Break time...

Taking a quick break from editing & designing Christmas cards to post a few images from this family of 3 who came over last weekend for a some studio time. They had originally wanted an outdoor shoot, but with the weather we've been having, it just wasn't working out. That's when a studio comes in very handy! Their little one was only 3 months, but did very well and gave us lots of faces to work with. Here are just a few before I get back to work!

Caught up!

Yea! This post officially catches me up on my blogging. I think? Well, until tomorrow when another busy weekend of shooting begins! Thankfully I have decided to wrap up my on-location shooting schedule after this weekend so that I can begin to do some things to actually get ready for the holidays - like put up our tree and go Christmas shopping - neither of which I've done yet! I will still fit in a studio shoot here and there, and will book a newborn if needed over the next few weeks.

Now, on to this special family I met last weekend in downtown Longview while there for Thanksgiving. It's always nice to spend time with a family who are laid back, easy going, and not putting crazy pressure on their kids to act perfectly during a shoot. Sometimes parents warn me, "They're not easy to take pictures of. They run from me when I have the camera out!" So, I come prepared (Smarties work wonders!), but I had absolutely no problems with these girls. In fact, the 2 year old actually loved the camera. What a deal!

Fave family shot:



We were right by the train station and it was VERY busy that morning. Can you tell?









I love this one because even though big sis isn't smiling, lil sis just has this adoring expression while looking up at her sister. She'll be watching her every move for many years to come...







Thank you so much for such an enjoyable session. I look forward to sharing them all with you just as soon as I can get them done! You have lots of Christmas card choices, trust me! :)

Katie, Sr '10

I really enjoyed meeting this Quinlan High School senior this past week and getting to capture LOTS of memories for her senior portraits. Thank you for entrusting me with such a responsibility! And a special thanks to my assistant as well.

Without adieu, here's sweet-spirited, quiet, perfect-complexion Katie. :)



Name: Katie

Named after anyone: No



Favorite color? Blue



Special talent? French horn



Favorite dessert? Strawberry cheesecake





College? Yes, either Texas A&M or SFA.




Dream job? Animal behaviorist




Favorite time of day: evening







Greatest accomplishment to date? AB honor roll for 1st and 2nd six weeks



Why did you choose Photo Jewels for your senior portraits? Because the pictures are clear and beautiful.



Thank you again for the opportunity. I really enjoyed our session and look forward to sharing the MANY images that will be yours to choose from...