Grandparents Visit Sneak Peek - Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location photographer for children and families

Here is another sneak peek that is quite late in getting up! This session was SO fun, because Grammy and Papa just happened to be in town at the last minute for the session, so we got to capture some shots of them with their granddaughters. And they are beautiful! We also got a couple of Mom with her girls....

And some of just the two girlies together....

You may remember this head of hair from a newborn session I featured a little while back. She has the Baby's First Year Package, which is such a wonderful way to capture all the changes that happen in that first year. I LOVE getting to see these little munchkins grow.

I have been photographing big sister since she was a newborn as well, and she is just the best little model for me whenever we do sessions. I love this photo.

I love this photo, too...especially cropped to a square. =)

Look at that girl's bright blue eyes....

I was so excited that we got this shot of her peeking out from a blankie. Love it.

And lastly, this photo is one of my faves. I love how the red and pink pop against the black backdrop. Little Miss P. was pretty excited to be looking DOWN on me for this one, and she was working with all her might so that she could scooch out of the basket and get exploring!

I love these girls. I am so honored that I have gotten to watch them grow, and capture sweet photos of them all along the way. Merry Christmas to all of you, F. family, and also to Grammy and Papa! =)

- elka

Growing Family Sneak Peek - Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location photographer for families and children

I am so behind on sharing many beautiful sneak peeks with you all! I have been so busy with holiday photo sessions and the usual hustle and bustle of the season, as well as celebrating my baby's first birthday! How is it that my baby is no longer a baby?! I now have two children, no babies. Crazy.

This post is extra-special because I get to CONGRATULATE this family on the arrival of their youngest family member! They welcomed another baby girl into the world yesterday. Congratulations, B. family! I can't wait to meet that sweet girl!

Here is big brother (who, by the way, has become quite the model for me over the years that I have been photographing him =)....

And BIG sister (it seems crazy to say that!), who is the quietest, sweetest little darling you've ever met....

And here are the two cuties together (before life-as-they-knew-it all changed!)....

I love love love this photo. It so aptly represents them all. Mom and Dad are so sweet and cute together, big brother always has something up his sleeve (that mind is always working....), and sister sits by innocently (for the most part =)).... This photo just cracks me up.

Ok, folks. Confession. It was really cold during their session. This was toward the end, and the kids were barely hanging in there, which, I might say, was impressive considering how long they'd endured the cold grass. Poor dears. But I still love this photo. =)

And, this may just be my favorite family photo. Love the giggles from sister. Love all the smiles from everyone. Love the lighting and the trees and white picket fence. And I love that mom and dad's hands are wrapped around their babies. It's just sweet.

So - congrats again, B. family! I hope you are enjoying looking at and holding that sweet baby girl now that she has arrived. (And, baby N., good job coming early so that your mommy could spend Christmas at home.) =)

- elka

Livin' in the Desert Sneak Peek - Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location photographer for children and families

This family is new to desert livin', and they wanted some family photos that represented their new home. We got some SWEET images of their little dude....

And some really sweet family photos....

Love this....

And, I wanted to get a few of the super-cute couple, too. =)

Thank you guys for such a great session! I LOVE the shots we got, and can't wait to share them all with you!

- elka

2010 Holiday Cards by Vignettes Photography

Here are some of the holiday cards I created for this year.

I am only showing the fronts, but my press-printed cards are 2-sided, and are printed on beautiful paper (you can even choose a pearl finish). They are GORGEOUS cards that I am proud to call my own. =) If you would like me to customize one of these designs to fit your photos from a session with Vignettes Photography (or if you would like me to create something that you do not see here), drop me an email! I would love to help you showcase your family's photos in a high-quality, unique holiday card that will be sure to stand out to your recipients. Enjoy!

**ALL BELOW IMAGES ARE COPYRIGHT VIGNETTES PHOTOGRAPHY AND MAY NOT BE USED OR POSTED WITHOUT PURCHASE AND PERMISSION FROM ELKA VIGNETTE SWINGLE/VIGNETTES PHOTOGRAPHY.

Prices for these 2-sided, flat press-printed cards, is $46 per set of 25 cards with white envelopes. You can choose one of five high-quality papers: standard, art linen, art watercolor, art recycled, or pearl. Drop me an email (through my website - http://www.vignettesphotography.com/) if you would like to place your order! And don't forget - those of you who had a Fall/Holiday Mini-Session with me get 10% off your holiday card order!

**Holiday card orders must be placed by Monday, December 13, 2010, to guarantee delivery to you by Dec. 22nd, unless you request overnight delivery for an additional fee.

- elka

Sneak Peek Mini-Sessions! - Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location family & children's photographer

I LOVED this year's Fall/Holiday Mini-Sessions! I loved seeing all the beautiful clothes that everyone wore. I loved capturing each family's personality. I loved seeing the kiddos. I loved working with the graduating senior. I loved the whole day! Here is a sneak peek at some of the photos we got....

For those of you who booked mini-sessions with me, you are entitled to 10% off a press-printed card order (fully-customizable cards that I can create just for you!). My holiday card designs are in the works, and I will be showcasing some examples soon!

- elka

Fall - Vignettes Photography, on-location photographer

I love that we are officially in the holiday season. I am especially enjoying this fall since I was in the hospital on bed rest all of last fall! =) I have been crazy-busy lately, and so tonight I decided to take a moment to snap some photos of some of the things around our house that I am enjoying, and that make me appreciate this fall. Here are a few....

the caramel apples we made this evening....mmmm.... the centerpiece on our dining room table....

some of the artwork my son has been making at preschool, hanging on our fridge....

the pumpkin-colored candles on my favorite candlesticks....

and the bunch of small pumpkins we picked at the pumpkin patch last weekend (next to the three new lanterns I just found that will be making their appearance at the mini-sessions this weekend!)....

I just love this time of year.

I hope you are enjoying all the happy reminders of fall that are around you!

- elka

Cuties! - Vignettes Photography, Tucson's on-location baby and children's photographer

Here are a few shots of some of the cuties I have photographed lately. (LOVE the red wagon this first family brought along for their photo session!)

I'm pretty sure I have photographed some of THE cutest babies lately (including my own =)).

- elka