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Sneak Peek for the Boys | Kansas City Senior Portraits

Last year I shot Katie...and I just realized I never blogged her session! You can check it out on our facebook page, though. She's since become one of my all-time favorite seniors. I've used her on business cards and in print ads. She's beyond fabulous!

Yesterday I shot her little brother, Jack, and two of his best friends. And, guess what? They totally rock, too! I rarely shoot senior boys - not because I don't want to...I just always seem to book girls. These guys were amazing! 

Here's Jack with his killer blue eyes.

And Chris.

And Trenton.

Thanks for a fun afternoon, guys. And for any teenage girls who may have driven by The Nelson yesterday afternoon while the boys were changing their shirts, you're welcome.

Hope you enjoy the sneak peek. More to come so stay tuned! 

H

Her Life Magazine August Trendsetter | Clique Boutique

It's finally August and I can share another Her Life Magazine Trendsetter shoot with everyone. I swear the wait from shoot to publication time nearly kills me. 

The August issue features Clique Boutique, a lovely little gem in the The Village. Clique is relatively new so I stopped in a couple of weeks before the shoot to check it out.

I hadn't even make it in the door before my jaw hit the floor. Clique is filled with racks of stunning dresses and shelves of amazing handbags, but the jewelry...oh the gigantic, glorious jewelry, was what really pulled me in. (This is where we insert our first Rachel Zoe I DIE moment.) I'm such a jewelry hound and for me the bigger and bolder, the better.

This first piece from Jet Lag Jewels was insane! 

Loved the earrings from 74 Harley Street and the Jet Lag Jewels bracelet.

And this 74 Harley Street Necklace was amazing. Rachel Zoe would definitely die. TWICE. 

Clique also carries Me&Ro, which I love. 

And then there's the Jet Lag Jewels turquoise necklace. Can you ever have too much turquoise? Don't answer that. 

This leather cut-out dress was amazing! I wish I would have taken a close-up. The detail is unbelievable.

And this gray dress with the pink Jet Lag Jewels necklace...the perfect combo!

Be sure to check out Clique Boutique, located at 6951 Tomahawk Rd, Prairie Village, KS 66208.

Thanks to Tracy and Ann at Clique and the rest of the team that made this shoot happen. 

Model : Emily Ostertag from Exposure, Inc.

Hair : Chandra Kelso of Fringe

Makeup : Melissa Evans

And an extra big thanks to my favorite sidekicks, Genna Wissing and Tracy Routh, who assisted on this crazy fun shoot!

Be sure to pick up a copy of the August issue of HERLIFE Magazine. It can be found in lots of Kansas City area boutiques, salons and doctor's offices or you can order a subscription on the HERLIFE website.

Until next time, 

H

Quinlynn and Hallie | Lawrence Newborn Photographer

I shared a couple of sneak peeks of Quinlynn and Hallie a few weeks ago. Here are a few more favorites from my session with these two beautiful girls. And yes - as always - the baby fever is full effect. These teeny tiny ones get me EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.

Love this next one so much! We used it on the inside of Quinlynn's birth announcement and their mama ordered a 22x22 canvas of it. Can't wait to see it on her wall!

It's been a while since I photographed a two year old. I had almost forgotten how much fun they are!

Couldn't you just eat her up? She's seriously one of the cutest little things I've ever seen.

There aren't many things a two year old loves more than a lollipop! 

Lindsey and Nate, it was such a pleasure to photograph precious little your girls. I can't wait for our next session!

Lots of love,

H

Sadye | Kansas City Senior Portraits

I was so honored that Sadye and her dad made the trip all the way from Lincoln, Nebraska for me to shoot her senior portraits. She showed up with an amazing wardrobe and a smile that could practically outshine the sun. Sadye doesn't take a bad photo. EVER! Need proof? I'll shut up and show you...

 

Sadye is such a natural. She's kind and she's caring. Her beauty comes from within.

I make a habit of asking client's to give me one word that describes their child. For Sadye, I didn't have to ask. I could see it the moment I met her. She's radiant and whatever the future holds for her, I have no doubt it will be absolutely amazing.

Best of luck on your newest adventures, Sadye!

Keep smiling, 

H

We Need Your Votes! | City's Best 2011

You did it! You got us into the Top 5 in KC Magazine's City's Best 2011 and now we need your help to make it all the way to the top.

Voting ends June 17 and it only takes a moment! 

(Please note that we were incorrectly listed in the wedding photographer category but your votes for us will count in the portrait photographer category.)

Thanks to all of our wonderful clients and friends for their support. We're definitely feeling the love! And a BIG CONGRATULATIONS to so many of our friends who were also nominated! 

Stem Hair and Body - Best Salon

The Artful Gardener - Best Landscape Design Company

Loren Halifax - Best TV Anchor/Host

Jenny Matthews - Best Radio Personality

Angela Watne - Best Hair Stylist

Karen Hutchison - Best Manicurist

Debby Snow - Best Massage Therapist

Harvesters - Best Philanthropic Organization

The Raphael Hotel - Best Hotel

Good Ju Ju - Best Antiques Dealer

Room 39 - Best Overall Restaurant

Oklahoma Joe's - Best Local Barbecue Restaurant

The Roasterie - Best Local Coffeeshop

Baby Cakes - Best Local Sweet Shop

Glace - Best Local Ice Cream

Matt Baldwin - Best Local Fashion Designer

Standard Style Boutique - Best Local Boutique

When you start typing it all out in a list, you realize just how awesome Kansas City really is!

Don't forget you can share this post with your friends by clicking the "tweet" or "like" buttons below.

Thanks for voting!

Quinlynn | Newborn Session Sneak Peek

Last week I shared a sneak peek of Miss Hallie, but I had to wait for her baby sister's birth announcements to go out before sharing her sneak peek. 

I can't tell you how excited I was when I walked in to Nate and Lindsey's house and saw their coffee table. Instantly, I knew we had to incorporate it in our session.

Meet Miss Quinlynn Tate. 

Hallie loves her so much! She's going to be a great big sister.

Is that tree stump table not amazing? I told Nate and Lindsey that if they ever decide to get rid of it I've got dibs. 

More to come soon! I've got lots of editing to do this week so stay tuned.

Happy Monday!

H

 

Nuance Boutique for Her Life Magazine

I can't even begin to tell you how happy I am to be shooting for Her Life Magazine again! Her Life is a local women's magazine all about keeping women connected and throughout the year and a half I shot for them I made some truly amazing connections. I met and photographed so many incredible, inspirational women whom I still keep in touch with today. 

This time around I'm shooting the Her Life Trendsetter. I love fashion and I love working with models so Trendsetter is a perfect fit for me. I'll be alternating months with my dear friend and fellow photographer Tracy Routh. When I'm not shooting I'll be assisting her and vice versa. Tracy and I have know each other for years. We work so well together and it's so fun to collaborate on shoots like this.

Here are the images that appear in the June issue along with a few other favorites.

(And don't think for two seconds that I didn't go buy these shoes after our shoot. LOVE THEM!)

Wardrobe : Nuance Boutique, 11144 South Lone Elm Road in Olathe, Kansas

Model : Jayden of Exposure, Inc.

Hair and Makeup : Melissa Evans of Melissa Evans Beauty

Wardrobe Stylist : Rachel Pheffer of Nuance and Urbantique

Thanks to all the ladies who collaborated on this shoot. It was so much fun that we all agreed we could hardly call it work. 

Until next time, 
H 

KC Magazine City's Best 2011

I just got the most exciting phone call! What a terrific way to start the holiday weekend!

Thank you to our lovely friends and clients who took the time to nominate us for KC Magazine's City's Best 2011. We made the Top 5!

More information on voting to come soon. Have a lovely holiday weekend!

H

Hallie | Sneak Peek

I'm working on a session with two adorable little girls and just had to share a couple of images.

Meet Hallie Jane. She recently turned two AND became a big sister! 

I'll have to wait to share images of her baby sister until the birth announcements go out, but I've gotta tell you I'm totally in love with them! 

Happy Tuesday, everyone!

H

 

 

McKenzie | Kansas City Senior Portraits

Mackenzie was one of two seniors to make the trip from Lincoln, Nebraska to shoot with me and I couldn't be more honored. She and her amazing mama were so much fun to spend an afternoon with. By the end of the day, they felt more less like clients and more like old friends. 

Here are some (okay, a LOT) of my favorites from Mackenzie's session.

Her amazing mama, Kelly.

I can't even begin to tell you how badass Kelly is. She's beaten cancer, she rides a Harley and she's licensed to carry a gun. Rock on with your bad self, Kelly! 

This was just a test shot after a makeup and hair change, but we loved it! Ended up being one of our favorites.

She looks like a goddess, doesn't she?

Hair and makeup by the fabulous Melissa Evans of Melissa Evans Beauty. Be sure to check out her website and her facebook page! 

Kelly and Mackenzie, thank you for making the drive to Kansas City to work with me. I absolutely loved getting to know you both.

All the best, 

H