A Ginger and His Bride [engaged] | MHP Louisville, KY Engagement Photographer

A few sweet nothings from the couple-to-be:

 What do you love about your partner?

Kevin: "Her eyes, smile, long curly hair, drive, responsibility, & organizational skills" 

Brittany: "He's a ginger :) His care for others and myself, his spontaneity, the way he hugs, & his personality"
 

What do you want to remember about you two, right now?

Our love and commitment to one another. Who we are as a couple. (Note: people that do not know us may think we don 't like each other because we constantly joke around and razz each other lol)

Describe your perfect Saturday together:

Traveling, catching a football game or a concert, and dinner

Tell us about yourselves. What are your hobbies? What do you like to do together? What’s one fun fact about each person?

We grew up in the same area and live in the city but grew up country. We've known each other for more than a decade. We live, eat, sleep and breathe football. Particularly Alabama and Indianapolis. We love concerts (but sometimes our music choices vary), we love hanging out with our friends & families, and camping. Brittany loves traveling and the beach. 

 

If you could pick one word to describe you as a couple, what would it be?

Loving

Do you have a special location you’d like me to check out?

Organic and/or farmy, we are not opposed to architectural settings

-Are there any other things you think would be important that I know before our session?

We are not photogenic. Our best photos we have of each other are the ones we didn't know people were taking. But we love a good photo.
 

White Bows + Twinkle Toes + 10 Things Mom and Dad Were Thinking | Louisville, KY Family Photographer

I really think this adorable family nailed it.

It is certainly not their first time in-front of my camera, and they are pretty much pros by now. I mean look at that baby, doesn't get any sweeter.

If you follow me on facebook, (see the little circle F link to the right --------->) you might remember this little one from a couple months ago. She was the gorgeous girl in her momma's heirloom dress, EATING HER OWN TOES. Gah so sweet!

And now here she is with her beautiful big sisters just hamming it up for the camera.

But you will see they are laughing at something just to camera right. Mom and dad were doing a great job of cracking them up and I wanted to give you just a little peek into mom and dad's brains during the before during and after the shoot.

1. How did you feel before the photo shoot? Did you have any concerns?

Great! Only concern was if the baby would make it through, always tricky with naps!

 2. Did you prepare for the shoot? If so, how?

Just some shopping for the girls dresses and of course hair!

3. Did the girls undergo any smile/giggle practicing?

No!

 4. What makes your family giggle the most?

Unfortunately it's poop stories. Haha!

5. Was any member of the family bribed?

No!

6. What were your hopes for the session?

Sweet pictures of the girls

7. Based on the few images you've seen, do you think we accomplished goals?

Yes!!!!!

8. What were you thinking during the session?

I hope the baby cooperates.

9. Is there anything you would have done (or had Michelle do) differently?

Nope, everything was perfect!

10. Mark, What advice would you give other dads before their family photo shoot?
Do whatever your wife tells you to :) 
 

I'd say the baby cooperated, and this sweet family did such an amazing job. No giggle practice needed.

Xoxo,
Mich

P.S. Have you done a family portrait session recently? What other advice do you have for a successful family photo shoot?

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They are too cute not to!

What Do I Wear? | MHP Louisville, KY Family Portrait Photographer

Session is booked. Check!
Kids are still out of school. Check!
Hubs has the morning off work. Check!


Now what do we wear?!?


This question is one that I get a lot. And although I love perusing the mall, it seems that is the last place to find clothes that fit (your body and budget) and coordinate the night before a photoshoot. So I am trying to make this a little easier on you all.

First, what is a good photo post without pictures?

This is one great example of a colorful summer style board. I love these little boogers and I intend to make some of my own, but this little diddy was made by Whattowearguides.com (<--- theres a ton more fun there too)

 

This family (ahem Mom) did a great job coordinating for a very sweet pink and teal combo. I love that the clothes COMPLEMENT but are not too MATCHY, MATCHY.

Here are a few other great looks and ways to show your style.

  a simple black dress

accessories | shoes, hats 

 

even jammies

 

or

a suit and tie

 






Speaking of matchy, matchy, I think Pinterest and I were a match made in heaven. I mean, if I could get paid to pin and organize things all day, I would hop right on that. But I digress, I have started a cute little board on my Pinterest account that give some awesome ideas for what to expect at your shoot (more info on that in another post) and TONS of clothing looks from classic and timeless to trendy and, shall we say, MOD.

http://www.pinterest.com/mhaas01/mhp-what-do-i-do/

What is a "What To Wear" post without a "What Not to Wear" section?

Here it is, just a couple of points though, really.

 

And here are a few store suggestions, for lots of different price-ranges.

The most important thing is that your family looks like YOUR FAMILY. Not someone else's family, not a family out of Pleasantville if that doesn't fit your style.

So if you guys live in jeans and T's.
Wear jeans and T's.

We can dress it up a bit with sweaters and accessories or grass stains and mud spots. I want your family to feel comfortable in their skin, and their clothes.

And all else fails, most everything looks good in black and white ;)

By the way, did you see the Giveaway going on until Aug. 1? Nominate a loved one for a Free Digital Session! Wahoo!! Like and Share on Facebook!

Nominate someone you love to WIN a free photo session!

Ok Kids!  Listen, er, Read up! Summer is officially upon us and there are some gorgeous days for photos in the next couple of months. I have decided a little giveaway is in order. I have been bad and my little biz pages have been neglected lately.

What better way to get in the fun-loving spirit of summer than nominate someone you love for a free digital photo session!?!

Soooo here's the skinny...

When Mhaas Photography's Facebook page reaches 300 likes I will be giving away my newest offering, a free Digital Photo Session ~ including a session fee and at least 30 high resolution images!!! A $300 Value to one lucky winner.

To Enter...
Scroll down to the Rafflecopter Widget below. You get 1 entry each to:
-Like MHaas Photography's Facebook page
-NOMINATE SOMEONE other than you, TAG THEM in a comment with @
-POST A PIC of them for some extra fun, cell phone photos gladly accepted.


You can nominate as many people as you want, one each day.

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~Session is good for one (1) outdoor Family, Kids, Newborn, Engagement, or Maternity session (1-3 hours of shooting time) and at least 30 high resolution digital negative images. Limited to 5 people included in session.

~Photo Session winner will be chosen by random drawing on August 1 or when MHaas Photography Facebook page hits 300 likes (whichever happens later). The winner will have 1 week (7 days) to contact me to redeem/schedule session.

~No need to be a client already, all are welcome to enter. No purchase necessary, package cannot be redeemed for cash, and session must take place in the metro Louisville, KY area, subject to MHaas Photography availability.

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