{ Pettiskirt Princess Update - NEW COST! }

I received the prints yesterday from the model sessions I did, asnd they are sooo cute!

I want everyone to be able to attend this event, and that means making it a little easier to afford. My whole belief when staring my photography business, was that everyone should be able to display beautiful, artistic images of their children in their homes without breaking the bank!

This being said, I have lowered the cost of the Pettiskirt Princess Event to $25!!!

Now you have no excuse to not sign-up. I plan on doing this event each year, and I cannot think of a better way to document them growing up than with whimsical images such as these that capture their spirit and imagination!

Email or call now to schedule, their are still a few spots available :)

{ Pettiskirt Princess Sign - Up Now Open! }

Sign-up for the Pettiskirt Princess Event is now open! If you are interested in signing your little girl up for this fun event, please email me. Spots will fill-up fast :)

For more information, see post below...

{ Pettiskirt Princess Portrait Event! }

Finally! I am so excited for this event!! I had so much fun taking the sample images, and I know my little models had a blast as well. I would like to thank Olive (age 8 months), Brooke (age 2), and Hailey (age 6) for helping me out and for being so darn cute!

Okay, the details...

What: Pettiskirt Princess Portrait Event...Sign up for a 20 minute portrait session, where your little girl gets to dress up, have a "tea party", dance & play! I provide the cute little skirts & props, you simply bring your princess :)

Who: Little Girls, 6 months (or sitting on own) to 8 years!

When: Saturday, August 22nd 9:00am-4:00pm

Where: The entrance to Ice Age Trail (also known as the Park & Ride) on Old PB in Verona. There are some great grassy areas (perfect for bare little feet), lots of trees, and a little pond :)

Cost: $25...includes 20 minute portrait session, 10-15 edited images to choose from and private online proofing gallery.

How to sign-up: Sign-up will start at 8:00am, Wednesday, June 24th! To sign up, please email me with the following information; Your Name, Child's Name & Age, Home Address, Email Address, Phone Number, and preferred session time. Due to the limited number of session slots, I will book sessions on a first come, first serve basis. Should all the time slots fill-up, I will start a waiting list.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me: melissa@crocodilesmilesphotography.com or 843-7703

{ Baby "I" is 6 Months }

Baby "I" is full of smiles. When I took her 3 month pictures, she was a complete ham, and her 6 month session was no different! I met her (and mom & dad) at Lake View Park in Middleton. The weather was perfect, and once again she was as happy as can be. She loved standing on the bench.

And of course, she loved being in the grass. She was not too sure about the flowers, so I am glad that I was able to capture this picture right before she ripped the flower apart : )

I can't wait to see you at your 9 month session! I will wear my knee pads, as I am sure I will be chasing you around!!

{ TEAM Crocodile Smiles- Update }

Yeah!! We have 2 more people signed up to be on TEAM Crocodile Smiles! Congrats K.D and husband, S.D. Both have signed up for the Half, good luck in your training :)

If you would like to be a part of TEAM Crocodile Smiles, you can register for The Madison Mini Marathon or 5K at http://www.madisonminimarathon.com.

As part of TEAM Crocodile Smiles you will receive a FREE Tek shirt to wear during the race, as well as a $20 print credit on your next order with Crocodile Smiles Photography!! What could be better?!

{ Portrait Party Season }

Well, it is officially Portrait Party Season! I LOVE Portrait Parties!! It's a chance for me to meet many wonderful families all in the same day, and for those families to see what I am all about, and get a sense of my style, technique, etc.

Back in February I met J.A. at the Baby Expo, and a few weeks later she called me to set up a Portrait Party for June. At the time, June seemed so far away, but here we are. After postponing the party a week due to cold, rainy weather, we hit the jack pot. The weather was perfect, the scenery (Webb Park in Reedsburg) was beautiful, and the families and kids were a lot of fun. The big hit of the day...a bubble machine!

If you are interested in hosting a Portrait Party feel free to give me a call. I limit the number of parties each season, currently there is only ONE opening left and it is in July. More information on Portrait Parties can also be found on the website. A few have already been booked for Spring 2010, so its never too early!

Enjoy your pictures J.A. & friends :)

{ First Steps }

Little "E" won't be 1 until next week, but he is ready to go...somewhere, anywhere. I should have worn my knee pads, as I was crawling all over the place, trying to keep up with this little guy! I have taken portraits of "E" since he was in mommy's tummy, and it has been so fun watching him grow up.

I have to give "E's" parents a plug here...they are the wonderful people who keep my hair looking so great! If any of you are in need of a great hairstylist check out A.L. Studios. Their website and info can be found at http://www.mysalononline.com/alstudios

I am sure that once "E" grows a little bit more hair, his hair will always be stylin'

{ Pettiskirt Princess Update }

After my initial post for the Pettiskirt Princess Event, I received tons of emails of interest. Everyone wanting to know when it was and how to sign up. I think I have succeded in marketing this one :)

My best advice is to bookmark the blog and check back in every few days.

The latest word is...I received the pettiskirts a few days ago. I am currently in the process of taking some sample pictures so that I can post a few of the images. This way you will have an idea of the type of images I will be capturing of your child during this event. I can't wait for you to see them, they are sooo cute. I also got some great props to go along with the pettiskirts, i.e. parasols, and a tea set!!

When I have a set date for this event I will post all the information along with a day and time that scheduling will begin. Since I have a strange feeling that this event will fill up extremely fast, all sessions will be booked in order of contacting me. I will also create a waiting list.

I think that is it for now. If you have any other questions you are always welcome to leave a comment or email me directly. melissa@crocodilesmilesphotography.com

{ Another TEAM Crocodile Smiles Member }

Congrats to Amy M. for becoming the 3rd official TEAM Crocodile Smiles Member. I first met Amy and her family this past fall, she has three children under the age of 3, God bless her. This race will be some well deserved time to herself, even if she is running :)

For everyone else reading this thinking I can't run, or more likely I HATE running, you do not have to run, you can sign up and walk the 5K, trust me, you will not be the only one!

Register soon, so that I can get your shirt ordered!

For more information on the race check out the website http://www.madisonminimarathon.com

Good Luck!

{ Introducing...Baby "M" }

Baby "M"'s mom and I met in college, seems like forever ago, and recently met up again at the Baby Expo. I was so excited to see her and her new little bundle...with the cutest hat ever! I had to take some pictures with this hat on, and luckily it still fit. One of Mom's friends had made this little hat for her and all of their friends who had babies all around the same time.

Baby "M" did wonderfully at her first photo session, and I can't wait to watch her grow!

{ TEAM Crocodile Smiles- Update }

Here is an update on TEAM Crocodile Smiles! So far, we have 2 officially registered and there have been many of you who have emailed me and shown interest...the next step is to just do it and register.

The TEAM Crocodile Smiles shirts are eco-friendly tech tees. High quality and perfect for running or walking :)

Once more people register, I think I will have you all vote on the color of the shirt, since I just can't decide.

Congrats to Michelle Teteak for becoming the first TEAM Crocodile Smiles member!

Keep checking back for updates!!

{ Fun with Water, at the Capital }

These kids were a blast to work with! And once we found the water fountain, or bubbler, as I grew up calling it, they were in heaven. Mr. "R" thought it was so cool to play with the water and spray it everywhere, and Miss "M" loved being in control of when the water came out.

Lucky for me, I get to see these kiddos again in a few weeks, along with all the cousins and grandparents. I am looking forward to it! Enjoy your images Mom & Dad ;)

{ TEAM Crocodile Smiles }

In an attempt to motivate myself to keep running, as I am doing the Chicago Marathon in October, I have decided to create a Crocodile Smiles TEAM for the Madison Mini Marathon & 5K.

Date: Saturday, August 29th at 7:00 AM

You can choose to register for either the Half Marathon or 5K, and you do not have to be competitive, unless you want to be :)

Information on the race itself and registration can be found at:
http://www.madisonminimarathon.com/

Registration is limited, so sign up early! It looks as though it will be a FUN race...Starts and Ends at the Memorial Union Terrace, and there will be local bands playing along the course.

What you get: If you decide to be a part of TEAM Crocodile Smiles, you will receive a Crocodile Smiles T-shirt TO WEAR DURING THE RACE, and a $20 print credit on your next order!!!

Once you register, email me your name and T-shirt size, and I will be in contact. To be a part of TEAM Crocodile Smiles you need to register and contact me before July 31st, 2009, as I need enough time to order the shirts!

Keep checking back for updates on Team Members!