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06.04.14

All in the Details

Who doesn’t want a seamless senior photo? We think it makes a big difference when each component of a photo shoot is carefully planned, which is why we have a team dedicated to every important detail of your session. When you book with Embolden, Kate, our wardrobe consultant, and Christy, our senior photographer, work together to coordinate each component–right down to how the locations for your shoot will complement each outfit you’re wearing. This recent session shows just how the right wardrobe/location pairing can really give your images that extra WOW factor:

Even at the beach, we work to pull colors from nature to coordinate or complement the colors in your clothing:

We want you to feel set apart, because you are. You bring your crazy-beautiful self to the mix, and we’ll handle the rest! Senior slots are filling up fast for the summer…contact Ruthanne at info@emboldenstudio.com to book your personalized session.

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11.11.13

brynn

We are excited to announce our new MUNCHKIN CLUB! Brynn is our first toddler to join and we had so much fun at her first session! Here is more information about the club if you’ve missed it!

NEW! Munchkin Club: You’ve gathered beautiful images of your little one from birth through that milestone first birthday, and with the toddler years approaching, you’d love memories of your munchkin in this active, growing season, too. Whether your baby has graduated from our Baby Club, or you’re newly trusting Embolden Studio with your professional photography experiences, we’re excited to offer a new option for your toddler! The Munchkin Club is designed to capture his or her growth at eighteen months, and again at two and three years. Bundle all three of these sessions together for sweet extras (like having the whole family join in for one!) and guaranteed gorgeous photos you’ll treasure at every stage.

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07.23.13

hillari

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07.22.13

Mitch + Lisa : : tied : : 6.29.13

their songs

the song Lisa walked down the aisle to that Mitch wrote and sang for her  • Lisa’s Song
unity sand song  • here there and everywhere (beatles)
recessional • unstoppable (foxy shazam)
first dance  • real love (beatles)
father/daughter • butterfly kisses (bob carlisye)
mother/son • annie’s song (john denver)
last dance • in my life (beatles)

mitch + lisa

What was the most memorable moment of your day?

Lisa: When my dad gave me away to Mitch.

Mitch: At the very end of the night when Lisa and I danced to “In My Life” and all of our friends and family was gathered around us as we danced.

Any advice for future brides and grooms?

Lisa: Little things will happen on your wedding day that may feel like a crisis, but at the end of the night you will forget them all, so dont stress about it.

Where did you go on your honeymoon?

To Chicago. Stayed at the Ivy Hotel… went to Shedds and Navy Pier.

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06.19.13

Savoring the Good Things–Lunch with Jill

Every once in a while, it’s essential that we put work aside for a moment to simply enjoy the finer things in life–glorious food, time together with friends, a Summer afternoon. This past week, the Embolden team did just that as we joined Jill Tanis (our friend, and amazing, local holistic health counselor) for an afternoon of cooking, chatting, laughing and eating in a beautiful historic home in downtown Holland. We didn’t exactly put our cameras down (who could resist shots of such delicious, fresh food, the surrounds, or Jill in her element as she prepped and cooked away?), but we did let our hair down for a bit to appreciate the perfect weather and the incredible meal Jill crafted for our team to enjoy.

On the menu? Prepare for the urge to make a mad dash to the Farmer’s Market:

-Blanched Snow Peas tossed in Sesame Oil
-Curried Copper River Salmon
-Wild Rice Salad with Oranges, Mint and Fresh Cherries
-Beet Salad with Candied Nuts, tossed in a made-from-scratch Shallot Dressing
-Sauteed Kale with Raisins and Pine Nuts
-Chocolate Macaroons served with Fresh Berries
-Iced Coffee, Iced Chocolate Tea, and Sparkling Wine

Is your mouth watering yet? Our taste buds were surely not disappointed. Everything about the afternoon was picturesque, but perhaps the best thing about dining on such a lavish meal together was the heart and soul preparation that went into each detail. Not only did Jill plan a gorgeous menu for us, but she did so with the same attention to nutrition, flavor, and freshness that she does for her own family every day! There’s no skimping on food quality here. The ingredients were colorful and vibrant and local–all elements that Jill values and represents as she empowers others to experience the joy of cooking. Our private class time and meal time with Jill was an education in the whats, whys, and hows of a healthy and thriving kitchen. No doubt we all took something away that we could immediately apply to feeding our own families for a long time to come.

Jill is the ultimate hostess. She articulates and demonstrates her love of cooking and her appreciation for good food so naturally…and her enthusiasm for freedom and creativity in the kitchen are catching. Not only did we leave the table that afternoon with full stomachs, but it’s fair to say our spirits were nourished in a beautiful way as well! In front of or behind the lens, we were all counting our blessings as we sat together around the table. Our team is better for the experience–and certainly each of our kitchens will be, too.

Thanks, Jill, for a glorious afternoon, and for a grand celebration of all things delicious!