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Something New-Pensacola Child Photographer

Amanda — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:06:05 +0000

My daughter just got braces this morning. She was extremely nervous and didn’t really want to go through with it (let’s face it, what child DOES want braces) but we’ve been talking about how she will be glad she gets it out of the way now, while she’s young rather than having them when she’s older like I did. She’s only 9 so she didn’t get a full set since she doesn’t have all of her permanent teeth just yet…..today she got two brackets and they will add two more when she goes back next time….she really looks cute with them and I think is secretly proud of the way they look on her….she got lime green bands and she’s in heaven with her colorful mouth now. Anyway….she asked me to take a few pictures of her yesterday evening and I’m always up for taking pictures We’ll have to do another mini session with her new smile soon!

My beautiful Loudon…..

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Amanda — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 20:24:52 +0000

Our great niece came out to stay for a few days with us for Spring Break. I cannot even begin to tell you how excited our children were to have her here…..but especially Loudon….she was on cloud nine. They asked if I would take some photos of them together so a couple evenings ago, we walked out into the field and had a little fun. I love Spring. The colors are starting to come alive outside and it makes me happy

Happy Happy Birthday!

Amanda — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:22:07 +0000

Short and sweet….I just wanted to say Happy 4th Birthday to my little man! I cannot believe how quickly you are growing up! Out of all of my children, you are certainly the most mischievous of the bunch and you definitely keep my on my toes….but I couldn’t think of a better way to spend my time.
I love you Tommy. You bring light to everyone’s day.

It’s the little things-Pensacola FL Child Family Photographer

Amanda — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:34:21 +0000

I came across some images of my son today….they were taken a couple months ago while he was out in our field….exploring….with his best friend, Woody….as usual. He drags Woody around on a daily basis and I love watching him do it. He has a true friendship with that doll and I dread when the time will come that he grows and changes and he trades in Woody for cars, iPods and girls. Don’t get me wrong, I love watching my children grow and change and become interested in new things…I do….but it’s also a very bittersweet thing to experience. My goal this year is to take the time to capture all the little things with my children….the things they love and the little moments when they don’t know I’m watching…..these are the things I remember most and the ones I feel are the most important to capture.

My Abe…..he has the biggest, most tender heart of any child I know…..

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Amanda — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:15:51 +0000

Before I post anything about my next session….I just want to apologize for my turnaround time on everyone’s proofs for the past few weeks. I have had severe computer issues that were causing my editing work to go extremely slow and after trying everything I could to get my computer fixed, I ended up having to finally get a brand new computer. I really shouldn’t have had to since my “old” computer was barely a year old….but it stopped working and I was beyond frustrated….so my wonderful husband….and I do mean wonderful….drove 3.5 hours to the nearest Apple store the other night and picked up a new one for me….so I am finally able to get caught up on everyone’s proofs and orders! Alright….onto my next session….

I got to meet up with a large family a few weeks ago…..seven children…..yes….SEVEN. Of course, they aren’t all siblings….I actually went to school with R and she has 3 beautiful little girls….and R’s sister’s 4 children came along to join in on the fun as well. The cousins ranged from ages 10 months to 14 years….I have to admit that this was a challenging session to do….to try to incorporate all the children together….especially the two 2 year olds (who were quite uninterested in the whole process)….was definitely challenging. The children were very sweet though….not to mention they all had gorgeous eyes….I don’t think any of the children had the same colored eyes but they were all equally beautiful. We did our best to get some nice shots of all the kiddos….we started in a local park and used the trees as shade from the direct harsh light of the morning. Afterward, we tried to move to a more urban area downtown but the light was too harsh by this point and the smaller children were really over having their pictures taken as well so it was time to call it a day

Hope you guys enjoy your sneak peek!

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Amanda — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:51:27 +0000

I had the pleasure last week to photograph a family who is very near and dear to me…..the C family. I met S last year as she was my son’s kindergarten teacher and our family just adores her (my son says he’s going to marry her one day ). I honestly don’t know where my son would be today without this lovely lady who we were very blessed to have come into our lives. Her husband, B, is a minister at a local church and they have 2 very beautiful, precious children…..S who is 10 and M who is 7. M is just darling….I absolutely loved his toothless grin. And I have to say that S is becoming quite a little lady….she’s just beautiful and I am in love with the pictures I got of her. I captured numerous images of the children together and alone as well as some family images. B’s brother, B, was visiting and came along to join in on the fun as well. These two fun brothers decided to give us a musical treat when they played their guitars out in my field. We were racing against the light but it was such a fun session. I have to say that I know that this family cherishes each other every single day and they feel truly blessed with all the little adventures that life throws at them.

I hope you enjoy your sneak peek C family!

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Amanda — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:05:30 +0000

I had the pleasure of having a session last week with the D family. I actually went to high school with S but haven’t seen her in probably 15 years now (wow, that makes me feel old!) It was so nice getting to see her again and meeting her beautiful family. Her husband joined for some family pictures and then headed off to go hunting while we tried to capture the kiddos. S told me that her son, B, might be hard to photograph….but he was more than willing and did such a great job for me. And her daughter, H, was a total ham from the get go. I absolutely adored her children….they were beautiful and fun.

Here’s your sneak peek D family! I hope you enjoy them!

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They’ve got flare-Pensacola Family Child Photographer

Amanda — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:54:52 +0000

I had the pleasure of meeting the R family Thursday evening. They had two precious boys. K was a handsome young man….and although he told me he didn’t have a girlfriend, I’m thinking that possibly he might have a few of them And Little H gave me a run for my money. He had tons of energy and honestly could have cared less about me or my camera being stuck in his face. Here’s a sneak peek mom and dad….hope you enjoy!

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Nothing like a lil’ mud-Pensacola Family Photographer

Amanda — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:54:38 +0000

Yep….that’s right….your eyes are not deceiving you. I let my 3 oldest play in the mud last week during all this lovely rain we’ve been having. Loudon, Abie and Tommy had a blast and I couldn’t let the opportunity pass to capture some great shots of their fun. Our 1 year old, Gus, was in bed sleeping soundly so sadly, he didn’t get to join in on the fun….there’s always next time though

Goodbye to 8-Pensacola FL Child Photographer

Amanda — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:39:41 +0000

First, I have to tell you all about a wonderful online photography workshop that I just finished with the fabulous Marta Locklear.

Check out her site…she is amazing. I was a little leery about taking an online workshop….just not sure how much I could possibly learn without having a live instructor in front of me….but I have to say…..Marta’s workshop exceeded my expectations. It was well organized and she provided tons of instruction and information to all 18 of us who attended. I wish it would never end….but sadly, we finished up on Sunday. If you are a photographer interested in taking a workshop, check out Marta’s site for details. Thanks again Marta!

As part of this workshop, I did a photo session last week of my lovely daughter, Loudon. She’s going to turn NINE at the end of this month and I just can’t believe how much she’s grown and changed in these almost 9 years….it’s quite bittersweet honestly….but she is growing into such a beautiful young lady….inside and out. We had a little bit of a hard session….it rained here on and off all week but we took a few hours one day and ran in and out in between the spurts of rain to make this session happen. And I have to tell ya…she worked that camera and was a great sport about the wet conditions. When we were done, she looked up at me and said “Wow mom. I can’t believe I’m a model!” Gotta love kids

I love you sweetheart…..