Busy busy me!!

Hi all - I'm wrapping up the 2007 Senior season. Congrats to all.

We had our 2nd Annual Volleyball & Fish Fry last weekend. Would you believe I didn't take 1 shot? That's right - I never even picked up my camera. However, my assistant Heidi was there to save the day. Once she gives me the pix - I'll upload. We had so much fish - caught by my husband, and our friends Blane Waynes, Rick Waynes, and Kevin Gatlin. In fact, once everyone left for the night, and when I was putting away all the left-overs - I found another HUGE pan of fish we didn't fry. Eeek - guess what I had for dinner the next day? LOL

Night-Scapes!

Nightscapes - what in the world? Well, this past year, I've been attending workshops, and studying with some of the best photographers. In fact, Tim Babin, from Gonzales, LA, taught me something called "Nighscapes". They're a HUGE hit with his group of seniors. So, since I had Sam with me one night, I thought I'd try it out.

Thanks Sam!!!

Senior 2007!

Oh my - the day is here and Samantha will be graduating. I'm so proud of her!!!!!

She started the year a my Senior Models and did a great job for me (or should I say her mother!). She had her Debutante portraits through me, and her mother wanted another set of senior portraits made. When I reviewed her images through the year, you could really see how much she's changed. She's beautiful inside and out.

Have a great time at Texas Tech!

I can't believe Bode turned 1

My favorite little baby boy has turned 1. I can't believe it. Just seems like yesterday he was born. Here are my favorite shots of my little man Bode!

Blue Bonnets

I took my daughter out for our annual Blue Bonnet search. We found some great ones near our house - the BBs where every where. They smell so nice and fresh.

SPRING IS HERE!

Hi Y'all! It's been awhile since I posted. As usual, I normally take off the winter months. Let's face it - it's not fun to take pictures outdoors when it's cold. In Texas, you just never know from one minute to the next what the weather will do. Technically I did have a session this past winter. For the 2nd year in a row, Terrell's Upwards' Basketball league invited me to be their team photographer. They area always fun and I look forwards to seeing them again in 2008!

So, to catch y'all up, I've been busy during my off-season preparing for 2007. I've been attending workshops, conventions, and tradeshows. I have exciting new products this year, and will be posting samples once I receive my orders.

I am introducing a new line of albums. They include new/vibrant colors, personalized book jackets, and new wallet albums.

My son Daniel will be my intern this spring/summer. He's very close to graduating w/his Graphic Arts Associate Degree and I'm looking forward to seeing what he comes up

More 2007 happenings

Oh boy - I just purchased a new shopping cart system for on-line orders. This is be awesome for those of my clients that are night-owls and for their out-of-town family. In 2007 - you will now be able to order ONLINE!!! You won't have to e-mail me your order, or even call me. However, you know I'm always happy to hear from ya!!!

Stay tuned - more to come!!!

Thanks to my clients!

I wanted to give a big thanks to my clients who were nice enough to write a "testimonial" for me. I have placed all that I received on my website, and I have sent y'all a 2007 calendar as my thank you gift. Here's a sample of what one looks like (it's me and my assistant Heidi):

Plans for 2007!

I've been getting e-mails, phone calls, and such from past and potential clients. They're all asking me the same things....What's up for 2007?

PLENTY!!!! I'm really gearing for Seniors in 2007, and need models. I'm so excited about some new products, and need models to help me out. So, if you know of any guys and gals that are willing to get their senior portraits done at a discount + cash in the bank - send them my way!!!

I'm also going to partner with a new jewelry vendor. As you all know - I was disappointed when my other gal moved to Europe, but I have found a new one! I love her stuff!!! Stay tuned for some sample products to show up here and there! Oh wait - I just can't wait to show you - here's a sample:

Merry Christmas!

Ok ok ok - so you all know that I had planned to take off the month of December. However, I could I possibly say NO to my favorite clients? Well, I couldn't. So, I made room for the Johnsons', the Lee's and the Hootens'! Here are a few images from their sessions.

WEB SITE HAS LAUNCHED!

Ok troups - thanks for hanging in there. The new site launched today. I'm so pumped. I hope everyone likes it. I have a few tweaks here and there, but for the most part - IT'S DONE!

Check it out! www.shelleyedwards.com

New Website Count Down!

It's coming. I know I keep saying it, but this time - ITS FOR REAL!!! I let the webite designers know that I'm ready to go live, so now the ball is in their court.

I want to take this moment and let the world know that MY CLIENTS ROCKS!!! I asked some recent clients to send me a short testimonal so that I can include it on my website, and what they wrote was so wonderful and had me in tears. IN TEARS I TELL YOU!!!

It was so touching to read such nice things. Thank you all - from the bottom of my heart.

Meet Cameron

Meet Cameron. This handsome young man worked really hard and graduated early! WTG Cameron. He's a talented musian - on a break right now - with plans to go to NTSU. He's pretty tall, and has really pretty hair. I'm sure the girls just go wild.

Meet Jason

Meet Jason. This cutie worked very hard since he was a Freshman and graduated early! Congrats Jason - I'm sure your family is very proud. Jason isn't sure where he's going to school yet - probably will take some classes at the local college - to get the basics out of the way. Sounds like a really good plan to me!

Meet Josh

Meet Josh - his hobbies include hunting. He's graduating in May, 07, and join his father's business. He mother tells me he's talented in CAD design. He's a cute cowboy!!

Holiday Hop Photo Op FLOP

Ok - I've been super duper busy this holiday season. First, I had my 3rd Annual Holiday Hop Photo Op, but it turned into a FLOP! I only had 3 families sign up; however, you know me - I won't leave anyone hanging. So, I met with those families that signed up. We had tons of fun!!! It's probably my last year to do them, but they sure are fun. Never say never, right?

Here's a few image samples.

Meet Brittany!

This bubbly gal has the prettiest eyes. While editing her images, I was just drawn to how pretty they are. She also had the THICKEST hair I've seen in quite sometime. Once Brittany graduates high school, she plans to go to University of Texas (Hook "Em Horns!) to study journalism.

It's time for the 3rd Annual Holiday Hop Photo Op! I'm having mini-sessions on November 11th (9 to 12) at Prather Park. To reserve your session, call me today!

The mini-sessions are $45 and include 1 rocking keepsake ornament and 15% off portraits/custom card orders. All holiday cards are 5x7. To veiw some samples, visit my gallery: http://shelleyedwards.com/Gallery/2006HHPO?page=1

These sessions book really fast, so contact me right away!!!

So, where's the new site?

I know I know I know - I've been telling everyone that I am working on a new website. Really, I am. Websites just take a while to build. I'm going to commit to a Nov. 1 launch date. Maybe if I do that - I'll actually spend more time building it. Anyway, here are a couple screen shots.....

It's Sam Again

What an honor for Sam to choose me as her debutant photographer. I was thrilled to photograph this beauty again. We chose a morning session in Prather Park. It was a bit hot for Oct. 1, but we had fun. Sam's dress was absolutely gorgeous.