Sunday, March 27, 2011

We've Moved!

We've upgraded to better digs! Please accept this as your 'change of address' notice!

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See you there!
Cydil
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Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Baby C's Newborn Pprtraits

Oh my goodness, may I gush about Baby C's hair? So, so lovely!



I was so thankful that his mommy had the foresight to set up this session prior to his birth. We were able to photograph him at a mere 8 days old.

...before they know it, those little feet will be running around the house!



Thank you for the privilege of documenting this precious and fleeting stage of life!

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Sunday, March 13, 2011

Wall of Fame Kids 2010-2011



Last year it was my privilege to photograph select patients of A Caring Touch Pediatrics and International Adoptions (ACT). My children, Ellie & Reni, are patients there (and have been since 2006) so I know first hand what personal, first class service they administer! It's an honor to partner with them in this endeavor!

Each summer ACT updates their office space with fresh portraits of their patients. The slideshow above highlights some of my favorites from each of the 30+ families photographed last spring.

If your children are current ACT patients, they are eligible to participate in this special promotion which includes a discounted session fee and 1-16x20 after it has hung in the office for one year (available for pick up June 1, 2012). There are a limited number of session openings (during the first two weeks of May), so contact me as soon as possible for the session times and locations which suit you best. Already some dates are FULL and only 4 gallery-wrapped canvas slots remain!



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Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Caleb + Toni

I had the opportunity to photograph a couple of Asbury student friends for their upcoming joint senior music recital in voice and piano, the culmination of four years of university training. The challenge for me: posing a male and female subject together who are not related (like siblings in a family session) nor dating/engaged/married. I think we succeeded in getting more than a few good shots for their posters and invitations. Here are a few of my favorites! Thanks for checking in!



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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Baby W Turns 1!






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Monday, February 14, 2011

My Valentines

It thrills my heart how much these two love each other. When we adopted Reni this past summer, we were concerned that Ellie would have a difficult time sharing her parents after having them to herself for nearly four years. Not a bit. It's like he filled a missing piece in her heart, just like he did ours. But really he didn't fill a missing piece, rather, he GREW our hearts. We're absolutely smitten with our little guy. And by "we", I mean me and my better half: Nathan. We joke that his first valentine's gift for me was an iced-tea maker. And I was really happy with the gift. Isn't that funny? That's the kind of practical girl I am. And he knows it -- who I am and what I like -- which is just one of the many, many reasons I love him. I love you, Babe!

Happy Valentine's Day, everyone!
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Thursday, February 10, 2011

"Feeding your Photographer"

I came across this great little post about feeding your wedding photographer. If you don't have a wedding planner, this might be helpful when working with your caterer. ;-)

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Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Yesterday this little beauty arrived on my doorstep. I can't describe the satisfaction I feel when an album comes in. Like one wedding photographer has said, "It's like crossing the finish line." This is what your wedding images were intended for: a thoughtfully designed collection of portraits and images that tell the story of your wedding day. This is THE album your children will cherish when you are old and gray ;-)

Here are a few images of Micah and Rebecca's album and a few images of some album spreads. Their summertime, country weddings remains one of my favorites. Their package didn't include album credit, however about 18 months after their wedding they approached me with the request for an album design which they wanted to order as a Christmas gift to themselves. It wasn't quite ready for Christmas, but did arrive just in time for another holiday coming right up on us! Thanks, Micah and Rebecca! I trust you will enjoy this for years to come!







Album Specs:
Size: 15x10
Silver page gilding
Name Embossing: branded
Clover: Glove Black leather
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Thursday, February 3, 2011

Lexington Children's Photographer: 2-year-old "L"

I don't know where time has gone! I can't believe it's been over a week since I posted. Lest anymore time pass, here's another sweet one from 2010 that somehow didn't get published here. I wish you could see her hair! It's amazing! Her mom just swept it up there on the spot ... gorgeous! Share/Bookmark

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Lexington Family Photography: The "B" Family

Last fall was a bit busy and some portrait sessions just didn't make the blog -- but I'm glad to pull them out now and remember warmer days and wonderful people! The dads in this session are brothers and their families got together for some portraits together. Thanks, B Family! You guys are great!




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Friday, January 21, 2011

Amber & Kaleb's Album


There is something so sastisfying about looking at a finished album, the culmination of a photography work. Looking at these images I am taken back to a beautiful June Saturday last year...
Amber selected the leather color, Distressed Rust. I love the look of this leather and it will only get better with age!


Below is the digital composite of this page spread, and above is how it looks as a mounted, photographic print

A couple of additional page spreads from their album,,,


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Friday, January 14, 2011

Dave & Alex's Wedding Album

The days approaching Christmas brought the FedEx truck several times to my door! Most boxes contained the leatherbound culmination of 2010 wedding photography endeavors. Before I reluctantly turn around and ship the albums to their intended homes, I photograph a few of them to remember them by. ;-) Especially if the end results exceeded my expectations. I just loved Dave and Alex's blue glove leather album cover with silver accents and modern font. You can view a few images of the actual album followed by some images of the digital design prior to development and manufacturing. (Please note that my logo does not appear on the actual album pages -- this is just for internet security purposes).









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