Pargett Photo Blog http://pargettphoto.com/blog/ en Copyright 2012 Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:44:07 -0600 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Fun in the Sun !
It was a fun day too!

Earlier that morning, I sat in an office and signed papers with Ken. We now own a great new (used!) white pick up truck. The gentleman who drew up the papers said, in a rather ho-hum tone, "So, its Monday. Do you have to WORK today?"

I smiled, and said, "YES!" He looked surprised. I said, "I LOVE my job and I actually do get to work today!" He asked what I did. I told him, "I am a professional photographer. I guess I'm really quite lucky to actually do what I LOVE. Today, I am photographing a young family and their baby. OUTSIDE on this glorious day! "

He smiled, and sighed. I guess he doesn't love pushing papers all day.

I'm glad that's not me. Obviously, I never would have chosen a career in simply numbers and paper. I hire people to do that in my life!

I hope you enjoy these images, and the lovely spring day that it captures.

-Mary
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Its so cold and ugly outside. Come see my new studio, inside our new home! Seriously, how CUTE is this backdrop!? Ok, so the kids are adorable too.

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]]> http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2012/01/its-nearly-valentines-day.html http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2012/01/its-nearly-valentines-day.html Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:47:55 -0600 2012 2012 is a new year with all the new and fresh possibilities! It can be overwhelming to think about all that I'd love to accomplish this year. More walking, less eating, a trip to the beach in July, more black and white images. Streamlining my specialty. Stay tuned for more exciting news and specials coming your way.

First up, Valentines Day!

I will leave you with an image that I love. And,yes, its black and white.

Until then,
Mary
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]]> http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2012/01/2012.html http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2012/01/2012.html Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:38:59 -0600 Watch Me Grow
Ask my friend, Amy, where the time goes. Her baby was just born yesterday, right?
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One year can go by way too quickly for any mother. Sometimes, it feels like the days drag on and on especially when your baby is sick or fussy. But then again, I look back on the days of my babies and think, WAIT! It was yesterday that my biggest concern for the entire day was what we were going to have for lunch, or was it the day to go to the library.

Enjoy your babies. Grow with them. And remember, they turn into teens soon, but don't be frightened. The teen years have their very own joys!

Now, get out there and take some more pictures! Be sure to back them up on your computer or on a website!

Until next time,
-Mary
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He was in the best mood, so happy and strong! We had a great time posing mom and dad together and separately with him.

My new studio is perfect. I even have a bathroom with a changing counter! yay!

Enjoy our day!
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Now, all is back to "normal" whatever that is!

This little guy came to visit me at the tender age of 10 days. A tiny bit too late for the newborn sleeping pictures. He kept his eyes open most of the time!  I did manage to get a few when he did cat nap or at least he is a good actor!

Welcome baby Nicholas!
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]]> http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/09/welcome-nicholas-cosmas.html http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/09/welcome-nicholas-cosmas.html Thu, 29 Sep 2011 10:03:26 -0600 MOVING DAY! NEW PHONE NUMBER! Our moving date has been set for Labor Day weekend, which is, by the way, this weekend! EEK!

We are really looking forward to our new home and our new studio! It may not be up to its fullest potential on Sept. 9-10 when our school pictures are scheduled, but the show must go on!

I am so excited to have a cool little office that has a window that is actually from our existing home. It has the name "Birdie" inscribed in the window pane, no doubt scratched there by a small child in the early years of our home.

We also took 6 original doors from our home and put them in the new house, along with their matching trim. When we go up to bed, it will actually look somewhat like our the dear 150 year old home we are leaving.

We are sad, to be sure, that our home will be torn down to make way for a parking lot. We are also celebrating because the school our children attend is expanding and building a new gymnasium and an auditorium!  Progress is progress and we are happy to be a part of this change.

Our school picture date is Sept. 9-10. Friday evening times are full but we do have afternoon time on Saturday the 10th.

Our studio number has also changed. It is now 402-618-4804. Make note, because if you dial the old number you will get that crotchety voice telling you its been disconnected!

I will end this entry with a picture of our home. Taken the first fall we moved in with a Polaroid camera. Ken then manipulated the colors and it turned out like this. I edited it in Photo-shop with the words, "The House that Built Me". It has a double meaning. The house in the picture did indeed help to build the new house. It also helped to build our children. They have many happy memories there. We have a 24x24 inch canvas of this image, hanging in our upstairs hallway.

We are now ready for new memories! Let the growing begin.

Until next time,
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]]> http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/09/moving-day-new-phone-number.html http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/09/moving-day-new-phone-number.html Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:32:48 -0600 Dog Days of Summer
I photographed these children in the evening, of a 101 degree day. The didn't seem to mind a bit and we finished the session with a run through the sprinkler!

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Refreshing nonetheless.

Enjoy the rest of YOUR summer. In Nebraska City, school starts on August 18.

Stay tuned for more moving news!

-Mary



]]> http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/07/dog-days-of-summer.html http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/07/dog-days-of-summer.html Thu, 28 Jul 2011 12:24:15 -0600 Cyrus web 0024.jpgweb 0053.jpgweb 0032.jpg ]]> http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/07/cyrus-1.html http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/07/cyrus-1.html Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:29:35 -0600 updates Here we go. We are on the last month here at this house. Its a bit crazy here, but it will all be worth the anxiety and endless packing. I do think moving is good for me though. I really tend to keep way too many things.

We will be closing our studio in the month of August to prepare for the giant move. We have furniture to sell, household goods, clothes, rugs, you name it. I will keep you posted here and on my facebook page about all that is happening.

No worries about our Back To School Pictures. We will STILL have that special, but it will be in September, not in August this year.

In the meantime, I am packing and photographing.

Here's what I've been up to the past few weeks.

Thanks for stopping by!
-Mary
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Well, last night, in the warmth of the evening sun, Francie felt inspired. Maybe it was the new curl wand she bought. "Makes my hair look like Taylor Swift!" or the new dress that is all colorful and cool. Or was it the shoes?

I don't really care. When she's in "the mood" I grab and go! This was fun, and taken out where our new home/studio will be located. Yep, a gravel road and lots of fields. She's relaxed and happy and it shows. She's 13. I love her, and want her to stay this way....excited about her hair, happy and smiling despite a mouth full of braces.

Great memories.

Now, go out there and take a picture of your own child! They don't stay young...they grow up, and they do it right before your eyes.

Happy Shooting!
-Mary
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]]> http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/06/summer.html http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/06/summer.html Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:16:14 -0600 Baby Rocco
What a blessing it is to photograph these moments in time. Time you can't get back. Memories that you will cherish.

Thank you, Rocco, for smelling new, and baby-fresh.

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]]> http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/06/baby-rocco.html http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/06/baby-rocco.html Wed, 15 Jun 2011 20:53:25 -0600 Spring and family
This image was created in the yard of my favorite B&B, here in Nebraska City. Whispering Pines. Owner and Innkeeper Jeanna Stavas will welcome you and you will be treated to the best breakfast, lunch or dinner in town!

Enjoy YOUR family this spring and summer. Take a trip to Nebraska City and visit us both!

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Until next time,

-Mary





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Babies.... I love them. 6 month old Nina, is a chubby joy! I can't wait to photograph her again. This is what you get when you join our Watch Me Grow Program. 4 sessions, and the end product of a beautiful 10x20 inch mounted print of one of your favorite images from each session.

This is a forever keepsake of your baby's first year of life. Time won't stand still, so be sure to capture these moments today!

-Until next time,

Mary



]]> http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/05/baby-nina.html http://pargettphoto.com/blog/2011/05/baby-nina.html Wed, 04 May 2011 14:46:00 -0600 Happy First Birthday! Thanks for coming in today. Love me a baby in a tutu, and with such loving parents. This was a joy.

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Looking up to Mom and Dad!

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She really looks so much like her dad. This is "one for the ages."  I love capturing expressions that are nearly the same.

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Spring is on the way. I can smell it in the air. This was my first "outdoor" shoot since December, and we weren't out for long!  Still...we were OUT!

Happy Spring!
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