Natasha Chalker Photography » Natasha http://natashachalker.com/blog Blog Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:07:18 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 there’s a new little princess in town http://natashachalker.com/blog/theres-a-new-little-princess-in-town/ http://natashachalker.com/blog/theres-a-new-little-princess-in-town/#comments Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:07:18 +0000 Natasha http://natashachalker.com/blog/?p=1081 and she’s gorgeous!

Mom is doing a shabby chic nursery so I did some soft, prissy processing on these that I think will go beautifully in her room.

In between cat naps, she did this entire animation show – lots of sweet and funny faces. I was tempted to her home with me!

My summer has been busy – not much time for pictures because we (my family and I) have been on the go so much. I’ll be sharing some of that later…

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]]> http://natashachalker.com/blog/any-day-now/feed/ 0 summer has arrived… http://natashachalker.com/blog/summer-has-arrived/ http://natashachalker.com/blog/summer-has-arrived/#comments Fri, 25 Jun 2010 01:26:20 +0000 Natasha http://natashachalker.com/blog/?p=1038 …and it’s my absolute favorite season of the year. I love waking up and forgetting what day it is because most days the kids and I have nothing we “have” to do. We are certainly enjoying some well deserved down time. We were at the beach last week and all the cousins got together for a quick photo shoot – or an attempt at one at least. The “babies” are 17 and 18 months old and to say they are quick is a huge understatement! We had to be equally as fast with treats and bribes but in the end it was all worth it since they earned ring pops – every one of them! :) Candy makes all kids happy, right?

I told my mother in law I wanted to get a shot of the babies naked in the sand. Of course they sat for about 1.4 seconds as you can see here -

I like this in a vintage wash, too. So sweet!

And summer isn’t summer without fresh cherries. I put some in one of my grandmother’s old mixing bowls, again in a vintage wash just because.

I noticed these ants a few weeks ago with an enormous treasure – a corner of a dorito. As they carried it away down my driveway, I ran inside to get my camera and nearly missed them. Apparently, they are quick, like toddlers!

]]> http://natashachalker.com/blog/summer-has-arrived/feed/ 0 Fun! http://natashachalker.com/blog/fun/ http://natashachalker.com/blog/fun/#comments Tue, 15 Jun 2010 13:01:31 +0000 Natasha http://natashachalker.com/blog/?p=1011 I had an awesome time photographing Mandy and Casey’s beach wedding in Destin last weekend. It was such a casual wedding, very laid back. Everyone had a great time – and that’s exactly how weddings should be! I felt honored that she asked me to photograph such a memorable event in their lives. (And I still only do weddings a very limited basis)

Casey reading a letter from Mandy.

Her dress was stunning.

Beautiful!

Their first time seeing each other all prettied up.

The wedding location was amazing. Tons of spots for gorgeous shots like this one. Wow!!  

One of my favorite shots of the day.

Sisters, in case you couldn’t tell.

Mandy’s boys had important jobs as part of the wedding party, too, as you can see here.  Mr Ringbearer took his job very seriously.

Some random vactioners that wanted a photo with the bride. Fun!

My other favorite shot

The lighting was bright and did I mention hot? But so much better than rain anyday!

Family!

I did a vintage process on the next two pictures, for fun. Casey and the boys – so sweet!

A random white fluffy dog on the beach looking for some love.

“I”ll be right there (at the reception) once I clean the sand out of my baby’s crack”  :)

Ahhhh, sunset!

Yep, they jumped into the pool in their wedding attire – all four of them!

Mandy, Casey, Brunson, Pittman – you guys are awesome! Blessings to you all as you start your new family and your life together.

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I did some vintage processing on some of these which turned out quite nicely. It helped that it was such a pretty evening for taking pictures.  I love this time of year!

My favorite. Wow!

]]> http://natashachalker.com/blog/1006/feed/ 0 all boy http://natashachalker.com/blog/all-boy/ http://natashachalker.com/blog/all-boy/#comments Sat, 01 May 2010 20:25:08 +0000 Natasha http://natashachalker.com/blog/?p=984 I’ve been watching this little guy grow.  He is all boy, too! He got his hands in the mulch, as you can see here, and had the best time. Just like a boy! I did a pastel processing on this and I like it.

Later we noticed the dirt under his nails!

One of my favorite shots. Ever.

I could just eat him up! I love his sweet face!

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Don’t you just love his hair? Mom says he’s getting a haircut soon and she wanted some pictures of his sweet, sweet curls.

I think this guy was the most cooperative toddler I’ve worked with. He made my job so easy.

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There is nothing more precious than baby eyelashes and tiny fingers.

And of course, one extra handsome baby brother.

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I just love the kids’ faces here – so typical – Big sister, the princess, Baby girl is thinking, “whatcha talking bout Willis?”, while brother seems to want to ask, “whyyy are you putting my airplane in your pocket, Mrs Tasha?”.

Such a beautiful family.  Thanks for the opportunity to take your family beach portraits!

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Miss Elle was so sweet. I even got a hug when our session ended, mostly because she was ready to go and see some cows! :)

Mom looks amazing, don’t you think?

Patty cake with Mom!

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