portraits

I finally got the results back from the competition I entered last month with my local photography guild back in Florida.   I’ve enjoyed being a part of the local SWFL chapter (Professional Photographers of Southwest Florida) of the PPA and FPP for the past 4 or 5 years. This year I served as the Vice President and Program Director, but now with my move to Wyoming, I will be stepping down. Being a part of this group has helped me in all areas of my photography business...but being a part of the competitions we held 3 times a year, definitely helped with me with my skill level. It also allowed...


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Preparing for Senior Portraits: There are lots of lists and tips out there but here are a few things I recommend, as you get ready to have your senior portraits taken. Find a Photographer.  First things first, you need to find the right photographer for YOU! I definitely know my style isn’t for everyone, so it is important you check around and see what you like best. Ask to see the images of an entire senior session (not just the one photo that is on display). It’s also important that you are comfortable with your photographer, someone who puts you at ease. I remember when I was having...


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It's crazy we are already in full swing for our 2015 senior graduates...wow, 2015!  Time just keeps flying! Caleb graduated last year and for his senior photos we did a little variety in our location.  I love taking senior photos in a downtown/urban setting because of all the variety it provides...cool old and new buildings, pillars, water, colorful storefronts, etc.  Then to end our shoot, we went back to my studio and took a few more.  This first photo of him in his football jersey (B&W) is my favorite! Enjoy these photos as you start getting some ideas for your own senior pictures! ...


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I love photographing these little kiddos!  These two sweet little sisters are always such a joy to photograph, they give me endless beautiful expressions and definitely keep me on my toes.  We took all these baby portraits at my studio, using a few props I had on hand along with their super cute wardrobe. I really enjoy being able to photograph each stage of a child's life...they change so much in a short amount of time.  And while there is nothing like photographing children out in nature, I think it is just important to get some studio portraits taken too. So get ready for some awwwing over...


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This sweet little angel totally made my day!  I had the opportunity to photograph this newborn at 8 days old (or should I say 8 days new?).  And from putting on her first tutu throughout the entire shoot she was a the perfect model! Typically with babies at this age, we plan to do all sleeping poses and those are usually my favorite, but....I think this one is my favorite. :) See what I mean?  Such a poser already! {swooning!} This one cracks me up...so much tulle with those little, tiny baby feet! Congratulations to Lavery's mommy and daddy!  Your little girl is absolutely...


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So maybe 6 years ago I photographed my friends, Chris and Kim, at the beach, just the two of them (first photo below).  And here we are again, back at the beach plus two very adorable little girls!  It's fun to see how much can change...even just looking back over this year.  Speaking of, where on earth did 2013 go?! Just before Christmas we headed out to Lighthouse Beach on Sanibel Island for a sunset photoshoot.  These two little girls kept me laughing and having such a great time.  While one little girl is much more dainty and delicate, not really interested in getting sandy, wet or dirty...the...


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And the world welcomes Spencer! We did all of Spencer's newborn portraits here at my studio...what a gem!  She slept like a little angel while we swapped out tutus, hats, and bows. :)  Lily (big sister) is so proud of her baby sister and was generous with hugs and kisses for her. Congratulations Jaime and Clay, love your two precious little girls! The many faces of Lily...she cracks me up! I'm pretty sure she was smiling because she loves being photographed! ;)    


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XOXO, Alison :)


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These two adorable sisters are surprising their mom with some mother day photos.  Their lovely grandparents live at South Seas and despite the unusual rainy day, we were still able to capture some beautiful portraits of the lovely ladies!


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I went to High School with Brittany and Zeke and now (many years later!) here they are with two adorable boys!  I had the priviledge of photographing their first son, Bryson when he was a baby and wow has time flown, he's grown so much! Both boys were full of smiles and energy, so of course it was a blast capturing all those faces and expressions! Here is Owen's presidential wave! This was the cutest thing ever! Bryson's parents told me that he is really in to being a construction worker.  He plays this all day long, has his "work boots," walkie talkie, etc! So I decided to build him a little...


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