The mystery boys...

I know I've posted a few pictures of my girls here on the photography blog a few times, but did any of you realize that I actually have 2 boys, too? Yes, it's true. Here is one of them (the younger of the two). This is Ethan. He just turned 9. If he had dark, curly hair, he would be a "mini-me" of my husband! My oldest son I cannot post now because his hair is so long that It's sure to kindle the wrath of the mother-in-law. He's scheduled for a haircut this week, so I'm sure you will be seeing him on here soon!

Baby's got blue eyes...

Here are a few more of that adorable baby in the striped hat that I posted about a week ago...the one with the beautiful eyelashes.

Holiday Cards are here!

Yes, it's that time of the year again, when all thoughts turn to winter holidays and family get-togethers, and wondering when was the last time the grandparents saw your kids! Have you been looking for the perfect holiday card for your family this year? Well, look no further because you have arrived. These gorgeous, custom greeting cards are only $3 each, with a minimum order of 25 cards. Or, purchase the design only for $30 and have them printed on your own! It's that simple. The only trouble you may have is choosing your favorite design! {click to enlarge the image}

Angel Baby

This is for my good friend, Marta. Just one for now...it's late and I have to get to bed, but I just couldn't resist posting this one! Love those eyelashes!

What to wear???

October and November are busy months for family pictures! The leaves are changing colors, the days are getting shorter, and the air is getting cooler. A few of you have asked me recently: what is the best thing to wear in an outdoor family picture? While we all have different ideas about style and color, I will tell you what I think looks nice and give you some ideas for putting together your own family this fall.


Start with jeans. Denim looks great on camera, and it seems to be something that everyone in the family has in their wardrobe. Casual is the look for family pictures these days, and nothing says casual better than denim.


Add a casual button-down or sweater. In more traditional-looking pictures, the family can all be in the same color (say, blue jeans and black sweaters).

Want something a little more casual and natural? Try putting the family in complementing colors (like blue jeans with blacks, browns and beiges).

Want to beat the cold and still look fashionable? Try adding layers! I love the look of corduroy blazers, denim jackets and wool sweaters.

For a little more color (and fun), add some of your favorite fall accessories, like colorful scarves, funky hats or fur-lined vests.

And don't forget about the shoes! Scuffed-up gym shoes are probably ok for gym, but for family pictures, we want eyes to be drawn to your beautiful faces, not to Junior's un-kept velcro sneakers. Make sure the shoes are looking nice and are well-suited to the outfits you've chosen for the family.






(Images borrowed from Gap, JCrew and MiniBoden)

School of Rock...

Don't be fooled by the "tough guy" facade here...this up-and-coming musician is also an elementary school teacher! He taught my 4-year old "I'm a little tea-cup" just last week...no joke! She's been walking around the house singing it for days. Here's a little sneak preview from our session, Mr. D! Enjoy.

Just one...

Hannah Montana. That's my favorite nick-name for this cutie. Wouldn't you just kill to have eyes like that???

My favorite models...

I have been such a blog slacker lately! Sorry! The kid's school is keeping me so busy these days. Anyhow, the sun FINALLY decided to make an appearance here in Warsaw after 3 long weeks of dark, gray and rainy skies. So, of course the first thing I did was grab the camera and run to my nearest favorite shooting location. I drug my girls along for what I told them would be a "fashion show." Imagine their disappointment to realize they were the only ones in it! Despite their fighting with each other almost the ENTIRE time, I ended up with quite a few favorites! Warning: this is going to be a BIG post!









Marin Robison



Thanks for staying with me!

Tennessee Farm Girls...

I know I posted an image from this session back in August, but I've had a very busy fall season and FINALLY finished editing this session. Can I just take advantage of this opportunity to show off my mom? My mom and her twin sister (Betty and Letty) are proud to be Tennessee farm girls, can you tell!? We had a short 30 minutes to shoot these one evening while I was in Utah, but I'm so pleased with how they turned out. Aren't they just the cutest grandmas ever??? Love you, Mom!

Totally addicted!

"Hi, my name is Bev Robison and I've been addicted to Stephanie Meyer's books for...well, as soon as I started reading them."

It's sick...truly sick. I picked up my first copy of Twilight on a whim as I was leaving the Chicago airport headed for Warsaw. Traveling overseas with 4 kids, I NEVER have time to read on the plane. But, while I was in Utah, I was completely shocked at how many of my friends, family, neighbors, random acquaintances insisted I needed to read this book. So, I bought it and (being the truly addicting book that it is) ignored my kids for half the flight to read it! Wow! Bad mom...bad mom.

So, 2 days ago I'm strolling through a mall in Warsaw shopping for my youngest daughter's birthday, when I pass the English bookstore. Right there in the window, they have every copy of Stephenie Meyer's book...in English! Of course, I picked up her 2nd book, New Moon. Lucky for me, I've been sick in bed for the last two days with a heinous sore throat and fever, with nothing to do but read this book (I know...it's disturbing. I did say I was lucky to be sick, didn't I?) And now, I've got nothing but vampires and werewolves on the brain. I looked out my window at the overcast skies this morning and thought "Ooh, perfect vampire weather." And when I hugged my husband this morning, I half expected him to feel cold. Weird, huh? I'm tempted to drag my sick body back to the mall today to buy book #3! Someone stop me!

Coolest Family Ever...

Yup, these guys win the prize! (What is the prize, you say? Well, I'll have to think about that and get back to you.) But, don't they just look amazing? It looks like I've worked out the magic formula...blue vintage truck + good-looking family = totally cool family pictures. This is my brother 's family (the same one you see in my blog header). You might be seeing more of them soon, because it's taking me a LONG time to through all their gorgeous session pics!

A few more favorites...

The next 2 are of another photog's daughter. Isn't she beautiful?
(I promise I'll send you copies of these, John!)







I call this one "SURPRISE!"

New Prices...

Here they are! My new prices, effective immediately:

Child Session $200
This is for one child only. (Add $15 for each additional child.) The session will last approximately 1 hour. This price also includes a fully edited, high-resolution CD with the best 20-30 images from the session.

Family Session $250
For up to 5 people (Add $10 for each additional person.) These sessions are generally 1 - 1.5 hours. This price includes a fully edited, high-resolution CD with the best 30-40 images from the session.

High School SENIORS $225
These sessions are all about having fun and showing off your personality! Plan on about 1 - 1.5 hours of shooting. This price includes a fully edited, high resolution CD with the best 20-30 images from the session. It also includes 2-8x10's OR 4 5x7's.

Sessions can be on-location, or in studio. Want to do both? Add $100. (Expect more time shooting and more finished images).

Print Prices:

$35 11x14
$20 8x10
$10 5x7 and smaller
$10 8 wallets

Holiday Cards and Graduation Announcements:

Most card designs are $30. You can print these on your own, or I can have them printed for you!

Are you a teacher at ASW? Ask me about my teacher discounts!

This is true love...

I'm still working on pictures from a session with my brother and his family, but I just had to share this one in particular. Can you just FEEL how happy and in love these two are? Would you believe that this was taken on the same week that he finished radiation and chemo? He is truly amazing. I love you, bro!

New Pricing...

It's time for me to announce that my prices will be going up for the Fall/Winter season! If you are thinking about booking a photo session, now is the time to do it because I will only be taking a limited number of appointments and the calendar is filling up quickly. I'll post all the details about the new pricing soon. For now, please note that sessions fees will begin at $200.

It's not too soon to be thinking about Christmas and Holiday cards! This year I have added a beautiful line of stylish, custom cards that can include your favorite session photos! More details to come...