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{scherer boys}. boise family photographer. meridian family photographer

2011-09-09T12:20:00.000-07:00

Have you ever heard of Irish Twins? Well, these two are the cutest Irish twins I have ever met. They love their mommy and think their daddy is the greatest thing next to Capri Suns!

I saw these two cute little guys playing at the park a few weeks after our shoot and they were as shy as ever! I love it when little ones spend an hour or two playing with me, teasing me with their coy smiles and running away from me during their shoot, and then when our paths cross at another point in time, they act so shy. You can see the wheels in their brain turning, trying to place where they know me from. The best is when they ask "where is your camera?" As if it was my right arm, you know, something attached and permanently part of me!!!

Tracy, you are one amazing mother! The love you have for these two little men is undeniable.

{jones family} / nampa, idaho family photographer

2011-07-16T10:38:00.000-07:00

This is one of the greatest families I know! When we first moved into our home, I had heard TJ, the father of this family, talk about growing up in Bend. From that moment on, I knew we would be quick friends!!!! Annabelle is one of the greatest inspirations in my life. She has housed nieces and nephews in her home for over a year (making their household number increase from 6 to 10 people!) and took care of her father-in-law in the last years of his life. While her life was the busiest it could be, she kept up on volunteering in her children's school classes, doing MY hair (she does hair AND she does an amazing job at covering up my WHITE hair! Yes, I have been going WHITE since I was 26 years old), and cheering her children on in all of their extra activities! Tabitha, Sterling, Preston are some of my boys idols!

Shortly after these pictures were taken, their oldest son, Zach left for a 2 year mission to Romania. I don't know how Annabelle has held her composure, but she has handled his departure with such ease! Zach will be such a blessing to those living in Romania.

Thanks for being such an inspiration to my family! We love the Jones Family!

{crystal+brandt=eternal love}.portland, oregon wedding photographer.yakima wedding photographer

2011-07-11T20:40:00.000-07:00

In high school, one of my fondest memories is driving to school with one of my best friends sitting next to me singing at the top of our lungs the song: "Ironic" from Alanis Morissette. One of the lines of the chorus states "It's like Rain, on your wedding day...." and Chelsea Ann and I always commented on that line. "Wouldn't that be horrible" I remember asking Chelsea, and sure enough, 4 years later, in Portland Oregon, it rained on Chelsea Ann's wedding day. She wasn't bothered, it didn't phase her one bit, if it had been me with rain on my wedding day, I would have freaked out (obviously, someone up above knew me all too well and blessed me with one of the hottest days of the year on my May wedding day 11 short years ago.).

Well, just as Alanis Morissette's song rang true for Chelsea Ann 9 years ago, it rang true to me and my sweet cousin on HER wedding day. Portland Oregon was beautiful but very dreary on her wedding day on May 27th, but just like my best friend Chelsea Ann, it didn't seem to drag my cousin Crystal down one bit. She was beautiful, radiant, and breathtaking, just like a bride should be on her wedding day.

11 short years ago Crystal was one of my "jr. bride's maids" at my wedding, and on her special day, I witnessed her new chapter as a married woman, and joyfully, I watched her day unfold behind my camera!

And, for all of you single ladies who dig singer/songwriters with a passion.... here is my ultra sweet, cute, dare I say romantic *single* cousin Garrett! Here is a link to his facebook music page. You just MIGHT be hearing his music in the very near future each and every time you look at my blog! More to come!

Congrats to Crystal and Brandt! My your life be full of love!

{baby ryah}.sisters, oregon baby photographer.

2011-07-11T19:39:00.000-07:00

Baby Ryah entered this world after 30+ hours of labor at a little less than 6 pounds. Her mom, the amazing Ultra Runner channeled her stamina and determination and labored for nearly 20+ hours before asking for an epidural.

Ryah's parents work with the disabled through the educational system and have the biggest hearts for those around them. They live in what my boys considered "Bear Country" from the Berenstain Bears books. Beautiful surroundings with lots and lots of room and country for little Ryah to run, if she so chooses to follow in her parents Pearl Izumi footsteps (Ryah's mom is sponsored by Pearl Izumi and has one of the most colorful collections of running shoes possible. My husband is slightly jealous of her connections!)!

Congrats to the Nordell's! Ryah is so precious; you two have been truly blessed!(and MY family has truly blessed by the two of you!!!)

Ryah's dad Josh was able to calm her down with complete ease!

I will have you know that Ryah slept the very best while in this bucket! Who needs a crib?!

{slevins}/Portland Family Photographer

2011-06-21T23:02:00.000-07:00

Their love story began over 14 years ago. The love between the two of them is unreal. Seriously, if you didn't know any better, you'd think they were just in the beginning stages of dating! The way Brendan looks at Sommer is just breathtaking. While editing these pictures, I had a constant perm-a-grin! (Looking at love birds for a long period of time just makes me a little giddy!)

When Sommer and Brendan were beginning their courtship, Brendan would send Sommer beautiful love letters. At the end of the love letters, he would sign them "truly always." They both had those sweet loving words tattooed onto their arms.

So, after looking at these pictures, you might be thinking that these are engagement pictures! Not so fast my photog friends. The two of them share 4 amazing children between the two of them! They have had their ups and downs throughout their 14 years of love, but as Sommer admits, they truly don't ever fight.

When they asked if I would capture their first family picture while I was visiting Portland, Oregon, I was estatic! Sommer and I have the same taste of "dirtiness and urbanish" locations, so, working with them was a snap. I was almost discouraged and brought to tears as I drove into Portland the night of the photoshoot and found it had been raining all day long. I don't think I could function for any long period of time in Portland. Yes, I lived near Portland for many years, but as a photographer, do you just deal with the rain? My prayers were answered as my GPS took me into downtown Portland and the rain vanished. I giggled and screamed with excitement!!!

The Slevin's found me wandering the streets of Portland and led me to our destination. Brendan had found a location that made me gasp. In all seriousness, my gasp was so loud, I swear my husband probably heard it a whole state away!

As the Slevins exited their vehicle, I found myself covering my mouth with excitement and happiness, trying not to gawk. The Slevin's family is beautiful, hip, urban, and ultra outgoing! Just the type of people I LOVE! In fact, I have asked Sommer if I could "claim" their youngest, little June, as a future daughter-in-law. June would be a perfect match for Tian, my youngest!

The 2+ hours spent with the Slevins was heaven. It was full of laughing, hugging, loving, kissing (lots and lots of kissing! My fav!), and hand holding. This family is not shy and show their emotions openly and freely! They love each other and it shows.

These family pictures are not perfect. But what I will admit is that they are priceless. What 14 year old (well, actually TURNING 14 years old 2 days following our photo shoot) willingly holds his 11 year old sisters hand without a fight and then laugh and joke with his parents as if they were his best friend? Only the coolest 14 year old boy I know of! The laughs and kisses are truly genuine. They were not staged or coaxed. This family loves each other, looks after each other, and enjoys each other's company!

Sommer, you are beautiful in every which way. You are a loving mother who puts her children's cares before her own. You have fun with your children and enjoy being in their company. You are one to be acknowledged as a true example of Motherhood!

Brendan, I loved watching you interact with each of your children. You take special time with each one of them and it shows! They love being with you!

Slevins, it was a wonderful, life changing evening spent with you. I am so happy you found your happy ending. May your love show through these images!

Boston

2 days following our photoshoot, Boston was turning. As we wandered the streets of Portland, talking about Boston turning 14, Brendan looked up and saw on the side of a building a HUGE #14! Talk about perfection!

(I love the interaction between Sommer, Boston and Brendan. This family loves to laugh!)
Sydney

I am so undecisive between these next to, SO, I will just post them both up. Same picture, just color on one, black and white on the other!

Eliot

During our shoot, Sommer informed me of Eliot's middle name: Wilde! She said something to the effect of, "Doesn't her name fit her?" I love love LOVE a girly girl with spunk!

Juniper

{baby will}/Boise Newborn Photographer/Boise Family Photographer

2011-06-17T10:41:00.000-07:00

8 years ago I had some dental work done. I went in for a simple tooth ache, and 4 dentist visits later, I still had my tooth ache AND a new acquired hole in my tooth. The dentist I was seeing never could seem to get the filling "just right," or at least that is what he told me. I was coming into work later then usual on my dentist visit days, and finally, my coworker said, "Why don't you just leave the guy. I have a great dentist you should check out." I left the guy and found the greatest dentist on earth. His name is Scott Carter.

Earlier this month, I was on my way to Sister, Oregon for a newborn shoot and I received a text from "Scott (the dentist)" as he put it! He was choosing me to take his sweet little baby boy's newborn pictures. I felt flattered, honored, and completely excited!!!

To be honest, I think this was the most nervous I was going to a photo shoot (well, maybe just as nervous as I was heading to my first Senior photo shoot 1 short year ago!!!). I had made sure to floss twice a day, brush three times a day, and whiten my teeth every single day leading up to the newborn shoot. I brought extra gum JUST so Scott and Amy didn't think I caught a bad case of gingivitis!!! (Did I mention Amy, Scott's wife is ALSO a dentist? Yeah, they met in Dental School at OHSU in Oregon.)I was sweating bullets, but when I entered their very warm and very beautiful home, my nerves were calmed and I was completely at ease.

It was so nice to finally meet Scott's wife Amy. My husband and I have been hearing about her for years. I think Scott probably got sick of hearing Justin ask, "When are you just going to marry her" at every one of his 6 month cleaning appointments. Amy is a quiet, loving, beautiful mother and devoted daughter. She wanted to incorporate an old pair of cowboy boots, (that belonged to her mother) that meant a great deal to her and her mother. The story behind the cowboy boots is so endearing and special, it probably shouldn't be publicly told through my blog. Just know that they are a special part of Amy's life. Hopefully little Will will wear them with pride one day knowing they meant so much to his grandmother.

When Amy was first pregnant, Scott wanted to name their little guy "Cowboy." I think it fits! (among other names, "Tank and Mac" were also front runners in Scott's book of boy names. Amy liked Jack, Hudson and Will. When I met Will, he actually didn't quite have a name. But, the Carters decided on the name Will, and I think Will is a perfect name for a perfect little guy!)

Beware! This is one of the cutest little guys you will ever lay your eyes on. He is also one of the smiliest babies I have ever met. I am sure, once he grows some teeth, he will have some of the perfect little teeth as well!

Congrats to the Carters. You have a handsome little man on your hands! And Scott, I will see you in about 4 months for my next cleaning!

See, I wasn't lying! Look at this sweet little grin on Will's face? Priceless!

Claire Elouise/Bend, Oregon Newborn Photographer

2011-05-10T08:15:00.000-07:00

Baby Claire Elouise is one of the sweetest, quiet, calm babies I have met in a while. I met her when she was a little over a week old and she won me over in the first nano seconds of our meeting. She is the daughter of a dear friend from high school and I couldn't be any happier then to take her newborn pictures. If you remember from a few posts before, Sarah was just about to pop the last time I saw her!

Sarah was a trooper throughout not only her pregnancy but her labor. After some complications, Sarah was finally released from the hospital sporting a fancy "push present." I just read about Rachel Zoe's 10 carat push present , my dear friend was sent home with a medical bracelet she has to gracefully wear for at least the next 6 months along with administer shots into her abdomen just to thin her blood. I tell you what, this mama is not only amazing, she is brave! Claire Elouise, you are truly loved.

Baby Blanket
When Sarah and I spoke about Claire's newborn photos, there were three items she wanted to include in the photo shoot, and one was a knitted afghan. It was knitted by a lady named Helen Stevens, a long time nurse and a central oregon icon. She knitted it when she was 99 years young and lived to be 102 years old. This was the last afghan she knitted before her death. Very special indeed!

Another special item we included were these sweet, white shoes. These shoes were Sarah's and were in immaculate condition. Sarah was so excited to have a girl that could wear these.

The third item Sarah wanted to include was this pillow case embrodered by one of her grandmothers, or dear I saw great grandmothers.

I was shocked when Sarah brought out this picture of Claire's older brother Kevin. Can I saw virtually identical?

Thank you for the extraordinary opportunity to spend a fraction of time with your sweet baby Sarah. She is precious, a true miracle, and a blessing to all. May you heal to full capacity my friend!

Brianna+Tyler=fun, food, and memories/Boise Wedding Photographer

2011-05-09T21:26:00.000-07:00

When I first met Brianna, she showed me a wedding that inspired her. We both went with the ideas from this wedding in a pumpkin patch and tried to recreate the vintage look in not only her pictures, but her reception as well. Brianna has one of the most amazing mothers who not only made most of Brianna's decorations, but she cooked most of food for the luncheon and reception. (minus the wedding cake!)

When you arrived at the reception site, you were welcomed with a huge banner that stated Brianna and Tyler's name. Written with bright chalk along the sidewalk of the venue were, let's just say, "well wishes!" (you will soon see one of MY favorite chalk creations!)

The reception was full of friends, family, and hugs galore! That Brianna is one popular girl. I think her little brother was VERY happy she had so many girlfriends come and wish her congratulations.

Congratulations to the sweetest, most thoughtful couples I know! I hope we stay in touch!

Brianna+Tyler=L.O.V.E/Boise Temple Wedding Photographer/Boise Family Photographer

2011-05-09T14:12:00.000-07:00

I had been looking forward to this special day for weeks! Not only was it my husband's 35th birthday, it was also Brianna and Tyler's wedding! Brianna and I connected on so many creative levels, I was full of excitement and anticipation just waiting to see her wedding finally come together!

I arrived at the temple very early, like I said, I was eager and full of anticipation! As I watched the wedding party exit the temple prior to Brianna and Tyler, I felt as if I was watching the Little Mermaid and her groom. Seriously, no joke. In fact, one of the bride's little cousins said, "Mommy, Bertha (I am making the first name up because I don't have a clue who the bride was!) looks just like Ariel on the Little Mermaid!" She thought it was sweet, I thought it was typical. Typical homemade dresses (I don't have a single thing wrong with homemade. In fact, my little flower girl/jr. bride's maids wore homemade dresses to MY wedding!) with tons and tons of bridesmaids. Some pregnant, some who looked like they were just entering middle school, like I said, a ton of bridesmaids! I was staring WAY too much at this wedding party and almost lost track of the time.

Moments later, I saw the wedding party I was waiting for and it was a complete breathe of fresh air. As if J.Crew's models graced off the magazine pages and walked onto the Boise temple grounds. SERIOUSLY! Beautiful, elegant and oh so lovely! (I now use the word "lovely" quite frequently thanks to my new friend Brianna, who, by the way, if I were 10 years younger, I really hope we would have been good friends! She is just like her mom!)
Thank you Brianna and Tyler for getting married. I love weddings, I love flowers and people in love. You made me smile, laugh, and want to love even more than I already do.

***on a side note... when we were through taking pictures, Brianna realized that her and Tyler's car keys were with Brianna's mom... at the wedding luncheon a few miles away. They were stranded at the temple without a car to get them to the luncheon. I offered my amazing escourt services (meaning my transportation services for all you dirty minded folks out there!) and took them to the luncheon. Actually, Tyler took us to the luncheon as I rode in the back seat; taking the seat my 5 year old son usually sits in. (praying I didn't have crumbs stuck to my bum from the back seat of my car. I swear I clean my car, but this morning I was more worried about all of my camera equipment rather then vacuuming.) We rode to the luncheon listening to Tyler singing, "The Bear Necessities" from Radio Disney. Growing up in Germany, I was surprised Tyler even knew the song. Shows you how lame-o I am when it comes to other countries.***

{my friend Sarah}/Bend, Oregon Maternity Photographer

2011-05-03T08:28:00.000-07:00

There was this friend of mine from high school that was the "everything" girl! She was beautiful, she was outgoing and sweet, she was everyone's friend. She was an amazing athlete who was very well known for her spectacular pole vaulting skills, she was involved in the school's newspaper, student council, and when the time rolled around, she organized our high school reunion. This is my fantastic, wonderful, beautiful friend Sarah, and she has a little secret!

Sarah's got a bun in the oven and is about to pop in these pictures! Against all of her doctor's wishes and orders, this adventurous friend of mine went on a *little* hike throughout the beautiful surroundings of Bend, Oregon and gave me her greatest most beautiful grin through all of those pregnancy pains! We were hoping our little shoot would put her into labor, but alas, she remained pregnant until the day of her due date.

Congratulations to my sweet friend Sarah! Pictures of her beautiful addition to follow soon!!!! (Just to warn you, her little babe is one of the most adorable little things with major thick hair and a very plump set of lips. Just thought I would tease you!)

{kevin} 4 years old/Bend, Oregon Child Photographer

2011-05-03T08:15:00.000-07:00

Bend, Oregon produces some of the cutest kids I know! On a recent trip to my hometown, I had the opportunity to spend some quality time with a cute little 4 year old named Kevin. This little squirt is the most mature little 4 year old I know! He has the most AMAZING "magic manners" I have heard, he can tell you all about his rock collection, AND, pretty soon, he is going to make a great big brother!

And did I mention he has the most envied eye lashes I have EVER seen? Give me some eye lash lovin' Kevin!

{Liberty Charter Prom}, Nampa Prom Pictures

2011-04-29T23:14:00.000-07:00

Umpteen years ago I attended Prom with my football/wrestling boyfriend. It was an event of the year. To begin the evening of Prom, we had our pictures taken by a professional picture which I cherished! This photographer would open up his studio for 2-3 hours for high school students to have their Prom pictures taken. It was one of the high lights of my night, getting our pictures taken in front of a beautiful NATURAL background with great lighting and a professional behind the camera. No waiting in lines, wasting precious dancing time, cheesy backdrops, and crappy pictures.
So, when I got into photography a little over a year ago, one of my first thoughts was back to high school and my prom pictures. I never got brave enough to accomplish one of my little dreams, UNTIL a sweet High School senior by the name of Devon texted me; asking if I would like to take some Prom pictures! Isn't it funny how your dreams come a reality through ways you would never expect?

Thank you Devon and Jarom for introducing me to your ultra cool friends! I had an *epic* night (in the words of sassy, fierce and amazingly cute girl McKenna)thanks to you two and your friends! Jarom, next year? I sure hope so!!!

{Rhett} 2 year old/Star Child Photographer

2011-04-14T20:57:00.000-07:00

Rhett and his mom are two of my favorite people! We had one of the most fun mornings playing with wooden planes, reading books in a field, crawling through crates and eating cupcakes in celebration of Rhett turning TWO!

It has been so rewarding watching Rhett grow up and taking part in his many milestones! I first took his picture when he was a mere 6 months old, then when he turned one, and now a third time for his 2nd birthday. I am truly blessed with good friends and happy memories!

Lookie how cute Rhett's mama Nicole is! Just looking at this hot mama, would you ever guess she had a bun in the oven? Yeah, she is 20 weeks and not even showing a bit. She SWEARS she is just covering up, but girlfriend, that little boy in your belly needs to display himself!!! Some ladies are way too lucky!

I had the cutest assistant with me on this shoot: His name is Tian! He is 2.5, loves super heroes, has the greatest dance moves (he LOVES Justin Beiber and requests Baby Baby Baby quite frequently!) and on this special morning, he was dressed in his new "cool" coat as he calls it to impress his friend Rhett!

{Margaret} class of 2011/Columbia High School Senior Photographer/Nampa High School Senior Photographer

2011-04-14T06:01:00.000-07:00

This Senior picture photo shoot was one year in the making; and when the day finally arrived, I was pumped! Margaret is full of life, spunk, and SASS. She knows how to work it in front of a camera, she has got some serious smarty-pants brains (she got into BYU-Provo, no problem!), and she is one of the sweetest, most thoughtful 17 year olds you will ever meet. Her smile is warming, her eyelashes go on for years and years, AND, I find her smile and looks VERY similar to a certain Reality Star by the name of Kim K.

A few days before our shoot, I told her I would take her pictures with ONE condition: if she would show me how she gets her amazing eye lashes. I am very jealous of anyone who has naturally long and thick eye lashes. SO, the day of our shoot, I purposely didn't wear any mascara or curl my eye lashes. I told her, "This is me when I haven't curled my eye lashes. What is your trick?" She took one looked at me (probably in disgust because I am very unsightly without make-up!) and said, "You curl your eye lashes?" Like, are you from Jupiter?! Yeah, this girl doesn't need a heated eye lash curler like I do to make her amazing eyes!

Thank you for your trusting me with such an important part of your Senior year. I enjoyed every moment of our photo shoot! Even the part where the annoying birds wouldn't stop singing us a tune AND running away from the bees in the orchard! Memories of Margaret!!!

May your future be bright and wonderful Margaret. You will make an excellent nurse for sure.

So, these are the two I SWEAR reminds me of Kim K!

{baby h}/Newborn Nampa Photographer

2011-03-14T22:33:00.000-07:00

To be honest, I was a bit nervous for this photo shoot. I am very specific about my newborn shoots. The temperature needs to be just right, the lighting is always something that gives me anxiety, and the age of the baby is the most important factor for a newborn photo. So, when I was asked to take pictures of a 4 month old, I was first very excited, and then the nerves within my stomach began crawling around. 4 month olds don't sleep very soundly and they usually hate being naked. Well, this little man surpassed my expectations! Thank you Angie for the opportunity to take pictures of your sweet little man; he is so tender!

{brianna + tyler}/Idaho's Bridal Photographer

2011-03-11T15:28:00.000-08:00

As I waited for Brianna and Tyler to exit the temple this morning, I got a bit choked up. I have had one of the greatest experiences over the last two months with this sweet couple. She comes from a sweet family with the most amazing parents. He comes from Germany, went to Mexico on an LDS mission and came back to Boise to sweet Brianna off her feet. Brianna is shy but very sophisticated, Tyler is a jokester who has devised the greatest way for creating the most realistic smile. Together they make a lovely couple who I will miss terribly.

So, without further hesitation, here is their bridal shoot from a few weekends ago, on the windiest, probably chilliest day of the year. I had promised myself I wouldn't post their pictures until their big day.

Congratulations Brianna and Tyler! May your eternal life be full of laughs, love, and everything lovely! (I can't wait for your fabulous wedding reception this evening! What a great party it will be.)

{shannon turns 10}/Nampa Tween Photographer

2011-03-08T13:30:00.000-08:00

As I was at work (meaning, my work in the medical field!) I received a phone call from a friend whose daughter has been in my Primary Activity Day's since she turned 8. She wanted to plan on something special for Shannon, so, she thought it would be fun for me and Shannon to spend her birthday afternoon together and have a photo shoot! Well, you don't have to twist my arm Mary or ask me twice to spend the afternoon with your sweet daughter Shannon.

Birthdays are the biggest deal ever in the Bledsoe home, so, I was completely stoked to make Shannon's Birthday a little more special. We went and picked out balloons in her favorite color before the shoot and got hot chocolate after the pictures were all done. She was the biggest trooper EVER, and after telling her exactly that a million times, she finally asked, "What is a trooper?!" It was FRIGID cold and WINDY and yet she smiled with ease and did what I asked! (I even stopped at an old car lot and asked if she wouldn't mind hopping on top of one of the dusty old cars. She didn't even blink before she said, "YES!") If all of my subjects were like you Shannon!

The day was fabulous in my eyes, I hope the day was pretty special to Shannon too!

Happy 10th Birthday Shannon! You are something special!

{happy valentine's day} love, Trey and Tian

2011-03-08T13:21:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentine's Day from the Bledsoe's!

As you can see, life has been quite hectic for Treyman since beginning all day-everyday kindergarten. I haven't had the opportunity to go out and have a REAL photo shoot with Trey since school began. On the other hand, I had a very productive and rewarding photo shoot with Tian a few weeks before the big Vday at one of my all time favorite locals! He was such a trooper, even taking 3 potty breaks due to potty training!

We love all of you, our friends and family! We hope you had a lovely Valentine's Day!

The next 2 pictures were given to classmates, daycare friends, teachers/office aids/principals/Primary Teachers and our sitter! Trey's classmates loved receiving a valentine from Trey WITH his picture on it. Either that, OR they were lying to me!

{activity days girls}

2011-03-08T13:14:00.000-08:00

I am the lucky lady who gets to spend 2 hours a month with these girls at my home! I get my girly fix, my abundance of hugs and laughter from these sweet, sassy, energetic girls. I wouldn't have it any other way! My boys sort of (insert sarcasm!) love them too. (meaning, my boys look forward to Activity Days EVERYDAY!)

Thank you girls for brightening my life and being a wonderful example to me and my boys!

Love,

Sister Bledsoe

{Kirkman Family}/Nampa Family Photographer

2011-03-08T13:08:00.000-08:00

We have been friends since BM! (and Rosalyn will hopefully think this acronym is funny considering we speak the same medical language), which means Before Marriage in my lingo! Justin and Steve have been friends since diaper age, and Steve and Rosalyn were high school sweethearts. Which means, all three went to school together. Justin said Rosalyn was always the cutest one in school, and Steve was a lucky guy to have snagged her! I agree!

Thank you Kirkman's for giving me the opportunity to shoot your oh so cute and stylish family! (Rosalyn is always dressed to impress, and has stylish kids to boot. She let them pick out their own outfits which I completely inspired me. They did amazing! Unlike me, who feels I need a shopping spree to acquire my families Christmas Picture outfits, Rosalyn just picked from her closet and looked a cute, hip and stylish as EVER! BTW, if anyone finds a cute pair of boots like hers, drop me a line! I am obsessed with them!)

We braved the FRIGID cold and this is what we got. Literally, 2 minutes and we were done. We will have to have a REAL photo shoot at Celebration Park this spring! (where Steve proposed to Rosalyn!)

Thanks Kirkmans!

{barnes + Molly}/Nampa Family Photographer

2011-03-08T12:57:00.000-08:00

Trey had the most amazing Primary Teacher. Sister Barnes was everything! She was so organized, full of love, and dedicated! She recently adopted a sweet little dog named Molly who Sister Barnes wanted to introduce to the rest of the family via a Christmas card. One evening, we met at the Barnes residence, and before I started shooting, Sister Barnes told me she wanted a picture of just her and Molly. I didn't think anything of it, and off we went, leaving her husband in their warm, beautiful home. When we got outside, Sister Barnes said she was planning on giving Brother Barnes a picture of her and their sweet dog for Christmas. What a thoughtful lady she is!

Aren't those eyes to die for? They kind of remind me of my youngest sons! So bright and big.

Isn't Miss Molly the dog's pretty collar adorable? Great touch for a festive Christmas Card!

Thank you Brother and Sister Barnes for all you have done for our family. You are a treasure that can't be replaced!

{warrick family}/Nampa Family Photographer

2011-03-06T22:03:00.000-08:00

How special do I feel? I was asked by some of our closest friends to take their families pictures. Talk about the bravest family yet! It was one of the coldest afternoons of the season, and three sweet little girls smiled like their lives depended on it! By the end of our shoot, Little Miss #2 had blue lips and was chattering. Bless her sweet little blonde head! Love to the Warricks for trusting me with your families pictures!

Grandma Joy/Nampa Photographer

2011-02-25T20:58:00.000-08:00

I received a phone call from a very familiar voice. The voice said, "I would like to schedule a photo shoot for Grandma Joy." The plan was to present all of Grandma Joy's grandchildren with a picture for Christmas of her. Our shoot was short but memorable. We are so blessed to live so close to Grandma Joy.

{baby slater}/Boise Newborn photographer/6 month photo shoot

2011-02-14T09:43:00.000-08:00

I felt completely honored when my "bestie" (yes, that is what I call my dear, sweet, CRAFTY friend, she is my Bestie!) called to schedule a 6 month old photo shoot for her cute little guy Slater. "Bestie" has 2 amazing friends who are also photographers, so, like I said, I was HONORED! The photo shoot took place in Slater's digs (his home turf) and we just played dress up, played Simon Says (basically, Slater and I just blew bubbles, giggled, sang, and squealed at each other!) and tickled like crazy! This little man was on the verge of teething and couldn't keep those chubby little fits out of his hands. Amazing I got as many pictures as I did without his mouth full of chubby hands. Both Bestie and her husband were in attendance at the photo shoot, husband donated his hands for the picture of Slater's head. (Slater has had cool hair since the day he was born.)

Thank you Bestie for being my bestie, for asking me to take Slater's pix, AND for being so gorgeous. You make my blog look beautiful!

Slater, you make my heart melt!

Happy Birthday to Shannon

2011-02-06T20:50:00.000-08:00

"This month is such a special one it's birthday time for you,
I'd really like to celebrate this happy day with you.
Zippity-Hay and Heidi-Ho,
There's something we can do,
We'll sing a song that we all know,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!!!!!!!

Surprise! Guess what Shannon? I get to help you celebrate your big 10th birthday with an afternoon photoshoot! So, get your cutest outfit on, have your sister do your hair because we are going out to celebrate!

I can't wait to celebrate your special day with you because YOU are one special girl!

Happy Birthday!

Love,
Sister Bledsoe

{baby kalli}/Nampa Child Photographer

2011-02-02T11:37:00.000-08:00

I love 6 month old infant photo shoots. 6 month olds usually aren't too mobile, they are much more interactive then newborns, but aren't as sassy or active then a toddler! I love them.
This little girl is one of those favorite 6 month old photo shoots! Sweet Kalli, you were a peach! Her mom was nervous and anxious, but she was sweet and juicy, JUST like a peach. (juicy as in chubby, chunky and delicious! Check out those arms and cheeks! LOVE THEM!) Thank you Wendy, your Kalli is oh so sweet.

{devon Senior 2011}/Liberty Charter High School Senior/Nampa Senior Photographer

2011-01-28T11:08:00.000-08:00

When I was in high school, working at Abercrombie and Fitch was a coveted job. The rumor had it, when applying for a job, with your application, you had to submit a headshot of yourself. Only the gorgeous and beautiful were chosen to work there, and EVERYONE wanted to work there! Well, this my friends is a guy who was ASKED to work at somewhere very similar (in my opinion) to Abercrombie: Hollister. That's right! He was shopping one afternoon and was asked by an associate at Hollister if he was interested in a job. Some of Devon's friends say he is a "floor model." Which means, he wears their clothes, people think he is hot, and want to look JUST like him so they purchase Hollister clothes. From what I hear from Devon, he works much harder then just that. BUT, I am sure Hollister sells a TON of clothes just by having him working their floors!

I was honored when his mom asked me if I would take not only his high school senior pictures, BUT take some headshots. NOT to submit to Abercrombie, BUT for college. Devon will be going into Theater. I was so excited to photograph Devon. He not only is stylish (obviously), he has great hair, amazing eyes (which he really knows how to work to his advantage)and had a ton of ideas. For 2.5 hours, we went to 4 different locations with many wardrobe changes. All but one item came from Hollister of course!

As we were driving into one of my all time FAVORITE photo locations, Pink's latest song came on the radio. Devon started singing the part, "Too School for Cool" and I thought, "That is the theme for this session!" Too School for Cool!

Devon will hopefully become Liberty Charter High School's most outstanding Senior by the end of this year and move onto a life in Theater! For now, you might just run into him at his hangout, Hollister. If you do, tell him "Hi" from Rebecca!!!

And these my friends, are my two most favorite shots from the shoot!

Thank you Devon for the opportunity to shoot your Senior Pictures! Thanks for braving the bitter cold with me (poor guy had a cough and a month later had his tonsils removed. When I heard about his surgery, my heart dropped. Did I cause him tonsilitis? I hope not!) I wish you luck at college and hope I am invited to your opening night of your first big show!

{baby william}/Caldwell Newborn Photographer

2011-01-28T10:03:00.000-08:00

I had the pleasure of photographing this sweet chunk 4 days after he was born. He had just arrived into his new digs the night before and was still trying to figure things out. This little guy was SO alert, in the 2.5 hours I was in his home, he was awake for about 2.25 hours of our shoot. SERIOUSLY! I hope he slept the whole rest of the day and possibly the next because his mama was one tired cookie! Thank you Christine and Ed for welcoming me into your home. Thanks to Grandma Donna who went above and beyond as my "assistant." It was so nice visiting with the three of you. Give that chunky, cute, precious William a kiss from me!

{leinum family}/Nampa Family Photographer/Emmett Family Photographer

2011-01-15T14:58:00.000-08:00

I am one of the luckiest gals I know! I have some amazing friends, and through them, I have met even MORE amazing people. Not that any of my friends are more amazing then others, but, you catch my drift! I am so grateful for the Dribnak's, who have introduced me to the Lienum Family! I have had the sweet pleasure of not only photographing Mackenzie, their oldest daughter for her senior pictures, but this Winter, I helped them surprise their extended family with a recent family picture. They hadn't had a recent family picture "in years" and decided this year was the year! Thank you Lienum family for your time, patience and faithfulness! I am liking our 6 month visits and look forward to beautiful Jordan's senior pictures in the Spring! Oh, and thank you for the YUMMY hot chocolate. It hit the spot and warmed me up for the Dribnak pictures!!!!

This Dad has his girls rolling! I love their opened mouth laugh. I too was laughing and THINK I might have even snorted a bit as I laughed! Embarrassed a bit, YES I WAS!

{dribnak family}/Nampa Family Photographer/Idaho Family Photographer

2011-01-13T11:30:00.000-08:00

This family is one of my favorites to photograph. They had faith in me when I first began studying photography, and I have enjoyed every photo shoot with the Dribnak family since my trial days. This past Summer my husband participated in a Triathlon located in Emmett, Idaho. I fell in love with Emmett and couldn't wait for the Dribnak's family photo shoot!

{baby jonah}/Boise Newborn Photography/Boise Family Photography

2011-01-11T12:45:00.000-08:00

I received a phone call on December 30th from one of my mom's great friends in Bend, Oregon. She wanted to give her daughter a birthday present and I was going to help her execute the present delivery. She wanted to arrange a newborn photo shoot for her daughter and her new family. I wrote down the contact information of the new mom and dad and away I went, calling the Griggs family. I found out that in less than a day, I would be meeting their sweet baby Jonah and taking his newborn pictures!

Dani and Seth, your baby is so sweet. Thank you for the opportunity to spend the morning with you and your family!

{clawson family}/Bend, Oregon Family Photographer/Boise Family Photographer

2011-01-01T12:48:00.000-08:00

I was so grateful for the opportunity to photograph the Clawson Family while in Bend, Oregon. They weathered the frigid temps Bend had to offer like champs! I loved how all three children interacted with each other, I loved how Alisha and Josh joked with each other, and the little knock knock jokes they made up on the drive to my parents acreage they shared to create giggles between the children.

Thank you Alisha for asking me to take your families photograph. As always, it was way too much fun!

Love this little Emily girl!

So, this giggle was the product of a mammogram story. Whenever in doubt, I can always think of a sick or silly story stemming from a work experience which seems to always produce a giggle or two!

Can you tell how much these two love their little sister? She is one lucky girl!

{Emily turns ONE!}/Bend Child Photographer/Boise Child Photographer

2011-01-01T08:19:00.000-08:00

Emily is ONE lucky girl! She has an amazing family, two older siblings who think she is the most fantastic thing in the world next to string cheese, AND she is having a ONEderful first birthday party in HER HONOR! Her mother is throwing her a "Winter ONEderland" themed party complete with winter decor and activities!

Happy Birthday to one SWEET, cute girl!

{stevens family}/Bend, Oregon Family Photographer

2010-12-30T18:40:00.000-08:00

My second mini session in Bend, Oregon was with one of my bestest friends of all times. Chelsea Ann and her sweet husband Shane were also in Bend visiting their family and I had the greatest of all great opportunities to meet them in Drake Park in Downtown Bend for a family photo shoot. The leaves were bright, the weather was amazing, and the babes were as cute as ever. That's right, I said BABES! We call them "the babes" and they are the cutest twins I know. Bentley Skye and Greyson are two of the luckiest babies I know!

Chelsea and Shane BOTH said this is a typical Greyson picture. He always has something in his mouth. Babies LOVE this IKEA blanket.

And at the end of our photo shoot, a group of "role playing actors" showed up and began their battle. I am truly unfamiliar with this activity and was so amazed they had a "coach" coaching them on their acting and techniques. I had to take some pictures of them; with my telephoto lens of course. Here is a picture of one of the actors dying. No sympathy from the other actor I tell 'ya!

{heather + parker}/Bend, Oregon Family Photographer

2010-12-30T08:48:00.000-08:00

Heather was the first of my mini sessions in Bend, Oregon. I was so excited to launch my mini sessions off with her, because, HELLO, she is a knock out for one. Secondly, she has a sweet handsome man by her side who didn't mind getting his picture taken one bit!

Aren't they sweet? They were so fun to work with, so in love, the list could go on and on about this loving couple. You might be surprised to learn that this cute couple are parents to THREE children and two dogs. ALL of which made their presence known at our mini session!

My mom had "warned" me about JUST how cute these kids are! She wasn't lying, they were over the top with cuteness AND sweetness.

These next few father/daughter pictures are near and dear to me. Being the only daughter myself, I hope they will treasure these pictures of just the two of them!

And me, being a mother of only BOYS, I hope my boys will lounge with me when they get older!

A huge thank you to Heather and Parker for your time and energy! Your family is beautiful, full of life and love. I hope your extended family was surprised by your sneakiness this Christmas season!

Thank you to my father who watched my boys while I shot! These pictures were taken on my parents property in beautiful Bend, Oregon. Yes, I have a photographer's heaven right outside my parents door. (Now, if they didn't live 5.5 hours away. Or, when traveling with two boys, it could take 7 hours!)

{the Hiller Family}/Caldwell Family Photographer

2010-12-30T08:32:00.000-08:00

I work with some amazing people, and Kevin is ranked at the top of my "Amazing Co-worker Ladder!" Kevin makes our days run so smoothly, and when he was off during Maternity Leave (yes, this man is also an amazing father and husband. He took nearly 8 weeks off for the birth of his sweet baby Haiden!), work was horrible, crazy and disastrous! Seriously!

This last Valentine's Day, Kevin thought it would be nice to give his wife Audra a gift certificate for a family photo shoot. He and Audra had just found out they were expecting and wanted some newborn pictures taken. DONE! Well, the plans changed and we changed that gift certificate from a newborn shoot to a FAMILY Christmas picture session! Easy change, no sweat! That's how I roll. I roll with my clients desires, and run!!!!

When our photo shoot evening finally arrived, I was more then excited. There is something sweet, innocent and intimate about spending some time with a couple and their new baby. Some parents are a little shy to show their emotions, but not this couple! I loved the time we spent and hope to be given the opportunity again and again to watch their little Haiden grow through the lens of my camera!

Thank you Kevin, Audra and sweet Haiden! (BTW, I think Haiden is the smartest little baby I know. She was so alert, responded to her name, and I SWEAR she smiled when I told her so. Ok, maybe that's a stretch, but I swear she did!)

Can you tell which football team Kevin roots for? It is a serious battle between he and my other co-worker Trevor who roots for a team in Utah.

Last Minute Christmas Card Ideas/Give a Hoot Designs on Etsy

2010-12-18T16:59:00.000-08:00

I just ordered my Christmas Cards from one of the greatest Graphic Designers I know! She is reliable, she went to SCHOOL for graphic designing (she isn't one of those self-taught illustrator/photoshop girls who claim to be graphic designers!),she is trendy and timely!

THIS is the cute card she designed for our crazy cute boys!

I think the story behind this picture will be for another blog post!

Want this Graphic Designer? Here is her ETSY store! I know you will love her work just as much as I have.

{Toll Family}/Meridian Family Photographer/Meridian Children's Photgrapher

2010-12-17T15:08:00.000-08:00

This family is near and dear to my heart. I have had the wonderful opportunity and pleasure of watching this brother and sister duo grow up and have also been blessed by their mother's example. Their mother was the first person, other then family members, that I trusted to care for my oldest son. When she moved on to greener pastures and moved away, I seriously mourned her loss for weeks. I shed buckets of tears and still yearn for her return. For now, we are happy with our daycare situation, but still miss our Miss Michelle terribly. I was honored that Michelle, for the 2nd year in a row would ask me to capture her sweet children's beautiful faces and oh-so perfect freckles. Being one who dons the freckles too, I couldn't help but capture every one of Tanner's facial freckles!

When it comes to the Tolls, it is pure heaven. Taylor and Tanner are completely comfortable in front of the camera and are always willing to try anything. For instance, Taylor has been eyeing this property, as have I, for several months. Finally, we got up the nerve, marched ourselves to the front door of the farm house to ask for permission to use their property for our photo shoot, and NO ONE ANSWERED! So, for about 10 minutes, we ran around the property, finding wonderful little places for the perfect picture.

Did I mention I had my little guy with me? YES, and sweet Miss Michelle jumped right in to watch his every move. I couldn't have been more comfortable!

I love you Toll family, I hope I get to accompany you on many more years of photo taking!

4 year Anniversary Wedding Pictures/LDS temple wedding photographer/Boise Wedding Photographer/Nampa Wedding Photographer

2010-12-16T18:31:00.000-08:00

I was approached by my friend Katie this past Summer about one of the most creative photo shoots I have done to date. Katie's wedding pictures were terrible. She hated how her hair was done, and to top it off, she didn't get ONE picture of her handsome husband on their wedding day. Well, an unusual warm evening in November changed their wedding pictures forever! JUST, 4 years a little to late!

To celebrate their 4 years of marriage, this gorgeous couple met me on the grounds their marriage began: the Boise Temple. Katie wore her wedding dress, cleaned her rings, made a bouquet, had her hair, nails and flowers done. Mike, the handsome groom rented a tux and dress shoes. Katie's mom even made an appearance at the Temple for a picture or two!

While we were on the Boise Temple grounds, a young woman and her mother approached Katie. Katie is a beautiful, talented, and pretty famous actress in our valley. Katie had just auditioned for a play and this girl and her mother watched her audition. They were star struck, and Katie was as sweet and kind as she could be. Mike said she is recognized all of the time! Well, I felt pretty special just standing next to her.

Can I just say how much fun I had this evening? There was NO wedding stress whatsoever. We even had the temple grounds to ourselves. That NEVER happens! Thank you Rowndy's for one of the greatest photo shoots to date! I will definitely remembered this evening. Congrats on your 4 years of marriage!

(this leaf throwing pose was Mike's idea. It is actually one of my husband's favorite pictures!)

I went to IKEA this last summer in hopes to find some fun fabric I could use in Katie"s pictures, newborn pictures, etc. I love, LOVE orange and red together, so, when I saw this fabric, I just had to have it. I have been waiting MONTHS to use this fabric, and was SOOOOOOOOOOO happy Katie didn't mind using it in her pictures. What can I say, I was fortunate to have a natural model in my hands!

Katie's proud mom! This special moment made me miss my own mom even more then I already do!

Halloween Party, Nampa 24th Ward Style/Nampa Family Photographer

2010-12-15T21:37:00.000-08:00

Our ward has some pretty creative people. I love going to the Halloween Trunk-or-Treat party JUST to see what people come up with. This year, I had the pleasure of being the "ward photographer." These images are "straight out of the camera" and were burned onto a CD and given to our ward's activity comittee the following day. I loved all of the color each costume contributed to the photo!

(one of the most creative in my opinion! The BP workers!)

(sorry Josh, but like I have already told you, I loved your costume, but to me, it was on the verge of a clown. Which, I am terrified of. BUT, I had to get a picture of your group because, basically, you were amazing. SO, this picture was taken with my eyes shut! AHHHH!)

Porter Family/Boise Family Photographer

2010-12-15T21:18:00.000-08:00

I was asked to capture the smiles of one of the greatest, nicest, most welcoming families I know. I have attended many Halloween parties, family BBQ's, and a bridal and then baby shower for this family. Porters, you are an amazing family and I feel so honored you would trust me with your families pictures!

{Gower Girls}/Nampa Child Photographer/Melba Child Photographer

2010-11-23T10:35:00.000-08:00

The Gowers family photoshoot was two months in the process. I had met Debbie Gowers at a summer picnic and we hit it off instantly. She had talked about needing her families pictures taken. She liked older buildings and out of the ordinary pictures! I was so excited when she asked if I would take her families pictures, that I searched all summer for a place with old and unique buildings. Luckily, we live near an older town with buildings and a gas station I knew Debbie would love. Because Debbie has 5 children, we split her families pictures up into two evenings. The first evening was for her girls. (Debbie had just purchased these cute puple scarves for her girls and thought it would be fun to include them in our pictures.)

Thank you Debbie for giving me the opportunity to take your families pictures! Your girls were so fun and so willing to please. Thank you, I hope you enjoy these!

{Ambrose Kids}/Nampa Idaho Photographer/Children Photographer

2010-11-23T09:46:00.000-08:00

I was given the greatest opportunity to spend the afternoon with this beautiful family. We had been planning this photoshoot for quite some time and I was so happy to finally see our group efforts come to pass.

The afternoon began taking pictures of this cute little guy by the name of Kyi for his 8th birthday pictures.

But, the afternoon couldn't wouldn't have been the same if we hadn't included his ultra cute little sister Maycee. We spent a good portion of our time helping Maycee find cats. Maycee was full of life and so eager to please, until she got a headache. Poor thing!

As you can see in the above picture, Maycee is either upset or feeling crummy. Well, she was feeling probably a little bit of both, because after her outfit change, THIS is what she did next.

She fell asleep in a field while her brother was changing into another outfit. I thought it was a little strange, but knew it was a perfect opportunity to take some dreamy pictures. She slept for a few minutes, and then sat straight up and started smacking her lips. I asked her if she was going to throw up, and THAT is what she did. Bless her heart, she didn't even cry. And after she was done, THIS is what she gave me:

...the sweetest smile ever! Thankfully her mom had a can of soda in the car which settled her tummy right up!

On a side note, later that evening, I received a text message from Janae, my friend and these two cuties mom. The text said, "Right after we dropped you off at your home, Maycee threw up all over the car. She said she loves you!" Through it all, thank heavens Maycee has kind thoughts of me.

I wish you and your family the best of luck in Texas Janae. I will miss our waxing appointments (Janae was amazing with waxing and hair!), your sweet smile, and our common love of reality tv.

Thank you Janae and Eric for trusting me with your families pictures, it means so much to me. I can't wait to see a picture of THESE pictures placed above your fireplace in your new home in Texas!!!

Great to be 8!/LDS baptism invitation pictures/Nampa Family Photographer

2010-11-14T07:55:00.000-08:00

In our church, members who are 8 years old or older are given the opportunity to be baptized. Our sweet friend Kyi was just about to get baptized, so, a "Great to be 8" photo shoot was scheduled. Kyi was about the greatest model to date. He didn't need any bribing whatsoever and was so comfortable in front of the camera. He enjoyed exploring our photo shoot location and in his explorations, he found a ring of keys. Perfect for one of our pictures!

Kyi, what an example you are to so many people! You are about to enter some of the greatest years of your life. Thanks for bringing a smile upon my face.

Some say Kyi resembles the late Heath Ledger? What do you think?! Oh, and days before our photo shoot, Kyi lost some teeth. He was a little shy about showing his gummy gums, BUT, his mom insisted on he smile with his spaces showing! He could have dentures and a completely bald head and STILL be as cute as ever! Miss you Janae!

Dribnak Family/Boise Family Photographer/Nampa Family Photographer

2010-11-05T16:49:00.000-07:00

Our friendship began 7.5 years ago. My husband and I was her oldest daughter's sunbeam teacher. We got pregnant roughly around the same time, it was her 3rd pregnancy, my 1st, and so we took prenatal yoga. Through the years, we rallied around a friend whose son was born with a heart abnormality (and thankfully his heart has been corrected, healed, and is as healthy as ever), bonded over late night walks, nightly runs to Moxie Java for steamers, apple picking, preschool, and now real elementary school. Our boys are attending the same school, in the same class. Our boys have grown up together, in fact, I have a picture of the two of them snuggling together in an incubater after they were born. I am so grateful for your friendship in my life Alyce. Thank you for being my friend!

Alyce has supported me and had faith in my photography since the beginning. 2 weeks after receiving my first DSLR, I tested out my first family photo shoot on her family. Talk about BRAVE, she was so brave! She keeps coming back for more, and I couldn't be more grateful.

After a day of saving lives and squishing boobs, I came across this location. I am not going to claim it is secret OR even MY SECRET location. Actually, Alyce came across a certain road sign in a picture off a blog, we researched the street sign name, and found the place together. After finding the location, actually squealed a bit in excitement, realizing within one street corner, there were THREE amazing locations within a stones throw of eachother, and scheduled her children's pictures for the following week.

The following week came and went so quickly. I had a long and rather "interesting" day at work, (I had one patient that was totally out of the norm and I must have made an impression on shim because it will be coming back to me next year. Yipee!!!) and was so anxious to go meet the Dribnak kids for our shoot. And, now, you will see why!

Thank you Alyce for having faith in me once again! You are truly a special friend.

Chesley Family/Star Family Photographer/Boise Family Photographer

2010-11-05T16:36:00.000-07:00

We have been friends with this family for 10 years. I remember one of the first days they brought their first born home, he, the baby, was already dressed in hunting gear. Seriously! Travis takes great care of my husband Justin when they are out hunting. He even puts up with Justin's snoring!!!

10 years and four children later, they are as happy as ever. They are as cute as ever, and most importantly, they are as sweet as ever!

Thank you Travis and Marie for trusting me with your families pictures. I tell you what, I think this was the quickest, most efficient family shoot to date!!! You were a dream; seriously!

So, sweet sweet Gwenny is the only girl in this clan. Luckily, she has three brothers who will watch out for her. She is one special girl, so, basically, I couldn't get enough of her. And did I mention, this family has KILLER eyes? EVERY single one of them!

And, just for the record, I made Marie pose for me. She will probably hate me forever for posting this next picture, but after you see it, you will know WHY I just HAD to post it. She is a killer hot saucy mama! Seriously, check her out!!!! You are one lucky man Travis!

Sedrick Family/Adoption Family Photographer/Nampa Family Photographer

2010-11-01T20:14:00.000-07:00

It was 8 short months ago that this family of 6 welcomed two more children into their home with open arms and huge hearts.These two beautiful children they adopted came from the earthquake wrecked land of Haiti and have blessed their family tremendously. A few short weeks after the wreckage, Jessica and Ashton were placed on a plane, flown to Florida, where they met their new parents and were later flown to Boise.

This families story began a little over 2 years ago when Judie, my friend, went to Haiti to volunteer in an orphanage. She felt drawn to one little girl and felt inspired to seek out her information. Judie knew this little girl belonged in her family and later found out this girl was not alone. She had an older brother. After a lengthy adoption process and the "blessing" of Haiti's earthquake, 8 months ago this family was united as a whole. None of Judie's children had met Jessica and Ashton prior to them coming to the United States.

What an inspiration your family is to me. Thank you for giving me the sweet opportunity to not only capture your family with photographs, but to also witness love and compassion at it's finest!

Notice Jessica's Tiarra? Her family calls her "princess!"

Ashton's brother and sister spent two days doing his hair. He is going to be a ladies man when he's older. Look at that smile!

Lucky, oh lucky me. And I mean that in the most sincerest way! I am so excited to spend the morning with this hadsome guy in two weeks for his Senior Photos! I am more then stoked.

Happy Happy siblings! New home to call their own, new family to love them unconditionally, new beginning with a promising future!

Doesn't his smile make your day?!

Andrinne/Boise Child Photography/Idaho Family Photography

2010-11-01T17:51:00.000-07:00

Little does our little two year old, Tian know, this is his future wife. Well, at least future girlfriend. She is so his type it isn't even funny. She was full of energy, climbing all over everything (she actually attempted to climb a tree and did pretty darn well at it!) and LOVES motorcycles. Also, her favorite color is purple. JUST like Tians! Lucky for her, there were plenty of objects to climb onto, purple flowers, AND, even a motorcycle parked within walking distance of our photo shoot location! I just loved this little girl and can't wait for her to join our family! (in 27 years of course!)

When her mom called me to schedule her shoot, she said, "I think I will give her a fro!" I giggled and got all giddy! I love fro's. Also, in tow, came this little girl's aunt AND cousin to help with the shoot. Some of my all time FAVORITE people in the WORLD! It was a night of fun, laughter, and a WHOLE LOT of RUNNING!

This picture is for you Miss Michelle! (the lover of flowers!)

She hopped on this motorcycle like a serious pro.

She doesn't love her mom now, does she?!

Dribnak Family/Boise Family Photographer/Eagle Family Photographer

2010-10-30T23:47:00.000-07:00

WARNING! Some of the cutest girls you will ever see are coming your way. This beautiful family have been great friends of ours for 7 years or so and I was so SO honored to be asked to take their pictures! I had great plans for these cute girls, one plan was a tea party. Seriously, how fun can an evening be? I got special permission from my Grandparent's friend to use their home for a perfect backdrop for our "tea party" setting! (Dad was very interested in all the ducks flying around.)

I hope you enjoy these Jessica; your girls are GORGEOUS!

Mini Sessions in Central Oregon

2010-10-27T10:20:00.000-07:00

Introducing Mini Sessions in Central Oregon November 7, 2010!

Each session includes:
30 minutes of shooting time with ME!!
1 CD with 5 fully edited, full resolution color and b&w pictures
1 copy right release for ease of printing at your favorite printing press or photo printing center

ALL for $50!!!

Location: very versatile rural property boasting of views of the mountains on clear days, hay fields, old barn, white fencing, cows, and very private for your families ease!

Mini sessions are not limited to families. A session could be for a high school senior, engagement pictures, a child's birthday/milestone pictures, or maternity.

If you are interested OR need more information about my mini sessions, please e-mail me at: rebecca_bledsoe@yahoo.com

Hope to see you in Bend, Oregon. Bend or Bust!!!

Amanda+Brady=young love/Boise Wedding Photographer/Boise Temple Wedding Photographer

2010-10-24T23:37:00.000-07:00

This was a special, bittersweet day for me. I was given the opportunity to photograph one of my (and my sons) favorite people, our sweet babysitter, Amanda. But, I was also sad because, hello, we were losing our babysitter.

The morning began a little after 7am at Amada's home. Her friend and Bride's Maid Grace were doing make up and hair. As they got ready, we listened to a music mix of Disney tunes! I guess Brady is Amanda's Gaston!



Amanda is one of 7 childen, and is so loved. Her little sisters were enjoying watching their big sister get ready. I loved seeing their sponge rollered heads running around the home.

   I not only got to spend the morning with Amanda, she invited me to her Temple Sealing  in the Boise LDS Temple. Temple sealings are very sacred and aren't recorded. Therefore, pictures outside the temple are the first pictures ever taken of the bride and groom AS husband and wife.
(This first picture is absolutely one of my favorite of the day.)

This couple had so many friends and family who were able to come to Boise for their special day. 4 generations were in attendance! Amanda has one of the cutest Grandpa's ever. When he spoke to Amanda in the temple after her sealing, I cried. I told my good friends, the Andersons who were sitting next to me, old people always make me cry. And if they are in need of assistance and are in a wheelchair, like Amanda's Grandpa, that makes me cry even more!!!

Amanda's oldest brother is serving an LDS mission in California and was the only one missing from this "siblings" photograph.

Thankfully, today wasn't a busy day for weddings, so, we had the temple grounds to ourselves.

I met up with the wedding party just as the bride and groom arrived to the wedding reception. I love how everyone surrounded Amanda. She was the princess for the day in her little sister's eyes.

We took the wedding party to a local park for more pictures.

Tyson, one of the groomsmen looks like he is about to devour his wife. So "salsa-like!"

Can you see the bouquet?!

Congratulations to the Davis'! Thank you for welcoming me into your home, your special day and your party. I wish you many years of love and happiness!

"Thinny" and her family/Boise Family Photographer/Meridian Family Photographer

2010-10-24T20:46:00.000-07:00

Our friendship began 10 years ago. We met in Radiology school and became the best of friends. I was a bride's maid in her wedding, and we planned on starting our families around the same time. Lucky for us, our first born were born on the exact same day, perfectly planned. 10 years and 4 children between the two of us, we remain friends and I am so grateful for her friendship. She is beautiful, a wonderful mother, and a true friend. Thank you Ang for asking me to capture your family through photography.

Sweet Angie asked if I could be in some of the pictures with the girls. Thanks to Geoff, these were a product of him!

And THIS is why I call her"thinny." As I was shooting my gorgeous friend Ang, I meant to either say "skinny" or "thin" and it came out as "thinny!" Love you Ang.

Bradie and Josh/Nampa Family Photographer/Homedale Family Photographer/Idaho Family Photographer

2010-10-18T09:06:00.000-07:00

When I pulled up to our destination for our photoshoot and saw these two little tykes, I think I let out a scream. They were SO stinkin' cute and later I found out these two little toddlers were FULL of personality! What a great evening it was spent with this young, loving family! Thanks to Amy for giving me the opportunity to not only take this families picture BUT a huge thank you for wrangling the children when needed! Every child needs a little "wrangling" now and then!

The first picture is one of my favorite. I could see Josh's "tat" peaking through his crisp white polo shirt and just had to take a picture of it with sweet Tommy! What a sport Josh was.

Rachel/Nampa Senior Picture Photographer/ Boise Senior Picture Photographer

2010-10-03T14:35:00.000-07:00

I was contacted through Facebook by Rachel. She wondered how much it would be to go out one evening and just take some pictures of her. I have watched Rachel grow up throughout the years, but have never had the opportunity to spend an evening with her. I told her to convince a friend to come along, for moral support of course, and we would go out ASAP!

To me, Rachel screamed Downtown Boise. I had just gone out the week before with my friend and also fellow photographer friend Emily and found a perfect place for Rachel.

Well, Rachel, her friend Abbey and I spend the evening walking the streets of Downtown Boise. Rachel said she felt like she was on America's Next Top Model! I am glad she felt so comfortable; and as long as she doesn't compare me to Mr. Jay, we are cool!

FYI, if you bring along a friend for a photo shoot, BEWARE! Your friend might be conned into getting her picture taken too!

After spending the evening with Rachel and Abbey, I wanted to run out and buy an over-sized red purse and an ultra cute owl necklace.

Abbey and Rachel, you were so much fun! Lets do it again sometime soon!

Hill Family/Bend, Oregon Family Photographer/Boise Family Photographer

2010-10-03T14:07:00.000-07:00

I have known him since he was 12 years old. He was my best friends little brother, and often, I would drive him to work after school. He is all grown up with one of the sweetest wives I have ever met. I wish we lived closer because I think Em and I would be good friends. Now, to see Nick with his little guy Kaden and his gorgeous wife just about brought me to tears. Nick and Em are the greatest parents. Kaden is the smartest little 2 year old I know (next to MY 2 year old of course!), this was one of the greatest families.

baby Olivia Jane/Boise Newborn Photographer/La Grande Newborn Photographer/Boise Newborn Photographer/LDS baby blessing photographer

2010-10-03T13:40:00.000-07:00

What a special day for my niece Olivia. Even though Olivia will not remember this day, I will. Fondness, love, and unity will be feelings I will always remember from this day. Great Grandparents, Grandparents, 3 uncles, 2 aunts, 2 great cousins and 2 cousins from my side of the family all joined together in La Grande, Oregon to celebrate this special day. Sweet baby Olivia, you are so loved.

Miss Tori Columbia High School 2010/Boise Senior Photographer

2010-10-01T20:27:00.000-07:00

I have watched this pretty little lady grow up and now, *sniff sniff* she is off to college! I was so happy to have received her high school graduation announcement with one of these pictures attached to it. Good luck Tori in all of your studies! You are going to be an awesome forensic scientist.

Young Women Part Dos/be the Seniority/Natural Light Photographer/Boise Photographer

2010-09-24T18:10:00.000-07:00

Young Women Part Uno/be the Seniority/Natural Light Photographer/Boise Photographer

2010-09-24T18:02:00.000-07:00

I received a message through Facebook a few weeks ago from one of the sweetest individuals in our Nampa Stake. She is the leader over the 14-15 year old young women in her ward and she was planning an activity about professions. She was hoping I could come and teach her girls about photography and then do a photo session with them. I immediately got giddy and responded within seconds, "Yes, yes, I would love to come play "America's Next Top Model" with your cute Young Women and teach them a little about posing, my camera, etc. Yes, count me...." and then I hesitated and got VERY nervous and self conscious. You see, in this sweet friend's ward there are TWO, count them TWO photographers that I completely admire and "stalk" on a religious base. Their photography skills inspire me, their blogs make me drool. So, in my message back to me friend, I said, "Ummmm, Erin? You have two perfectly capable photographers in your ward who can put my skills to shame. They are amazing, why me?" She told me when she was brain storming this Young Woman Activity, my name was the first to pop in her head.

What an honor and a privilege to spend the evening with these 4 amazing young woman. If only I was as sweet, caring and considerate as these 4 girls when I was their age. Some were a little nervous and very conscious, but with a little help and positive reinforcement from their friends, we all had a wonderful time. Their encouragement inspired me that evening!

I have always wanted to check out this property very close to the Stake Center we were holding the Young Woman activity, SO, this was the perfect opportunity. I had hoped the girls didn't mind me using them as my lab rats for this shoot. I was given permission to shoot that evening on this property, and it did not disappoint.

Thank you Erin for having faith in me. I enjoyed our evening together. I hope the girls like their pictures!

Mackenzie Nampa Senior 2010/be the seniority/senior photography/Boise photographer

2010-09-23T05:33:00.000-07:00

They found me on Facebook. Love Facebook! Mackenzie was graduating from Nampa High School, my husbands alma mater, and when we met in Boise on chilly evening, I about screamed. Not only was Mackenzie gorgeous with the cutest hair, she had in tow a VERY stylish mama and two younger sisters who were following in her footsteps! Spending the evening with Mackezie and entourage pulled me right back to my senior year and the fun I had taking my senior pictures!

Congratulations Mackenzie on all of your accomplishments. She is smart, a total reader, and on top of it all, an amazing Basketball player. What CAN'T she do?!

Dille & Associates/Commercial Photography/Natural Lighting Photography/Boise Photographer

2010-09-22T15:47:00.000-07:00

8.20.10
Late one evening we received a very stern knock on our front door. Our neighbor a few doors down was standing on our porch, a little out of breath due to running to our home. He was throwing a 35 year anniversary party for his Dad's CPA Accounting firm. His Dad originally wanted to rent out a Movie Theater for all of his clients to enjoy a free movie. His son had something else in mind. Something "popping" is the word I think he used. He said their would be balloons, a band, food, and even a roasted pig. "You had me at roasted pig" is what I wanted to say, but professionally and accurately I said, "I would love to be there and take pictures." This party gave me permission to outwardly people watch. People watching is one of my FAVORITE past times, and when I am given permission, I get a bit giddy!

Pictures of Jumphouse: Check!
Picture of Balloon arch made by my neighbor by instructional video off of You Tube: Check!
Picture of Roasted Pig AND Grandson "petting" the pig: Check!
Picture of the band and it's rocking members: Check!
Pictures of kids enjoying themselves: Check!
Pictures of food: Check! (Justin was bummed I didn't bring him a plate of the yummy food. He loves H M Meats! I didn't feel comfortable stealing the food!)

Paul, wonderful job my man. I think you could possibly have a knack for party planning! The blue and white was an excellent choice, you chose a great jumphouse and rock band, I think your dad and family were proud!

Congratulations Dille and Associates! May you have many, many more years of success! (I was so impressed by Mr. Dille! He knew every client by name AND by profession. He began his company PRIOR to being married. One of his associates has been with the firm for over 30 years! Amazing man and a huge company in the Nampa Area!)

be united/Young Family/Natural Light Photographer/Boise Family Photographer

2010-09-22T10:40:00.000-07:00

9.15.10
It all began several months ago. Talking of family photos were always at the top of conversation. She hadn't had recent photos taken of her children and wanted them done before her new baby was to arrive. Over the course of many texts, a date and time was chosen. I had suggested many locations I had never gone to but had wanted to use them on her three cute kids. Just before our session date, I received a text stating, "I have the perfect place." She boasted of several ponds, rolling hills, a putting green and many trees. I was SO, so there!

I was led to a dead end of a very busy street in Star, Idaho. When we had to take a turn off the beaten path onto a gravel road, I knew this was going to be the greatest place EVER! The road turned into a one lane "bridge" which led us to the most beautiful log "cabin" I have seen in a long time. Seriously, this was NO cabin. It was more like a lodge. I started getting a bit "twitter-pated" as we walked around the grounds and knew this was going to be the greatest location EVER!

Thank you Angie for not only letting me spend the evening with your 3 children, but introducing me to my new favorite place!

AND a huge, big "thank you" goes out to the greatest Child Wrangler (I THINK that is what they are called in the movie business. The person in charge of keeping the children actors in the right place and under control!) Tina, Angie's sister who was in town from Utah. You were the greatest of help!

be in love/Amanda and Brady/Boise Engagement Photographer/Natural Light

2010-09-01T05:31:00.000-07:00

I received a phone call early one morning from this little lady. She said, "Well, I have a big question for you." I didn't know what was up her sleeve. She seemed a bit rushed but anxious at the same time. She said, "I am getting married and I need my pictures taken. NEXT WEEK." WHAT? My jaw dropped, my heart began pounding, and questions flooded my mind. Amanda was our trusted babysitter. The one I could turn to in a bind, but also the one I trusted my two boys lives with. So, my first thought was, "NO, you can't be getting married. You have to be our babysitter until you are 50 years old." Then, my thoughts turned to excitement as we began talking about the man she loved and the man who adores her to pieces. We got together for a consult, asking what they were looking for in their pictures, etc. I asked if they didn't mind kissing pictures, and, as you can see through these pictures, they didn't mind kissing whatsoever.

They are in love, Brady would do anything for Amanda. Everyone deserves the love they share!

baby: Isaac/Idaho Newborn Photographer/Natural Light Photographer

2010-08-10T22:30:00.000-07:00

Isaac is the 6th little one in his family and is already sleeping through everything; including 4 kids under the age of 5 running around the house while grandma, me, and mom pose, hold and shoot.
(not to worry, the first picture was taken with as much safety as you can imagine.)

{be} heaven sent

twins: Double the Love/Idaho Newborn Photographer/Natural Light Photographer

2010-08-10T21:34:00.000-07:00

Double the love for two of my greatest friends Chelsea Ann and her husband Shane. Bentley Skye and Greyson Shane: we love you just a little too much!

{be} heaven sent

expecting: Cheslea Ann's Maternity/Idaho Maternity Photographer/Natural Light Photographer

2010-08-10T20:37:00.000-07:00

This couple will always hold a special place in my heart. Chelsea Ann is one of my oldest (meaning, we have known each other for quite a long time!) friends and I have been fortunate to share many memories with her. I now get the honor of shooting her Maternity pictures. Eat your heart our ladies, this friend of mine is carrying TWINS! A boy AND a girl and she doesn't even look it. Yes, people are shocked to hear she is expecting twins, and after you see these pictures, you will be shocked yourself.

{be} expecting

Welcome to my new blog!

2010-08-04T12:13:00.001-07:00

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