the Barrys

It started as a fabulous morning. The sun was hot, the air was cold. Me, my coffee and Stone Temple Pilots were on the way to Seguin for the first shoot of the day. Only that shoot turned out to be about 45 minutes OUTSIDE of town. And I got WAY lost on the way. And that put me on a path of destruction for the day. To make matters worse I had no cell service so I was completely panicking. By the time I showed up to the Barry's lake house, where they had been DRESSED UP and WAITING for hours, I wanted to crawl under a hole and die. Or be struck down by lightning. Wondering how possible it could be to will myself to spontaneously combust, I forced myself to drive up to their door. Quickly scanning for snipers and resisting the urge to cry, I was met with what is probably the most gracious family I've ever photographed. Even though they were then late for their own plans that weekend, they rocked out a their session like nobody's business, and were so amazing and understanding. Plus, let's be real. They all look like hired models, so it's not like they could take a bad photo if they tried. Thank you for being so sweet Barry Family. You guys are awesome.

You probably recognize Brent because he used to play for the Spurs, and then the Rockets. And Erin works with the Heart Gallery and the city helping kids in need and doing social work. I know that San Antonio is really glad to have them back!

Monday is my boyfriend.

I still have a bunch more Hot Mama shots to post. Next up is my pretty friend DeAnna. Her eyes are amazing. And she almost makes me want short hair. 

Next, a BIG HUGE THANK YOU to The Kalanadian who sent me a big ol' box of goodies about a week ago. My life has been residing on the outer edge of a hurricane, so it's taken me this long to say that. Shame on me. Even worse, I would not let the kids eat any of the candy until I PHOTOGRAPHED IT FOR THE BLOG. Because I really am that much of a geek. Anyway, some of you might remember The Great Smartie Debates of 2007. This is the follow up, and I have to admit...those feaux smarties were damn good! :)

Candynada

And look what else I got!! There's something about stamps that make me want to use it on every flat surface in my home.

And my favorite magnets ever. In all honesty, it's kind of surreal to be getting a package from The Kal, because I've admired her work for so long. Before I even knew what a blog was, I used to just go to her art site and swoon. Her work is so amazing, but what makes her my favorite is her way with words. She is totally one of a kind.

AND, she even sent a plantable calendar from Botanical Paperworks! It's her design, so of course they look great. But, when you're done, you can PLANT THE PAPER TO GROW FLOWERS. Man, I wish I would have thought of that! Isn't it cute? It comes in a little tin, and then folds out like this.

AND, speaking of CALENDARS! I totally forgot to post this when it came out! I had the privelege of doing family portraits last year for Brent Barry and his beautiful family. I can't show the rest of the shots, but here is the one they chose the Spurs calendar. Thanks Brent and Erin!

Last but not least, and totally changing the subject. I have to show you the cute little note my sister wrote to the kids. She is the cutest Auntie on the planet. But the reason I'm really showing it is because she always says that she's not an artist,  and not creative, and blah blah blah. I think it's time that she changes that stereotype of herself because someone who is not creative,  does not do cute things like this.

And while we're talking about it, I have to say that there's nothing I fidn more weird than when people say they "can't even draw a straight line". Who cares! Who ever saw a straight line that was even half way interesting anyway.

In other news, WE ARE TOTALLY BOOKED UP FOR THE FAMILY BRIGHTON SHOOT. I'm really sorry to all of you who could not get in. It was such a steal, the spots went really quickly. Also, I've gotten a bunch of questions about whether or not I will be doing another one. Unfortunately, the answer is no. This was a once in a lifetime kind of thing.

What I will be doing on a regular basis, are the Hot Mama shoots. There are 5 openings left for the March 15th session. After that, I think the April one will be in San Francisco (that's still tentative). After that, we'll see about a possible May shoot. Also, don't forget to call Chic Mama at 545-7217 if you want to get in on the Kids' Valentine Shoot on February 9th. Phew! That was a lot of information!

bye!!