Enjoy Jack {Montgomery AL Family Photography}

These are a few from a Christmas session that did not make it to the blog in the pre-Christmas rush, but this little fellow is so stinking handsome I just had to go ahead and post them when I ran across them tonight.




I loved.loved.loved these of him giving his pretty mom a kiss.



I'd love to say I could go back and blog all the Christmas sessions, but am just not sure I'd be able to follow through. I'll be returning to a rather full photography schedule next week - for which I'm very thankful!

Enjoy Mary Mason {3 months}

There was only one appointment that couldn't be rescheduled during my recuperation from recent surgery: sweet Mary Mason's 3-month session. Fellow photographer and good friend, Lori Mercer, filled in for me. Mary Mason's gallery is uploading tonight, but here's a peek at what Lori was able to capture:



I see a lot of her daddy in this one!




Mom and Dad your gallery should be ready to view later this evening after Mary Mason and big sister are all tucked in bed. I'm looking forward to capturing the special 6-month session!

Thank you, Lori, for capturing this very important milestone!

Enjoy Flowers & Old Dishes

This week's theme in the 365 day challenge was flowers and old dishes. I really enjoyed the theme ... so it may be carried over a bit into another week.

Enjoy a & a {Baby Photography Montgomery AL}

Misses a and a were delightful during their 6-month session.



And mom always has them dressed in such precious outfits! I don't know how she does it!



And Huntingdon College always provides a beautiful backdrop of architecture and flora.



And Daddy is so funny and makes all three laugh with delight.



These and more are uploading to Mom and Dad's gallery now. The editing and uploading were delayed by some unexpected surgery the day after this session. Again, many thanks are due to the folks at Vital Edit for going through these files for me and making sure they were all in focus and ready for a few final creative touches.



Mom and Dad, your gallery will finally be online tonight! Enjoy the sneak peek while you're waiting.

Enjoy Time with Family

Work will always be there, but quality time with friends and family are in limited supply. -Anne Ruthmann (blog 12.30.10 www.anneruthmann.com)

2010 was a blessed year for my photography business. In spite of the recession and economic uncertainty, I did more weddings and portrait sessions than I would have ever dreamed. As I reflect back on 2010 clients, I feel so honored and blessed to have been chosen to document such special occasions and milestones. However, my family and friends paid a price for this success. I missed times and opportunities that cannot be recaptured. After reading Anne's blog I wrote the above quote on a sticky note and put it on my booking calendar. I have resolved to not only spend more time with family and friends, but to savor and enjoy it greatly!

Grandson Elijah spent some time with us yesterday playing basketball, coloring, and putting together puzzles. I loved watching the interaction between Elijah and his "G" and hearing (repeatedly) "Where does this one go?"




Granddaughter Haylie spent the night with us Saturday. On our way back to her house on Sunday we stopped to feed the birds at Shakespeare.



The answer to my dilemma appears to be the standard economic wisdom of supply and demand. I will be greatly limiting the number of weddings and portraits booked in 2011, which will require an adjustment in the required investment. Wedding collections for 2011 have been finalized and are in effect for any bride who has not yet reserved a date for her wedding. I'm working on 2011 portrait collections this week. They should be in effect by the end of the week. So, if you're thinking you'd like to book a session this year, please go ahead and contact me this week. I have a few openings in March, none in February or April, and some weekday openings in May (all weekends are booked).

Let's all take time to enjoy family and friends in 2011!