Sunday, October 11, 2009

Shumway Family : Utah Family Photography

It's been at least ten years since I spent time with Krystal.  Back in my glory days, Krystal and I were cheerleaders together.  When we met the other night for a Mini-session family shoot, I was still in awe of how beautiful she is, just like high school.  Sigh.  Her four boys were so good and they sure did enjoy the apples at the orchard!  Shumway family, you guys rock.  Thanks for dodging the deer turds, kneeling in the dirt, and getting pretty chummy. 

Luv, erin


Saturday, October 10, 2009

Glutton for Punishment.

At 12:30 last night I cracked open a book the library gave me.  Hush Hush, by Becca Fitzpatrick sounded interesting to me, but was it worth the full read?  I put it to the test.  Three chapters in I was hooked.  And really, let's face it.  I'm sooooooo over Para-normal romance.  I've been trying to read outside of that genre for the last couple months.  BOY, was I wrong.  This book hooked me big time. 

I read the entire thing!  Really.  I didn't go to sleep.  I just kept on reading.  And reading.  And reading. 

Dang it's sooooooo good! 

Go buy it, and read it. 

Thursday, October 08, 2009

Slagowski Family : Utah Family Photography

First off, I bought a new lens.  For me, buying a new lens is almost as tempting as buying a new pair of shoes!  And like the saying goes, Cinderella proved that a new pair of shoes can change your life. 
Well today I decided a brand-spanking new lens can also change my photography life!  I had a blast trying out my new 14-24mm 2.8.  (Um, that's code for FREAKING AWESOME LENS...and yes, the all caps once again, illustrates how excited I am.)  Anyways, I shot Mark and Jody and thier darling baby Akira.  They were a little worried because sweet Akira decided she didn't like me very much--or Mark--but whatever.  We had a great time and the candids turned out super!  I hope you like them Mark and Jody. 

Thanks, Erin

Oh la la, this one is my favorite of the shoot.  Those dead trees look soooooo cool. 

Tuesday, October 06, 2009

Ruby Red.

This month's gone by so fast I haven't even remembered to shoot my kids.  Dang.  Yesterday, when I got Ruby all dolled up, I tried to shoot a few 11 month old shots, but unfortunately she had a case of the blues.  Little miss Ruby wasn't having it.  She wouldn't smile.  But I did get a shot of her on the verge of tears.  And since that's a big part of raising kids, I decided I loved it and ended the shoot then and there.  The first shot is me having fun with Photoshop, and then second one is my teary eyed dolly!


Condie Family : Utah Family Photography

Ally Condie.  Hmmm, what can I say about you besides I'm insanely jealous of your talents.  Ally is one of those people who could be a ROCKSTAR if she wanted to...And really, she just might end up being one.   Besides being a PUBLISHED author (notice that is in all caps...um, yeah, jealous much?), she is also an awesome MARATHON runner (notice that is also in all caps...seriously jealous much?)  Need I say more.  Well, I was certianly glad to SHOOT Ally.  Her cute family was a blast!  Thanks for the fun shooting. 


blue.

Ok, I couldn't resist and I added more. Truman is such a cutie! Holy huge blue eyes Batman!





Hey Ally Condie, there's more to come, but I thought you would love to look at these while I'm editing.


Monday, October 05, 2009

Platt Family : Utah Family Photography

I met Sherry earlier this year when she attended my PHOTO 101 class.  I was immediately struck by her kind personality and witty humor.  Just like her, her entire family was a hoot!  I had such a fun time shooting them.  We laughed, we froze our little tooshies off and then we laughed again.  Sherry and Brent's kids were so great, despite the cold canyon breeze.  They smiled and goofed around with me and really put new meaning to "Run and Hug your dad."  Thanks Sherry, Brent, and awesome Kiddos for the fun shooting!  LUV, erin.





Sunday, October 04, 2009

WANNA GET SHOT IN WASHINGTON? Portrait Photographer



After I leave Hawaii, I'll be lingering in Washington for a few days.  If you'd like to book a MINI-Session  or a Regular Session with me on either NOVEMBER 10TH or NOVEMBER 11TH, email:

erinsummerill(at)hotmail.com

For information on the sessions, see the post below, or email me your specific questions. 

Friday, October 02, 2009

Hawaii: Wanna Get Shot?


Hey all you happy Hawaiian Islanders!
I'm heading out there and I'm bringing the Death Con 700 (Ok, so that's my fancy schmancy code word for my big freaking camera.) While there, I'm setting aside a couple days for the super awesome MINI SESSION:


Say What?
The MINI SESSION is: ($120)

  • 45 minutes of photography
  • 10 Fully Edited images off the Online Gallery
  • High resolution images burned to a DVD
  • Copyright printing release to your images
Additional images are available from the shoot for only $10 per image.


WHO IS THIS FOR?

Anyone and Everyone! Seniors, Families, Engagements, Bridals...You decide what you want shot, and I'll shoot it. (Um, so maybe that's a little broad. You get my point though)


NOTE: If you would like to book a regular session and receive all the printing and image benefits that a session entails, that's good too. You tell me what you want.


Location and Dates:


Oahu - North Shore: November 2 or November 3


Kona - November 6 or November 7


Email me at: erinsummerill(at)hotmail.com

Thursday, October 01, 2009

Shoot Myself in the FOOT.

First, I was late. Not too late, but late enough that there was a strong possibility I exceeded the speed limit to make it to the location with enough light to shoot.

Second, I left the keys in the ignition because I didn't want to lose them in the middle of the orchard. Of course I told my sweet hubby this. But, unfortunately, he didn't seem to retain the information.

Third, while waiting for our kind neighbor to drive out another set of keys, I tried a few low lighting shots with the creative use of my client's car lights. Apparently I took too long and his car battery died!

Late + No Keys + Dead Car = The sweetest shoot ever.

Seriously, I ended up loving these shots. I was surprised at the outcome of our disaster. Beautiful indeed.


My favorite of the shoot.