Boy have I been deliquent on keeping my studio blog updated.  I have been busy photographing other people’s loves and busy loving my own.  I am making it my mission to get some of my recent work on here.  I even managed to feed my artistic soul lately.  Packed up my gear and hit the road by myself…my own little journey.  I hope to share some images soon.

I know there is still over a week until it’s officially spring, but just knowing that it’s lurking right around the corner…it’s making me all giddy! I love Spring. We’ve had an unseasonably cold Winter here in South Texas and I’m anxious to pack away the sweaters, pants, and socks until nex…t winter! So to celebrate and bid adieu to winter, I am offering a fun little giveaway. These mini accordian albums are a great way to show off some of your favorite images from your session. They have 12 custom designed panels and close with a cute magnetic ribbon. Carry it in your purse as a brag book or give it as a gift. All sessions booked between now and April 30th will receive one of these fabulous mini albums.

I have been following this little girl’s story for awhile now. She is a 2 year old from Cypress, TX with neuroblastoma. Sadly, she is in her final days. I read her mom’s blog and twitter updates throughout the day, amazed by Layla’s strength, the magnitude of love from her family, and the amazing prayers and support little Layla has gotten from all over the world. I don’t know Layla’s family personally, but my heart is heavy with saddness as if she is one of my own. My friend and fellow photographer, Christie Lacy, opened her heart and photographed Layla and her family. Christie is also offering “Parties for Layla”, with proceeds to go to Layla’s family. If any of my clients in the Houston area have friends in the Cypress area, please share with them this opportunity to help this amazing family and to work with a great photographer. Please see this link for more details. Parties for Layla.

You can read more about little miss Layla Grace in her blog.  Or you can follow her on Twitter.

Sunday is the 2nd Annual Whoop It Up! Fundraiser at Whiskey River. Today is the last day to get tickets for just $25. They will be available at the door for $35. Come on out on Sunday and help support the Island Foundation schools. There will be dinner (a yummy cajun boil!), dancing, casino games, live auction, silent auction (come bid on a fabulous package from Reminisce Studios!), and lots of other fun prizes!

Get ready to kick up your heels and have some fun!

I was talking with a photographer friend of mine about some of my packaging of products and I took a picture of these bags before they headed out the door in case my other photogs friends out there would like to see  These are for the clients of Gentle Beginnings, located in Corpus Christi.  Inside are a set of custom printed “Thank You” cards that all new moms need, as well as a postcard with their exclusive offer with Reminisce Studios.  I was fortunate to have 2 amazing birth experiences with Beth at Gentle Beginnings, that it only seemed fitting to forge a special business relationship with her and provide exceptional portraiture to her clients. 

Thank you to those of you who have taken advantage of this incredible sale.  If you haven’t, it’s not too late! If you had a session with me prior to August 2009, you are eligible to purchase all the full resolution images from your session(s) with reproduction rights for just $250!  This is your last chance as the sale ends January 31, 2010.  Any unordered images from your session(s) will then be permanently removed from our system.  Call me at 361-876-7837 to place your order.  Hurry!

This is what the sky looked like driving home from a session last night.  Incredible hues of yellowand orange.  This image is straight out of the camera except for cropping. 

Another family I love.  I have had the great honor of photographing several magical moments in their lives.  They even got all the cousins together for a group picture! Thank you Ed, Lisa, Laney, and Lucy.  Enjoy your sneak peek!