Archive for September, 2011

Congratulations to Beth and Jeff as they welcome baby Avery into their happy home!  These two were married just a few short years ago and I remember their celebration like it was yesterday…especially when I saw Beth for the first time that day getting ready to be a Bride.  Wow.   ♥

I am so incredibly happy for them to be a family, and am honored that they chose me again to capture the sweet smiles of little Avery, and of them together as they played with her.  Watching parents play with their babies is like nothing else…so full of love, and amazement.

I just read one of Beth’s Facebook status’s that read:
“Avery’s laugh is the best sound in the world.  I love how my baby thinks I am the funniest person!”

Isn’t that so sweet?!  It’s true…for this short time, their love is unconditional and they love and need you no matter what.  I write “for this short time” , but I HOPE that it lasts forever.

Anyways!  Without further delay, here’s Avery!

 

The pink jacket on the left side is a FISHING vest!  Her daddy loves the sport, so naturally, she’s gotta have one too!  And she’s holding a fishing wire ~ SO cute! :)

Congratulations Beth and Jeff ~ your baby girl is so precious!  Welcome to parenthood!  It gets easier, and more fun…every stage is a treasure.  Hugs to all of you! ♥

 

With love and laughter,

Sue

 

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So…I remember it being the beginning of August when I started to see Halloween decorations creeping into the stores aisles and shelves thinking, really, already?  Wasn’t it just July 4th?  And NOW, I’m seeing Thanksgiving decorations everywhere…which leads me to why I’m writing this post.  Fall is upon us and though I can’t believe we will be looking at Black Friday before we know it, we will,  and I want to make sure you have enough time to get in some photo sessions with your loved ones  and family ~ in enough time to get some holiday cards made and mailed out.  It’s totally possible. :)

I want to help too because I’m a mom now and I know how crazy this whole life thing is once it’s not just about you anymore.  (And if you’re just you, enjoy it; I loved life when it was just me too!)  :)

I will be including a complimentary set of holiday photo ornaments with every Fall session as long as it’s scheduled and completed by November 20th.  They’re so fun!  I will custom color them with your name, and string them with a matching ribbon so they’re all ready to hang on your tree, and those you send them to.  They’re made of a sturdy cardstock paper…a fun replacement to the traditional cards that could get thrown away.  These will adorn your tree and your loved ones trees for years to come. :)

So, contact me soon so we can schedule our session together ~ let’s get out there and have some fun!

 

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Spending time with Elizabeth and Brian reminded me just how amazing it is to find that other special person to share your life with.  They adore each other…but out of strength and stability.  What I mean by that is they both have such an individual presence, a knowledge and appreciation of who they are within themselves that they can easily share themselves with one another.  You just feel it when you’re around them.

Their Engagement session portraits are some of my most favorites to date because they are genuine, romantic, AND fun.  Most of my sessions are though because those feelings are what I’m working toward when I’m sharing that time with my couples.  But I think I like the pictures so much because I know how nervous they were before hand, and for them to see what I saw while around them was something they never expected.   I love showing my couples how much in love they are though my pictures.  They know they feel it, and they can see it in each others eyes…but to see them together that way is something we don’t normally get to see.  It’s a very important time in our lives to capture…when we’re in love. ♥

As I made the drive out to Belhurst Castle on Seneca Lake, I was filled with excitement for their Big Day.  The sun was shining in the bright blue sky, there was just enough of a breeze rustling through the trees, and the lake was shimmering like it was overflowing with diamonds ~ spectacular.

Elizabeth and her girls were finishing up at the salon ~ the staff did an amazing job; perfection!  It was obvious how professional they were and how much they cared.

Just stunning.  We made our way back up to the suite to relax and get ready

 

Three generations ♥

wow.

Beautiful Elizabeth.

I said my ‘goodbye’s’ for now, and ‘have fun’s!’ and headed out to see the Groomsmen.  They were all dressed, and having a great time…in the tub!  LOL

Our Groom with his proud and adorable Dad (who later in the evening busted out the  ‘robot’ move on the dance floor! )  :D

Off to see the castle!
Working with the event coordinator, Carmen, is always such a treat.  She is extremely professional, a sweetheart, and is always at least one step ahead, with happiness.
:)

Here comes the beautiful Bride!

Congratulations! :D

Cheers!

Family and Bridal Party portraits ~ the Ring Bearer, and Flower Girl are SO cute!

Wow, nice wheels!  His dad drove his Packard especially for their Wedding day!

Time for toasts, dinner, and dancing the night away!

Quiet moment during dinner ♥

‘Raffael of ‘Paramount Sound’ did an amazing job keeping the dance floor hopping throughout their celebration!

I was SO excited to see a couple there that I knew!  I had no idea they knew each other, and when I saw them, I ran right up to hug hello.  I photographed their Wedding just a
few short years ago, and to see them so happy and having fun was a real treat.  ♥

Cake!

Incredibly beautiful wrap around diamond ring setting with a traditional band

Congratulations Elizabeth and Brian ~ what a beautiful and FUN celebration!  SO happy for you!

 

Please check back in a few months to see their entire Wedding online.
I have also posted some of these photos on my Facebook page where you can ‘tag’ yourselves, or share them! :)
Enjoy!

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