Blog Entries http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:52:27 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/123-Cant-find-www.CindyGuessford.com.html <p>Are you trying to get to CindyGuessford.com and aren&#39;t being directed?&nbsp; No worries.&nbsp; We are changing our hosting provider due to technical difficulties.&nbsp; Feel free to browse the galleries here and contact me if you would like to schedule a consultation where we can meet and chat about your Wedding Day.</p><p>I&#39;m hoping to have the new site completed and up again soon!</p><p>Thanks a bunch!</p><p>Cindy</p><p>Here&#39;s a teaser for ya =)</p><p>&nbsp;<img src="images/enga [...] cindy Sun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/122-This-Blog-doesnt-live-here-anymore.html <p>&nbsp;New Address: www.CindyGuessford.com </p><p>I have struggled this past year with components of this blog that just didn&#39;t work the way I wanted them to and for some reason the issues could not be resolved so, I have migrated all of the data to a new site, new domain an all =)</p><p>Some upgrades on the new site:</p>Rss feed should workCommenting system works so leave lots of love on the posts- just click commentfull integration of media, I&#39;ll be able to post images and video and [...] cindy Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/121-The-Make-a-Wish-Portrait-Special.html ...I&#39;m not sure what happened first, the tear carving a slow and steady path down my cheek towards an already splatter marked corner of my desk or the realization that most of the places that these children who are suffering with life threatening illnesses were &quot;wishing&quot; to see, I had already seen.&nbsp; A movie premier, a show, Disney, Hawaii, Jamaica...&nbsp; The list goes on and on.&nbsp; Moments like this snap me back into reality and it&#39;s hard to convey the humble feelings [...] cindy Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 wedding personal other lifestyle portraits engagement http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Patty-2B-Mike-E-Session.html <p>&nbsp;I love when I can pose two people near each other and they immediately connect.&nbsp; It&#39;s like woohoo, hollaaaaaa!&nbsp; The natural, fun and loving way that Patty and Mike engage is so easy to document.&nbsp; She looks in his direction and smiles so effortlessly.&nbsp; He wraps his strong arms around her and she immediately relaxes and melts into them.&nbsp; It is a special feeling and so wonderful to be able to see in action.&nbsp; So today as the late afternoon sun dips beyond o [...] cindy Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 engagement http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Bridgit-2B-Derek-Wedding.html <p>&nbsp;When days are planned by people near and far it can be difficult to coordinate all the necessary details.&nbsp; Not today though!&nbsp; Flawlessly executed from guest lists to sea shells to create an amazing setting for Bridgit and Derek&#39;s wedding day.&nbsp; I&#39;m loving hanging out with the guys today, they are raring to go and playing along =) The girls were not to be outdone and represented fully in all their sassiness!&nbsp; An overall great day to shoot a wedding !!! </p><p>< [...] cindy Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 wedding http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Jen-2B-Payton-Wedding.html <p>&nbsp;The evening breeze blew gently and so much excitement in the air tonight!&nbsp;&nbsp; Jen and Payton interact with their guests underneath the reception tent, my gaze wanders &amp; I am suddenly lured into looking towards the darkened grounds surrounding us by random sparks of light.&nbsp; Right on cue as if turning the pages of a fairy tale book,&nbsp; hundres of fireflies could be seen twinkling in the distance.&nbsp; They are doing their little dance of love.&nbsp; I&#39;ve always be [...] cindy Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 wedding http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Stephanie-2B-Todd-Wedding.html <p>Kristin was looking over my shoulder as I edited images from Stephanie and Todd&#39;s wedding and my often cynical towards love daughter proceeds to exhale and then she&nbsp; says...&nbsp; &quot;One day I hope someone looks at me the way they look at each other!&quot;&nbsp; These two are just so cute, the little twinkles in their eyes as they see each other for the first time, so sweet the hugs and kisses, so endearing the spoken words. ::: Sigh:::&nbsp; Stephanie and Todd you capture and pro [...] cindy Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 wedding http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Joyce-2B-Chris-E-session.html <p>The late afternoon sun is warm and welcoming as Joyce, Chris and I wander around the location that they scouted for their E-Session.&nbsp; I love when clients peep out great spots full of color, texture and little nooks and crannies to explore.&nbsp; Joyce told me how nervous they were about the session and I know how hard it can be on the other side of the lens.&nbsp; Trust me as we walk and talk and forget that there is a camera.&nbsp; Just focus on each other and this incredible connection [...] cindy Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 engagement http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Welcoming-Boyd21-a-baby-Session.html <p>Making the drive to see Kelly and Joe I get a little deja vu!&nbsp; You see, 3 years ago I made the very same drive to snap the very first images of their first born son Luke.&nbsp; Now fast forward three years and we are welcoming Boyd to their family.&nbsp; I love witnessing the dynamincs of family and the interaction within.&nbsp; Luke is what every mom wants a big brother to be.&nbsp; He is so gentle with Boyd and protective and loving towards him.&nbsp; My heart swells just watching how [...] cindy Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 lifestyle portraits http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Rose-2B-Mike-Wedding.html <p>Staring out the window pane I try to assess whether or not the rain has subsided, I can hear the faint rustling sounds of the girls in the next room as they are putting the finishing touches on themselves so that they can help Rose get dressed. &nbsp;As a look towards the sky I can see the light from the sun just barely shedding it&#39;s light down through the smoky colored clouds. &nbsp;Squinting towards the ground I realize that yes, it is in fact still raining as I see the puddles in the p [...] cindy Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0100 wedding http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/113-Welcome-baby-Julia-Portraits.html <p>&nbsp;The smell of the salt air beckons me as I approach their beach house.&nbsp; I am very excited to meet Amy and Vinny&#39;s new little bundle.&nbsp; A day of firsts for little Julia.... Today will be her first photo session and her first trip to the beach!&nbsp; We couldn&#39;t have asked for a nicer evening.&nbsp; A gentle breeze blowing as the amber rays of the still warm late summer sun descends.&nbsp; We make our way to the nearly deserted beach and spend some time hanging out until t [...] cindy Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 lifestyle portraits http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Kelly-2B-Bob-Wedding.html <p>&nbsp;It starts out as a little tingle when the baby hairs on the back of my neck feel that electric buzz so closely associated with the joy of stumbling onto a moment.&nbsp; I get really excited as my hand grips a little tighter and my right eye squints a little more while I peer through the viewfinder.&nbsp; Barely breathing so as not to cause any unwelcome movemen, click!&nbsp; Some days can be like a treasure hunt, searching desperately for these gems while days like today are more like e [...] cindy Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 wedding http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Olga-2B-Pavel-E-session.html <p>Sometimes the second time is a charm!&nbsp; My first efforts to meet with Olga and Pavel to shoot their engagement session were greeted with the skies parting and pouring raindrops the size of peanut M &amp; M&#39;s on us.&nbsp; It was dark and thundering and lightning and although we were all there ready to go it was just not meant to be.&nbsp; So we rescheduled and hoped for the best.&nbsp; Luckily, not a raindrop in sight at our second meeting, a little dark and overcast but guess what, I& [...] cindy Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 engagement http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Tina-2B-Bill-Wedding.html <p>The sun is shining brightly and a soft breeze can be felt as Val and I approach the beautiful and rustic beackdrop that will soon be transformed into the location for Tina and Bill&#39;s ceremony.&nbsp; We traverse the manicured lawns and I am instantly inspired by so many beautiful colors and textures.&nbsp; I can already envision all of the locations and preceisely when the light will be just right for upcoming portraits.&nbsp; As if I even needed this new found inspiration to fuel the alre [...] cindy Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 wedding http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Jill-2B-Paul-E-Session.html <p>The first thing I noticed about Paul were his piercing blue eyes gazing back at me.&nbsp; They seemed to see right through into my core.&nbsp; I was taken back because&nbsp; they are the same color as my father&#39;s eyes and not that I liken Paul to my dad at all but for a moment I felt vulnerable like I do when I&#39;m in his presence.&nbsp; I know how much is involved in choosing the right photographer to capture these moments and I know that this was an important decision for Jill &amp; P [...] cindy Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0100 engagement http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Lauren-2B-Wayne-Wedding.html <p>&nbsp;A slow and knowing smile spreads across my face as I skip downstairs this morning.&nbsp; The voice in my head (don&#39;t judge me, you know we all have voices in our heads) says that today is gonna be a good day!&nbsp; A pathetic whoosh of air escapes from my lips in my attempt to whistle a tune.&nbsp; Sadly, I can whistle about as well as I sing and for the record.... yeah, that&#39;s a whole other story!&nbsp; My wedding day ritual is pretty much the same every weekend.&nbsp; Come dow [...] cindy Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 wedding http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Stacey-2B-Ben-E-session.html <p>&nbsp;Favorite way to conduct an engagement session...&nbsp; Show up at agreed upon location and just wander around following the light and peeping out interesting backgrounds and textures etc.&nbsp; I love this!&nbsp; We can stroll around and chat and stop whenever something catches my eye and stumble upon beauty.&nbsp; Pretty simple =)&nbsp; Hanging with Stacey and Ben was like this.&nbsp; Roaming fields and woods and discovering of all things bamboo growing in the woods!&nbsp; Ahhh the lig [...] cindy Sun, 30 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 engagement http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/106-New-Release-Dates-for-Boudoir-Sessions.html <img src="images/other_blog//BOUDOIR%20PARTAY1.jpg" border="0" alt="" /> cindy Sat, 29 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 other lifestyle portraits http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Synergetic-Sounds-in-the-House21212121.html <p><img src="images/other_blog/synergetic%20logo%20BLUE%202738%20resized,%20BD.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Holla!!!&nbsp; Through the years I have had the pleasure of working with the staff at Synergetic Sounds many times.&nbsp; I&#39;m a firm believer of networking with companies that you share a similar business philosphy.&nbsp; You know, excellent service, amazing product and a desire to make you exceedingly happy.&nbsp; What I enjoy most about working with their crew is tha [...] cindy Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 other http://www.cindyguessfordphotography.com/index.php/Sara-2B-Chase-Hunter-Family.html <p>&nbsp;It is effortless how Chase lifts and carries Hunter into the next room and with complete confidence and security undresses him and arranges his son in various poses for the photo shoot.&nbsp; I&#39;m amazed at how secure and comfortable he is, for no other reason than my experience with most new father&#39;s is that they are nervous around their new baby and exceedingly gentle so as not to break them.&nbsp; I could feel the calm in the air amongst all three of them.&nbsp; Mother, Father [...] cindy Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0100 lifestyle portraits