It's been a while... I've been busy! And life kinda got in the way, too...

Hi everyone!

It's hard to believe that I haven't posted in nearly 2 months!

Here are some sessions that I've been working on.

Easter Photos start as early as March 1, 2015!

Spring is just around the corner.  I know that you are as excited as I am!  As much as I love snow, I'm just about ready for spring.

Last week, I came across these in my side yard!  I was so excited!

These are hyacinths and daffodils!  I can't wait to see them again this spring!  I did check today, while I was shoveling, and yup, they are still doing well.

See what else is making it's appearance this coming week!

These little guys are so cute and fuzzy! 

They aren't real!

They are perfectly perfect for your child to play with.  Your child's eyes will shine with pleasure as he or she plays with these chicks and bunnies while being photographed.  

Call for your reservation, today!  240-436-2169.

Spring-time Tulips

One of the things that I really love about living on the east coast (and although my heart stayed in Alaska, I do find things here to love), is the spring-time flowers.  It seems like there is something popping up every single day!

Today, as I came to my studio, in one of the little beds, I came across this:

I was on the phone (safely with a bluetooth) with my friend, and I gasped, and said, I have to take pictures of these gorgeous tulips!

When I grabbed my camera, I said, I'm changing lenses, I really want macro images.

There was radio silence as I knelt.  Finally, I said, "Oh, I want to get these back-lit, I'll have to squeeze in behind the bushes!"

I'm pretty sure that I looked HILARIOUS stooping in between the bushes while I photographed these tulips.

I will do what it takes to get the shot, even if it means I have to sit in damp mulch.  That's with tulips, children, dogs, families, and whatever else my clients might send my way to photograph!

Here's my favorite image!

I hope you have a splendid week.  Keep your eyes open, because you never know what you might come across!

April Showers bring HUGE $AVINGS!

Happy April, Fans and Friends!  Have you survived the Ides of March and leprechauns looking for your pot of gold?  March was pretty fun with the crazy weather and even though I LOVE snow, I do not like it in Maryland.  When we were in Anchorage, we just kept going; here, life literally STOPS and it takes forever to re-start. 

Ah well, enough of that. I'm so excited that spring is finally here.  Birds are singing and flowers are blooming.

This brings me to an AMAZING announcement.  I have a professional goal of photographing 10 families in the month of April.  

Yes, you heard that correctly.

I want to photograph 10 families this month with the gorgeous cherry tree blossoms or at a favorite park such as Kinder Farm.  I'm really excited, because I'm totally sweetening the deal for my potential clients.  

Oooohhhh!  

This offer is good for families of up to 5 people.  The youngest must be at least 6 months old.  All rights reserved and is subject to availability.  Only 1 purchase per family.  Session must be used between now and April 30th.  If you would like to upgrade to a further place than 15 minutes away from the studio, it is $0.50 per mile each way.  If you would like to add more people, it is $15 per person.

Call 240-565-0361 for more details.

Spring and Easter Portraits with Baby Animals

Spring has sprung at Honey Bee Photography!

We have baby bunnies and chicks bouncing around the studio, nibbling on carrots and feed.

OK, maybe not really, but  don't they look like they are about to jump in on the fun?

These animals aren't real!

Did you know that photographers who use live animals for props this time of year need to have a licensed handler from the SPCA to ensure that no animal gets injured or hurt, or hurts a human?  Safety is the number one prerogative in my studio.

That's why I invested in these gorgeous life-like stuffed animals.  They look so real and they are very lovely and touchable.  For those concerned, yes, the bunnies are made with real fur, but they were used first for meat, and then for taxidermy purposes.  I made sure of that when I invested in these guys.

Please visit my Living Social deal and save!  This is the only place where you can get this fabulous price and there are only 12 Chicks 'n' Bunnies sessions left.

Are you interested in further purchases?  Here's the Pricing Guide:

Packages:  We offer packages to help you get started on your purchase.  If you would like to add on to your package, you are able to do that.  Our packages start at $59.00, so they are affordable.  They come from the Nobility Line pricing, which is full retouching, but your portraits are not sprayed nor mounted for enlargements.  If you would like to add mounting or spray, please see below for details.

Collection A (one image)
1-8x10 and 8 wallets $59.00 ($17 in savings)

Collection B (2 images)
1-8x10, 2-5x7s, 2-4x6s $99.00 ($49 in savings)

Collection C (4 images)
1-11x14, 2-8x10s, 2-4x6s and 8 wallets $139.00 ($85 in savings)

Collection D (6 images)
1-11x14, 1-8x10, 2-5x7s, and 6-4x6s $189.00 ($119 in savings)

Add-ons

1 sheet of 8 wallets   $30
1-4x6 portrait   $20
1-5x7 portrait    $23
1-8x10 portrait  $30
1-11x14 portrait $45

These add-ons are fully retouched, printed on luster paper, but no spray for longevity nor mounting for stability are included. 

If you would like to have your portraits sprayed/mounted, please see the following:

To add on spray for 8 wallets: $10 extra
To add on spray for a 4x6:  $5 extra
To add on spray for a 5x7:  $5 extra
To add on spray for an 8x10:  $10 extra
To add on spray and mount for 11x14:  $20 extra

As always, sessions at Honey Bee Photography are guaranteed.  If you don't absolutely love your images that you see at your Premiere Viewing, I will cheerfully refund your session fee and give you an 8x10 portrait, completely free, of your favorite image.  

Questions?  Comments?  Please comment below, and then go to Living Social to pick up one of these for your children, or call 240-245-0416 for more details.

Spring Photos are officially being done at Honey Bee Photography!

It's the first Saturday of spring and signs of it are everywhere.  I've seen robins and heard woodpeckers, and all kinds of chirping out there.  There's more, too...

We are officially celebrating spring here in Bowie with our Chicks 'n' Bunnies sessions, perfect for Easter gifts and cards.  These images are beautiful, simple, and allow your child to explore these little guys and gals without worry.  I know it sounds crazy, but it's true:  These are not real animals!

Every time I show folks the images from these sessions, they just can't believe they are not real!

Here's the story.  Many years ago, when we were in Alaska, I asked around and found a young lady who was raising bunnies.  We worked out a reasonable deal and her mom brought her over, and she was my official bunny wrangler.  We spent more time trying to get the bunny to stay in her cozy basket, she loved to hop!  At one point, she pooped during a session and made the little girl cry.  It was too much, and of course we laugh about it now....

I knew I needed another solution.  And I found these wonderful stuffed animals!  

Yes, they are made with real fur.  Yes, they were originally raised for their meat; their fur is an added bonus.  The bunnies are made with bunny fur and goat fur.  The chicks are made with synthetic materials.  They are very light and realistic looking.  

Now I can also have the chicks, too.  My favorite is the one leaning down to eat.

Oh, and there's me!  This is how this year's set looks.  I have a couple of other items to add.

Want to book a session with me?  Simply call me at 240-245-0416 or contact me through the website!

Thanks for stopping by.