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Her personality is that of a very nervous and timid one. Shy. Scared. But bossy.
She’s the one that’s with me almost 24/7. While Jack explores the wild outdoors for hours on end, Daisy is the one by my side. Neurotic through and through.
Daisy is truly only at peace when she sleeps. Or so she makes me think.
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On Friday, Christy and I did a little location scouting. While it ended up being more than just that, I did take my camera. I wanted to shoot anything I found interesting. However, it seems I just shot a few things in Lafayette Square and Soulard. Then, I forgot I had my camera. Well, not really. It was weighing down my shoulder in my purse. OUCH.
Christy moved here from California and really hasn’t explored the city and it was a great opportunity to show her around. We pretty much looped from Kirkwood to Webster to Lafayette Square to Soulard to downtown to The Loop and then over to Maplewood. We found a few antique stores to gawk in (my fav) and had some yummy lunch at Fitz’s and a cupcake at Jillys. It was a great day. But, exhausting.
We found some pretty neat locations and have some ideas for some types of shoots we want to try. If anything, our city really is inspiring. The history and the buildings fascinate me. I’ve always been interested in things that are old. I wonder often about the stories they could tell.
Anyway. Here are some familiar scenes to most of STL city locals.
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I love the Smile Lofts building…well, what was once a syrup/soda company.
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An “M” for the “M” wall we’re working on in the house!
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My cousin, Jen, humored me and put her wedding dress on. I didn’t take their wedding photos when they got married, my talented cousin, Bill did. But when they were in town last April for my gramp’s 90th birthday, Jen mentioned how fun a trash the dress type session would be…not really trashing a dress, but just having some fun in a downtown setting. So, I said, let’s do it! I love doing fun, off-the-wall stuff that I don’t normally get hired to shoot. It’s fun to do, and it’s fun to put in my portfolio. I love.
So, we met in Omaha…for a wedding mind you…and opted to hit downtown for some non-traditional rockin’ shots. They have been married for some time, but they still look like newly weds in love. P.S. I LOVE Omaha! Jen and Alan, thanks for letting me work my magic with you guys! THIS WAS FUN! Now, can’t wait to do more TTD type shoots. Who is next?
Look how awesome her hubby looks in this shot? LOVE IT!
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I didn’t use off-camera flash, but it looks like it here. I wish I had brought that gear with me! I got lucky in this shot to get the sky exposed this way.
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Dirty, smelly alleys are the best.
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I think we circled a block about five times before we finally came back to these chairs. Score. I wanted to take the teal and green ones home with me. Wonder why.
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When I finally saw her after we were in Omaha, I thought to myself, OMG she’s gotten so big in the past three months! It’s crazy how fast little ones grow. Especially when you don’t get to see them every day. When I went to Omaha a few weeks ago, I knew I would be photographing Kam again for her 9 month photos. I just wasn’t sure where.
We stayed with our cousin, Cathi, and I knew that her home would be a great spot for photos. It’s a little tough when you’re not from a certain area. You aren’t familiar with locations or how the lighting is in that region. It all makes such a difference. But, I think things worked out well. Despite us being so busy with a wedding that day, we managed to squeeze this in and I am in love.
I love her cheeks, and her chubby legs. Katlin, you have the most beautiful little girl ever. She is so loved by our families and you are blessed. I wish I lived closer to you all. Love Love!
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So many things come to mind when I think about Megan. Such a strong girl for so much she’s been through this year. When you see someone going through something rough you just ache for them. But, what I see in her is perseverance and a willingness to get through it all and push forward. Megan is Amy’s sister.
Megan graduated from Lafayette High School this year and is making a new life for herself in Oregon with her family. Jane and Louis introduced me to this family and I am so grateful for this. The best business is from those that are referred to us. It’s more than just giving you business. It says that you are respected and appreciated by someone. My heart flows over with the warm fuzzies when this happens to me.
This 7 x 7 album for Megan was bittersweet to put together. When I put the slideshow of her album in my program, the song just resonated. Megan, “It’s a Brand New Day.” Can’t wait to watch you succeed in this world!
As always, watch the video in the blog, and on Vimeo directly for HD and best quality.
Megan’s Senior Portrait Album from Holly McCaig Designs on Vimeo.
Thanks Megan!