COME VISIT THE NEW BLOG!

Blue Dawn Photography now has a new blog up and running! It's a work in progress, but has so many great features that I never had before! I love that my clients will be able to see BIG preview images. Also, please leave a comment when you visit -I'd love to hear from you!

now - check it out -> NEW BLOG

new.blog

I've been working on getting my new blog up and running - very excited. I'll finally be able to post my images BIG! I do feel a bit guilty, however, because this has been a great little blog - basically documenting my business from the start. Periodically, I'll browse back through the archives and I can't help but smile - each post triggering memories of the "whens & wheres". I've met so many wonderful people through this endeavor... I have a great job! And soon I'll be able to post my pictures BIG! Stay tuned for that as well as new holiday card designs!

ryn

I met the McCormick family downtown and they brought little Ryn for her 6 month pictures. She was a pro at sitting and had just started crawling as well! Such a great age ~ and Mom had her styled for her pics! We took a short walk & made a few stops along the way. Ryn's favorite was definitely the greenery, which she tasted when possible ;) Here are a few from the session. (click on any pic to view it larger)

morgan

We met downtown (bright & early) for Morgan's senior session - I am really happy that more people are opting for a downtown shoot... there are so many colors and backdrops to play around with (if you're up for a nice walk!) The weather was great, Morgan was up for anything, & Mom was a wonderful assistant - overall, a very fun shoot! ~ and, I love, love, love the boots! (click on any pic to view it larger)

cole.&.grady.

I met up with Cole, Grady, and family downtown for a nice early evening shoot - we went on about a two block stroll in some pretty heavy duty heat. Cole hung in there and even admitted that he had a good time! We did the last part of our session indoors & I finally got a smile out of Grady - I think he was just thankful for the air conditioning ;) (click on any pic to view it larger)

just.because

I asked Beth if she'd be up for modeling a headshot session - I've been wanting to try a few new lens/lighting combos in my studio space - and in good spirit, she obliged :) Beth was diagnosed with breast cancer on April 8th, 2009. She's already undergone major surgery & is currently undergoing chemo treatments. She's a wife & mom with a busy schedule & I was in admiration of her positive attitude as she told me all she's been through since April. I think it's great that she had this session to document the here & now. When I first asked if she cared about my posting some pics, she didn't hesitate in the least & said it may help to inspire someone else in the same situation. Beth - thanks for letting me experiment! (click on any pic to view it larger)

Anna Kate

After Anna Kate and Mommy arrived, I took a few pictures of just the two of them. It was a sweet, quiet time - the first Mommy/daughter time away from home since she was born. Since she has a big brother, she'll learn to snatch those moments whenever possible! A huge "thank you" to Mom - for being so patient... I hope you both sleep well again tonight! (click on any pic to view it larger)

jessica.downtown

Downtown is such a great backdrop for senior shoots - we mapped out a tentative route and took to foot. It's fun looking for interesting spots to stop at along the way. I love the urban feel of these shots - lots of colors and textures for me to play with while editing! Jessica is one of BlueDawn's 2010 senior reps so you'll be seeing more of her pics soon - she did great and was up for anything... and a big thanks to Dad - we put him to work when he joined us at the shoot. More pics to come... (click on any pic to view it larger)

brock.&.grady

When I arrived, Brock was ready for his photo shoot - full of a two year old's energy and a great little attitude. Grady seemed to enjoy being outside - even while wrapped in blankets on a fairly hot morning - must have been comfortable for him because he decided to take a little nap for part of his turn (which we exploited, of course). A big thanks to Mom for being so accommodating and helpful - you all deserved a nap! (click on any pic to view it larger)

kayla

Kayla came to her senior session ready for anything. We joked as I tried to get her "bad girl" to show through, but I think her natural sweetness dominates ;) She's got a big year ahead of her - especially as the yearbook editor! Hope the first week back at school went well! A big thanks to Mom for assisting and thanks to you both for trekking through the weeds and probably sustaining a few bug bites along the way. Here are a few shots from the session. (click on any pic to view it larger)