Sweet Sounds of the Waves Crashing....

Our family made our once a year pilgrimage to the beach recently!  That is us, my mother-in-law, and my brother-in-law and his family and we had a blast!  Here are some pictures for us to remember.

Here's my sister-in-law's beach chair.  Oh how I miss having my toes in the water! 

Our room is on the 6th floor and here's our view street-side.  I was fascinated by the different colored home.

No editing here, it was that blue!

There's something about this picture in black and white that just moves me.  I'm considering having this developed into a large gallery wrap print for my home office.

We also made our annual trip to the Pirate's Adventure Putt Putt Golf. I had to take this picture for our friend Bill. 

I watched my five year old suddenly become "Mr. Independent" at the beach.  Here he is doing his best "Happy Gilmore" impersonation.  My husband won the game but, I had TWO holes in one! Yes, I did the happy dance.

After taking Christmas pictures with the Nana we had a little photo session with my nieces and son. Here's my beautiful niece Georgia.  Can't believe she's going to middle school!

And, Zoey!  I was amazed how her blue eyes just popped against the dark green of the pool deck chairs.

And, my fellow! I love the expression on his face here.  So sweet.

Bye, Bye beach for now. We'll see you again same time, same place next year!

Girls of the South

Being raised in the south you mind your manners and you know how to glisten instead of sweating in the dog days of summer. Two of  my friends Lari and Kim have started their own t-shirt business for just us Southern girls! These are the cutest t-shirts and you must check out their website at  Girls of the South.

Lari is a super talented artist and did all the artwork for the tees.

Kim's daughter, Savanna, was our t-shirt model for the shoot.  Isn't she beautiful? 

Us Southern Girls love our flip flops!

After seeing this color on Savanna I had to buy one after our shoot.  And, yes I proudly wore it out to dinner that night!

These are t-shirts with a Southern flavor!

The girls are also doing school t-shirts.  This one is for Lowndes County.  Don't worry Brooks, and Valdosta tees will be ready for Friday night football!

Super cool graphics!

The tees come in various colors.

And here are the fabulous girls of "Girls of the South", Lari and Kim.

Thanks guys for asking me to take the pictures for your website.  I wish ya'll the best of luck with your new business venture and look for great things to come! Phil. 4:6  I have received lots of compliments on my t-shirt. If you are interested in purchasing a t-shirt you can go on the website and order from there.

-Enjoy!
Lydia

Giggles and Growls.....

I can't tell you how excited I was when my friend Jodi contacted me to take pictures of her two girls.  Kirby is 3 and Chloe is 4 months.  Jodi and I go WAYYYYYY back so I was thrilled to spend some time with her and her family.  Kirby had to warm up to me so I sat on the floor to gain her trust and acted crazy.  After that, I had a new friend!  Below are some of my favorites!  Kirby is going to make a wonderful big sister to Chloe!

I love the look on Kirby's face here.

Chloe wasn't in the mood to model much for me.  So, while Mama held her close I sneaked in some shoots.

We took some pictures in Kirby's big girl room.  I loved the colors.  Doesn't she have amazing eyes!?!

These next pictures are my favorites.  Kirby's fun loving personality truly comes out with these pictures.  She reminds me so much of her mom! And yes there were giggles and growling going on.

 

Here is one of my favorites. 

Thanks again Jodi for calling on me.  I enjoyed spending the morning with you, Lance, and the girls.  They are truly precious! Many blessing to you all!

Love you!

-Lydia

Mini Senior Accordion Albums

Thought I would show the senior album I made for Charlie.  Using his pictures from his senior portrait session with me, I was able to create this album for him and his family. They are mini (3"x3") accordion albums!  Each album fits perfectly in a purse or pocket to show friends and family. 

The pages come in either linen or pearl finish.  For the guys I use the linen finish. 

This album's template is obviously designed for guys. You should see the cute templates for girls!

The album stays closed with a concealed magnet for soft closure.  The custom photo cover comes with a satin finish.

Now is the time to do senior portraits. An hour is set aside for you with a change of up to three outfits and three different locations of your choosing.  Senior Accordion albums come in two sizes- mini albums which are 3"x3" or larger albums which are 4"x8". You also have the option of ordering the popular 411 cards!  Contact me to set up your time.

-Lydia