Lisa Nelson Photography

trash the prom dress...

...so I've been itching to do this for a while now, and it might sound weird to some (or a lot) of people...but it has been gaining lots of popularity lately. And not wanting to be left out of the fun, I just had to give it a try. :) So, I found myself a willing victim...I mean...model, a couple of prom dresses and we headed down to the lake. And let me tell you, it was tons of fun. Now granted...I wasn't the one that was laying on my belly in the lake that wasn't exactly "warm" yet, but it was fun to think of different stuff we could do. I think we definately got some keepers and we didn't even wreck the dresses! Thank you so much to my model Kayla for being so willing to take on this adventure with me. And if you're interested in a trash the dress session, give me a call!

 

 

 

a breakthrough...

Little A. just turned 3 recently and previously really enjoyed giving me a hard time when we attempt to do her yearly pictures. Last year at 2, she thought it was hilarious to smile really big, but close her eyes. She was doing what she was supposed to do, but yet the picture wouldn't work since her eyes were closed. Such a little stinker. :) But this year, different story...she decided that she would like to be more of a model and did a fantastic job! It was amazing! So...who knows what's in store for me next year at 4, but I hope things continue like this time. :)

 

Here is her always cooperative older sister who will be 6 in a couple of weeks. Soooo hard to believe that she is almost 6. I remember when she was a tiny baby...sigh...

 

and I even went in for the bonus shot and tried the sisters together!

growing up...

...kids grow up too fast, I'm discovering. I think my 5 year old is going on 25 somedays, which is why as parents we should never stop capturing them just when they are little, but when they are almost teenagers too. Tweens are important too! :) Here is B. who is becoming quite the grown lady. Hope you enjoy your summer B.!

  

  

a new one...

Summer is in full swing finally...the weather has started to warm up and I've been a busy girl with photo sessions. So...that means that things are taking a little bit longer getting to the blog. Here's a new little cutie that just recently came into the world. Her mommy even let me put her in the weeds! And...I am happy to report that none of us found any wood ticks on us, most importantly little K. :)

Welcome to the world little K. Can't wait to watch you grow!

 

 

  

giving back...and looking forward

so...as I'm sitting here on a Sunday afternoon where the weather is a balmy 58 degrees outside, I'm wondering if it actually is June or am I looking at the calendar wrong??? Yesterday we had to turn the heat back on so that our toes didn't freeze and fall off...it's a teeny tiny bit warmer today, but nothing to get too excited about. So...even though the weather isn't exactly fantastic, I am still super excited that it's "supposedly" summer and that means lots of fun outdoor sessions.

So...as a way to "kick off" the summer season, I am posting my first official blog special. You're excited aren't you, thought so...

Here's what I'm proposing...stay with me...this might take a little while. Some of you may know that my little niece Madisyn was diagnosed at birth with Cystic Fibrosis. CF is a chronic illness that is caused by a defective gene and its protein product that forces the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus which clogs the lungs and obstructs the pancreas - leading to severe respiratory and malabsorption related problems. We are extremely optimistic that she will experience a cure in her lifetime. CF Research has produced some incredible maintenance related drugs that have contributed to the overall life expectancy increasing from 1 year of age in the 1950s to 37 years of age in 2007. In addition to maintenance treatments, the research has produced some substances that target the very source of the problem. Therapies categorized as 'Protein Assist/Repair' are entering final phases of drug trials - with availability to patients occurring in the near future!

Today Madisyn (I'm guessing she'll be in her stroller though), her parents & grandparents and many other supporters will be participating in the Great Strides Walk in Anchorage, AK ( which is why Auntie is not there) to raise money for CF research, and as the proud auntie I want to help however I can and because I would really, really like to see a cure for little Madi.

So, in honor of Madisyn, for one week only, any sessions scheduled to take place in June or July, Lisa Nelson Photography will donate half of the session fee to Great Strides. And don't worry...you get something too...you will receive a $50 print credit towards your order from your session! Isn't that great how everybody gets something? :) So...basically, you don't have to pay a session fee. There are limited spots available, but will do my best to fit everyone in so we can raise lots of money for CF research! Session fee is due at time of booking to reserve your spot.

Also, as a personal update...I will be taking maternity leave during the month of August and will resume sessions again in September. So, if you're thinking of booking a session for this summer, please consider my CF special or else we can get you booked for a regular session in Sept or Oct. I'm all about options here. :)

Remember the CF special is only for 1 week, ending next Sunday, June 14th. This special is for new and current clients, so spread the word! 

701.306.9643 or lisamnelsonphotography@hotmail.com

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And just to tug on your heartstrings, here's a picture of the little princess. :)

one is fun...

well...most of the time. Not so much when you add teething, wanting to be a big kid but not quite big enough, still having to take naps...and lots of other stuff. Little B. recently turned 1 and thought it was pretty fun to show me all the "benefits" of being one. :) But...I am happy to report that I was able to get some great pics for Mom!

 

little blondie...

Yea!!! I'm so happy to be able to be doing sessions outdoors now! Have I ever mentioned how much I love shooting outside??? It's the best! This little blonde cutie is A. and she just recently turned 2. I just love her blonde hair and big brown eyes. Love the dress and sandals too!

I love the windblown hair!

 

 

a comedian...

This little dude has a ton of personality...and he really cracks himself up. Maybe that's why we had so much fun, I often crack myself up too. :) He wasn't too sure if this whole picture thing was really what he wanted to do that day, you can see his "enthusiastic" look in this 1st picture. Everytime I look at it I start giggling. It's like he's daring me to just go ahead and try to get a picture of him smiling or looking remotely happy...

 

but then I got this...

 

and this...

 

and my favorite of all...

 

So...I guess it wasn't so painful after all. :)

ladies man...

 Mr. C. just turned 5 and by looking at his t-shirt seems to be a self-declared ladies man. That shirt totally cracks me up! He did tell me that he has "several" girlfriends, so apparently it must be true. :) Thanks for sticking with me outside in the cold for a while to get some fun shots. Hope all your girlfriends approve C.!

 

  

This one is for the ladies...

mama's girl...

...I see 'em all the time, but it can pose some difficulty when we're trying to do pictures. Mom can be helpful for a while...but then I sometimes just have to kick her out of the area. :) Or maybe sometimes...I just don't want to share. :) I had a super fun time with little L. who is 9 months old now. 

  

She wasn't too excited about the cute stuff I bought for her to wear...but I still think it's adorable.