As Promised

Here are a few more from my nieces session!

Over Christmas Break

While on vacation to visit my family in NC my sister asked me to photograph my niece's 4-yr-old pictures which I was happy to do. Here is a sneak peak at my adorably sassy favorite niece! Check back for a another posting of some more pics from this session, you'll see why sassy HAS to be used to describe this precious kiddo!...I'll post them as soon as I can. Love you Ness!

Thank you for serving

I had a last minute shoot with a family just before Jeremy, Graydon, and I left for NC for Christmas. Now that we are back in town I had a little time to get a "sneak peak" ready for this family. Thank you to the father and son for your committed service in our military and to the mother and daughter for their sacrifices and as well...these things don't go unnoticed.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

We are now offering gift certificates! Are you running out of time and ideas for Christmas this year? Why not get them a gift that they will always treasure! You can purchase them for any amount above $50....AND...we are now excepting credit cards through PayPal. Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

Photographers Give Back

Something special is happening among photographers across the country, and beyond, thanks to a fellow photog friend, Kristen Kalp of Essential Imagery. She is using her talent to bless a family in need and challenging the rest of us to do the same. Well, I accept this challenge and also challenge you to do the same.
(thanks to Kristen for allowing me to borrow her words!)

You know someone. You know someone who's experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances. You know someone who can't afford custom photography, but who would cherish it this holiday season. You know someone who deserves a year-round reminder of their family's spirit, love, and beauty.

You know someone. I guarantee it.

I want to know who they are, and I want to give them the chance to experience complimentary custom photography – This includes a session, 4-5x7, 3-8x10, 16 wallets, 1-11x14, and a full resolution CD of their session! (over a $800 value)

Oh, and the best part? The person who nominates the winner receives a $100 print credit. What better reason to show some love could there possibly be.

The rules:

*You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services.

*The nominee must reside in Dallas County. The session has to take place between January and March 2009 and will accommodate up to 5 people.

*Tell me who you know, what they're experiencing, and why you feel they deserve my artwork. Please include a way to contact both your nominee and yourself.

*Comment on this blog entry to let me know you've entered, and e-mail me the full story: defininggracephoto@sbcglobal.net

I will be taking nominations through December 23 at 10pm and the winner will be announced on Christmas Eve...get nominating! I can't wait to read all of your entries!

Open your heart to someone this holiday season – and thanks for giving me the opportunity to open mine.

One last quick session before the Holidays

Last night I had one last mini session before Christmas. It was later in the evening and a beautiful new born was involved so the session took place inside. You and your girls are beautiful Alexis, hope you enjoy your little "sneak peak"!

I love it when...

I LOVE it when a family can play around and be themselves in front of my camera! I photographed this family the day before Thanksgiving and after a little bit of getting used to a camera in their faces they just goofed around, played, and interacted as a family. While I usually do some posed shots, typically per request of the family, my FAVORITE images are almost always the less "posed" moments! Impromptu pictures are WAY more fun and truly what I prefer. Here are a couple examples of both for your little "sneak peak"! (The tackle is my personal favorite from this shoot!)

Happy Thanksgiving

I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and enjoyed a relaxing time with friends and family. Jeremy, Graydon and I could not be with family this year but the chance to be with great friends was a close second! We spent this turkey day with one of my best friends, Mariah and her husband's family in North Dallas. It was a very enjoyable and relaxing afternoon and evening. With outstanding food, a loving family and a fire in the fire place there was so much to be thankful for! Even without all those things Jeremy and I have so much to praise God for and can't even begin to count how many blessings we truly have. I hope we all remember why we celebrate this season and what it is truly all about!