I already ordered....

I couldn't help it.

I ordered this as an 11x14 canvas.

This is the storyboard.....I LOVE doing these!

I got a little side-tracked...

Today when I picked Caiden up from school,

my hubby called and asked if I could stop

and grab some milk on my way back home.

I realized I did not have my purse & had to

stop home first. I quickly had Caiden grab his

vest & hat I had wanted to photograph him in

& my camera for a quick shoot. The weather

was a little warmer today, so I decided not to

skip the opportunity.

Anywhoo - I always enjoy my *alone*

time with him. He is such a kind soul.

So caring and intelligent. He told me that

he wants to be a photographer when he

grows up so we can work together.

Hearing that, just melts my heart.

I can't believe he'll be eight next month...

So, after the brief session, we stopped for an oil change.

An hour an ten minutes after Carey called, we showed up

with the milk :) Thankfully, my hubby is used to

me getting *side-tracked.* Usually when I "make a

run for Walmart" he says, "You're not coming back,

are you?" I just laugh at him.....very evil-ish-ly :)

{GiveAway!!} Tis the Season!

With the holiday's quickly approaching....the spirit of the season is
weighing heavily on my heart. Last weekend, I was so proud of my
two oldest who rang the bell for Salvation Army. They will also be
helping to wrap gifts for families that have been adopted through
my ladies group, the Niles Service League, on Monday.

BUT, there's something else I would like to do for someone YOU know.

Do you know someone who deserves a photo session? Someone
who may be working multiple jobs to support their family?
Someone who was laid off and simply cannot afford to have
pics taken? Someone who is always thinking of and helping others?
Whatever the case. Tell me who. Tell me why.

Here are the Rules:

The person must reside in Berrien or Cass County in MI or
St Joseph or Elkhart County in Indiana.

The winner receives a $250.00 print credit
YOU receive a $100.00 print credit
(Print credits are for portrait sessions only & exclude weddings)

Send me your nomination via email at: LoriDBaxter@hotmail.com
Please use CHRISTMAS as your subject
Include contact info for you & the nominee

I cannot wait to hear from you!!!!!

Winner will be announced on Christmas EVE!

Feedback.....I LOVE it!

This was a nice message I received from a recent client.....

Dear Lori,

We received the pictures on Friday, and they are wonderful. I hadn't looked at the proofs for a while, and had forgotten how charming the whole collection is. Certainly you have given us a great memory group. We think the boards turned out beautifully, and will make great gifts.

It has been a real pleasure working with you. Hope you and your family have great holidays. And that you continue to have good, good business. We'll call when we need you.

Fondly,

Ida & Yates

Thanks to the two of you for allowing me to capture your grandsons! I am honored
that my prints will be given as holiday gifts and cannot wait to hear about the reaction!
Next time we will need to include the two of you as well!

More of Santa's helpers.....

I have a santa suit that fits 3T & a Christmas tutu

dress that fits from 24mo - 5 years that are available

for you to use during your session!!!

This one we'll call "NO PEEKING until Christmas!"

You can tell little "N" is enrolled in dance class!

What a sweet pose she did....without any instruction!

Truly a joy....

A few years ago, my Sister-in-law and Brother-in-law

adopted their two girls. I was very inspired & decided

that I wanted to offer a free session to all adoptive families

within the first year! I wanted to capture the pure joy that

these families feel and hope to convince other families to

consider adopting as well!

This family below is one of those special families!

I must say, "A," is the fastest 9 month old EVER!

hahaha! He kept all of us hopping! But he was so fun

to capture and I keep hearing his little giggle in my head!

Mom was asking me about backdrops before I arrived at

their home and I reassured her that her settings would be

just fine! I always appreciate seeing bits of families surroundings

in their home, rather than a white backdrop.

Makes it much more personal!

Thanks so much for the opportunity to meet your family!

God Bless!

This is my absolute favorite!!!!

Look at him laughing & Mom has a great smile too!!!!

{Santa} Baby


All I want for Christnas is my two.....bottom teeth? :)

Christmas is coming!!!!

Can you believe how quickly it is approaching?

Thankfully, I have a little helper! It's so nice

that I can take her shopping and wrap in front

of her for the other kids and she does not have a

wide enough vocabulary to "share" with them yet :)

I have been busy with Christmas pic & jewelry orders,

& of course editing, editing, editing!!!! I am thankful,

even during the busiest times! I have some recent

sessions I will be sharing soon!