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My philosophy . . .

I love working with people who are fun.  Genuine.  Real.  And that’s what my photography is really all about: capturing the real you.  I can see the connections between the members of your family and the beauty in each one of you -- and that’s what I want to capture with my camera. 

I don’t do the typical matching-outfits portraits, or the canvas-backdrop-strobe-lighting-say-cheese portraits.  I don’t want you to worry about having perfect hair, perfect smiles, and the kids on their best behavior.  Relax.  Have fun.  Be yourself.  I want to show you your family the way I see it through my lens: happy, beautiful, flawless in spite of the flaws.
 
So when I show up for your session, you don’t have to do any pretending.  Just be real.  I like t-shirts and jeans and flip-flops.  And jammies.  And mussed up hair and lollipop-stained faces.  I love hugs and tickle fights and peals of laughter, and snuggles and kisses too.  These things are real.  This is the way I want to remember my family, and it’s the way I want to help you remember yours.

Monthly Archives: March 2009

Paula + Drew

I made a trip back home to Iowa last weekend and on top of the nice vacation, I got to shoot the wedding of my best friend’s beautiful sister!  Paula and Drew had an absolutely gorgeous wedding — and I couldn’t wait any longer to share some of the photos, so here’s a sneak peek!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

See?  Beautiful, right?

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

And Drew cleans up pretty well himself…  :)

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

The wedding party was great, and the colors were amazing!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

After the ceremony, the wedding party all got on the party bus — a school bus!  Particularly fitting, since Paula is a teacher.  And that bus took us to Paula and Drew’s house, where he carried her over the threshold!  Chivalry is alive and well…

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Then, on to the reception for food, cake, and dancing.  And oh, was there dancing!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas wedding photography

There will definitely be more Paula and Drew to come — there’s far too much awesomeness for just one post!

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His uncle rocks

Okay, who wants to see more pictures of my adorable nephew!  ME ME ME!!!!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas baby photographer

And here he is with his uncle (my husband) — so sweet, I love it!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas baby photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas baby photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas baby photographer

The amazing balancing baby!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas baby photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas baby photographer

Look at that elbow dimple — too much!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas baby photographer

I just wanna eat him up!

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Little Ella Grace

Sweet little Ella Grace was born on February 21 and turned two weeks old yesterday for her newborn session.  But you almost wouldn’t know it to look at her, she’s so teeny-tiny!  Ella weighed in at just 5lbs, 5oz when she was born, but she’s already got a lot of personality for such a little one!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Isn’t that face just too precious?!  And look at these little arms!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

So sweet!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Here’s the whole beautiful family:

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

And she’s got such a cute nursery — check out all the pink!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

More sweetness:

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

This one cracks me up — she’s singing her solo!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

Look at this proud daddy . . .

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

These last few are for him — he says Ella is going to grow up to be the sweetest nun ever!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas newborn photographer

I don’t know about the whole “nun” thing, but Ella really is a doll.  Check out her entire gallery and SLIDESHOW here!

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Big news: digital files are here!

There are a few exciting new things happening around here at Emily McCall Photography.  First, you may notice a few improvements to the blog!  The biggest cosmetic change is the giant new flash header, and the most obvious functional improvements are the built-in twitter feed and easy “subscribe by email” button.  Also be sure to check out the cool new “my philosophy” and “email me” features!

Second, I have revamped my portrait photography business model, which means that new pricing will be going into effect on March 5.  Any session booked on or after March 5 will be subject to the new rates.

But finally, the most exciting news — and the reason for the new pricing — is that I am now providing my portrait clients with digital negatives!  I have developed five portrait collections for my clients to choose from, and each one includes the fully retouched digital negatives for every image in your gallery.  That means that after your session, you’ll receive a disc of images from which you can print and enlarge the photos yourself.  You’ll also be able to share the photos with friends and family digitally and keep an archive of your session forever.

I decided to take my business this direction for two reasons: first of all, I think it will make my life better.  Instead of being in the business of selling loose prints, I can focus on the boutique products — like gallery-wrapped canvases and session albums — that my clients are not able to obtain on their own.  But more importantly, I decided to start offering digital negatives because they add a lot of value for my clients.  Digital files are very versatile and valuable things.  Not only do they allow you to print an unlimited number of photos, but they can also be posted on Facebook, e-mailed to Grandma, utilized for digital scrapbooking . . .  And most importantly of all, you’ll have a permanent digital back-up of your photos that hopefully your children can show their grandchildren someday.

I am really excited about this change.  If you’re interested in booking a session or just want to learn more about the new digital collections, shoot me an e-mail!

And finally, because a post wouldn’t be a post without a photo, here are a couple gratuitous shots of my adorable nephew — enjoy!

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas baby photography

Emily McCall Photography - Dallas baby photography

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