A second take

Remember this family? Well, poor Jenna was having such a rough day with the freezing weather that most of her pictures look like this:

So when the temperatures were in the 60's the next week, I called up Jenna's mom and had her meet me to try again. This is the result of the second take:

Jumping jellyfish, Jenna, could you be any cuter? I am SOOOO glad we went for round 2. :-)

Fun with four

This mom made me laugh. I must have received 20 emails from her prior to our shoot to make sure we found the perfect location, the perfect date, and the perfect time to ensure her pictures would turn out just as she wanted. It reminded me so much of myself. I hope they are everything you hoped for, Tammy!

Changes...

Early in 2010 there will be some changes at Carly Pendleton Photography. Most of these changes are exciting (new equipment, studio plans, new props) but unfortunately, one of these changes will be a price increase. I have loved being able to keep my prices low, especially for clients that wouldn't be able to afford pictures otherwise, but at my current rates I simply cannot justify the hours I spend on each set of pictures. I will continue offering $40 sessions ($65 for newborns) booked (but not necessarily scheduled) through December 2009.

Becky + Ryan + 1 = Cute Family

This darling couple had the stars align for a beautiful photoshoot today. As luck would have it, it was sunny, 55 degrees, and there were still some fall leaves! Each week I think surely THIS is the last week before the leaves are REALLY gone, but then they hold out just a little bit longer. Becky and Ryan are expecting their first (a boy!) in March and what a cute addition he makes to these pictures in Becky's little belly, don't you agree?

I think I said something to the effect of, "Grab some leaves and throw them in the air," at which Ryan gave me an incredulous look and probably almost walked straight to the car and drove home. But being the good sport he is, he humored me and this is the result. So great.