Erin Ivie Photography...The Blog

Nicole { Evansville, In Headshot Photographer }

2010-03-27T13:06:00.004-05:00

Beautiful Nicole is a local actress and singer who needed new headshots for auditions in NYC. Isn't that exciting!

So fun and cute!

What I've Been Up To { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Photographer }

2010-03-27T12:53:00.003-05:00

Spring is here - that means business is in full bloom! Here's a bit of what I've been up to lately.

Sweet new Waylon, just days old...

The Davids' Family - Dad when overseas with the military the day after our shoot. : (

And Big Boy Maddox, who is two!

Busy times! So fun!

Caroline is Three { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Child Photographer }

2010-03-07T21:53:00.002-06:00

My sweet niece Caroline. Love her!

Big sister Madelyn with a quick pose, too.

Aren't they pretty?

Tyson { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky / Owensboro, Ky Newborn Photographer }

2010-02-02T21:58:00.003-06:00

Ohhh, all the sweet baby boy goodness.

Maggie is One {Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky / Owensboro, Ky Baby Photographer }

2010-01-31T15:05:00.002-06:00

Here was Sweet Maggie when I first met her months ago...

And here's Miss M today!

She's a big girl now!

Mary Kate is Great { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Children Photographer }

2010-01-18T23:09:00.004-06:00

Mary Kate has been around the blog for all of her two whole years! In fact, I've literally been photographing MK since the moment she was born. We are pretty good friends these days!

She loves Elmo, M&M's and playing outside. Two year olds are so fun!

Briley B { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Infant / Family Photographer }

2010-01-18T22:48:00.005-06:00

Remember Briley? Here he was just six short months ago...

And here's this happy boy now! It must be great to be Briley! He smiles ALL.THE.TIME! His Mommy and Daddy must be doing something right!

Managed to catch a few sweet serious faces...two of just a few! He really is just a happy boy!

He's making you smile, isn't he? Love that boy!

Anna Lynn { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky / Newborn Photographer }

2010-01-13T21:49:00.006-06:00

Got to spend the afternoon with Sweet Anna today. She was a little dolly and let me try all kind of fun little poses. I have so many favorites, I couldn't pick just a few!

Isn't she sweet??

Delainey { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Newborn Photographer }

2010-01-09T20:14:00.004-06:00

Getting back into the swings of things after taking my holiday break. Sweet Delainey was a sweet start to 2010!

Caitlyn, Class of 2010 { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Senior Picture Photographer }

2009-12-29T01:09:00.003-06:00

Getting back into the swing of posting! Thought I'd share a few from my last High School senior session of 2009. Here's Caitlyn! She's gorgeous, funny and super smart - Memorial High is lucky to have her!

Had a ball with her and her friends one Saturday afternoon in November. SO many fun, pretty girls.

Hello...Um...Testing, one two three...Is this thing on? { Henderson, Ky - Evansville, In Photographer }

2009-12-19T21:44:00.003-06:00

Sigh. I know, I know. My poor neglected little blog. It seems it's fallen victim to Facebook these past few months and has not gotten any attention.

It's surely not because I've had nothing to blog about. On the contrary! In fact, I've been super dooper busy with lots of amazing clients! I've fallen into a routine of posting sneak peeks on Facebook, however.

I'll try my best to do better. Promise.

Want to see a few shots from this past season's sessions? You do? K.

Thanks for hanging in there with me! I promise I'll pay more attention to you, cute little blog.

Little Man Ashton {Henderson, Ky Children's Photographer }

2009-08-20T17:11:00.004-05:00

Meet Mr Ashton. We met one Saturday Morning for a session - so happy and sweet he was!

He loves his Mommy LOTS.

Recent Seniors { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky / Owensboro, Ky Senior Picture Photographer }

2009-08-20T16:56:00.006-05:00

Busy Busy Busy! Thought I'd update the ol' blog with some recent work. Lots of great high school seniors this summer!

Here's Sara from Henderson County-

Michael from Apollo in Owensboro -

Another County senior Joseph -

And Jenna from Owensboro Catholic-

Shew! Lots and lots! So much fun!

Kenlee is One

2009-07-29T22:24:00.004-05:00

From this...

To this...

Happy Birthday Pretty Girl!

Babies, Babies, Babies! {Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Newborn Photographer }

2009-07-26T23:58:00.005-05:00

A new nephew.

And a new cousin.

Lots of sweetness.

Jennifer and Nick {Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Engagement Photographer }

2009-07-26T23:50:00.004-05:00

Lovebirds for sure! These two not only love eachother, but really like and enjoy eachother, too. They are silly and playful and make you feel silly and fun, too.

They will become Man and Wife this year.

A perfect fit.

Working Hard! { Henderson, Ky / Evansville, In Photographer }

2009-07-26T23:40:00.005-05:00

Jeannie and Rick are going to be Man and Wife next year. So fun and sweet and in love, those two.

And Elizabeth is getting ready to be a Senior at County - such a beauty.

Garrett, Apollo High School, Class of 2010 {Henderson, Ky / Owensboro, Ky / Evansville, In Senior Photographer }

2009-07-16T17:44:00.003-05:00

For someone who is usually working hard and getting dirty, he sure was a natural in front of the camera.

He might have actually enjoyed himself a little...but we'll keep it a secret, won't we?

Catching Up Again {Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Engagement & Family Photographer }

2009-07-16T17:27:00.006-05:00

Wow, I've gotten behind on posting! Been the busiest June - July ever! Thought I'd catch up a bit. Recent sessions include babies, families, couples, seniors...all kinds of great stuff! How about a few...

Libby and Randy are getting married this fall. They've been together for years and yet she still looks at him like she just fell in love.

Next is Lori and her boys.

Swoon!

More is a bit.

Sasha and Paige { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky / Owensboro, Ky Senior Photographer }

2009-06-18T23:21:00.006-05:00

Senior Portraits are in full swing! These two gorgeous seniors braved the 500 degree (okay, maybe not 500 degrees, but it was pretty dang hot) weather to have their sessions this week. Despite the heat, they both looked cool and beautiful.

Henderson County senior Sasha -

Apollo High senior Paige -

Fun!

Playing Catch Up {Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Photographer }

2009-06-14T14:12:00.005-05:00

What a busy time! Thought I'd share what I've been up to!

Caroline's Mommy is going to have a baby sister for her soon...

Isabelle looked Summertime sweet in white...

And Maci, a beautiful high school senior all fresh from the beach...

Lots more sessions coming up! Yay for summer!

Jay and Ali { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Child Photographer }

2009-05-15T22:55:00.005-05:00

Got to do some playin' and singin' and pretendin' with brother and sister Jay and Ali - Jay with his dimples and Ali with her sweet wispy hair.

It was a good day.

One Pretty Day, Two Pretty Girls { Henderson, Ky / Evansville, In Baby Photographer }

2009-05-12T22:13:00.006-05:00

Two different sessions on this gorgeous day - First was one year old Harper with the expressive face and beautiful curls

Later that afternoon was two year old Kaedence with the beautiful baby browns and little turned up mouth.

Both are so happy and fun. So glad I got to meet them.

Getting to be Old Friends { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Children's Photographer }

2009-04-23T21:35:00.008-05:00

These little ones and I are old buddies, so we had fun being silly today playing out in the grass.

Bare feet, fresh warm air and dandelions ~

Perfection.

Camber { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Baby Photographer }

2009-04-23T00:13:00.002-05:00

Pretty Camber is going to be one in a few weeks, so we got to get out and enjoy the beautiful day.

Happy Birthday Big Girl!

Baby Parts { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Newborn Photographer }

2009-04-16T21:37:00.004-05:00

A chubby belly...

Sweet little fingers...

Tiny feet...

Make up a pretty little baby girl.

Sweetness.

Julianna & Owen { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Children's Photographer }

2009-04-09T14:43:00.009-05:00

No trouble getting happy faces from these two! Both were as happy and fun as could be.

And cute. Oh so very cute.

~E

Sparkly Kenlee { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Infant Photographer }

2009-04-04T13:53:00.003-05:00

Sparkly is the word that came to mind as I was looking over her images from today. Her eyes and smile seem to pick every speck of light in the room.

She makes you smile, doesn't she?

Baby Claire { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Newborn Photographer }

2009-04-03T17:57:00.008-05:00

...a little child, born yesterday,

A thing on mother's milk and kisses fed...

~"Hymn to Mercury"

Oh, the sweetness. Is there anything better?

Nope.

Lauren Paige { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Children Photographer }

2009-04-01T22:36:00.003-05:00

What a glorious weather today - Come On Spring! We are ready for ya!

This pretty two year old and I got to play outside for a bit. She was not short of smiles, especially when Mommy was singing and Meme was tickling.

Here are some favorites from today - isn't she wonderful?

It's That Time Again! { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky High School Senior Photographer }

2009-03-30T23:52:00.003-05:00

Ready... { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Maternity Photographer }

2009-03-20T22:19:00.005-05:00

...to be born. Her family gets to meet her in a matter of days.

"If one feels the need of something grand, something infinite, something that makes one feel aware of God, one need not go far to find it." -Vincent van Gogh

Sweet Maggie {Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Baby Photographer }

2009-03-01T13:52:00.003-06:00

Meet Maggie - my first new Baby Plan baby of 2009. She's so sweet and smiley - and I'm excited to get to watch her grow over the upcoming months.

Get used to seeing this pretty girl - she'll be around for a while!

Until next time

Lots of Little Ladies { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Children Photographer }

2009-02-27T19:55:00.006-06:00

Scouted a cool new location yesterday with a bunch a pretty little five year old girls all dressed up for some fun.

And fun they surely had...their laughs were contagious!

Does it look like something your little girl would love? Give me a call and schedule a session! Don't worry if you don't have the fun dress up attire - I'll hook you up!

Snuck a few of the baby brothers and sisters...they put up with us crazy mommies and crazy little girls.

Until next time

Maddox { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Newborn - Children Photographer }

2009-02-22T01:15:00.009-06:00

Another one of my Baby Plan little ones is turning one - this time it's Maddox's turn! I remember him being the most alert little three month old I'd ever met, and I loved that I was going to get to visit with him every few months!

And look - he's already a Big Boy getting ready to turn one! How is it so? Already??

Happy Birthday, Buddy!

Until next time
~E

Ben and Brennah { Evansville , In / Henderson, Ky Newborn - Children Photographer }

2009-02-15T01:38:00.005-06:00

So many of my littlest clients aren't so little anymore! When I first met them, they were little infants ~ now they are one year old speed demons who run simply because they can.

In the blink of an eye, Baby Ben and Baby Brennah went from this...

...to this...

What a difference a year makes!

Until next time

She's Two { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Children's Photographer }

2009-02-01T21:05:00.004-06:00

My sweet niece Caroline from today - her smile makes you smile, too. She's contagious!

Until next time
~E

A Photo Essay

2009-01-20T20:04:00.007-06:00

Two Bakers and a Birthday Cake

Featuring Katie and Rachel (who is five today!)

Please note - Rachel is in pj's for this entire entry...it was her birthday and she could wear whatever she wanted. : ) You will notice some wardrobe changes throughout, however.

Two little bakers all ready to get to work. They sure do look the part, don't they?

Mixing...

Tasting...

All ready for the oven...

Wardrobe change #1...realizing that she got batter on her sleeves, she insisted on getting rid of the shirt altogether. Lends a new meaning to the term Naked Chef, doesn't it?

Short break while cake baked and two little girls took a shower.

All done. And all clean. : )

Wardrobe change #2...Rachel is in her HCHS shirt for pj's now. And Katie has assumed the role of Naked Chef.

Working hard at frosting.

And waiting her turn.

Then Mom got out a second knife so they could both go at it.

Almost done...just adding the sprinkles.

Time for candles and singing!

All three ready to dig in.

So Chef, what's the verdict? Any good?

Yup, it was a delicious masterpiece fit for a five year old princess.

The End.

Sleepover

2009-01-18T20:11:00.005-06:00

Just some cute snaps of my Rachel and her cousin Madelyn from tonight. The big kids are sleeping over at friends, and these two have the place to themselves.

This evening they played, ate mac & cheese and grapes at Denny's, had hot fudge sundaes from Dairy Queen, and came home and played some more.

And of course, have now retired to the Big Chair for some Noggin before bed.

A bunch of five year old fun.

Until next time

365 Days { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Children's Photographer }

2009-01-16T20:58:00.008-06:00

That's how long it took for her to go from this...

...to this.

Have I mentioned lately that I love my job? : )

Until next time

Ethan & Eli { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Newborn Photographer }

2009-01-15T23:48:00.004-06:00

Sweet little twin Bubs. I'd be willing to bet there are going to be lots of pictures of them like this one in the years to come. Best Buddies forever.

I would have taken them home with me, but I think their Mommy & Daddy would have fussed a bit about that.

And just for fun - I always say I should snap pics of some of what goes into the perfect shot...for these guys it was my trusty hair dryer. Are we genius or what??

Perfect shot...

Shot of Mom keeping them happy for the perfect shot...

{grin}

Until next time
~E

Daniel { Evansville, In / Henderson, Ky Photographer }

2009-01-12T17:20:00.002-06:00

What a fun little boy Daniel is! He's silly, smart & cute as can be. We ran...sang a little...ran some more...well, you get the idea.

As two years old as two can be. What could be more fun than that??

Until next time
~E

Caroline { Henderson Ky / Evansville In Photographer }

2009-01-03T19:25:00.002-06:00

Miss Caroline was 2009's first shoot, and wouldn't you know it...we got rained out! The clouds were just too dark, so we decided to try again another time.

I DID manage to catch a couple of goodies before we called it a day. Look at those Baby Browns!

Until next time

Look Back and Remember - { Henderson Ky / Evansville In Photographer }

2008-12-26T23:43:00.005-06:00

Turn on your speakers and enjoy. If it acts up, just give it a second or two and try it again.

If it REEEEALLY acts up, try this link http://eriniviephotography.com/recap08/recap08flash.html

Peace,

Christmas Cookies

2008-12-21T18:56:00.004-06:00

Quick snapshots of the annual event!

Cameron with his UK themed cookies -

Katie with Brother and Sister kids -

And Rachel with her fro and head to toe icing. Oh, and a few cookies.

Yum!

Until Next time

Christmas at Maddox's House

2008-11-29T18:16:00.003-06:00

And it will be his first! I love going to his house because it's always dressed up for the season - and so is he!

A few cute ones from today -

And one of my favorite baby faces...that I will admit that I snap for my own enjoyment. I adore this expression. Couldn't you stare at that face all day?

Until next time

PS - Don't forget my Blog contest! Only a few more weeks to get your entry in!

http://eriniviephoto.blogspot.com/2008/11/gonna-throw-my-love-around.html

Four Months Old

2008-11-19T15:26:00.003-06:00

Sweet Kenlee is no stranger to my blog -

Here she is still in her Mommy and then at a few days old...

http://eriniviephoto.blogspot.com/2008/07/six-days-old.html

Today she's a smiling sweetheart who seemed to love the camera. She was so fun and easy!

Look at those sparkling eyes.

Such an angel.

Until next time

Gonna Throw My Love Around

2008-11-15T16:04:00.006-06:00

In the words of Jon McLaughlin http://www6.islandrecords.com/site/artist_home.php?artist_id=596 , I've decided to "Throw my love around" this holiday season with a little contest. Tis better to give than to receive, right? Well with this contest, you and I both are doing the giving!

I am inviting you to nominate a family in the Evansville/Henderson area for a FREE session with Erin Ivie Photography! Here’s how you get involved- send me an email to erin@eriniviephotography.com telling me who you’d like to nominate and why by December 15th. Fill me in - maybe the economy isn’t treating them so nice, they finally had the baby they hoped for so long, or they just make you smile bigger than anyone else you know- the reason is up to you! Reach into your heart and tell me why they deserve such a thoughtful and fun gift this holiday season. And guess what? If your story moves me to pick it as the winner, you will have the fun role of telling the winner they will receive a session this Spring! - including a brag book with every image and an 8x10 print.

Can't wait to hear your stories!

Ho Ho Ho!

Backyard Jungle and Pastel Baby

2008-11-14T20:42:00.004-06:00

Two sessions today.

First was with Travis, who let me hang out with him while he did all sorts of boy things.

He walked through the jungle and climbed a tree...all in his backyard.

Lucky boy!

Then Baby Brennah who was soft and pink and sweet. She played with a flower and laughed at Sissy.

So pretty.

Until next time

T and T

2008-11-13T20:12:00.003-06:00

He is four and fast and funny -

So is he -

Thank Goodness they have different booboos on their faces or there would have been NO way for me to tell them apart. Identical twins are tricky!

But if you sit back and wait for JUST the right moment, you can catch a bit of their magic.

Until tomorrow

"O Lovely Eyes Of Azure"

2008-11-10T22:39:00.002-06:00

"Clear as the waters of a brook that run,

Limpid and laughing in the summer sun."

~Longfellow

Madde's blue eyes aren't the only beautiful thing about her, but they sure can stop you in your tracks. She's this season's last senior, and even though it was a little chilly and cloudy, she stuck it out and looked amazing.

You said "Wow" when you saw her eyes, didn't you?

I know. Me, too. Simply Beautiful.

Until tomorrow

What We Must Go Through...

2008-11-09T21:20:00.003-06:00

...to go from this

to this...

THAT is what I need a picture of. A shot of Grandpa wearing a pink cowgirl hat (with a tiara attached) shaking a maraca singing a song that we make up as we go along about 'Shaking'. Now that would make a good wall portrait, don't you think?

Anything to get the baby to smile, I suppose. Plus, it's kind of fun. : )

Until tomorrow

Some Recents

2008-11-09T00:12:00.003-06:00

Well, we are into the full swing of the busy season, and luckly we are still being blessed with great weather! Got to love the Evansville weather - Sometimes there is snow by now. Sometimes (like last week!) we are still in tshirts.

Just a few shots from some recent sessions -

Baby Ben's One year session -

Olivia posing for Christmas card images -

Beautiful family session -

And even my own little twerps and two of their cousins -

All in all a nice mix of fun stuff! And there will be plenty more to come.

More tomorrow

All Kinds of Sneak Peeks

2008-11-02T22:02:00.006-06:00

Wow am I behind on updates and sneak peeks! Let's make up for that with some images from recent sessions - all with the beautiful Fall colors as our backdrop.

First - a fun session with three brothers and their cousin. A pre-schooler, a couple of toddlers and a newborn! You better believe there was alot of silliness going on...and that was from the adults!

It sure paid off!

Next is a family - Baby Brother (who is becoming quite a star on my blog!) Big Sister and Mom and Dad.

Baby Ben is up and running these days!

And how about a beautiful young couple at the beginning of their journey together. They will become Man and Wife next May.

Beautiful.

Pretty great, huh?

More soon

Boy, Girl, Girl, Boy

2008-10-26T22:48:00.003-05:00

That's the order these sweeties joined their family.

There's something special about all of them...but there is something extra special about the girls...can you figure out what it is?

Yup, two for the price of one. (grin)

It was a bit chilly this morning for our session, but all four braved the chill and were as good as can be.

Sweet sweet sweet.

Until next time

Jennifer Ann ~ Senior 09

2008-10-26T21:52:00.004-05:00

She's funny, smart, artsy...has great hair, nice long legs... : ) All the important stuff, right?

It was THE MOST gorgeous day today. Jennifer and I spent the day going to some of her favorite spots and snapping some pictures. It couldn't have been more perfect.

Here are a few sneaks for Jennifer and her family. I hope you had fun, Jen!

More very soon

Logan - All Seven and a Half Years of Him

2008-10-25T16:04:00.004-05:00

I've known of Logan ever since he and my Katie were brand new babies. And even though he and his mom life about two hours away, they joined us for a gorgeous fall day in the park.

Got to love his dimples. I'm a sucker for dimples, you know.

I think he and his mom got the hang of my 'No Face' pretty well...I think these are keepers for sure.

Until tomorrow

Fall Break at the Beach

2008-10-24T17:23:00.008-05:00

Yes, so fall break was weeks ago and I'm just now posting pics. Better late than never I always say.

Seems as though I've been saying that alot lately. But I digress...

Anyway! So we spent the week in Gulf Shores, Alabama. October is an amazing time of the year to head down there. It's still warm enough to get in the water but not 500 degrees like in the summer.

Okay, so it's not really 500 degrees there in the summer. But you get my drift.

It was a very low key vacation. Beach, ferry, food and outlet mall. (My fave was the latter, of course)

It was a good time.

Until next time

~E

Curly Girl

2008-10-21T21:02:00.005-05:00

They don't come more All American and fresh faced than Allie. It's almost as if she sparkles. Happy and sweet spill out from her, and her mood and spirit are contagious.

What a great way to spend a gorgeous fall day.

Until next time
~E

Still Newlyweds After Ten Years

2008-10-18T21:23:00.003-05:00

Can I just say that I LOVE when Mom and Dad are willing to let me steal shots of them alone? I'm thinking of making it a requirement. (grin)

Even after ten years and three children, this couple is still silly in love. Swoon!

Oh yeah...they make gorgeous kiddos, too...

...who are also a little silly.

Until next time
~E

Little Mac

2008-10-17T14:17:00.003-05:00

I'm sooooo very behind on blogging after last week's vacation with the family! Couldn't wait to get these up, though...

Sweet Mac smiles all the time. And look at his amazing eyes! Wowzers!

He was a brave little pumpkin for letting me take him outside despite the chill in the air. Hope you are all thawed out now, Buddy!

Until next time...which should be soon...

~E

Lovey Dovey

2008-10-05T22:46:00.004-05:00

Spent the afternoon with an old friend and her love today and had the best time. So yes, we got nibbled on by a few bugs and sat on the ground alongside goose droppings...but Beauty is Pain, as I always say. Anything to get the shot.

I think they went home a little dirty and a lot happy.

I know I did.

Until next time,

Princess Hannah

2008-09-28T23:43:00.005-05:00

She's got it all - brains, looks and personality. Her list of achievements is a mile long, and it's safe to say that Hannah is taking advantage of everything High School has to offer. She's got awesome grades, is the captain of her cheerleading squad AND was just crowned Homecoming Princess.

She gives teenagers a good name.

Until next time
~E

Landon

2008-09-21T20:27:00.005-05:00

This is Landon. He's two. At least his parents tell me he's two. He looks two...speaks with a sweet baby sounding voice like he's two...but wow does he talk big. Smart, polite and so totally cute.

And silly.

He likes helicoptors, eating Smarties and hunting for sticks. Could do without worms and baby frogs, unless Daddy is nearby. Oh, and as long as he doesn't have to touch them.

Yup. He's two.

Until next time

~E

The Race for the Cure

2008-09-21T14:33:00.006-05:00

Just a few snaps from this morning's race - it's was cloudy but wonderful. Cool temps and a light drizzle now and then. And lots of sights to be seen.

Our Runners - My Husband and brother-in-law-

The cheering section minus Katie - yes, I know Rachel (AKA Grouch) didn't look much like a cheerleader.

The nieces -

BIL Sam getting his 30 seconds of fame on News 25-

Then off to Steak and Shake for our annual 'Lunch for the Cure'.

A good day.

Until Later

The City Mouse and the Country Mouse...

2008-09-18T00:58:00.004-05:00

...or Mice, should I say

Yes, I'm the City Mouse, but I'm sure learning that I could very easily be a country girl. So quiet and peaceful with plenty of wide open space. I really love it.

These kiddos are lucky enough to live out in the county on a big beautiful farm, complete with everything you'd hope for.

It was a beautiful evening spent with great company and beautiful children.

Until next time

~E

Family

2008-09-12T22:07:00.004-05:00

You don't choose your family. They are God's gift to you, as you are to them. ~Desmond Tutu

Sure, I can pose people for a photo. But what I CAN'T do is convey emotions that aren't already there...

...that's something I've just learned to be patient and wait for.

Until next time
~E

We Interrupt Your Regular Programming...

2008-09-09T12:34:00.004-05:00

...for a little bit of fun. And there won't even be one single picture in this post! Can you believe that?

I saw this on another photographer's blog while I was gawking around admiring her work the other day & thought I'd give it a-go, too.

I

I AM...almost 36.
I WANT...someone to clean my house & do the laundry.
I HAVE...a busy month ahead of me.
I KEEP...putting off unpacking from my trip last week.
I WISH I COULD...find the balance I really long for.
I HATE...how cluttered our little house feels these days.
I FEAR...mice.
I HEAR...Nick Jr on the television that I'm getting ready to turn off. Rachel will not be pleased.
I DON'T THINK...McCain will be president. Thank Goodness.
I REGRET...a few things here and there, but I believe where we've been makes us who we are.
I LOVE...pulling off of the side of the road & seeing this...

I AM NOT...out of my PJ's even though it's almost 1pm.
I DANCE...in the livingroom with the kids all the time.
I SING...constantly. I'm not kidding...ALL the time. Ask my friends - I think it drives them crazy.
I NEVER...get places early anymore.
I RARELY...get to bed before 1am.
I CRY WHEN I WATCH...the series finale of Roseanne, the episode of Grey's when Denny dies, The Bridges of Madison County...babies being born...lately when I'm frustrated.
I AM NOT ALWAYS...as together as I wish I could be. Okay, I'm NEVER.
I HATE THAT...the polish is chipping off of my fingernails. Means I'll have to take it off, I guess.
I'M CONFUSED ABOUT...why I can't seem to keep up with the laundry in this house.
I NEED...to get to work.
I SHOULD...get to work.
I HOPE...that no one rings the doorbell while I'm still in my PJ's.

Okay, so I lied. There was one pic in this post.

Until next time
~E

Matt

2008-09-08T21:51:00.004-05:00

Man oh man was I having a bummer of a day today. Everything that could go wrong did. I'll spare you my griping...just take my word on it.

But this afternoon's session brought me back to life. It reminded me that I really dig what I'm doing and that I'm so lucky to be able to do it.

This is Matt. He's a Senior. Kinda cute, too.

Thanks, Matt. It was fun hanging out with you and you really made my day.

Until next time
~E

Observations From an Airport

2008-09-07T13:27:00.004-05:00

I am a watcher - an observer. Always have been, but even more so now. I find myself studying people wherever I am...wondering where they come from and who they are. I study their faces - their eyes - they way they move & interact with those around them. It's amazing what you can see when you really stop and look.

Spend some time in the airport of a large city like Denver, and it's a feast for the senses. Languages you've never heard before...every cliché you've ever thought of...every color under the rainbow...irony left and right...stereotypes and social 'norms' as far as the eye can see.

And people. Lots and lots and lots of people.

My kinda place.

I spent time in the Denver area earlier in the week, and found myself in the airport Friday afternoon waiting on my flight home. First things first, though...Denver is glorious. Simply put, if there is a Heaven then it looks like the foothills of Denver and the mountains that surround it. Nowhere else can there possibly be bluer skies and clearer air.

Get there at your first opportunity. You must.

So. Back to reality and all that is a major metro airport. There are interesting sights everywhere you look...
Business men in suits who never once look up from their laptops
Moms wearing babies on their chests pushing strollers
University football team members in Dockers and ties with their fauxhawks
Priests wearing their collar with a backpack slung over their shoulders
Groups of nuns dressed head to toe in white giggling to each other, with Ipod earbuds in their ears
Same sex couples holding hands sharing icecream cones

And that was just in about 10 minutes. Fascinating. Everyone is so similar and yet so different....

Now, you didn't think I'd go all the way to Colorado and NOT snap a few pictures, did you?

See, glorious. I think I found my new favorite place.

Until next time
~E

Something New and Different

2008-08-28T17:24:00.006-05:00

Okay, so....it's true that I specialize in children and family portrature. But isn't it fun to step out of your comfort zone once and a while?

That's just what I did with a friend who wanted a boudoir photo session. Really, so fun to step outside of my 'normal' and try some more artistic photography. It was all about shadows, light, extreme angles...all kinds of things that I was really interested in.

Now, this is a family show, so don't worry...these are suitable for public viewing. (grin) Granted, they aren't images of sparkly eyed children, but are so beautiful.

She's making a fine art book for her husband's birthday with her images...is he the luckiest guy ever?

Until next time

Almost Five

2008-08-26T22:02:00.006-05:00

My sweet niece Madelyn is almost five.

I remember so well the day she was born, as I myself was just four months away from having our third and last baby. I just knew that Madelyn and Rachel would be great friends. And now five years later, no matter how long it's been that they've seen eachother, they pick right back up where they left off and away they go.

Little girls are great like that.

Until next time

Lexi-Lou With Eyes So Blue

2008-08-22T20:44:00.010-05:00

Just like her pretty cousin Mary Kate - http://eriniviephoto.blogspot.com/2008/08/i-think-she-liked-me-better-this-time.html - she's another sweetheart who I've been photographing since she was born. They are family, though...I get first dibs!

I could make a whole album of outakes with all the silly faces she made for me...

But with a bit of patience, a little luck and four little girls standing behind me acting silly, I captured a bit of magic, too.

So fun!

Until next time

Brennah is Six Months Old

2008-08-16T13:42:00.005-05:00

This morning's session was with another little one on my Baby Plan, and we had THE most beautiful day. I realized as I was leaving that besides her hospital portrait, I'm the only photographer to have taken pictures of Brennah...and I swear I almost teared up! How special that I get to document her life for her mom and dad, and what an important job I have.

While I was there I managed to grab a few shots of Brennah's big brother and sister, who I've also photographed before. They are old pros at my 'No Smile' face that I'm always trying to get out of little ones.

See, I'm retraining the Tri-State one family at a time! Just Say No to CHEESE!

Until next time

Three for the Price of One

2008-08-11T13:21:00.007-05:00

Isn't it funny how different multiples end up being from eachother, despite the fact they are always together? Without even knowing these little girls, you can tell from the images just how different each one is.

Dress them the same - treat them the same...still the fact that they are unique individuals trump everything else.

What amazing little creatures children are.

Until next time

Mr. Benjamin, Part Deux

2008-08-09T15:06:00.004-05:00

You know what I love about offering The Baby Plan? Well, there are lots of things, but the best part is simply that I feel like I get to know the families and really enjoy spending time with them. It's also SO cool to get to watch the baby change and grow - it happens so quickly that it seems to be right before my eyes.

Here was Ben from his session in May -

http://eriniviephoto.blogspot.com/2008/05/finally-baby-boy.html

And here he was today on this most glorious Saturday afternoon. Now at nine months old, he's sitting & crawling everywhere...just three short months ago he was laying in my basket. Now there is no stopping him.

Aren't babies amazing?

Later

Baby Brother's Baby...

2008-08-08T21:42:00.010-05:00

...is going to be one next month. How can this be?

I dare you not to smile at Sweet Isaac.

You are smiling, aren't you? See, it's impossible not to when you look at this happy boy.

You're doing it again...I know you are.

Until tomorrow

I Think She Liked Me Better This Time...

2008-08-04T16:49:00.003-05:00

Remember this post a while back?
http://eriniviephoto.blogspot.com/2008/03/what-she-thought-of-her-photo-session.html

Well Sweet Mary Katherine is six months old now, and I think I've finally won her over. She put up with me and my big giant camera without even one obscene finger gesture!

I was even able to capture some of her sweet smiles.

Don't you just love her?

Until next time
~E

Shelbi, Class of 2009

2008-08-01T02:02:00.005-05:00

Man do I love photographing teenagers! They don't run from me, I don't have to act crazy to get them to look at the camera...none of that stuff! Now don't get me wrong, give me a four year old and I'm happy as a clam, but it's sure a fun change of pace now and then.

It's July (well, August now!) so it's Senior Picture time. Today's beautiful model was a dream subject. Beautiful skin, great big blue eyes and her hair...oh, her hair. Like Goldie Locks, I tell ya. So fun!

Here are a few sneak peeks for Shelbi and her family...there are so many beauties that I had a hard time picking just three!

Until next time

~ E

Playing is a Fulltime Job

2008-07-22T00:11:00.005-05:00

It sure was hot, but Carter didn't seem to mind!

He drew pictures...

got pushed on the swings...

splashed in the fountains...

...all kinds of fun little boy stuff.

I was sneaky & stole a shot or two. Don't tell him, though!

Thanks Big Boy! It was fun watching your imagination at work. Sweet dreams with Spiderman tonight!

More next time

Six Days Old

2008-07-20T18:33:00.005-05:00

Remember this belly? There was a little baby girl in there...

...she moved out.

Sweet Kenlee, only six days old.

sigh. Baby Heaven.

Sugar and Spice & Everything Nice...

2008-07-19T00:02:00.004-05:00

...and sometimes a silly face.

Silly little Drew. We had all kinds of fun tonight down by the river. There were treasure hunts, sand castles, splashing in the water...and she seemed to love it all.

Thanks, Pretty Girl! Take good care of our feather!

Until next time

Homecoming

2008-07-11T01:31:00.006-05:00

Words can't do the experience justice.The images do the talking.

Welcome home, Sir. Enjoy your R&R. Drink up every single drop.

And we thank you.

I have The.Best.Job.Ever.

Cheetos

2008-07-11T01:10:00.005-05:00

...and a silly girl.

More soon. Been so busy!

Baby in the Belly

2008-06-30T01:12:00.003-05:00

OOoooohhhh, what a beautiful baby belly this momma has. I just don't know how I keep getting so lucky with so many gorgeous families. Is it written in my 'fine print' somewhere that I only photograph beautiful, special people & I just don't know it?

Thanks for being up to all my crazy requests! I know you don't usually hang out in your front yard down in the grass with your belly out!

Or heck, maybe you do. (grin)

Either way, it was fun & you all looked great!

Between the Storm Clouds...

2008-06-26T22:38:00.005-05:00

...there was just enough time for tonight's session with these beautiful kids. I got some of my favorite things with this session -

Little girls with big chocolate brown eyes-

Little boys with dimples -

And one year olds -

I almost squealed with joy when I met these three! SO much fun. And aren't they gorgeous?

Don't I have the greatest job?

An Evening Down at the River

2008-06-22T22:46:00.005-05:00

What a great way to spend an evening! Walking, talking & snapping an image here and there of a great family with two handsome boys.

I hope you guys had fun! I know I did!

Until next time

The Adventures Of Two Photographers...

2008-06-18T20:28:00.008-05:00

...on the quest for the perfect location. Tricia (another photographer friend) knew of a sweet spot with a faux beach of sorts on the river & wanted to show me.

So away we go, with four kids in tow - a seven year old, two four year olds & an infant.

Got there, and noticed the mud. Oh my gosh, the mud. I'm not talking "well, it's a little muddy out there" mud, either.

Trisha was the first to get stuck...up to her knees. Oh yes, I'm not kidding. Her knees.

She got free, and we considered aborting the mission to actually get to the beach. Just then a group of folks showed up & were determined to get to the river beach. And they did. So we thought, if they can do it so can we!

They carried the kids thru for us & showed us a pretty good path.

She made it.

Then it was my turn to get stuck....up to me knees. Oh yes, I'm not kidding. My knees.

I got rescued by one of the guys & we all said a hurrah of sorts. Washed off in the river, snapped a few shots, let the kids play a bit...then realized that we were going to have to go thru the mud to get back to the van.

Oh great.

The very nice guys helped us again, thank God. They took the babies across again & even put down logs for us to use to get across. Well wouldn't you know it - I got stuck again.

sigh.

You know, during all that crazy stuff, I managed to keep the cameras alive and well. Was up to me knees in mud, and kept the cameras safe. That's talent, don't you think?

All in a day's work, I suppose.

Trisha's Jackson & a shot of my Rachel. Oh, and a shot of our heros out in the river. We weren't going to go thru all that & not shot any pictures for Pete's sake!

Poor Baby Owen

2008-06-15T15:42:00.002-05:00

Six beautiful children -One upset tummy. Poor little sweetie!

Until Next time

Indianapolis Colts FanFest

2008-06-11T22:42:00.010-05:00

http://www.colts.com/sub.cfm?page=promotions_dynamic&id=230

Downtown Evansville was the place to be tonight. The kids and I spent the evening there having all kinds of fun.

We saw some football players -

Slid & bounced on inflatables -

Tossed footballs (Yes, she actually got it in the hole!) -

Had a picnic at the corner of Riverside & Vine -

Watched an awesome Jon McLaughlin concert as the sun was setting (That's my cousin Luke Berridge on bass! How cool is that?) http://www6.islandrecords.com/site/artist_home.php?artist_id=596

And posed for pictures with Jon -

Whew! It was hot, but fun!

More soon

Henry and Jack

2008-06-11T11:24:00.004-05:00

We were blessed with a beautiful morning for today's session. Sunny sky & cool grass - just exactly right for two little boys. I was up for the challenge that a 2 1/2 year old & a 7 month old could offer, but it turned out that they were perfect little models who didn't mind the 'Picture Lady' at all!

Picture Lady...that's Henry's name for me. Isn't that funny?

Here's a sneak peek for their Mom & Dad!

Until next time

Kennady & Jackson

2008-06-08T16:50:00.004-05:00

Wait until you see the eyes on these two! Swoon! Their Mommy & I did a bit of a kid swap session this morning - what fun!

Here we go - take a look!

http://eriniviephotography.com/burns/triciaflash.html

Until Later

~E

Playing America's Next Top Model...

2008-06-07T21:28:00.008-05:00

...in the neighbor's backyard. That was the only way she'd let me practice on her. Isn't she funny?

Fierce! (as Tyra would say)

Of course, Rachel is always up for a shot or two.

I didn't even have to bribe her. Got to love that.

I swear this kid poses herself. Isn't she something?

Man do I love those little twerps.

Until tomorrow

Sarah ~ Hebrew Meaning Princess

2008-06-06T18:39:00.003-05:00

And that's what little Sarah Grace is - a princess. The only girl with three brothers, you can be sure of that.

Here's your sneak peek, Pretty Girl! You did a great job!

~E

Mr. Maddox

2008-06-05T20:30:00.005-05:00

Quite simply, this little guy is an angel baby. He has to be the most alert & curious little three month old I've ever seen. He was a DREAM to photograph, and I'm already excited to do his next session in a few months!

And what about his cute mommy and daddy?

Until next time

Random Snapshot Post

2008-06-04T15:26:00.002-05:00

Nothing fancy, just a little snap of the kids today. Something about it struck me - all three piled on The Big Chair (as we call it) - Cameron playing Webkinz & the girls watching him and listening to their mp3 players. I don't know why, but it made me smile.

Just a lazy summer vacation afternoon. Don't you love it?

More tomorrow...

~E

Since I'm Posting Sneak Peeks...

2008-05-26T00:03:00.005-05:00

...how about a few more!

What a beautiful family they are! Such joy in the faces of all the children. I'm sure Mr. & Mrs. C are very proud. Happy 50th anniversary! What a wonderful gift!

That's all for now!

Cute Little Bubba

2008-05-25T23:56:00.004-05:00

Well, at least that is what I call him - Bubba. I mean, doesn't he look like a 'Bubba' to you? Lots of cute little one year old rolls & HUGE baby browns.

Happy Birthday Baby W! Now that you are one, they next thing you need to do is learn to walk! Your poor tiny little momma needs a break!

More soon

Sunday Evening with Eli and Cassidy

2008-05-18T21:12:00.004-05:00

Okay, so. He's got a dimple in his chin & green eyes, just like my son! No wonder I swooned as soon as I saw him. And his baby sister is the essence of Little Girl. She oozes it!

Can you tell I kinda liked these two?

Thanks Jones Family! It was fun!

~E

Jenny & Kevin Sittin in a Tree...

2008-05-17T18:04:00.003-05:00

...K.I.S.S.I.N.G...

I LOVED that these two were up for whatever I asked them to do. SO much fun! They are playful & silly & very much in love. Perfect mix for marriage, if you ask me.

Here are a couple sneak peeks! Enjoy!

Until next time

~E