Enjoy the preview, Dakota.
I had so much fun with you, your mom, and your sister! You're great to work with. I can't wait to show you your full session. See you soon.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Out...And About.
I will be out of town Friday (3rd), until Tuesday (7th). All messages will be returned by Tuesday afternoon. Feel free to leave an e-mail with any questions or comments, and I'll respond as soon as possible upon my return.
And...
I promise to try to keep better blog updates going. I've been quite busy with personal projects and some fun client stuff.
I'm all geared up for the really fun (and very busy) spring and summer season.
Be watching for an exciting promotion to be announced later next week!
And...
I promise to try to keep better blog updates going. I've been quite busy with personal projects and some fun client stuff.
I'm all geared up for the really fun (and very busy) spring and summer season.
Be watching for an exciting promotion to be announced later next week!
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Sweet Baby A.
Yesterday, I got to spend several hours with a precious newborn. She is actually almost 4 weeks, but she is so tiny. You just can't help but want to snuggle her close and awe at her tiny features (and beautiful long fingers).
Baby A. was not in the mood for her first portrait session. She had a lot to eat, while her mommy was trying to get her nice and sleepy and "moldable". She slept for about 5 minutes, I think, during the three hours we spent together. So, we didn't get as many images as I would have liked, but we captured some precious sleeping portraits during the short time she stayed asleep.
We'll be creating more portraits soon, and Baby A.'s two big brothers and parents will join in for some special family portraits.
Baby A. was not in the mood for her first portrait session. She had a lot to eat, while her mommy was trying to get her nice and sleepy and "moldable". She slept for about 5 minutes, I think, during the three hours we spent together. So, we didn't get as many images as I would have liked, but we captured some precious sleeping portraits during the short time she stayed asleep.
We'll be creating more portraits soon, and Baby A.'s two big brothers and parents will join in for some special family portraits.
A Little Preview Peak:
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Happy Valentine's Day!
Thank you to all who took the time to nominate family and special friends for the Valentine gift certificate giveaway. Many entries had me in tears - and some in laughter.
All who entered will receive a special something. Be watching for an e-mail with more details for those of you who entered.
The entry that was chosen for first place brought me to tears each time I read it. I just couldn't read it aloud to my fellow judges without getting to certain points where I was too choked up to read.
Below is the "winning entry" received from Savannah:
I think this is a really great thing that you are doing. Here's my story.
My sister gave birth to a little boy on August 15th 2006 at Valley View Regional Hospital in Ada Oklahoma, but it was not just any normal birth, it was almost the end of what was supposed to be a new beginning. You see my sister started loosing a lot of blood and while she was pushing she ripped both sides of her Uterus and was immediately rushed for an emergency sea section. They got Kolton out and he wasn't breathing. He was purple and his face was swollen. In that time my sister was dieing and had to get 6 blood transfusions just to save her life! When they finally got her stabilized Kolton had started breathing but had to be put on oxygen for 5 days and so she couldn't even hold her new baby boy for 5days. When she finally saw him her heart dropped and thanked God that her and her little boy were still alive.
Well its been two years now and its been such a joy and a blessing to have this little boy in our lives. When he smiles at you its like seeing a little angel looking at you and when his little arms wrap around you you feel like heaven has just opened up, but you see, we got some horrible news about this sweet precious boy the day before Christmas Eve 2008...he started having all these bruises pop up out of no where and he was really pale. He was rushed up to OU Childrens Medical that night to have an emergency blood transfusion done and that night we found out some news that's everyones biggest fear. The doctors came out and said,"We are very sorry..but your little boy has Leukemia." We fell to our knees in the waiting room with out hearts full of questions that only God could answer. He stayed up there for 2 weeks through Christmas and the New year. My little nephew, bless his heart, still had that angel smile on his pale white face and just couldn't stop loving on all of us.
Its been a struggle ever since and all my sister keeps saying is,"I need to be taking pictures of him laughing and having fun." We know God is going to take care of this little boy and we have faith that he will stay with us forever and survive this. It would be such a blessing for my sister to receive this gift from you so she could cherish a beautiful portrait of her son whom shes went through so much with from birth all the way up to now and she loves nothing more than her baby boy. Hes a blessing from up above and your gift would mean so so much to my family. Please consider this :) Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Savannah Mott
I can't wait to meet little Kolton and his loving family!
All who entered will receive a special something. Be watching for an e-mail with more details for those of you who entered.
The entry that was chosen for first place brought me to tears each time I read it. I just couldn't read it aloud to my fellow judges without getting to certain points where I was too choked up to read.
Below is the "winning entry" received from Savannah:
I think this is a really great thing that you are doing. Here's my story.
My sister gave birth to a little boy on August 15th 2006 at Valley View Regional Hospital in Ada Oklahoma, but it was not just any normal birth, it was almost the end of what was supposed to be a new beginning. You see my sister started loosing a lot of blood and while she was pushing she ripped both sides of her Uterus and was immediately rushed for an emergency sea section. They got Kolton out and he wasn't breathing. He was purple and his face was swollen. In that time my sister was dieing and had to get 6 blood transfusions just to save her life! When they finally got her stabilized Kolton had started breathing but had to be put on oxygen for 5 days and so she couldn't even hold her new baby boy for 5days. When she finally saw him her heart dropped and thanked God that her and her little boy were still alive.
Well its been two years now and its been such a joy and a blessing to have this little boy in our lives. When he smiles at you its like seeing a little angel looking at you and when his little arms wrap around you you feel like heaven has just opened up, but you see, we got some horrible news about this sweet precious boy the day before Christmas Eve 2008...he started having all these bruises pop up out of no where and he was really pale. He was rushed up to OU Childrens Medical that night to have an emergency blood transfusion done and that night we found out some news that's everyones biggest fear. The doctors came out and said,"We are very sorry..but your little boy has Leukemia." We fell to our knees in the waiting room with out hearts full of questions that only God could answer. He stayed up there for 2 weeks through Christmas and the New year. My little nephew, bless his heart, still had that angel smile on his pale white face and just couldn't stop loving on all of us.
Its been a struggle ever since and all my sister keeps saying is,"I need to be taking pictures of him laughing and having fun." We know God is going to take care of this little boy and we have faith that he will stay with us forever and survive this. It would be such a blessing for my sister to receive this gift from you so she could cherish a beautiful portrait of her son whom shes went through so much with from birth all the way up to now and she loves nothing more than her baby boy. Hes a blessing from up above and your gift would mean so so much to my family. Please consider this :) Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Savannah Mott
I can't wait to meet little Kolton and his loving family!
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Gift Certificate Giveaway Contest!
A new contest just in time for a terrific Valentine's gift for a special friend or family!
The Prize: $400 in Gift Certificates.
(Winner will receive two $200 gift certificates - one to keep and one to give to the friend you nominated.)
The Entry: Simply send an e-mail with the subject "Contest!", and tell me who you'd like to give a portrait gift certificate to, and why. Be creative and sincere. (Of course, you can be humorous!)
The Deadline: Midnight on February 11th.
The Decision: Submitted e-mails will be read by a panel of 3 impartial judges (including myself). Selection will be made by February 13th, and the winner will be notified by e-mail and announced on the blog on February 14th.
Special Notes:
* Enter by sending an email with the subject “Contest!” with your reason for giving inside the body of the e-mail.
* Please include your full name and phone number in your e-mail.
* Deadline for entry is midnight, Wednesday, February 11, 2009.
* Anyone can enter (current clients or new clients), so tell your friends!
* Gift certificates must be redeemed by June 30, 2009.
* By entering the contest, you agree that your entry can be published on the blog and/or website.
* Winner will be notified via e-mail and announced on my blog on Valentine’s Day.
The Prize: $400 in Gift Certificates.
(Winner will receive two $200 gift certificates - one to keep and one to give to the friend you nominated.)
The Entry: Simply send an e-mail with the subject "Contest!", and tell me who you'd like to give a portrait gift certificate to, and why. Be creative and sincere. (Of course, you can be humorous!)
The Deadline: Midnight on February 11th.
The Decision: Submitted e-mails will be read by a panel of 3 impartial judges (including myself). Selection will be made by February 13th, and the winner will be notified by e-mail and announced on the blog on February 14th.
Special Notes:
* Enter by sending an email with the subject “Contest!” with your reason for giving inside the body of the e-mail.
* Please include your full name and phone number in your e-mail.
* Deadline for entry is midnight, Wednesday, February 11, 2009.
* Anyone can enter (current clients or new clients), so tell your friends!
* Gift certificates must be redeemed by June 30, 2009.
* By entering the contest, you agree that your entry can be published on the blog and/or website.
* Winner will be notified via e-mail and announced on my blog on Valentine’s Day.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Family Time
A couple weekends ago, two of my sisters came over from Arkansas, along with my niece's two children (Anna and Isaac). They were here to do a belated Christmas present exchange/opening with us. My sister and I thought it would be a great surprise for my niece (who didn't come) for us to create some portraits of her beautiful children while they were here.
We just don't get the chance to get together for portraits with the family very often. This was actually the first time I've photographed (in a planned session) any of my nieces or nephews.
I actually found some funny photos I took many, many, many years ago of Anna and Isaac's mommy and her big sister (my nieces) when I was about 11 years old. It's so funny to see how I used construction lights and sheets to create my little home studio. My friend reminded me the other day that I used to "make her pose" for the camera back then, also.
I'm planning a little weekend getaway in the spring to do another full session with Anna and Isaac and to include their cousins, so my sister will have a beautiful portrait of all four of her grandchildren together. Someday, I'll make the trip back to California to photograph my other sister's grandchildren together.
Anyway, here are a few of the images we captured of these cuties, out in the cold wind and with some distraction from my three little ones who were eager to join them in the portrait session.
We just don't get the chance to get together for portraits with the family very often. This was actually the first time I've photographed (in a planned session) any of my nieces or nephews.
I actually found some funny photos I took many, many, many years ago of Anna and Isaac's mommy and her big sister (my nieces) when I was about 11 years old. It's so funny to see how I used construction lights and sheets to create my little home studio. My friend reminded me the other day that I used to "make her pose" for the camera back then, also.
I'm planning a little weekend getaway in the spring to do another full session with Anna and Isaac and to include their cousins, so my sister will have a beautiful portrait of all four of her grandchildren together. Someday, I'll make the trip back to California to photograph my other sister's grandchildren together.
Anyway, here are a few of the images we captured of these cuties, out in the cold wind and with some distraction from my three little ones who were eager to join them in the portrait session.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Share the Love in February!
During the month of February, session fees are being donated to the Breast Cancer 3-Day. So, you'll receive a free session for your tax-deductible donation that supports breast cancer research and funding for better detection!
Please consider a donation to the Breast Cancer 3-Day, even if you're planning your session for another month.
I am beginning training for the 60+ mile 3-day walk in Dallas, November 2009, and you can help me reach my donation goal by visiting, www.the3day.org, clicking on the donate link, and searching for Sarah Hilton under the "find a participant" tab. Click on my name and follow the steps to complete your donation.
Thank you for your support!
Please consider a donation to the Breast Cancer 3-Day, even if you're planning your session for another month.
I am beginning training for the 60+ mile 3-day walk in Dallas, November 2009, and you can help me reach my donation goal by visiting, www.the3day.org, clicking on the donate link, and searching for Sarah Hilton under the "find a participant" tab. Click on my name and follow the steps to complete your donation.
Thank you for your support!
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