Ooopsy!

Ok, I'm seriously gonna have to get use to this blogging thing. Thanks for not giving up on me guys. I really appreciate it. Here's little Miss Kayla. Her mommy and daddy brought her to Pfluger Park or I think it goes by another name now. Anyway, This was her 2nd photo shoot...3rd if you count the one where she was in mommies tummy. She's a fast one, but you can usually catch up to her when she takes a little tumble like this one. I have a feeling that I'm gonna have to wear my running shoes to the next photoshoot. ;-) Happy Birthday Kayla!

Austin Bridal Secrets

Last Monday I was asked by RJ with Austin Bridal Secrets for an interview. I was a little intimidated because I've never done anything like this before, but he made me feel completely comfortable and I was very satisfied with the outcome. I love his idea! The purpose of his website is to build a close knit community of wedding vendors. It's a wonderful idea and I'm grateful to be included. Please take a second to check it out and feel free to leave a comment. Take care 'til next time.

http://www.austinbridalsecrets.com/

Little Mia & Jack

I'm sorry...I realize it's been a while since my last entry. I promise to try and get better with my blogging. It's all very new, so it may take me a little while to get the hang of it. For this entry I wanted to tell a story of my recent photo sessions with Little Mia & Jack.

Their photos were taken during separate shoots on the same day. And all I have to say is that they're both gonna be heart breakers. Just look at these faces! I started out the day at the Berry household. Mia was the primary reason for our session, but we were also able to take several family photos in addition to hers. She is a very happy child and constantly on the move (unless she has a doll or barrette in her hands). Just over a year old and mobile! She is quite an independant little girl with a smile to melt your heart.

After their session ended, I headed back home and set up the studio for the Gandy family. What a loving and caring family they are. They have an adorable little boy named Jack who has the prettiest eyes you've ever seen. He is also a mover and a shaker, but can't walk yet so it was a little easier to keep him in the area. He liked to play peek-a-boo behind that hand of his, but was mostly all smiles for the camera. What a cutie!

Many people who are interested in having their children photographed often ask what they should bring to a shoot. I would say that it is essential to have toys (or anything to keep them content if they get a little fussy), a couple different wardrobe options and bottles, pacifiers or a blanky if they are younger. Our goal is to make your child feel comfortable and at home during his/her session.

If they do get a little fussy, we can always take a break to help them get back on track. Sometimes all that attention just gets to be too much and they need a breather. Isn't that the case for us all?

Well, signing off for now, but I promise to blog again very soon!

What a mess!

I'd like to introduce everyone to the newest addition to our family, Mollie. She is a 3 1/2 month old Red Heeler and she is VERY mischievous. Yesterday was my husband's birthday and we had a dinner planned with the family. We let Mollie and her brother Jax outside to play while we got things set up inside. Needless to say, this is how she looked when we brought her back inside. OMG!! What a mess! Water + hole in the ground = MUD...bad equation for an inside dog. We couldn't help but to gasp and then laugh at the situation. I ran to grab my camera while Brian held Mollie in place and we captured this moment forever. Yes, she gets into everything that she shouldn't, she is not the best listener and she eats Jax's food all the time, but despite these things...we couldn't live without her. She's a keeper!

Aftermath Rocks!

I have to tell you about one of the best photographic experiences I've ever had. Earlier this summer, I was approached by one of my girlfriends to take pictures of her son's band, Aftermath. I had never done a shoot for a rock band before so of course, I gladly accepted the challenge.

We started the shoot by taking pictures of them rockin' out at the Pecan Street Festival and then we toured Downtown Austin to find other great photo opportunities. This is my favorite photograph from that day. Don't they look great? So sure of themselves and so confident. Hanging out with them made me feel like I was in high school again. Overall, it was a great day.

This is the most talented group of young performers I've ever seen! Not only are they talented, they are smart, beautiful/handsome and they have a great sense of style. They were born to perform! So, if you ever have the opportunity to go and see them....please do. You will thoroughly enjoy it! ROCK ON AFTERMATH...ROCK ON!!!

Welcome!

Hello! I've always wanted to start a blog page, but to be quite honest, I've been a little scared. I wondered if I would be able to keep up with it because of my busy schedule and then I wondered if I would have enough interesting things to say. I'd just like to start by telling a little bit about myself. My name is Linda Lucas and I am a Photographer. I was born and raised in the Austin area and I absolutely love being creative. To become a photographer has a dream of mine since I was in high school. While I do have a full time day job, photography is what makes me most happy.

Over the Memorial Day holiday I photographed a very special person. She is my very good friend's little girl, Analisa. For as long as I can remember she has been a part of our family and she is the sweetest girl I know. I can't believe she's already 10 years old! We were at her birthday party this weekend and I almost started to cry thinking of how fast time is flying by. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to pause it once in a while? You know, just so that we can take in those extra special times in life.

Well, thanks so much for stopping by my blog. Signing off for now, but I'll be back before you know it.