PINKLE TOES PHOTOGRAPHY: Sister. Sister. ♥ Austin Newborn Photography

July 2nd, 2009 , Posted in Austin Baby Photographer, Austin Family Photographer, Austin Holiday Pictures, Austin Kids Photographer, Austin Newborn Photographer

These two beauties are about the same age difference as my sis and I. They are so lucky to have one another, even if they don’t realize it until they’re 25 ;-).  Congratulations, mom…your girls are perfectly adorable!

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  1. jennifer wrote: aww how precious these are absolutely beautiful especially the colored shots of the two sisters together (07/02/09, 11:04 pm)

  2. Stacy wrote: Welcome back hun....I missed your posting....love this girls sure do ROCK and the one with mom and baby is perfect! (07/03/09, 6:31 am)

  3. Lynn wrote: Lovely! Love them! (07/03/09, 1:57 pm)

  4. Nas wrote: SO flippin' cute!!!! I love these pics!! (07/03/09, 4:04 pm)

PINKLE TOES PHOTOGRAPHY: June’s Pic of the Month

July 2nd, 2009 , Posted in Austin Bridal Photographer, Austin Commercial Photographer, Austin Engagement Photographer, Pic of the Month - Austin Photographer

What does this mean?

Because she trusted my vision.

Because she bought the dress just for this experiment.

Because she laid down in a creek with crawdads.

Because she made it look beautiful anyway.

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We are back from vacation, but it’s going to take a bit for me to get caught up on e-mails, calls, proofing, ordering, laundry (ha), etc. so hang in there. I know this sounds odd, but if you haven’t already, the time to book your holiday session is NOW! (Check out the session calendar for openings.) I kid you not, these will fill up before you know it. Hope everyone has a happy and safe 4th!

6 comments. Click here to add yours.
  1. Ashley wrote: I'm trying to figure out how that is a creek she's lying in. It looks like she's not getting wet and it looks like she is lying on a very flat surface. How did you do it? And I love the treatment you did in post-processing! (07/02/09, 8:00 pm)

  2. Michele wrote: She is getting wet. The creek wasn't too deep at this part. (07/02/09, 8:31 pm)

  3. Angie wrote: I absolutely love this photo!! A true original. And what a great & willing model! (07/03/09, 12:52 am)

  4. Alex wrote: stunning image Michele, can't wait to see more of these, just beautiful ;) (07/03/09, 1:28 am)

  5. Stacy wrote: Absolutely gorgeous!!! I love everything about it! (07/03/09, 8:11 am)

  6. Amy wrote: Absolutely stunning shot! Love the processing as well. (07/03/09, 9:16 am)

Out of the office.

June 26th, 2009 , Posted in Anderson Family - My fam

Creating new memories.

Re-living old ones.

Catching up with friends and family.

Soaking in my beautiful kids.

Snuggling with the hubs.

This is vacation.

I will be fuller and yet lighter when I return.

2 comments. Click here to add yours.
  1. Angie wrote: Have a great time!!! (06/26/09, 9:34 am)

  2. jenberry wrote: have fun. as usual this is perfect. (06/26/09, 9:51 am)

PINKLE TOES PHOTOGRAPHY: Dilemma. ♥ Austin Children’s Photographer

June 25th, 2009 , Posted in Austin Family Photographer, Austin Kids Photographer, sneak peek

It was really, really, really tough to just pick *one* sneak from tonight’s session.

Extremely beautiful and fun and fun-loving family.

Michelle, I feel like i just met my best friend and now she’s moving away. :-(

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  1. michelle nicoloff wrote: MICHELE!!!!!!! THANK YOU...THANK YOU...THANK YOU!!! We had such a wonderful time :) The girls LOVED you...they even asked if Miss Michele could come over for dinner :) I love this image...my punkie pooh's face cracks me up :) I cannot wait to have your images of us all over our home in California. I wished we would have met sooner :( xoxoxoxoxooxoxox (06/25/09, 10:35 pm)

  2. Cathy wrote: I am amazed every time I look at your blog, you take such incredible pictures! (06/26/09, 7:41 am)

  3. michelle sidles wrote: I totally dig this picture!! I have a pic up of my kids jumping on my blog right now. SO fun! :) I'm sorry you're friend is moving away. :( (06/26/09, 7:56 am)

  4. Jenn Mac wrote: LOVE this shot! Your work is inspiring! (06/26/09, 5:13 pm)

  5. noel wrote: Aww! So fun and what cute kids! Love the shot, love the kids. Great job. (07/01/09, 11:39 pm)

PINKLE TOES PHOTOGRAPHY: brudders ♥ Austin Children’s Photographer

June 25th, 2009 , Posted in Austin Baby Photographer, Austin Family Photographer, Austin Kids Photographer

These two reminded me so much of my own little guys (about the same age difference). And the eyes on both of them!  Look out ladies!

2 comments. Click here to add yours.
  1. Meghan Rickard wrote: These are gorgeous! And I agree with the eye comment :) (06/25/09, 3:52 pm)

  2. shannon wrote: amazing photos!! i always love your locations! great work! (06/25/09, 5:53 pm)

PINKLE TOES PHOTOGRAPHY: Album Upgrade Offer! ♥ Austin Family Photographer

June 24th, 2009 , Posted in Austin Family Photographer, Austin Holiday Pictures, Austin Kids Photographer, Special Offer

I was flipping through Amry’s newborn album tonight and decided that I want ALL of my clients to have something this exquisite.  So, for a limited time, if you purchase the Deluxe Collection, you can upgrade to the Platinum Album for an extremely discounted rate. This offer is valid even if you’ve already had your session…even if you’ve already received your order from that session.  Just e-mail me for the coupon!

If you haven’t seen it, the Platinum Album is simply amazing. 12×12 with a custom printed acrylic and leather cover and the pages…so thick and durable…like matboard.  Truly a work of art for your works of art. You can flip through a sample at your session or here are a few pics to whet your appetite:

[Photographers: for more details on this album or my product line, please see the PT4P message board.]

3 comments. Click here to add yours.
  1. Rebecca wrote: I LOVE these albums? What company are they from? (06/25/09, 7:23 am)

  2. Cindy wrote: This really looks good --- yeah I agree, if u don't mind me asking too which company is this book? Thanks. (06/25/09, 11:47 am)

  3. Andrea wrote: These are AWESOME! Anyone would be crazy not to get such an amazing album with your FLIPPING awesome photos ^_^ (06/25/09, 7:30 pm)

Internet service

June 24th, 2009 , Posted in sneak peek

My internet service has been off/on yesterday and today, so it’s going to take a while for me to get back to all of my e-mails.  Just wanted to squeeze this message in while I had a little bit of service.

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PINKLE TOES PHOTOGRAPHY: A girl thing ♥ Austin Baby Photographer

June 23rd, 2009 , Posted in Anderson Family - My fam, Austin Baby Photographer

When I was a little girl, my dad’s girlfriend gave me a musical jewelry box full of her old jewelry. I LOVED it. Treasured it. Explored the contents and bejeweled myself for hours on end. I’ve been on a mission to find my little miss a jewelry box even before she was born and I finally found one I loved. It plays "Clare de Lune" (hear it here). She seems to love her jewelry box, too. Now to find some jewels…

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  1. rik andes wrote: oh that's precious! i love the colors, and she really does appear interested in what's going on. lovely memories you're creating. =] (06/23/09, 1:57 pm)

  2. ~SarahInParis~ wrote: That is such a fabulous idea. I also remember having so much fun with my mum's jewellry box as a litte girl. Thankyou so much for the idea (hope you don't mind me stealing it!) as I am going start a jewelry hunt of my very own. Oh yeah and the photos are fabulous (as always!). (06/24/09, 5:57 am)

  3. Erika Jessop wrote: I love it! It looks like it's hand painted! Wow, you two are such lovely girls : ) (06/24/09, 1:31 pm)

PINKLE TOES PHOTOGRAPHY: Hot. Dog. Part Dos. ♥ Austin Engagement Bridal Photographer

June 23rd, 2009 , Posted in Austin Bridal Photographer, Austin Engagement Photographer

This beautiful bride-to-be said these should have a fairytale feel to them. Between the dress and the location and the loving couple and the beautiful light, I think we got it. (And no…I didn’t suddenly change my tune and jump into a wedding…these are just engagement/bridal pics ;-).

12 comments. Click here to add yours.
  1. Stacy wrote: I love love love them! Very creative as always and the color is perfect! Congrats to them! (06/23/09, 2:18 pm)

  2. Sarah Tirado wrote: I realy Love the picture you guys look so in Love Lilly looks so cute too Blessing Mom (06/23/09, 5:59 pm)

  3. Lucy wrote: I love these, you certainly captured that fairytale feel! And Lol I was thinking, Michele...are you doing weddings, good thing you explained yourself! I love that green stripy wall too! (06/23/09, 7:04 pm)

  4. T.C. wrote: Gorgeous, that last one took my breath away! And, I love, love, love the one with them in the woods, her holding her dress out! (06/24/09, 2:01 am)

  5. Austin Wedding Blog wrote: Love the fact that they include their dog in some of the photos! Also, the pic of the lovely couple in the "forest" setting looks fab! Thanks for sharing! (06/24/09, 7:24 am)

  6. Stacy wrote: That last one is awesome! So much love is generating off of that shot. (06/24/09, 8:42 am)

  7. Kristin Williams wrote: You are just AMAZING. My favorite is the black and white of them kissing...it is HOT. :) (06/24/09, 11:51 am)

  8. Rima wrote: wow stunning images, the colours and the framing are just delightful! (06/24/09, 3:44 pm)

  9. Cherron wrote: Oh, they are breathtaking! You really got the fairytale vibe going on. The one in the woods with the yummy light made me gasp. (06/24/09, 11:44 pm)

  10. Maria Medina wrote: Seriously, I almost cried. The pictures look wonderful and they bring out their personalities. Hats of to the photographer. And congrats to the couple....... You all look amazing. (06/25/09, 5:58 am)

  11. Annette wrote: i loove the last one! u guys look super cute (06/25/09, 9:03 am)

  12. Cheyenne wrote: These are stunning! So romantic! I need you to take some pics of me and my hubby like this... (06/28/09, 12:44 am)

PINKLE TOES PHOTOGRAPHY: Snow White ♥ Austin Newborn Photographer

June 22nd, 2009 , Posted in Austin Baby Photographer, Austin Family Photographer, Austin Newborn Photographer

Truly. Like straight out of a Disney movie. She’s absolutely beautiful and perfect.

(How do you like mom’s birthing present there on the left? Way to go, dad!)

16 comments. Click here to add yours.
  1. Kim wrote: stunning...just stunning! (06/22/09, 9:17 pm)

  2. melissa wrote: wow, that first image is absolutely stunning, one of the best newborn photographs ever! (06/22/09, 9:18 pm)

  3. Maria wrote: That last one is amazing, kinda mesmerizing, and that snuggly smile - so adorable. (06/22/09, 9:20 pm)

  4. Sheila wrote: Wow . . . gorgeous baby, gorgeous work. (06/22/09, 9:42 pm)

  5. Kristin Rachelle wrote: Gorgeous. . . I love them all! (06/22/09, 10:30 pm)

  6. bridget wrote: I am loving these!!! (are you missing the newborn stage!?) what's my problem, because I am!!! I love these!!! She's beautiful. (06/22/09, 11:15 pm)

  7. Lauren wrote: This literally took my breath away when I saw that very first image. Wow! Absolutely stunning! (06/22/09, 11:16 pm)

  8. Leah Jent wrote: She is BEAUTIFUL. Seriously. And your pictures are wonderful! (06/23/09, 12:15 am)

  9. Amanda K wrote: Ohh what a gorgeous babe. Beautiful photos! (06/23/09, 6:00 am)

  10. Shanna Simpson wrote: Amazing!! and I am Loving that blanket, oh and the birthing present!! Great job, as always! (06/23/09, 9:09 am)

  11. Irene wrote: Just amazing! (06/23/09, 9:10 am)

  12. Brandi wrote: oh WOW! The first image is absolutely beautiful! What a gorgeous family and gorgeous session :) (06/23/09, 11:18 am)

  13. Juliet wrote: What a gorgeous baby! Red is her color. (06/23/09, 11:25 am)

  14. Ashley wrote: Hey! I've given birth to four kids! Where's my birthing present!? lol (06/23/09, 1:02 pm)

  15. Cara wrote: Wow! Wow! Wow! Love the first shot. Beautiful! (06/24/09, 8:53 am)

  16. abby g. wrote: I found your website just recently and now I check your blog daily!! I LOVE the way you capture newborns. All of your pictures are gorgeous! Can you please tell me the lens you used on the very last picture? Do you offer any kind of one on one workshop? Sorry for all of the questions:) (06/25/09, 6:26 am)