Barrett {10 days old}

Meet Mr Barrett (who happened to be neighbors with Miss Talia in the hospital).  This sweet little man did a wonderful job sleeping almost all the way through his first photo shoot.  I loved his thick black hair and look at that sweet smile I captured!  Thank you for sharing him with me, here's a sneak peek:

Talia {10 days old}

So I'm off my blogging hiatus and get to start off the new year introducing you to a sweet Miss Talia Catherine.  She was such a little peanut and let me play with my new Valentine hat and blankie.  I photographed her mommy and daddy's wedding a few years ago and I'm so happy for them and their new little blessing.  Here's a little sneak peek for you guys.  Thank you for letting me document another "adventure"...

Holiday Deadlines...

UPDATE:  I've extended Ordering through this Sunday for all sessions that have already been proofed.  A 50% a rush fee will be added to orders placed after midnight on Sunday, December 4th 

I apologize for not blogging or facebooking my sessions, but this time of the year...there aren't enough hours in the day!  Thank you to all my wonderful clients are being so patient to see their galleries.

  Here are some deadlines to help you in your planning;

November 26, 27- As the Holidays are quickly approaching, I realize there are just a few spots available on these two days.  The available spots for the Saturday and Sunday after Thanksgiving will have an additional $75 fee above the session fee.  (additional fee waived for newborns, or sessions that are not holiday time dependent!)

November 30- Holiday orders including custom holiday cards, photographic prints, and wall portraits must be ordered on or before Wednesday, November 30th.  Anything ordered after this date, will NOT be guaranteed by Christmas.

December 1- There will be a 50% rush fee for all orders placed after December 1. This includes custom holiday cards as well as photographic prints.

December 10- The absolute deadline for rush orders to have by Christmas, no exceptions!

Studio News:  I am now offering digital files and the price depends on the amount you've spent on portaits.  If interested in purchasing your digital files, please e-mail me. 

Pricing and packaging will be changing at the beginning of 2012.  You are locked into pricing if you are a sweetness member or have booked a wedding.

Studio Closed- The studio will be closed December 21 through January 2nd, 2012 to spend time with my family!

Holiday Card Micro Sessions

"Holiday Card Micro-Sessions"

Back by popular Demand!

November 12th (hopefully outside) & November 20th (studio)

for just $150

This is for the family whose main goal is to capture those few images needed to create a beautiful, unique and personal holiday card this year and don't need a full session.

Details:

• The session will be 15-20 minutes long and will be at a location decided by me closer to the date! Depending on the weather it will either be at the park or in the studio.
• You will receive an online image gallery of 10-15 images to choose from and you can take a peek at this year's card designs on my website, under the ordering link...Holiday Cards 2011.
• With the session you will receive a box of 50 Flat Press Cards (regular price of cards $110) with the design of your choice. These are two-sided cards with a variety of paper finishes, and includes envelopes. How easy is that...all you'll have to do is stamp and address them! They will already be personalized with your names.
Things to think about:

• Sorry, due to time limitations, no clothing changes will be allowed.
• Sessions are limited to core family only.
• Payment is due at time of booking to reserve your session and is non-refundable.
• Sessions are very limited, so e-mail me today to reserve your spot. Colleen@dustinphoto.com
• You will also be able to order portraits as gifts so start making your list now!

*Holiday Card samples can be viewed by going to http://www.dustinphoto.com/ click Ordering, and select 2011 Holiday Cards . All cards can be customized to fit your session/portraits!

Zech Family

What a sweet family!  We had beautiful weather and such pretty morning light.  Thank you for asking me to capture your family,.



Antonia & Sutton

Ahhh...I love these guys.  A model family...that's all that needs to be said.

Harrison {18 mos}

We met this weekend at Elmwood Park for an early morning shoot and this little guy was a ball of energy (which most 18 month olds are!)  He ran and ran so I'm sure he took a good nap for mommy and daddy that day.

Kate and Claire

These two adorable little ladies met me at Zorinsky Lake for a six month session.  Other than the dewey grass, it was perfect weather and they did such a great job!

Jade {newborn}

It's been a busy time at the studio with newborns!  Little Miss Jade came in for her first photo shoot and did a wonderful job sleeping ;)  She is so precious and I had so much fun capturing all her little details!

Anna {newborn}

Sweet Anna.  She has the most beautiful dark hair and sweet cheeks ever!  So much fun to see the contrast between her and her brothers red hair and light skin...so so sweet.

Werner {newborn}

Meet Mr Werner who came into the studio with his mommy, daddy and big sister Claire.  He was such a sleepy lil man...

Peter {one year old}

My sweet nephew Peter who's a big one-year-old now!

Jessica & Tim {8.20.11}

These two were married at the beautiful Lauritzen Gardens. 

 So for this next shot, I asked them to dance to which Time replied something along the lines of, "are you going to sing?" and the first song that popped in my head was "when the moon hits your eyes like a big pizza pie, that's amore"  I love their expressions!