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patience. Round Rock Newborn Photographer.

Erin — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:17:35 +0000

This little sweet girl was a lets-feed-her-and-then-put-her-down-real-quick kind of a baby. She liked to eat and she only kind of liked to sleep. Nonetheless, she was a doll. And, she totally has her sisters lips. It’s amazing how some traits carry from one child to another and then some don’t. Genetics is pretty amazing.

baby feet. Austin Newborn Photographer.

Erin — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:30:00 +0000

This sweet little girls birth-day was a very special event indeed. She was a surprise and many thought she was a he but what a beautiful little girl she is. Not only that but her momma got a VBAC. I couldn’t be happier for her and the birth that she had.

I could photograph baby feet all day long. No matter how many newborns I hold and cuddle, I can’t ever get enough of their sweet, wrinkly feet.

The call to serve. Austin Disaster Relief Network.

Erin — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:59:17 +0000

On September 3rd, a massive fire started burning in Central Texas. Bastrop was taken by storm and lives were shattered.

I get goosebumps thinking about it. It’s hard to grasp the magnitude of the situation, to understand the devestation. After hearing the news, I put together some things to take down to Bastrop. Upon arriving, it was overwhelming. Shelters had poped up everywhere and donations were pouring in. I immediately felt called to serve. I did some research and soon discovered a network in Austin called The Austin Disaster Relief Network. They happened to have a CISM training starting that week and I knew that is where I needed to be. To say this organization is amazing would be an understatement. They do many things but above all, they offer hope and healing during times of disaster. Hope and healing. Those are powerful words.

I traveled to Bastrop last Sunday with the Austin Disaster Relief Network to offer my services. It started with a massive church service and ended with vouchers being handed out to residents who would soon be going back into the remains of their community for the first time since the fire started. What I saw was heartache, grieving and glimmers of hope. People were inspired to help others. Friends holding hands, strangers embracing and CISM volunteers offering the beginnings of the grieving and healing process.

I took some time to drive down parts of 71 that had been previously closed. It was a life changing moment for me. To see all that was lost. Beauty taken. Trees burned to nothing but black sticks. To see a community lost. It was, indeed, life changing.

So, I encourage you to donate. Donate your time, donate your heart, donate. It will take more than a few to help rebuild this community but I can assure you that it will be done.

inside and out. austin family photographer.

Erin — Sun, 29 May 2011 04:14:38 +0000

This family is near and dear to my heart and I just want them to know how truly beautiful they are, on the inside and out. The path they walk on is not an easy one but they do it with an open heart and lots of love. It was an honor. And the image that made my night…Yup, this gem would be a big huge gallery wrap hanging on my wall.

And, a special Thank You to my sweet friend Marti for helping me out! You rock!

party on. round rock baby photographer.

Erin — Sat, 21 May 2011 19:07:14 +0000

I happen to know that this momma is on a ‘booze cruise’ with a bunch of girlfriends right now. And, I also happen to know how irritating it would be if I were to send her her slideshow link and she can’t view it on her cell phone. You know, because that’s the price you have to pay for getting to drink ritas with your girlfriends all day!

Can’t you see this face at 16??

The whole shebang. Austin Couple’s Photographer.

Erin — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:22:10 +0000

I usually never blog a whole session. It’s not because I don’t want to but rather, I just never remember to after it’s all said and done. But, this session was so much fun and I love so many of the images. Such a vibrant couple who has such a future in store. They have started their own business, Seedling Communication, and are enjoying their little piece of life right here in Austin. Keep them in mind for all of your public relations needs!

Thanks again Jennie and Marcus, it was a blast!

It’s officially… Austin Photographer

Erin — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:32:46 +0000

So, it’s officially frustrating. I have been bit by the camera bug. So, for months and months, I have been hearing about other photographers having issues with their Canon 5d’s and 5d markII. Now, if you aren’t a photographer, then this probably will bore you but I just have to get it off my chest. So, I really didn’t understand what they were talking about. I never had any problems. I never had any focus issues unless it was on part of my own. But, I am a stickler for sharp images. I want the eye, particularly, in most images to be crystal clear. If it’s a cm off then it bothers me. Like, really bothers me. To my core. So, up until, well, this weekend, I had never had an issue. Then, the bug bit me. Or, whatever it is that is causing this malfunction. I was getting more and more ‘off’ images. More images where the background was in focus and the image not or where the whole thing was just a but fuzzy. Automatically, I assume user error and so I try with ’still’ subjects(like my husband and not my kiddos) and it was still happening. Serious frustration. In fact, nothing is more frustrating then having a perfect but soft picture like some that I got of my kiddos from this weekend(see previous posts). Now, of course, I still love the pictures because they are my children but it just doesn’t fly. So, I just sent my camera and all my lenses off to see if it can be recalibrated. Which, is irritating in and of itself but the cost is even more irritating. And, so there it is, now I understand why people are switching to Nikon and, I also understand why so many people don’t necesarily understand what everyone is talking about. But, when it happens to you…you so get it. So, I am hoping for a little Canon miracle. But, for now, I have my 40D and backup lenses and that will suit me just fine!

And, clients need not worry. I assure you that I won’t be using that camera until the problem is resolved!

part 1. Austin Family Photographer.

Erin — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 18:53:21 +0000

I decided today that I was going to pick 2 places to sit in my house, with my camera.

The rules were simple:

1. I couldn’t ‘move’ to get better light or a better shot

2. I couldn’t try to get their attention. I had to just sit, wait and watch.

My first place was the kitchen table. Breakfast was over but this was like a mid-morning snack. I’ll be back later with location #2…the playroom corner.

sometimes. Austin Photographer.

Erin — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 19:43:54 +0000

Sometimes, when days are rough around here and my loving chilren have just about turned every head on my hair grey, I find solice in naptime. I kiss their little heads, shut their doors and say a little prayer for my sanity. Then I come downstairs to my computer, sit in my grandmothers red velvet chair, open up i-tunes and crank up Andrea Bocelli as loud as it will go and away I go. To my happy place. I edit and look. I see pictures in a new light. I clear my head and just enjoy. Sometimes, I close my eyes and just listen to the quietness filled with beautiful music. I take a deep breath and relax. A meditation of sorts that sends me to some alter universe of enlightenment. Today, I did just that. And, look what I found. I love them so. And then, as quickly as it started, it’s over. A little voice through the monitor and the sound of an opening and closing bedroom door upstairs takes me out of my trance and back into reality. Until tomorrow my friend. Where, once again, I find peace.

Why Hello Mr. Blue-eyes.

Erin — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:28:39 +0000

wait for it…This is a beautiful family on the inside and out and their little guy is following in their footsteps.