Tutu mania...

Ok, not really...  But I've been eyeing up a couple tutu's and just COULDN'T justify spending that kind of money on them.... we're talking like... $80 here. Uhm, yeah.  So to Wal-Mart I go and buying the supplies literally cost me under $10, and it took me maybe 3 hours or so.  Four or five if you count the intermittent Lilly breaks and her 'helping'...

But here is the finished product which, by the way, even got some bling!  Talk about being an over achiever!!!

Size wise, on Lilly, (an average 16 month old), it touches the floor and can be cinched in the back a little.  I believe it would fit up to a 10-12 in girls' sizes also as I didn't sew the elastic, just pinned it.

It's dark pink, light pink and white, which, if you flipped it over would look all dark pink because they're longer strands...  REVERSIBLE!! 

studio 60 collages

The studio 60 Baby Bits Portrait Collages are a huge hit.... Lately there have been requests for 'Family' Collages as well, which is a great way to show off your favorite images in one grand piece of art. These are suitable for wall canvases and standouts... Many different styles and ideas are available, it just depends on what you want! This just happens to be a couple of my brother and this family, and since we kept the session VERY simple and subdued, this is a timeless look that will look great in your home anywhere you place it.

REALLY Random Pictures! Bridal Show 2009

Ok, so I only had time to shoot a few pics at the Bridal Show after we got set up... Unfortunately (or not) there weren't many other vendors set up when I had to start 'manning' mine... :) This is what I got.......

MY BOOTH... I had more to show, but my canvases are a whopping 30 INCHES by 40 INCHES... yeah.. took up a little space! :)My MOMMA's booth, Country Catering & Cakes, Perham, MN. And those cupcakes? Yeah, I had more than one. I absolutely love these flowers!!! DESIGNS by TESS, New York Mills, MN... Getchya some.BTW : I really thought I needed to have this bouquet... because it's HOT PINK and all... but some other lucky bride got to take it home... YES! you heard me! She gave the bouquets away! How awesome is that? Uhm, can we say SUMMER anyone?? Check out the BLING on the those flippies! Elegance Bridal Shop in Perham, MNCan't forget about the dudes ~ or at least what to dress them in....
And Ma's Little Red Barn in Perham, MN ~ Seriously, if you need ANYTHING party related, this chick has the answer. Check them out!

2009 Thumper Pond Bridal Show

First and foremost... A great big humongous THANK YOU!!! to all the brides who stopped by the booth today and chatted, it was fun!! Hopefully it wasn't too confusing with so many other photographers there, but we all have fun and love what we do, so hopefully you find a style that reflects your own personalities and choose accordingly. Don't go by price alone, because you WON'T be happy. Anyway! And if you forgot where I was at... I got lucky enough to be between the CUPCAKES and the COFFEE!! Never a bad spot!

Ok ~ the winner of the Freebie Engagement Session and also the super delicious Custom Designed Guest Book is........................... ERIKA OLSON, Perham, MN. Thanks so much everyone!!! :)

Bridal Show 2009

Ok folks!! It's almost here!

Remember that there is a Bridal Show THIS SUNDAY at Thumper Pond Golf Course / Resort, in Ottertail, MN. Elegance will be supplying the gorgeous dresses for the style show at 3:00.
studio 60 photographic art WILL BE THERE!

Sign up at the booth for a COMPLIMENTARY engagement session combined with a FREE custom designed Guest Book from our awesometacular album company.

ALSO!! Should you book studio 60 for your upcoming wedding AT THE SHOW, you will receive $250 in additional credit to spend as you please! YEAH!!! So exciting!

Frogs, Snails & Puppy Dog Tails....

.....That's what little boys are made of...

OK ~ So he may not be into Frogs quite yet, but I totally envision him to be every bit the BOY that he is when he's older!

My cute nephew Curtis... Yes, I AM allowed to be biased!And of course his Mom and Dad, my brother Adam and AprilThis is my FAVORITE! Look at those blue eyes!

Our 2nd Anniversary!

My girls and I..... Cherry Red dresses with Claret ribbons... My husband? "They're red, huh?"
OK ~ now look at all the snow we had 2 years ago in JANUARY! Depressing?!The boys...My MOST favorite pic of the whole day...
Hubby and I have been married for 2 years... Been together for about 3 before that! Amazing how time flies, huh?? I remember when I first met him... Times were a little wilder and crazier way back then!

Minnesota Lifestyles Sweepstakes

Ok folks ~ We live in the land of 6 months winters, and snow up to our... ahem... yeah... Why not make it fun? Starting Monday, January 19th studio 60 will give away 2 freebie sessions to perk up the winter blahs. The catch? Outdoor fun only. Snowmobiles. Snowshoes. Snowboards. Snowballs. Snowmen. You get the idea! Bring the family out to romp in the snow and have some fun. Hot chocolate afterward will be HOT I promise!

The first 2 emails I receive ON MONDAY, the 19th with ML Sweepstakes in the subject will each receive a free WINTER session curtesy of studio 60. Weather permitting... We don't want to freeze toooo much! Sessions will be held at studio 60 - NE of Perham, Mn.

mystudio60@hotmail.com

(on a little side note: the above image was published in the Lake Region Cooperative Calendar a couple years ago!! Yeah for snow angels!!!)

Will you be my VALENTINE!?

Can it be possible that a year has flown by already and my babies are another year older? It shouldn't seem so, but alas.... Last year was crazy with a new baby, lots of photography and lots of awesometacular clients who let me into their lives to document what's nearest and dearest to them.... Here's a little lovin' from my babes because I can't believe how much they've changed in the last year.

Wear your love...

Wouldn't this make a GREAT Valentine for your Valentine???
Receive 10% off your total jewelry order until January 17th!!

2008: YEAR IN REVIEW : WEDDINGS Part 2

Bayfield, Wisconsin
Perham, Minnesota
Perham, Minnesota
Perham, Minnesota

2008: YEAR IN REVIEW : WEDDINGS Part 1

Here are some of my all time faves from all the weddings this last year! Enjoy!
Dent, Minnesota
Perham, Minnesota
New York Mills, Minnesota
Richville, Minnesota