A special birthday for sweet little Harmony!

I just love this little beautiful face!
This past weekend I went to photograph a birthday party at the Aquarium in downtown Houston.It was such a joy taking pictures of little Harmony. She was so adorable and sweet. I think she had a blast at her 2nd birthday party too!

Mmm...birthday cake!

I think the word 'cute' was made up just for you. You are cuteness redefined to a whole new level. Happy Birthday to the cutest and sweetest 2 year old!

Things to bring to an engagement photo shoot or portrait session

Recently I posted about what to bring to shoot a wedding. Well here is a list of items that can be helpful for an engagement or portrait photo shoot. As its a bit of a different experience.

1.  Hair spray- to keep those flyaway hairs in place
2. lint brush- lint really shows up in pictures
3. Tell your client if they are wearing heels, to bring an extra pair of shoes for walking to different locations
4. Reflector
5. Small first aid kit
6. Extra SD card
7. batteries for your flash and camera
8. Encourage your couple to get their rings cleaned for those detailed shots
9. Small blanket for your couple to sit on something that is going to go well in your photos
10.  Mints, so you have fresh breath

Slightly off topic...but no too far off. I love watermelon! Everyone that knows me knows I love watermelon. 

Its refreshing, filling and hydrating. I usually eat or drink watermelon before a workout, in the mornings, or even before a long day of shooting! Like a wedding! Its perfect fuel and keeps me hydrated, as I really sweat when I go to shoot a wedding! Like really sweat! So heres what I do...cut up a watermelon that is ripe and blend it. I use my blend tec..then seal it up in a mason jar. 

Its perfect for hot summer days! You can add some mint to it too.