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I finally got my garden planted and I have to keep replanting my vegetables because our 6 month old puppy keeps yanking my plants out. Can't wait till she's not a puppy anymore! She's got her eye on my Topsy Turvey tomato plant!

One, Two, Three, Four...ELEVEN!!!

I was so lucky to have an opportunity to take a workshop this last week from Kathi Lamm - famous pet photographer. The subjects for the class were ELEVEN 7 1/2 week old Irish Setter puppies. I didn't really think it was possible, but Kathi has pet photography down to a science. She topped her old record of 10 with this photo shoot and got adorable shots of all eleven pups. I learned so much and was so thankful for the opportunity to learn from Kathi. Here is the proof...

I want to thank Kathi for graciously agreeing to allow me to use this image to share. Aren't they adorable?

Joyce and Bob Balaski Wedding

It was a beautiful day and a beautiful wedding yesterday with Mr and Mrs Balaski. The entire family and friends were so warm and inviting. Casey and I felt like we were truly amidst friends and family, celebrating the love of Joyce and Bob. The ceremony was held at the Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Lake Oswego and the reception was at the lovely Lake Oswego Country Club. It was a grand event with many, many friends and family there to celebrate with the wonderful couple. We had off and on rain but we were lucky enough to have a few minutes out on the green at the 8th hole to get a couple of great shots of the newlyweds. Casey and I were honored to be a part of this special day and thanks to Joyce and Bob, and all the lovely people there for including us in this special day. Here are a few images from the day - all of the images will be available online in approximately 7 days on the Camera Art website under View Your Session.

Joyce and Bob - Engagement

I met Joyce and Bob at Pittock Mansion last week for their engagement shoot. Joyce and I both love the grounds at the Mansion. This wonderful couple will be getting married this weekend on Saturday, May 22nd.

Camera Art reveals the 2010-11 Senior Rep Program

As a senior rep for our studio, you will help get people excited about having their senior portrait sessions done by Camera Art. Our Senior Reps represent themselves in a professional manner and assist in the promotion and advertising for our studio’s high school seniors marketing campaign.

In exchange for your efforts and hard work, you will be rewarded with a complimentary Renaissance portrait session of your own and earn credits towards the Renaissance Collection and additional Uniquities. Our Senior Rep Application is now available. Please call or email for more information. We only allow two reps from each high school. Here are some of the details...

As a senior rep, you will receive $50 in print credit towards the purchase of any portrait collection. Earn additional print credits as follows: $50 print credit for each of your rep cards turned in by a fellow student who books and pays for a Masters Session; $30 print credit for each of your rep cards turned in by a fellow student who books and pays for an Expressionist Session; and $20 print credit for each rep card turned in by a fellow student who books and pays for a Renaissance Session; $5 print credit for each of your rep cards turned in by a fellow student who books and pays for a Basic Session.

There are more bonuses and credits to earn. Please call for more information and an application.

Jessica and Drew - Engagement

I got to spend some time yesterday with Jessica and Drew. They wanted an engagement shoot that was a little more uninhibited - catching them doing what they together. We started at Jessica's house and I captured images of something they do a lot together - reading. And then we traveled to Ventura Park in Portland. They were easy to capture in their element - they just did what they do together. Jessica and Drew will be celebrating their love in an exchange of vows on September 18, 2010.

Save the Date Bookmarks

Camera Art is now offering "Save the Date" bookmarks. These are a great way to let your friends and family know to hold your wedding date, long before they might schedule plans on your special day. We have several different styles to choose from and they are unique and customized. They are available in packs of 50 and measure 2 x 8.25 with the option of printing on both the front and back. Each pack of 50 is $44.00. Here a few samples...

Mr and Mrs Hepting

A glorious day, wonderful people, a lovely setting and a beautiful bride marrying the man she loves. Tia and Gary Hepting married on Saturday, May 8, 2010 in the West Linn Performing Arts Center. It was a gorgeous ceremony. It has to be one of the most beautiful I have had the honor of being a part of. The reception was at the Governor Hotel in downtown Portland and it was a great celebration of the love that Tia and Gary share. I stopped by the family celebration at Garys' parents house the following day to drop off the newlyweds Honeymoon Mini Book and the family was so warm and welcoming. They invited me in to partake some delicious goodies - the best was the Maryland Crab Cakes. I learned the perfect way to prepare and eat these tasty treats. Thank you to Tia and Gary and all your family for letting Melissa and me be a part of your special day.

You can view all of their images on the Camera Art website, under View Your Session for Tia Smith and Gary Hepting.