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Father’s Day Contest & Giveaway!! {Family & Child Photographer, Lewiston MN}
Dad, Daddy, Daddio, Papa, Poppa, Father- Whatever your family calls them, the most important men in our lives are often our Dad’s or the Father’s of our own children.
I am lucky to have both.
My Dad is amazing. The bond between Fathers & Daughter’s is always special, but for me it was special in a different way. My mom passed away when I was 7, and my Dad has always been the most important person in my life. Our relationship has had it’s ups and downs, but the love has always been constant. I can’t put into words what my Dad means to me, and believe me I’ve tried (just ask him) but I always end up in tears (happy tears). Being around my Dad literally melts my heart, and seeing him with my children makes my heart a puddle.
Love you Dad.
Remember I said I was blessed to have both.. My hubby, is an amazing father! I’ve been with Ron for almost 10 years, and it’s been amazing to watch him grow and to step more and more into his role as a Dad with each of our 3 children’s births ( Ayden-5, Ava-3, Adeline- 7m).
The older Ayden gets the stronger that bond between Ron and him grows. They are best buds, and it’s amazing how different their relationship is from mine & Ayden’s. They talk superhero’s, lego’s & sports, we talk cooking & pictures. Then there is Ron and his girls, he is so wrapped around their little fingers … I love it!! Each of his girls has a special nickname that doesn’t make sense to anyone outside of our family.. Ava is Derka, and Adeline is Addington or Derka Jr. I am so glad my girls have such a special bond with their Daddy and can’t wait for them to experience that magical bond on their wedding days! *tears*
I could share many many images of Ron that are near and dear to my heart. But there is 1 image that stops me in my tracks every time. It was taken by the amazingly talented Becca Wersland (www.rebeccawerslandphotography.com) at the birth of our youngest daughter Adeline. They say “A Mother’s Glow”?? well, look at that proud papa glow!!
I Love you Baby! Thank you for being such an amazing Daddy to our children!
Didn’t I mention a Giveaway/Contest?
So In honor of all the amazing Dads out there, I am offering a Contest/Giveaway!!
The Prize: One Complimentary Family Session with Me!
A 1 hour session for up to 6 people at my studio or a location within 25 miles of Lewiston, MN
The Details: Contest will run from today June 14th, 2011- Sunday, June 19th 2011 at Midnight. Winner will be announced Monday June 20th.
To Enter: Submit 1 Image per household of a Dad that’s special to you with their children (Dad & Child in same image), along with a little blurb about why they’re such a great Dad. Please Submit your Images HERE (click this to go to my facebook page and submit a photo for the contest). Please spread the word, and tell family & friends!
The Winner will be chosen via a panel of Judges (Professional Photographers & Moms).
Pretty simple huh? No voting involved!
I leave you with this:
Poem: My Hero
A Godly love, given without compromise….
I recall many times that he stood by my side,
And prodded me on with great vigor and pride.
His voice ever confident, firm and yet fair,
Always speaking with patience, tenderness and care.
The power and might of his hands was so sure,
I knew there was nothing we couldn’t endure.
It’s true, a few others provided insight,
Yet, he laid the foundation that kept me upright.
He’s the grandest of men to have lived on this earth,
Although he’s not royal by stature or birth.
He’s a man of great dignity, honor and strength.
His merits are noble, and of admirable length.
He’s far greater than all other men that I know,
He’s my Dad, he’s my mentor, my friend and hero.
Family Portrait Session- Sneak Peek!
Great Great Family Session today!! The family is return clients of mine, and they were actually the first paying client I had when I started my business, and they’re still with me.. I think that’s a good sign. 
It’s amazing to me how much kids change in a year! I always enjoy photographing these cuties, and today was NO different, they had me laughing and acting like a idiot to get them laughing as well! Enjoy!
What to Wear to a portrait session?
A fellow photographer, and Cafemom Jessica Gwozdz shared this on her blog, and I have to share it with you all!
Many times clients ask, “What should we wear to our family portrait session?” Many of you think that everyone in the family needs to wear the exact same thing. While I have shot these types of portraits in the past, I would like to challenge you to think outside the box a little bit. One great technique for planning your family’s wardrobe is to imagine that you are dressing one person. If you lay the clothing for everyone out on the bed, does it all work together? Does anything clash? Below is a brown/beige/red palette to give you an example. Notice that nobody is wearing the exact same outfit, yet each item complements everything else in the grouping.
As always, I recommend that we have a clothing consultation before any session!
Here is one more example, courtesy of Rachel at Verve Life Portraits:
