. . . Holly Anne Photography . . . {artistic lifestyle photography}

Upcoming Mini Sessions!

Holly — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 17:02:40 +0000

New summer mini sessions have been announced, so check out the schedule!

Newest Session: “The Whole Enchilada”

Holly — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:56:59 +0000

You love your kids. You want to remember every moment. You want to remember every expression. You want to share their sweet smiles with the world… through email, your blog, facebook, my space, etc. Whatever your method… Whatever your reason… I’ve heard you!

So, I’m introducing my new standard session, called “The Whole Enchilada”. (Hey, we live in the southwest, and who doesn’t like enchiladas?)
Getting your digital negatives from a reputable professional portrait photographer is almost unheard of. That’s why I’m so excited to offer it to you! I know if I were shopping for a photographer, *I* would want to be able to actually use and share the beautiful photographs with my friends and family. So, that is exactly what I have decided to do for you.
The Whole Enchilada includes the portrait session plus all the images from your session, all in full-resolution, with permission to reproduce the images. So, go forth and share! Email. Print. Scrapbook. Enjoy!!!

The Whole Enchilada Session includes:
- a one hour session for you, your spouse, and your kids (or just the kids, if you prefer)
- a CD with all of the full-resolution images, allowing you to make prints of any size or any quantity
- a letter of permission allowing you to reproduce the images for your personal use

To see more, click here: http://hollyanne.com/session-information/

lighting… which do you prefer?

Holly — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 22:36:53 +0000

Most people know that light is important to photography. But, they might not truly understand why.

When it comes to photography, there’s nothing more important than light.

I think this comparison shows why, and let’s face it, it’s much more fun to see a visual than to read a bunch of technical jargon. In this example, the image on the left shows a typical shot, with a camera-mounted flash. This would be similar to the shot that most people would get, regardless of whether you have a point and shoot camera or an SLR. But, notice the bright reflection on the front of every bottle? Well, it’s a little distracting, isn’t it? It doesn’t do anything to enhance the final image. The camera had enough light to make the image, and the image is fine. But, it’s nothing special.

But, look at the image on the right. Just adding a little backlight really changes the final look of the image, doesn’t it?

By the way, can you believe this is a CAKE? Yes, seriously. It’s was the groom’s cake at the wedding I shot last night. Isn’t it awesome? I wish I had found out who made it, because it was really cool!

newborn twin boys

Holly — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 17:43:48 +0000

Aren’t these little guys just adorable? I love photographing newborns, and twin newborns are twice as nice! Plus, these little guys were so easy going, the session just flew by!

Sweet Baby Alexa

Holly — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 19:38:36 +0000

Baby Alexa is 7 months, and my has she changed since her first newborn session! I love being able to see little ones grow and change! It’s amazing!

This is one of my favorites from the session, and it’s just one of those images that is timeless.

Who can turn down this glorious, happy smile! I love seeing happy babies!!!

Cutie Patootie

Holly — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:55:59 +0000

It has been about 6 months since I got to photograph this little cutie. Isn’t she darling?

OliverB {baby bedding that could save your baby’s life!}

Holly — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:41:49 +0000

I love meeting new people and learning about their lives, their families, their work, etc. A few weeks ago, I met a really sweet family while I was at the CityCentre Spring Market. Sara is the creator of OliverB, a line of beautifully designed baby bedding. You can find her company online at http://www.oliverbco.com/.

The bedding is beautiful! It has great color and design. But, the really great thing about this bedding is Sara’s patent-pending crib bumper design. She has really done her research when it comes to SIDS, and let’s face it… no mom puts her baby to sleep at night without worrying about it. But, her bumper allows for beauty, comfort, and… air flow. Because, research shows that without air flow in and out of the crib, carbon dioxide can build up, and because it is heavier than air, it stays around the baby in the crib. Read more about it on Sara’s website: http://www.oliverbco.com/saving_live.aspx

So, if you have a little one, consider purchasing one of Sara’s beautiful collections… and don’t forget to put a fan in the room to help with air circulation! Keep your baby safe, and put your mind at ease!

FREE Mini Sessions! There is still time!

Holly — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 03:09:02 +0000

Want to try out a FREE mini session? Just stop by tomorrow (Sunday), 3/28, at City Centre, near Town & Country, along the Beltway 8 feeder just north of Memorial.

Well… let me clarify…

It’s not really a picturesque location. This is the view from my booth.

What lovely port-0-potties and construction cones in the background, right?

Yet, we got some really cute images anyway… don’t ya think?

Mini Sessions: WHITE!

Holly — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 02:09:00 +0000

I promised Sneak Peeks to my mini session clients from last week, so here goes! Hopefully I can get one up for everyone, but please be patient since there are about 74 of you!

If you don’t see your child yet, please keep checking back!

I need a model! 6-12 month old baby girl

Holly — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:29:16 +0000

I just got in the most adorable little hat to fit a 6-12 month old girl. I am dying to try it out, so I can show it off to clients, but I don’t want to take up a client’s time during a session for something for *me*. So… I’m looking for a baby girl in that age range. It looks a bit stretchy so it might fit up to a 15 month old, just depending on head size.

Moms of baby boys… you’re not missing out! I have another order coming in soon and I’ll need a model for those soon, probably a newborn to age 2 months, and a 6-12 month old. So, check back.

If you are interested, just shoot me an email via my contact page. A model release is required, because I will be using the images as samples on my website and possibly in promotional materials.

Models receive one complimentary 8″x10″ print as thanks, as well as a low-resolution upload on your Facebook page, if you have one!