Merry Christmas!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

This sweet baby girl, Landry Kate, is a doll.  As sweet as her eyes look in these portraits so is her personality.  She is so well-natured and a joy to be around!  We received the opportunity to photograph her for her first Christmas in her Christmas outfits.  I think they are perfect to post on Christmas Eve and share with all of you... I LOVE all of her images, but these were three of my favorites! :)... May all of you have a very Merry Christmas, as it is beginning to actually look a lot like Christmas! ;)

The Long Family

These are just a few of many favorite images from this family's session.  Many of you may know or recognize this family's name from when I introduced them to you before...  They are homebuilders (Wayne Long Construction) in the area and build some of the most gorgeous homes I have ever seen!  This family is so much fun to be around and I am sure there is never a dull moment on their holidays with all of the kids...  I love big families and definitely believe the more the merrier! :)

Thank you Wayne and Barbara, Heather and Barry, and Chris and Mary for sharing your entire family with us, and all of your  kids!  We had a blast with all of you and wish each of you many blessings this Christmas Season and lots of love! :)  Thank you again for allowing us to capture these special memories for years to come! :)

Priceless!

I just LOVE this shot!  Her holding her daddy's finger and lying on her daddy's arm... PRICELESS! :)

A brand new baby girl!

This brand new baby girl was welcomed into the world about six weeks ago...  Obviously they received a wonderful Christmas present early this year!... I cannot think of a better gift myself... Congratulations on your new baby girl! :)  Thank you for sharing both of your beautiful daughters with us!

Happy Birthday!

I love birthdays and like every holiday, we, at Rachelle James, love to celebrate them more than just on the day of the actual holiday, birthday, or special occasion... kind of like a day or two before and a day or two after to make the holiday or special occasion even more exciting until next year... :)  With all of that being said, this sweet boy above is very special to us and today is his birthday!... We just wanted to take a second and tell him, "Happy Birthday, Zane!" from Thomas the Tank Engine and Rachelle James. :)....  See you later, Buddy! :)

Three is Company

This family above was recently introduced to us and we instantly had a great time!  They, Chris, Kim, and Zane, are an awesome family that are tons of fun to be around!  Zane, their little boy's birthday is this week so a Happy Early Birthday is due!  Thank you Chris and Kim for opening up your home to us and for the wonderful time at Gaillardia.  We have so many gorgeous images I do not know how you are going to choose! :)  We cannot wait to see you again!

Day in and Day Out

This one is for you Trevor! :)...  The stained glass, church, arches, and statue. :)...  (I know, I know, Lori.)

This family up above may look very familiar to many of you and if so, that is because they are the Pastors' of South Lifechurch.tv.  Every year we receive the opportunity to photograph their family and create our custom cards for them to send out to the partners of South Lifechurch.tv.  We have so much fun creating different themes and layouts for them to share.  Thank you Trevor and Lori for what you and your family sacrifice day in and day out as Pastors. :)  Even though it may go unnoticed many times your work and dedication is appreciated!  Thank you! :)

On a little side note:  If any of you who have an iphone and love apps like we do, download youversion or visit youversion.com to interact in a whole new way with the Bible... It is way cool and and totally accessible!

The Tibbs' Family

Rob and Michelle, the two of you have a great family with beautiful kids to say the least! :)  We always love being able to photograph the kids year after year and see how much they have grown.  I have to admit this year I think the two of you have been giving them growing pills since last year! : )  In all seriousness, thank you so much for allowing us to capture and share in these special times in your lives!  We absolutely love it and love all of you! :)

A Blind Date it Was

Well many of you know that we have been crazy busy with Family Portraits!  This is an exciting time of year and is fun to get to spend time with family and friends, eat lots of good food, play fun games, watch great movies, and just hang out with the people that are important to us!  We are so blessed to be able to share our time with new and old friends that we meet each and every day!  One of those families that we have grown to know is Steve and Andrea Miller introduced to us by another favorite person of ours.  They are amazing people and how they met is even more amazing!.... A blind date.  The crazy part is that it was not even scheduled for the two of them to meet, but God had other plans and the two of them ended up on the blind date and together forever!

My Twin Sister!

These two wonderful people above are very special to me!...  For those of you who know me and ask me all the time what my twin sister looks like, here she is!...  Michelle and her husband Nick are two of the most awesome people I know.  They both truly love each other and live their lives as an example to all of us....  Thank you, Nick and Michelle for allowing us to capture the two of you close to your two year anniversary!  We are so blessed to be apart of your lives!  I thank God for the two of you everyday! :)

Just a Reminder: Only a Few Days Left!

The Leaves are Falling!

Well, we have been crazy busy with Family Portraits!  I have so many gorgeous images to share with you over the next few weeks that I can hardly wait!...  Enjoy these beautiful fall colors and think of the Holidays! :)

You Just Can't Help, but Love It!

CHRISTMAS DEADLINES!

Boys Will Be Boys!

I just love it when the pictures speak for themselves!  These images definitely catch the sweet, silly, and stinker sides' of boys....  These brothers are the cutest around and are always so much fun to photograph!...  They definitely keep their mom and dad very busy as you can probably already guess. :)

The Sharpe's

I do not know what you were doing this past Saturday, but I spent my morning with the best looking family ever!  Their newest addition, was the cutest little booger! :)  I definitely loved the red plaid shirts; they added a way fun element with the changing fall colors! :)...  Oh, one last thing, Josh, don't forget to be careful drinking your coffee next time... :)
Nos vemos!

CHRISTMAS CARDS!

Along with our Families in the Park, our Custom Christmas Cards are some of our most sought after holiday musts!  Ask about our annual Fall Special and see how it can help you with your Christmas Card list this year!  Call 405.237.3324 today!

Fall is for Families!

We are already booking for Families in the Park and our schedule is almost full!  We only have a couple of slots left, so if you are thinking about Christmas Portraits, NOW IS THE TIME!  They are the ONLY SATURDAYS during the year we shoot!  Hurry, call today and ask about our annual Fall Special at 405.237.3324 before spaces run out and Christmas is here!

SENIORS JOIN MORGAN!

This girl is definitely gorgeous, inside and outside!  She has so much potential and I cannot wait to see what God has in store for her life.  I am blessed to be able to be apart of such a momentous occasion in her life... Senior Portraits! :)  You can see her baby puppy below who has stolen my heart as well....  Morgan, you are truly a wonderful person!   I cannot wait for you to see all of your images... There are TOO MANY beautiful ones! :)

Sadie, Baby!

This little girl went on an unwelcomed and unwanted adventure, in other words, she got lost right before her photo shoot the other day and Morgan had to go ahead and come without her, but after many prayers, God some how helped a neighbor's family member find her at the right time and to get her right where she needed to be... just in time for her portraits!... God is so amazing!...  As you can tell, this baby golden retriever stole my heart!  She was perfect! :)... Thank you, Sadie!

Krista Bullock: Beautiful Bride

She anxiously rushed from room to room, making sure everything was perfect just before it was time to begin.  Finishing subtle details that made all the difference, such as adding a bobby pin to hold her loose curls out of her face, lip gloss to give a kissy face for when the time was right, and an old, worn out, pair of cowboy boots, that if could talk, could tell endless stories themselves.  Lastly, she took one last deep breath and let a huge sigh of relief as she smoothed her dress from top to bottom realizing that all the planning was finally over and it was time.  As we were walking out the door, one last glance was due, making sure nothing was out of place or over looked.  Finally, she was headed out into her old backyard that she grew up in, to create new memories for her new chapter in her life!

Thank you Krista for being such a beautiful bride.  Congratulations to you and Ethan on your new home...  May it be filled with many of God's blessings!

Footprints

Sweet kisses ran through the air as this little angel blew us plenty.  Our time there was filled with many new memories as she entertained us all with wit and charm.  The soft breeze and gentle sun left no harsh marks on any of our time in the pleasant grassy field.  The only marks that were left was on the field, where this little one left her footprints, just like she did in all of our hearts on this special day.

Spins and Giggles

Smiles, grins, cheers, laughters, and giggles filled the air as Morgan twirled and spun around in the open field.  For one second she knew she was a princess, a true princess.  She grinned from ear to ear at her glowing mom as she received an accepting smile in return.  The accepting smile that stood for her acceptance as our honorary subject for the time being.  It was almost as if Morgan knew by a sparkle that glistened in her eye, that at this particular moment, she knew she could have anything she wanted, as we were completely enamored with her little spirit and sweet playfulness!