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5 men in the making + one mom keeping mayhem at bay
“My father used to play with my brother and me in the yard. Mother would come out and say, ‘You’re tearing up the grass’; ‘We’re not raising grass,’ Dad would reply. ‘We’re raising boys.’”
-Harmon Killebrew
Now imagine being a single mom raising boys. Raising them in the grass and mud, watching over their bruises, scrapes and homework, their after school activities, preparing their meals, sorting out their arguments…. teaching them what they’ll need to become good men. She’s fearless and selfless and clearly understands the day-to-day and the big picture.
Meet Stacy Eldridge and her 5 (YEP – FIVE) boys. They are as interesting, kind, smart, curious, fearless and singular as she is. She’s also a nurse, by the way, and for all we know she secretly has a 4AM paper route. I mean why not? She’s superwoman.
The Eldridges are a tribe of the best kind.
Stacy allows them to be boys – riding dirt bikes, picking on each other, rolling in the dirt, playing pranks and keeping each other grounded and humble.
We fell in love with this crew and were excited to honor Stacy’s desire to capture them in their element, so we took photos on a family farm near Hamptonville, NC, with their big bikes and even larger personalities. We also focused on each young man, capturing them for Stacy to remember this time …… or use later for bribes.
For this post, we wanted to include a photo of the boys from 4 years ago for the sake of comparison. We look forward to seeing them grow up and into the men they’ll become.
Time passes quickly. We’d love to take photos of your family and then follow up in a year or two or when you’re ready. Call for an appointment and we’ll noodle with you about the best way to capture your tribe.
a day among the blooms ~ mckenzie goff and stacie shumate ~ spring photos and milestones
Stacie under the blossoms
Last April, we got to venture into the fruit orchards near Brushy Mountains with two subjects: McKenzie Goff and Stacie Shumate (with their loving moms in tow). It was hard to decide what was more beautiful: the girls or the venue. Petals were bright and showing off, some ready to fall, but the trees were perfectly lovely and camera-ready.
And so were the girls.
At Pixels on Paper, we love outdoor settings, and when a place like this one is so replete, you seize the moment.
McKenzie was turning 13 – (Welcome to your teens!!) – and after chatting with her mom, we knew that this girlie-girl would blossom (sorry for the pun, but there it is) in this field of natural pink perfection. And of course, she did. McKenzie was not shy in front of the camera and between her smile and the setting, it was magic …. the petals in her hair, the sunset behind her, and the gaze that captured her just at that moment, but seeming to be well beyond her years.
McKenzie – young woman
McKenzie with blossoms in her hair
McKenzie Goff with a sunset
Our other amazing subject that April day was 10 year old Stacie Shumate. She is that balance of American girl – toggling between sports and “dress-up.” Her mother, like many of our clients, understands the importance of documenting milestones and moments, time and place.
The highlight was capturing a pic of her from above (it’s at the top of this post). I’d already envisioned a photo of Stacie lying on her back under the blossoms, with me in a tree photographing down through the limbs. Easy enough, right? I ended up on a ladder hanging between branches with the sun directly above. The brightness of the sun was a bit much for her. Smile: eyes closed. Eyes open: squinting. We tried several times and then her mom began cracking jokes and both Stacie and I started laughing. I laughed so hard that petals began to fall over her and that’s how we got our favorite shot of her.
As always, we loved being a part of the day, the laughter and the memories.
Stacie in repose
Stacie’s green eyes
Pink and white blooms come out the first week or two of April and only last about 5 days. Times and dates are limited, but we want to fit you in. Reservations need to be made in advance, so call to make an appointment. Sessions start at $125.
the extravagantly beautiful orchard in bloom
Aaron’s outdoor portrait photography | Pixels On Paper Photography photo studio, Wilkesboro North Carolina
Who says outdoor portrait photography isn’t ideal in the middle of winter in the North Carolina mountains? Fortunately Pixels On Paper Photography has designed an outdoor portrait garden at our photo studio in Wilkesboro NC that even in the middle of winter is still ideal for portrait photography. Aaron and his Mom wanted modern portraits for the dedication in his 8th grade yearbook and that’s exactly the style of portraits we delivered. Photographing guys allows us to be a little more edgy, use more dramatic lighting, and create masculine images that are representative of their character. Interested in scheduling a portrait photography session or family portrait photography in our Wilkesboro photo studio, outdoor, or on location near you? Contact us to learn more and see our website at www.pixelsonpaper.net.
Watch the video created by Pixels On Paper Photography to see even more of Aaron’s portrait photography during this session in our photo studio and in our outdoor portrait garden in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. All photos are ©2014 Pixels On Paper Photography.
amelia turns one | pixels on paper portrait photography | photo studio, wilkesboro nc
This little cutie had our hearts from the time she began inside her mother’s womb. That’s because we were her parents engagement, bridals, and wedding photographers and have been great friends since. We’ve had the opportunity to capture Amelia’s portrait photography at our Wilkesboro based photo studio, during every momentous occasion of her growth (even though it has only been a year). Already documenting her turning one is hard to believe. My how time does fly! She has also been a model we can call on for children’s photography and when we’re experimenting with a new backdrop in the studio or outside in our portrait garden. Talk about convenient!
That moment when she slept snug on our little baby posing pillow as a newborn has long since been replaced by trying to keep up with a toddler wondering excitedly through the studio.
Watch the video created by Pixels On Paper Photography to see even more of Amelia’s portrait photography during this session in our photo studio and in our outdoor portrait garden in Wilkesboro, NC.
Interested in scheduling a children’s portrait photography session in our Wilkesboro photo studio or on location near you? Contact us to learn more and see our website at www.pixelsonpaper.net.
kennedy’s 1 year pictures { pixels on paper } first birthday photographers
Turning one year old is such a milestone in a child and parent’s life. Its fun to capture child portraits especially during that one year mark. We encourage our clients to bring birthday cakes or birthday cupcakes into the Pixels On Paper portrait studio during this momentous occasion. We will photograph portraits that are traditional and classic and also portraits of them diving into their very first birthday cake all during the same photography session. The expressions we can capture during these moments are absolutely priceless! Just like these of little Kennedy during her First Year portrait session.
Kennedy’s Mom and Dad are both Appalachian State University Alums. How cute is this ASU gingham and smocked dress she wore???
There aren’t many children at this age that aren’t happier without their clothing. Don’t most take them off anyway? You can tell by Kennedy’s smile that she definitely was.
Want to learn more about Pixels On Paper’s portrait photography or schedule a One Year portrait celebration for your child? Call 336-990-0080, visit our website www.pixelsonpaper.biz or send us and email at mail@pixelsonpaper.biz for more information.
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