{ tis the season....}

I know most have barely considered Halloween, Thanksgiving really seems so far away and Christmas, ha...not even given it any thought yet have you???? Well, I have my first Christmas card of the season complete ( enjoy the sneak peek Anissa!) !!! I know it's early, but as so many of our clients know, these cards are POPULAR!!! You have to get your orders in early, so put on a little Christmas diddy, warm up a mug of cocoa and call us to schedule your Christmas session ASAP!

{ your day. your memories. our registry. }

just engaged? We look forward to helping you create the wedding album of your dreams.

newly expecting? We will capture this wonderous experience and life changing journey.

Portraits by Kimberly is now offering a gift registry. Loved ones will want to celebrate these exciting times in your life and our registry will offer them the opportunity to give you a priceless gift, albums and portraits to record your new journey, every step of the way. Contact the studio for more details.....

{ your day. your memories. our registry. }

{ from trash to treasure }

These well worn chairs have become studio favorites!

But we need something "new"

"One man's trash is another man's treasure." Whoever said that surely had us in mind! Do you have a chair tucked away in the attic that you aren't sure what to do with or maybe a couch from Grandma that you are just dying to replace? Have you ever wondered WHO in the world would want it? WE DO!!! ~ that's who! Kimberly is looking for old furniture with lots of "charm" and "character" (in other words we don't mind nicks, scratches, faded floral fabric and just the "lived in" look!) ~ just snap a picture of it and send it to us, either e-mail, kimberly@kimberlysphotos.com or drop it by the studio, 42 W. Canal St, Wabash ~ 46992. If we decide to take it off your hands you will receive a complimentary session and an 8x10. We will even come and haul the old thing AWAY!!

Start snapping those pics, we can't wait to see what great "finds" you have stashed away in your attics and garages!

P.S. ~ check out my new super cutie!

How could I NOT take her home?

Tate calls her "Puppa" but I think we will name her Izzy,

or Emma, or Macy.....hmmm this is going to take some thought!

{fyi}

The things we will do to get noticed....

We are going through some CHANGES around here.....where to begin....



First the most obvious, the studio exterior. We had a "LITTLE" issue with bricks not wanting to stay in their place. Kimberly quickly got that situation squared away, but I still duck and cover when I am going in the front door!



The next change, (I am EXCITED about this one) we are presenting slide shows!!!! No more 4x5 proofs my friends! Shocking isn't it.......Now, I know we have some clients who have a love affair with proofs and think they cannot possibly live without them, and you may be a TAD bit leerly ~ but give they slideshow a try, I don't think you will be disappointed! Just imagine it, go ahead close your eyes, your snuggled on a comfy couch with your family and friends and up pops the most breathtaking images of you loved one, set to music & projected on a big screen. I am telling you there have been many tears shed at these viewings. It's wow! (Oh, and you can still ORDER your beloved proofs!)



Now, lastly and possibly the biggest, I am not sure if you have noticed, but Kimberly's style has changed. No not changed, that's not the right word, it has GROWN, BLOSSOMED, MATURED, I think what I am tryin to say is.......she's better than ever!!!! I call her a "Lifestyle" photographer because she is capturing the spirit, the individuality of each client in ways that ASTONISHES me and their loved ones! Don't get me wrong she has always been an incredible photographer, but lately she is blowing me away! Personalities are popping in these slideshows and prints. So if you haven't been here in a while stop by and see some samples of her work, maybe catch one of our slideshows have a few cookies and coffee and see what we have been up to! AND....there are even more great things to come in the future....keep watch and tell your friends, the excitement around here is contagious!!

CHECK THIS OUT!!!! ~ Just push play!

Oh, my gosh!!!! I got a slideshow on the blog!!!!

{ fresh faces needed.....}

Engaged or know anyone who is engaged? We are looking for engaged couples, who LOVE to have fun, be FUNKY and think outside the box, and who just happen to not mind cheesing it up for the camera. Kimberly has some great ideas for couples and we need a few willing participants to experiment on.....er, I mean to MODEL for us.

Heads up Indy, Ft. Wayne, South Bend and Carmel brides, WE WILL TRAVEL!!!!!!

If you are interested or know someone who would be, e-mail us or call the studio, 260.563.7828 and we can discuss details........ like the who, the when, the where, waving the session fee and who is buying the coffee.....

{ My Tate-o turned two!!!!! }

Mia soaking up some rays before cake time...

Spidey cake....yum!

Tate, taking time out from unwrapping to

try out a new toy...

Aunt Katie & Uncle Matt enjoying the festivities.
Two of Tate's Mommy's super fabulous friends.

It's all about us, right girls????

After party sugar crash....

What an exciting weekend for my little man. He celebrated his second birthday in grand style with the help of family, friends and his favorite web-slinging hero. It was a Spider-Man theme, Mommy tried to talk him into a fun Pirate party, but it was a no go. He is a Spidey fan through and through!

The kids had a GREAT time ...splashing, water balloons, sidewalk chalk, fire hose sprinklers pinatas, and Uncle Mattie played a game of 500 with the big boys~don't ask...I think he made it up! And of course all of Tate's favorite snacks! Spicey Spidey Salsa, Green Goblin Guacamole, fruit and fruit dip, Muffaletta on a stick, Taylor's gigantic, YUMMY decorated cookies, (Spiders & spiderwebs of course!) a spidey cake, and an ice cream bar complete with waffle bowls, sprinkle, hot fudge, caramel, nuts, mini chocolate chips whip cream and cherries. Yumm-o!

It was fun, but in true Elizabeth style, the party couldn't go without a hitch. We had one mishap. Slippery, little Jon, fresh out of the pool, wriggled out of his mother's protective arms and bonked his head on the cement. It was TRAUMATIC, at least for the grown-ups. Kim was clutching him tight, with tears streaming, I ran for my sister Katie, (she is a nurse and mother and has plenty of experience with head trauma). We were grabbing towels, ice packs and green goop to smear on his head, Jon on the other hand......he shed a few tears and was back to play with the kids! .......to much excitement for me! Next year......something simple.....

A great big HUG & KISS to everyone who helped us celebrate and a thank you for all the gifts. We so appreciate your love and kindness to our little family....