About melissa

Melissa Agnese is a retired lawyer turned mother of two. When she isn't busy raising her gifted & talented young tots, she enjoys prettifying her new Austin home and plotting ways to become Kate Middleton's BFF.

Austin Family Photography – Classic & Colorful Multigenerational Shoot

When Austin family photographer Ziem gets the chance to work with dear friends, it makes the shooting all the sweeter. Speaking of sweet, she was thrilled recently to work with the Singh family, whose planned family shoot blossomed into a colorful, multigenerational party.

austin newborn family photographers ziem photographyaustin newborn family photographers ziem photographyaustin newborn family photographers ziem photography

The gorgeous Singh home offered our photographer-in-chief a number of her favorite family photography elements – a luxe, neutral backdrop with plenty of natural light, combined with the family members’ vibrant wardrobe to contrast with all of those on-trend neutrals, *and* a smart, fun, funny family in residence. Mama Singh wanted to go for a timeless, classic look, and that’s exactly what Ziem delivered.

austin newborn family photographers ziem photography austin newborn family photographers ziem photography austin newborn family photographers ziem photography austin newborn family photographers ziem photography

Some of the best photos come from unplanned moments, and the Singh shoot was no exception. Ziem cherished the opportunity to capture the grandparents, aunty, uncles, and kids alike. The family came alive in the game room, where the boys did flips with Uncle, and the older brother gamely allowed younger brother to play along. The love amongst the generations was clear.

austin newborn family photographers ziem photography austin newborn family photographers ziem photography austin newborn family photographers ziem photography austin newborn family photographers ziem photographyaustin newborn family photographers ziem photographyAs always, Ziem loved working with the Singhs and appreciates the opportunity to capture their classic, colorful clan on camera!

ziem photography | contributor | austin photographers

 

Austin Portrait Photographer – Fit, Fabulous & Forty!

If this is what forty looks like, sign us up!

austin photographers ziem photographyAndy, the yogi pictured, is a dear friend of both Ziem & yours truly as well as a yoga teacher & a mom of two (!); in honor of her recent 40th birthday, Ziem gifted her with a photo session. Andy tells us she’ll keep these as a reminder of what she was once capable of doing, but something tells us she’ll retain her signature sunny outlook & outrageous, yoga-toned bod well beyond 40.

austin photographers family newborn children ziem photography austin photographers family newborn children ziem photographyaustin photographers family newborn children ziem photography

Ziem relished getting creative with natural light to highlight Andy’s toned physique, not that said physique needed any help – have we mentioned Andy is a mother of two little ones?! Can you feel our envy from here? Jealousy aside, Ziem loved collaborating with our friend, who came up with much of the shot staging herself.

austin photographers family newborn children ziem photographyaustin photographers family newborn children ziem photography
austin photographers family newborn children ziem photographyaustin photographers family newborn children ziem photography

Ziem is thrilled to finally be sharing these photos with our sweet friend & is honored she got to be a part of her 40th birthday celebration. Andy, you make forty look insanely good!

Want to commemorate a milestone birthday or event of your own? Contact Ziem at z@ziemphotography.com today!

ziem photography | contributor | austin photographers

 

 

 

Austin Newborn Photography: Sunshine in the Rain

One of newborn photographer Ziem’s latest Belly to Birthday clients, the Ade family, put some much needed sunshine into this rainy spring:

austin newborn photographers family photographer ziem photography

No gloomy weather could prevent Baby from positively glowing. At 9.5 all-natural (!) pounds, Baby Ade also has the distinguished accomplishment of being one of the most statuesque newborn clients Ziem has had to date. He held the record for the biggest, in fact, only to be surpassed a few days later by another ZP client (photos to come, naturally.) Happily baby boy didn’t seem too bothered by losing his title.

austin newborn photographers family photographer ziem photography austin newborn photographers family photographer ziem photography

austin newborn photographers family photographer ziem photography

austin newborn photographers family photographer ziem photographyZiem made the best of the low lighting we’ve had here in Austin lately, staging the photos near a window to make best use of any natural sun. She got some terrific shots despite the gloom, wouldn’t you say?

austin newborn photographers family photographer ziem photography

The trusty family pooch made a re-appearance in these newborn photos as well, providing puppy photobombing just as he did during Mama Ade’s maternity shoot.

Rain or shine, Ziem loved working with the Ades – and the family canine slash photo hog – again & is looking forward to more B2B fun to come!

Interested in booking a Belly to Baby package? Contact Ziem at z@ziemphotography.com today!

ziem photography | contributor | austin photographers

 

 

Austin Family Photography – Bluebonnet Season Blues

Just in time for that legendary Austin time of year – bluebonnet season, Austin family photographer Ziem offered her fabulous mini-sessions package. Appropriate to the color of the season, the Glazer family and their bluebonnet-blue eyes made for a fun session:

austin family newborn photographer ziem photography

As is wont to happen with shoots involving toddlers, the oldest brother proved adorable but decided photo time was a time to act, well, toddler-y. Ziem, being all too familiar with toddler tricks, managed to wrangle some fabulous shots regardless.

austin family newborn photographer ziem photography austin family newborn photographer ziem photography

Dad masterfully corralled the older brother so that Mom & baby brother could enjoy some shots together, just in time for Mother’s Day.

austin family newborn photographer ziem photography austin family newborn photographer ziem photographyaustin family newborn photographer ziem photography

Ziem loved working with the Glazers & particularly enjoyed Mom’s attention to the shoot details. Mom took advantage of Ziem’s complimentary wardrobe consultation services and carefully planned the family’s wardrobe pre-shoot. Ziem can’t wait to work with the Glazers & those bluebonnet blues again, toddler tricks & all!

Interested in booking a mini-session or other family photo experience? Contact Ziem at z@ziemphotography.com today!

ziem photography | contributor | austin photographers

Family Lifestyle Photographer Austin – Rub-a-Dub-Dub, Three Kids in the Tub

When longtime clients the Bayne family asked Ziem to shoot their precious baby boy during bath time, she couldn’t wait to jump at the creative challenge. Having shot multiple events for the Baynes, from Leila’s first birthday (Photographer’s update: see Leila’s “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” glam session), to a maternity and newborn session, this sudsy shoot would be the one Ziem loved most of all. You can see why. Family Lifestyle Photographer Austin.

family lifestyle photographer austin

With Lawson being the Baynes’ final child, they were eager to capture the precious ritual of baby bath time for posterity. There’s just something so intimate, so sweet about that fresh baby smell post-bath. The way they snuggle into you as you towel the day’s worries away is priceless. Family Lifestyle Photographer Austin

family lifestyle photographer austin

The shoot began with Mom & Baby Boy alone in the bath. Of course Big Brother , a.k.a. Chief Executive Bubble Blower, wanted in on the fun! He patiently awaited his turn to join. But not before waking up his little sister.

family lifestyle photographer austin

Big Sister, groggy from an interrupted nap, rallied to the occasion. Ziem donned her 2yo’s thinking cap (something she claims to do on the regular) and engaged Leila in some princess talk. The session ended with a few treasures. There are few things she loves as much as her beloved blankie and pacie. Family Lifestyle Photographer Austin.

family lifestyle photographer austin

Talk about a sweet, photogenic bunch! Ziem loved working with the Baynes again & can’t wait to see their beautiful brown eyed babes again soon. Family Lifestyle Photographer Austin

family lifestyle photographer austin

What special time in your family’s life would you love captured? Contact Ziem for details and ideas. Check out her latest work on Facebook.

Family Lifestyle Photographer Austin

ziem photography | contributor | austin photographers
1 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 18