I’m going to play catch up a bit here since it’s been so long since I’ve updated the blog.  It’s funny how times just can get away from a person.  I do always update my facebook page so if you like me there you will always see recent sessions and specials etc.  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ellen-Nicol-Photography/60457206857

These kids are previous clients and I always love to see how they have grown over time.

Ok so I’m cheating a little bit with this post because it wasn’t an actual session per say but I did drag my one year old into the studio and give him a cake of his own!! LOL  I’m offering these now with ONE year sessions at no extra charge.  They are incredibly messy but a TON of fun!  All you would need to do is bring a bunch of balloons (helium ones work best, but I didn’t have any) and a small cake (you can make one or I got mine from walmart for like $3).  Pretty much anything goes with these sessions.  I set them up at the end of the session and let them have at it.  It’s a total blast but like I said REALLY messy!!

So this is my little guy who just turned 1 in Jan   Such a bittersweet milestone for a mom…

A photographer friend of mine put this up on her blog and I thought it was worth repeating…

Here is a great article about Custom Photography:

Why Custom Photography?

Custom photography is not necessarily a new concept, but one that is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to traditional retail studio photography. There are numerous benefits to hiring a custom photographer. Some of the most appealing are listed below.

1. Personal attention to every detail. Custom photographers do not mass produce their work. They schedule fewer sessions than a retail chain, and ensure that every photo is absolutely perfect in every way.

2. Artistic style. Custom photographers are very well versed on the latest photography styles, and will ensure that you get photos that show your true personality.

4. Custom product offering. Custom photographers offer tons of great products including personalized birth announcements, holiday cards, albums, etc. Your custom photographer will be happy to work with you to find a product that suits your needs, and then to personalize it for you.

6. Low turnover. If you are fortunate enough to find a custom photographer who is a good fit for your family, you may very well have found a photographer for life. Custom photographers enjoy the personal relationship they have with you, and love being part of your milestones… maternity, newborn photos, family portraits, etc… And the better they know you and your family, the better your photos will be.

7. They do not rush you in and out…..they take their time to get that perfect shot.

What custom photography ultimately is all about is choice and experience (as in THE experience). Custom photography is about finding someone who will photograph your family, give you devoted 1:1 attention without worry of the next ‘in line’ or the feeling of a crowded portrait studio. A custom photographer will typically show you a fairly extensive gallery culled to only show the good images that meet the photographers’ creative sensibilities. Often the images are fully edited images-color corrected with blemishes removed, ect. Custom photographers are also known as boutique studios, offering a range of products and unparalleled service. Think Lexus vs. Hyundai, think Nordstrom vs. WalMart.
Custom photography should have you, the client and your experience in mind.

These guys were quite the bunch!  I had a great time shooting this wedding…never a dull moment!  The weather was beautiful at the Tug Hill Vineyards and so was everything else!  It was super hard for me to just pick a few to post, but here is just a small taste for now…. enjoy…more to come later!!