Alyssa

Alyssa is Ashley's little sister (in case you couldn't tell), and let me just tell you, she is a little model in the making. She is SO full of personality and cuteness! You will totally see what I mean in the pictures of her. I still have to blog my favorites of ALL the grandkids together, so you will see more of what I'm talking about. I already have plans to get a bunch of outfits and props together and get her to model for me. I might have to tone her down just a tad though. She had me laughing, that is for sure. She LOVED the camera, and well, I dont have to tell you that the camera LOVED her too!

The girls with their mom.
At the very end, after 2 hours of shooting, I let her do whatever she wanted for my last 5 pictures. All 5 turned out so cute. Here are my favorite two. This is so old school senior pic, but it works because she's so cute and little (warning: do not pose this way if 15 or older!)
Look at those blue blue eyes. Doesn't her bubbly personality just shine through!
Thanks for being such a cute little model Alyssa.

The Jones kiddos

Meet Logan and Megan. I won't make a fool out of myself by mentioning how they are related to me (see blog below). Their Momma is my cousin, Carrie. Anyway, I love how the colors they wore went so well together. Both of their eyes look like glass. So pretty! These two are a little quiet and shy and I love how their sweetness just shines in these favs.
I had to get one with Mom while she was there. I think this is too cute. Doesn't Logan look identical to his Momma. I love it. Oh, and Miss Megan was NOT too happy about the wardrobe change. Apparently she is one little fashionista who has been deciding her OWN outfits since the age of four. I love a girl that knows what she wants!

Ashley

Ashley is my first cousin once removed! All my friends and family reading this are cracking up because they know how big of a dork I am. Who knows that?? What can I say? I have no idea how I know technical family relations, but I do. Anyway, that means she is my Aunt Peggy's granddaughter. I had so much fun taking pictures of her. She's only a freshman?! I know, she looks so much older. Here ya go Ash! These are my favorite from your session. Even though you were a little nervous, it doesn't show AT ALL. You look so natural and you are SO photogenic. Well, I know my family about died when I spotted this burned wall and wanted to take their pictures in front of it. I'm glad they trusted me! I love the outcome of these. I love the artsy feel of this one. Doesn't she have the most beautiful profile?! (I really appreciate a pretty profile ... I loathe mine!) Magazine spread?

Just look at those BLUE eyes! Gorgeous.
OK, now for my little vent. What is up with all these teens with long legs looking like they are 20 something models? I still look like a 12 year old! LOL. I am so lucky to get to photograph such beautiful young women.

Steve, Jamie, and Jake

Meet my Uncle Steve and his gang, Jamie and Jake. My mom and I drove to Mabank to do a massive photo shoot and it was so much fun. Even though I already posted their gallery, I still love posting my favorites. It's fun to see how different my favs are from everyone else. Stay tuned for some more of my favorites of my Aunt Peggy's grandkids.

Jake really is a natural in front of the camera. I love his sweet little boyish grin.

This is my favorite favorite and will be going up on my website for sure.

This is my fav of the whole family.
Of course we had to do some Mom and son pics. This one just needed a little vintage touch.

Hope you guys like them!

Chris #2

Here is Chris' "real" post. I've had his images edited for a few days, but my laptop decided it could no longer run CS3, Bridge, Explorer, Outlook, etc. at the same time so I had to make a trip out to Fry's to get some more RAM. I'm not complaining though. I am thankful it was a $50 fix (for now) vs. a new computer. (well, maybe I'm not that thankful :) ). I just love his pics and I played with a lot of these. The more "normal" ones are in his proofs, but I had to post the "fun" ones. It ended up that most of these are black and white and texturized. I promise there are some great full color, but I guess the bws were my fav!

Talk about some "baby blues!" I think this is the most wild I have gotten and I love the outcome!


I'm in love with this one too. (not to toot my own horn by any means). It helps that I had a good looking guy in a cowboy hat to photograph :) Aunt Loree will die for this one.
I'm sure she'll love this one too. I am so glad we had the hat!
This one's for you, Momma! As much as I obviously love to play, this is the shot I would want if I had a son that was graduating. Clean shaven and all, lol.

Did I mention he has a sweet car?

New Logo

Here is the first "unveiling" of our new logo! Rachel and I are beside ourselves. Christa Soltis (a fantastic designer) created it for us. She was so patient and just incredible to work with through the whole process. She seriously came up with probably 20 different and unique concepts and as I narrowed them down I had her change fonts (mix fonts :) ), colors, move this here, move that there. I'm telling you ... I was a real pain in the you know what! Needless to say, I highly recommend her. So, if you have design needs, head on over to her design site and hire her!! http://www.portraitsbychrista.typepad.com/designs/ Thanks Christa! Ok, here it is ... let us know what you think.Here is the generic logo for both sides of the business. We are still debating on what to call the book site. Maybe we will have a vote or something to get your opinion.

Chris: Senior '08

Meet Chris. Chris is a senior this year and will soon be headed to Baylor. I have known Chris since he was born and its just crazy to think he is graduating from High School! I guess that means I am getting old. He was such a trooper today. Our shoot lasted over 2 hours with numerous wardrobe changes and lots of cool locations. It was really fun to drive around with his mom and cousin. I'm so honored to get to take your senior pics. So, here's to Chris ... my very first of many seniors I'm sure.

I love the textures in this first one.

Go Bears!
We had to climb a fence (a tall chain link one!) to get this shot. Yes, my bootie climbed over the fence, camera and all (and it wasn't easy)! Things just aren't quite the same now that I'm a mommy. My fence climbing days are numbered for sure. lol. Chris is quite the athlete too. Go Eagles!
I promise to post more, but I have got to go to bed as usual. It's after midnight so I will edit some more tomorrow. Here's your sneak peek Sherrie. I hope you like them!

I love piggies!

She let me put her hair in pig tails today, so I had to share. I am so lucky to be her mommy!

I just can't get enough of him!

Here are a few more from Luca's session. This first one is a practice birth announcement just to show what I can do for newborn pics. Thanks for stopping by ... now I MUST get to bed! Despite what the other pics look like, he was really awake mostly! He is SO alert for only 8 days. (But, he was 5 days late!)

My new basket ...

Can you see his grin? Love it!
I had to get a little daddy action. Rashid is so proud ... but who wouldn't be? He is just precious.

Precious LUCA PB#7

Meet sweet Luca. He is my very first newborn to photograph (besides Mia Grace of course) and I am so pleased with these images. I just had to hurry and process a few because I was dying to see them and I know his family is too. I have to admit I was quite nervous using window light and messing with a sleeping baby. Luca's mom, Mary, is a great friend and I am so glad she allowed me to play with him today. Rachel (Mary's twin!) came along as my assistant and snuggled and rocked little Luca to sleep as well as cleaned up poopy diapers and spit up! I dont know what I would have done without her. Anyway, now on to the real star ... Isn't he the most precious thing you have ever laid eyes on? He is only 8 days old and I feel honored to have been able to photograph such a beautiful baby! Enjoy! Happy Mother's Day Mary!

Promotion and Pricing!

This is a very exciting time for Love, Me thanks to all of you have supported this journey! We are set to launch our website June 1st and Rachel and I couldn't be more ecstatic. I have filled and nearly completed all 10 Portfolio Building Sessions. Thanks again to all my families and models who let me try all sorts of crazy things to get the shots I wanted. Until we are offically open for business, we are having a promotion. Starting immediately, I will waive the entire session fee ($100 value) for anyone who books a session with me before June 1st! Wow. It doesn't get much better than a FREE session.

Below you will find our ala carte pricing. We are still working out the details and will be offering lots of fun things very soon. But for now, here you go! This is for all of you who have been patiently awaiting our print prices. So, hurry, give me a call (817) 905-3523 or shoot me an email at lovemememories@gmail.com or crystaldelahoz@gmail.com as I am sure the slots will fill very quickly. Hope to hear from you soon. Stay tuned for some more sessions I need to proof.

2008 PRINT PRICES A LA CARTE

Gift Portraits

set of 8 wallets - $10

5x7 and smaller - $10

8x10 - $20

11x14 - $35

Wall Portraits

(All wall portraits are coated and mounted for longevity)

16x20 - $80

20x24 - $110

24x30 - $160

The Trojacek Family PB#6

OK. Now for their "real" post. This family session was so fun! Mica and Jason are good friends of ours and Janae is about 6 months older than Mia Grace. She will be two the end of June. Mica and I and the girls have been getting together every week for a while for "play dates" so I have gotten to know Miss Janae Grace pretty well. She is so full of personality and is always smiling. Here are the rest of my favs from their session. (Their session got cut a little short and you'll see why in the end!)

Mica found these random hay bails on the side of the road. It was perfect for their little "funky cowboy/girl" theme. Too cute. The sun was a little weird here, but there are some cute ones.

We moved to the shade in the downtown area and the lighting was WAY better.

Her face is so funny here! She was watching a train go by.

Now, onto the trendy casual pics. This family can do it all :) She's waving too me. LOL.

Here are a few more of my favs from the laundry mat. I just love these! They are so moody/trendy/cool ... love it.

This one is similar to the last one I posted, but you can see her full reflection. This is my favorite favorite! (I think ;) )
Janae is a climber and did NOT want her momma in the cart with her.
Here's our final location. This was my first attempt here and I tried again just the other day with Mia Grace and it didn't go over too well. I love the purple wall but I think I am doomed.
Yes, this is why the session ended early! She fell/jumped into the water by the purple wall, then she found this fountain and climbed right in!!! Needless to say, she did NOT want out even though she was chattering and her lips were turning blue! So when her daddy came back with dry clothes she was not a happy camper. We decided to call it a day.
As always, tell me your favorites ... or just tell me your favorite locations!