We welcome Miles to our family...

One week ago today, I gave birth to our 3rd baby boy, Miles Patrick.  He was born at 9:41am on September 7th.  He weighed 6 pounds 9.9 ounces and was 19 3/4 inches long.  We are both doing great and our boys couldn't love him more!  Thank you to all my clients, friends and family who have sent well wishes and prayers.  Of course, I've taken pictures of him, and plan on LOTS more..but here's his debut:

Charlotte {4 months}

Charlotte is another one of my first year baby planners and I was lucky enough to get to see her before my little one arrived.  Her session in the studio was a sweet one.  I love this girls hair and she has such adorable expressions! 

{Happy Birthday Miss Brady June!}

This little sweetie pie and her parents met me at Lanoha this morning for this important photo shoot while they're in town for the holiday weekend.  It was beautiful out and I loved getting to see them again.  I shot their wedding back in 2005, and her mama's belly pictures as well as Brady's *first* pictures.  I miss seeing them!  Here's a peek from our morning:

I love this one with her sweet face and her puppy TJ

I'm sorry, I had to blog...

I'm calling this one "It's my party and I'll cry if I want to!"

Sara {Class of 2011}

Last night I was able to shoot Sara's senior photos.  She has adorable dimples, is so sweet and luckily the wind died down for us for our outside shoot!  I had so much fun with her, she gave me sassy and was open to a little wardrobe switch-aroo!  Loved the cowboy boots!

Introducing baby Bryson

I was happy to meet Mr Bryson this past week.  He was only 6 days old and was WIDE awake!  After some food and coaxing, he slept like a dream!  It was fun to see his mommy and daddy again, they were a wedding couple of mine a few years ago.  So Fun!  I'm loving these newborn shoots....making me excited to do my own in a few days?!?!  Here's a peek!

{Sloan One Year Old}

Happy Birthday to miss Sloan, another one of my Sweetness Members.  I first "met" her in her mama's belly and now she's a big one-year-old.  I love shooting these little ones as they are on the move and it's always a challenge to pause them long enough to capture a smile, funny face, or a somber face.  Here are a few from her shoot!

and then we had a little cake;

Michelle & Ryan {8.28.10}

This past Saturday, I had the pleasure of photographing Michelle and Ryan's big day with my girl, Sarah Pfeiffer.  She shot with me as I was 38 weeks pregnant and luckily no baby came as we went through the day (still hasn't for that matter).  It was such a fun wedding, the couple and the wedding party were so great to work with!  Here's a little peek from their day (slideshow will be posted soon!)

**First Sight**

Love the expressions at these moments!

-We had a visitor who wanted in some pictures-

(notice the preying mantis on the wall)

Update/ News for Colleen Dustin Photography

I wanted to post a little update/FYI for my clients and potential clients.....

I am 38 1/2 weeks pregnant and due within the next Week and a Half.  Yay!  We are super excited and can't wait to find out if it's a boy or girl.  I promise to blog here when he or she is born to let you all know!

Photo by my good friend Sarah Pfeiffer Photography

I am due September 10th

With that being said, here is an update on my schedule upcoming and into fall/holiday pictures.

September: I have no more availability before the baby is born.  I will be taking "Maternity Leave" September through October 17th.

*I will only be scheduling Wedding Consultations, Newborns and if needed Sweetness Collection members while on maternity leave*

(I will still be editing, designing and fulfilling orders as well as working on Holiday Cards so feel free to e-mail)

October: I will begin scheduling sessions again on October 18th with limited availability.  I will be shooting mostly evenings and weekends.  Weekends I will schedule no more than 4 shoots a day.

November: I will again be scheduling mostly evenings and weekends.  My last session for "Holiday Portraits" will be Sunday, November 21st.  Any sessions scheduled after November 21st will NOT be guaranteed for holiday delivery.
**I will be offering two Micro-Session Days on November 14th and 20th. If you are not looking for my regular session but instead are looking for just a quick holiday card photo shoot. This will be a short shoot, with limited times/location/groupings/photos to choose from and card options.  You will be able to order additional portraits.  Please e-mail me if you are interested in this shoot, space will be limited.**

All Holiday cards/portrait prints MUST BE ORDERED by November 28th to ensure holiday delivery.  Any order placed after that will require a 50% rush fee. No rushed orders will be accepted after December 5th.

I will have an online gallery for Holiday Cards up in the next couple of weeks so be sure to take a look at that.

December: Appointments will be taken on a limited basis and will not be ready to proof until January.

Plan on calling or e-mailing early to reserve your spots as space is limited.  Also, please note if you are a returning client, my session options have changed.  To view your options go to my website and look at "Portrait Clients" and investment.  Thank you for understanding my deadlines and limited availability this time of year!

Colleen :)

{Oliver} 3 months

This is Mr Oliver and he is 3 months old.  He came into the studio earlier this week with his mama and he was a great little guy.  He was in such a good mood and he didn't mind using his strong little neck to lay on his tummy and hold his head up (which is a pretty big task for 3 month olds)  He was such a happy little guys except for clothing changes which we got through as fast as possible.  Here's a peek from our shoot:

{The McGills}

We met last weekend at their home and ventured over to their new land for some family and kiddo shots.  It was a pretty nice morning out and we were able to use the nice morning light!  I love the ones in the field!  Little Miss Elana didn't seem to warm up to me too quickly this time, but I loved that she gave me a big hug when I left!  Here's a few favorites!

The Duffey Family

We met in the Old Market last week for a fun family shoot!  This adorable family has their hands full with these three boys but I really enjoyed playing with them and documenting their family!  These three little guys are so silly!  Here are a few from our shoot.

The F family

I've felt blessed to have photographed this family since Maddie was just an infant and every time mom calls to schedule the shoot I am excited because the kids are great, they always are stylish and fun!  This time was no different!  Look at Maddie and Nicholas' outfits!  Aren't they adorable...like little models!  I loved it!  Thank you for giving me the opportunity to document your family each year!

{Cameron 6mos}

This adorable red-haired, blue-eyed cutie I shot the weekend before last(and apparently the time if flying by) and I wanted to share a few of my favorites from our shoot!  He is just at that 6 month stage and can sit by himself (with propping) for a few seconds at a time!

Tessa's One!

I can't believe I've known this beautiful mama since 7th grade, but I always enjoy getting together to capture their adorable family.  The special occasion this time was their little Tessa turning one!  We also got some of Mr Brody who turned 4 this summer.  It's crazy how fast a year can go by....