Abbott Family

Sunday I photographed a pretty mommy and daughter! We picked a really good location- It had a ton of great opportunities for photos! The weather was beautiful, as well! We lucked out all around!

Thanks for a great day, Abbott family!

Baby G - Newborn

Remember the Seek maternity shoot? (If not, look 2 posts down!!) Baby G was born on August 3- we did his newborn shoot at 9 days old (Thursday). Baby G is such a good little baby! He slept nearly the entire session!

Thanks to the proud parents for letting me photograph your little bundle of joy, and congratulations!













I bought the adorable bear hat on Etsy from "Hookaholic" and the stork pouch on Ebay from "phatedone."

I can do logos, too!!

I've had soooo many people ask me about my logo, and tell me that they like it (Thank you, by the way!). When I put up my blog, I wanted an actual logo to put up, rather than just a "title." So, what you see is my own little design in Photoshop. Nothing fancy, and to be honest, I had actually planned on only keeping it until I had enough money to pay a designer, but since I've had so many compliments on it, it might just stay around for awhile!

ANYWAY.... I was asked to create a logo for someone, and this is what I came up with! I actually like it to much, I wish I could keep it for myself, ha!!!

Kennedy turns 3!

Well, my baby girl is not such a baby anymore! She will be three on August 21st. :-( We're doing a few birthday photo sessions this year- primarily because since I'm "mom," she doesn't think she has to listen to me or cooperate with me, so it makes her my most difficult subject! I think by splitting up her pics into a few different sessions, it will make it so much easier!

Anyway, Kennedy recently got a horse, so we thought it was appropriate to take some "country-ish" photos! We did a super quick shoot today-- her horse is still a little young and nervous, so we weren't able to get quite the photos I had in mind, but we improvised and there are a few that I like!

Without further ado, here are a few of my faves, and as always, the rest can be seen on Facebook! Keep a look out for the rest of her birthday pics!

And the winners are...

This is officially the end of my first blog contest! I had lots of people put their names in for kids and family, but nothing else, so I have decided to draw 2 names in each of those categories!

The winners of the "Family" category are:
Tiffany Abbott
Mandy Winfree

The winners of the "Baby/Kids" category are:
Courtney Campbell
Bre Millsap

Winners must contact me within 7 days to set up a session. Session must take place before August 31, 2010.

BUT THAT'S NOT ALL!!!! :-)

I'm feeling generous, so to everyone who posted, you have the opportunity to purchase a 1-2 hour session for just $50 and will receive a free 5x7 from your session. You must contact me before August 31, 2010 to book a session!

Thanks to everyone who entered!

Sneak Peak - Seek Maternity

I had a great opportunity to capture my best friend's pregnancy today. We were so lucky the rain held off, but the heat surely didn't! (Might I add I'm incredibly glad baby G. waited a little bit longer to make his grand arrival! We were worried he wouldn't hold for photos!)

Carissa and Justin, thanks so much for the opportunity to shoot with you today! You are going to be incredible parents!













To view the rest of the photos from today's session, check out my facebook page!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Valerie-Hoyle-Photography/138403822851630?ref=search

Giveaway!!!

Let's start this off with a HUGE giveaway!


All of my previous work was wiped away when our desktop computer crashed. :-( I was able to salvage a few senior photos from my Myspace account, but that's all!

In order to rebuild my portfolio, I am giving away one of each of the following sessions:

• Baby/Child
• Family (Immediate family, no large groups)
  
• Engagement
• Senior (Boy - Class of 2011)
• Senior (Girl - Class of 2011)
• Trash the Dress
  

The winners will receive a totally free on-location session. Any prints desired can be purchased at a discounted rate-- trust me, it's good! I'm basically PAYING YOU to take your pictures! I will get my desired shots first, then take anything that you may want!

If you want to enter, leave your name as a comment below, and specify which session(s) you want to enter.

I can't wait to work with you!

Welcome!

Welcome to my brand new photography blog! It is a major work in progress right now, but it's up! Thanks for joining me!