studio-esque

I had an awesome time with L and her hubby a couple weekends ago.  We spent some time outside & got some wonderfully unique natural light portraits and then moved inside to try and recreate a flowy fabric maternity image she really wanted.  I’m not used to the inside sort of studio image, so it was a fun challenge!  I think she looks absolutely stunning (and she has that prego-glow for sure!!!).

We also got lots of great shots around their lovely home.

I absolutely love maternity shoots.  There’s something so amazing about a pregnant belly and I just LOVE the anticipation, love, and excitement on the faces of the parents-to-be.

And lastly, a vintage-processed nursery pic.  LOVE those little birdies.

Can’t wait to meet the little one in just a couple weeks!  🙂

Have a spectacular weekend!   L and M—your gallery and slideshow will be all ready for you Sunday!   ~m

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::comfort::

^ mom’s arms (what gets better than that???)  🙂

^  dad’s head  🙂

^  those tasty fingers  🙂

Have one super day!   ~m

***If you’re looking for holiday info (sessions, card options, etc. click on the “Holiday Info” tab at the top right of the blog***

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{she said}

She said she just wanted me to capture their love…

I think we did just that.  🙂

Have a terrific day.    ~m

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Holiday Cards 2008 — The Timeless Set

And that, folks, is the last of your lovely card options!  🙂  Back to our regularly scheduled PICTURE blogging tomorrow…and boy do I have some more sneak peeks.

I forgot to mention…most cards allow some color changes and ALL can be customized to say what you want!  Merry Christmas, Season’s Greetings, Happy Holidays…you name it!  🙂

Hope you’ve found a fav or two…have a nice day!   ~m

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Your 2008 Holiday Cards — Snazzy Set 2

Which one are you going for this year???  🙂  Any favs yet from Set 1 or 2???  Set 3 coming tomorrow!

If you want to see mini session info or all the holiday cards displayed in one post, click on Holiday Info at the top of the blog (or just click the link!).  Regular sessions are still being booked for October (only a couple sessions left!)– Nov. calendar opening very soon!

If you’re thinking about a session for next year, feel free to email me about your idea(s) and we can chat about dates!

Have a fun day.  ~m

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Your Holiday Cards 2008 (part one)!

I’ve been plugging away editing sessions, getting these cards ready & hangin’ out with the fam!

The GREAT news is that this is one of THREE sets of holiday cards!  You’ll have a whopping TWENTY cards to choose from.  Woo hooo (I admit, I have a bit of an addiction to holiday cards and exclamation points)!!!  🙂

Introducing the more Modern Set.  🙂  You’ll see the rest of the cards the next two days (Snazzy + Timeless Sets).

Here we go!

I tried to put almost ALL of the family clients I’ve had into card examples, so it might be fun for you to check back in and look for your fam.  🙂

There will be more details later, BUT just for now — these are:

• 5×7 flat cards (double-sided) that come with envelopes

• Press-printed with a semi-gloss or linen (textured) finish

• $50 for 24 cards (after a session with me!)  [if you’ve had a session within 6 months, you may purchase cards, too!]
• THE BEST PART is that if you have a 30 minute mini session scheduled with me (only THREE slots left!), then 24 cards are included with your session fee!

If you’d like to schedule a regular child or family session, please contact me ASAP!  September is totally full and I have only two sessions left in October!  November sessions opening soon (but need to take place before 11/9 (& ordered before 11/28) for holiday delivery)!!!

More details on cards as the rest are revealed–or if you have questions, comment away!  Have a super day.  ~m

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:::ray of sunshine

M braved the elements with me as we drove all over town to find out perfect photo shoot spot.  We ran into millions of mosquitos, fell into an irrigation ditch (uhhhh…that would be ME), dodged ant hills galore, and even had to deal with some stinky areas.  🙂  It was so worth it.  We smiled and laughed through the shoot and had a great time.  You really CAN’T not have a great time with M.

Super smiley, talkative, positive, confident, gorgeous.

Not to mention an incredible singer, business owner, music therapist.

Her huge heart shows in every image.  More coming sooooon (I am SO excited to share some MOON shots with you!)  🙂

Have a great rest of your weekend.  ~m

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face[paint]

Of course, she chose the kitty.  🙂  The kitty with glitter for an extra $1.

Giving a little “meow” to her little bro.  I *love* her expression & even though you can’t see the little guy’s face, you can tell by his cheeks that he’s beaming.

Have a fun weekend!   ~m

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{wild ocean girl

^ Love the reflections in this last one.  🙂

Have a good day!   ~m

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:gotcha:

WHO me?  I didn’t get into any paint!  🙂  My belly button must have done it!

This is what happens when you leave an almost 2-year-old alone for a couple minutes with watercolors.  Believe me, I laughed for a great while!  🙂

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Working on editing sessions like a madwoman!  I want to make sure the holidays are nice and easy this year.

Some MMcD Photography info:

• Holiday Mini session info can be found here.  There are currently only 3 spots remaining!

• September is completely booked, unless you have a newborn and would like to be squeezed in!

• Only three full sessions left in October!  Check out the Availability Page for days!

• November calendar will be opened soon.  FYI:  the last date to HAVE a session before the holidays will be the 16th of November

• Card examples will be released THIS WEEK!  Wahoo.

Thanks so much for stopping by & have a terrific day!   ~m

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