Adina and Scott Hayne Workshop - ULTRA FAB!!

Wow!  I have followed Scott's work for a couple of years, evidently right after he started.  I always loved his use of light, and how he created a mood in the modest of locations.  One afternoon recently while I was stalking his website I saw that he and his lovely wife Adina were coming to Houston for a workshop - I signed up immediately.  Adina and Scott were so honest and giving in the presentation - they didn't hold anything back and answered every question asked.  Thanks to Aric Hoek and the Houston Professional Photographer's Guild for hosting such an informative event.  I certaintly wish I lived closer! I would join your awesome group.  If anyone does live within the Houston area the PPGH has just changed their membership guidelines.  I would check it out! http://www.ppgh.org/

The Hayne's were very prepared and the day was jam packed.   I can't reveal in one blog post everything I learned but using light was probably my favorite part.   Adina shared her knowledge of the back end including marketing, giving clients what they want, and the fun job of running an office.  Of course just watching Scott was an education in itself.  He was awarded the SPA (Senior Portait Artist) of the year last year and his work is awe inspiring.  Just look at a few shots from the day.

No Scott is not resting! He is showing the model how to pose.

This girl nailed it.

Then we went outside.  This one is just yummy!!

Adina and Scott are truly a husband and wife team.   They go together on every shoot.  Here she is lighting a model.

This is the bottom floor of the Crowne Plaza in Houston.  LOVE IT!!

Thanks again to Adina and Scott!  You guys so ROCK!

Jessie - Simply Stunning

When I'm photographing someone and they ask for direction I usually tell them to smile with their eyes.  Jessie can't help but smile with her eyes!  What a beautiful girl.  I had several sets put together - and she looked fab in all of them.  Look for her website soon!  Here are a few sneak peeks!

College Senior Session

Baylor University in Waco Texas is a beautiful campus.  I had the pleasure recently to do a Senior photo session there. We wondered all over campus as Justin pointed out this and that.  The library, the stadium, the various halls that he has traveled.  Baylor has been home to Justin for the past four years.  I remember the day his parents dropped him off.  There wasn't a dry eye there.  ANYWHERE on campus that day I suspect. 

As that day was an adventure full of hope and surprise so is his future.  Soon he will take another road another path to become the man that God has directed him to be.  Here are a few sneak peeks.

Sometimes you gotta laugh...

I've never been one of those Super Mom's but I consider myself very capable - at most things. When I was a child I learned to sew at the lap of my Granny. She made quilts. Every woman in my family made quilts, therefore I learned to sew. Or did I? I had made handmade quilts as Christmas gifts several years in a row, small size, just perfect for curling up on the couch. So when I needed long black gloves (child size) for the recent "Breakfast at Tiffany's" photoshoot I thought I will just sew them. I had scoured Austin trying to find just the right pair to no avail. Off to Hancock Fabrics the kids and I went. I made a pattern and pinned it up just perfect. The result was an absolute disaster. The fingers were cut so small I had to use a skewerer to turn them right side out. Luckily I found some the day of the event. I have since pinned up the disaster glove to my inspiration wall. Not to use as an example the next time, but to remind me to keep trying - smile when you do it right, laugh when you don't. Here are a few pictures of the cut-out pattern and the finished product.

LOL...

Spicewood Elementary School FundRaiser

The Spicewood Fundraiser will be held at the Balcones Country Club, Friday March 5th.  I will be donating a session fee and 8X10.   There is alot of cool stuff to bid on!  Last year's proceeds helped pay for the new playground equipment.  Come out and support our local school!   Thanks!

Breakfast at Tiffany's - Birthday Party

So for my little one's 8th birthday party I wanted to do something special. I had seen a picture in a parent's magazine advertising the new spring wardrobe with the tag line "What would Audrey wear?". And that got me to thinking.


I did a few searches for re-creating the Breakfast at Tiffany's photo shoot. Not exactly an original idea, but what a fun one - especially with 8 year old little girly girls.

Here is a photo of the inspiration:

Here is the beautiful Rachel

And one of her sweet beautiful friends.

And another yet beautiful friend

The girls had a blast and so did their Agents (Moms).

Mary Kay Glamour Photo Shoot

Recently I did a photo shoot at the Mary Kay Training Center in Austin. OH what fun! I was a little apprehensive to do that many ladies back to back but it went off without a hitch. No burned out lightbulbs or printer errors. Our host - the ultra fab Debbi Yost was a jewel. She is my personal Mary Kay representative and organized the event. It was spectacular. If you ever need some new colors (or maintenance as I call it) give Debbi a call. She can be reached at 335-7067 or cell at 914-9468. Her email is dyost@marykay.com, website: www.marykay.com/dyost. Debbi has been a Senior Sales Director for Mary Kay for 20+ years. What I love is she can take one look at you and know what color will look smashing.

Just look at a few of the ladies from the event:

Can't wait until the next one!