Buddies

This weekend my little family got to spend some time with my best friend's kiddos while she and her husband ran an errand. We took the little guys to our local park and had a blast playing around together. I just love these boys to pieces. How could you NOT love these cutie pies? The ONLY thing that would have made it better would be if their little sister could have joined us but you can see her anytime in the upper right hand corner of the blog. Love them!

Budding Model

I don't know what happened but overnight my little guy went from running for his life every time I pulled out the camera to becoming my most enthusiastic model. He loves sitting in my lap as I scroll through potential photos on my computer and telling me which ones he likes the best. He has an uncanny ability for remembering the names of the kiddos that I photograph and points them out by name as he flips through my proof book. This weekend, however, was the first time that he OFFERED to let me take photos of him and hammed it up for each one.

Sisters

I finally had the chance to photograph this sweet little family this weekend after two failed photoshoots, the first postponed by Hurricane Ike and the second cut short by a mishap and injury with the dad. This shoot however was filled with silly, happy girls and beautiful weather.

I've been asked several times over the course of the past few months as to what my secret is for capturing kiddos. The truth is that for every one or two great photos you see there are likely 40-50 really terrible ones of the backs of heads, funny faces or blurry blobs from kiddos running away from me. To see me at a shoot is to see a woman crawling on her knees, sprawled out on her back then stomach then back again, running wildly after silly kiddos and completely drenched in sweat or water in the case of the Higgins family. It is a wild ride and a great workout and more fun than I ever imagined possible. The chance to capture kids just being kids is an adventure and a pleasure all wrapped into one but not an adventure for the faint at heart. I learn something new at every single shoot, I make mistakes, I have fun and if I am lucky I get the chance to capture a glimpse of the very essence of childhood.

Little Guy

What a fun time we had at my first day of mini sessions! I am still processing the hundreds of photos taken that day but wanted to post a quick preview for my cousin who made a trip all the way down from Little Elm! I now have a membership at the Arboretum so if you are interested in doing a photosession in this beautiful natural setting, your entry into the park will be included in your session fee (up to 5 people and does not include parking).

Ao Dai

This weekend I got to photograph my best friend's youngest son in a traditional Vietnamese Ao Dai. Aren't they beautiful? :) I just love that little grin.

A Dream

I met a sweet little gal and her parents at the Arboretum this weekend for a personalized tour (that place is HUGE) from mom, who used to work there, and some really fun one-on-one photo time with a darling little girl. The weather was perfect, M was a perfect model and the time just flew by! Here are some of the highlights...

Yes, I am that kind of mom......

the kind who will torture her poor little daughter in a pumpkin just to remind you that I will be at the Arboretum all day THIS SATURDAY for Christmas Card and/or Pumpkin Patch mini sessions! If you missed the original Christmas Card post you can find it here. If you haven't yet experienced the Arboretum's awesome pumpkin patch then schedule a Christmas Card mini session and we'll squeeze in some time for you and your family in the pumpkin patch for no extra cost!

$50 will get you.....
* 30 minute photo session (up to 6 people)
* 5-7 final proofs
* Your choice of cd with 2 final proofs in 4x6 format for unlimited 4x6 printing with photographer release OR 20 holiday cards using one of my designs

Availability is limited so check my calendar here and then email me at meaganblock@yahoo.com to claim your spot!

Baby Dear

Where did you come from baby dear?
Out of the everywhere, into the here.

Where did you get your eyes so blue?
Out of the sky when you came through.

What makes your forehead so smooth and high?
A soft hand stroked it as you went by.

What makes your cheek like a warm, white rose?
Something better than anyone knows.

Where did you get that pearly ear?
God spoke, and it came out to hear.

But how did you come to us Baby Dear?
God thought of you, and so you are here.

Family

Hurricane Ike relocated my sister, brother-in-law and my ADORABLE nephew to Dallas for the last two weeks and we have had a blast having them so close. Candid sessions are by far my favorite kind of photography and it was so fun having an opportunity to capture my sis and her family just being themselves. Little Hunter is so lucky to have such great parents. I miss them already!

Take 2

I was lucky enough to get a second chance with this cute little doll of a baby this weekend. The first session was right after a short nap and she just wasn't into the photoshoot. Mom and dad asked me back for a morning session and boy was she happy and loving the camera! Don't you just love that smile!?!

Someday they will hate me for this.....

but I couldn't resist.

Baby Love

I had a great maternity session with a family friend this weekend while she was seeking refuge in Dallas from Hurricane Ike. It was so fun to try something new, especially with such a great model! Here are some of my favorites...

Ho, Ho, Ho Merry Christmas!

Announcing new Christmas card mini sessions! Now through November 15th I am offering mini photo sessions (30 minutes) for those only wanting photos for Christmas cards.

Visit my calendar and book your 30 minute session now or join me Saturday October 4th at the Dallas Arboretum for a full day of mini sessions, by appointment only. Claim your session now offer expires November 15th!

$50 Christmas card mini session

*30 minute photo session (up to 6 people)
*5-7 final proofs
*Includes your choice of CD with 2 proofs in 4x6 format for unlimited 4x6 printing

Additional prints available at listed price on website.

4" x 8" single-side holiday photo postcard with envelope
20/40/50/100 - $30/$55/$65/$110




4" x 7" folded holiday photo postcard with envelope
20/40/50/100 - $35/$60/$70/$115

Daddy's Little Girl

This week I had a great shoot with the family of one of my husband's buddies from the fire station. Baby C was a trooper handling the bright lights, itching clothes and prop changes like a champ (mom is a model so I guess it runs in the family)!

What a mess!!!

Sooooo Jiffle was and IS a disaster! I've received multiple emails asking if I received session requests that I *thought* I had confirmed and scheduled. What a mess. If you didn't receive a confirmation to a request, I am not ignoring you, and probably already have you on the schedule (you can check below). I have now cut out the middle man and you can view my availability here and on my website under calendar/contact. Sorry for the trouble!!

Good Family Fun

I had a great session with a really fun and playful family of four this weekend at a beautiful park in Denton. It isn't every day that I get to spend time with an entire family, especially one as relaxed an adventurous as the W family. Here are a couple of my favorites from the session.

Speaking of family photos, I've had a few emails regarding scheduling Christmas card photos in October and November so I am working on a special Christmas card package that I'll detail on the blog in the next week or so. Be on the lookout for that and a couple of fun fall photo opportunities on the horizon.

Baby Mine

I've got Jiffle!

I've noticed lately that there are a lot of emails going back and forth about when I am actually available, seeing that I do have a 9-5 job, so I have been on the lookout for a solution and I have finally found one!

It's awesome because it allows you to pick and choose the times that work best for you and then reserve them right on the spot! Indoor sessions will work any time of day but if you want an outdoor session shoot for an early morning or early evening for the most flattering light. If you have questions feel free to drop me an email at meaganblock@yahoo.com .

Visit my Jiffle Calendar here .

My Baby Girl

My sweet little baby girl is almost 4 months old (sniff, sniff). I can't believe how fast she is growing up!

Surprise!!!

Surprise Ash!!! I snuck in a little mini session with my favorite nephew while my mom was babysitting last week. I love this little munchkin to pieces!!!