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Just a head's up reminder that my wedding pricing will be changing June 1. I'm not doubling my pricing (not even close), just making a few changes to the packages and my contract.

If you meet with me in the month of May about your wedding, current pricing, for you, will be effective until June 30th.

Have a great weekend (I'll be at TWO weddings! Whee!) and let's put all this business talk behind us with some kickin' images on Monday.

As a pallette cleanser, here is one of the Little Dictator. (Two and 1/2 is kicking my butt, y'all)

Casey, Rhonda, Gracie & Will

Fun family today, blog readers!

Despite the steamy weather yesterday (and I mean steamy - I was pretty gross about 5 minutes into this session) we had a blast shooting in downtown.

Will and Gracie were so well behaved and did pretty much everything I asked them too. Will is only a few months older than my daughter and was so much more cooperative! I later found out that might have had something to do with a bribe of ice cream. But whatever works, I say. Towards the end of the session, he'd ask 'Is it time for ice cream now?' Cuties.

Just Mom & Dad, because they were once Casey & Rhonda

I love Gracie's sassy haircut.

Thanks again you four. I had so much fun. I hope you enjoyed burgers and milkshakes after the shoot!

Maternity: Deborah & Matt

One quick one from Deborah's maternity session yesterday.

She has the bump of the year so far. I can't wait to meet this little one.

Album Pictures

It's been about three months now that I've been meaning to post some pictures of a new sample album. As I've had about a week off and there's not a lot of new pictures for you to look at, now seems like a good time.

OK here we go:

This album comes wrapped in the most beautiful packaging. Not a big deal in the grand scheme of things, but a nice touch for sure. It's fun to open a box and have this looking at you.

The covers come in almost unlimited combinations. This album is pretty simple, but do you want a leopard fur cover? Done. How about three cutouts with pictures and two different colors of leather? Done.

Seriously; So. Many. Choices. It's great.

The pages have the feel of photographic paper and are THICK! Probably about a 1/8 of an inch. There is a seam down the middle of the page in this album, but you can get a 'creased' album page, which means no gap in your image. It can go all the way across the page.

Nice, rounded binding. It's incredibly sturdy. You can also opt for a square binding.

This album is an upgrade from the ones included in my packages. The package album is amazing too, so no worries about that. If you're interested in looking at the album and swatches, call me and stop by and check it out.

Just a reminder that I only do albums for my clients. If I didn't shoot your wedding or portrait, I'm sorry, but I can't do an album for you.

On the pretty couples and adorable kids front, my week is going to get K-RAZY starting tomorrow (if the weather holds out). Check back soon for updates!

-Shannon

Happy Mother's Day!

Call your mom and tell her you love her!!!!! All you mom's have a great day!

Kira & John: Engaged, Part II

OK, here is the full Kira and John post! Yea!

Wait until you see these big smiles! Kira and John have been together for a long time, but they act (and I mean this is the most positive way) like they just started dating. They are adorable and soooo fun!

They have the coolest wedding date of the year - 08/08/08 and it's going to be such a great wedding. Again, I can't wait (I know I say that all the time, but I really mean it - all of you guys rule!) We had all kinds of fun shooting downtown last Wednesday and here are the results.

Thanks again you two and enjoy!

Kira & John: Engaged - Mini Sneak Peek

I am running a little behind at the moment. But I wanted to get a mini sneak peek up for Kira and John because I know they are waiting!!!

A full post is coming soon, but here's something while you wait.

April 26, 2008: Sarah and Glenn

Sarah and Glenn were married this Saturday during the gorgeous weather that was the calm between the crazy storms we had. Is that a good sign or what?

I truly had a hard time narrowing down the photos for the blog as there were so many wonderful moments at this wedding. Glenn and Sarah's friends and families could not be more thrilled that these two came together. The love and happiness at this wedding was tangible. I wish I could have bottled it up, but since I couldn't, I was honored to be a part of it for a few hours.

The wedding took place at Vista West Ranch in Dripping Springs and was coordinated by the always amazing Becky (along with Kathy and Veda) from Something to Celebrate. Catering was by Primizie and flowers were by Petal Pushers.

Also, big thanks to the lovely and talented Lisa Woods for second shooting with me.

Sarah and Glenn - thank you for letting me get to know you and for being completely wonderful every step of the way! I loved being a part of your day. Enjoy Belize and on to the pics!

April 26th is not only Sarah and Glenn's wedding date, but is also Glenn's Grandparents' anniversary. They would have been married 69 years on Saturday. Grandpa is no longer with us, but to honor such a wonderful day, Sarah presented Grandma with her bouquet. Sniffle.

Rings

Manly singing

Girly singing

I'm not quite sure what was going on here as they were giggling too hard to explain it, but it sure was cute.

Sarah's Bridals

Here are the Bridals I promised you. Sarah is such a classic beauty and this dress.......sigh. So pretty.

Sarah, her awesome mom Fran and I had a great time kicking around the capitol. Here are the results. I've been itching to share these with you and now that Sarah is married and off to Belize - I can!

The wind gave us a good crazy veil outtake.

Sarah chose this one to display at her wedding.