Spring feels closer with every passing day. This past weeks warmer temperatures had me daydreaming about all kinds of upcoming sessions. I have some amazing events planned for the studio in the next few months and I cannot wait to share some details with you.
Heres a little update on what’s been happening in the studio….
In the past few weeks the studio has entered the “last phase” of renovations. This winter I added a pellet stove to the space, which allows me to offer sessions all year and it’s so cozy. The last phase was to finish the trim on the windows and doors, and most dramatically installing french doors to the front. Don’t worry the classic barn doors will stay, i’ll be keeping them open while the french doors allow in all kinds of warm natural light. Yay! I can’t wait to welcome you to Arabella Design Studio’s space for your next portrait session.
Last week I started my school portraits. I travel to local small/ private schools to photograph the children. This is such a treat for me because I was a Kindergarten teacher before opening the studio, I love being able to work with young children and be silly for a few hours to capture some really sweet portraits. The batch of photos I just delivered are some of my favorites, it’s nice to know I still have that teacher magic! I have more schools in the next few months, but if you are looking for school portraits for your small school or even your pod, get in touch! I would love to add a few more schools to my list.
Here’s a little glimpse at what’s coming up…
As I mentioned I have a few events coming up in the next few months. On April 17th, I will be hosting a child portrait session event in the studio. This is a formal portrait sitting for your child, and a wonderful opportunity to capture their personality, and all of the magical things about them at this moment in time.
A few months ago I had an impromptu session with my daughter, and the portraits have become our new favorites. She let me know that she had a wiggly tooth… something she had been talking about daily for at least a year. This time it was the real deal, and I realized that her smile would soon change dramatically and I wanted to have a few special photos before that big day. She picked out her favorite fancy dress, and we did her hair and made sure she had a clean face. We spent about 15 minutes chatting, laughing and capturing some amazing photographs. Since that time, the photos have become our phone screen savers, computer backgrounds and even printed and framed by our bed.
I was inspired by this special moment to offer this as an event because children have such amazing and deep personalities. By having time to have a conversation with the individual child I am able to bring out some expressions that will truly capture their character. Follow along on Facebook, and Instagram for event updates and sign ups.
May 1st I will be hosting a mother and child portrait event in the studio. As an added bonus these galleries will be delivered in time for Mother’s Day. I always love photographing mothers with their children, and I feel like moms should always be in more photographs. I know the struggle because I am usually the one behind the camera, so I have to remind myself to hop in the photos so I don’t miss out.
The setup for this event will be a bright and airy, with some spring florals and greenery. This can be given as an early mothers day gift… for moms, step moms, grandmothers, expectant moms or any mother figure in your life. Dad’s this could make the perfect gift… so feel free to forward this and drop a hint.
So many exciting things happening at Arabella Design Studio this Spring! I can’t wait to see you in the studio soon!