Bugay Family | Milwaukee Photographer

On one of the hottest days while I was in PA, I met up with the cutest family of four at Grings Mill Park near Shillington, PA.  The park was lovely and the family was beautiful! Check out these awesome photos from our time together. 

3 times the beauty | Milwaukee Photographer

Another great shoot in Pennsylvania!  A child-hood friend (and second cousin to my best friend) booked me to photograph her three daughters.  While all three girls are sweet, fun and did I mention beautiful, I got a kick out of how different their personalities are.  Their differences shined through in the photos.  The oldest is a bit shy and couldn't stand to be wearing a dress!  The middle daughter was able to bring on the attitude when I asked her to demonstrating her more theatrical side.  The youngest -- only 2 -- is a dainty little thing, but that compact frame barely contains her dynamic personality.  What a crew!  Here are some shots from our morning together.

Sisters | Milwaukee Photographer

I recently visited friends and family in the Philadelphia area.  Much to my delight people wanted to book me for photo shoots while I was in town.  My cousins, Kirsten and Dana decided they wanted to do a sister shoot.  I was very excited because: 1. they are GORGEOUS and who doesn't love to take pictures of pretty; 2. I would get to hang out with these awesome girls for a little.

They are amazing!  I am blown away by how old they are already...I should explain that I used to be a mommy's helper to my aunt and would entertain and care for them when they were babies -- yes babies!?!?!  They have blossomed into stylish, smart, fun, ambitious and absolutely beautiful college students. I only wish we lived closer so we could see each other more regularly (thank goodness for Facebook - ha!).

As sisters go, they seem very close and also very different from each other. Much like my sister and I are. Kirsten favors her dad's side of the family (my dad's brother), while Dana is almost a mirror image of her mom.  They both got the best of both sides of the family.  AND they turned on their model mode for me so I was able to get awesome pictures. 

By the way, They actually hiked around this wooded nature trail in those shoes!  They are true 20-somethings (it is at around 30 that the heels start to make your body sore for a week after wearing them...I should know).  It all made a for a really fun and fierce shoot.  Here are some of my favorite photos.

 

18-months and on the move | Milwaukee Children Photographer

This little guy is getting harder to keep up with these days.  I have taken his photo since he was just a few months old.  It all changes once their little legs are walking and then running :)  But we had a great time snapping these photos.  Enjoy the few favorites I included below.

Exciting! Exciting! Exciting!...Exciting! | Milwaukee Photographer

Exciting news...
Great things happening at Chrissy Rose Photography!

First, (and perhaps most exciting of all), I am in the business of wedding photography.  Yep, that's right all your brides- and grooms-to-be...I can be there to capture your blissful wedding story. From the romance, prettiness, touching moments and moments of touching (well, just a little)...I am now available for all your nuptial needs.  And don't forget that I also offer engagement packages. Love!

Second, I am now an official blogger with Shorewood Patch.  My blog is a photo-essay about the things, places and people that make the Village of Shorewood (where I live) great.  I am super excited about this project!

Third, I am visiting with one of my favorite photographers for a day-long, one-on-one workshop in August!  Kristin Weaver, of Kristen Weaver Photography, is welcoming me into her world and teaching me a little something about this thing call photography - ha!    She is such an amazing talent and I can't wait for August to roll around!

Fourth, I am offering some cool specials and packages now and into the summer with mini session sales and an awesome senior portrait package.  This summer is going to be crazy busy -- can't wait! Become my Facebook friend to get all the latest.

So there you have it...all of my immediate news.  I will no doubt be blogging, sharing and posting more and more about each and all of these "news" items.

Senior Stunner Sneak Peek | Milwaukee Senior Portrait Photographer

I had a great photo shoot with a beautiful young lady.  She is will graduate class of 2012 so she is finishing up her junior year and gearing up for her senior year!  It is a very exciting time.  I was happy to be her portrait photographer.  We are a little early of course, so we plan to get together again in the summer, but in the meantime here are some from this shoot to share.  I love these photos!

Party like a rock star! | Milwaukee children & event photography

Hannah's third birthday party was a smash hit!  The kids had a blast decorating wings or capes and playing with their wands or swords (this fairy party was very gender neutral).  Then they danced and sang in a mini-music class led by Miss Abbie from Music Makers & More.  Last but not least, they ate some yummy birthday treats.  Hannah had a great time hosting her friends.  These kids are so cute together. And I just love these pictures.  Regretfully however, most of these shots were not taken by me.  My sister had to take over photo taking duties because it is just too hard to do it all: mommy, hostess, party planner, event manager, bathroom attendant, cupcake lighter, food replenisher, and so on...  The experience made me realize how important it is to hire a photographer to take the photos during these events.  I do offer those services, but unfortunately, I couldn't clone myself for this party.  Oh well, Aunt Heather (my sister, Hannah's aunt) did a great job.  Enjoy the photos!

These first several are mine :)

One of mine :)

These next few are not mine :)

We had a candy table where the kids could make their own goodie bags!  

 

This one may be mine, but I cannot remember...

The rest are all Aunt Heather :)