Dallas childrens photographer: Spring Minis Update!

I still have a couple of openings for Sunday, March 28 at the Dallas Arboretum. I'm ALSO opening up Sunday, April 11 as a Spring Mini Session date! Hurry, spots are going fast. The Arboretum is a fabulous backdrop for your spring portraits. Check out my blog post from earlier this week...the tulips are to die for! Contact me ASAP to schedule your session.

Spring mini sessions are $150 and include:
-20 to 30 minute session for up to 4 people
-5-8 images, fully edited
-CD of your images plus print rights

This is a GREAT deal to kick off the gorgeous Texas Spring! Hopefully, that white stuff that fell today is long gone. ;)

Dallas Children's Photographer, Dallas child photography: Sneak Peek, Look who's 2!

I had the pleasure of meeting sweet Caroline and her family this fall for their holiday photos. It always thrill me when clients contact me again--not just because it means they liked my work, but also because I get to see how much their children have grown! And, Caroline has grown! She's an "on-the-go" 2-year-old now and loves to dig in the dirt and play in the rocks. We had a hard time keeping her adorable smocked dresses clean. :) Thankfully, we also had stickers and jelly beans and we stole a few smiles and pensive gazes from this precious, cherub of a girl! It was a beautiful day at the Dallas Arboretum today and the flowers are out in full bloom! If you've been thinking about a Spring session, this place makes a great backdrop. I've still got a few mini-session spots available this month and next (as well as a few spots for full sessions too).

Enjoy your sneak peek, L family! Thanks for a beautiful morning!

Dallas newborn photographer, Dallas family photographer: Sneak Peek, Stella

Meet beautiful baby Stella--plump, pink, and right at 4 weeks new. I had the pleasure of hanging out with this lovely family (and their gorgeous Golden Retriever, Sarge) this afternoon for a few hours. 4 weeks can be a tricky age to shoot because they don't sleep *quite* as much as a newborn (ridiculous, isn't it that in the "photog world", newborns are 2 weeks of age and under!). But, with the help of Daddy's magic rocking technique, we got some great sleepy baby shots as well as some bright eyed shots. So sweet! Enjoy your sneak peek, Jeff and Maggie! Thanks for welcoming me into your home.

Dallas photographer, Dallas children's photographer: MARCH MADNESS!!!

Exactly 1 month ago, that pesky groundhog predicted we'd have 6 more weeks of Winter. And, it HAS been cold...I mean, just a few weeks ago we had a FOOT of snow on the ground. Insane. But, today was an absolutely picture perfect day--the kind where I wish I could spend all afternoon outside with my family and my camera (who am I kidding...my camera IS part of my family).

So, it's time for a March Madness sale. Book a session this month (can be for any date in the future) and receive $100 off*. That means a simple session is $175 with a $125 print credit** and a modern session is $550 with all the goodies too! For more information on my sessions, click HERE and go to the "pricing" section.

*not valid on Spring mini sessions
**print credit is only valid if order is placed within 5 days

Dallas Children's Photographer, Dallas Photographer: Spring Mini-session time!

Despite the foot of snow we got in North Texas last week, Spring is right around the corner! I'm happy to offer another mini-session opportunity for my new and returning clients. Hurry--these spots will fill up quickly and you don't want to miss out!

When: Sunday, March 28th (various times, between 9 and 5)
Where: Dallas Arboretum
Price: $150 plus tax (please note--price does not include your admission/parking at Arboretum)
What: 20-30 minute mini-session, disc with 5-8 images, print release for up to 8X10 and edited images in color and B&W, 25% off prints and enlargements

This date is during the Dallas Blooms celebration at the Arboretum. Check it out HERE.

Contact Kristie today to book!

Available times:
9:30
10:00
10:30
11:00
11:30
3:30
4:00
4:30

Dallas child photographer, Dallas family photographer: 5/52 and 6/52

Yes, I skipped a week. Oops! But, I made up with it with LOTS of shots for me this week! Whee! Dallas saw a record-breaking amount of snow Thursday and Friday--12.5 inches--and the Clark house took full advantage of it. My sweet girl would play and play and play until she couldn't take it any longer and would break down in tears because she was "fwwweeeeezin'"! We aren't exactly prepared in these parts with snow suits or waterproof mittens, so the wet and cold got to us quickly. But, again--she was mesmerized by it and we were mesmerized watching her. These are the kind of shots I meant to take when I started this project--shots for me, shots of my life, shots that documented my most prized possession--my family. Here are a couple of shots from our snow days!

Dallas children's photographer, Dallas family photographer: Winter white, red hot sale!

Dallas child photographer: 4/52

It was bound to happen. Being the habitual procrastinator that I am, I knew I would wait until the laaaaaaast possible second to snap a shot for my 52 weeks project. I didn't expect it to be in week 4. But, like many households, ours was a crazy one this week with meetings, workshops, retreats, ballet, playdates, etc. So, here's week 4. Still in our jammies at noon. But, know what? I still love this shot. It's SO her. And I love the light on her. I love her mischievous eyes, her cheesy smile (yes, she's saying CHEEESE, which I did NOT teach her). For my photographer friends, this is SOOC. For my non-photog friends, that means straight out of camera as in I did nothing to the picture except upload it and watermarked it. Like I said, it's been one of those weeks. :)

Dallas baby photographer, Dallas family photographer, Dallas children's photographer: Sneak Peek, L family

Another beautiful day in Dallas. Another beautiful baby and family. This family is one of my "baby planners", meaning I get to hang out with them several times over the next year, documenting baby girl's growth along the way.

Sweet, baby Annie was a gorgeous newborn and just gets prettier and prettier each week! Gotta love those bright blue eyes, long reddish lashes, and melt your heart smile. Mom and Dad are pretty cute too! ;)

Enjoy your sneak peeks!

Dallas child photographer: 3/52

80 degrees in January. Gotta love Texas winters! It was absolutely gorgeous this afternoon, so the girly and I ventured out to the park. The light was AH-MAY-ZING and Grace was having a blast. And, even though I begged and pleaded for her to let me pull her hair back before we got to the park, something about this one still makes me smile inside and out. Must be my mommy goggles. :)

Dallas Family Photographer, Dallas Child Photographer: 4 ladies and their Prince Charming

It doesn't get any more "picture perfect" than this, folks. 70 degree weather...check. Gorgeous park...check. Amazing light...check. Ridiculously adorable family...check. A QUEEN...check!

I had the pleasure of hanging out with this Party of 5 on Sunday afternoon. And, wowsers. Such naturals in front of the camera! Take a look for your self.

Up first...the teenager. I guessed her age and was off by like 2 years. Umm...I was still shrimpy and awkward at 13. Yes, people. She's 13. Gorgeous, huh?


Next, the sweet middle child. Lover of all things Bakugan (because, I was informed that 7 year olds aren't really into princesses these days...I have a lot to learn). And, just as stunning as her older sister.


And then we have the little one...who wants to be the QUEEN. Or correction, who is the queen! Unlike her big sister, she is TOTALLY into princesses, which I know all about (my 3 year old would like for us to call her Cinderella). I fell in love with this girly girl's chipmunk cheeks and sweet demeanor.


Love this one of the 3 girls.


And of the whole fam. I told you...ridiculously adorable!


Hope you enjoy your sneak peeks!

Dallas baby photographer, Dallas child photographer: Sneak Peek, Lindsay

Cute baby alert! Cute baby alert!

Little Miss Lindsay is already 6 months old--you might recognize her cherub cheeks and bright blue eyes from THIS session we did in October. We met on an absolutely PERFECT day this past weekend (seriously--15 degrees 1 weekend and 70 the next???) in downtown McKinney. Lindsay is growing like a weed and sitting up so big and tall! It's amazing how quickly they change.

Enjoy your sneak peeks!

Dallas Children's Photographer, Dallas Child Photographer: 2/52

Remember how I said one of the goals for my 52 weeks project would be to "shoot more for me"? Well, this one is CLEARLY one just for me. Every year, my daughter's amazing school has a huge fundraising auction. One of the items that is auctioned ever year is a "class pet". Each Pre-K and Kindergarten class has a pet--a stuffed pet. The classes vote on names for the pet, the teachers make a pet habitat, and the pet goes home for 1 night with each child. Well, Thursday night was a BIG night at the Clark house because Grace came home with "Penelope the Penguin". And of course, this was the perfect opportunity for me to document a milestone in my daughter's school career...her first bit of "homework".

So here they are, Penelope and Grace, all snuggled up in G's bed. Look how proud she is to have that silly, stuffed pelican. Don't tell my husband, but I might be tempted to bid on this thing. :D

Dallas Children's Photographer, Dallas Family Photographer: 1/52

I started a new little project this year. 52 weeks of 2010. The goal? To shoot for me. To be more creative. To capture memories for my own family. To think outside the box.

I love what I do--love meeting other families, capturing their children in the moment, just getting a glimpse of someone else's life for an hour or 2. I love the feeling I get when I see an image that I KNOW Mama and Daddy are going to flip over. But, I've realized that *I* rarely have those moments for myself. I just get busy with life sometimes and my camera (that's normally glued to my body) is left in its case, thus missing moments around La Casa de Clark.

So here it is. 1 of 52. Even though it was a brisk 29 degrees this afternoon, I bundled up Gracie and took her out back to jump in the leaves. Yes, leaves in January. Leaves that probably fell in October. Hey--don't judge! They're in the backyard. ;)

Enjoy! Hopefully, 51 more to follow. ;)

Dallas Photographer: Announcements, Pricing, Mini-Sessions...oh my!

Whew! Only 5 days into 2010 and I've been super busy over here. Cleaning. Organizing. Purging. You know...stuff we ALL say we'll do in the New Year and then before you know it, there are 20 piles o' crap you have no clue what to do with. Blah. Story of my life.

Anyway, I've been working on some new and exciting business ideas that I think everyone will love in 2010.

First of all, I'm starting a 52 weeks project. The goal is to challenge myself. To think outside the box. To use lenses I never use. To refresh and invigorate! I tried this last year and I tapered off somewhere around March. Now, I've got all of you to hold me accountable. Look for entry 1 soon!

Next, I've reworked my pricing structure for 2010. I'm pleased to offer built-in early ordering incentives for simple sessions as well as 4 new print collections, designed to inspire you AND save you money. Early ordering incentives work as a print credit. So, a simple session is now $275 but $125 will go right back to you in the form of a print credit IF you place your order within 5 days. Neat, huh? I will also be offering print collections and yes--you can use your early ordering incentive towards print collections. Oh, and mini-sessions will now be offered 4 times per year. Be sure to check the blog for mini-session announcements and specials.

Speaking of mini-sessions, it's time for Valentine's Day mini-sessions! Tired of the boring, store bought Valentine's cards? Want something personal, fun and get a portrait session too? Well, I've got a great offer you aren't going to want to miss!

What: Valentine's mini-sessions
When: Saturday, January 16th, all day
Where: Lakeside Park, Highland Park
Price: $125

Includes a 15-20 minute mini-session, 5-8 images in an online gallery, 25 custom valentine cards and (1) 5X7.

Here is a sampling of the Valentine cards I'm offering. Of course, these are completely customizable--wording, colors, fonts, etc.







To book, contact me today! Space is limited.

Dallas Children's Photographer: Sneak Peek, Ran and Mads

I am blessed to have the best sister a girl could ask for. She is a loving and genuine person. She's an awesome mother. She's there when you need her and there when you don't. She is raising an absolutely darling, smart, beautiful and purely sugar sweet daughter.

She's also the goofiest photographer's assistant around. ;) As payment for her recent "act like a crazy person behind my camera for a day" routine, I did a little session with my sister and my amazing niece. Here are their sneak peeks!

Dallas family photographer, Dallas children's photographer: Mini-Sessions 2009 Sneak Peeks

What a fun day! My assistant (who also happens to be the most awesome sister out there...well, except for me :D), Randi, and I had an awesome day today with 5 adorable, hilarious and entertaining families. Seriously. I love uploading and editing these mini-sessions because I always find myself laughing or smiling just remembering all of the moments from a session. Take a look for yourself! And, mini-session participants--your galleries should ALL be ready before next weekend. Woo hoo! Be on the lookout for an email from yours truly. Now, on the main attraction(s)!

Dallas area photographer, McKinney children's photographer: Sneak Peek--L/S family

Whew! It's been a crazy, crazy, CRAZY few weeks. I am literally keeping the Starbucks near my house in business these days. So, it was totally fitting that I had some wild and crazy kids this morning (the good kind of wild and crazy...you know--life of the party, fun kind) AND that as their dad stopped in for some coffee this morning, one of the boys asked for coffee and to "Be sure it's decaf!" LOL! Too hysterical.

Anyway, I just adore this sweet group of kids. The baby boy was a little under the weather this morning and I'm sure we were QUITE a sight getting him to smile, but I think Nana and company will be happy with the results of our singing, dancing, and airplane flying. Enjoy your sneak peeks! More to come!

Dallas Baby Photographer, Dallas child photographer: Sneak Peek, Baby C

Oh so sweet! Check out this little porcelain doll! I met up with Baby C and her family this afternoon for a quick little session to capture some 6 month images. The little angel only fussed when her curiosity got the best of her and she ended up with a mouth full of leaves. Yum! We had fun playing peek a boo, making silly noises, and just letting this sweetheart entertain us.

Enjoy your sneak peeks, Laura and Brad! More to come soon...

Dallas newborn photographer, Dallas baby photographer: Sneak Peek, Baby Annie

Yes. It's true. I *really* DO have clients who make the most BEAUTIFUL babies! Check out baby Annie. She's a little over a week old now and was so sweet. She slept like a champ once we turned on the heartbeat sound machine and space heater. We moved her all over and she didn't make a peep! Love that.

Here are your sneak peeks, Mom and Dad. Enjoy them and enjoy her while she's still so cuddly...she'll be running full steam ahead in no time. ;)