When you look at Maradith, you see a peaceful, squishy little newborn, right?  Probably no more than just a few days old.  But you’ll never believe this:  she’s actually 4 months old in this photo.

Maradith was born extremely premature — an incredibly scary experience for her family.  Usually babies take about 40-weeks to “cook” in their mommy’s tummy — Maradith showed up around 24 weeks.  She had a long hospital stay but much to her family’s delight, she pulled through and came home this past winter; right around when her actual due-date for delivery was.  I was so excited to meet her and her family and get some long-awaited photos of this little impatient lady!  Isn’t she a sweetheart?

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Right now, In Bloom Photography is having a sale on newborn sessions that ends tomorrow!  (Friday May 17, 2013)  Book your session now while you’re still pregnant to ensure I reserve some time around your due date to fit you in.  Or, if you know of someone who is expecting, choose a gift certificate for their baby shower and I’ll take care of the rest!

“The team at The Ring has known Carolyn Pongracz of In Bloom Photography for years. And apart from her immense talent for capturing timeless images that couples will truly cherish forever, we’ve simply loved working with such a passionate, fun and kind photographer.”

“I think I can speak for everyone who has seen our wedding pictures and say that she caught every moment perfectly. We had asked if she could make the pictures look like they were more in the moment than anything else. And of course she did an awesome job of that.”

“…she’s very down-to-earth, funny and instantly puts you at ease. Not only would I recommend In Bloom Photography to another couple planning their wedding, I would recommend In Bloom Photography to anyone looking for a photographer for any of their special moments in life. We can’t wait to work with Carolyn again!”

“She is incredibly creative and we were so happy with her work!”

CLICK HERE  to read the entire review, and be sure to hit the “LOVE IT” button while you’re there!

* * * Special thanks to all the brides that replied to The Wedding Ring’s questions about me.  You guys are so sweet!  xoxo

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UPDATE:  This promotion has now ended.  Thanks!  Looking forward to meeting some new cuties!

In Bloom Photography is having a 2 day sale on Newborn Photos, including everything from a disc of high-resolution images to a 12×12 canvas gallery wrap of your favorite shot!  Sessions take place at In Bloom’s studio in Brantford when your baby is 0-10 days old.  Please make your booking while you’re still pregnant; I will mark your due date on the calendar, and when your baby arrives I’ll fit you in within the next few days.

If you are expecting a new arrival, or know a friend who is, this is a great opportunity to ensure you’ve got some adorable memories of your baby’s first week!  Gift certificates ARE available for this package if you’re looking for something special for that mom & dad to be!

This sale ends Friday May 17th, 2013.

Oh my gosh guys, I am SO excited to show you some awesome new wedding photos I’m in the process of editing!  They are coming to the blog soon and they are stunning.  In the meantime, I wanted to share another equally gorgeous (and cute!) image from a different wedding last summer.  This week’s favorite is the bride & groom right after their ceremony in the back of their limo… “We Did It!”

Haven’t you just been LOVING this weather lately?  It’s so warm and sunny… spectacular weather for a family portrait session at Apps Mill in Brantford.

The Dale family joined me for this great day and we had all kinds of laughs and fun with their two gorgeous girls!

Someone left the PERFECT message drawn in chalk on the side of the old mill:

This week’s favorite shot comes from a wedding last summer in London.  Here’s a little snuggle from the bride & groom for you to enjoy!

The awards results are in!  In Bloom Photography has won the award for “Best Photographer in Brantford – 2013″ and it’s all thanks to you guys who supported me.  I’m humbled by how many people voted for me and sent me their best wishes!  You can see how I ranked in the rest of the Wedding Industry Experts Awards this year below.  Seriously guys, wow.  Thank you for everything.  :)

by Diane Morris:  Bride’s Butler – Wedding Coordinator

Choosing a Photographer is a tough decision. I always tell my clients to go with who they feel most comfortable with and who’s style they prefer. Do not try to cheap out on your photos. This doesn’t mean you have to spend $5,000+, but it surely means you shouldn’t be spending less than $500 or asking a friend to do it for free. I saw a fabulous and oh-so-true quote the other day; “If you think it’s expensive to hire a professional, wait until you hire an amateur.” This quote is bang on – let the professionals take care of you on your wedding day. We have many reasons to call ourselves such.

You’ve hired a professional and you know they will deliver, but what can you do to make sure that you don’t ruin your photos?  Here are some tips on how NOT to ruin your wedding photos:

Create a wish list

Work with your Photographer via email or a face-to-face meeting to discuss the kind of photos you want. Most times you’ve selected them because of their style, poses, layouts, etc – but if there is a certain pose or location you want, be sure to tell them!
Some popular shots on a wish list are; gown on hanger in window, picture with grandparents, photo of rings/invitation and your something old/new/borrowed and blue.

Have your photographer stay

To save money some couples will send the Photographer home after the receiving line or just before dinner. This is a mistake if you want to capture emotions from you, your groom, wedding party, family and guests during dinner, speeches and when the party starts. They don’t need to stay all night if money is tight, but have them stay at least until you’ve cut the cake and had your first dance.

Book in advance

Photographers and Coordinators are two of the first vendors to get booked early. We advise you to do your research and book with your selected Photographer at least 12-14 months in advance. Some times you can get away with as little as 9 months, but don’t be surprised if our #1 choice is booked already.

Schedule enough time

Chat with your Photographer and your Day of Coordinator about how much time is needed for your photo shoot. We will be realistic with you and factor in travel time, set-up, people management and weather (sunlight, etc). You want to make sure you have enough time to be relaxed and having fun, but not too much time that your guests awaiting your arrival back are bored.

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Feed your vendors

Vendors that get fed are happy vendors, and happy vendors will work better than hungry ones. If you have vendors working over your dinner hour (Photographers, Coordinator, DJ, etc) we highly recommend that you have a vendor table for them and feed them dinner as well. Your wedding day is a long one although it seems to go by so quickly and most of your vendors will be working well before you start to get ready and long after you’ve gone home.

Look fresh

On your wedding day you will look so radiant and happy because it’s your wedding day, but do yourself a favour and eat and sleep well the day before. Same goes for your wedding day, stay hydrated, eat throughout the day and don’t get intoxicated.

Have fun!

Stuffy photos are a thing of the past. Sure, you’ll have the traditional family and wedding party shots, but make sure you’re having fun, laughing and enjoying yourself. Don’t worry about the small things – this is your Day of Coordinators job. A smiling Bride looks best from all angles.
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Diane Morris is the owner and lead coordinator for The Bride’s Butler.

Since 2008, Diane has been assisting couples in the Hamilton, Ontario area with coordinating and executing their most special day.

Specializing in Wedding Coordination services, Diane is with you every step of the way during your wedding day to ensure that all of your ideas come to life just as you imagined they would. Weddings, like any major event consists of a lot of planning, plenty of logistics and good organization. The Bride’s Butler offers a variety of services to help you stress less on your wedding day.

Winner of the Readers Choice Award in 2012 for Best People: Wedding Planners.

Let’s freshen up your website this spring with fun new headshots!  In Bloom Photography has a few limited spaces left this May & June for anyone looking for new portraits.  Use these shots on your business website, your facebook page, twitter, wherever you like!  You get a wide variety of shots on disc plus your favorite 5 shots will be fully retouched to your specifications.  Packages start at $150.00.  Put your best face forward this spring and let’s get creative, fresh and fun!

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, and Father’s Day not far behind, family portrait sessions are always very popular at this time of year.  Spaces are limited this year so if you’re considering booking something, please keep in mind that In Bloom Photography books up about 2-3 months in advance.  Here’s my favorite this week:  a cute little Mommy & Daughter snuggle!