newborn baby portraits lately. Oh, how I love photographing newborns, and meeting new families.
Those newborns are so sweet and they smell so good, but then I am reminded of something that someecards says best:
image credit: someecards.com
Happy Mother’s Day!
Since I’m spending the day with my children rather than on the computer (but NOT gardening, thank you 4″ of Denver snow), I’m sharing my blog post from a previous Mother’s Day.
The kiddos are already climbing all over me, asking me to go build snowmen in the backyard. With “Real Carrots!”
Q: “What did one snowman say to the other?”
A; “Do you smell carrots?”
Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful Mammas out there!
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CF card wallets and specially padded cases for our lenses. Basically anything that allows you to transport your stuff and access it easily while you are on the go. I really believe that having just the right bag (from a functional perspective), with a few key/relevant items, will make any endeavor easier. When I travel, about 20% of my suitcase has the various bags I think I might need at my destination. I was so thrilled a few years back when a friend of mine started working at Ebags. Yea, that’s what you call an obsession. And here is the story how I came to find my newest favorite bag:
Last fall I had the honor to photograph Jennifer’s family. All my photography clients get detailed preparation tips, so she knew to bring a change of clothes, a few accessories for herself, and her son’s favorite sports balls. This is quite a bit of stuff, and you want an easy way to gather it together, carry it, and also easily access just what you want without digging through a dark bag. They love Red Rocks, so that’s where we met for their family photo session. Unlike my Denver studio or a few favorite local parks, where I typically meet families for portraits, Red Rocks had us hiking very far from our cars. Sounds like just the job for a good bag, right? 😉
As soon as she showed up with this Thirty One Gifts Large Utility Tote, I knew I HAD to get one (or two or three…well, Ok, I ordered four, but some of them in smaller sizes!) It comes in different colors, it’s $35, and you can personalize it with your name (for an additional fee.) I use one for my newborn session props, and we use another as our pool bag. Click HERE to order your own. During the Month of May, you get to order a second one for $10.
BTW, please note that none of these links are “affiliate” links. I don’t get any sort of credit if you follow them – I’m just sharing the love, man.
]]>Don’t you love this weather; super hot yesterday, chilly and overcast today. Typical Colorado weather! But the changes during this “Transition Season” from Winter to Spring can make it hard to know what to wear for family portraits . Below is a sample of a great idea – by layering, you can be ready for any weather. And, having layers helps to give you a variety of images. I always suggest that my clients bring a change of top, or a jacket or scarf so we can quickly and easily “mix it up.”
BTW, all my clients get detailed prep tips, including a phone consult on what to wear. This can result in a duffle-bag size collection of clothes and accessories. One of my clients last fall brought the greatest bag for this! I’ll get the details on that bag and blog about it next time.
In the meantime, if you are looking for lots of ideas on what to wear, you can check out my other blog postings on “Style“, or check out my Pinterest guide, “What to Wear“, or check out this pin that has been repinned the most of all my pins.
Denver Baby and Family Photography
PS – My fellow boot-lovers! Wear the heck out of them now! Boot season is about to end… But boot sale season is just now upon us! 😉
]]>Isn’t this little newborn just precious? Her Mamma sent me this testimonial, and it is so sweet:
Professional, prepared, patient. Natascha was all of these things and more. As a new mom I appreciated the many choices she offered at our newborn session, without overwhelming us at the same time. Natascha has that special touch in making everyone feel comfortable and relaxed. Thank you for an exceptionally wonderful experience.– Amy Oaks, Westminster, Colorado
Wow, that’s quite a bit of snow we got in Denver! Hope you got to go out and play in it!
If you have Winter engagement portraits planned, here’s another idea for what to wear.
How cool are those patterned leggings? Just imaging adding a leather jacket to the ladies outfit on the left and you are set for some Urban Couples Portraits.
If you are looking for lots of ideas on what to wear, you can check out my other blog postings on “Style“, or check out my Pinterest guide, “What to Wear“, or check out this pin that has been repinned the most of all my pins.
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