To Veil or not to Veil...

I don't think I could have more fun at these bridals. We took these on October 4, when it was pouring rain all day. I thought for sure the weather would be typical Utah rain, (let up every five minutes) but it just never seemed to quit. I am glad that a downpour of rain didn't stop this couple. We had a blast going in and out of the capital building. Before we had the bridal session the bride really contemplated not having a veil. Well, I think the pictures speak for themselves on how wonderful she looks, and her veil really adds to her whole look. Also, when I asked her if the groom was joining us for the bridals she looked at me like I was crazy for wanting to break tradition. Later she called me and told me how she wanted him there. I told her he would be a great "accessory" to her ensemble. Honestly, I think he couldn't have been more wonderful to have in these pictures. If anyone is thinking about whether or not to have their groom in their bridals, remember that he gets to see you in your dress for more than just a couple hours on your wedding day, and I promise, if I can't get that perfect smile from you, he will be able to!

Deadlines

When I took my children's pictures last week, my main thought was on Christmas Cards. Now I was thinking of the Cook family Christmas Card, but I did realize that I need to get some deadlines out there so everyone knows what to expect for the holiday season.

Sessions done for Christmas reorders need to be taken by November 20, 2008

Christmas Reorders are due by November 30, 2008

The last sessions I can book for the year will be December 20, 2008

If you have any special requests or questions, please let me know soon, so we can get those dates on the calendar.
Well the pictures of my children are a slight sneak peek at our family Card this year. I didn't want to give away images from the card, so I am posting some of Adam's favorites. (Expect an unveiling of our Holiday after Thanksgiving) I debated about whether or not to put the first image on my blog. I know how sad they look, but I just couldn't take my eyes off the image. I keep thinking about words to describe it and I can't even do that. If anyone has any suggestions on how they would title the picture I would love to hear it. The other two pictures are to reassure everyone that it is possible to get heartwarming smiles from any child!

Rushing It

Normally when I take a photo session, my goal is to process the photo, and go through them and blog my favorites. Well, this wonderful couple is getting married the first of November, and she really wanted fall leaves. So we pushed having their engagement session until the last possible minute, and on September 20th, we had the session, and they had to make their final decision two days later so we could get everything done for the printer. So, in my rushing it (not the session, the processing) I didn't get to take the time to find my favorites. Well my opinion kind of changed as I went back and looked at the photos, and I decided I would share a little of everyone's favorites. So I love the first one, the mother of bride loves the second, and the bride loves the third. The one thing I love about every picture is that they tell a story about the two of them and how truly in love they are.

I am particulary fond of the bride, because she is my wonderful sister-in-law, who has always made me feel so much like a sister. Which leads me to thank my in laws for having me take the pictures. It is so fun to take pictures with people who trust me so much with such priceless memories. Thank you for everything. I know even with "Rushing It" The C family is going to have a remarkable wedding!