2009 Holiday Boudoir Bash

It's here ladies! The 2009 Holiday Boudoir Bash. Mark your calendars for November 8, 15, 20, & 21st. This event is extra special because we're kicking off the new studio!!! Bring your favorite lingerie, costumes, props, ideas, and sense of fun and adventure for a fun filled hour long session and be treated with champagne and goodies. Here are the details:

Package 1: $400 

• Hour-long session with 4-6 changes (approx.)
  
• Online gallery (password-protected)
  
• DVD of all post-processed images in hi-res
  

Package 2: $600

• Hour-long session with 4-6 changes (approx.)
  
• Online gallery (password-protected)
  
• DVD of all post-processed images in hi-res
  
• Custom 6x8 album with 20-30 of your favorite images
  

General Details:

• All sessions will have my posing assistant to help you along with each session.
  
• Hair and makeup referrals will be included in your set-up kit.
  
• Deposit for booking is: $200 for Package 1, $300 for Package 2
  
• You must contact me at: info@paperdollshouston.com for time slot options and availability.
• This Bash is for Christmas, so if you're looking for gifts for yourself or a loved one, this is the one to get in on! 

Please send any questions or comments to: info@paperdollshouston.com or contact direct at 832.628.8300

Lowe - Bratcher Wedding

Wow! One of the most anticipated weddings I've shot this year... Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Bratcher! We had all kinds of fun shooting prior to and during this wedding. As one of her bridesmaids (and my pal) put it... It was a "Lovin' Lowe Weekend", and she couldn't have described it anymore perfect than that! The weather was more perfect than anyone could have hoped for, and the atmosphere at House Plantation was terrific. The beautiful decorations and colors that filled this lovely countryside setting looked like they were taken out of a storybook and the ceremony and reception were just amazing.

If you remember Kristie and Ric's engagement shoot, you may recognize the photo on the drum set on top of the groom's cake. How cool is that?!? I'll be thinking of a ransom to get my grubby little paws on that drum set! My desk is begging for it I tell you, BEGGING!

Many congratulations to Kristie and Ric and may you both have all of the joy and happiness you truly deserve.

References:

Venue: House Plantation - http://www.houseplantation.com

Cakes: Bavarian Cakery - http://www.bavariancakery.com

Hair & Makeup: Jordan Temple - http://www.jordantemplemakeup.com

Dress: Ventura's Bridal - http://www.venturasbridal.com

Floral: Petals by Design - http://www.petalsbydesign.us

Kristie - Boudoir

Wow, I've been waiting a LONG time to post this blog! Lurkers, meet Kristie... I had to wait until Kristie and Ric were hitched to post this because she was keepin' it a secret. Well, it was a secret worth waiting for because this was a fantastic shoot and we all had a terrific time. Can you believe she was nervous?!? How does someone this pretty in her pictures have any nerves at all?!? Hee hee hee.

Thanks to Heather again for all of her magic and help during the afternoon. Your work is perfect as always. And thank you Dafnee, for once again being my sweet little assistant and helping Kristie decide what to wear and protectin' her stuffs :-)

References:

Hues by Heather: http://www.huesbyheather.com

Jeanette + Daniel

I'm finally on a roll with the blogging today and getting a little caught up; YAY!  Lurkers, meet Jeanette and Daniel (again). You may remember them form their underwater shoot over a month ago. Well, here they are DRY and ON LAND! I'm going to call this "The Little Shoot That Could" because we had to move it sooooo many times due to rain. But, I think it was definitely worth the wait. Aren't they "picture perfect"?!? I love working with couples that are so comfortable in front of the camera. Having done the underwater session, I was sure this one would be a breeze. Both sessions are terrific! 

I would also like to add that Jeanette has some of the hottest shoes on the planet. What size do you wear?!? :-) 

Krystal + Brian

What a fantastic week! This month has been so dreary with rain, I was wondering if any of my sessions scheduled for October were actually going to pan through. This is one of the few that didn't have to get moved around by the rain, but we shot it just in time!

Tuesday afternoon I tagged alongside Krystal and Brian as we ventured up to Aggieland for their engagement shoot. Although it wasn't my first time to be there, I always learn more every time I go. This trip I got to witness (and shoot) the ginormous new Aggie ring statue which I'm still amazed by every time I see it in the image set. I thought "Who would actually build a mock of a college ring?" Of course I think it's something only an Aggie would do. There's more school pride at that school than any other college I've been to. Fantastic! And yes, I had to take a shot of Bottle Cap Alley (which I refer to as Tetanus Alley). Another "wonder" of the A&M campus if you ask me.  

 

It was just another fabulous day spent with a terrific couple! Had a great time!!!

Whitehead - Kimbley Wedding

After what has felt like an entire month of rain, the sun finally came out to play last weekend and the air played just as nice with wonderfully cool temperatures and warm breezes. This made for the perfect setting for an outdoor wedding at the San Luis Resort in Galveston where Elizabeth and Chris tied the knot.

The day was set with beautiful orange and brown decorations, a fabulous beach view ceremony was held outside, and the Grand Ballroom provided the perfect setting for a classic traditional wedding. I felt like I was in a movie! 

Many congratulations to Elizabeth and Chris!!!

References:

Venue: San Luis Resort - http://www.sanluisresort.com

DJ: JM Productions - http://www.dj-jmproductions.com

Garcia - Barrett Wedding

Another beautiful evening at Paraiso Maravilla and another wonderful wedding celebration. Saturday, Amanda and Shon officially celebrated their nuptials with friends and family by hosting a fabulous wedding featuring a first-class setup through color, decor, food, and music. Little flower girls dressed as fairies, peacock feathers as accents, and beautiful gowns, dresses, and suits, this was an elegant affair that will hold memories to last lifetimes from now.

Congratulations to Amanda and Shon!

References:

Venue: Paraiso Maravilla: http://www.pmhouston.com

DJ: LG Entertainment: http://www.lgentertainers.com

Catering: Bennie Ferrell: http://www.bennieferrellcateringhouston.com

Melissa + Ryan

I feel like I should title this post, Melissa + Ryan... ON LAND! HA! Ok, seriously... Everyone meet Melissa and Ryan! What can I say about these two other than they are truly in love and so wonderful to be around. I love being around clients that are just so patient and in love with each other. It always leaves me with such a good feeling at the end of such a positive and productive shoot. Additionally, the results are always so much more beautiful. Oh, and I left the mud on your heel on purpose, Melissa. Too adorable to remove :-)

Melissa and Ryan are getting married on Halloween! How cool is THAT?!? No May, you canNOT wear a costume!!! Can't wait!

Jeanette + Daniel... Underwater

Today yielded another fantastic underwater session. This time, an engagement shoot! And my first engagement shoot underwater would not have been so fantastic without such a fabulous (and willing) couple... Meet Jeanette and Daniel. This is the first half of their engagement session so look for more to come... On land of course :-)

I also want to thank James Wiseman of reefpix.org for coming out to assist with lighting, studio setups, etc. His work is amazing and his presence only made this session the best it could be. 

References:

James Wiseman - http://www.reefpix.org

 

Marsac - Vasconcelos Wedding

It's feels like it's been too long since I blogged a wedding. It's actually been some time since I blogged something above water! Well folks, I'd like to introduce all of you to Mr. and Mrs. Vasconelos! 

Melissa and Judson were married at a beautiful little church nestled within River Oaks, then celebrated with their family and friends at the fabulous Birraporetti's downtown.  Music, love, laughter, and an occasional fire alarm were in the air and it was a fabulous night for all. Tears and awe were abound with a beautiful song played on guitar and sung by Melissa's sister and the reading of Stardust by Melissa's dad was both beautiful and brilliant. 

Many congratulations to the both of you!!!

References: 

Birraporetti's - http://www.birrarestaurant.com