Cymbidium Photography Blog

Cymbidium Photography Blog http://cymbidiumphotography.com/blog/ en Copyright 2010 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:23:42 -0600 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Kimberly and Jon Neighbors, Kimberly and Jon, met in their apartment complex while they were dating other people. When things "went south" with the others Jon swooped in to steal Kim's heart and the rest is history! The following are a few shots from their engagement session, in Fort Worth.

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Dear Texas Stadium-

From seeing my very first concert (yes- it was Michael Jackson), to holding some of my high school's football games and a few more than awkward dates, to watching players like Emmitt Smith and Troy Aikman on the feild- you held quite a few special memories for this sports fan! In honor of your big blow out, I beat the crowds to take a few quick shots as my own little way of saying thanks for the fun!

xoxo

Rachael

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Puppies, ice-cream, boots and jeans- Yes, these are a few of my favorite things! All of which were included in my latest couple's engagement session! This fabulous cowboy proposed in the Big City- on a New York City carriage ride! Romantic much?... I think so!!! To make things even better- it was a complete surprise! Great job to all of her friends and family who kept the big secret. Kaleigh's mom deserves a little extra credit though for holding the record of knowing the longest... She's the custom jewelry designer that Cameron trusted to create the perfect ring!

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"What does true evil look like?" Immediately, without thought, my mind catapulted to the moment I took this picture. As a photographer, often I am forced to shoot in the moment and emotionally process it later, but even I found myself dropping my camera- and my jaw at this particular second. I watched a boy under the age of 4, shivering from the cold (and from his high fever), do a job no grown man should be forced to do. We did the best we could do that day to help- a few snacks, a shirt off one of our backs, a promise to meet up later with his master, but eventually we did have to leave. The sheer absence of hope in this child's eyes was pure evil in a powerful form.

At the risk of sounding a little cliche- I am constantly amazed how God works in what we see as hopeless situations. I am consistently being reminded that my God is far bigger and greater than I give Him credit for, and has better plans than I could ever come up with. Not long after the above picture was taken, George Achibra negotiated Emmanuel's (yes, his name literally means "God is with us") release. The picture below is one I took during his first semester of school (just 5 months later), while he was waiting for the bus in his new school uniform. I can't wait to watch this little one grow up- He has a lot to teach me!

Want to get involved? Contact the Touch A Life foundation.

]]> http://cymbidiumphotography.com/blog/2010/02/what-does-true-evil-look.html http://cymbidiumphotography.com/blog/2010/02/what-does-true-evil-look.html FAITH Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:50:38 -0600 Showered with Love...Emerson Rose, we can't wait to meet you!!!

While all are anxiously awaiting little Miss Emerson Rose's arrival, I thought I'd share a few memories of the weekend event that was held in her honor!!!

First, there was a custom CYMBIDIUM invitation, enticing everyone to attend:

With the addressed envelopes ready to be mailed (handwritten by the fabulously talented Robyn... because I apparently missed out on the beautiful handwriting gene in our family).

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Next, was my photo shoot with Mommy & Daddy-To-Be, Aimee and Bryan.

Followed by the Couple's shower: complete with fresh cut orchids from CYMBIDIUM, and food by the one and only... Chef Blythe Beck (yes... those are hot pink donut holes)!!!

Finally, each guest left with a gift bag and golden button (pictured below) to let the world know how they feel about Baby Emerson!

Love Emerson as much as we do?!! Want to see more pictures? CLICK HERE to view a slideshow of the weekend (includes my pictures from both the photo shoot and the couple's shower).

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"The customer is always right" is Brent's favorite saying! Since technically he was Tiffany's customer, things between the two started slowly (although they had definitely caught each other's eye!). Things picked up when she asked them on their first date and the two have been inseparable ever since. Check out a few of my favorite picts from their big day!

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Then, there is my favorite part of every wedding (yes, it's girly and cliche, but I will say that I did love it even before the movie 27 Dresses made it popular)... THE GROOM'S FACE, when he sees her for the first time!!!

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Once they are completed, we start the calligraphy process... and by "we", I mean Robyn... I'm only allowed to take the pictures thanks to my Dr.'s style handwriting :).

Finished product. Ready to be sent!

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Final outcome... It's always a good sign when you get kissed by a client!

See more at www.cymbidiuminvitations.com. Also, be sure to keep us in mind for all of your holiday card needs!!!

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One of my favorite people to shoot for is Maxine Trowbridge, of Pink Memo. Recently, Keith Lissner (pictured above w/ his models) was the featured designer of "Fashion Dish" (Pink Memo's monthly luncheon/ trunk show). Click here to view more of the photos I took of this fabulous event!

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Be sure to watch Episode 2 of Oxygen's "The Naughty Kitchen" with Chef Blythe Beck (pictured below with Bradie)... It features Bradie & Star's rehearsal dinner! Keep an eye out throughout the episode for a few of my still photos from the wedding/reception!!! You can CLICK HERE to view the online "sneak peek". Check back here at a later date for more of the wedding day picts!

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