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I met up with these cuties recently....
We had some fun....
But then Carter got a real shiner on his forehead.... So I promised we'd finish up another time when the tears were gone.
So when I showed up for part 2 of our shoot, I found Carter hiding here...
He joined the party and we had a blast!
This one is my FAVE!
Wheeeeeeee!
Great job you guys! Carter.... I hope your forehead is all better!!!!! :) What a sport!
My little nephew Cole (affectionately referred to as Cole Train... I know, I know....) is already over 2 months old! That's nuts. Here he gets some luvin' from his Abuelita... (my mom!)
Anyone who has tried to wrangle three teen (or near teen) boys together for a family photograph knows.... it's not something they're generally excited about. "What? Do we have to????" can be heard rising above the sound of their exasperated breath. But... these boys met their match. :) They'd never been in front of my camera before, and I was up for the challenge! I promised not to make them smile, or ask them to say those dreaded 'cheese' words. Nope. They could pretty much do whatever they wanted. So, I put on my game face and extracted these images from deep within their clutches. :) After awhile, I dare say they enjoyed themselves!
Mission accomplished.
Evidence of fun having....
Mom and Dad sneaking a moment for themselves...
Thanks for the opportunity guys! I hope your weekend getaway was everything you hoped! :)
After wrapping on our first project, we jumped right into another.
Beautiful. Rena was beautiful. The weather was beautiful. The forming of a new family..... is beautiful. I had the distinct pleasure of being part of the beginning of James + Rena's new adventure. And let me tell you, it was photo-licious, all the way! Here are some quick faves.... The gals got ready at Rena's sister's house. Here, Rena's shoes sit atop of grandmother's old dresser..... with antique photos from past generations.
Way to work it ladies! Always a photo opp, always!
A series of good ol' fashioned gorgeousness. I love these next three images....
On to the church! This was the second time I've had the opportunity to photograph at this church, and it is every bit as incredible in person as it appears in photos.
These next two are my FAVE FAVES.... as in, my favorites of all my favorites! Boo-ya! Look at that sky! And that vogue glam! Are you serious!?!?
More church awesomeness... .from the inside....
Vintage park glam.....
Which naturally wouldn't be complete if the boys didn't do something in front of all those urinals.... (did I just include the world urinals on my blog!?)
James, Rena and Miss Ella make three!
Their reception included incredible surprises like James singing Rena not one, but TWO songs while serenading her on guitar. Score! I tell ya, gentlemen, if you can play an instrument and can even only half-way hold a tune.... you hold in your power, the ability to seriously melt some hearts. Nicely done James! ;)
Thank you for inviting me to share such a special day with you and your families. Wishing you love and happines for many, many years! :)
Weddings are a peculiar thing. Somehow, even amidst all the frenzy, the frazzle and stress.... it all just works out. Even if your ceremony rehearsal leaves you with lingering questions, if the shoes that you thought you packed are still at home (with a car load of other things you meant to bring to the church), and you ran 30 minutes late at the salon.... it all works out. Weddings are just magical that way, and Megan & Brandon's was exactly that---- magically perfect. I mean, they nailed it. Way to go you guys! They nailed it so well in fact, that this blog post is mega huge! Special shout out to Megan & Brandon's parents and the wedding party for being so extra fantastic to work with. :)
These are my first glance faves... narrowed down from 144 picks. Way too much good stuff goin' on in there! :) Enjoy!
Boys will be boys.... thanks for being good sports and playing along!
Megan & Brandon gave each other a wedding day card. Here, they read what the other wrote. Too cute!
See what I mean about fun?! You guys are a hoot!
A little Jamaica inspired send-off....
Congrats to you and your families! I am honored to have been invited to share in the beginning of your new adventure. Take Jamaica by storm and travel safe! :)
My Bosnian just keeps getting better and better! (Of course, it helps that Emir is sitting right next to me! Ha ha!) This is our newest little nephew.... Haris, looking as cute as can be during his official newborn session I shot yesterday. :)
We love that Laura and Adis live about five (5) blocks from our house. (We have the babysitting advantage of proximity!) Here's the new family of three enjoying their front porch!
When Laura was a baby, she had her photo taken with this yellow duck, which she's held onto since then. Naturally, we had to repeat the same photo with baby Haris.... this is my old-skool interpretation of it. :)
The proud Majka i Dido!
Haris... sleeping like, a baby!
You know how sometimes when you're around great people, you just feel like you've known them forEVER!? That's how I felt the minute I walked in the room and saw Anne standing in her wedding gown and met Ruth.... her mom. With a huge grin on her face she gave me a big hug and I thought to myself.... "I have the best job ever!! What a great day we're going to have today!" And great day it was! The wedding took place at Anne's parents' house in Bruning, NE. Everything was perfect... even the rain fell on cue (only during appropriate moments... like during the reception while everyone was gathered under the big white tent). It was like a scene from a warm heart-felt romantic comedy starring the likes of Julia Roberts. Even the water cooler was awe inspiring!
Anne with her Grandpa. Isn't he cute?
Anne was stunning and Tim, who couldn't wipe the smile off his face... was one of the most emotionally expressive grooms you've ever seen. What a pair!
This is her parents' drive way. Photo-tastic!
Their day was laced with musical song. I knew something was up during the ceremony when guests were asked to sing along to "Thou True Vine, That Heals" and "Heart with Loving Heart United" and instead of sounding like... well... what most mixed groups of folks sound like when singing together in public... they broke out into multi-part harmony!
Gordon Miller continued the ceremony with some wisdom, well wishes, and an entertaining quote from "Married Lovers, Married Friends."
Anne did her own flowers (with some help from the incredible women in her family)..... they were beautiful and smelled absolutely heavenly!
The musical motif continued as their entire group of guests sang as a send-off before Anne + Tim climbed in their horse-drawn carriage and rode off into the sunset. Simply amazing! :)
Anne + Tim: You and your families are truly blessed! Congratulations and much love to you all!
Look at this great family! I was invited over to capture some images for them and had a ball chasing Lily here and there... and EVERYWHERE! For as tiny as she is, she sure is quick! :)
Mom and dad did an amazing job of picking out Lily's outfits for the shoot.... tons of great color!
One of her favorite places to play is in the kitchen (drawers.....).
So cute!
I am LOVING this one! :)
I'm so grateful for the opportunity to do something special for you and your family! I hope this images make you smile for years to come! :)
Khara Plicanic. Instructor, Photographer, Designer, Advocate. Here you'll find tools, inspiration, and empowerment to help you on your own creative journey.
