Super, super...

quick is what this blog is going to be. I have got to get my tail in the bed and get ready for another busy weekend here at MaddieBug Photography. We have a had a huge week and aren't even close to being finished just yet. We've got one more new thing coming soon and I'm so, so excited about it, just wait...Sneak peeks will never be the same, and to finish our week off we've got a gorgeous senior, and a gorgeous mommy & daddy to be (very soon). So don't go to far y'all because I'll be right back here showing some more pretty faces before you know it. Now, about this session today...Oh goodness guys, OK, I had the most beautiful 11 year old, what, huh, yeah that's right, ELEVEN year old come to visit me on this gorgeous afternoon for a few pageant pics. This is usually the part where I tell you all about the session and how drop dead gorgeous she is but, I don't think I have to juice this up for her one bit. B...you know your gorgeous girl!!! This is just the tiniest little peek and believe me, you and your momma are going to have a hard, hard time picking which one to send in because it took me forever to decide on two for your little tease. I'll be in touch with you guys soon...Until then...Enjoy!!!

A fresh, new..

Super fantabulous site is waiting for all of you to come on over and adore her. I have had this in the works for quite some time now...lots, and lots of late nights and frustrations. I did not think I would ever get it complete. Of course when it comes to my work I am a perfectionist so I had to make sure it was all completely perfect and I know I probably changed everything and rearranged at least 27 times. So, you know it's there. I cannot wait for you all to take the grand tour!!!!!! Same MaddieBug spot (www.maddiebug.com). Don't let me keep you! I'll see y'all soon with some more little peeks!

Ready, set, GO...

And I'm off...Let's start this week with some super duper adorable faces why don't we?!?! These two kiddies were suppose to come visit with me last weekend, but with all the nasty weather we had, we decided to wait until yesterday, and oh my goodness, let me tell ya, we were glad we did. It was so, so gorgeous. We even broke out a blue jean mini skirt for girlfriend and all her cuteness. They wanted nothing much to do with my camera and me and definitely did not want to cuddle with each other and give hugs and sugars, but to your surprise Momma...guess what...we managed to get some of the cutest little shots ever. So, without any further ado, (because I must show you that I wasn't kidding about the cutest ever thing) here is a tiny little tease. I'll be in touch soon with lots more...Until then...Enjoy!!! As for all you other folks, don't go too, too far...I'll be back with 3 more peeks this week, along with something new that I CANNOT wait to share with you guys. See y'all soon!!!

I big, fat, puffy heart...

these books!!! Hello again y'all! Just after posting the sneak peek earlier today I had a knock on the door and a man in a brown suit with a much anticipated package for me. This is for a client, but I had to have a quick little photo session to show this deliciousness off before I send it her way. This is my new fave product and I love, love, love 'em!!! This is an 8x8 custom designed coffee table book (now offered in 10x10 also). Completely unique with thick, hinged, lay flat pages (so none of the image is lost in the middle), optional text, and custom cover (comes standard with leather). Perfect as a gift or keepsake, and delivered in a Eco-friendly keepsake box. These are just one of the items on sale this month only. You don't want to miss out on this months perks. If you want one of these for yourself, contact me for details. See y'all soon!

Cold and gloomy...

but who really notices (or minds) when you are working with a family this beautiful?!?! I have said this before, I know, and you will probably hear me say it 4,897 times more, but this is the cutest little boy EVER. I mean seriously, look at these huge, and I mean huge blue eyes. Just melts my heart!!! If he is already this gorgeous at 6 months...just imagine...Dads, you better be lockin' up your daughters. Of course when you have parents this pretty, what do you expect?!?! In honor of Valentine's Day I had to throw a little red in this session, which as you can see, this little man rocked it like a pro. Mommy and Daddy, I hope your little monkey feels much better in a few days and I'll be in touch before you know it with the rest, and you have lots. Until then...Enjoy!!!

It's gonna be a bright, bright...

sun shiny day!!! Yesterday was absolutely gorgeous...was it not?!?! This is the first session I've had in the sunshine in a long, long time, and I had two big smiles to make it even brighter. I know I told you all that we would be making a big announcement today with a super cute pic to go with it but we'll have to hold off on this big reveal just a tad longer. Me and this chickiepoo go way, way back. We actually started in pre-school together and then became great friends my freshman year in high school (OK, OK...that was almost 15 years ago). I first met her sweet hubby right after they first met 10 years ago. Way before she even knew he was "the one." She moved away right after that and we haven't seen each other until this fabulous little session we had yesterday, so we had lots of catching up to do. That was not a problem...we had tons of time and lots of locations to visit. B&D, it was great seeing you both and catching up. Y'all are just too cute together. I know you are needing something to brighten your day, so lets get on with this fabulous little peek I've got for you!!! You have a ton more where these came from but you'll just have to be patient!!! I'll be in touch before you know it! Until then...Enjoy!!!

Perks!!!

Okie dokie pokies!!! Our first special of the year and although it will not be Valentine themed or have cute and tiny cards involved, I think you will be equally satisfied with what I am about to announce. Since we are already just about completely full until May I will not be messing with session fees...I'm going to mix things up a little bit and give y'all some fabulous print perks. For the entire month of February all specialty products are 25% off. This includes our beautiful canvas wall portraits, fine art canvas gallery wraps, custom designed DVD slide show keepsakes, and our super exquisite custom designed coffee table books (I will have a little peek of one of these hot mommas by the end of the week). If you have already had a session with MaddieBug this is for you too. You probably had that one photo that you just could not stop thinking about, now is the time to show it off to everybody. Perhaps Grandmother has a birthday coming up and you can't think of a thing to get her, our books are the perfect gift and completely unique. Or, you may have an empty wall that you just cannot figure out what in the world to do with, a canvas is definitely the answer. For those of you that have already had a session with us, call or email us today to take advantage of this awesome special. If you have a session or order coming up just make sure to include your choice product in your order and the discount will apply.

I will be back with y'all shortly. I have a huge announcement to make and I know my clients from today absolutely cannot wait for their little peek and big news to go public. You will all see why tomorrow so stay tuned!!!

You all know that I can't leave y'all without a picture so here is an oldie but a goody. Who doesn't love dimply baby booties (complete with a coonskin cap) right?!?! See y'all soon!!! :)

Sweet, sweet...

sweet Murphy and Shelby. I was given the utmost pleasure of photographing two of the most precious doggy babies yesterday. I am already a huge animal lover and dogs just happen to be my favorite, but these two, especially Murphy captured my heart and probably will never let it go. Just so you know who is who...Murphy is the gigantic, black hunk, and Shelby is the gorgeous, tan, camera hog. I want to share their story with y'all so that these photos mean that much more to all of you reading. I have so many people on the edge of their seat, waiting on this heartfelt story.

Let me start by saying Murphy and Shelby are very blessed to have their human parents. They were both adopted from rescue shelters and given a life that has spoiled them to the core. A life that unfortunately not many animals are given the opportunity to have. Murphy was rescued 7 1/2 years ago as an itty bitty puppy out of California and has been the baby of the family until Shelby just recently. He has been by M&D's side through it all. College days, marriage, and moving. Shelby is about 2 years old and was rescued from Shelby County Humane Society. She is Murphy's new baby sister and definitely has all the baby sister qualities. He knows when he needs to put her in her place. She will chase his ball and get to it quicker than him but she knows not to pick it up...She leaves it sitting there just for him. He has told her that the ball is his only. She has her outside toys and he has his.

Around October 2009 Murphy started having trouble breathing at night. M&D took him to their regular veterinarian who then sent him to Auburn for further tests. It was the news they were given November 9Th that would change this beautiful family forever. Murphy was diagnosed with Canine Lymphoma. Lymphoma is a cancer that causes malignant tumors in the organs and lymph nodes. It is a very serious disease and can be fatal. The life expectancy without treatment is a couple of months and with treatment a year and a half. When they were told the prognosis they knew what they had to do. With regular chemotherapy it is possible to send this nasty disease into remission. Murphy has 10 treatments left and apart from getting a tad tired every once in a while he has responded wonderfully. The doctor says his blood count is looking much, much better. I have faith that Murphy will beat this nasty monster inside of him and he will be here to see his photograph hanging on the wall for many years to come.

M&D I cannot express to you enough how much I enjoyed my time with you and your precious babies and I feel completely honored to capture these priceless memories for you. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you, Murphy, and Shelby. I hope you don't mind, this is a super huge sneak peek but that's only because I just could not pick a few favorites out of the huge pile of keepers you have. Give Murphy and Shelby a huge kiss from me and I will be in touch with you guys very soon with the rest from this AMAZING session. Until then...Enjoy!!!