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- Next available Xpressions Date - Nov. 7th - 4 openings left
And now finally, after years of failed plans and rejections and starting overs, that dream is *this* close to becoming real. I've been so hesitant to discuss it on here because it's been shut down so many times, but now I'm ready to say it: Pinkle Toes Photography is about to have a studio space! A place to relax, a place to create, a place where we can come up with images you might never have imagined otherwise (both indoors and outdoors), and dare I even say, a place for photography workshops.
Bless my husband, he's been working non-stop to get this monster completed and I'm so proud of his work. I can't wait to show you the finished product...there are so many possibilities here!
If you are expecting and have already booked a session with me, you can "register" for your maternity portraits, birth photography, and/or baby's newborn photo session. I can even send cards to include in shower invitations, etc.
Of course, you could also take this route (my all time fav!).
Oh dear, we had a time trying to get these pics. Basically, Amry doesn't like me to be more than 1 foot away from her. So short of shooting everything with a fisheye lens, I'm forced to set her down, run, and pray I can get one or two shots before she starts crying for me. [All the folks around me just looked at me and shook their heads in pity--not sure who for? me or her?]. I thought the popcorn would do the trick, but quite literally after I took that pic, she turned the entire box upside down. I'm in major trouble in a few years, aren't I?
Now for the news on Pinkle Toes holiday sessions. Are you ready? Here it is: there are only 4, that's right FOUR, openings left for Premium Sessions (2 in August and 2 in Sept) for the holidays. Yeah. I couldn't believe it myself. I double counted. It's accurate. Now, I will be holding some Xpressions mini sessions scheduled in the fall, but keep in mind that those are only for up to 3 immediate family members.
Anyway, I just thought I'd throw that out there. I know it's hard to think about holiday pictures when it's 110 outside, but I don't want you to get "left out in the cold" either (funny, huh?). So, if you want to snag one of those openings, you need to contact me ASAP. They will be filled first-come, first-serve.
Oh my! Amry is just about the cutest little girl EVER! LOVE the pictures and I soooo want that dress for my little one year old.
(07.15.10 @ 05:02 PM)I love her dress! She is such a doll! I do feel your pain....i was almost relieved to read your post about how you can not be far away from your daughter. my 15 month old is like that too. I thought it was because i work and am away from her during the day. but even on weekends, she only wants me....luckily dad's feeelings are not too hurt :)
(07.15.10 @ 10:16 PM)Are you ever coming to Northern California- Bay Area-San francisco?
(07.17.10 @ 03:43 AM)your work is SO beautiful and your daughter could not be any more gorgeous! WOW
(07.17.10 @ 03:19 PM)
We're still having Xpressions on July 18th and then we'll be back in full swing in August, when [gasp!] the holiday season begins (better book now...October is FULL and September is almost there).
Until then, happy summer!
~M
Awwww! They're so going to miss you. Is that her first time away from mommy?
See you soon!
Hope you and your family get much-deserved rest and time together! It'll be hard, though, for a Pinkletoes addict such as me to get by without a "photo fix" =) Enjoy!
(06.28.10 @ 06:53 AM)totally random....but as I looked at this picture, I thought...I want to fit all of my kids in the back seat of my odyssey.... I have 3 kids that are all still in huge car seats. 2 boys and a girl.... how can I accomplish this?!!!! they look so perfect and snuggly!!
have fun! enjoy some time with your family!!!
Such a beautiful pic! you have inspired me to become a photographerr, ever since i found your website all i wanna do is take pics, i have begged my hubby to buy me a "good camera"! great pics you take, i love them all!
(07.02.10 @ 10:25 PM)
Call for Austin area baby models: I'm currently looking for a baby girl about 3-5 months old who is available the morning of June 20th at 6:45 a.m. to do a quick session for Baby Cakes Scottsdale. Signed model release is required. In exchange for use of the images, you will receive low res copies of the edited images, a beautiful baby blanket ($100 value) and 1/2 off the Creative Fee for a 2010 Premium Session with me! Not a bad deal, huh? Interested applicants need to complete this form and send a fairly recent picture of your baby (doesn't need to be professional) to me. Deadline to apply is Monday, June 14th.
Side note, for random and mostly useless info about me, check out my recent interview on The Creative Mama.
Stay cool!
Michele, these pictures are absolutely amazing! I am so excited to work with you further, and if you ever need a baby model, Will is available!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!
-Jen
Jen, y'all look so cute! Love Baby Coco too!!! What great pictures!
(06.11.10 @ 02:56 PM)You sure you don't need a 7 month old boy? ( : We had so much fun when Audrey did that. I love Baby Coco.
(06.11.10 @ 03:37 PM)What great pictures! Adorable
(06.11.10 @ 03:46 PM)Will and Jen, you look amazing! What great pictures!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(06.12.10 @ 04:40 PM)OMG'osh... love how you capture and include the details in your session. =)
Gorgeous Mom and baby!
Wow... love those blue eyes!
(06.13.10 @ 09:56 AM)Such an adorable nursery! I love love love seeing pretty rooms, so I definitely look forward to seeing more from you two!
(06.15.10 @ 09:27 PM)
Awesome!!!
(08.23.10 @ 11:21 AM)Yay!! Congratulations, Michelle!!
(08.23.10 @ 11:22 AM)Congrats! SO excited for you guys!!!
(08.23.10 @ 11:25 AM)Fantastic! Can't wait to see the finished product!
(08.23.10 @ 11:28 AM)Congratulations! Fabulous!
(08.23.10 @ 11:28 AM)So exciting! Congratulations.
(08.23.10 @ 11:30 AM)oooooh so fabulous michelle congrats!!!!
(08.23.10 @ 11:31 AM)Congrats Michele. Much deserved!
(08.23.10 @ 11:35 AM)Oh wow Michele! I don't know what emotion is stronger; happiness or jealousy :) Congrats and I hope I get to see it in person during a workshop :)
(08.23.10 @ 11:40 AM)i've been wondering about this ever since i came to visit! i'm happy right down to my toes for you! and it looks like there might just be some floor space for li and i to crash on one day? ;)
(08.23.10 @ 11:43 AM)Congratulations!!! So happy for you all!
(08.23.10 @ 11:54 AM)congrats! cant wait to see..this is a dream of mine someday!
(08.23.10 @ 11:56 AM)just the though of what you might come up with in this space makes me giddy :)
Congrats Michele, and way to go hubby!!!! woot!
(08.23.10 @ 12:15 PM)Wow! So exciting. I can't wait to see the final product and of course the beautiful work you'll create there.
(08.23.10 @ 12:20 PM)Woohooo!!! Congrats and best to you and your new venture :)
(08.23.10 @ 12:26 PM)wonderful news! congratulations to you! you are so deserving and your husband is quite the handy man!
(08.23.10 @ 12:41 PM)Congratulations!!!!! You will do amazing things in there - as always! :)
(08.23.10 @ 12:47 PM)That is so wonderful! Congratulations!!
(08.23.10 @ 12:56 PM)Such gorgeous light streaming in. I just wanna toss a baby on a bean bag! ; ) Congratulations. CAN NOT WAIT to see what comes out of there!
(08.23.10 @ 12:59 PM)i've been wondering about this ever since i came to visit! i'm happy right down to my toes for you! and it looks like there might just be some floor space for li and i to crash on one day? ;)
(08.23.10 @ 01:07 PM)So happy for you! Congratulations!
(08.23.10 @ 01:34 PM)Michele--this is soooo exciting! I'm very happy for you.
(08.23.10 @ 01:45 PM)Congratulations!! This is such a huge step for you and your family. May God use this place over and over to bless others:)
(08.23.10 @ 01:57 PM)Congratulations, you're going to love having your own indoor space sooooooooo much!!
(08.23.10 @ 03:42 PM)beautiful :) I am 'heart-in-my-throat' excited for you! That light alone is worth tearing up over ;)
(08.23.10 @ 05:09 PM)How awesome, exciting and well deserved!! CONGRATS Michele!!!
(08.23.10 @ 08:25 PM)Congratulations Michelle.. you are such a hard working photographer and you deserve it. I hope it will all work out of you. best of luck to you!!
(08.23.10 @ 08:54 PM)Congratulations! What an amazing accomplishment for you and your hubby. I am sure that it will be a fabulous success!
(08.23.10 @ 08:55 PM)One of the most beautiful things in this life is seeing a dream realized. Many blessing to you and this fantastic dream coming to fruition.
(08.23.10 @ 09:07 PM)Wow--so cool! Congratulations on your new addition!
(08.23.10 @ 09:11 PM)I am so excited for you! It's truly a piece of paradise. I wish so many blessings for you and your beautiful family. Congrats girl!!!
(08.23.10 @ 09:21 PM)I can't wait to see the very awesome images that will come out of that space! Congrats!!!
(08.23.10 @ 09:32 PM)Oh Michele...I am so thrilled for you:) I cannot wait to see it completed!!! Knowing that "all" your boys helped with your space ...just makes me smile:) xoxoxo
(08.23.10 @ 09:55 PM)WOW! So great and even better that it's an addition to your house so you won't be far! Can't wait to see the final product :)
(08.23.10 @ 10:23 PM)Super exciting news!! With your talent, it's sure to look fabulous! Congratulations!!
(08.23.10 @ 10:24 PM)Soooo super excited for you. Hope it goes smoothly and can't wait to see the final results!
(08.23.10 @ 10:37 PM)Congrats! That looks awesome, Michele! So happy for you and great job to the hubs!!!
(08.23.10 @ 11:37 PM)Congratulations!! Wonderful news!
(08.24.10 @ 06:15 AM)How exciting!!
(08.24.10 @ 07:53 AM)Too cool. So glad for you. Thanks for sharing so those of us who dream of such spaces can vicariously live through you. Enjoy, girlfriend! - PB
(08.24.10 @ 08:27 AM)Can't wait to see. I want one too!! :D
(08.24.10 @ 09:49 AM)Wow! All kinds of new things to learn and play with now! How exciting! Can't wait to see what creative stuff you come up with now.
(08.24.10 @ 10:08 AM)Amber, you look beautiful!
(08.24.10 @ 07:28 PM)Can't wait to see the finished product!! So exciting!!
(08.25.10 @ 12:42 PM)sign me up for the dare I say it.........workshop! I am IN! Love your work!
(08.27.10 @ 11:44 PM)did you say workshop?!?!?!??? i will start saving my pennies now! Love your work and can only imagine how great your studio will be.
(08.28.10 @ 07:45 AM)Hey Michele - I meant to comment on this earlier, but I'm so excited for you and your business. Congratulations!
(08.28.10 @ 09:26 AM)I have tears of joy for you my friend Congrats!!!
(08.29.10 @ 07:25 PM)