I've been wanting to capture this family for ages. They have been friends of ours for years and they are beautiful! I could've posted so many cute individual shots of the kids but, instead I decided to focus on Mom and Dad! I love bright colors and summer and lots of kids. So this shoot was perfect! P.S. As much as i don't want to embarrass her...I have to say it, "Janet you are gorgeous!"
Dorianna was woken up from a short nap right before this session. She was so tender. It was my pleasure to capture her quiet moments and...not so quiet moments.
I got this family...their kids are the same ages as mine! They are smart for two reasons: they chose Mini Sessions instead of the normal portrait package AND they hired someone else to do capture their family! This is how you need to do it when you have 3 under 6 yrs old! Kids are fast and they like to run in different directions.
This is my second of many photo shoots that I plan to do with this family...they are so fun! Everything about this shoot screams summer...bliss!
This is the first of several Mini Sessions and it was an incredible start to our day! This family was an absolute delight to capture...seriously!
I love following a family through their stages of life.Want to take a trip back in time? Pictures can do that... HERE IS THE SHOOT where I first captured this couple a couple of years ago to celebrate being married and in love!
HERE IS THE NEXT SHOOT where I captured their growing family...Addy was 2 and they had just found out that they were expecting! I think I was among the first to find out :)
Now for the arrival of Charlie! I had the incredible opportunity to capture them in their beautiful home. Documenting their new life was my privilege.
It's always an honor to capture a family...it's a blessing to capture them more then once...it's AMAZING to meet the WHOLE family! Thank you Heuser family for having me come and capture sweet Trudi's 90th Birthday. Here's a few images from the shoot!
I love this family! They are so sweet and well...gorgeous! I've been wanting to capture them for a long time and I'm so glad it finally worked out for them to be our models for the FOCUSED Photography Workshop! I knew this couple when they were "just friends", "courting", "engaged", "newly married", then surprise! "pregnant!" and again, and again! Children are a blessing from the Lord and this couple has been incredibly blessed with three beautiful girls...so far!
I love capturing families. I love capturing people I have known for a long time. I love being able to see people get married and have kids and see how they change. I love watching people parent and come into their own. I seeing a Mom dream and then work to make her dreams happen. I love being a small part of this...beautiful family! My images from the last Mom FOCUSED Photography Workshop:
I love my kids and I love the art of birthday parties and ALL that that means. Deep down I'm a "go big or go home" kinda girl...maybe that's why I love America so much! :) Here's what I did for Leyton's truck theme birthday! We invited boys and their dads to come for the party and everything we did involved the Dad's playing with their sons.
My little girl Clara has given me a run for my money. It supposed to easier with each kid right? In some ways it is easier because I'm a much more of a settled mom (and person) then I was with my first. But, Clara does not get all my attention so things like staying on top of veggies have really slipped. She is my picky eater...my non-talker...my non-walker...bundle of pure love. AND she's 15 months! Who knows when she's going to add more words to her mama-dada-hi-bye vocabulary. But, ohh she gives the best hugs. She loves to linger and give kisses...yes the slobber kind! She has my heart and she knows it.
But ohh, she is gorgeous.
I've had sick kids home from school for the last 3 days so...I got a taste of what life will be like this summer having everyone back home all day long! So, I've done some research and have wonderful things to share! Summer is coming - whether the weather says it or not! So we have got to get ready.
What are you doing this summer? Vacation...beach...parks...picnics...family fun! I've got some ideas!
1. Look into your town parks programs! They have everything listed on the website and its usually reasonable and very fun!
2. Find a trustworthy church that having a VBS (vacation bible school) It's a great way for kids to learn about God and hang with other kids in a safe environment! AND it's usually free or close to it! You have got to register quickly because after this post...spots will be filled quickly!
Holy Cross Lutheran VBS (on 42) is June 14-17th
Bethany Church is doing a VBS June 20-24th...I think it runs 8:45am to 11:45am. $5 per child. AND I think 3 and up! To find out more contact Bethany Church.
Wooddale Church has a Camp Awesome! The week is $75, includes snacks, crafts, t-shirt and field trips.
Wooddale's VBS is June 20-24th
July 6 - Grand Slam Trip (Burnsville) 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. for ages 6 and older. Unlimited mini golf, batting cages, krazy kars, lazer tag & playzone! Bus Stop: Lakefront Park or Sandpoint Beach. Cost $25/resident; $30/non-resident (hot dog lunch included). Deadline: one week before trip. For more information call 952-447-9820 or visit the City of Prior Lake Recreation Department webpage.
July 8 - Free Family Beach Day 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Sandpoint Beach (off Co. Rd. 42 and Crest Ave.) Enjoy face painting, crazy hair coloring, DJ with live music, games, crafts, and free parking. Hot dog lunch and concessions available at great prices. No lifeguards on duty; no registration required. For more information call 952-447-9820 or go to Recreation Website.
July 14 - FREE Concert in the Park Featuring SteamHeat (Swing) 7 p.m., Lakefront Park, 5000 Kop Parkway, Prior Lake. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs & enjoy! New this year is Chamber Market featuring food, vendors & fun each week from 5-8 p.m. For more information call Lori Drabant at (952) 447-9823. For rainout information call (952) 447-9825.
Hillside Church (formerly Bloomington Baptist) is doing it a little different offering Amazing Wednesday Adventures! Check out what fun things they have planned!
Jefferspond Elementary School - July 25-28th, 2011 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm Cost is $10 contact melissa@bridgewood.org to register.
Friendship Church VBS is Aug 1-4th
August 11 -FREE Concert in the Park Featuring Alphabits Band (Family/Kids Show) 7 p.m., Lakefront Park, 5000 Kop Parkway, Prior Lake. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs & enjoy! New this year is Chamber Market featuring food, vendors & fun each week from 5-8 p.m. For more information call Lori Drabant at (952) 447-9823. For rainout information call (952) 447-9825.
August 25 - FREE Concert in the Park Featuring Music & Magic (Family/Kids Show) 7 p.m., Lakefront Park, 5000 Kop Parkway, Prior Lake. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs & enjoy! New this year is Chamber Market featuring food, vendors & fun each week from 5-8 p.m. For more information call Lori Drabant at (952) 447-9823. For rainout information call (952) 447-9825.
August 29 - State Fair Trip 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. But stop is at the Municipal Parking Lot (behind VFW). All ages welcome! Fee for bus ride only; tickets for State Fair available at the gate (Senior and Kids Day). Cost: $7 per person or $17 per family for residents; add $5 for non-residents (must reside at same address). Deadline to register: August 22. Call 952-447-9820 or visit the City of Prior Lake Recreation Department webpage.
Make sure you have your camera in hand so you can capture precious moments as they are happening.
You're welcome! Hope to see you there.
Adriah is in kindergarten and is Star Student this week. Part of that week is having the parent write a letter, note, poem that will be read to the class about the Star that week! I used to write poetry all the time for no reason at all but, for my love of writing. Now, I don't write a lot...that is until Star Student week!
Adriah - the kind princess
There is no one in the world like you and there never will be.
You were my start to parenting, my end to longing for a baby.
Carrying you, holding you for the first time, and cuddling you now,
I know I am blessed by God, me with you and you with me.
Adriah Liberty, my "love of life" and "Freedom," choose wisely.
Oh I have learned from you, and the heart you lend.
Kindness is your gift...yours to freely give because you have received.
You are tenderhearted, kindred spirited, and loyal to no end.
Children are a blessing from the Lord and you are mine.
"Lord, grant me the ability to find out who you are and let you be,
But, pour in truth, love and hope so that you soar higher...above this world,"
to know you are called with purpose to love your King freely.
Forever my first born and princess in waiting,
One look from your lovely eyes and I melt in a sea of memories,
You were born to lead in kindness, thoughtfulness is yours,
I pray wisdom goes before you and you follow her carefully.
After all that...Adriah told she's really excited about me writing a letter about her. She was very clear that she didn't want a poem and a letter is best. So, I guess this poem was for me to write AND YOU to read! I hope you enjoyed getting to know my little girl. I adore her! Now...off to write my letter.
I'm so pleased the Mini Sessions are selling like hotcakes! The Family Photography Sessions are a great way to capture your loved ones...painless! Here's an update for the sessions still available. Remember, when you email me, please give me your top 2 time-slots and your choice of package! thanks.
If you're interested please contact me as soon as possible! 952.201.2943 or info@noemiphotography.com (check out this earlier post with more details!)
Is it time for some updated images? On June 4th I’ll be offering a special on mini portrait sessions in Minneapolis, MN. Perfect for updated shots of the kids, some new fun headshots/lifestyle pictures of you, or a mini-couples session. (Here's a link from past mini sessions)
• When: Saturday, June 4th, 2011
• Where: Walker Art Museum and Sculpture Gardens
• Times: Sessions will begin at 9 AM
• Sessions will start on the hour and the half hour and are 20-25 minutes max in length:
• Mini sessions are for groups up to 4 people max (kids, families, couples, headshots welcome) If your family has more then 4 people contact me for details...you may 2 Mini Session spots to make sure we have time.
• Assorted posed and candid shots
• Feel free to bring a few props of your own
There will be two packages available for the SUMMER Mini Sessions ONLY!
Basic Mini Sessions are $150 and include:
• Time and processing
• Assistant on hand to help entertain the kids
• 25-30 final edited images uploaded to online gallery (PICTAGE.com) for proofing and ala carte ordering
AND the CD (final edited images) with ability to reproduce images.
Premium Mini Sessions Packages are $325.00 include:
-everything in the basic package, 35-40 images and an 8 x 8 album with 20 sides ($250.00 value). This is a beautiful coffee table book to show off your new portraits!
To book your session or inquire for more details, please email me. (All photo-sessions are on a first come first serve basis.)
*** Mini Sessions provide a great opportunity to get some updated and fun shots of the kids or small families, but they are not the best fit for full-blown portrait sessions with outfit changes, or large groups. Those take more time that we would have on this date. If you are interested in large group family photography or full lifestyle portrait sessions, please do email for more information. Thank you! *
Yes...this is my lovely sister and her amazing family! Little Libby is only 2 months younger then my youngest. One of the greatest gifts has been sharing motherhood with her! Even from across the ocean (they live in England.) But on a recent visit I got to capture them as a family! So fun! I'm so excited to share my sister with you.
I've known Carole since she was a little Freshmen at Bethany College of Missions over 10 years ago. We've both changed and our family have grown! Here's some shots from our shoot together.
This was my first time capturing this family and it was hilarious! Their two year was on the move and had no interest in getting her picture taken. We had to pull out all the stops and just follow where ever she went. It made for creative shots...in the bathroom...gotta love kids! Ohh yah and thank you to the lovely Monkey would made these sitting shots possible! :)
I've been taking pictures of this precious family for years and I LOVE THEM DEARLY! I love that the dad is even coming around on the importance of pictures...I think it's cause I make the photo session so fun! :) Sweet Harper. I don't know what to say about you. You are a doll. Your sweet in every way. I love listening to you talk...waiting to hear the next cute thing you're going to say. I'm so glad you know who I am.
Enjoy!
I first met Amanda and her family at her sister's wedding last year, then she came to my Mom FOCUSED Photography Workshop and our latest venture together was Mini Sessions! I have loved getting to know her and her family...into the future.
