Sweet Shade Photography

Sweet as Sugar

2011-11-02T17:05:00.001-07:00

Love is like a seed

2011-10-10T16:42:00.000-07:00

Another cute family shoot

2011-07-09T20:03:00.001-07:00

The only thing better than a sister is a brother

2011-07-05T22:42:00.001-07:00

Child labor?

2011-03-31T21:23:00.001-07:00

Ok, so maybe the title comes from a husband in law school, but I think you’d agree this little boy is so cute, it SHOULD be a crime!

The surprise was a boy

2011-03-07T10:34:00.001-08:00

This family waited to find out and the testosterone was the winner! He’s a cutie, too and I’m sure they are not disappointed. Congrats on the new arrival, E and here are a few for relatives to get to know him sooner.

Testing

2011-01-26T22:39:00.001-08:00

Just testing the colors and stuff on this pic. More to come…

Milestones for baby

2011-01-19T10:02:00.001-08:00

We just did a milestone shoot for this baby, what a cutie!! Milestone shoots can be anything from a first step or a calendar marker, like a birthday. Babies make so many changes in that first year, I recommend doing a milestone shoot every four months starting with newborn (of course!! wouldn’t want to miss the smallness and the cute wrinkles!) At four months they’ve turned into the cute chubby cherub; by eight months most babies are sitting, which makes for fun poses, and then the one year to compare with those newborns. You will be so glad you’ve marked each stage as the baby has grown “way too fast”!

Milestone shoots are $100 with 30-40 images.

Coming soon…Sweetshade will be offering a mini shoot option!!

More for Christmas

2010-11-28T10:33:00.001-08:00

Part of Christmas

2010-11-20T23:21:00.001-08:00

Lots of shooting lately. (Don’t you love how we all save our family pictures for the busiest time of year? Wonder who thought of that idea?!) But it’s all worth it .

See what I mean?

Girlie G is turning 2

2010-10-30T09:00:00.001-07:00

Here is a sneak peak of the shoot! Enjoy, Mommy J! ps the fairy pics have to be my favorite. Didn’t post them for obvious reasons, but I think you’ll love them, too.

Holiday Special

2010-10-28T20:29:00.001-07:00

If you’re family is like ours, it’s rare to have a picture with the whole family in it (and there is only four of us!). The annual holiday card is a pretty good excuse to get the family together for a shoot. And hey, you should get at least one good picture of the whole family each year, right?! Here’s your chance:

$65 mini shoot includes 30 minute shooting time

your favorite 5 images on disc

(only one immediate family per shoot, please. no individual shots will be taken.)

I am offering custom designed cards (above is an example, more to come soon) as well for a fee of $25. Printing of cards not included.

Hurry, this special only lasts until November 20.

Their Big Day

2010-10-13T15:05:00.001-07:00

Fast and fun

2010-08-04T22:57:00.001-07:00

After finding parking and walking to the cite, this shoot was maybe 35 mintues! I’m learning those are the best all around.

Our new neighbor

2010-06-30T22:18:00.001-07:00

Gone to “Arizona”

2010-06-07T20:27:00.001-07:00

Baby Boy

2010-05-22T09:30:00.001-07:00

I usually recommend that parents who want to photographically track the growth of their child do a newborn (obviously), then at four months- they are usually pretty smiley by then. Next at eight months- they are usually sitting up by then pretty stable. Then last at one year- when they are standing and sometimes even walking! Compare this little guys newborns (top tow) to the four month (middle and bottom rows).

Utah Trip

2010-05-20T22:26:00.001-07:00

Love this lady and her girlies. Thanks for taking the time with me! It was so worth it. I hope you got something out of it that you like, Em!

I love engagements

2010-04-17T23:25:00.001-07:00

These two were so much fun! And don't they look so happy together. There were more pictures of them lauging together than anything else. I loved it. Thanks, guys for humoring my every request, no matter how ridiculous. These are a few of my favorites. Of course, I couldn't post the best ones, because that would spoil the anticipation of the announcement in the mail!

I warned them at the beginning of the shoot that they would get wet, but this was his idea, not mine! Needless to say, these were our last shots of the day.

Whoa.

2010-04-13T12:36:00.000-07:00

If you're reading this, it's probably because you are a frequenter. And I realized something today that I thought important to share. I was looking at pictures on other photographers sites. I usually compare them to mine. I have a little bit of a competitive streak in me, that I'm not proud of. (that's not what I realized today, I've known that for a long time...too long.)

What I realized today is that I take pictures because I love looking at things: texture, color, shape, perspective. I take a picture of it and then I can just stare at the picture and not look like a weirdo on the street staring at a tree or whatever.

So, why take pictures of people? Not to stare at them (unless they are my own kids, can't get enough of them!) But because I love taking pictures of people and families that they love to stare at. I think everyone should love thier pictures and there is not a better feeling in the world (for the person who took the pictures) than the feeling of knowing the subjects love thier pictures. Not that I am anywhere near perfect.

That's it. Simple. But now that I have pinpointed it I feel more of a purpose. And I have to write it so I don't forget. I try to get better so that you will like your pictures more and then we live happily ever after!

Baby Girl-E

2010-03-30T13:50:00.001-07:00

A Professional

2010-03-16T21:43:00.000-07:00

This was definately a different kind of shoot. But, still fun! He's a lawyer, does he look like you can trust him? I think so...

Because I just found out that someone is still checking...

2010-03-04T13:03:00.000-08:00

Editing has become fun! Love it when I shoot a client who lets me play with effects!!

Daddy and his girls!

2009-11-23T22:51:00.000-08:00

This was such a fun family! We played and took pics, and they were such troopers, trekking to all ends of the park! Hope you guys had as much fun as I did. Enjoy!

Baby W

2009-11-23T15:30:00.000-08:00

A little taste of what's to come...

2009-11-10T22:47:00.000-08:00

For Kim. There are a few others I think you'll like, too. I took the liberty of ps-ing a lot. Enjoy!

Sweet Sydney

2009-10-31T15:20:00.000-07:00

What goes up...

Must come down...

Don't these just say it all!?

Thanks, Mommy for having me take pics that day! Sydney is so fun, and I think it's obvious in these pictures! Thanks for the pep talk that day, too! Hope Daddy loves his surprise!

More of girlie I

2009-10-28T23:50:00.000-07:00

Sneak Peek!

2009-10-26T08:30:00.000-07:00

I'm still catching my breath from last week. I'll have more up for you girls soon!!

Baby Boy

2009-10-16T21:57:00.000-07:00

This was my first newborn boy shoot! Loved it!! Of course, it's hard not to with a face and sister like this! Thanks, Liz!!

I know I wish his little hand wasn't covering his face, too, but it's still too cute to pass up!

So sweet.

Too cool for his britches!

Holiday Family Portraits

2009-10-13T21:04:00.000-07:00

Hi all!! Christmas will be here soon and I have had a couple inquiries about family pictures for the annual card mailings. I have a feeling things are going to get busy fast, so please email, comment, or call soon to book your holiday shoot! (Will not be booking any shoots past December 10)

My Favorite Cowboy!

2009-08-31T15:18:00.001-07:00

Newly Weds

2009-08-25T15:24:00.000-07:00

This shoot was so much fun!! Who can't love the beach, a sunset and a soccer ball?! Not to mention that the subjects were really fun, too! Thanks Jill and Sean! These are just a few, I think you'll like the rest! Just a perfect day, with great light and two pretty faces!

Don't you love the parasailers in the backround?!

Baby Alice

2009-08-19T14:39:00.000-07:00

Holding, and photoing such a cute little thing made me excited to have another one! To the mommy: here are a few to wet your appetite. Bon Appetit!

Gone to Carolina

2009-07-15T22:00:00.000-07:00

I had to take snap some shots of the cutest family in North Carolina! Special thanks to Allen for tolerating another photo shoot. I think it was worth it!

Promised big sister some candy and it worked wonders! Every shot was a gorgeous smile like this one:

Kory, these are a few I like alot, but there are some others I like alot, but just because I wanted you to have something to look forward to!! I'll put the cd in the mail this weekend.

Maternity

2009-07-14T13:35:00.001-07:00

Thanks Robyn and Tim for letting me be part of such a lovely moment! Hope you enjoy the fruits of our labour!! Here are a few of my favorites:

Day at the Beach

2009-05-30T21:20:00.000-07:00

Dear Jessica,
Here are a few pics to wet your appetite. Notice how nice I was not to put any pics of you eating!?! :) Enjoy!

Old and New Assignment

2009-05-22T14:19:00.000-07:00

Finally posting this assignment! I had stumped myself for a little while.

Angie Wilde- The big tree in the foreground is one of the "witness trees" in the Sacred Grove. One of the trees that was there when Joseph Smith saw his vision. I liked it there with all these new little trees as if he is passing his legacy on to them. The trees may grow old and die, but the grove stays beautiful with the new growth and the truth of what happened there never changes.

Kim Waldron

Mae Williford- I sort of collect old bottles and jars. I love the contrast in clarity between the old one and the new one. Not as philisophical as I was hoping for this theme, but the colors are fun to look at, right?

Next week's assignment: Self Portrait

Ben turns 1!

2009-05-21T21:15:00.000-07:00

A sneak peak for the Mommy! I loved doing this shoot! Maybe part of it is because I like this family so much. Thanks guys for letting me do this shoot!

One of my favorite people- and her Mom!!

2009-05-18T19:52:00.000-07:00

Ok, I love this little baby, but her mommy is absolutely one of my favorite people! And they both look so good in pics, too, wouldn't you say. I just wish I had more time to shoot these two.

Next assignment

2009-05-09T10:06:00.001-07:00

I just realized I forgot to post the next assignment for the photo group! This coming Wednesday's assignment is:
Old and New

Everyone who has submitted something so far has been so creative! I love seeing how each person interprets and expresses the theme a little differently. Can't wait to see what you submit for this theme! Enjoy yourselves!

Darling Baby Girl

2009-05-08T15:53:00.000-07:00

I'm posting this for the Mommy of this beautiful baby girl! Don't worry, there are more to come.

Every baby needs at least one "I'm not happy" shot. I think it's so cute! Is that mean? (No, we didn't torture her to get this shot, she posed on her own.)

Reflections on Life- Assignment 2

2009-05-06T12:48:00.000-07:00

Tran Ly By Angie Wright

By Kim Waldron

By Mae Williford

Just for Fun

2009-05-05T07:11:00.000-07:00

Took this pic while we were out on a walk at the beach. We actually saw dolphins that day!

Answers

2009-05-03T21:35:00.000-07:00

Ok, the answers you have been dying to know. . .

Tran Ly picture of an Avocado seed.

Anna Rasmussen picture of a feather (i think)

Angie Wright picture of the beginning of the Freedom Trail.

Mae Williford picture of a shark egg.

Check back for on Wednesday for the results of the Reflections of Life assignment! As you can see we've got some talented photographers participating, and I'm sure they won't disappoint.

Mystery Object

2009-04-29T12:47:00.001-07:00

Here are the results of the mystery object assignment. Can you guess what is in the picture?? Please leave comments and suggestions. We don't mind recommendations on how to better our work either! (The photographer's name is below the image).

by Tran Ly

by Anna Rasmussen

by Angie Wright

by Mae Williford

Doing this assignment was really fun and it definately inspired me for some other shots, which I love, now. Hope you will find inspiration and motivation, too!

The assignment for next week is: Reflection of life. Enjoy yourselves!!

Photo Group

2009-04-22T20:42:00.000-07:00

This week's theme is: MYSTERY OBJECT. Due Wednesday, April 29. Five other photographers, and myself will be submitting work. Come check out all the cool stuff they submit, try and guess what the object is!

Love Photoshop!

2009-04-18T22:19:00.001-07:00

3 Couples

2009-04-13T15:32:00.000-07:00

This was a fun shoot! Our goal: please Mom and Grandma. Our worst enemy: the sun! When you get past three people in a shoot, man, it's hard to make sure everyone's eyes are open! Even adults! Thanks Nuesse gang! I had fun, I hope you did too! Here are a few to wet your appetite...

Bracket or no Bracket

2009-03-31T15:07:00.000-07:00

Ok, so I'm trying to understand if what the benefit really is of having a bracket on my camera. Anybody know the answer?? I don't think I've ever seen one being used (maybe that is my answer). Does it go over the lens or over the flash?

Seal Beach

2009-03-14T09:26:00.001-07:00

I decided this is my new favorite beach to take pictures at!

Townsend Family

2009-01-11T22:00:00.001-08:00

These pics were so easy to take! Every one in this cute family is so photogenic!

Jara's Wedding

2008-11-16T21:34:00.000-08:00

Was it just the time of year? Maybe how real their love is?? Dunno, but these pics turned out fantastic!

Love the way the sun glistens in this one....

There is just something about the shoes people wear that tells so much.

I need feedback...

2008-10-04T20:15:00.000-07:00

I am addicted to photoshop. Sometimes I wonder if I'm going a little overboard, you know how it is, the more you indulge in something the less sensitive you are to it's affects/effects! So, let's vote... Which do you like best?

First, this one is straight out of the camera (SOOC as pioneer woman would put it)

This is my first draft in photoshop, I love the greeting card look, but probably not best used on this image.

The second round in photoshop:

Third, maybe the best in "normal" people eyes. We'll see what you guys think.

DON'T FORGET TO LEAVE YOUR COMMENTS, PLEASE!

ps. click on the picture for a bigger view.

First Half of Hansen Shoot

2008-10-04T20:03:00.001-07:00

Camilla and the boys

2008-09-26T15:52:00.000-07:00

Chloe and Brutus

2008-08-08T07:55:00.000-07:00

Animals definately present a different challenge! These beautiful greyhounds were fast! I had tons of fun catching them on film- digital film, i guess.

Some of the cutest girls in the world

2008-07-10T15:44:00.000-07:00

These are my own two nieces!! Aren't they so much fun!

First Family Portraits

2008-07-01T21:34:00.000-07:00

This is the first for me as a photographer and for this cute little family! They were SO SO patient with my every request! I made them hike down a hill and everything! I love them for more than just the pretty faces that make the pretty pictures! Enjoy, Kim!

Bricia's Wedding

2008-07-01T15:29:00.000-07:00

Here are a few of the shots I snapped at the blessed occasion!