Holiday Session Dates, Yorktown Family Photographer

Erin Colleen is pleased to announce her 2009 Holiday Mini Session details! Many of you have been asking when I will be offering holiday minis to help prepare you for a busy holiday season. Having your holiday images done sooner rather than later ensures you will have your images and holiday items back on time and ready to go into the mail before the rush! Spaces are limited so please book early. In the case of multiple requests, a waiting list will be created in case of cancellations. If needed, additional dates will be added.

Rain! Rain! GO AWAY!!!

Thats what the Patel family was saying as we approached our session this afternoon!! As we parked the cars and got out, we had our umbrellas in hand and looked at each other questioning whether we thought it was a good idea to do it. After much deliberation the younger men (Ghavin and Ghaelin) decided they didn't care and they wanted to go ahead today and get-r-done! Sasha on the other hand.....not so much! Well 2 against 1 always wins so off we went!

I think the eldest Patel male had some initial hesitation to having a photo shoot, but he was soon chuckling at my jokes and seemed to be having a good time! It was so great of them to brave the rain, bugs, humidity, and jellyfish on the beach to have our session.

We did end up cutting it a bit short but will be heading out again to finish up our session once the rainy weather settles down. For now though, I had a great time photographing an amazingly gorgeous family. I can't wait to take them out again!

The Noble Family, Newport News Family Photographer

Yesterday I got to meet two of the most handsome men under 4 feet tall I have ever met---Jordan and Ryan! Joanna contacted me about family pictures earlier this summer and despite the ever present heat, we managed a great session! Thing One and Thing Two as they are nicknamed did not disappoint me either! Not only did they show off some of their best smiles, they showed some of their funniest faces as well! I got muscles, crossed eyes, tongues out, you name it! This family was so easy going, I can see why mom loves them so much! We popped over to a couple of different locations, all of which provided gorgeous back drops and generous landscapes for our shots. I am very happy I was given the opportunity to work with them! Now my biggest problem is going to be deciding between color or black and white because these kids look great in both!

Meet the Swann Family!

While on vacation in Jacksonville Beach, Fl, I was able to work with a fabulous family--The Swanns. This family has three gorgeous little girls who are all full of life. We trooped down to the beach for a quick mini-session for some more traditional family shots---and then some not so traditional shots playing in the water and just enjoying themselves. It was a great time and I can't wait to see them again next time we are all in town.

Jahn-Javine Wedding--Newport News, VA Wedding Photographer

June 13, 2009 was the day that Starla and Scott said "I do" in front of their closest friends and family, and I am so proud to have been asked to document such important time in their lives. Despite hardships before the wedding including illness and broken bones, the day went off without too many hitches. The bride was goregous and despite a bulky cast and painful broken ankle, the groom was in high spirits! I couldn't have asked for a more fun group to photograph even though the groomsmen kept making me laugh throughout the service and of course on the dancefloor during the reception! The day was gorgeous and the reception was a blast! Thank you Scott and Starla for inviting me to be a part of one of the most important days of your life!

Here is your sneak peak---to help you relive those moments of such a wonderful event!

FORE!!!!! Newport News Sports Photographer

Nothin says lovin like heading out for a round of golf! I had the pleasure in playing in a foursome today with newlyweds Brad and Jessica! It was my first time officially out on a course and Jessica's too I believe. The guys were VERY understanding and willing to lend a hand to show us how it was done. All in all it was a great day spent with great people! I didn't do great, but I had NO water hazards and finished only losing 2 balls!!! All in all it was a wonderful way to spend a Sunday morning!

Expecting A Miracle--Newport News Maternity Photographer

Jesse, Zac, and Izzy can't wait to meet their newest family member, Dorian! He is expected to make his way into the world in late July so now was the perfect time to show off the bump and take some fun and gorgeous maternity photographs. Jesse was absolutely glowing this morning while I took her shots. Izzy on the other hand wanted to play----and nothing to do with having his picture taken. All in all it was a good morning, so now its just a waiting game for Dorian to make his way into the world!