Apr
26
…Kate and Ryan…engaged…
…so I have a story for you all next week…a story about my horrible, no good, very bad Saturday…but this week’s post isn’t going to be about anything but these two. Kate is a ray of sunshine, with stunning blue eyes, and a heart of pure gold…Ryan is a truly chivalrous gentleman who couldn’t adore his Kate more…
…sigh…they were such a joy to hang with…and an even larger blessing to photograph…their love and adoration for eachother has me pining until I get to photograph them again on their wedding day this October…
Thanks guys for the hugs, the consoling words, the beer, the laughter, and of course the Jamison…I now have hair on my chest 
Apr
18
…ties that bind…
…the ties that bind us together as family…whether it be love, DNA, fate, happenstance…bind us forever.
They are never broken. Perhaps worn or tethered…stretched or repressed…sometimes due to mistakes or factors beyond our control….sometimes for no good reason…just distance…and life.
and then you’re sippen on your mocha latte walking down Washington Street and you catch a glimpse of a family like this one strolling along…arms wrapped around eachother…children looking at mom and dad with giggles in their steps and bounce in their laughter…
mom and dad…so happy you can see their hearts swollen in their chests…letting their gazes linger over the faces they love so much, and you just know they are burning those moments in their memories forever…
You can’t help but stare…and smile.
They point out the hole in your own heart…
and then they inspire you…
inspire you to pick up the phone and call…or go to the destination that wasn’t in your GPS…known as home…where ever the people you call family are.
I had the absolute pleasure of photographing Deb S and her amazing family. they really are amazing…each.and.every.one.
Thanks for laughing with us, drinking with us, eating with us, inspiring us, and laying in the sun with us….I am so glad to consider you guys family.
xoxoxo
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found you site through matilda jane…gorgeous. ( May 8th, 2010 10:15 am)I want to use this post as a “what to wear” reference. haha They nailed the color/texture in clothes. Just stunning! ( Apr 27th, 2010 9:23 am)Totally agree, awesome! But I really just have to comment on how beautiful mom is and I LOVE that dress. ( Apr 26th, 2010 7:25 am)these are awesome.. I have been a fan of Deb’s blog for quite some time.. I am sure she will always treasure these. ( Apr 21st, 2010 9:03 pm)LOVE all the colors and layers this family used. They are just too sweet. Wonderfully beautiful pictures Michelle! ( Apr 20th, 2010 8:28 am)Beautiful family. Gorgeous styling, I adore mom’s dress! I am enjoying the slew of families you’ve blogged lately Michelle! ( Apr 19th, 2010 4:11 pm)Holy gorgeous family, Batman! Gorgeous!!! I always have such a hard time with family portraits… you totally outdid yourself! I am inspired! ( Apr 19th, 2010 11:19 am)Such lovely playful images with fresh color and light. What a great family spirit you captured! ( Apr 19th, 2010 11:08 am)not only are these beautiful…but your words made me cry..beautiful! ( Apr 19th, 2010 9:54 am)These are breathtaking…was introduced to Deb through one of my nearest and dearest…boho girl…what a beautiful family and the images just ooze love and light. ( Apr 19th, 2010 8:17 am)i am loving loving loving your family stuff michelle. deb- your family looks amazing and that dress- HOLY CRUD you look awesome! ( Apr 19th, 2010 7:53 am)love this family! you did such beautiful job…you really captured that special “it” they have. ( Apr 18th, 2010 11:06 pm)these are all gorgeous! Deb makes me want to go get dreads.. LOL she wears them so well and I love orange on her!! beautiful sweet family WOW! These are gorgeous! What a beautiful family- love the images and the outfits are perfect as well! Totally enjoyed these! ( Apr 18th, 2010 10:02 pm)Oh Deb you and your family is just as beautiful as ever. Love everything about these Michelle. Nice work. WOW these are gorgeous, you have captured some really great moments between this family! ( Apr 18th, 2010 9:45 pm)love you. thank you a million times and more! |
Love these!!Apr
13
…families like this…
…are what keep me going. This family is a repeat client. They were at a function that auctioned off a gift certificate for a session and ended up paying more for the gift certificate than it was actually valued at. Now I’m sure the donation to the school had a lot to do with it, but I also like to think it had something to do with the value they place in what I do. They value not just pictures of their children, but the artful keepsakes that I work so hard to make for them. To take a look inside their children and capture all the things they love the most about them. Thanks “M” family and all the other familes out there that trust me with their family heirlooms…their children…
These two kiddos are so sweet and there was not a frown to be seen during our entire session…gotta love that!
and guess who is coming to see me this weekend…Deb S…I can’t wait!
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Too cute! every picture is amazing in this shoot! where is that blue oxford with the ruffle from? i have to have it for my girls! and while you’re at it…the pink skirt? oh, i love these!! your photos always make me smile! ( Apr 14th, 2010 8:07 pm)shut up – ahhhhh love it!!!!!!! That hair in the AIR?? WOW – to die for!!! Think how much fun our get together will be in a few years. CRAP – can we wait that long?? These are so, so lovely, Michelle! Love the soft colors and the joy in each image. Say hello to Miss Deb for me! Lucky duck! ( Apr 14th, 2010 3:47 pm)Michelle your pictures are a work of art.. I love seeing your pics and i’m proud to have all my pics done by you. My house looks beautiful with your pictures on my wall.. xoxoxo ( Apr 14th, 2010 12:40 pm)oh so precious! reminds me of my babies! love the hair shot!!! ( Apr 14th, 2010 9:30 am)Oh!! I LOVE these! They got me even more excited to have you take pictures of my TWO kids this fall! ( Apr 14th, 2010 9:18 am)These pics are treasures for sure… Love them. ( Apr 14th, 2010 8:27 am) |
Apr
11
…connections…
…for so long I have concentrated on “my” connections with my subjects. How my subjects interact with me. As of late I have been particularly intrigued with the connections my subjects have with eachother…and how could I not with adorable families like this….
a father’s adoration, a mother’s unyeilding love, the stuggle of two siblings who always want to pester the other…;) Such little delights filled with so much emotion.
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fabulous session! Love the emotion in these pictures. Truly gorgeous…great job as always. ( Apr 12th, 2010 10:11 pm) |
Apr
8
…the Maternal Lens…
…so Shannon over at the maternal lens contacted me a while ago for an interview. It so exciting…and scary…putting yourself out there. The hard thing for me is that I am NOT one of those uber cool people with mad writing skills who can pull of witty and funny all the while using high school vocabulary words making said person sound even more funny and witty…
so head over check out the interview…and don’t hate me for not being an intellectual afterward…
and Shannon…your introduction was the sweetest thing. God Bless you dear…you gave me an excuse to reward myself with Easter candy…
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oh michelle i think you were perfectly witty and entertaining! ;} ( Apr 8th, 2010 6:47 pm)I think it is a great interview! The images you chose for it are simply gorgeous! ( Apr 8th, 2010 6:23 pm)michelle, it was truly my pleasure! thank you so much for agreeing to do it. your photos are beautiful, just as you are. your words were fantastic and make me smile!! now go eat more easter candy!! ( Apr 8th, 2010 4:00 pm)Terrific interview and beautiful samples of your work. Love your honesty and your talent! ( Apr 8th, 2010 2:36 pm)I think you did great – very interesting and well deserved. Love your work! ( Apr 8th, 2010 2:34 pm) |
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I love the umbrella shots, but you have totally captured how much these two love each other! Beautiful photos Michelle!
( May 7th, 2010 8:03 am)Beautiful couple and lovely images!
( May 1st, 2010 3:31 pm)OH my god these were amazing!!!!! You can’t even tell what a crappy day it was! I wanna see more!!
( May 1st, 2010 2:44 pm)These photos really showcase you two and your love =) Amazing job, you can nearly reach out and touch that love. I can’t wait to be a part of your big day! And yes Kate, I facebook/online stalked you to discover these!
( Apr 28th, 2010 12:30 pm)truly divine.
( Apr 27th, 2010 7:48 pm)LOVE IT! all of it. especially at the field. very beautiful and real.
( Apr 27th, 2010 12:42 am)Holy cow! They are gorgeous! And your pictures are amazing. These are the best engagement photos I’ve ever seen…hands down.
( Apr 26th, 2010 6:59 pm)they are gorgeous and these images are too.
( Apr 26th, 2010 4:33 pm)every. single. one.
Seriously adorable! Great job Michelle!
I always thought Kate had gorgeous eyes – these photos really show it!
( Apr 26th, 2010 9:49 am)love, love, love! <3
( Apr 26th, 2010 5:38 am)What a beautiful session…so much real love between them captured in your photographs in stunning form. Perfect.
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