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It is a lot more fun with three kids! | Marietta, Gerogia

It was fun spending time with this family.  I think we may have run a lot…that is pretty typical with any session that includes an 18 month old!  I love how busy and curious they always are. It is hard to believe that sweet little Grace is already 18 months old! This was a milestone session for Grace.  She is so cute and still has just a little bit of baby in her but you can see she is really a toddler now and on her way to being a big-girl 2 year old.  It is bittersweet that she has to grow up so fast. You want to keep the third one small longer (I think) but it will be fun to hear what she has to say soon!

Merry Christmas to this family.  How fun Christmas morning will be with three kids under the age of Six!

posted in: Childhood,Family

A session share from one of my recent sessions in Marietta.  What a sweet family.  They have many fantastic pictures to choose for Christmas Cards this year.

I am holding Christmas Card Mini-sessions THIS Saturday afternoon in Smyrna if you need a last minute picture of your family or children.  This will be a short session focused on the family as a whole or children all together for the purpose of Christmas cards and gift prints.  I have 2 spots left if you are interested in the details. Contact me asap for the details if you think you are at all interested!  Update 11/8: All full!

posted in: Family

This year I have been working with The Gold Hope Project to help Fighters and Survivors of pediatric cancer.  I had a session with a local “Fighter” recently.  I am so happy to now know Audrey, her mom and also her dog, George. Audrey is a Fighter for the second time with Neuroblastoma and has started chemo again this summer with a phase I trial at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston.  We met one morning in Smyrna the week she started this new trial.  When I asked her mother what made Audrey the happiest she said “Dogs” so it was important to me to have George be a big part of our session.  I am so glad he was there.  I don’t think he cared much about having his picture made but he really brought out Audrey’s personality.

Best Vinings Photographer Gold Hope

I ask all prayer warriors reading this to please pray for Audrey and her family. Please pray that the trial she is currently on is successful and mostly pray for a miracle as that is what is needed the most.  You can read more about Audrey’s story on Gold Hope’s Facebook page HERE.

If you know any other child under the age of 21 that is currently a “Fighter” of cancer or one that is a “Survivor” of the disease, you can direct them to The Gold Hope Project Site so they can apply for a session of their own and help spread awareness of pediatric cancers.  They can request me as their photographer or another one if they are not local.  It is an International organization with hundreds of photographers waiting to donate their time and give to others what they do best.

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posted in: Childhood

Dunwoody Senior Photographer

Dunwoody Senior Photography: This has been the coldest Spring!  Not what I have envisioned for some of my outdoor sessions!  This afternoon was so chilly and very windy.  Only a guy could be such a trooper and not let it bother him.  So, we pressed on and managed to have a great time despite the dreary weather.  These were all taken at my Studio in Marietta which allowed us to easily run inside to recover from the weather when needed.  I so love the classic, timeless look of black and white pictures.

However, my clients end up ordering color even if they thought they would get B&W.  I think they are just so much more vibrant and clear than what people print at their own labs that they can’t resist.  And, they look great framed on the wall.

Without color, how else would you know what color Ryan’s shoes were?!

🙂

posted in: High School

What to wear Spring picture Atlanta

Need wardrobe inspiration for an upcoming spring photo session?  Try bright and colorful pieces, complemented by rich mocha and/or denim.  These are some examples of jeans that are a little dressier so family portraits are pulled together and comfortable without being slouchy.  It is the perfect time of year for the ladies to show off their super cute sandals and wedges!  The weather is just going to get warmer from here (fingers crossed).

I am booked for May and have a couple of spots left in June for family sessions.  Now is the perfect time for class of 2014 Seniors to book their Senior Portrait Sessions. You can find more information about the details of one of my Senior Sessions here.  I always reserve extra time in June and July for my Seniors – we have such a good time!

What to wear Spring picture Atlanta

posted in: High School,What to Wear

On the 5th day of Christmas…

A handsome Senior High School boy

Atlanta, Georgia

A Senior Boy Session is definitely different than a Senior Girl Session (usually).  The girls have lots of ideas and we try all kinds of new things.  The boys do whatever I ask of them and are there just to make their Mom happy.  This young man was no exception – so polite and I liked him immediately.  He did not even mind sitting next to his twin brothers for a quick Christmas Card shot!  😉

Looking for a good teenage boy Christmas Gift? I have no ideas for you.  I’m assuming something electronic would be good.  Even my 11 year old doesn’t give me ideas and says “anything is fine, there is nothing I want.”  Is this where having a boy starts to pay off?

Gift Idea: I can frame and wrap a gift certificate for a customized Senior Portrait Session.  I will be doing these again starting in February and it applies for Class of 2013 and Class of 2014 Seniors.  Email me for details.

Camera: I’m sure I am biased but I think a nice camera is a great gift for anyone especially a teenager.  I don’t know that much about all the brands and what options are out there, but I know I loved the Canon Rebel I had years ago. You can check this link or Costco to see what has the better price.  Unless you know a lot about it, purchase the camera with the kit so you have all the pieces needed and make sure you pull out the battery and charge it before Christmas morning.  What a bummer to open it and not get to use it right away.

Merry Christmas!

posted in: High School

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