Adler and Halina

I told you I'd be back with more of Adler and Halina, my friend Denise's darling kids.  We braved the mosquitos tonight to get some sibling shots.  I don't know what Denise did to bribe them, but they were wonderful for the shoot!  They did everything I asked of them (although sometimes I had to ask more than once in a pleading tone) so we got some great shots of the two of them together.  Just having fun and playing as brothers and sisters can only do.

  

I had a great time photographing them at the park and then at the splash pad.  And I think they enjoyed it as well!

You asked for it! Announcing another mini-session!

 

The response to my latest mini-session was such an overwhelming success that I just needed to plan another one!  This one will take place at Minnehaha Park (Waubun Picnic area - there's a great spot just down the hill that will allow for a variety of neat backgrounds) on Wednesday, August 25, from 1:30 - 3:30 pm.  There are only four spots available, so sign up quickly!  The session will last 30 minutes and costs $50.  You will receive either 8 wallets OR (1) 8x10 AS WELL AS a CD with five of your images and a print release!  Payment must be made at time at session.  Contact me at rebekah@imageseverlasting.com to reserve your spot today!

Lovely Liliana

Do you ever have so many things going on you can't keep 'em all straight?  That happened to me today.  I've been planning a mini-session for August 4, but inadvertently told one of the people to come on July 21 instead of the 4th.  Oops!  And guess what?  For a 30 minute session, I have over 200 photos to wade through.  I think it worked out great.

Liliana was such a joy to photograph.  She had such amazing expressions!  And those eyes!  So deep and dark.

And I just love her little teeth.  Babies are adorable!

Welcome to the world, Tater Tot

A few weeks ago, I posted some maternity pictures for my friend Rachel.  Well, her little one has graced us all with his presence.  He's such a beautiful little boy.  So much dark hair!  He was a little trooper during our shoot today.  So was his big brother, Trent, who is still getting used to the idea of having this little brother around.  I really had a hard time choosing which images to showcase on my blog, too.  There were so many cute ones!  Welcome to this crazy world, Tate.

Announcing a Mini-Session!

Need updated pictures of you, your family, your kids, your pets, someone special?  Then sign up to be a part of my mini-session!  The one I planned with my mom's group was so much fun I just needed to do it again.  For just $50 you get a 30 minute photo session and a CD with 10 of your favorite images along with a print release.  Bring a donation of school supplies and receive $10 off the fee!  What a deal!  There are only 4 spots available, so e-mail me at rebekah@imageseverlasting.com to reserve your spot today.  Book by July 16 and your name will be entered into a drawing for a free 8x10!  Payment must be made at the time of the session.  Contact me for more information!

Urban Adventure

Meet the winners of the July monthly drawing - Melanie and her two daughters, Bella (5) and Sadie (2).  Melanie loves to peruse photography sites, so she sent me some ideas as to what she likes and was looking for. 

I jumped on the idea of going to Lowertown in St. Paul to get some neat urban shots.  I hope that Melanie's expectations were exceeded!  We had so much fun walking around and then pulling out my chair to get some great shots.  There were so many that I had a hard time choosing which ones to feature!  I'll just let the pictures speak for themselves.

The pettiskirts the girls are wearing were created by Carla at Pettiskirts and Parenting.  Aren't they adorable?  I want some more!

And away we go!

I decided to host a portrait party with one of my mom's groups.  Unfortunately, only one mom was able to make it, but we sure did have fun.  I'll definitely be doing this again! Meet Ella.  She's 3 1/2 going on 15.  Aren't they all? 

Then there's her little brother, Ethan.  He wasn't too sure about getting his pictures done, but he sure was a trooper.  He loved playing with the rocks and has quite a good arm on him!  Maybe he's the next Joe Mauer?  Hmmm.

 

I wasn't able to get too many of them together, but we sure did try.  They loved holding onto the picture frame and looking through it.  I'll have to try this one again.

Such cuties!

Drum roll please!

Congratulations to Melanie T. for being July's winner of my random monthly drawing!  She wins a free photo session and 8x10.  Melanie, you have two days to respond to this offer!

If you didn't win this month, there's always next month!  I'm accepting August entries now.  Just e-mail me at rebekah@imageseverlasting.com --use the subject Monthly Drawing August.  Entries need to be received by August 1.  I'll announce the winner on August 2.  In your e-mail, include your name, e-mail address, and phone number. If your name is drawn, you'll have two days to respond or a new name will be chosen.  Only one e-mail per person! However, you may include anyone you'd like in the photo session. Past winners of other contests are not eligible.  Contact me with any questions! September entries will not be accepted until the new drawing is announced.

Bellies and Babies Wanted (updated)

Can you believe it's July already? Summer will be over before you know it. *Shiver* I don't want to think about that. What I want to think about are babies! Not mine, of course, but yours or someone you know! I'm looking for pregnant mommas or newborns who would be interested in posing for a photoshoot for my portfolio. Maternity pictures should be taken when Momma is between 32 - 38 weeks. Newborn photos should be done when baby is no more than 14 days old. The whole family can get in on the fun, too! 

What I need:  two Mommas and two newborns.  Please e-mail me at rebekah@imageseverlasting.com if you're interested.  In your e-mail include your name and preferred e-mail.  Also mention which type of photo session you are interested in - maternity or newborn.  For your trouble, you will receive a free photo session, 8x10, and 50% off any other prints/products you order from me!

Pass the word along to all those expecting Mommas!  What a great way to document this precious time in your life.

Congratulations to the winner of the Cutest Pet Contest!

Congratulations to Otto!  He was voted as the cutest pet in my first ever Cute Pet Photo Contest.  As the winner, Otto (and his owners) is entitled to a free photo session, (1) 8x10, and 20 % off an order. 

The runner-up, George, is just as cute.  So, as generous as I am, I'm going to give George (and his owner) a free photo session and (1) 8x10!  I think he deserves it coming in so close behind Otto.  Besides, I want to take photos of both of these cuties! 

I'll be in touch with everyone to set up a photo session!  Congratulations!