There was no question that winter had arrived when we had this session with the Rigney Family. However, spirits were high and sweaters abound as we captured the true essence of family, just in time for the holidays. You could feel the closeness of the family, and we think it shines through in the end result!

Ask any photographer or retail store clerk and they will tell you; Christmas comes early. Such was the occasion this year at Party Belles in downtown Blytheville. Daphne and Elizabeth contacted us with an awesome Christmas event idea, and the public response was amazing! During the mid-November weekend we made some great friends, played with some great kids, and captured some great images.

With this post we wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a blessed holiday season!

"Dare to reach out your hand into the darkness, to pull another hand into the light." ~Norman B. Rice

We often find ourselves saying that we want to make a difference; wanting our lives to reflect giving and virtue. However, we slip into a state of complacency, often doing what is the easiest, or what may please or look good to others, or what is "good enough." For that reason, we found it an honor to have had a session with our good friends, the Marions. They boldly and triumphantly did what they were called to do. It wasn't easy, or the popular thing to do, but they felt the burden to extend hope beyond what we call home.

In these pictures you will meet MiKehl, one of the most pleasant kids you'll ever encounter. He was adopted from Ethiopia this year, and we were quick to get a session in. He loves having his pictures made, and it was a joy to hear him say "clicka, clicka" in his rugged accent after every snap of the camera.

Every smile is genuine, and they were a pleasure to capture!

By request we are offering gift certificates during this year's Christmas Season. They go on sale December 1st, and are available up to December 23rd. They can be for any dollar amount above $75 and are redeemable for any package or product we offer. They do not expire, and make great gifts! Call 870-623-7002 for ordering!

Maegan was referred to us by another client, and upon seeing some of our work she was immediately on board. Maegan will graduate from Manila High in May, and was simply just fun to shoot. As you might guess, Maegan is all about the piano. She even struck a few cords during the session, and it quite the pianist. This was another session that was hard to narrow down for the blog post, as there were so many great images of this lovely young lady. Congratulations and good luck Maegan!!

In the spirit of giving thanks, April and I want to thank you, our clients, our friends, for a successful 2009 thus far. We have been blessed to share many precious moments with you and your families. We find it truly an honor to have met and come to know so many new people through our business, and look forward to a sensational 2010!

Now, meet baby Marliegh. We did her session back in late summer and was astounded by the spirit of this little sweetheart. Mom was all about some tu-tus, and Marliegh didn't seem to mind either. The prints were great and the parents were happy; I've got a feeling you will see more of her in the future:)

When we first met RyAnne, we new it was going to be a busy shoot. This little darling kept us moving, and reminded us that we needed to get back into shape. However, April did a fantastic job of capturing her spirit, those precious dimples, and playfulness. My wife really connects well with children! I think mom was worried that RyAnne was moving too much during the session, but was re-assured that it was for the better. Mom and Dad were delighted when they saw their proofs, as were we. We can't wait for the upcoming maternity and newborn sessions with this awesome family: RyAnne is gonna be a big sister!