Tag Archives: Pleasanton Photographer

what to wear….

July 20, 2010 – 8:57 pm

This question is always a topic for discussion when preparing a photography session.  But it is the aspect of the session that should never be overlooked.  Not only do you want everyone in the photo looking good, but you also want to consider on how the photos will be displayed or used.  Inspired by the recent blog article posted in the National Association of Professional Childrens Photographers {which I am a member of}, I decided that I really need to sit down and think about how I can help clients get ideas for their sessions.  I came up with these arrangements using one of my favorite kids clothing stores, Gymboree.  Half of my childrens’ closets are filled with their clothes.  Love ‘em.  Not to mention that I also have the Gymboree VISA to receive added benefits!  Stay tuned for more clothing ideas!!!
PS.  Sorry I’ve been gone for so long.  But I’m back!

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thank you 800 fans on facebook…

April 30, 2010 – 3:29 pm

and because of this everyone gets the benefit of a give-a-way!!!  So for this first prize winning adventure, I’m going to give-a-way a Mommy & Me Photography tote {the one I make for my new packaging} along with a special surprise for the inside….

To enter all you need to do is…….{and I thought of this in the shower}…….name a movie, show or series where dandelions are featured.  For example, in Charlotte’s Web, the non animated movie, dandelions are featured in the ending credits (love that illustrated art btw!!)….enter your comments on my blog.  Double your chances by entering on my Mommy & Me Photography Fan Page ….. triple your chances by retweeting on Twitter.

oh, I will add:  you don’t have to be local to enter!!! I’ll send you the package!!!

A winner will be drawn Monday morning, May 3rd.

GOOD LUCK!!!!  Happy Friday and have a wonderful weekend.

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rain days are fun…

March 2, 2010 – 10:27 am

Rain day, again!!! Get the kids dressed up and do the session anyway….if your session date falls on a ‘rain day’, let’s go shoot anyway… {then we’ll reschedule another day full of sun and springtime flowers}…call me today to schedule your ‘rain day’ session!!!!

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some polaroid fun…

February 23, 2010 – 7:24 pm

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a celebration with Cinderella…

February 12, 2010 – 5:28 pm

At the end of January, we celebrated Maddie’s 5th birthday party.  Every year we throw a birthday bash for her, and every year it turns more and more into a huge glorious production.  This year, I decided to bring in entertainment {for my sanity, although, it was still totally crazy here!!}.  I met up with networking friend, Jenny Waters, owner of the Social Butterfly and co-owner of the Cinderella Company to discuss my intentions and plan of action for Maddie’s party.  We mutually decided on Cinderella for storytelling, singing, magic and face painting….and a coronation ceremony for Princess Maddie.  WOW!!!!  When Cinderella came to door, Maddie was more than surprised….she was totally enchanted!!!!  With 17 knights, princess maidens and little blossoms running wild with sword fights, makeovers, play doh, food, and candy…Cinderella stole the show and bestowed a whole bit of her magic upon them….

Thank you Cinderella…..as Maddie said on her delightful day, “This is the BEST Party EVER!!!”.

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