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ourtown familythe latest cover of our town magazine monthly

Read the issue HERE

ourtown family ourtown family ourtown familyI’ve known the Cochrans for many years so what a surprise when we were matched up for the latest Our Town. There couldn’t be a more perfect family to be featured on the cover and when we added their new puppy, Buddy, we had cuteness overload! They were a little nervous about bringing Buddy because he isn’t known for his…good behavior (yet).  I’ve worked with lots of puppies in photo sessions so I felt confident he should be there and he definitely did not disappoint. Look how good he is in these pictures! Hopefully he didn’t go home and chew up all their shoes.

ourtown family ourtown familyThis is a Vinings Estates family and the kids go to Whitefield Academy in Mableton where the whole family is very active. What better place for a family portrait than at the place where they spend so much time. Whitefield was very generous and were happy to have us shoot on their campus. The weather had turned cold and rainy again and we rescheduled at least once to avoid SNOW at our session. In Atlanta, we think of warmer weather for March and flowers so we had hoped for a more spring-like setting. Luckily we had bright sun on the day we shot and we avoided the rain and snow after all.

 

Buddy is a Boykin Spaniel.

posted in: Family

Luke Lantta for Judge Luke Lantta for JudgeCobb County, vote for my friend, Luke Lantta, on May 24th for State Court Judge. Luke Lantta for Judge Luke Lantta for Judge Luke Lantta for JudgeI was honored to photograph Luke for his campaign for State Court Judge.

I’m so happy he is running as I can’t think of a better candidate!

“My experience as a trusted litigator, my defense of survivors of domestic violence, and my faithfulness to the law have prepared me to make tough decisions today for a better, more prosperous tomorrow. I ask for your support.” — Luke Lantta

Click HERE to visit Luke’s website and HERE for his FACEBOOK PAGE.

posted in: Musings

retreatCan you believe I have lived in Atlanta for as many years as I have and had never been to Reynold’s Plantation? I was there for a week last month and what a treat it was! The National Association of Professional Child Photographers (NAPCP) had their annual retreat close to home this year which made it extra special for many of us. I was on staff working most of the time but still soaked up lots of great information and best of all saw a lot of photographer-friends I only get to see in person once a year. If you are a photographer specializing in children (newborn/families) or seniors, plan on attending one of these “Retreats” in the future. georgia-photography atlanta-senior-lightThere were Styled Senior Shoots with Amanda Holloway, Sarah Lane and Tash Haynes. An adorable Valentine’s Day theme that our models rocked! Dan Brouillette demonstrated lighting for everyone and showed his expertise.   We Periscoped a lot during the week for NAPCP and and Tash had these girls on the spot! They were thrown into the fire of Periscope but had fun watching the reply of themselves on my phone. 🙂 georgia-photographersNAPCP Prides themselves on lots of small details. georgia-photographer FOGo-BlogThe view of the Lake was amazing.

I hung out over my balcony and tried to take shots like the one above at sunrise and sunset most days using my Fuji X100.

 

I missed my family while I was gone but I have to admit, re-entry to life outside of the Ritz Carlton was pretty tough. It was easy to get used to everything (especially food) being prepared for you. And you can’t beat the easily accessible spa!

 

FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: @lisaphillipson for more great pictures of the Ritz Retreat #napcpretreat

posted in: Musings

summer pictures child photographer atlanta car wash

There were few breaks in the rain last week.  So when it did stop, of course, we washed the car.  My kids didn’t mind being in water the whole 4th of July holiday weekend.  They also spent a day at Six Flags in the rain (the best time to go).  Both of our cars got washed by my junior crew and I think a neighbor’s car did too.  It wouldn’t be car washing without a big brother squirting you with a hose, right?

Yard work and washed cars brought some fun treats so it was well worth it. Lemonades, Root Beers, watermelon and cherries were waiting for my soaking wet crew of three. And then it rained.  Again.

summer pictures child photographer watermelon

If I ever wanted to do a “What Not To Wear” post this picture would be attached. Life is full of spontaneous moments and I have children that have too much of their own sense of style. My boys dress mainly for comfort and I guess I can’t blame them for that!

I hope your 4th weekend was as fun of ours!

posted in: Childhood

Before it totally gets away from me I wanted to share some images from my trip to Charleston, South Carolina last month for the National Association of Child Photographers Retreat.  You can also see the NAPCP newsletter with more pictures and details at this link.  I was honored to have some of my own images featured in that publication and blog. Warning: lots of pictures below.  I can give you a better visual of my week with some outtakes of my photographer friends as we were out and about town taking new headshots for each other.  We also had the opportunity to work on stylized High School Senior shoots that were a lot of fun and a little exhausting.  Think speed dating for Senior Sessions and you get the idea!

Danielle Byrson, Tinyheart Studios, Mady Blake, Hillary Camilleri, Lisa Dowdy, Chelsea

NAPCP Photographers

I communicate better in photos and that is why Instagram is my favorite social media. Below are some of my Instagram photos capturing my week in Charleston.  Follow me at @lisaphillipson to keep up with the latest in my business.

posted in: High School,Musings

King Spring School Photographer

I am the feature photographer for the May edition of Our Town Magazine.  It is always fun to see what new people I get to meet through this opportunity and this time I met some great students at King Springs Elementary School in Smyrna.  I also learned more about their Junior Master Gardeners and what they have been doing this past year.   Everyone was excited that they have been invited to be a part of the Smyrna Garden Tour this year on May 18th. They have a wonderful outdoor classroom outside their media room and are learning so much.  It has taken a lot of extra effort from volunteer parents and staff to make this club possible and just one of the many great things about King Spring Elementary.

If you would like to go on Smyrna’s garden tour this year, you can contact the City of Smyrna to buy tickets in advance or buy them the day of the event on May 18th at Taylor Brawner House on Atlanta Road.

Don’t forget to look for a copy of Our Town Magazine starting today to read more about these awesome kids!

posted in: Childhood

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