Tuesday, April 26, 2011

eric. amber. lillie: family.

If you follow my blog in the slightest, you've probably noticed by now a little how the blog works...In the title of the blog post, I like to put the names of the people in the photos, followed by the event. Well. Eric and Amber have graced the pages of my blog many times. You may remember their engagement. You should definitely remember their wedding. I can't even begin to tell you how thrilled to pieces I am, to finally be able to list their names, followed by a THIRD name. Followed by FAMILY.

Eric and Amber are two of the most incredible people I have completely had the pleasure of getting to know in my little career of photography. I love that Amber makes me feel like an old college friend with so much to catch up each time I see her! I love how Eric really loves my photo process and gives me tons of input for the perfect pose! I can't begin to explain how two people can truly bless my life more, and now they're bringing a little girl into the world. And don't worry. Little Lillie will be making her Bodell Photography appearance in June...and I couldn't be more excited! I'm probably going to spoil her a little myself!

So Eric and Amber, it's a given that you two will be mom and dad of the year, and for probably several years to come also! That little girl is going to be so blessed, and totally spoiled...especially since her mom works for such a fab store! Although, Amber, promise us--no red shirts and khakis for Lillie! Ok, well maybe, if they're beyond cute and all, and only if you have a big ol hair bow to match! She's going to be adorable, and I can't wait!

Thanks again for spending time with me for these photos. I'm happy we were able to document this milestone in your lives. Amber, you're gorgeous as usual, and Eric, you too, I even think you may be glowing just a smidge! Love you both! Enjoy your photos!

Everyone else reading this...prepare to follow Lillie as she grows up...I totally plan on seeing her at least once or twice a year!!!

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Friday, April 22, 2011

issac.

This precious little thing is Issac. He's the dear little one of a good friend of mine whom I have known since we were little. I've had several fabulous photo sessions with this family, and I was thrilled to find out that Cassi, along with two of our other friends, was having a new baby! And so I'm so excited to introduce you to little Issac! I'm looking forward to seeing him grow into a big, strong little man like his big brother DJ, who also happens to be one of my favorite little people to photograph! He's such a proud big brother already!

Cassi, your new addition is adorable, but then again, we all expected that! I love these photos and even though I didn't make it to "round 2", I am so glad we did round 1 outside! It was so worth it with these shots! I'm going to have to print a few for my own personal collection! Thanks again for spending time with me and I can't wait to photograph the family again soon! Enjoy your new man and these pictures!
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Tuesday, April 19, 2011

alaina.

This is Alaina! She is the niece of a dear friend of mine, Nora! I think this is possibly the cutest thing she does for her family when they come out for work and they bring the kids along. Usually, Aunt Nora gets to spend time with the kids, and somewhere in the mix, I get to come along and do some photos. This time, Alaina and her dad came out from Pennsylvania. One of the days they were here, Nora brought her to The Flying Cupcake where I met them with my camera.

Alaina. Possibly the cutest little girl with the most curls on top of her head I have ever seen! She enjoyed a chocolate cupcake, or at least the frosting on top of it!  Her faces cracked me up, but I know she loved every bit of that frosting! Nora, thanks once again for introducing me to another of your adorable nieces. She's darling from head to toe and lucky to have YOU in her life too! Aunts are wonderful for spoiling and buying them cupcakes...I have two of them myself that I love to spoil! I love these pictures. I hope we were able to capture a little bit of "the day in the life of Alaina!" She's just too cute for words!
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Friday, April 8, 2011

geoffrey & audrey: married.

I am SOOO thrilled to share this lovely wedding with you all! I believe it was a Thursday when I got that email. I opened it up to find that Audrey was in need of a wedding photographer---for her wedding---on SATURDAY! It was my only free Saturday in the month of March, and of course I wrote back right away to tell her how happy I would be to work with her. Once I arrived at her house on the day of the wedding, and she opened the door, I knew we were in for something spectacular!

SHE. WORE. PURPLE. That's right! Need I even say more?! I personally have a little secret infatuation with this vibrant hue. You may remember me blogging once before about my purple patent leather heels. Oh that glorious half inch heel! So when I realized that Audrey was dawning a purple gown, I was in picture taking heaven! The rest of the day would be extraordinary and Audrey was gorgeous in her dress.

Audrey, I know you've waited a few days for these pictures--thanks for being patient with me! Thank you so much for your email and I'm so glad I was able to help out for the day. Your Geoffrey is charming and handsome and I can see how easily you fell for him. He looks at you and his eyes smile. You both were incredibly easy to photograph and I thank you for including me in your day. Your intimate ceremony was really special and I love the photos we were able to capture with the ice cream!

That brings me to another great story! How many people do you know who would actually ask to "cut" in line? There is a most adorable tasty little ice cream shop in Bloomington, and Audrey's maid of honor Holly and I both loved the idea of doing some pictures there. When we arrived at The Chocolate Moose, naturally there was a line. A LONG line. So what do good bridesmaid do? Well, they do what ANY good bridesmaid would do. They ask to cut in line! AND...best part of all...They offer to buy for everyone in line! Holly, you're stellar in my book and kind beyond words! I crack up that the total bill was about $35 for all those people! Only in a small town right! How great are these images though with that ice cream? And how fun for those folks in line? I bet they will forever remember, GIRL, PURPLE DRESS, and that lovely lady who paid for the ice cream that day!

I love these images Audrey and Geoffrey. I hope you continue making each other happy daily! And congratulations on "it's a boy"! So excited for you both!
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