It's been awhile since our last post; we'll be the first to admit that this blog hasn't been at the top of our priority list. There are several reasons for our absence, but we'll just mention a couple of them:

1. Pregnancy. Not sure how many of you have gone through the first trimester of pregnancy, but those who have I'm sure understand that we didn't take on anything extra during those first few months...in fact, a lot of days it seemed like 4:30 should be our new bed time. But we're firmly entrenched in what everyone tells me is the "easy" trimester, so we're ready to do some work.

2. Work. While we took quite a few reorders in January and February, new business came to a halt. We kind of think that everyone is else is like us and spending money was the last thing on their mind right after Christmas. Because of reason #1 we were pretty okay with the temporary slowdown.

With a due date in early September, we realize that we may not be available for at least part of the early senior session season. Because of that, we're offering an early bird package for 2009 seniors. Anyone who books their senior session for June or July by May 31 will receive a 10% discount on all package prices and 32 free wallets. I know a lot of you may not have seniors in the upcoming class, but as always, our referral program does apply to this deal...so tell anyone who may be interested.

Finally, we'd like to mention one last thing. There are some seniors in this year's class who still haven't taken their senior pictures. We'll call them the Notsoearly birds. Anyways, we've come up with a special package including a three hour session, 96 wallets and 4 5x7s for just $275. That's the least expensive package we've offered this year. Again, if you know someone in a panic because they still haven't gotten those pictures done, please let them know about this offer.

When we started this blog, we did so with plans to keep you updated on Expressions KC news and promotions, to let you know what was going on with us, and to share some of our new products. What we realized is that we've done a lot better with news & promotions and what's going on with us than we have with products.

Christmas came early for today's family when the newest addition to their family made an early arrival. This little guy was quick to steal his daddy's heart and big sister's attention. After the on-location portion of the session, we headed back to the studio where it was her turn to shine. In a dress that was made for spinning and dancing, this little girl just lit up in front of the camera. Here's a quick peak for the family.

We're going to backtrack a little for today's post. The Welhoff shoot was done about a month ago as a Christmas surprise for their grandma and grandpa. Despite the cold weather and huge wind gusts, it was a success. Now that Christmas is over and the secret can't be ruined, it's time to share some of our favorites from the session.

Every once in a while we're fortunate enough to be presented with the opportunity to give back. Sometimes it's a fundraiser auction, or something like our recent Christmas giveaway. Each of these times, we're rewarded with a warm feeling inside and several thank yous. Often, in fact, another reward shows up later in the form of bookings or sudden good fortune. I think that's what they call paying it forward.

As our church is redecorating the foyer, we were recently approached about providing pictures of the Pastors and their families. The reward for the Skeen's family pictures was instantaneous as we were blessed enough to come away with some fantastic pictures of this beautiful family for our portfolio (not to mention the McDonalds).

I had the opportunity to take family pictures of a sorority sister and her beautiful family. We've never had a baby as cooperative as baby 'N'. He shared his bright, shining eyes with us almost the entire session. Here are a few of our favorites:

This week, we did a Christmas shot for one of Expressions' favorite subjects - my nephew, Carter. We may be a little partial, but have you ever seen a cuter Santa?




Yes, this next one is exactly what it looks like...we are training him for the 2026 Kansas Jayhawks...wait, did that make anyone else feel old?
These next three illustrate why we chose our name...Expressions... During every shoot we really try to let your baby (or child, or family) be who they really are...because you don't want to look back at a picture 10 years from now and see one just like the one every one has...you want to see your child...and their expressions...