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wonder what new things baby pix has to offer? want a peek from recent photo sessions? need some photography tips for your next special occasion? looking for an excuse to put off doing laundry just a little bit longer? then please, sit down, put your feet up, declare "mommy recess time" and explore the blog.
want to see more? check out the baby pix photography website.
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fun things to do with your Instagrams! {asheville baby photographer}

Sunday, September 16, 2012

who doesn't love instagram?? even those of us (like me, dawn) who still have phones from the stoneage can't help but appreciate the way instagram brings a fun spin on the images captured by smartphone users (like stacey).
now there are even more reasons to love the instagram app.  companies are popping up all over the web offering new ways to enjoy your instagram photos by more than just sharing them on facebook.

mini & tiny books

these are too cute!  what a perfect alternative to the bulging scrapbooks and photo albums lined up on your already over-crowded bookshelf.

with the mini & tiny books by PRINTSTAGRAM measuring at mere inches, these would fit perfectly into a stylish bowl or tray on your coffee table and would be sure to spark fun conversation.







...and the prices are tiny too!
mini book (measures 3.5" x 2.4") 
set of 2 for $12
tiny book (measures 1.7" x 1.5")
set of 3 for $10


yummy chocolate pictures

 seriously . . . COCOAGRAPH allows you to upload your own instagram photos and they will print it as an edible photograph on top of delicious chocolate bars!  what a great idea for favors at your next baby/wedding shower or birthday party.


decorate your fridge and office

as a user on STICKYGRAM put it,
"your fridge just got cooler". . . ha!

this company realized the obvious:
your instagrams make the best little magnets.

see for yourself!

($14.99 per sheet of 9)



protect your phone in style

 bring your instagrams full circle by snapping the pic, upgrading the image with the instagram app, and then have CASETAGRAM turn it into an uber-personalized protective case for your smartphone or iPad.

head over to their website to find out which phones are currently compatible with their cases.











NEXT WEEK:  A PERSONAL STORY "SERVICE DOG FOR LUKE"


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my summer scrapbook {asheville baby photographer}

Sunday, September 9, 2012

for me, not much could be better than spending time with my friends...except, of course,  for when i get to take pictures of their precious little ones too! i truly, truly love it. although i was not technically back into full work mode, that did not stop babies from being born or children growing up. haha. time & life wait for no one.

with that being said, i could not help myself but to go and spend time in asheville's botanical gardens and friends' homes over these past few months to photograph some special people in my life.

while getting the images together for this post, i made an awesome discovery. . . my 3 distinct styles of photography!  the images i picked out for today naturally fell into one of three categories:  color burst, nostalgic vintage & timeless black & white.  if you are just getting to know me and my business, i would say these collections are a great representation of what baby pix photography is all about.



on a more personal side . . . here are some pix from our family vacation in Brevard this past July.  when i'm on vacation, i opt for my iPhone rather than my "good" camera for convenience sake.  i do not like to be weighed down with a bunch of gear nor do i worry about keeping all the photography rules.  instead, i am more focused on capturing the moment to document our time together.  since i have older kids i like adding warm earthy tones with high contrast to my images.


NEXT WEEK:  fun things to do with your instagram photos!

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113 days till Christmas!!! {asheville baby photographer}

Sunday, September 2, 2012


i believe it's safe to say that for most of us, the countdown has begun.  summer is drawing to a close and department stores will undoubtedly be trading out their left over halloween costumes for their shiny new christmas items in just a few short weeks.  as you start to shift your mindset to the cooler months and holidays, my hope is that baby pix photography would come across your radar as well.

here are some specials happening in the month of september ONLY that are sure to help you get a jump start on your gift giving ideas for this december.
SEPTEMBER SPECIALS:
*mini sessions (30 min.) are only 75.00
*full sessions (2 hrs.) are only 150.00

*receive 10% off your holiday card order

please be aware that there are only a limited number of spots available for this year's holiday sessions and also note that i will not be scheduling any holiday sessions after november 30th.  i've set this deadline to be sure that i'm able to give each client the same quality of care as far as completing the session and getting the order produced, packaged, and delivered on time.

don't let december sneak up on you! this is your chance to get ahead on your gifts and to get some great photos to keep and to give away!  check out my boards on pintrest for new ideas on how to gift your photos in more than just a picture frame this year.

upcoming blogs:
my summer scrapbook of recent sessions

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blogging {asheville baby photographer}

Sunday, August 26, 2012


it's about time i used this blog for what it's meant....frequent blogging! novel concept, right? once again,  the summer has pretty much come and gone in the blink of an eye and i am so excited to share with you the whirlwind of sessions and activities that my company and family has experienced over these past few beautiful months.
before i do that, i wanted to give you an idea of what to expect from my blog in the future.  i now have my own personal blog fairy, dawn smith, who will be helping me in this area.  i hope we can all agree that no one is perfect, so here is what i'm generally planning to have posted in this blog over the course of each month:

week 1: business updates - this could range from time-sensitive special offers to new products that i'm offering.
week 2: recent session highlights - of course, this would be your sneak peek of a session from the previous month showing off a new precious little one or a family.
week 3: photography tips - since i can't be with you for every special occasion and vacation, i will be giving you some tips on how you can take better pix with your own camera and different ways you can organize and showoff your handiwork.
week 4: personal updates - this will be my chance to give you a deeper glimpse into my life as a wife, mom, and texas native who loves living in the mountains of western north carolina!

upcoming blogs to look forward to:

week 1: business update featuring special offers for sessions booked for the month of september & october
week 2: my summer scrapbook of recent sessions



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important update to pintrest post from june 1st

Saturday, June 9, 2012


i've received some recent feedback from those of you who have attempted to locate and follow the new baby pix page on PINTREST.  (by the way, you guys ROCK for already trying to check it out!)  

unfortunately, it seems there was one important piece of information missing from the instructions in my previous blog post on how to FOLLOW baby pix on PINTREST.  

if you would like to try again, just click here and it should take you straight to my boards, then click FOLLOW.  

if that doesn't work then follow the 4 easy steps below.
     1.) login to PINTREST
     2.) type "baby pix photography" in the search window
     * NEW STEP!! *
     3.) at the top left of the next screen, there should be three links: one for PINS, BOARDS, and PEOPLE.  click on PEOPLE to get to the actual baby pix photography page.  
     4.) finally, click FOLLOW.

my apologies for the confusion.  thanks again, friends!  i hope you enjoy what i've put together for you on PINTREST!

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baby pix photography has joined PINTREST

Friday, June 1, 2012

baby pix photography has now joined the oh-so-wonderfully addictive world of PINTREST! 


now you can follow baby pix photography on PINTREST and have immediate access to boards showcasing the variety of products and styles available to you when you choose baby pix for your next photo session.  current board categories include:
     -  side-by-side mage enhancements to help you find discover you style
     -  the playful, yet sophisticated ORGANIC BLOOM FRAMES 
     -  styles and layout choices to be used in your albums, image boxes, proof cd/case, and more
     -  stationary options ranging from birth announcements to holiday cards
     
one of the most frequent questions I am asked when planning a photo session is, of course, "WHAT TO WEAR?"  when you visit baby pix on PINTREST, you will find a whole board has been dedicated to groupings of family attire that mix & match the style of mom and dad with the innocence and quirkiness of children's clothing perfectly.  

my desire is to make the planning and preparation for your photo session with me a time of excitement, anticipation, and most of all, ease.  it has been a joy creating these boards as i hope that it will become a tool that relieves any unnecessary stress from my clients as they navigate their way through this process.

also, just for fun and because i'm always looking for new activities to try out with my own children, i have added a special board to the page that i would love for you to check out.  "fun with kids" is a board that will give you ideas on creative crafts, innovative games, and just maybe a new idea or two for you to try out on a rainy day when hide-and-go-seek just won't cut it anymore. :)

simply login to PINTREST, type "baby pix photography" in the search window, and click the "follow" button.  

i am excited for you to experience this new feature of baby pix photography and look forward to any questions you might have after visiting the site.  

happy pinning!

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i'm back!

Sunday, April 22, 2012

my homeschooling adventure is coming to an end . . . 


it has been more challenging than i ever expected.  my youngest who is on the autism spectrum needed more assistance than i could give him.  in january, he went back to public school where he has an excellent teacher and a wonderful support staff.  he now receives the therapies and individual attention he needs.  

i have had a sweet time homeschooling my 5th grader.  it has been wonderful watching him become more independent, grow in areas of academic weakness and discover a love for reading.

i am looking forward to this summer and the months to come as i get back into the swing of photographing little ones and their families.  

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