Happy Valentines Day – Early!

January 12, 2016 by Debra 2 Comments

Hi, this year has flown by so quick. I say this every year. Each year time seems to pass much faster. Just a quick note regarding “Valentines” in my title and in the text of my post. I purposely left the apostrophe out. Sounds silly, but for Google and SEO purposes this was intentional.

Grandchildren are a blessing. As I sit at my computer I think of many different ways I can brighten mine up a bit. My oldest- Brie just loves anything Frozen. Anyone with young children will most likely understand! She was my inspiration for this Valentine’s card.

Free Valentines Digital Card

I would love to share this digital card with you. Of course, the image you submit will be featured on the design. All you need to do is contact me. Fill out the form and in the comment section use the description Valentine’s Frozen digital card. Instructions to provide your image will be emailed to you. It’s as simple as that!

The card is 6×4, a regular sized print. I would recommend having it printed with a matte finish and not glossy. Print at the lab of your choice.

If you would like to design your own digital card, the items used above are available at
Sweet Shoppe Designs.

Now is the perfect time to get your list together and send out a few of your own- make someone happy! When was the last time you received a Valentine’s Day card?

Take Care.

Best Wishes,

Hobby Lobby Window Shopping

November 26, 2015 by Debra 2 Comments

October, November and December are my most favorite time of the year! And my most busy. I have been photographing families, children and most recently for my employer- products for a catalog. These have taken time away from my blog. I would like to share one of my favorite memories from the past month- window shopping.

Window Shopping

My daughter needed to visit her local Hobby Lobby store. I was delighted that I was carrying my camera that day. So many photo opportunities! Not sure if my daughter was aware that I was taking as many images as I did.

Notice the halloween items in the image above? Well, Hobby Lobby also had their Christmas decor out as well. I live in a small farm house. Not a whole lot of room to decorate- limiting it to primarily the tree. It was a pleasure and delight seeing all of the decorations.

After our Hobby Lobby run, we headed on over to Wal-Mart. Of course we had to check out the toy section for Brie.

My husband and I are expecting our second grand baby here real soon- November 30 is the expected due date. My daughter and her husband have chosen teal as the baby color for the room, car seat and such. So I have been on the search of teal colored scrapbooking elements for an announcement card. I was in luck and found just what I needed at Sweet Shoppe Designs.

baby teal color — Will it be a boy or girl?

Friday- the day after Thanksgiving is the day I will be celebrating with my family. I can certainly relate to the saying, the most important gift I can receive is family time when everyone can be at one place at the same time. Tomorrow will be such the day!

I truly wish your holidays are filled with family cheer and healthy body, mind and soul.

Click here to view the complete image gallery Hobby Lobby Window Shopping

God Bless!

Perfect Family Picture

October 5, 2015 by Debra 1 Comment

Hi, I have mentioned Fall is the time of year for family pictures. Most will have an idea what they think a perfect family picture is. I bet it’s different than what I consider a perfect family picture. There are no guarantees with young children!

The best advise I can give to parents, do your best to make sure your children are well rested and well fed prior to your session. Trust your photographer. Go into the session with the thought that no matter what happens, the end result will be awesome. The more comfortable you are, the more comfortable your photographer will be and the children will be comfortable too- creating that memorable family picture you will enjoy for the rest of time!

Perfect Family Picture

From funny expressions……….

To someone looking away……….

The more people there are in a group picture, the more difficult it is to have everyone looking at the camera at the same time with a pleasant smile.

Sometimes the best pictures are when no one is looking at the camera…..

More images from this photo session.

So many different expressions!

A real beauty.

And handsome!

Remember- when having your family pictures taken; either by a professional or setting your camera up on a tripod and using the self timer, you are creating a lifetime of memories for you and your family. Be relaxed and have fun. Your images will show your happiness and love for each other!

Below is my favorite of the family. I like it best for several reasons:
1) Everyone is looking at the camera;
2) Everyone has a pleasant smile;
3) It tells a story.

Do you see what the middle child is doing? He’s holding one of the juicy fruits the parents brought for the kids. Even the littlest is holding one. I’m not sure just how many they went through that day, but it was alot!

What are some of your favorite memories from one of your family photo sessions? I would enjoy hearing your story.

Best Wishes,

Click here to view more family pictures.