{austin family photographer} the haygoods

I am waking up in approximately 5 hours for a shoot {JOY!}, but thought I’d check in on the blog and share a few favorites from a recent session.

We began planning this one with a series of e-mails and text messages discussing location, time/date, and weather along with general chattiness one would expect when photographing a fellow photographer and her family. {That’s right — all fun, no pressure around here.}

Several days before the scheduled date, we were advised a cold front would be coming through, and we couldn’t decide whether to reschedule or go for it. I am always prepared for unpredictable behavior with children and weather, and so I was ready to work as fast as possible!

Those dimples. Very cute or a lot of cute? I agree!

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{austin newborn photographer} baby claire

“Sometimes it’s the smallest things that take up the most room in your heart.” -Pooh

I met Hannah and Keith at a tacky Christmas sweater party two years ago and it’s a shame we haven’t had the opportunity to see each other since! They were a delight to work with and such wonderful parents to their two lovely children.

Baby Claire was the star of our session and was she ever the peaceful and easy baby to photograph?! I look forward to seeing more of this sleeping beauty in the coming months as we continue to document her tiny life.


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{destination photographer} being

Being a part of this family means you are part of something very wonderful.

Ambergris Caye, Belize

I had the fortunate opportunity to hop across the pond recently – not before a bit of airline drama, of course – to capture memories of this beautiful assemblage. I’m so glad the stars aligned; I loved being there and being with this amazing clan.

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new beginnings

Happy New Year! First and foremost, please forgive me for the quietness around here {I do realize I failed to blog about 20 or so sessions in 2012 and if you’re one of the clients, please do not kick me off your Christmas card list!} Among the many exciting moments this past year, my most favorites were: the blessing of my marriage, the birth of my second child and the new title I’ve acquired – ‘international photographer’.

Our renewal took up all of Q1 and I found out shortly after I was pregnant with baby #2. I will spare you details of my pregnancy and birth, but I must say traveling to Belize was a great end to my maternication last week and, together with my little family {latest joiner included}, we ended the year just right.

For over half a decade now, I have renounced resolutions and, alternatively, I have instead chosen a quote at the start of the new year. Togetherness – my general pledge or intention for the next twelve months. Being a mom is rewarding but not without sweat and hard work. Finally, after the universe told me three times in the last few weeks, “The days are long but the years are short“, I realized I need to put forth more effort to entertain family and friends, schedule HH’s with the girls, and sneak out for date nights with the hubby.

What do you guys vow to do in 2012? Hugs and cheers to new beginnings! Love and happiness to everyone everywhere. I look forward to many many more blessings in the new year!

xxxo,

Ziem


Ambergris Caye, Belize

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{austin weddings} suzanne + jairy

 

I shot Suzanne and Jairy’s “Something Green” wedding last month at Springdale Farm and I’m finally ready to share the first set of images! You may remember them from their summer engagement session.

The couple set out to “reuse, reduce, recycle” as much as possible that day and their lifestyle was reflected perfectly in every gorgeous detail. Making it a point to stay away from retail stores as much as possible, Suzanne and Jairy used re-purposed plates, jars, plates and wine bottles for their wedding and reception decor. Card stock was donated for their invitations and napkins were made out of fabric swatches.

It was a beautiful day to be on the farm and I felt extremely blessed to be there and capture their love. The bride and groom are amazing individuals from wonderful families and I foresee a lifetime of happiness and friendship between the two.

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