A little poison ivy means a lot of really good pictures!

So yes I will remember this photo shoot for the rest of my life for a couple of reasons: a.) Erin and Travis are our really good friends and I'm lucky enough to be a part of their wedding in October! b.) It was Indie's first photo shoot with mommy and daddy (out of my belly) and c.) I apparently got into some poison ivy and have got the lovely rash to prove it...

Let me just say Erin and Travis's shoot was simply amazing. They basically showed me around to a few of their favorite hang outs, what they do as a couple and how they spend their time together which equals = The Perfect Engagement Session! By doing what you normally do together it creates a perfect and comfortable setting for everyone. 

We visited everything from a little old train station, a place where they go to fish and share a bottle of wine (oh and Erin caught a fish at the very end of the shoot by the way!) They also took me to this legendary tree that was turned upside down by a tornado...eh em insert where I contracted poison ivy here. I guess that's how it goes though; if you're a photographer you know what I'm saying. You see the view of your photograph but it requires you lying on the ground, upside down or looking like a complete fool-anything for that perfect shot!

Anyways, it was a great day and I just wanted to share a couple of my favorite photos from it. If you're thinking about engagement pictures, again I would suggest creating your "perfect setting".

To view all of their photos and to see what a typical Engagement Session with Sorensen Studios is like, please visit: www.sorensenstudios.us, click on the "client" tab and type in: 6312

If you're interested in hiring a Sorensen Studios photographer for your wedding/engagement photos please call or email us at: 641.343.7110 | sorensenstudios@yahoo.com

Crazy little thing called LOVE

Yesterday our baby girl turned six months old. The time has definitely flown by and of course my husband and I wanted to document this wondrous family event. Indie was going for a more dramatic look as she wasn't full of as many smiles as she usually is. I suppose she was trying to figure out why mommy and daddy were running around acting like crazy people trying to get her to smile. She flashed a few our way though-which was good enough for us considering we shot all of these pictures ourselves using a self-timer control and trading spots as photographer!

Some words of advice I have for my clients, don't try to force your young children to be a certain way during their photo shoots; it usually only complicates things. Instead let them work their magic and be exactly who they are at that point in their lives. It's fun to look back and remember. For instance, when Indie was first born, I wanted the cute sleeping/posed photos-but my little girl was never really a hard sleeper so I got coos and smiles instead. But like I said-that's who she is and I will always remember that when I look back at her newborn photos!

Anyway-we thought we'd share her photo session with you. I'll try to blog some more now that she is FINALLY sleeping through the whole night and our lives are starting to feel somewhat organized again (it only took six months)!

 

Manolis - 3 years old!

Below are a few of my favorites of my adorable nephew, Manolis. I took way too many pictures than needed, but I couldn't help myself...he was really busting some moves. To view all of his photos and to see what a typical session is like, please visit: www.sorensenstudios.us, click on the "client' tab and type in 12012. Enjoy!

Indie's Birth Announcements

I wanted to share with you all Indie's birth announcements because a.) I'm a proud mommy & that's what we do and b.) I wanted to share our new products we have to offer!

This is a front and back 5x5 birth announcement designed and printed by Sorensen Studios. Perfect for Christmas/Holiday Cards. It's not too late to order in time for this season if you want to show of your loved ones too!

We can use a photo you've snapped yourself or stop by the studio and flash us a smile (check out our Holiday Cards Special located under the "specials" button at our website: www.sorensenstudios.us).

Seniors Seniors Seniors

OK wow, sorry for my absence in blogging. Well actually as my friend would say sorry-not sorry! :-)
I've been working from home as I take care of our precious baby girl Indie. But that doesn't mean I don't put in some serious man hours whenever she's peacefully dreaming away. Of course though when I feel like it-work is put away and I give all my attention to her because after all family is most important! I hope you all do the same from time to time.

Anyways, I've managed to keep my promise to my seniors which was to have pictures done and products back before Thanksgiving...so I thought I'd share their sessions with you all; ya know to think about for next year unless you're a procrastinator and still need to get Senior pictures...

This is a crash blog of Austin, Jonah & Eric's photography products. To view all of their photos and see what a full #seniorsession with Sorensen Studios is like, visit our website: www.sorensenstudios.us, click on the "client" tab and type in the passwords below:

[oh and don't forget to take a closer look at our unique products above that we offer our seniors]

Austin: 81011

Jonah: 81711

Eric: 91511

Kevin: 91711

Manolis & John

Here are some photos of my adorable little nephews, Manolis & John. John was just born at the end of August, so him and Indie will be school mates one day! :-) I love that we have both of our families in the area so our children can all be close-after all family is everything!

Manolis is so proud to be a big brother and was showing his sibling lots of love in these photos...
To view all of the photos from their session, just visit: www.sorensenstudios.us, click on the "client" tab and type in: 92811

Lund Kids!

This session was pre-baby and I do so appreciate Teresa's (mom) patience with me getting the photos back to her! Bubba and I had a lot of fun photographing these three bubbly kids! They gave us exactly what we like-realness! I love when children can just be themselves and we capture them doing it. Some of these photos literally make me laugh out loud-like the one when the brother, is holding his head in his hands and the sisters are being crazy in the back ground-sibling love!

To check out this whole photo session, please visit: www.sorensenstudios.us, click on the "client" tab and type in 91611.

And for those of you wondering, I'm slowly climbing back to work...Senior Sessions tomorrow, along with an upcoming wedding. To schedule photos, please give us a call or email us: sorensenstudios@yahoo.com or 641.343.7110. I'll get back to you at my earliest convenience-thanks!

It's getting close!

Wanted to share some of the preparation we've been doing for our little one on the way. Bubba's been busy finishing the paintings & murals in her room whenever he gets some free time. And let me tell you-these days, it's not a lot! He's been booked with murals and artwork and well since I'm getting bigger by the day, he's been stepping in as the main photographer, too.

Below is a little collage of Indie's room. It makes me so excited to meet her and bring her home! We didn't really go with a theme, as Bubba said, he just sort of painted what came to him. And I don't think it could have turned out any better! It's an assortment of little birds, monkeys, butterflies and other fun/girly stuff hidden and painted throughout her room. Some of them are above or below a window or even behind a door; we're hoping it makes it very fun for her!

He held onto his tradition of hiding his own little messages, too. Her initials are hidden in the tree and also the orange butterfly has the word "DAD" in its wings. I know she'll have fun finding these messages when she starts to grow up-but hopefully not too fast! :-)

We also found some free time one Sunday to shoot my maternity pictures. Bubba did a great job and it's just the way I would have shot them; very simple and natural! We put the camera on a tripod and self timer for the photos that include us both; that was interesting trying to get "the shot!" To view all of the pictures, visit www.sorensenstudios.us, click on the "client" tab and type in: 9511 Although, I did share a good chunk of them here...I got a little excited!


Just a few more weeks and we'll be sharing some pictures of our newest addition, Independence June Sorensen!

Our Photography Products

Just wanted to share with our clients the abilities we have here at Sorensen Studios. Not only are we a full time Artwork/Photography Studio, but we also design and offer amazing products here!

For instance, below is an example of what we can do for your next, shower, wedding or any occasion for that matter. Your guest album can be beautifully arranged with your own photos and customized sayings. Be unique and have us design your own!

*must have photos by Sorensen Studios to receive our products

Family from Greece

Right now our family from Greece is visiting for the wedding reception of my brother, Mario and sister-in- law, DeNae. Visiting is my aunt, Angela and her granddaughter well...Angela (it's a Greek thing).

Neither speak English all that well but I think they're enjoying their time here! My dad's family all still lives on the island of Crete; where they farm olive trees. My brothers and I were all baptized there and have many fond memories of visiting from our childhood. I can't wait to go back some day (hopefully soon) and of course when little Indie comes along and grows up a bit-we'll take her too! Also-totally dying to take a professional camera along this time. My little disposable cameras from when I was younger didn't quite do the land justice! ;-)

Anyway, I asked my mom to bring by little Angela by the studio to get some pictures. She was so excited and I gotta say we really had a fun time together! My Greek isn't the greatest these days but hey-that didn't stop the photos from being amazing! Check em out-below are a few of my favorites. To view all of her photos, just visit www.sorensenstudios.us, click on the "client" tab and type in 83011. By the way, I haven't seen this girl since she was as baby-my has she grown!

p.s. love the she wanted a picture with the American Flag...of course we had no problem finding one of those around the studio!