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Saturday, October 26, 2013

Forest Lake Senior | Madeleine

Watching kids you taught back around K-2 age arrive at their senior year is crazy! Your parents weren't lying when they said time goes by faster the older you get! So I was shocked and excited when I got an email from Madeleine asking me to do her senior portraits! Umm, yes!!

From her description of likes and activities, I couldn't help but like this older version of the girl I used to teach all those years ago! She's fun, funny, and so talented! And her whole session, family entourage included, was a joy! I know Madeleine is going to blow away the audience at her school play this fall, and who knows, maybe one of these pictures will be used to attain future auditions! ;-)


Everything was beautiful at Empire Mine, but these fall colors made this a favorite spot!



Of course Madeleine's dog, Emma, had to make a special appearance!



One of Madeleine's passions is fashion, so we had fun matching outfits and props to different locations!

You can't beat a red lip, swing coat, and vintage typewriter!

From vintage cameras to Vogue magazines to a special box for her grandmother, each prop had special meaning!

Love!

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Saturday, April 27, 2013

Smartsville Senior | Madeline

Give me a field and beautiful light, and like any photographer, I could shoot there all day! But what makes it really special is when it fits the person being photographed there, which is why I love it when seniors pick their own location! And did Madeline pick good or what?!

With her entourage and a truckload of props, we spent this last couple hours of daylight in the field capturing this smart and funny girl! And while this is only a glimpse into her life and many talents, her beauty and spirit is so evident! Madeline, it was an honor and joy to spend a day with you and your family capturing this sneak peek into your life!


A girl after my own heart!


Favorite on the right!


Sweet peas from the garden, books, and a cup of coffee--I think Madeline would choose to study out here any day!



Most favorite musical instrument picture EVER on the left! We were channeling our inner Piano Guys for these pictures!



Ready to start this next chapter in life!

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Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Forest Lake Christian Senior Portraits | Luke

"Now let me just take another picture without the sun flare."
"What did you say? I can't turn off this Latin flair!"

As the last light was fading into night, we jumped in the car, joking about empty fields and possible truck driver killers. It was the perfect end to an amazing shoot! As a Lydia Seniors 2013 Forest Lake Christian School Senior Rep, Luke was so much fun! Lucky for him it got dark because we could have gone on for hours!

I'm so thankful for Luke and his family! Going through pictures from when I first started my business, I came across a set of him and his sister graciously letting me practice on them. Luke, all these years later, it's such a privilege to capture this point in your life!


We just had to start out with a man's best friend: Dudley the dog.


It's a little known fact that I used to be a violin teacher. Well, meet my first student! Luke now uses his musical abilities as a guitarist to bless his church and school!

We got the Latin flair going on a little here!




Straight from Guatemala?

The leather buckle cuff was totally created by him!

Get this, he also likes to write some of his own music!

As well as tap into some old soul music with a few records.



Every guy needs a pair of wingtips like these!


Favorite set!


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Monday, June 25, 2012

Auburn | Fair in the Square

Thanks to everyone who came out Saturday to browse the Fair in the Square! As a proud homeschool graduate, it was fun to be back in the atmosphere and see so many old friends! I had to leave early to shoot a wedding, but I heard the kids enjoyed the otter pops we gave out. Can't wait to see who is next in joining the Lydia Seniors team!


This is where my love of interior design gets its kicks. Half the fun was designing my booth layout!



Cool candle holders make for great business card displays!

As a bibliophile, books to display pictures and cards are a must!

My grandpa's dynamite box from his coal mining days made an appearance again.

Much love to Grass Valley Florist for loaning me easels, the antique sewing machine table, and a few flowers to complete the look!

Something about the wire basket display on the left made it my very favorite part of the display. My great uncle's old camera sitting nearby didn't hurt either!



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Friday, June 22, 2012

Come One, Come All!

Pianoforte Studio and I are so excited to have booths at tomorrow's A Homeschool Fair in the Square! I've been working on my Lydia Seniors booth design for days, and the entrance is free, so if you're in the area, be sure to stop by and say hi! Help make sure I don't end up being the most unpopular booth at the fair, and I might have a sweet treat to share! ;-)


A Homeschool Fair in the Square
June 23, 2012
9am - 1pm
Auburn Grace Community Church
3126 Olympic Way
Auburn, Ca





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Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Hanging It Up!

I love the look of an eclectic collection of pictures and memorabilia! Maybe it has to do with my pack rat tendencies rejoicing that there's a way to make random things look pretty together! I wanted to achieve this same kind of look with my senior galleries around town. Collecting frames from various old painting, mirrors, and thrift stores, I spray painted them all the same color. Tada! Instant gallery! If you want to incorporate other kinds of items into the look, check out this tutorial from Kate Spade!

The gallery has now moved and grown, but here's what it looked like at the Roots Reclaimed Studio!










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Sunday, February 26, 2012

Fav Picks | Just a Note

I've resisted adding to the collection, but somehow I always find myself in the stationary aisle at Target or walking through the Papyrus store when I pass it in the mall. I just love paperie: tags, notecards, sticky notes, journals, and even office supplies! So I'm super excited to finally 1) have an excuse to add to my collection and 2) have a few personalized things just for Lydia Photography! Now I'm just looking for an excuse to write a few notes!




And just because I could, a personalized case for my iPhone! :-D



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Monday, October 24, 2011

Styled Senior Portraits | Kristen

Graduating from Forest Lake Christian School last year, Kristen knows what it feels like to be finishing high school. She's also a fan of photography and wanting to look great in pictures while still being yourself, so she was the perfect model when I needed a senior for a styled portrait shoot!



Naturally Glowing


Props always add the perfect touch!




Um, Kristen, you were amazing!

Nails: Mint Sorbet by Sally Hansen
Lace top: Target
Jeans: JCPenney
Shoes: Aldo
Necklace: Nordstrom



Fresh & Fun


Go ahead and bring your favorite chips or the chocolate you're always known for having on hand!

Blouse: Target
Jeans: JCPenney
Sandals: Target
Earrings: Betsey Johnson from Nordstrom
Bracelets: Thrifted and Forever 21


Glam It Up


Not sure if Kristen could play or not as I borrowed this from a friend, but she sure knew how to rock the case! ;-)

Dress: Target
Cardigan: Ross
Earrings: Betsey Johnson from Nordstrom
Necklaces: Macy's and Forever 21
Boots: Target





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