Where Does the Time Go...

I am waiting for a gallery to load and thought I would put my thoughts on "paper!" I have been running my little bum off since 8:00 this morning after staying up until 2:00 am working! Does anyone have any tips for me??? Secrets?? I would say I need more hours in the day, but no- please! I am tired enough already!! My kids seem to have extra energy now that school is back in. I found Morgan in Lily's room last night (at 10:00-ish) blowing bubbles into the fish tank with a crazy straw! With his sister passed out literally right beside him!! I mean, I thought he was in bed!!! Crazy nut:) I am very excited bc my friend, Alisha, has introduced me to Madmimi.com a email generated newsletter site. i get to make my own templates, add images, etc.. I am super excited bc I always feel like people are getting left out of the loop bc they are not cool enough to read the blog consistently (like YOU!)) LOL! hope that does not offend anyone. Anyways, I will also be using it as my "Friendly Reminder" for late orders or payments. Just seems a little nicer than an email- don't ya think? So, I am hoping tomorrow is the day I get that set up. Also, I am saving up for a shopping cart!! Did I hear clapping??? Yes, I know, our system is a bit of a pain. But, PictureLily is helping to support the Pillow Family and the Pillow family is pretty darn tight:) So, big orders are welcome and will certainly go towards the "shopping cart fund." My gallery is done loading, so I will leave you with a REMINDER:
Tomorrow is Sep 1st- the deadline for some of your orders:) A 15% late charge will be added to your order if you are past this date. It is super important that I stay current with ordering bc Fall mean BUSY and DEADLINES- AKA the Holidays. Lab gets swamped, you get swamped, I get swamped- you get the picture. If your deadline is not Sep 1st, please keep an eye on your 3 wk mark. Many thanks!!!!

The Best Light Ever...

My favorite light is when the sun is shining and the sky is blue with only a few clouds. We did Jenna's pics a little after 9:00 and we could not have asked for better light! It provided such a pretty glow behind her. One of the things I am looking forward to next year when I slow my shooting schedule down is being able to reschedule when we have super cloudy days. The clouds totally take away from the images- dark eyes- dark backgrounds... Take a look for yourself-



Guys, I had soo much fun! She is a doll and I cannot wait to chase her for her Bday shoot:)

Boys, Boys...

Lots of sweet, little boy babies! I met a new little friend a couple of days ago named Robert. He is 6 months old and such a cutie! I went to their home and had such great time with him and his sweet parents. Robert had the -oh so common- "6 mo stare" It happens almost everytime. The moms say, " I do not know what is wrong- he always smiles!" I know they do, but for some reason, they decide to show us the sweetest faces they can make without a smile! (it is no secret I am a huge fan!!) Here are a few of those ADORABLE faces- check out those peepers, too!

LLLOOOVVVEEE this next shot!!!


And now an updated shot of Rachel's 2 handsome guys-

I get to see them again tomorrow afternoon!! Back to editing- well, after I put my wild children to bed. Night...

Catching Up...

Ethan and his little brother, Brendan:)



REMINDER--
REMEMBER THAT ORDERS NEED TO BE SUBMITTED IN 3 WKS FROM THE TIME THE ORDER FORM WAS SENT TO YOU:) ALSO, IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED A NOTICE - REMEMBER THAT AUGUST 31ST IS LESS THAN 1 WEEK AWAY. ORDERS NOT RECEIVED BY THEN ARE SUBJECT TO A 15% CHARGE. THANK YOU!!

We Have a Baby...

Aaron Reese Palazzo
Born 8:51 am August 22, 2009
8 lbs and 10 oz!!!! 21 inches!!
Big boy:) My assistant Rachel is at the hospital with their new bundle of joy. She had a C section this morning and all went great! Megan will be taking her spot while Rachel wrestles with her 2 boys for awhile:) Congrats!!

Newborn of the Year...

Meet little Drake. He was 1 week and 4 days when his mommy and daddy came to see me. This sweet guy was so tiny and sleepy! We did not have to get him to sleep, just took him out of his carseat and started positioning him. What an angel!! Prepare for a little baby fever....



PS- STILL HAVE NOT FIGURED OUT HOW TO KEEP THESE HORIZONTAL PICS FROM CHOPPING OFF!! HMMMM.....

So Much to do....

so little time! So, while I do other things, here are 2 adorable little gals!!
Norah- 18 mo

Norah and Mommy (and baby girl #2!)

Our fun painting

and Quinn- 1 yr

Walking with mom

Smile!

I Promise...

I will have peeks up for baby Norah and Quinn tomorrow! I think I am about to hit the hay. Go me- Saturday night at 10!! I was thinking about it an hour ago! LOL! My father is having back surgery next Tues and I am flying out to Charleston on Tues and coming back on Thurs night. I will be busting it tomorrow and Monday to get any galleries due and orders mailed bf I go. I am not sure if I am going to be able to complete the galleries- if not- I will shoot you an email to let you know. Keep him in your thoughts- he has been beyond miserable for months now. Without embarrassing him, I will just say that standing up for more than 10 min is not an easy task. Not good when he is a strapping, young 56 yr old:) My Bday is on Wednesday, so I might have to prance around Charleston by myself for a few hours! Good night all:)

My Kid Cracks Me Up...

Morgan and Lily have been playing police all tonight while I am working. I am pretty impressed that they have not been fighting a whole bunch! Morgan stumbled for a policeman name and came up with Rachel! We broke out the FLIP and had to record this- (HOPE IT WORKS!!) BTW- he is 3:)

Sweet, Sweet Mason...

I got relish in some baby moments with 4 mo old, Mason. One look into his eyes just makes me want to squeeze him! We got some sweet baby shots and some adorable smiles.

Calling All Current Clients for MINIS...

I am being really indecisive about the Mini-Sessions. So, I have decided to announce my ideas and get feedback from YOU! As of now, I am only taking current clients (unless I have talked to you). Here are my thoughts for locations:
- Carroll County
- Smyrna area
- POSSIBLY Loganville
- Grant Park
The Minis will be 30 min shoots with a gallery of approx 10-15 images (or more if we rock it!) The purpose is to get some terrific shots for Holiday cards and gifts. We can brainstorm ahead of time and figure out the "look" you are going for. I will be looking to book 3+ families per location. Price will be close to the sitting fee, but include some sort of credit. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED- PLEASE EMAIL ME ASAP. The Fall will be limited so please get in touch!!
You will LOVE the Holiday Cards this year! I have some gorgeous templates and will be adding a design your own template! TOO FUN! I get the best feedback every year:)

PS- I AM NOW REALIZING THAT BLOGGER IS NOT WIDE ENOUGH FOR SOME OF MY IMAGES- SO IF IT LOOKS FUNNY, IT IS PROB CUT OFF. ANOTHER THING TO FIGURE OUT!

This was the Only One...

in that spot that turned out like I was aiming for- isn't it adorable?

I think I should clarify bf mom freaks out:) We got some awesome candids in this set of shots and then they turned and smiled and little jumped down. There are more awesome shots from this shoot!!!

The Proof Book...

I have been meaning to post pics on the proofbooks i now offer. On the pricesheet the 5x7 book is listed at $125. I have now added an 8x8- my fave! I can work with the layout of the pics better with this size. I will be adding this to the menu and the price will be a little bit more than the 5x7, but worth it! I am thinking the 5x7 makes for a good brag/purse/grandparent book. While the 8x8 serves a beautiful purpose of displaying your images on the coffeetable. They come with choice of black or brown fabric or leather. The pages are press printed on semi-gloss, UV coated paper. They are not easily torn. The pages are also hinged, so the book will lay flay. You will not have to "break in" the book to get the pages to stay open. Here are a few TERRIBLE pics-
8X8 BROWN FABRIC:

5X7 BLACK LEATHER:

TOP VIEWS:


PAGES (PLEASE excuse how bad these pics are!! The pages are not even in focus!)
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LET ME KNOW IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. I HAVE FOUND THAT I CAN MAKE ANY AMOUNT OF IMAGES FROM A SHOOT WORK.

More to Share...

I wanted to get the rest of Addison's peek and little Cooper's before the weekend was up. Such fun little babes with (of course) SUPER COOL parents! Baby Addison's mom is a very old friend of mine. Cooper's mommy let me "freshen up" at their home after their shoot to get myself ready for a memorial service. Thanks girl! So- here you go!
Addison's adorable smile-

Mom and baby- BFFs 4ever!

And the little Dude, Cooper, in some gorgeous window light-

Go Cooper- drag your parents!!

Oh- so sweet!

this child literally hugged my neck while we were sitting and chatting on the floor. I could have just taken him home!!!

In the Midst...

Of a million things- HAD to share this sweet pic of almost 5 month, Addison. I have more from her session and some from a 1 yr shoot of an awesome little guy to share. But, I do not have everything ready. So, you decide- what do you like???
COLOR

VINTAGE

BW????

I think I already know the verdict:)

Little Rowan...

Rowan's sweet "Nanny" called me and asked if I could shoot some pics of 22 mo yr old, Rowan, while she was visiting. What a little doll she is! She took a little time to warm up, but she did really great! I love the vintage style shots I got- fits her look. Hope you like them!

If Your Gallery has been Deleted...

and you need to order- please email me. I am trying to round up all spring and summer orders- getting clogged!! Thanks for your understanding:)
PS- I AM booking September for old clients ONLY:)