{ A Flowchart of Referrals Leads to Newborn Session }

Break out the flowchart for this fabulous referral…  I met sweet little Ava from a referral from Ella’s family, a newborn I had photographed in December and Ella was referred to me from Cathey Ferrell, who is the proud grandmother to Ella and knew me from my children’s school. Isn't it amazing where referrals come from??

Kristi is a new mom who is just an lovely, doting mother of sweet baby Ava.

Kristi and Ava arrived at my house for her newborn session and it took Ava a little while to fall asleep, but once she did, we got some fabulous poses and super cute portraits.  

We used the letter “A” for Ava in some of the portraits – how peaceful is a sleeping newborn, right?

I am once again reminded how lucky I am to have a studio in my home – a space that is unique for my clients!  www.MaryBethsPhotography.info 

{ Referrals Earn Credits! }

On New Year’s Eve, I received a call that made me smile. Edie’s Mom had been referred to me by Christy Gardner, a client of mine. 

I was so excited about the call and to let Christy know that she had earned a $15 credit for the referral once the session had been booked – a win-win, I surely do think!

Edie’s Mom was interested in having portraits of her newborn taken in their home and let’s be honest… I love taking portraits of newborns – so sweet, so cute and so precious. During our first try, Edie was a little fussy. 

With three children of my own, I know how newborns can be, so we took a few that evening and then I came back the next morning to take a few more – who wants their picture taken when they aren't happy, right? 

I walked into the house the next day to a much happier newborn and was able to get some really sweet portraits of little Edie!!  

If you are pregnant, or know someone who is pregnant, you can participate in my { “First Year Moments” Baby Plan }, with 4 sessions (Newborn, 6 months, 9 months and a 1 year). The plan includes 5 digital downloads, a 5x7 from each session, a cake for the Smash the Cake session and a 10x20 custom storyboard of portraits selected by you as a memento of your baby’s first year!  www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

{ Christmas Surprise! To: Our Parents, Love: Your Children }

Amber and Jaime are our neighbors… what a super sweet couple and they just adore our children. 

We help watch each others’ dogs when we travel and they are just so sweet to allow our children to enjoy their beautiful, relaxing pool!  Last year, they asked if I would take portraits of them and Jaime’s sister and her husband to… YAHOO!  SURPRISE Jaime’s parents!!! 

It has been a week of super special surprise portraits and I love it!  We headed to Hammond’s Ferry on a beautiful afternoon where the lighting was just perfect.  With my white couch, we found such wonderful contrast to the beautiful scenery!  

Check out Creative Rentals on Facebook to rent the couch for any of your picture-taking needs at www.Facebook.com/CreativeRentals.  www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

{ Christmas Surprise To: Mrs. Jeffcoat, Love: Mr. Jeffcoat }

I just love surprises!!  I just love those fabulous moments when you are taken away by the love that someone has for you and I love being on the other side of creating that special moment that reminds someone how much they are loved!  And so was my meeting with Mitch Jeffcoat…  

He wanted to surprise his wife with portraits of their children, as they hadn’t had portraits in a really long time.

We went to Hammond’s Ferry on an overcast day, wondering if we were even going to get the portraits done… but it all worked out and what a wonderful surprise Mitch’s wife received on Christmas morning!!  Did I say it yet??  I LOVE SURPRISES!!!  

Thank you Mitch for letting me be a part of this super sweet surprise moment!!  www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

 

{ Silly Fun for Everyone }

Millie Robinson and I have been in the same Mother’s Club for years.  I had so much fun taking her family’s portraits last year and was so looking forward to capturing her family again.  

We headed to Hammond’s Ferry and I brought one of my couches.  The Robinson boys are so silly and so cute and didn’t disappoint on this session.  

What a compliment they gave me by putting their favorite portrait on a Christmas Card... and even better... they ordered Christmas Cards from me, along with a variety of individual portraits, as well.  

It is never too early to get ready prepared for Christmas portraits, so make sure to book your appointments early!!  www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

WWoW { “First Year Moments” Baby Plan }

Are you or do you know someone who is pregnant?  Now is the time to start planning to capture the first year of new baby’s life.  

 

This plan is designed to document all those big “Moments” in your child’s first year! This plan includes newborn, 6 month, 9 month and 1 year/cake smash session.

In this   “First Year  Moments  “ plan you will receive 5 digital downloads on a CD from each session with a print release form, a 5x7 from each  session,  a cake for your 1 year cake smash session and a custom designed 10x20 gallery mounted storyboard. 

The storyboard will be received at the end of all 4 sessions and the client will choose portraits to go on the storyboard from all 4 sessions, to highlight the “First Year Moments”! 

 

It is designed with words and portraits of your choice. The “First Year Moments” baby plan costs $800 and can be paid in full or in 4 equal payments.  www.MaryBethsPhotography.info

{ A Fun Christmas Portrait Session }

Suzanne and I have gotten to know each other over the last couple of months, because she has helped me keep my house in tip top shape while I am working ( truly a gift from GOD!!).

It was a joy to have her sons in my studio for a Christmas session with a fun Christmas tree. 

Her boys are just adorable and her youngest, Whit, just turned 1. Thanks Suzanne for all your help and for sharing your sweet boys with me!!  www.MaryBethsPhotography.info