Well, I’m getting tons of practice with all of the little munchkins lately. It’s good I need it. They’re challenging and keep me on my toes. They take a while, but the end result is always sweet little one pictures.
Holly, Andrew, and Max welcomed baby Anathea on January 18th. A robust 8lbs. 9ozs, this little one is a sleeper . . . . .well, . . . .. according to Mom, that is. I’ve got a magic touch. I can make even the most sleepiest of sleepy babies snap out of it and wake up. I’m being totally sarcastic! It’s just funny. I always want sleepy baby pics, but somehow end up with the newbies with superhero strengths that kick their legs out from underneath them, lift their heads, and push away. I’m just waiting for one to say to me, “what in the world are you trying to do with me!”.
I’ve decided to just embrace the awake baby, at any age! They’re cute awake or asleep and I’ve just got to adapt to working a little bit harder and longer.
Nonetheless, I had a blast with Ana. She’s so totally adorable and squishy. Congrats Holly, Andrew, and Max!
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So excited to share that Swank Photo Studio is featured in two top local magazines.
Southern Bride & Groom is host to our wedding feature for Brett & Allison’s wedding at the Preston Woodall House in Benson, NC. An absolutely gorgeous wedding designed by the very talented Shawn Schindler of Your Special Day.
And then moving on over to The Bride\’s Book , we are generously featured throughout the pages of the magazine boasting our gorgeous bride’s and grooms from 2009. Please also check out their blog . Christy & Ferris’ gorgeous Grand Bahamian wedding is featured there too.
You can find copies of Southern Bride & Groom at Belk’s throughought the region as well as local boutique dress shops and other wedding vendors in the Triangle area. The Bride’s Book can be found throughout the Triangle including Barnes & Noble booksellers and Harris Teeter.
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Well, my dear friend and fellow colleague Holly is expecting her little Anathea any day now. Well, Monday to be exact. And she’s totally adorable. She’s one of those mommies-to-be that doesnt’ start showing until the 7th month and when she does, it’s just a perfect round little belly. The girl just glows and she carries pregnancies well.
So we had a little fun for her session. I always love the look of jeans for the moms-to-be and what isn’t more fun than painting the belly. We did. We couldn’t resist. A smiley face was in order. Big brother to be, Max was quite taken aback by Mom’s ‘yeller’ belly.
I’m excited to share these pics with you.
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So totally thrilled and honored! I’m humbled to say that our booth was named Best in Show for the 2010 bridal show. Thank you for all whom thought that much of the space. It was a fun and funky space!
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Come meet Swank Photo Studio!! We’ll be at the Jim Graham bldg. this Saturday, Jan. 2nd and Sunday, Jan. 3rd for the Forever Bridal Show.
Register to win a Vintage Vixen session valued at $450 and also your wedding day hair and makeup and trial by Margo of Belloviso.
Bridal Show Promo-
Swank Photo Studio Wedding Collection offerings
Our Vintage Vixen Promo for January
Also be sure to vote for us in the Photographer’s Gallery and for our booth space if you just happen to think we’re cool!
Looking forward to seeing you there and to finding out whom our new SWANK brides are going to be!! : P
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When I met with Kim and Brian last year; I walked away from a great meeting and knew I really wanted their wedding. The theme was to be a Halloween goth wedding on Halloween night. It is truly my most favorite holiday, one in which I legally can transform into a kid again.
This wedding could’ve taken a totally tacky approach. But pretty hard to do when given the backdrop of Barclay Villa, a castle in Angier, NC was the host venue, and Kim’s keen eye for chic details. It was pure Halloween elegance with touches of whimsy. Very well done!
I had no idea the amount of details I was up against. From Kim’s orange petticoat, to the ultra chic wedding cake by Donna Ford of Sweet Memories Bakery adorned with fondant bats floating around the cake, and a full onslaught candy bar with candy that would make even the oldest of children’s eyes gleam! The kicker of it all for me was the masquerade influence. Their bridal party was announced sporting masks reminiscent of those from Anthony Kubrick’s, Eyes Wide Shut.
Overall, I’m so thrilled with the opportunity to shoot something different. This for me was different and totally a blast!
Congrats and wonderful wishes to the sweetest of couple’s, Kim and Brian. Never stop smiling, Brian!!
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Love an overcast day as a photog. No squinters and the colors are saturated, just how I like them! And throw in a gorgeous couple with impeccable style, and you’ve got a recipe for magical pictures.
Ben and Elizabeth date back to the days of Red Lobster. The romance stewed up between the two over work at the restaurant where they noticed the commonality of their personalities. Bottom line, these two admit each other as FUN! And after getting to know them further, I know they appreciate the simple things in life; renting movies and BBQ’ing together at home. It only seemed befitting that their reception was to be held at their home.
Their wedding took place on perfect ‘10′, October 10th and was held at a local park in High Point, NC. The couple got married on the lawn of the park in front of the fountain. It was an intimate affair of 60 people or so, with their closest of friends and family in attendance. Afterwards we partook in some misty rainy pics as we strolled the grounds of the beautifully landscaped park. Elizabeth’s gown by Maggie Sattero was unlike any gown I have ever seen. It had heavy crystal beading on top of a lace overlay. It was almost all too befitting that she would carry a bouquet adorned with white, billowy feathers.
Many beautiful blessings to the pair.
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She’s family. My husband’s cousin and probably goes down as one of the best weddings I’ve been a guest.
So life is progressing. Baby Olivia is set to arrive in the next few weeks and we’re all waiting and anxious and excited. Mostly me because I get to torment her with my camera, heating pad, and whatever cool prop I can get my hands on that day!
In the meantime, Matt & Liz are celebrating being pregnant and took time out to have a goddess session with me. Enjoy those last few weeks of nights with sleep because your life is going to be forever changed, Matt! Liz, I already know you’re not sleeping!
Peace sista! I know how you feel.
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Well, I must say that I’m so totally thrilled when these pedestrian’s of the downtown Smithfield area popped their heads in to my studio during a Vixen session.
After our initial consult, I knew that I was going to be in for a total treat. Love the client who demands something fun and different and indeed my thoughts were stewing when they told me they wanted to do a retro 50’s style shoot for their engagement session. First thing out of my mouth, “Do you know anyone with a 50’s style car?”. Answer, uh, Yes!!!!
Margo of Belloviso made the special trip out to the Studio to style the duo; James Dean(Jeremy definitely pulled this look off) and Kelly as a pin up style secretary complete with fishnets and bordello shoes.
My last minute thought was a dozen red ballons to add that extra punch of color and whimsy.
Thanks to you two Cats for making it a memorable occasion.
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by Stacy Borelli
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