Dan's THE Man!

I know, I've been talking about this blogsite for months and doing these little "teasers" to get you all excited for the big launch. I mean, if you know me at all, you know I don't hide my emotions and the "I can't wait" factor is HUGE for me right now! Are you excited yet? If not, maybe this will do it. These images are of Dan. He is the amazingly talented videographer behind all of the cool video my new blogsite is going to have. I'm not talking about slideshow type stuff. This is real footage. Me talking (OMG, what's better than that), clips from client's sessions and more!

Dan and I came up with a bunch of ideas months ago and they're all coming together bit by bit. I'll be able to show and tell you more once the blogsite is up but a little hint, if you want a "fusion" session with photos and video, we've got it! It's gonna be all the rage!

Dan is super busy as the videographer of his own company, Poetic Cinema. If you are having a wedding or other event, Dan's the man. Just take a look at his work and you'll see why he's so good and why I'm so lucky to have found him to work with me. Not only that, but he's fun, laid back & easy going. We have had a lot of good times together.

This session was one of them. These are some promo shots I did for Dan. He wanted something less "videographery" looking. He brought his son along for the fun so I got them in some shots together. Made for a fun day. Enjoy!

This is very "Dan".

We thought this was funny...

...and this too. Dan's hiding behind the pole-can you see him? HA!

Loooove their relationship. Very close and comfortable.

The "K" Children-A Mini Session | Cincinnati Child Photographer

I get a lot of calls from people saying they really want to use me to photograph them/their children but don't have the time/money/patience/etc. for a full session. I can't tell you how many times I've delighted and surprised people when I tell them about my mini sessions. They are 1/2 the price and 1/2 the time and the best part is we still get LOTS of great images!

That's exactly what happened when Lynn called me. I've known Lynn for a long time and was excited when she told me she wanted to do surprise portraits for a father's day gift. The kids kept it a secret the whole time. Kudos to them for that! NOT an easy feat! I heard the pictures were a big hit-yay!

The "Z" Family-Preview for the new blogsite! | Cincinnati Family Photographer

Going along with the "teaser" for my new blogsite theme, I thought I would introduce you to the family that's going to be starring in a video among other things! SOOO can't wait. You actually may remember them from their session back in 2008. This time we decided to go casual & high energy! We ended with a trip to Graeters. I mean, any session that has ice cream in it HAS to be fab! The result is amazing. It doesn't hurt that they are just gorgeous! Luv you guys :) LOTS more of them to come soon.

Angie and her gorgeous girls. Her daughter and mine are bff's...awwww

They are smokin hot!

These "group hug" images really get to me. You can't see all of their faces but you can just feel the love.

Something about moms and their sons...

My absolute fav from the session-such a slice of life with three growing siblings!

The "R" Family | Cincinnati Family Photographer

Turns out, a lot of people go to Suburban Pediatrics! I got another call from this mom wanting family portraits because she saw the display at the office. After talking we discovered we have a lot of other things in common too! When I met them in person, I felt an instant connection which helped me capture their true selves. They have three adorable kids and brought along their cousin too. I'm always excited to go places people have never been. They were in awe of Ault Park and couldn't believe it's right in their "backyard". I have a feeling they'll be back to explore more together :)

Senior Spotlight-CAROLINE| Cincinnati High School Senior Photographer

What a wonderful session. Caroline wanted something very simple and classic. We ventured down to the park and then had a wonderful time exploring old buildings. I felt like we were in another city...so refreshing! Caroline is very interested in history so this setting suited her well.

My first name is: Caroline

I go to school at: Sycamore

My graduation date is: 2011

The last thing I ate was: yogurt with raisins and granola

My dream job: Archaeologist

My favorite music/artist: Beck, by far

My favorite thing in my closet: all my big sweaters

My favorite pastime: Scooby Doo with the brother

My favorite word: bophead

My favorite website: Google

My favorite magazine: National Geographic

My favorite place to shop: Chicago in general

My favorite high school moment: any concert ever

I have never… been to Mexico

If I had $1,000 I would … buy huge original oil paintings

I love Big Shots Photography and working with Marla because: she’s so nice and easy to work with.

The "S" Family | Cincinnati Family Photographer

I shot Allison's senior session last year. She was so bubbly and full of excitement as she talked about her hopes and plans for her senior year and college. Well, now it's all happening. She graduated on Sunday (YAY!) and is headed off to Clemson in the Fall. You can just tell when someone is going to get what they want and I had that feeling about Allison. I met her mom, Julie, at her session but just got the chance to meet the family a few days ago. Her brother is entering the high school and little sis will be a 6th grader at the same school my son goes to. Small world! They wanted a family portrait while everyone's still home. Julie said her favorite pictures are when they are in a park like setting so, off to the park we went! I mean, who knows when they'll all be together again. Probably Thanksgiving. That's just the way it works when kids go off to school. So, now they have these sunny memories of everyone together. It was fun working with you all. Good luck Allison. I know you're going to do great things :)

Senior Spotlight-JESSICA| Cincinnati High School Senior Photographer

Jessica is such a GREAT girl. You may remember her from Danielle's friend session. We had a blast on her THREE hour Cool Shots Session! All of that time gives me so much flexibility to go new places and try new things. We had so much fun exploring with her friends. I mentioned that I had always wanted to have someone wear a big, fluffy prom dress in an alley and her friend, Jill, just happened to have her prom dress in her trunk! How perfect!

I have to say, I laughed hard (and by myself) when I read what she wrote about me saying "grungy"! Thanks Jessica :)

My first name is: Jessica

I go to school at: Sycamore High School

My graduation date is: June 2011

The last thing I ate was: Chicken Sandwich

My dream job:

My favorite music/artist: Rascal Flatts

My favorite thing in my closet: clothes

My favorite pastime: sleeping

My favorite word: Gumption

My favorite website: facebook

My favorite magazine: Instyle

My favorite place to shop: More than one favorite

My favorite high school moment: Volleyball game against Harrison during Volley4the cure

I have never… been to Canada

If I had $1,000 I would… donate it to cancer research

I love Big Shots Photography and working with Marla because: she is fun and energetic and I love it when she says grungy!