Wow!!

That's what I actually said as I was uploading images from this session. I knew this one would be my favorite the moment I took it.

I NEED COLOR!!!

Fall is finally here, but I am just not happy with mother nature this year. Where are the bright reds and yellows and oranges?? We do have plenty of browns, light greens, and some sickly looking yellow trees around here but none of the great fall colors that I so look forward to. In response to this lack of COLOR, I am offering a new blog special.

This special is for those of you who aren't afraid of color, who are willing to step out of the box, those of you who will let me have some color in my life. With this special you will receive a free session and an 11x14 metallic print from your session. What's the catch you ask? Well you need to have an open mind and allow me to choose your child's outfit and the location. Okay so I am only going to offer 5 of these COLORFUL specials so hurry and book yours now!

402-239-8922

Meet the Golden Girls of Autumn!

So I might have posted this blog entry a little prematurely, look at the beautiful golden tree we found yesterday during my session with these two stunning sisters.

I had a great time Kim, and Miss L don't forget to call!!

These eyes captivate me!

You want me to let you in on my secret to getting eye contact with a 2 year old? I ask them to look in the camera and smile, and if they do "Elmo" or "Dora" (substitute their favorite character) will wave at them. This only works 1 or twice, if I'm lucky. I didn't get a big smile from this cutie, but I still love her inquisitive stare.

I couldn't decide on my favorite version of this image, so I am sharing all 3. I love the simplicity of the black and white, but then I lost those amazing blue eyes, so I did a vintage conversion. I would love to hear which one you like best.

An Evening with the Stars!

Some of you may be aware that my oldest daughter was born with Spina Bifida, which means cleft spine, an incomplete closure in the spinal column. There are an estimated 70,000 people in the United States are currently living with Spina Bifida, the most common permanently disabling birth defect. People with Spina Bifida may also deal with hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain), full or partial paralysis, bladder and bowel control difficulties, learning disabilities, depression, latex allergy, and social and sexual issues. The Spina Bifida Association of Nebraska http://www.spinabifidanebraska.org/ is organizing a Wine tasting Gala on October 26, 2007. At this Gala I will have a table available displaying my images as I have started a new project to help showcase the individuality of Spina Bifida. I will be photographing any child or adult with Spina Bifida to be included in a book, that will hopefully tie into the already released video " A Journey of Wonder". If you would like more information about Spina Bifida or information on how you can help with this project or the Gala please visit the SBAN's website or contact me at courtneycrumrine@hotmail.com.

And because this is my photo blog I'll add a couple images.

This one is of the beautiful Amanda, one amazing kid.

My oldest daughter, also an amazing Kid!

Isn't he the cutest?

I might be a little biased since this is my baby. He is growing and changing so much that I wanted to get some nice 2 year images of him. I am always a little jealous when I am able to capture adorable images for my customers, because my kids seem so hard to photograph.

I love this image, and I am so glad that one of these turned out. He would run ahead of me on the path and then turn to make sure I was following.

Here he is actually posing for me, this lasted all of about 20 seconds and then he was off running again.

Mr. & Mrs. Harms

I loved everything about this wedding, gorgeous decorations, awesome colors, beautiful weather (minus the wind), and one of the sweetest couples you'll ever meet!!

did I mention how much fun they were?!?

October Specials

Christmas is only 86 days away, so it is time to start thinking about those Christmas card sessions. Everyone who books your session in October will receive a 15% discount (does not apply to mini sessions).

October 17 & 18

October 21

Family MINI-Sessions in the park

$50.00

What you get:

30 minute session at Chautauqua Park

24 Christmas cards

Call 239-8922 to make your appointment.