What a Great Organization | Milwaukee Event Photographer

I had the pleasure and honor of serving as the event photographer for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Man & Woman of the Year event on March 10 at the Marcus Theater in Brookfield.  It was a wonderful event and I got to hear from and meet so many inspiring folks.  I can never leave those event without sheading a few tears. I am always moved by the stories of strength, hope and courage of the families effected by blood cancers -- especially the children.  

This event was to introduce the candidates for the Man and Woman of the Year.  Each candidate has to raise money for the organization. The one with the highest amount raised wins...sounds to me like everyone wins so I hope it is an outrageously close battle among them all - ha!  Good luck to all the candidates! 

Here is a way to support the initiative right away "Like" them at their new Facebook Page here.

Here are some shots from the event.

 

Mother's Day Photo Special Jewelry Samples | Milwaukee Children Photographer

I am excited to reveal the jewelry samples that Dargonfly Designs prepared for us.

My Mother's Day Special includes

45-minute on-location photo shoot

Prints package

AND

Your choice of one of these designs with your photo! 

(see full details in the below flier)

It is a great special and will delight all the mothers in your world!

Call or email me to book. 
Deadline is April 15th to get necklaces and prints in time for Mother's Day, May 8th!

Hannah turns 3! | Milwaukee children photographer

Three years ago today one of the greatest people that I have ever met entered into this world.  She was actually due 5 days earlier, but just didn't want to come out of the cozy little cocoon I had made for her.  And who could blame her really?  We had a good time over that nine months.  But I was just about sick of being so huge so she had to come out.  On March 20, 2008 at 9:44 PM, Miss Hannah was born.  She was such a beautiful baby...and such a cuddler!  She would just curl her little body right under my chin.  Oh how I miss those days!  She is still a cuddler, but her long body makes it a little hard to get into those old curling positions these days.  So today she turns three.  She is quite simply amazing and I love her so much.  I took some special big girl pictures of her in honor of her special day.  These photos make me weepy because even at 3 years old, she looks so grown up.  I wish I could hit pause and keep things from moving ahead too fast, but I guess every mother says that.  At least these pictures freeze time a little...

(oh and these are just a few of my favorites that I could actually get through quickly...there are so many others!!!)  

Happy birthday, baby girl!

Baby D all snug | Milwaukee Newborn Photographer

There is something special about the way a newborn smells. It makes most women...myself included, just melt.  And as hard and Johnson and Johnson tries, they can't quite bottle that near perfect soft scent.  I had the pleasure of spending an entire morning smelling the sweet newborn scent of this little guy.  Once his belly was full, he was sound asleep and I had to wonder what he was dreaming about.  I got some super cute shots of him in dreamland...

Mother's Day Gifts by Chrissy Rose Photography | Milwaukee Portrait and Family Photographer

I think this package is especially appealing to all those dad's out there not sure what to do for Mother's Day this year. Plan ahead and get some awesome photos of the kids while also getting a lovely piece of jewelry for Mom.  I have limited availability so contact me as soon as possible to book your session!

This is a package ideal for Mother's Day. It includes:
45-minute on-location photo shoot
Private on-line viewing gallery
Artist time & editing talent
Prints package: 1-8x10, 2-5x7s & 4-4x6s of your choice
and
a one-of-a-kind, hand-made, beaded jewelry keepsake with a photo pendent by Dargonfly Designs

Price: $185 + tax & shipping

Contact me: ckrugergruendyke@gmail.com or 414-216-3602

JEWELRY SAMPLES ARE NOW HERE!!!!

One proud mama | Milwaukee Area Senior Portrait Photographer

While I was in Florida last weekend for other photo shoots and fun, I got to visit with my dear friend, Erica and her son. Her son has been accepted into the Naval Academy and will be leaving the nest in June. It is such an accomplishment and everyone is so proud of him...no one more then his mama however.

Erica is a special kind of gal. I call her Google (among other heartfelt nicknames) because she seriously knows something about everything. That was a great quality to have in a co-worker when we worked together at the Ringling Museum (she is still there, and should be running the place by now, btw). She is such a supportive friend too with just the right kind of comfort to send (i.e. a handmade quilt of joyously bright colors to cheer you and warm you at the same time). We have been friends for a few years now -- first working side by side at the Museum and now as long distance buds keeping up with eachother via Facebook, blogs and emails. I was among the lucky and loved to receive the text message sharing the great news about her son getting his acceptance letter to the one school he has dreamed about his entire life. Then I got an even better honor by being asked to take his senior photos next time I visited Florida. Here we are in February and I was finally able to fit it in.

Meet Alec. He is destined for greatness. You can just see it in his eyes. His smile might be slightly crooked, but there is nothing off balance about this kid. I say this with a tear in my eye...our country is very lucky to have someone like Alec dedicating himself to one of the finest military higher educational institutions in the country. He will learn and serve with strength, pride and intelligence. I am sure we will all benefit from Alec's promising future. I just hope he never forgets that he is who he is largely because of one awesome lady...his mom.

Peace and luck to them both!