang those two DAWGS images together in the family room... large! So glad you finally let the wee one sleep and shot the beautiful black and white. What a treasure for years to come.

Tracy Thompson: Beautiful work Michelle, so sweet!!

Jenna: I am mom and believe me when I say . . . we will have many of Michelle's UGA shots hung in the house. You should see the ones I have with both my boys as infants laying on a UGA football that she took . . . and the one of my oldest son sitting backwards in his jersey with a football! Michelle is AMAZING!!! Go Dawgs!!!

PamN: Oh these will look fantastic on their walls and NEVER go out of style!

Terrilyn: Bwahahaha! Oh my word, these could not be any more precious. Perfection!

sheila buhr: oh my love that one in the helmut!!

Shellie: These are so stunning!! The first image is so creative and fun! These are all great though!

Cindy: The shot in the helmet is perfect! Beautiful photos.

Andrea Hillis: LOL! #2 is great! Love them all.

Susan: Wow - that shot in the helmut is just fabulous. What a sweet little boy! Now, he can truly claim to be a Bulldawg from birth!

Dawn Roberts: LOVE the second one, SUCH a great perspective.

Heather Moraru: I love everything about these photos - gorgeous!

Amy Sansbury: Love these! Go DAWGS!!

Baby J makes his blog debut!

July 17, 2008

This sweet little man couldn’t be bothered to stay awake for his first photo op – he peacefully slept through most it – which is just how I like it!

Mom looks absolutely beautiful here!

As I recall, when big sister had her newborn session a couple of years ago she stayed awake through most of her session! Do you see a resemblance?

I’ve had the honor of photographing this family for past couple of years – thank you so much for letting me capture your memories!

STUDIO NEWS

We have frames! Stunning frames in three different pricepoints with countless custom double mat combinations to finish your favorite wall portraits. If you need a custom frame for a print you have already ordered just call the studio and I’ll be happy to help you select one!

The studio will be closed for a mid-summer break from August 2 to August 14. Emails and phone messages will be returned on August 15.

It’s sunny and bright here today – hope everyone has a chance to enjoy the weather!

~M

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