Greens and Blues are almost always a nice coordinating color to earth toned color schemes.  If your home does not have a lot of color, brighter colors may be a good option to add some pop to your walls!

Here are a few important tips to keep your family looking hip and coordinated all at the same time.

DO:

Pick a color group to work around.  For example, Earth Tones, Jewel Tones, Warm Reds and Browns, Cool Blues and Greens, etc.

Layer and add textures to your outfits! Scarfs, hats, hair accessories, or a fun necklace add a little interest without standing out too much within the group.  A little pop of color goes a long way

Wear stylish shoes or boots…no white sneakers PLEASE!

Have well groomed or manicured nails and toes…you never know when you might have to take your shoes off!

Have at least a week old hair cut on men and boys.

DON’T

Wear bold patterns on adults…save those for the kiddos

Get your hair cut the day before the shoot

Wear clothes that are too big or baggy

No chipped nail polish or crazy colors.

Below are some color combinations that may help in coordinating your family’s perfect outfit!  Remember, planning is key!  Please allow adequate time to pull your outfits together and purchase the necessary accessories (don’t forget the tights, shoes, and hair accessories!)

The studio is always available to review your choices or make suggestions!

**Clothing from GAP, Old Navy, JCrew and Tea.

It’s hard to find words to express what it was like to be a part of such a precious moment.  Although I have had 2 children of my own, I have never “witnessed” a birth.  Amazing….simple amazing.  I know these images will be cherished memories for this family forever!

For any of you looking to do a natural child birth, I highly recommend the Austin Birthing Center!  The staff and facilities were first class!  And if you are interested in having your birth documented like this one, please contact the studio for more information.

Enjoy the slideshow…

When I  bought these rompers for the studio a year ago, I kept envisioning them as vintage swimsuits….thus became the inspiration for this shoot.  Even though it was Texas beaches, I wanted a Cape Cod feel to it.  I love the way it turned out!

For some reason, when I am editing a shoot, a song lyric or scripture verse will pop in my head that seems to describe the way the shoot makes me feel.  With this one, it was “Luckiest” by Ben Folds Five

I don’t get many things right the first time,
In fact i am told that a lot.
Now i know all the wrong turns ands tumbles and falls
Brought me here.
Now it was right before the day that i first saw your lovely face.
Now i see it everyday

And i know
That i am,
I am,
I am the luckiest.

I love you more
Than I have ever found a way to say to you.

Thank you for allowing me to preserve this precious time in your lives, Kari!

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I pray she finds Your light
And holds it in her heart
As darkness falls each night
Remind her where You are

Every mother’s prayer
Every child knows
Need to find a place
Guide her with Your grace
Give her faith so she’ll be safe
-Celine Dion

And now I am off to bed for an early morning drive to Bryan/College Station for a Bridal Portrait.  Definitely going to be making a stop at Blue Baker and Sweet Eugene’s before heading back to Austin….

Just a few of my favorite photographs of this adorable family…

This shoot started a little differently than most.  Usually, it’s mom coming to the planning session, choosing the wardrobe, and making sure the kids come happy and ready for their photo shoot.  But in this case, Dad came to me wanting to pull off the ultimate gift for his wife!  Together we planned the shoot and Dad orchestrated everything for the boys without any help from mom!  He even included the perfect touch of their favorite stuffed animals.

The shoot went off perfectly, and I loved how the photos captured these two sweet little boys relationship with one another.  I could tell from the moment I met them that they loved each other and that Little Brother wanted to be just like Big Brother.

It was the best surprise any mother could get on Christmas morning when Dad pulled out the new custom framed wall portrait for above their mantel!!

These clothes are perfect pieces for your Spring and Summer Photo shoots and all purchases over $100 qualify for photo gift certificate giveaways!

Wednesday, February 2nd, 4pm-6pm

4109 Sam Bass Road

www.matildajaneclothing.com

Photos from Matilda Jane Clothing

(Scene starts with family heading out the door to a Dragon Football game….running late, because Morgan insists on picking out her own shoes.)

Me: “Oh my gosh!  Blake, the girls look so cute….I really want to take a quick photo of them.”

Blake: “SERIOUSLY??  We are running late.”

Me:   “OK, just really quick…they match and both are in a good mood.”

Blake: “Just ONE photo!”

ME:  ”OK, let me get my camera.”

(I quickly run to gather my camera bag and entire arsenal of lenses.  I return with some accessories and an old chair in tow.  I get “the look” from Blake and know this has got to be quick.)

ME: “I promise…5 minutes.  Please grab some candy and throw this chair in the truck (smile).”

So then head across the street to the church parking lot for a 5 minute take…and the girls load up on candy before dinner.  I am so glad my husband puts up with me… but he did know what he was signing up for, since I was a photographer when he met me.  Thanks, Babe!