by Shelly | May 14, 2013 | event, senior gals, senior portraits, special project |
I don’t know where the year has gone, but it is time for Glamour Splash 2013 — and I’m so excited I can hardly stand it. We’re celebrating all the soon-to-be High School Seniors, and doing something VERY special for our community.
Picture this!
YOU… a formal dress.. in the water — YES — IN THE WATER at your gorgeous BEST — for one of the most exciting portraits you’ve ever seen…
AND — all proceeds go to Cinco Charities to help build and operate the Ballard House, a temporary overnight housing facility for families that travel to the Katy/West Houston area for medical care.
Ready to take the plunge? Reserve your session HERE! and then keep reading for more details.
Glamour Splash started last year, benefited a local food bank, and it was FABULOUS… but, between you and me, our timing was a little bit off. We waited too late into the summer, and quite a few of our potential participants were already out of town, so this year we’re not even waiting for the last day of school. In the Katy schools, students get to exempt a number of their final exams based upon what grade they are in, their attendance, and academic performance — so we’re celebrating their achievements and playing HOLLYWOOD while their younger siblings are sitting in finals.
na na na na boo boo!
Glamour splash is open to any girl who has shot her senior portraits with our studio, regardless of the year, as well as to anyone in the class of 2014 or 2015.
The sessions will last 20 minutes each, and you can use your own formal dress or choose from one of ours.
To register, go to http://SPCcreative.bookmonline.com . A minimum donation of $20.00 will reserve your session, and you’ll get a free Facebook/social media profile picture. Additional options are available to increase your contribution to Cinco Charities — and they come with extra goodies. After the session prints and electronic files will be available online — still benefiting Cinco Charities.
Session reservations are non-refundable, but every single penny goes to this great cause.
We highly recommend that you bring your own dress for the session because that will make your session totally personal, but we also understand if you don’t want to take the risk of putting your pretties into a chlorinated swimming pool. We have a few dresses in the studio that you can choose from — or you can wear your own bandeau-style swim top or tube top, and we’ll use fabric drapes to create your special images.
We are also accepting dress donations for future Glamour Splash events!
Should you use your own dress, please bear in mind that you are doing so at your own risk. Most synthetic fibers are perfectly safe in the water as are quite a few natural fibers, but I am NOT Heloise and I will not make any promises. — What I WILL promise is that you’ll get a ROCKIN photo session. We’ll have fun, and you’ll have the coolest summer photos around.
You know you want it!
And to add a little more of your personality to some of your images, you’re encouraged to bring your own hair decorations and anything that will float — EXCEPT GLITTER. We don’t need glitter in our filter. Flowers and petals would be lovely though. If you have other cool ideas we’re ready to hear them!
Oh … and the ooky part: All participants who are under the age of 18 will be required to bring a release form signed by their parent or guardian. You’ll receive the release after registering, and it simply covers the legal mumbo jumbo allowing us to photograph you and put the images into the glamour splash website for preview and order. The release also talks about how we can’t be responsible for your dress or your safety… even though we trust that you’ve got good sense, and we are very safety-conscious over here. Oh… and since your images WILL be gorgeous, we have to cover the fact that they will probably be blogged about right here! It also releases Cinco Charities from any liability…
No release? No shoot for you. So sorry but it’s super important. After all… we’re all in this to do GOOD things.
SO — click here to reserve your spot or to volunteer.
Volunteer? Did you say volunteer?
YEP! We have a few spots for gals looking to add a few hours to their community service log or to just gain some behind the scenes experience at a fashion photo shoot. You’ll be serving as a hostess, helping other girls get ready for their session or acting as a photographer’s assistant, helping adjust dresses and fabrics, moving and holding lights and shade cloths. Call the studio at 281.773.7465 during business hours if you’d like to help out.
Ready to take the plunge? Reserve your session HERE!
by Shelly | May 8, 2013 | senior guys, senior portraits, sports |
Most of my readers know that for the past six years I’ve spent a good portion of my time in the fall photographing football games for the Taylor Mustangs and providing them with fresh artwork for their program covers and inserts for just about every home game. So…whether the guys know it or not, I feel a special bond with each of the players. That’s why I got excited about taking Tyler’s senior portraits. Playing the position of Linebacker — Number 48 — he was one of MY Mustangs.
After some exciting travels that he has planned for the summer, Tyler plans to study at Tarleton State University in Stephenville.
It was a pleasure getting to know him a little bit better during our session. He is handsome, polite, laid-back and self-assured, and enjoys hunting expeditions with his dad when schedules allow.
Tyler I thoroughly enjoyed being your “Ninja Photographer,” and hope you enjoy your images for years and years to come.
by Shelly | May 6, 2013 | musician, senior guys, senior portraits |
Some of my favorite portrait sessions involve thoughtful, pensive seniors and their musical instruments. Tyler’s session was certainly one of those favorites.
Maybe the musical aspect tugs at my emotions because all of our kids were in band during our own high school years — or maybe I secretly want to relive my own youth, but it’s more likely because these kids completely relax through their music as they connect with their instruments
Tyler’s got some serious talent on both the acoustic and electric guitar, and BONUS!!!!! I got to enjoy a private mini-concert while we shot.
Tyler’s younger brother, Cody came along for the session as well, and I’m always up for adding a sibling or best friend into the mix for a few images. Watching brothers together is so fun. They know each other inside and out, so it’s like having a secret weapon or tool in the studio. They’re guaranteed to bring out laughter, mischief, and above all, attitude. 
Tyler graduates this spring from Cinco Ranch High School and will attend college locally, at least for his first year while he explores a few of the many options available to him.
Just don’t forget your music, Tyler. It will continue to enrich your life for years and years to come — and you can always come back and play for me any time.
by Shelly | Apr 29, 2013 | baby |
Fitness — I don’t think little Isaiah stands a chance of turning into a couch potato any time soon. He’s already got the dumbbell action going on. 
His daddy owns Medical Fitness Pros, the gym where my husband and I are getting ourselves into shape. We both love the thorough workouts and personal attention we get there, and so I was thrilled when I learned that “Aunt Shelly” would get to dote on this little guy at only 10 days old.
Isaiah’s mommy is kinda very super gorgeous too. How could we miss?
Naturally I snuck in a few hugs and snuggles for myself in between sets. It’s been a lot of years since my guys were tiny, but lovin’ on baby boys still comes oh so naturally. It was hard to send him home when we were done, but I’m counting on seeing more of this little guy again.
by Shelly | Mar 26, 2013 | SPCcreative, women |
This is something relatively new to my studio…
I have found an amazing makeup artist, Rachael Elise Walker of Elise Artistry. She is absolutely DA BOMB! I don’t care if we’re working with our high school seniors or with women who have attained a certain um…. er… level of wisdom and maturity. She can make a lady shine… and simply adjust the lights and capture her magic.
So… I tell all my girlfriends that they should take the time to have portraits created NOW while they are in their (insert decade here) and not wait until they are the age their mothers currently are. Hey what the heck! If they are fortunate enough to still have their mothers around, I think they should bring their mothers in for a very special session together …. but …. I digress.
Here’s what Rachael did for my friend and neighbor, Linda.
If you are already a client of mine, chances are that you’ve met Linda. She lives at my address but one street over. For some reason an uncanny number of overexhuberant GPS systems tell people to turn before my block and… there they are… at Linda’s door. If you haven’t met her that way, you still might recognize her from a session I did with her and her sisters nearly a year ago when she was celebrating a particularly important milestone birthday.
https://spccreative.net/2012/08/sisters-and-forever-friends/
My goal is to show a woman at her very best. Nothing crazy or pretentious — unless she wants to be crazy and pretentious — then all bets are off. But, Linda’s got it going on… don’tcha think? AND she’s not afraid to let it shine.
How about you? Are you up for a little bit of studio magic to create a special heirloom treasure for your family? You’ll love it, and so will the people who love you the most …. and they are plenty.
by Shelly | Mar 21, 2013 | musician, senior gals, senior portraits |
The first time I met Hannah, she was just a Freshman in the Taylor High School Color Guard. — You probably know the Color Guard as the kids with flags, rifles and streamers during football halftime performances. That’s only part of the story. After football season ends, these kids continue practicing and competing throughout the winter.
I absolutely love photographing official school groups like the CG because it gives me a chance to meet and get to know a little bit about these kids.
It may not be fair to say so, but I always have a few “favorites,” and Hannah was definitely one. I just always loved her sweet smile and spunky attitude — so I was thrilled when she came into the studio for her senior portraits. 
After graduation Hannah will head east to her family’s “home country” where she will attend classes at Louisiana State University as a pre-med student, leaning toward pediatric medicine.
And I couldn’t help but dig out her freshman color guard pictures (below) … She is definitely the same sweet girl I met back in the fall of 2009… Just a little more grown up and college-ready.
by Shelly | Mar 10, 2013 | engagement, SPCcreative |
Just last night GT surprised Rachel with a Biblical foot-washing… and while he was down on his knees he had a very special question to ask her.
She said yes.
I am Soooo happy for this sweet young couple. Can’t wait to witness the blessing that God has in store for them in the days and years ahead.
by Shelly | Feb 28, 2013 | men, sports |
It’s been a while since this lifestyle session took place, but since the Houston Stock Show and Rodeo is in town,it seems like this is an appropriate time to share a few images from a dusty early morning in West Texas .
I’ve known John since we were both scrawny little fourth graders — and that was more than just a few years ago.
We totally drifted into separate worlds as life and families came along, but became reacquainted through Facebook a few years ago. Not only is he a skilled horseman, but he’s also become very thoughtful and talented writer.
When I was back in Midland a while back, I had an opportunity to ride out to his property which he calls Rancho Notso Grande. (GOTTA love that name) so I could photograph him working and caring for his magnificent animals.
What a treat!
by Shelly | Feb 6, 2013 | baby, family |
This baby girl, about as sweet as a strawberry sundae with whipped cream and sprinkles on top, came to visit me the other day.
We had planned for an outdoor session, but the cold wet weather made us change our plans and move into the studio. I’m so thankful on days like this for the flexibility of backup locations, because Baby, Mama and Daddy were all safe, dry, cozy and comfortable for our time together.
Mommy and Daddy, also known as Kristin and Bobby have a long and romantic history together. It all started when Bobby fell heels over head in love with his best friend’s little sister back in high school. That’s about all there is to it. In actuality, their Love Story would probably make a pretty good movie, except they’ve only just started living it. We’ll just have to check back in with them over years to read the happy epilogue. Personally I think it will include a happily ever after with picket fences, puppy dogs, and silly songs– Kool Aid mustaches, and finger paints — Dancing on Daddy’s feet and of course, lots and lots of Butterfly Kisses.
I can’t begin to say how much I enjoyed getting to know this sweet family. I so look forward to watching and photographing more scenes for their movie.
Popcorn anyone?
by Shelly | Jan 21, 2013 | wedding |
Today we celebrate the one-year anniversary of a super sweet couple, Laura and John.
I thought a walk through their wedding album would be just the ticket for today’s trip down memory lane.
Happy Anniversary, you two. Here’s to many many more years.
