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Expecting

Joni — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:29:56 +0000

Joe and Kim relocated here in Portland from the Midwest and are far from loved ones. Their first child is expected to arrive late September. Joe is the tough, old school, no nonsense type. But you can see when around his wife Kim, Joe is adoring, warm and caring. Hope all the loved ones in Kim and Joe’s life celebrate in seeing them so happy and send them lots of love and well wishes.

To see their slideshow, click the following link: Kim & Joe

1-11-11@11:11

Joni — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 19:11:18 +0000

An idea passed along by my friend and former business coach, Kathy Nelson, is to inspire others by sharing ONE big valuable “tip” through blogging, FB, tweeting, etc. . My tip is based upon the fact of life that children grow up fast and simple moments may fade with time. Take pictures of your family doing the simple things that you typically do as a family. For the Butler’s, it is reading all the Harry Potter books.

If you have a valuable tip, take the time to share it today. Happy January 11, 2011!

Also check out the “Sweetheart Special” with the $99 Portrait Sitting Special if you book your session in March – only 8 sessions are offered at this price.

Santa is a Duck!

Joni — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 17:30:42 +0000

Here is Santa along with Dasher and Vixen.

[Actually it is avid University of Oregon fan Art Olmsted and his sweeties, Oscar and Lily]

Congratulations Club O!

Keepsakes – 100% risk free

Joni — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 21:30:49 +0000

I got the “green light” from Mari to design the framing for the images she selected. I love to hear this from my clients “I trust your judgement so you pick what you think will look best.” With a 100% money back guarantee, there is no risk to my client if they are not happy with the results. I love the challenge to select materials that not only showcases my photography but will also match my client’s decor and style sensibility.

To make the images pop and subtly tie to the hot pink dress that Emi wore the day of the portrait session, the images were framed with a dusty rose/warm brown double mat. The finish is a chocolate brown with a reddish tinge wood moulding to match the furnishings in their great room. The frame moulding has a double ledge at the edge to give it a modern contemporary look, which matches the style of their decor. Included with the framed artwork purchases is the service to hang the artwork. I delivered and hung the artwork this past Saturday, just in time for their family’s Thanksgiving celebrations.

If you are suffering from paralysis in styling a room or wall, consider calling me to assist and we’ll create artwork that will also be a family keepsake for generations to come. Remember it is risk free with a 100% money back guarantee. It does me no good if you are not happy and yes, I am that confident in my ability!

Twins +

Joni — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 20:30:23 +0000

TWINS! Double the cuteness and double the fun! Meet Jude and Noelani – they are New Year’s Eve babies born December 31st 2009. Can you image what New Year’s Eve parties are going to be like at their house!

And then we have this sweet moment with Mom giving big brother Ezra a big warm cuddle and to thank him for being such a great Big Brother to his baby bro and sister.

Childhood Buddies

Joni — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 20:30:18 +0000

When photographing your little ones, something to keep in mind is to include their favorite buddies. In this case, Emi loves her “Bun Bun” sitting next to her and their family doggie, Gracie. Many years from now when Emi has kids of her own and she stumbles upon this photograph, hopefully fond memories of her beloved Bun Bun and Gracie will come flooding back.

Lessons from Dad

Joni — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 20:30:55 +0000

Luckily Hayden landed his punch even with his eyes closed! Dad is a martial arts champion and is beginning to teach his son the difference of knowing when to defend oneself against bullies and when not to instigate a fight. Breon is built like a tough middle linebacker with the heart and soul of a gentle zen master. I loved photographing the interactions between he and his son, Hayden.

Breon Gardner, a.k.a. Dad, is also owner of Body Balance Techniques with a great location in downtown SW Portland. This is a first class facility, much like ones you’d find in West LA where Hollywood’s A listers and the corporate power brokers would get into fighting shape! Breon’s facility has beautiful showers and locker rooms filled with all the amenities to wash off the sweat and get you back pumped and ready for those power meetings!

Baby Demolishes Cake!

Joni — Tue, 25 May 2010 20:30:27 +0000

What happens when you place a 2-layer cake in front of a half naked one year old boy? THIS! Happy Birthday Corbin!

“Oh Mom!”

Joni — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:30:39 +0000

You know this picture is going to come out every time Evan brings a “significant other” home to meet the parents. But how can anyone resist this little cutie on his literally “sheepskin” rug.

Kaelan

Joni — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:10:26 +0000

This little guy just turned 1 and what a little sweetie. This image is taken using a wide angle lens to show Mommy in the background watching her little boy playing. These “lifestyle” images are very endearing to me.