Elise Marie Photography

New Blog

2010-06-10T21:49:00.000-07:00

I am thrilled to intoduce my new blog....
http://www.elisemariephotographyblog.com/

It is still a work in progress as I learn WordPress and ProPhoto Blog installation but I happy with it already and it should only get better from here:)

Fashion Friday Forcast....

2010-05-28T22:47:00.000-07:00

It's time for another fashion forecast Friday. This week my fashionable daughter, Hailey, is writing this post....

This week, the major trend we will be focusing on is Bohemian. Currently, one of the most popular styles in the art and fashion world, bohemian is worn all over the world. Bohemian is usually a warmer climate style, making it a great theme for your summer senior shoot! Amelia, one of this year’s seniors, is a great example on how to pull off this look without over doing it!

Bohemian typically consists of vintage inspired or vintage clothing with a hippy feel. The clothes are all loose fitting and have a flowy feel to them.

http://www.freepeople.com/

http://xoxowildchild.tumblr.com/

http://lookbook.nu/look/138385-flower-child-of-the-truest-kind

http://cameralink.com/photographers/ewamarie-rundquist/editorial-2/11420

The best trick to pulling off the bohemian look is to have fun with it! Make it girly or make it tomboy. Make it summery or make it more of a winter look. Just make sure that it reflects you!

Fashion Friday Forcast.....

2010-05-21T17:00:00.001-07:00

This a new feature I am going to be adding to my blog. Part of the fun of being a photographer is planning and styling a photo shoot. My plan is to have a post regarding trends and fashion and what would be fun for a photo shoot on Fridays. I have two really stylish teenage daughters who will be helping me stay up on what is "hip" and I have asked my oldest daughter to start researching and writing some posts for me. I would even love to get some guest writers on here too.

Remember though, my main goal is to give my clients an experience that represents the true beauty within them and I just use props, clothing and accessories that enhance that! I really love it when I gather information about a client and create an artistic shoot around THEM!

Recently I did a photo shoot for a beautiful 2010 senior. I talked with Sam before hand about what her interests were and what she saw herself doing in the future. I was so excited when Sam let me know she wanted to be a fashion designer and that she would be attending the Art Institute after she graduated. With that information and knowing she loved vintage things too I was able to create a beautiful scene for her in a field using my antique dress form, a vintage sewing machine and a really cool old table that I had painted turquoise. She told me she had a dress that she made so we put it on the dress form and we a had a perfect setting to take some pictures of her. With the sun setting in the background, Sam's beauty, style and interests shined through in her portraits. It made me so excited when I saw what I was capturing in my camera.....I think I probably squealed and embarrassed myself.

Here are some of those images....

Now back to that fashion forecast. I have some favorite catalogs and online sites that I think really have some amazing clothing and accessories for photo sessions. Since I featured Sam today I think stores like Anthropologie (www.anthropologie.com) or Urban Outfitters (www.urbanoutfitters.com) really match up with Sam's personality and style. Of course these stores can be a little spendy but you can always get great ideas from them and recreate a similar look with less expensive pieces. Remember this though, you are investing in your photos so invest some time and little money into a great outfit! You will be so happy that you did!

My daughter and I were in the mall this week and we popped into Urban Outfitters and they have sooooo many great things I would love to shoot some girls in! Here are some fun floral patterns and adorable straw hats that would be great for a country setting...just add an old vintage chair or suitcase and a pair of cowboy boots or bare feet! So fun!!! My only complaint is that these girls look like they are starving....would someone please feed them a sandwich, I can hear their stomachs growling through my computer. Oh the fashion world...don't they know that it is not healthy to look like this! Ok, off my soapbox...have a great weekend!!!

2011 Senior Specials

2010-05-05T13:49:00.000-07:00

Wow....it has been awhile. Life and work have been pretty crazy but I am committed to being more disciplined about updating this blog.

I can't believe it is already the month of May. I have been busy finishing up orders and photo shoots for the class of 2010 but I have already started booking many clients for the class of 2011. Having my own daughter as a part of this upcoming senior class is exciting but making me realize how quickly time flies.

I am so excited to offer some early booking specials to kick my 2011 senior season.

Last year I booked solid for senior sessions so if you are wanting to book with me this summer or fall I would take advantage of this early booking special. There are a limited number of sessions available. If this is something your interested in please contact me via my website.....www.elisemariephotos.com. If you are having a hard time reading the information on the specials it is all on my website as well.

Since a post is always better with photos, here are a couple from recent sessions that were so much fun.....with a common theme, rain:) That's living in the NW for you but I love that these two girls didn't cancel but we went with what mother nature gave us!

Fun Day Ahead!!!

2010-03-20T02:05:00.000-07:00

Today is going to be amazing but I can't share yet! Elise Marie Photography is doing something big in a couple hours and I can't wait to post all about it! But I better get some sleep so I can enjoy what's ahead....and because posts are always better with pictures here is one of my sweet oldest daughter when we did a fun photo shoot a couple of weeks ago. TTFN, Elise:)

Another Fabulous Winter Day and a Fun Senior!

2010-02-27T22:13:00.000-08:00

Kaitlyn was such a treat to work with today. She was up for anything and we ran around looking for the most interesting spots to capture her in. So much fun!!!
Enjoy...more to come later:)

Wow...two posts in one day!

2010-02-09T20:56:00.000-08:00

Once the New Year hit I was going to really try hard and post more but I have been a little lame in blogging. Maybe making two posts in one day will make up for it....if not, well I promise to try harder!

This young lady is another one of my daughter's friends (Hailey's this time). Lucky me, I get to take pictures of these cute girls all the time! She got her braces off recently and her mom wanted to get some shots of her new beautiful smile! I think the orthodontist did a pretty good job! She was up for anything so we went down to my favorite spot on the river and we were even able to borrow a boat from the local fishermen to use as a prop. With Valentine's day coming up I was dying to do some shots high lighting my favorite red and pink holiday. Fun, fun, fun!

Kiana Marie

2010-02-09T20:23:00.000-08:00

Today I was able to finish the edits on this lovely young girl that I was able to photograph last week. It was such a treat since I have known her since she was a little first grader in my daughter, Kyla's, class and now they are both freshmen in high school. We had fun adding vintage inspired accessories to make the shoot super stylish! Hopefully she will get to use some of these images for sending out to casting agents and who knows someday a famous star on the stage!!! Good luck Kiki....I hope all your dreams come true! For more of her photos check out my facebook page.

Let's just call it "June"uary!!!

2010-01-20T15:50:00.000-08:00

The weather has been crazy warm for January and the sun has also peeked it's way through the clouds. For a person that suffers from seasonal depression this has been a great boost for me. I was motivated this past week to take some photo shoots with my girls....

First my youngest with her long time friend-they are so cute!!!

Then a couple of days ago the weather got really warm and it felt like a summer day so my oldest daughter and I thought what a great opportunity to shoot with the member of our family, or baby kitten, Martin.

Hopefully this is just a taste of what the rest of winter and spring has in store for us!

TTFN...ta ta for now! Elise:)

Happy New Year...and a time to give!!!!

2010-01-01T12:59:00.000-08:00

I am so excited to announce that I have a winner for the "Giving is Awesome" contest!!! I had a really hard time deciding on the final winner because the other nominations were all so deserving.

Thanks to everyone who nominated others and I am truly humbled by the thoughtfulness that went into the stories submitted. What a great way to start a new year and decade!

To protect the privacy of those who won the contest I will not be announcing the winners on my website unless I get permission from those families to do so.

I can say the family who won is going through a very difficult situation right now and they deserve this special surprise and if you can keep them in your thoughts and prayers I would really appreciate it!

This busy year I didn't get our Christmas cards out in the mail before the holidays but I decided that I should still send out something. So this week I ordered these cards and I am excited to get them soon so I can finally get them in the mail.....a little late but I love how they turned out!

Happy 2010!!!

Getting Ready for the 2010

2009-12-30T15:31:00.000-08:00

I am excited for the New Year....my new look on the blog and website! I so wanted to have everything finished up to launch on January 1st but unfortunately it will have to wait but I am looking forward to sharing my new look soon!

Only two more days until I can announce a winner in the Giving is Awesome contest! Can't wait!

In the meantime, family came in from New Jersey this past week and I had a fun little photo session with my sweet little niece. Here are a couple shots to share from our time playing:)

No snow this year but we did have beautiful clear skies!!!

Giving is Awesome!!!

2009-12-16T23:10:00.001-08:00

I have been so extremely blessed these past 6 months in my new photography adventure. The business has blossomed into something wonderful and so creatively fulfilling.

I am so thankful and in the spirit of the season as well as wanting to give back I am excited to announce that I will be taking part in the campaign....

http://www.givingisawesome.com/

I have joined 337 other photographers (and counting) who are donating nearly $400,000 to others in need with what we do best.

Here is the scoop:

You know someone.

You know someone who’s experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances.

You know someone who can’t afford custom photography, but who would cherish it this holiday season.

You know someone who deserves a year-round reminder of their family’s spirit, love, and beauty.

YOU KNOW SOMEONE. I GUARANTEE IT.

I want to know who they are, and I want to give them the chance to experience complimentary custom photography — $1000 worth to be exact. Which includes a photo session along with a complete set of 4x6 prints and all the digital files. It’s in your power to give them the artwork they deserve this holiday season.

Oh, and the best part? The person who nominates the winner receives a $200 print credit gift certificate. What better reason to show some love could there possibly be?

The rules:

* You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services. (Carrying an iPhone does not qualify as sincere financial need.)

* The nominee must reside within 1 hour driving distance from Monroe, Washington.

* Tell me who you know, what they’re experiencing, and why they deserve my artwork. Please include a way to contact both your nominee and yourself as well.

* You must e-mail me the FULL STORY at furelisedesigns@hotmail.com by December 24th, 2009.

The winner will be announced on New Years Day 2010 with a special phone call to the winner. I will also announce it on my blog that same day. Get nominating! I can’t wait to read all of your entries!

The premise is simple: think of someone you know who deserves custom photography but can no way possibly afford it. Nominate them to win it. Enjoy the warm fuzzy feeling you brought to the world.

Open your heart to someone this holiday season — and thank you for giving me the opportunity to open mine.

With love and gratitude,

Elise:)

Don't forget to become a fan on Facebook.....

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Monroe-WA/Elise-Marie-Photography/106594346307?ref=sgm

Halloween Mini Sessions

2009-10-08T12:29:00.000-07:00

I know I have not done very well on keeping up with my blog but the last two months I have been so busy trying to keep up with photo shoots and editing that the blog has been the last thing on my list. Hopefully, I will slow down a bit in November and I can get back to sharing on this blog all the great photo shoots that I have been doing but I update more frequently on my facebook account so go check it out.....http://www.facebook.com/pages/Monroe-WA/Elise-Marie-Photography/106594346307?v=wall&ref=nf

Fun Family Shoot-Family and Child Photography, King and Snohomish County Washington

2009-08-14T19:58:00.000-07:00

I loved that this family was willing to haul their cool brown couch into their yard to create some amazing shots! It helps that the family is super adorable too!

August Sunset-Family Photography, King and Snohomish County Washington

2009-08-07T00:57:00.000-07:00

I love the way the sunset created the most perfect light for this beautiful family......who happen to be wonderful friends too! We had fun playing in the field next to their home and the horses were curious so they posed for some of the shots also! Amazing!!! These are just a few but I still have a lot more to edit. Enjoy!

Sweet Senior Shoot-Snohomish and King County Senior Photography

2009-08-05T16:05:00.000-07:00

God Bless Cowgirls....and boys! Snohomish County, Wa Family Photography

2009-07-30T16:55:00.000-07:00

I just loved photographing this family!!! Not only did I get to play with the kids but we had horses and kittens to play with also. First time doing that for me but it was a blast!!! We even got to bring home a kitten from this sweet family to join our family! We are in love with him but our other two cats....not so much;)

Beautiful Makenna

2009-07-26T00:56:00.000-07:00

I just love the new chair I purchased last weekend. I was so excited to have a very beautiful young lady be the first to model with it!!! It was like they were made to be together!

Watch for more beautiful photos of this recent photo shoot and I have 3 shoots this week so I will be updating lots!

This my new photography blog...

2009-07-23T15:24:00.000-07:00

I know I started making another blog but I forgot my passwords, so this is now my new blogger blog. Until I get tired of blogger. Right now I am frustrated because some of my images are showing up blurrier than they should be but it may be how I compressed them. I will work on that I guess. Refer to my website (www.elisemariephoto.com) to get a real sense of the photographs....there they come across crystal clear! I just wanted a place where I could update my current projects and photoshoots. I have a lot of catching up to do but this is my new start....again:0)