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. 

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.

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.

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. 

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

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.

DEER me

Tonight at my shoot in the orchards, a herd of deer ran through the background. I yelled, "move it." At the clients, that is. And took off after the deer. Ohh la la, I love my deer shot. Um, pictures to come of the understanding clients.

Red.

Shelby. Sherelle.

Last night the 101 Photography class shot these two beautiful models: Shelby and Sherelle. The class had a great time practicing all their newly acquired photography skills on these girls. While I was teaching, I snapped these two shots. I love them!

How I robbed my friend.

You see, it all started with a plate of Lemon Lust--divine, melt-in-your-mouth, Lemon bars. A wonderful recipe my dear friends, Tammy and Kellie, gave me last year. I thought I'd try the recipe for my dad's 60th birthday and then with the half of the pan we didn't eat, of course I had to take pictures. As I shot the bars, I figured it would only be prudent and friendly of me to share a plate of these with Tammy, the originator of the recipe. Forgoing a bra or even changing out of my sweats, I plunked my camera down, grabbed the plate, and hauled over to Tammy's home to deliver the sweet treats.
Tammy invited me in...or I barged in (that's never a clear fact when remembering these type of meetings with friends)...and then I handed over my plate of Lemon Lust. "OH, my dear Erin" she said. "Why, thank you." (well to be honest, that's probably not exactly what she said, but as I replay the memory in my mind the Gone-with-the-wind type vernacular suits her)

Then Tammy turned to me and offered a trade. A trade? Of course I am always in for a good deal. My ears perked up and I followed her deeper into the home. Where there she presented me with something spectacular. Marvelous. Mouthwatering...but not edible. Something I'd drooled over (but not on) just a couple weeks earlier. I coveted it. I desired it. I even toyed with the idea of taking a photography break to make one of my own. Do you know what I'm talking about yet?

The woman handed me a QUILT!

Seriously. I was like No freaking way!!! This is the exact quilt that I offered to buy off her just weeks earlier.

Now what was that trade again?
Tammy named the trade, and my jaw dropped to the floor. Not because I would be giving up a whole lot. But because she was giving me a QUILT, for the little I would be giving her.

Well what did I do?

Of course, I made out like a bandit and robbed my friend of this quilt. Do I feel a bit guilty? Sure. Am I going to give back the QUILT? Um...if I say no will you think less of me?

There you have it.

Tammy, thank you from the bottom of my cold heart for the most beautiful quilt in the world. Which as I even write this I realize I have not robbed you once for the most beautiful quilt in the world, but 3 more times.

Thank you again for the three quilts you have given me, and the most wonderful valentine's table runner. I am most certain that I will never be able to repay you, but I will do my best to keep my end of the deal ten times over!