May Kute Photo of the Month - Woodlands TX Photographer

I love looking back each month and to see the beautiful families I have met and what has taken place. Usually I think back and think these sessions have taken place months ago. But they were only a week or two ago.

May brought a lot of babies! Looking back through the blog I had 3 newborns, 1 3 month old, a almost 4 year old, 1 family and a one year old, plus a few older shoots. So, as you can tell it is going to be hard to choose the Kute photo of the month.

So I always go back to my stand by method. What session was the complete package?

You probably remember this newborn shoot. The whole shoot went great. Even though she didn't want to sleep, we still managed to go some really great portraits done of the family and of her. And choosing my favorite of the session, let alone of the month was going to be hard. But I just kept coming back to the ones of father and daughter. I think we all know that there is something about a father/daughter bond. I know that my dad and I have one. He gives me anything I want! But in all seriousness, these two already had it. Pretty amazing at such a young age. And since Father's Day is right around the corner... Thought it was appropriate.

So I choose this portrait for the Kute Photo of the Month of May. She is now almost a month older, and one day will look back at this portrait and will be mortified. But for now, we can all just admire how Kute and little she was.

Congrats guys! And a reminder for all of the new blog stalkers. Winners of the Kute Photo of the month contest will receive a free 16x20 wall portrait of this image and a $50 gift certificate to use at their next session.

Future politician - Houston Newborn Photographer

Yesterday, I had the pleasure and I mean pleasure of photographing the best little newborn. He was super. I had done his mamma's maternity session awhile back. And now it was time for his debut. His mom had figured out the secret weapon (a bath) so he was zonked out. So we proceeded to shoot away and get some fabulous photos! Here a just a few. But I wish I could share his name, because in 20-30 years, you will all be thinking back to this blog entry, saying. Oh I knew him when...

Enjoy the sneak peak. He is beautiful.

Is this your first baby (not counting your hubby)? Yes

Is motherhood going better or worse than you anticipated? Better

What is the best thing about being a new mom? Having my baby in my arms, its a feeling that I can't explain is magical...

What do you imagine your baby being when he grows up? Soccer Player, Doctor, Politician....

What are you most looking forward to teaching your baby? I can't wait to take my baby for swimming classes....

What is one wish you have for your baby in the future? I wish him all the happiness

Hugs for all involved - Houston Child Photographer

Well, today was a fantastic ending to another Tippy Toes planner. I have been photographing Miss K since she was a newborn, actually before she was born! And she recently turned 1. I can not believe it. Her mommy and I have been friends before our kids were born, and oh how that seems like forever ago.

Here is a short look back at her 3, 6 and 9 month sessions.

But today we met to finish out her sessions with us. And man, it was so worth it. Miss K is so lovey. I received so many hugs from her. I think that was payment enough. :) Thanks again you guys for making the trip out and enjoy the sneak peak. And I will miss seeing you every three months.

What is the age of your child or children? 1

What is the best thing about your child? Her laugh

What do you find most challenging? right now, it's figuring out what a toddler means by her grunts and few words.

Does your child have a favorite stuffed animal? What is it's name? yes, sally the seahorse for the little one.

When do you absolutely just love, love, love your child the most? Quiet moments, silly, etc. When they are loving and like snuggling and being close to us.

What is your child really into right now? she likes listening to us sing songs & trying to sing along.

Is there a game or something you do with them? And what do you do to get them to laugh? She likes twinkle twinkle litte star and if you're happy & you know it. we tickle her or chase her to make her laugh.

If you had to determine a career today for them today, what do you think your child will be? Something outside

When your child grows up and is a teenager that won't listen to you, what is one piece of advise you will give them? Be kind and remember the golden rule

I loved this photo. So telling of the age, with mom in the background.

KSeraSera Maternity Shirts - Houston Maternity Photographer

I was searching around the internet (shopping, don't tell my husband) and I found this shop that has the cutest maternity shirts!

I couldn't pass up telling all of my soon to be mamas about them.

You can find KSeraSera Maternity on Etsy and online. You know it is my favorite store!

Their shirts come with a KSeraSera tag and are also made in a SWEATSHOP FREE environment. Our unique BAMBOO FABRIC is 100% earth friendly. We have designed our shirts with a longer cut, to cover that growing belly through the ENTIRE PREGNANCY. Right until the bitter, puffy end!

I love the one below.

National Photography Month - Houston Photographer

I know you see the monthly listings at your kid's schools or in the newspapers.

It's National Whatever Month!

Well, these always intrege me. Who chooses these? And why do we have so many? And why are some of them so weird? I searched for an hour and still have no idea.

But I did want to let you know that May is National Photography Month and Foster care awareness month. Those are just the ones that are relevant to my studio. There are so many others.

Well, I have some fun links and discounts for you in honor of these great causes.

Digital 1to1 is a neat link put on by Amazon. It will teach you all kinds of things about photography.
DePelchin is a local Children's center that can give you more information on various things including Foster care. You can drop by there if you are in the Woodlands. They have a center on Lakefront.

In honor of National Photography month, book a full session with me and receive a free 8x10. Offer expires June 15th.

If you are or know of any families that foster, have them contact me, I will give them a free sitting fee. :) No expiration on this.

So enjoy this month of May and make it picture perfect! Go out and learn how to use that expensive camera.

Tutu Cute! - Woodlands TX Family Photographer

Do you recognize these beautiful girls? They are previous clients. And so much fun! We met tonight in the steam, and man was it hot. But out in their tutus they did not mind. Running, spinning, laughing. Oh to be that young and innocent again.

I loved the outfits, so fun and colorful. And then the popsicle topped it off. Enjoy the sneak peak. There are tons more where these came from!

What is the age of our child? Ch - 6 almost 7 and Ca - 3

What is the best thing about your child or each of your children? Ch never meets a stranger and Ca will do anything once

When do you absolutely just love, love, love your child the most? Quiet moments, silly, etc. Quiet and cuddly

What is your child really into right now? Zhu zhu pets

Is there a game or something you do with them? And what do you do to get them to laugh? ABC twister, uno and zingo. Going down the road game with Dad and tickle monster with Mom

If you had to determine a career today for them today, what do you think your child will be? Ch would be a vet and Ca is going to be a fashion designer

When your child grows up and is a teenager that won't listen to you, what is one piece of advise you will give them? Always be you....not who someone else wants you to be (Mom) (Dad) Don't get so worked up just have fun and enjoy it because as you get older you will want these days back.

Sisterly love - Woodlands TX Child Photographer

Today two sisters came to see me. Oh, this shoot made me wish two things. 1). that I had a little girl and 2). that I had a sister when I grew up. They were so good together and the bond was already so strong. I can't wait to see this family grow through the years.

Miss B was full of personality and I loved getting to know her a little bit. Miss C had just turned 3 months and was so good! She was the perfect model. And is now part of the Tippy Toes family, so you will be seeing a lot more of her. I loved seeing them together. They were the perfect pair.

Enjoy the sneak peaks!

How old is your baby? 4 months!

Is motherhood going better or worse than you anticipated? Better

What is the best thing about being a new mom? Looking into her big, innocent eyes and knowing that she is totally dependent on me

What do you find most challenging? Balancing the two children with such wide age spans

When was the last time you slept longer than 2 hours? And be honest. Or can you remember? About 4 months ago

What is your favorite thing about your new little one? She is so laid back and always has a smile!!!

Do you have any words of wisdom for other new mom’s to be out there? Take your time and let them grow up slowly. It will go so fast. It seems like yesterday that my 9 year old was the size of my newborn

What do you imagine your baby being when he or she grows up? A loving mother!!!

What are you most looking forward to teaching her or doing with her in the future? We love to play outside so I look forward to exploring the woods, parks,etc. I can't wait to see her expressions as she sees what the world has to offer!

What is one wish you have for your baby in the future? My only wish is that she love Jesus Christ and that she is a reflection of him to others in this world.

What is the age of your child? 9

What is the best thing about your child? Her laugh -- it is contagious!!

What do you find most challenging? Helping her understand that perfection is not always obtainable

When do you absolutely just love, love, love your child the most? Quiet moments, silly, etc. When she is silly -- her funny faces, laugh...it is hard not to join in

What is your child really into right now? Cheerleading

Is there a game or something you do with them? And what do you do to get them to laugh? We love to jump on the trampoline

If you had to determine a career today for them today, what do you think your child will be? Veternarian -- she loves animals and is very kind-hearted

When your child grows up and is a teenager that won't listen to you, what is one piece of advise you will give them? Follow your heart -- the Lord will not lead you astray

Father, daughter Bulldogs - Magnolia Tx Family Photographer

You have probably seen Miss C on the blog before, but never with her dad. I had the pleasure of meeting her father this morning in the not so great weather at the studio. But we managed to squeeze in some great shots of a really neat thing.

So turns out that Miss C and her dad are both Bulldogs. Of course of different schools, different times, but still. They both lettered, in different sports, but still something to bond over. So they brought their letter jackets along for a fun quick photo shoot. Neat huh?

Here are two sneaks for you guys.

Happy Mother's day! - Woodlands TX Baby Photographer

Well, even though Mother's day is coming to an end, I did want to acknowledge it and wish you all a wonderful and well deserved Happy Mother's day.

I have said it before, but I do have the best Moms in the Woodlands. You guys are so patient, kind, loving and most of all FUN! I couldn't ask for better clients.

So on this Mother's day of 2010, I hope that your husbands pampered you, your children gave you tons of kisses and you took some time for yourself. And if you didn't do it today. Here is a secret thing I do. The day after Mother's day, I do all of the things I really wanted to do on Mother's day. It is My day! I take some time for myself, eat what I want, watch my shows, go shopping, etc.

So feel free to take my idea, especially if you didn't get everything you asked for today.

And again, Happy Mother's day! And here are two photos of Caden with his mommy and grandma on Mamma's day!

Lucy in the Sky with Jade - Woodlands TX Child Photographer

A long time ago, Miss J and her mommy came to visit me at the studio. Man, has she grown! She definitely has a personality now and is a ton of fun. She is now 3.75 and is the apple of her mom's eye.

As always, I have interviewed her mom, and we have some great stories about Miss J below. But we also have some fantastic sneakys from this morning. We had a beautiful morning to shoot. We were all alone at our location for about an hour, which was fantastic. C, you are going to love these! There were just too many good ones to post.

What is the best thing about your child or each of your children? Miss J is an exceptional little girl in so many ways! She is extremely kind and gentle, incredibly talented and intelligent, and very well mannered and behaved.

What do you find most challenging? I have a tendency to always try to make her happy, which might be spoiling her a wee bit!

Does your child have a favorite stuffed animal? What is it's name? Jade adores all her stuffies!! She has names for each of them, and they all get to take turns spending the day with her!

When do you absolutely just love, love, love your child the most? Quiet moments, silly, etc. When she's curled up peacefully sleeping, or when she lights up when I get home from work and runs to me, arms outstretched. And most of all when she laughs hysterically at her own silly jokes or sings Lucy in the Sky W/ Diamonds acapello- start to finish

What is your child really into right now? Anything ladybug, cat, pink, ballerina, princess, or fairy related, plus Littlest Pet Shop, Strawberry Shortcake, and My Little Pony. Collecting Music Boxes and Blue Glass Birds.

Is there a game or something you do with them? And what do you do to get them to laugh? We get silly all day every day!! The latest phase is having to talk like kitties all day! Meow Meow!

If you had to determine a career today for them today, what do you think your child will be? Pediatric Surgeon repairing cleft palates in Guatemala

When your child grows up and is a teenager that won't listen to you, what is one piece of advise you will give them? Trust your instincts. (But, hey- she's ALWAYS gonna listen to me!! LOL)

Babies the Documentary - Woodlands TX Baby Photographer

If you were watching the news last night, you probably saw a story on this documentary coming out this weekend. It is called Babies.

I found it really interesting. It is a story following 4 babies through their first year of life. One in the US, one in Toyko, one in Mongolia, Namibia. It talks of children's similarities and differences no matter where you live.

But most of all, it has a lot of cute, cuddly video footage of babies. So I thought all of you might be interested in seeing it. Oh and Caden and I watched this story together and he was glued to the screen. Something about seeing other babies faces.

The closest theatre showing it is the Willowbrook 24 in Tomball. Here is a link to it's show times.

If you go see it, let me know how it is!

Kara

Kept One Eye on Me at All Times - Houston TX Newborn Photographer

If you have been following my blog, you know that I like to think of my clients as part of my family. So I figured, why just post photos of people you don't know anything about. That is just strange. How about I start giving you some information of your new "family" members with your beautiful photos?

We will start with a new addition to the family. Miss S. Born last week. Here is a short interview from her mommy and some sneak peaks from the session.

Is this your first baby (not counting your hubby)? No
Is motherhood going better or worse than you anticipated? Better

What is the best thing about being a new mom? Getting to meet the baby for the first time and introducing her to our 3 year old.
What do you find most challenging? Balancing the needs of everyone in the family.
When was the last time you slept longer than 2 hours? And be honest. Or can you remember? Last night! She sleeps for about 4 hour stretches at night.
What is your favorite thing about them? My favorite thing about my newborn is how she loves to snuggle up with me and sleep on my chest.

Do you have any words of wisdom for other new mom’s to be out there? Relax and enjoy! Things don't need to be perfect, your newborn will love you even if the dishes aren't done or the laundry piles up. Also, try to find humor in everything, even the rough spots. This will help keep you sane. Lastly, remember to take care of yourself. As busy as things can get with a newborn (and perhaps other children in the house), don't forget that mommy needs some TLC, too.
What do you imagine your baby being when he or she grows up? I can't even imagine at this point what she'll be when she grows up.
What are you most looking forward to teaching them or doing with them in the future? I'm looking forward to all the same milestones that we experienced with our first daughter. First solid food, first steps, first words. The joy that she will experience as she explores her world and learns what she is capable of is so fulfilling to me.
What is one wish you have for your baby in the future? My wish for her is that she finds happiness and fulfillment in her life.

I had a great time today meeting this family. I loved the easy going atmosphere in the home. Miss S was just beautiful and I think enjoyed her time in the spotlight. We got a lot of great shots. And it got me out of the Woodlands for the day. Bellaire is beautiful. Thanks again you guys.

April Kute Photo of the Month - Woodlands TX Child Photographer

Another hard month to choose. Every month I think that I have hit the max of photographing all of the cutest kids, but then the next month, here come some more! You momma's really out do yourselves.

I couldn't decide between several this month, but then thinking back on this session, it sold it. It was an easy shoot. Easy kids. Easy everything and then the portraits turned out fantastic. And the best part was that the momma loved them! Actually she really loved them. Even the artsy ones that usually no one ever likes but me. She is even doing a big wall of canvas prints of these in her home! Now all you have to do is tell all your friends about me. :)

So, because I loved the shoot, the kids, the dogs, and the photos. I choose you guys! I choose this photo, as the photo of the month, because of Mr. A's expression. After some coaxing, I got him to loosen up. Somehow talking about his girlfriend did that. And the setting was just beautiful. I took several just breath-taking photos of Mr. A that day. And since he is so close to becoming a teenager, I have to think this may be one of the last kid shoots we might get to do. So I thought his mom might enjoy a big print of him having fun, in the flowers on a sunny morning! Enjoy!


A reminder that this family will receive a free 11x14 print of this image and a gift certificate to use on their next session. Congrats you guys, can't wait to see you guys again!