So much to say. So little time to bore you with. Hang with me.
First, I have to say that I had a most wonderful one night getaway to Austin, Texas to scout locations for upcoming shoots. Between spending time with beloved friends, eating dinner outdoors at Zocalo's, cupcakes from Sugar Mama's , shopping on South Congress, and a Leslie sighting I was a little nostalgic for life in central Texas amidst the rivers, the hills, and the culture. Thank you, Katy, for being such an awesome hostess and to the Roeders for coming to my rescue when lost or fear-stricken on the side of the tollway.
Second, I think I'm ready to firm up the Austin dates and locations in July. I'm sooooo, sooooo, soooo excited about the possibilities.
Friday July 16th Taylor, Texas (near Round Rock) 5 pm and 6 pm
Saturday July 17th St. Edwards University (in Austin) 8 am and 9 am
Saturday July 17th South First Street (South Austin) 5 pm and 6 pm
Since this is a trial run for me, I'll be charging the same base price of $250, but I need to at least book 3 shoots in order to pay for the trip. Also, the shoot must be paid in full via paypal by July 2nd. Should I not be able to make the trip because I don't have at least 3 shoots booked I will promptly issue a full refund.
May I ask a favor??? If you have any friends or family in the Austin area that might be interested in a shoot would you mind directing them my way? I'll be most thankful. Throughout the week I'll have pictures up of the three locations I'll be using so check back!
Taylor, Texas was not on my mind as far as being one of the locations I use, but it was too cute to pass up. I met the Roeders (long time friends) in Taylor for a family shoot and I think you'll agree that the character of the town is so unique. Jonathan and I grew up together and ran in the same circle of friends throughout high school so I must say that it's a little weird to see him be fatherly and act like an adult. I kind of wanted to sock him in the arm and tell him to quit pretending to be mature. I restrained myself. Vanessa, his gorgeous, and oh-so-talented wife has long been an artist that I admire and respect. Aside from being beautiful and talented, she's sweet, too. Their little ones are adorable in every way and it was so nice to see them all.
He who would do well to another must do it in minute particulars; general good is the plea of the scoundrel, hypocrite and flatterer. What do you think?
Posted by: jordan 3 | July 31, 2010 at 02:43 AM
GREAT family pics! Love them all : )
Posted by: shawn | June 22, 2010 at 07:05 AM
Wow Viv, These are outstanding! The family is soo cute! Kida weird to see a shoot from the litle town I grew up in, I need to go visit soon!
Posted by: Christy | June 22, 2010 at 05:35 AM
this is your best shoot yet!! fabulous and beautiful family!!!
Posted by: michelle | June 21, 2010 at 11:20 PM
Gorgeous family and such awesome photos!
Posted by: Lou | June 21, 2010 at 07:24 PM
SO love these !!! It makes me ready to take more pictures !
Posted by: Amber | June 21, 2010 at 01:01 PM
The one toward the middle of the page with the whole family looks like it could be in a Ralph Lauren catalog. Wonderful job, Viv!
Posted by: Andi Saenz | June 21, 2010 at 01:00 PM
So I'm a little partial, but I love the pictures and of course the family. Finn's expressions are hilarious, Ms. Audrie looks so grown up, Vanessa is gorgeous and I think Jonathan would be okay if his cousin called him dapper. You did an awesome job, Viv!
Posted by: Abbey | June 21, 2010 at 10:26 AM
LOVE THEM ALL!
Posted by: Emily | June 21, 2010 at 10:03 AM
These are fabulous! What a beautiful family. I love the location. I really like the last one with the grainy texture. So nice!
Posted by: Ktistina | June 21, 2010 at 08:33 AM
What an awesome location! Love that little girls freckles & the little boys expressions are too cute!
Posted by: Crystal | June 21, 2010 at 08:06 AM
Oh, and you captured Finn's peronality perfectly! Love LOVE LOVE them!
Posted by: nessa dee | June 21, 2010 at 07:25 AM
I love them! They are awesome!! Thanks so much, Viv!
Posted by: nessa dee | June 21, 2010 at 07:15 AM
Oh Viv, these are over the top awesome! I am in LOVE with the feel, the colors, the whole vibe is PERFECT!
Posted by: Tiff | June 21, 2010 at 07:12 AM
Oh my! This looks like such a fun shoot! The pictures are awesome. These are definitely some of my favorites you've done!
Posted by: carrie | June 21, 2010 at 07:06 AM
Awe Viv, the pictures are beautiful! I am so tickled that you linked to Leslie's Wikipedia page. We had the perfect Austin day!
Posted by: Katy | June 21, 2010 at 07:01 AM
go Vanessa - looking fierce on that flowered couch!
Posted by: Carli | June 21, 2010 at 06:38 AM
Gorgeous family!! Jonathan's son looks like he's a little pistol...I wonder where he gets it! Great job, Viv!
Posted by: Sarah Humphries Smith | June 21, 2010 at 05:50 AM