Pretty Baby Sister

Baby McKenzie is irrestible! The little sister of my daughter's friend is welcome in front of my camera lens anytime...I couldn't stop taking her pictures. I am thrilled to debut my fun new chair & bench--the coloring in McKenzie's skin was the perfect compliment to the colors in these fabrics.

Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

I am thrilled and extrememly blessed to have been interviewed for an article featured in the Saturday Cape Life section of the News-Press! Click here to view: article

Out of the seven photos I submitted, five were featured, and I had no idea which ones they would be until I opened up the newspaper. Three of the five can be seen in the on-line version of Cape Life. I couldn't believe how much coverage they gave me on the front section of Arts & Entertainment! Thank you to Alex, Callee, Tabatha (for Ashlyn), Sam (for Katie & Kinsey), and Alex & Julie for allowing me to use your photos on my blog, website and now the newspaper. Your personal copies will be mailed out on Monday! woo-hoo!

September 28th Mini Session

Thank you for all of your inquiries on my September 28th mini session. It has been filled up. I look forward to offering more mini sessions in 2009! Thanks again!

Lindsay and her Little Black Dress

Ms. Lindsay...the gorgeous! You would never know from these shots that it was ridiculously hot, sticky & humid. When I say humid, I mean I felt like I was swimming. While my hair puffed out to a frizzy oblivian, Linds stayed calm & collected...and allowed me to capture these shots that don't reveal a hint of discomfort. The camera loves her!

Mini Session for 9/28

5:00 - 5:25 **booked
5:30 - 5:55 **booked
6:00 - 6:25

Stay tuned for updates on available time slots, I will update them here. Email me at stacy@mystacymariephoto.com if you would like to reserve a time listed above. Thanks!

The Cobbler's kids have no shoes...

I love the old saying about the Cobbler's kids who have no shoes...perhaps his kids wouldn't let him measure their feet?

Here is what happens when I whip out my camera at home:



So, now there is no wonder as to why I don't have beautifully framed and matted photos covering the walls of my home! The photographer's kids have no pictures. Because they refuse to pose!


So...I resorted to snapping this shot of my freshly painted toenails. I broke down and bought black nail polish because as Dr. Evil would say, "I'm hip, I'm cool."



I wonder if the Cobbler himself had plenty of shoes?

a fun senior template!

courtesy of lch designs, via the pay it forward blog...I LOVE this. It can be made into a card, a print, canvas...the sky is the limit!

Two posts in one day...

...because I have loved this shot since the moment I captured it...and because the owner of those fabulous red shoes said I could...and because I found some new textures that were so fun, I couldn't help myself!

A couple of baby templates...and a Christmas Card!

Here we have two examples of baby announcements...thanks to two fabulous designers who "paid it forward" over at the Pay It Forward blog. Thank you, Jenica at Lemondrops Photography and Lindsay Docherty Photography--I am thrilled to offer these to my clients!
Here is a great announcement that can be used for baby girls or boys.


This annoucement is also available in pink.


A Christmas Card...it's about that time to start booking family sessions with photo cards in mind. Here is an example of a 5x7 card...thanks to LCH Designs for this fabulous template.

Meet Me...at Lover's Key!

The winner is Lover's Key for my next Mini Session.
Thank you to Ms. Diane Brown for the great suggestion--I am thrilled to award you with a mounted 11x14 print from your session.

I now have the 5:30 time slot open on 8/31 due to a cancellation. Contact me if you are interested in booking it!

ps. Happy Birthday, Mom.

If I had another baby...

I would buy all this stuff! When I see great products from fellow small business owners, I get really excited and love to spread the word...so, here is what I am excited about these days:

This birdy onesie is so "me", that I would love a T-shirt version for myself!


I have seen and felt this diaper bag--the stitching is flawless, the canvas is durable and the pattern, well...who can resist polka dots? These are two different bags here, just in case you were wondering. The brown version has polka dot handles!



And now, the onesie that I want to stock up on for baby shower gifts:


To see more adorable baby clothes, accessories, diaper bags, and other creative must-haves for babies, check out Stacey's website--you will get lost in her creativity. She inspires me!

Mini Session Update for 8/31

The mini session time slots for August 31st, 2008 are all booked up. Thank you for your interest and your votes! The location will be announced on Monday, August 18th.

Beautiful Baby

I was so pleased to meet this beautiful baby girl after photographing her mom's belly. She is sweet, tiny and perfect as you can see...

Mini Session Times for August 31st

Cost: $125
Location: TBA--place your vote in the poll to the right!

Time slots:
1. 5:30pm - 5:55pm **booked**
2. 6:00pm - 6:25pm **booked**
3. 6:30pm - 6:55pm **booked**

So glad you found my blog...

Just to clear things up...
my recent email for the next set of mini sessions had an error in the link to my blog...and if you found yourself on a blog about a Stacy Marie other than me, you weren't the only one! I apologize for the confusion and since you are reading this, I guess you found the right place. Phew, that was a sticky situation.

Four boys a beautiful girl...

A few family pictures from one of my recent mini sessions...they were full of laughter and joy that continues to make me smile.

August Special

Please enjoy a 35% discount off of prints for all sessions completed in the month of August!

If you would like to stay up-to-date on my monthly specials, let me know and I will put you on my newsletter mailing list. Email me your email address at: stacy@mystacymariephoto.com.

My favorite treat...

is super simple so I am going to share it with you all!
1. Melt white chocolate chips and spoon onto pretzels.
2. Top with M&Ms (perfect for the holidays because M&Ms have seasonal colors!)
And then...watch out because they are addicting.

Meet Me In The Park - Update

Thank you for all of your inquiries for the "Meet Me In The Park" mini sessions. They are all booked up...but! don't fret! I will offer another block of mini sessions within the next month. I am taking suggestions for the next location. You name it: "Meet Me _________" For the lucky winner, you will receive a free 11x14 mounted print from your session...that is a $45 value, folks! woot! I will conduct a poll and we can all vote on the next location so don't hold back the suggestions, I can't wait to hear from you!

By Request! The Fabulous Butterscotch Coconut Cookies

Butterscotch Coconut Cookies
1 1/3 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups sweetened shredded dried coconut
1 1/2 cups (9 oz) butterscotch chips

Directions:
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together, set aside

In a large bowl, using an electric mixer on high speed, cream the butter until fluffy pale yellow. Add sugar and brown sugar and beat very well. Add the egg and vanilla and beat on low speed until completely blended.

Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix on low speed. Add the coconut and butterscotch chips, mixing or stirring only until blended.

Shape the dough into 1 inch balls or drop by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets (with parchment paper).

Bake the cookies until golden brown around the edges, about 15 minutes. Cook with cooling rack.

Makes about 4 dozen cookies.
Enjoy!!
Recipe from Williams-Sonoma "Cookies" Recipe Book
(here is the picture on more time...they make me want to bake right now!)

Meet Me In The Park *Update* One Time Slot Left

Hi Folks!
The following time slot is still available:

3. 6:30pm - 6:55pm **booked**

If this particular date didn't work out for you but you are interested in a mini session, let me know and I will start a list for my next mini session date--coming at the end of August or mid September.
Thank you!

Class of 2009!

I am booking senior sessions for the class of 2009 and looking for one boy and one girl from each high school that would like to represent me. E-mail me for more information--here is a little taste of what I've been up to with some really fabulous seniors!

Update for Meet Me In The Park

The following time slots are still available:
2. 6:00pm - 6:25pm **booked**
3. 6:30pm - 6:55pm **booked**

Meet Me In The Park!

Introducing Mini Sessions

If the economy has got your budget in a bind but you still want professional portraits, a mini session is a great alternative to a traditional photo session.

Here's The Scoop:
I will be at Koreshan Park on Sunday, August 3rd for three back-to-back mini sessions. The cost of each session is $100.00 and includes twenty-five minutes of shooting time, along with a cd photo disc with 20-25 edited images for you to print, share, etc. Easy enough!

Time slots:
1. 5:30pm - 5:55pm **booked**
2. 6:00pm - 6:25pm **booked**
3. 6:30pm - 6:55pm **booked**

E-mail me at stacy@mystacymariephoto.com
to reserve your time slot. I will keep this blog updated with times that are still available.

I hope to see you there!

Ben, Julie & a Bun In The Oven

Congratulations to Ben and Julie! What fun and laid back parents these two will be. I am so excited for their new little arrival coming in less than one week. I loved how Ben made Julie laugh during our session and the candid moments I was able to capture because of his sense of humor. They were candid photo pros!