Friday, March 12, 2010

Baby Bump

So yesterday was a maternity shoot with Chantelle and her boyfriend Nick. I set up in the piano/workout room and the light was awesome. Everything went very smoothly and I got some fantastic shots. I am looking forward to getting them posted for all to see. Chantelle was so comfortable (after a few min of being in front of the camera) to try some shots in little clothing! She has a great belly, can't wait to meet the little guy.

Today I am off to take more pics of Ryler. I am going to work on the photographs for Ten Toe Soup Designs. Ryler is perfect he is tiny and sleepy.....Just what I need. I have foudn a sitter for my older two children and it looks like the Baby is coming with me. IT was the mom of Ryler (Natasha) that suggested I bring him along. This should be interesting! LOL.

I am finding more and more people around me are preg, more than ever....I am loving this.

I started out taking pictures at weddings, now more and more maternity and newborn shoots. I guess as I get older, I have less friends getting married. they are all now having babies, so....I get to capture this journey. I love being able to "control" the shoot. This is much different to taking pics at a wedding. I have way more control even though the babies can be more in control than me! LOL

Have a great day!

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Things are looking up. After a long (too long might I add) 2 months of no photo shoots, I am getting back into the swing of things. There was one shoot last week, 3 this week and hoping more to come. Oh actually I have 4 this week including my monthly shoot with the ever growing belly of my friend Crystal. I often do not think of it as a shoot cause it takes me only 10 min.

Crystal has given me the honor of capturing her belly every month, since 3 months. I am definitely liking this. Its fun to see how she grows from month to month. At 34 weeks we will do a full maternity shoot too. Its funny how when I walk through a mall and see a belly all I can think about is being their photographer......when most women just want the belly!

Its off to Mission for me. I will stay at the in-laws since I have 2 photo shoots out there tomorrow. This way I can get up without having to rush out there with the kids to drop them off. There is less pressure and the kids get to have a sleepover at Baba and Papa's.

Time to run.

Cairith

Monday, March 8, 2010

Ok so Ryler was awesome...after he got used to being naked of course. He is so tiny, hard to believe he is 1 month today. Most babies are bigger then him at birth! He was a precious little man to work with. I got to enjoy snuggling him and calming him down. I know, I know, TOUGH JOB.!

Here is a sneak peek for all to see.

Baby Ryler

Well I am just getting ready to head out on another shoot. Today is a newborn shoot with Ryler. He is a teeny baby at 4 weeks old just weighing in at 6lbs 7oz. I am really excited to try new things and expand my portfolio. Its a beautiful day and I will be back to tell you all about it later today!

Friday, March 5, 2010

Baby Lily

Today was a great day. Not only was it sunny with spring like temperatures, I got to take photos of Sweet Baby Lily. I must start by thanking a great girlfriend for so graciously offering to take my 3 beautiful children. Without her help, this shoot may not have happened at all.

When I arrive I like to sit and talk for a short time before starting the shoot. I get a feel for light and the family. Lily is just so precious...I know all babies are, but really, she is a GEM. I had such a great time with Shannon (mommy) and Lily. They were a true joy to work with. Lily was awake and squirming there was no sleeping for her. She was happy the whole time and i heard maybe one peep outta her the entire 2 hours. Finally by the end of the shoot she was sound asleep so before i finished packing up we took he upstairs and got some really great shots.

Shannon had agreed that Lily could be a model for Ten Toe Soup Designs, so that was the main reason for the shoot, and I took some extras :) I just love it so much. I am excited to get them done and ready for Sharon at Ten Toe Soup Designs.

Monday is another newborn shoot here in town and it is a shorter shoot. Ryler is 4 weeks on Monday and still a wee man. He is weighing in at 6lbs 7 oz. Oh I can not wait to get my hands on him! :-)

Good night all!
Cair

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Slower Times

Well I am looking forward to doing some photos, later this week, for Ten Toe Soup Designs. I will be doing a newborn shoot with an assortment of the Ten Toe Soup Designs'. Hats and slippers, cocoons and a stork pouch. This project has been delayed a couple times as I was sick and scheduling problems. Trying to find a sitter can be so hard sometimes. I find a person, then the husband does not feel comfortable. UGH....I want a live in nanny!

I need to get in the groove. I have not really been working much in the new year. It sucks, but I know it will pick up once the HIT of Christmas passes and he weather improves. I can't wait to be so busy that my head will spin. I love the rush of a shoot and the nerves running rampid until I upload them to my computer. Engagement, Weddings, Bumps & Babies I love it all.

This spring I am really hoping that I can start the "Trash the Dress" portfolio. I have some great ideas and if you want to be a model with your dress, you should not delay. There will be great deals for the first 2 that contact me.

Getting inspired is a huge part of my job. I love to look at other peoples photos. I get a better idea of what I want out of my photoshoot. Ultimately I know it is the clients shoot but the creativity and technical aspect of the shoot that makes the shot, that is mine!

:)
Cairith