Cleverly Candid Photography's Blog

Celebrating the H Family!

cleverlycandidphotography — Wed, 12 May 2010 01:28:21 +0000

It is always so flattering when friends want to entrust you with something as monumental as capturing a moment in their family’s life. These friends in particular. I have known them now for nearly half my life (insert smile) so to say we have watched one another grow is an understatement. The milestones have been huge and the most recent is no exception. Kelly asked me to photograph her pregnant belly which for Kelly is huge. This is not necessarily her thing but she really wanted some special shots of her sweet little girl before she changes from only child to big sister. For those with multiple children you know how life altering this is for EVERYONE!

So here they are…. and yes they are as sweet as they look…. Kelly, Pat, and Casey… I love you very much. Thank you for letting me do this for you! Hugs!

Elena and Simon: Married!

cleverlycandidphotography — Wed, 12 May 2010 00:29:49 +0000

On a cold rainy day in early March I had the honor to witness the marriage of two incredibly lovely people. Elena and Simon married in the barrel room of The Winery at La Grange and while normally a dark cold room… it was hardly either of these. This room was made absolutely beautiful by Country Way of Middleburg and A la Carte Caterers. While the flowers and food were outstanding what was really hard to miss was the love that permeated thru this room. Elena and Simon, thank you for including me in this celebration of your love. Elena thank you for becoming a friend!
PS… check out Elena’s sweet blog… it’s funny, smart and frankly will just make your heart smile!
http://caramammasdayinthelife.wordpress.com/

A very cool workshop!

cleverlycandidphotography — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:15:28 +0000

Check out http://www.loveaffairworkshop.com! They’re giving away prizes & a seat to their workshop on the blog this week! Go enter to win!”

Not gonna rain on their parade! sneak peek

cleverlycandidphotography — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:15:24 +0000

Last weekend I shot the wedding of Elena and Simon. These two have a very cool story and because I am not a writer by trade I would encourage you to visit Elena’s very sweet blog to hear all about this love story!

http://caramammasdayinthelife.wordpress.com/

This is just a quick look and there will be much more to come!!! Elena and Simon got married at The Winery at La Grange in Haymarket. A cool place for a wedding or just a day in the country!!!!

Snow baby!

cleverlycandidphotography — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 22:06:00 +0000

Freezing greetings from Northern VA! We are hopefully at the tail end of what is being referred to as the Blizzard of 2010, Snopocolyse, Snomageddon,etc. Call it whatever you want… it’s a LOT of snow. While I hate to shovel, I do love how it brings everyone out of their homes to help dig out! My guys have been having a blast starting last evening when we told them we could go out and play in the snow when we actually should have been heading to bed! What fun! The best was when we brought snow balls (or boulders if you’re my middle child) into the bath tub to have a snow bath! The squeals were priceless and certainly worth the mess they created hauling them up the stairs!

This snow brought back some wonderful memories specifically as a child where my dad would pull me on a sled behind a tractor to the top of a wonderful sledding hill and of my days at Gettysburg College where I spent 2 fantastic snowstorms! If I could find the pictures I would post them but I will say that the pictures are still in my mind and for that I am very greatful! Long gone are those carefree days but the memories remain! Thank you Blizzard of 2010 for the beautiful walk down memory lane and for the fantastic new moments which will also be re-played in my mind for as long as I live!

This snow at last measurement was about 26 inches and counting! The snow was too deep for baby Tuck so if you are wondering where he is, he has not been lost in the mountain of snow but rather he is sleeping peacefully while the snow continues to fly outside! We will take take him out when the snow stops and use him as a measuring tool for the final count!!! Stay tuned!

Leslie and Derek: Engaged!!!!

cleverlycandidphotography — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 22:01:18 +0000

On a VERY cold day in December… we had a lot of fun in Old Town, Manassas!!!!

Leslie and Derek, the two of you are a lot of fun!!! I can’t wait to shoot your wedding!!!!!

Happy Birthday Jakey!

cleverlycandidphotography — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 03:16:11 +0000

I am going to postpone the engagement pictures for another day while I post some VERY important pictures!
My baby (first born) turned 6 on Sunday and I would like to take a minute to show him some love! Jake came into this world on a very cold January morning which started the night before in a restaurant called Champs in Arlington! His daddy was there for a happy hour with a bunch of our friends from college and I stopped to pick him up and grab some food! Before I even got my coat off, my water broke! I quickly grabbed my husband and drove us to the hospital. Jake was hours from arrival but that night was full of excitement!!!! The anticipation alone is a feeling I will never forget! When Jake finally did make is appearance, the world was instantly a better place. His little light was shining from the moment he came into this world!!!
He has grown from a happy baby boy, to a gentle toddler, into a little boy who is honest, kind, and gentle-hearted. He loves his brothers, his family, school, and all things trains! To know him is to absolutely love him!!!!! I thank God every day for giving me this precious gift. I love being your mommy Jake!!!!
And now… Jakey…

Sneak peak!

cleverlycandidphotography — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 01:25:56 +0000

Here is a sneak peak at the AMAZING e-session I shot between Christmas and New Year’s! It was SO cold but Leslie and Derek were awesome! We had so much fun and I can’t wait to show you the rest! Until Monday….

My new favorite thing!!!! My bicycle built for two!!!!!!

Kathy + John: Married!!!!!

cleverlycandidphotography — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 01:50:45 +0000

I will start by saying Kathy has been waiting a looong time for this!!! Kathy, I’m sorry I am such a slacker and I hope you enjoy this!
Kathy and John married at Belmont Country Club in November! They might just be the funniest couple I have ever worked with! Oh yeah… and they absolutely adore one another! I had so much fun shooting this wedding! I enjoyed EVERY minute I have been in your presence! Thank you for choosing me to be a part of your day! The two of you are so special and I am thankful to have been part of it!

There were some outstanding and very talented vendors involved in making Kathy and John’s day a success! Here we go! Belmont Country Club, Holly Chapple Flowers, Pastries By Randolph, Face By Sam, Embellished Events

Coming up for breath!!!

cleverlycandidphotography — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 01:22:05 +0000

I know it’s been AWHILE since I have posted anything! Prior to Christmas, I shot several weddings, some families, lots of pregnant bellies, and as a follow up some absolutely precious newborns! Of course all of this right before Christmas just adds to the chaos that already exists when you have 3 little boys all busting at the seams over the excitement of Christmas. That being said, I had no choice but to neglect my blog. While on my hiatus, I did spend some quality time with my husband (which I appreciated to no end) and our boys and we had a very sweet Christmas! Matt (my best friend and husband) and I watched a lot of movies one of which was Julie and Julia. I absolutely loved the movie and to that point it inspired me to be a little more disciplined with regard to my blog. I obviously have a lot to share just from the last few months and much more to come! So here we go! Dedicated to sharing more work with you! To start us off I am going to share something I am extremely proud of! I have a featured wedding in The Knot 2010 Spring/Summer magazine! I worked with the very talented Janice Carnevaleof Bellwether Events and was fortunate to be a part of a very fun wedding!!! Check it out for yourself!!!