Melissa Olson Photography - Studio Blog - Custom Photographer in Austin, TX http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog Blog Mon, 20 May 2013 06:00:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Peyton turns 2 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MelissaOlsonPhotography-StudioBlog-CustomPhotographerInAustinTx/~3/DNyJ9DfjXno/ http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1755#comments Mon, 20 May 2013 06:00:30 +0000 admin http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1755 Melissa Olson Photography, Austin TX child photographer, Pflugerville child photographer, little girl in pink

Melissa Olson Photography, Austin TX child photographer, Pflugerville child photographer, little girl sitting in red chair

Melissa Olson Photography, Austin TX child photographer, Pflugerville child photographer, little girl sitting in red chair wearing matilda jane clothing

Melissa Olson Photography, Austin TX child photographer, Pflugerville child photographer, little girl playing peek-a-boo

Melissa Olson Photography, Austin TX child photographer, Pflugerville child photographer, little girl swinging

Melissa Olson Photography, Austin TX child photographer, Pflugerville child photographer, family together

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

]]> http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=1755 0 http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1755 Seattle http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MelissaOlsonPhotography-StudioBlog-CustomPhotographerInAustinTx/~3/mofZEVDtLNs/ http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1713#comments Sun, 05 May 2013 04:01:14 +0000 admin http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1713 I’m on my journey back to Texas today after spending 3.5 amazing days in Seattle with TONS of amazing photographers.  I attended this inspiring retreat created by the amazing Kelly France and the Chic Critique Forum.  Let’s just say, this retreat was far more than I could have ever dreamed of.  Kelly and her event planners went above and beyond!  I learned SO much from EIGHT amazing celebrity photographers.  Not only did we take workshops, we also photographed models, rode in limo’s, opened a million gifts (seriously got spoiled!!), ate at amazing restaurants, drank a lot of Starbucks coffee, saw a few Seattle landmarks and shopped. Last night, we dressed up for a fancy dinner followed by another limo ride over to Gas Works park that overlooked the city skyline of Seattle complete with luminaries floating away in the air.  It was hard to say goodbye to old friends and new friends alike.  I have left this experience with so much inspiration and a whole new set of tools to apply to my business.   If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, your feed was probably blowing up with Seattle photos.  :)   I couldn’t help myself!!!   This trip was so refreshing in so many ways.  I love networking with other women/mommies who not only have successful photography businesses but who also share the same passion and love for photography.  Here are a few images I took this week…

Melissa Olson Photography Austin TX, Pflugerville TX photographer, Engagement photos, Urban Session

Melissa Olson Photography Austin TX, Pflugerville TX photographer, Engagement photos, Couple Kissing

Melissa Olson Photography Austin TX, Pflugerville TX photographer, Engagement photos, Urban Session

Melisas Olson Photography, Austin Tx Photographer, photographer in Pflugerville Tx, couple smiling

Melisas Olson Photography, Austin Tx Photographer, photographer in Pflugerville Tx, Child jumping

How amazing is this?!?  I wish I could do that!  :)

Melisas Olson Photography, Austin Tx Photographer, photographer in Pflugerville Tx, Senior Photographer, two friends

Melisas Olson Photography, Austin Tx Photographer, photographer in Pflugerville Tx, couple on a boat

Melisas Olson Photography, Austin Tx Photographer, photographer in Pflugerville Tx, couple sailing

Melisas Olson Photography, Austin Tx Photographer, photographer in Pflugerville Tx, bride and groom holding hands

Melisas Olson Photography, Austin Tx Photographer, photographer in Pflugerville Tx, wedding bride and groom

]]> http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=1713 0 http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1713 Eli & Lexa http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MelissaOlsonPhotography-StudioBlog-CustomPhotographerInAustinTx/~3/XaqVEfYI7gI/ http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1697#comments Thu, 18 Apr 2013 04:06:19 +0000 admin http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1697 Last weekend, I had the opportunity to photograph these adorable siblings.  Eli & Lexa were so sweet!  They had so much fun playing together.  :)   Such a cute family!!

]]> http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=1697 0 http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1697 Greysen turns One! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MelissaOlsonPhotography-StudioBlog-CustomPhotographerInAustinTx/~3/QzqjpkMrsCw/ http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1657#comments Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:53:37 +0000 admin http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1657 How adorable Greysen?!?  This cute boy is turning ONE!  Mom made this ADORABLE chalkboard sign.  Isn’t it such a creative way to document the stages??  Greysen was so happy and full of smiles.  LOVED this session!!  Thanks Mom and Dad for having me document your family as your baby boy becomes a one year old.  :)

 

]]> http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=1657 10 http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1657 Mom & Me Mini Session Photos http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MelissaOlsonPhotography-StudioBlog-CustomPhotographerInAustinTx/~3/3Xz0cKOcKVo/ http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1622#comments Mon, 08 Apr 2013 20:46:20 +0000 admin http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1622 The Mom & Me Mini Sessions and the Flu decided to coincide this year for a few families.  I had several people cancel and ended up doing two Mini Sessions.  Next year, I’ll be opening up many more spots and I’ll be crossing my fingers that the flu decides to stay away during the Mini Session weekend!   I LOVED capturing these sweet kiddos with their Mommy.  With Mother’s Day around the corner, these pictures can make a great gift for yourself and grandparents.  :)   (Hint hint husbands…you can get a brag book made with her images, have her favorite image made into a gallery canvas or into a necklace!)

How cute are the sweet kids with their Mommies?!?

 

 

]]> http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=1622 1 http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1622 Pinkalicious Kate turns TWO! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MelissaOlsonPhotography-StudioBlog-CustomPhotographerInAustinTx/~3/0hELmhPHpAI/ http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1600#comments Mon, 04 Mar 2013 21:41:43 +0000 admin http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1600 My baby girl turned two last week.  SO hard to believe another year has past.  Her favorite book has always been Pinkalicious.  She LOVES the color pink and anything with gold glitter.  I happen to love both of those myself!  :) Miss Kate had a private mini session so I could get a few pics for her invite.  Now that her birthday party is over, I’ll be taking her out for the real session.  Yippie!  I LOVE planning parties and was so excited to create a modern/slightly vintage spin off of the book “Pinkalicious.”  All of these party items will be available in my Etsy store very soon!  HAPPY 2nd BIRTHDAY to my sweet KATE!

Vender Details:

Design, Invite & Printables: MOphotography.etsy.com
Cake: Jamie Harris
Crown: Hoolovesyoubaby
#2 sucker (featured on the cake): VintageConfections

I made yummy cupcakes with this recipe.  It is quite possibly the BEST vanilla bean cupcake I’ve ever had.  I also made the paper tassel garland at the top of the background.  It’s an easy and cheap DIY project that really stands out.

]]> http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=1600 5 http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1600 Texas Beauty Labs – The Ladies behind the scenes http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MelissaOlsonPhotography-StudioBlog-CustomPhotographerInAustinTx/~3/-D9WUqZHv38/ http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1592#comments Mon, 04 Mar 2013 19:02:14 +0000 admin http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1592 So excited to have had the opportunity to shoot the Texas Beauty Labs ladies for their upcoming feature in Austin Monthly!  Texas Beauty Labs is a local woman run business here in Pflugerville.  We had a blast wandering around downtown Austin for this shoot.  Aren’t they gorgeous?!? Be sure to pick up your copy of Austin Monthly soon and read about their awesome business!!

]]> http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=1592 0 http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1592 Happy Valentine’s Day! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MelissaOlsonPhotography-StudioBlog-CustomPhotographerInAustinTx/~3/Cnugq-v7__c/ http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1583#comments Wed, 13 Feb 2013 21:41:04 +0000 admin http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1583 This year, I let my 4.5 year old pick out the idea for his class Valentine’s.  I should have known he’s pick something car related.  :)   For his Teacher and their aids, we ordered these AMAZING cookies from PS I Adore You.com (all the $$ goes towards childhood cancer) and attached his cute Valentine wallets from the Valentine Mini Sessions we had in Jan.   The classmates received the cars + hearts in pouches.   You’ll be able to purchase the DIY print at home “I Wheelie Love You” valentine in the Etsy store starting today.  Don’t forget to “pin it” for next year!

Happy (early) Valentine’s Day!!   xo, Melissa

 

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]]> http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=1576 0 http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1576 Bluebonnet Mini Sessions this April http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/MelissaOlsonPhotography-StudioBlog-CustomPhotographerInAustinTx/~3/o9UvNeywcPg/ http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1571#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2013 02:21:18 +0000 admin http://melissaolsonphotography.com/blog/?p=1571 Update – SOLD OUT!

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