Sophie's One!

Well, I can't believe it! Another year has gone by... I was first reminded when my son had his first birthday last month... and now another baby I started photographing last year is turning one as well!
Sophie is such a sweetheart. You can totally see it in these images. She's very thoughtful, but also very happy. Her mom was telling me all the words she says, and I was impressed!
These one year sessions can be challenging sometimes... my boy is a challenge because he won't stop moving and keeps trying to get into everything I have in the studio... where as Sophie wasn't a problem to keep in one place at all! As long as that place was near mommy! LOL!
Gotta love this...
Becca

Become a Fan

Okay, so I just want to draw your attention to the little box over on the right that says "Fans - Follow this blog" :)
I just added that to the blog so all my friends and customers can click on it and add themselves to the list. I hope you do... because it looks mighty sparse with only two people listed! :(...
LOL! Thanks.

Belly Love

Hi there everyone. I'm so excited to share this post. I absolutely love getting women brave enough to do maternity sessions. I know it's hard to feel like getting your portrait taken when it gets to be the end of your pregnancy... but it's totally worth it! Just look at these images!!!
I love this gal. She's such a regal beauty. Her hubby is adorable too. I can totally tell they're going to be awesome parents. I can't wait to find out if they're having a boy or a girl... I hope they come back right away for a newborn session.
Lots of love!
Becca

PP of Iowa Winter Conference

I just got back yesterday from a three day conference in Des Moines and I'm totally refreshed and inspired! The first couple days I learned from Cody and Mike of TriCoast Photography. These guys came all the way from Texas, so they definitely had something to share if they came all the way up here to talk... right?! You bet! I am excited to try some of the ideas they shared for lighting my outdoor wedding pics.
Check out their website: www.tricoastphotography.com They do lots of destination weddings.
There were lots of other great speakers too... I even got to hear Lori Nordstrom share her approach to lighting and photography.
Well, back to the grindstone! Better implement some of these ideas while I'm excited about them.
Later!
Becca

With Photog Friends KJ and Jean

With the men of TriCoast - Cody & Mike

Fun in the bathroom of our hotel room... Jean and I

Bridal Expo - Mason City

Hey there! I've been busy thinking about how I'm going to be in Mason City this weekend for the Bridal Show. It's at the Mason City Country Club from 12-4 on Sunday, Jan 18th. I got signed up at the last minute, so I didn't have time to get a bunch of new samples ordered... but I'm going to direct future brides to my new website and encourage them to visit the studio for a consultation.
If you're looking for a wedding photographer or know someone who might be, send them my way - either to the show on Sunday or have them visit my site.
Speaking of weddings... I just finished the design for my brother and his wife's album. I'm really excited to hear what they have to say about it!
Check it out!
Becca

So Excited!

I'm sooo excited... and I just can't hide it... Okay, okay, so I can't carry a tune, but I sure am excited to let you all know that my new weddings website is almost up! I've finished all the edits and it should go "live" within a day or two!!!
I spent a bunch of time today working on the home page slideshow which - I hope you agree - is AMAZING! Even if I do say so myself. *wink*
Sorry, I'm not usually one to toot my own horn, but I'm pretty pumped. I know on of my favorite brides... (Katie S) is going to love it. It showcases my favorite pictures from her wedding in the home page slideshow.
It was so hard to pick which pictures to put in the galleries. I have so many awesome images to choose from. I've had such beautiful brides and grooms!
I hope you have a chance later this week to check it out. Just go to www.rebeccalynnephoto.com or www.weddingsbyrebecca.com. (They'll bring you to the same place).
Check you later!
Becca
P.S. Here's a sneak peek

All the Grandkids...

Well, this is a great example of taking advantage of the holidays... a time when the whole family gets together. These are actually relatives of mine - my husband's uncle's kids and their kids. It got to be quite a few people for a session in their living room. Think it turned out pretty good though! What do you think?
Enjoy!
Rebecca