senior season is here!

Congratulations to the class of 2011 high school graduates! I still remember my graduation like it was yesterday. But clearly, as one of my "milestone" birthdays fast approaches, it was not! It's not too early for the class of 2012 to start thinking about senior portraits. In order to ensure you get the date you want, call and book your session soon! To celebrate the graduation season I thought I'd throw in a perk for 2012 seniors booking this summer....

Book a senior session in June or July and receive a set of 3 accordion albums with your order.

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The Forts

Here are the troopers I posted about on facebook last week. Our session was on one of the coldest days this month! Regardless, I got some great ones of them and enjoyed riding together. Thanks for driving ME around!

Baby Caden

I was so blessed to hold this precious bundle for the first time today, which was his second day in this big world. He is just so sweet! Mom is a great friend (who also happens to be my daughter's teacher - BONUS!) and I wanted to capture him in his first days. I'll be knocking down their door to snuggle on him some more, as I just didn't get enough time with him! Of course, I'll have my camera too. Look for more of Caden and big brother!

Taking better photos of your family

Isn't this little guy a cutie? These were taken at about 7:45 the other night. I love the light later in the evening before sunset. It's softer, warmer and just downright buttery sometimes! If you are wanting to take better photos of your kiddos or your family here are a few tips....

1. Turn that FLASH off! If you don't know how, check your manual.
2. Shoot early in the day or in the evening. Mid day sun is too harsh and won't do your images any favors!
3. Get out of the direct sun. Direct sun is harsh and will create raccoon eyes. Find a shaded area and face your subject so reflected light is falling on their face. (in two of these, the first and the last one, the church across the street had the sun shining directly on it and it was reflecting back across the street at Connor's face)

Try these tips and see how you do! If you find them helpful, share this post with a friend and have them go like my facebook page (button at top of blog). That's the place to hear what's going on with Denise Williams Photography!

Sylvia C. Bracelet

Last week I told you about the necklace I bought for myself for Mother's Day and mentioned the piece I bought for my mom. Now that I've given it to her I can tell you that I had a cuff made for her with all her grandkids' names stamped on the outer surface. I love it and she did too! This will be my next piece. I need to think of what to put on it though. I already have the girls' names on my necklace. Any suggestions?

Puppies!

This is the second time I've had the pleasure of photographing the Farrell family. This time they added a twist and had four puppies and their momma present! Coconut had four little boy puppies. The Farrells wanted to be photographed with them before they went to live with their new families. We met early one Saturday morning and followed those little cuties around the yard. It was a great time and they kept me on my toes!

These kiddos have sure grown since I've seen them last!

Happy Mother's Day!

I want to wish a Happy Mother's Day to all the great moms out there! I hope you get to do something just for you. I plan to enjoy my family and spend the day not thinking of anything on my to-do list. I said *plan to*. So we'll see how this task oriented gal will do!

Speaking of Mother's Day, I bought myself a mother's day gift this year! I know that's not customary, but I've been wanting a "mom" necklace for a while now. You know, the stamped silver charms with your kiddos names on them. I was bent on it ever since I met Sylvia C. at library story time. After getting to know this very nice and stylish mommy, I learned that she makes stamped jewelry. Ding! Well, I had to have one.

I just love Sylvia's stuff. After you see her pieces, you will too. You can find them in her Etsy shop HERE and learn more about her HERE. Her blog is so much fun to read. In addition to making cool jewelry, she also loves helping women find their personal style. She writes an "Ask Sylvia" post and shares what she wears on "What I wore Wednesday." You must check her out. Go!

Oh, and before you go thinking I'm TOTALLY selfish, I did have her make something for my mom too. I'll post that after Mother's Day! Check out the image of my awesome necklace. I added the cross and Sylvia consulted with me to create a personal piece that I cherish! I think I'll be keeping this girl busy. My birthday is around the corner. ;)