tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-342929672024-08-30T07:30:36.059-04:00Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34292967.post-67441621344950391702008-05-24T23:43:00.002-04:002008-05-24T23:47:02.781-04:00

... the Sophatography: Snap to It Blog has moved! Please update your feed readers and e-mail subscriptions for the new and improved blog:http://sophatography.com/blog/Once on that page, you'll see links on the left where you can subscribe to the blog via a RSS feed or an e-mail subscription. I know this is adding another thing to your already long "to-do" lists, BUT it will only take a few

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Well ... the blog has moved anyway! Please update your feed readers and e-mail subscriptions for the new and improved blog:http://sophatography.com/blog/Once on that page, you'll see links on the left where you can subscribe to the blog via a RSS feed or an e-mail subscription. You will have to do this very quick step if you would like to continue receiving updates (which I hope you do!). I'm

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I spent the afternoon with Mr. Handsome. Behind the black and white are the biggest blue eyes I've ever seen. Actually, I've seen them before on this little guy in December when we were taking holiday photos. Today we were shooting more photographs for keepsakes and for his special birthday invitation (check back in a few weeks for the finished product).Although quite a few of the cards I create

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Happy Groundhog's Day! Did you hear? Phil spotted his shadow this morning. Anyone happy to hear we have six more weeks of winter? Personally, I was already gearing up for Spring and Easter eggs, but how can I argue with a groundhog?I've decided we should make the best of the news and celebrate with Phil by taking advantage of 6-Weeks of Winter Savings.Spread Phil's Love Gift SessionEnjoy two

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My sincere thanks to all of the families I was able to work with in 2007! It really is a pleasure to meet and photograph so many nice people and I just adore the children who shared their smiles with me. Thank you all for trusting in me to capture those special moments.For those familiar faces, those clients who I've had the opportunity to work with more than once, thank you! It's a thrill to see

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BUT ... you're not going to get smiles out of me very easily! I could read his mind. He smiled with his eyes and every once and a while gave me a little smirk. What beautiful big blue eyes and such a calming nature. I love photographing this little one ...

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It's a week before Christmas and I've finally caught up on all of my holiday sessions! They were so much fun this year as many of the families I've photographed before and was able to see how their children have grown through the year. There were also several new families who added so many new smiles to my season. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to capture those memories for you!I wanted

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Photographs make wonderful holiday gifts for your family and friends. Mom arranged to have these photos taken of her son and the family boxer as a gift for her husband. We laughed as we were shooting as everyone expected the older boxer to be the easy one to position, BUT it turned out she was so excited to have her picture taken she could hardly sit still! I think Dad is going to be very

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Hard to believe tomorrow is December! November was full of many fun photo sessions that I hope to share with you over the next couple of days. The warmer weather allowed for more outdoor sessions which was nice, as the fall colors always make a nice backdrop.If you are still looking to have photographs taken for use in holiday cards or to give as a gift, please contact me ASAP. Weekends are

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Well ... congratulations on making it through this photo session! It's late October and we were outside shooting in sunshine and 70 degrees .. perfect! I really enjoyed meeting this senior and his Mom. I'm usually on the ground snapping pics of toddlers so this was a nice change of pace. I only had to do my duck voice one time for a smile. :)I thought a couple of these photos would look good as a

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I refuse to look back at the date of my last post. I know it's been a month or so, but the weeks have been full of catch up business work as well as personal matters. It's been one of those summers where you just have to buck the normal schedule and come to terms with addressing loose ends so you can move forward more efficiently. Whew! Welcome to today!September began with a flurry of

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Mommy and Daddy were overjoyed with the arrival of Baby K.! I was elated too, as I was able to take some of the first photographs of the little bug. I met the couple at the hospital after the birth and then a few days later for a home session. I like to photograph newborns within in a few weeks of birth when they are alert, but still tiny and less wiggly!And here are a couple from home where I

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What a wonderful day to celebrate the love that's shared between a father and his child(ren). Our day was nice as we spent most of it relaxing at home. We had plans to take our son to a baseball game this evening, but he said he would rather squirt Dad with the hose in the backyard for Father's Day. I couldn't argue with that!Dad was excited with a new framed collage to put on his desk at work ...

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These two are!! They couldn't wait to show me their new swimming goggles! Little known fact - when you wear neon goggles you get the sillies! It was the perfect break from taking family portraits (a gift for their grandfather's 80th birthday).Snap Tip: Take breaks during your session have a little fun and get the sillies out! Capture those moments of pure and unscripted personality.Thank you Mom,

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If you're already a parent, I'm sure you can imagine the anticipation this couple is experiencing! They are expecting their first baby any day and like them, I can't wait to meet him. The timing on these photographs was perfect ... just a few weeks out and Mom's skin is radiant and her belly nice and round. Both Mom and Dad are glowing (no dark circles under the eyes YET)! Just how many more days

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How sweet is this snap? At just 10 days old, this little one is already feeling so much love from his family, especially his big brother. There's never a bad time to photograph a newborn, but I find it's best to do it within a few weeks after birth whenever possible. I try to keep my schedule flexible enough to accommodate newborn sessions (this session was scheduled for late June, but baby

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This feels like my life some days ... the world is standing still, but I'm still racing. Those are the days when you really need to stop and force yourself to take a break. London proved to be the perfect location for my recent "break." Not only was I able to take a few relaxed breaths, but I also was able to catch up with a friend who's living in the city. I'm happy to say that I took this

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The last few days have been absolutely perfect weather-wise in Maryland. Warm, sunny blue skies and a small breeze. I love it and am going to try and enjoy it as long as possible, as I know the summer humidity is right around the corner.The nice days bode well for outdoor photo sessions. My most recent was of two lovely girls and their Mom and Dad at their house. Their backyard was the perfect

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This photograph is one of my favorites. Mom and daughter were surprising Dad with photographs for his birthday. They both had such wonderful warm spirits and excitement despite the rain and clouds.I designed this print with an "Imagine" treatment. This treatment is one of several I offer on Signature prints from a Photo Session. I love creating Signature prints, as clients often share of the

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This past weekend I had the pleasure of taking engagement photos for a wonderful couple who are getting married in July. I was shocked at how relaxed they both were knowing the big day - and the stresses that come with it - was so close.Engagement photos can be taken at any time, but most couples schedule them 3-4 months prior to their wedding day. These portraits are wonderful keepsakes and work

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I love photographing a wedding. There are so many wonderful memories and fine details waiting to be recorded. I strive to catch the unexpected moments that erupt naturally, the winks and smiles that family and friends share so naturally, the countless fine details and special touches which all together blend creating the most perfect celebration. I'm sending many warm wishes to the happy couple!

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I thought the snowy cold days of winter were behind us, but Mother Nature surprised us with a dusting this past weekend. It's not often you're able to photograph blossoms in 70 degree heat dripping with sunshine, and a few days later in 30 degree chills snow capped!

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Nothing compares to Washington D.C. in the Spring, as the cherry trees blossom and mark the beginning of a new season. Many who have never experienced the Cherry Blossoms, will say "They're just trees," and technically yes ... they are just trees ... but when you see them in person ... hundreds of them together reflecting off the water of the Tidal Basin, you can't help but be overwhelmed. I love

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This session was so much fun! Little Ms. M dressed in her Easter best and brought along her new Easter basket and some fun eggs to share with me. You don't have to wait for a holiday or special event to have portraits taken ... any day can be dress up day!My warmest wishes to your family for a wonderful Easter.

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I had the pleasure of spending Saturday morning with this lovely little one and his family. Can you believe he's just two weeks old? It was perfect timing as I like to photograph newborns during the first few weeks of life whenever possible. I always try to keep my schedule flexible enough to accommodate newborns, so please contact me if you are an expeectant mother or have just given birth and

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