I’m so excited to start with my 7 on 7 project. Each month I, along with several talented photographers, will be sharing 7 photos on the 7 of each month. This month, I am sharing photos from a visit to the woods with my daughter and her husband to celebrate her 3rd wedding anniversary.
We went to Henry Cowell State Park in Felton California. A tip for photographing in the woods: Because of the tall trees, you want to photograph more midday as later in the day, when it’s the best time to photograph (2 hours before sunset), it will be darker because of the tall trees.
They brought their chocolate labrador named Blue, and also my grand-puppy! He’s a tall field lab and has the sweetest disposition. While he looks imposing, he would actually lick a burglar and invite them to play with his “baby”, gently loved stuffed animal elephant.
The shoot reminded me of an engagement shoot because I wanted to capture the love they share for each other. You see, they were high school sweethearts. Falling in love at 15. When all of us said it was puppy love, my daughter and her husband knew they were meant for each other. They got married on their 10 year anniversary and amazinglyenough, they truly love each other more today than they did on their wedding day.
I’m such a proud parent at how mature their love is, filled with communication and vulnerability, while having so much fun together. It’s all a mom could wish for their child.
Hope you enjoy the images. Once you’re done, click on over to check out the always beautiful photos from my friend Kristina
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Below are 6 tips for taking Christmas Photos. Where did the custom of sending Christmas cards start? Research shows it started in the UK in 1843 by Sir Henry Cole. He was a civil servant (Government worker) who was very interested in the new ‘Public Post Office’ and wondered how it could be used more by ordinary people. I couldn’t find information on when photographs started to appear on Christmas cards but I recall them back in the 80’s. Boy was that a horrible time for hair and clothes!
Being a photographer, they are my favorite kind of card, however the reason I love them is I can stay connected to friends and family and watch their children grow and change. In this very electronic age, I feel that Christmas Photo Cards are more important than ever.
There is nothing quite like capturing memories with your loved ones. Are you someone who enjoys taking beautiful pictures of you and your family? Then you are probably always on the lookout for inspiration for your next photo session. Below are some unique photo ideas that you’ll love.
Are you a fan of the photos that your grandparents or even great grandparents have taken? Why not replicate them yourself? All it takes is a bit of editing and you can achieve the same look and feel.
For the first day of school, get some fun pictures of your child getting ready. You can then do the same on the day that they graduate from high school. It’s a great way to create an amazing “before and after” picture. You can even choose to add on college photos later.
Photos are one of those items that are passed down through generations so why not create one that future family members can treasure. Take a photo with your daughter, mom and grandma to show the generations of women in your family or any other mix of family members that you want to place in a picture together.
There are many fun ways to show your progress through pregnancy. One of those ways is documenting it with photos. It is the perfect way to capture this time in your life. Years from now, you’ll be able to take your child through your journey before you got to meet them and share that special moment with them.
If your pet is a member of your family? Then capturing memories with them is just as important. There are so many great ways to take some amazing photos. Whether it’s outside at a park or in the comfort of your own home.
Getting married in the near future? Taking a quirky couple photo where your wedding date is displayed is a lovely way to invite people to your wedding. You can do anything from writing the date on the bottom of your shoes to using chalkboards or balloons to display the date.
Why not make finding out the gender of your baby a fun surprise for everyone by turning it into a fun photo that you can send around. Some cute ideas include releasing pink or blue balloons out of a box or you could incorporate a cute color frame to hold around your belly.
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I was thrilled to repay the kindness of Hailey from Archer Inspired Photography who photographed my family for me. She decided to photograph her little family at home, including their beloved pooch. The Williams’ relocated this year from Bakersfield and wanted to share their home with their family through their holiday cards.
We also captured some images of in a field near by which was perfect. The love that these two parents have for each other and their son Archer is obvious and I was happy to capture that love.
Archer is 5 months old and when they moved here he was less than a month old. This is essentially his first home and they now have that and their love captured. These images will be one of the first keepsakes that will be passed down from generation to generation.
Photographing this little family was a special experience and I was happy to repay the favor. Thanks again Hailey and enjoy your images!
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Amazing photos deserve an equally amazing display. You always have to use a traditional frame to showcase them in your home. Below is some inspiration for deciding how to display your favorite memories.
If your home décor is very contemporary, then you might want to consider canvas gallery wraps, image blocks or standout mounts to showcase your photos. Going frameless is also a great option if you’re looking for something truly sleek and modern.
If rustic and chic is more your style, then why not turn old pieces of wood into stained photo clipboards. You can use binder clips to hang the photos against the wood. Another unique option is to hang your photos on a thin cable. This will make it look like a clothesline. Binder clips also work perfectly for this. You can also get barn wood frames that look very rustic and would fit right in with your taste.
If you’re the creative type and have some extra time on your hands then there is the option of creating frames out of washi tape. This way you can incorporate different colors and designs around your photos to really make your walls pop.
If you are a fan of frames, why not buy different sizes, colors and styles and create one big photo wall that displays a variety of memories. There are so many shapes and designs that you can use to create your photo wall and really make it your own.
We work with so many creative vendors. This help us to offer a wide variety of traditional and non-traditional framing and display options. We are able to help you pick a unique option that suites your home and style. Whether it’s a traditional frame with hand-cut matting, shadow box or float frames, we will help you pick the right option for your home.
No matter which method you choose, get creative. Filling your walls with a lifetime of memories is one of the most special and visual ways to tell the story of your family, so get hanging.
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