I am an on-location, natural light children's custom photographer in the Katy, Houston, and Sugar Land areas. The work you will find on my blog and website is more than just photography, it's a GLIMPSE OF SOUL. So, enjoy your visit, leave me some blog love, and come back to visit often. To be the first to hear about our Soulful Promotions, click the link below and sign up!
Last Thursday, I had the privilege of photographing a true Glimpse of Soul–I witnessed the birth of a beautiful baby girl. I can’t even begin to tell you how amazing an experience it was to see a baby being born. I have three children of my own, but to be on the outside and take everything in was beyond any words I can think of to explain. I hope some of the images from that day can give you a hint of what I got to see.
Peace, Love, Joy & Abundance!
I have a passion for featuring Momtrepreneurs. I believe being a mother is the toughest job out there but add to that being a Momtrepreneur and you have Super Mom on your hands. It takes commitment, devotion, and incredible skill to be able to manage both. I’m so proud of the Momtrepreneurs I get to feature monthly. I feature them in the hopes that you find their stories moving and motivate you to pursue your dreams–whatever those dreams may be.
This month, I met and interviewed Tiffany Yould of Personalized to Perfection. Her determination to become a stay-at-home mother is what sparked her creativity and led her to discover a talent she didn’t even know she had. Tiffany is the mother of a beautiful 7-month old baby girl. It was her daughter that sparked the fire in her to become a Momtrepreneur.
I met with Tiffany earlier in the week and asked her about her company, the challenges of motherhood, and how she is making it all work. Personalized to Perfection sells personalized goods such as burp cloths, bibs, blankets, baby/children’s apparel. When I asked Tiffany what motivated her to start her company, she went onto to say, “Having to go back to corporate America after having my little girl was one of the hardest things I have ever had to do. I decided that this was something that I really enjoyed doing and my ultimate goal is to be able to stay at home with my baby one day soon.” This Super Mom still works a full-time job during the day and yet manages to find time to do her embroidery & sewing in the evenings when her daughter is fast asleep. With the support of her husband who helped her raise the capital to start her company, she is well on her way to being that full-time work-at-home mom that she longs to be. When I asked her to give other aspiring Momtrepreneurs a bit of advice she said, “Have fun and don’t be afraid to take a risk!“ Words of wisdom, if you ask me.
You can see some of Tiffany’s wonderful products below along with her most beautiful “creation” of all. To see more of her items visit her website www.personalizedtoperfection.com and place your order.
Keep up the great work, Tiffany!
We left for a much-needed family vacation last week and got back yesterday. I wasn’t a restful vacation because we went to Disney World, but it was fabulous, nonetheless. I had one goal in mind, make lots of wonderful memories for my babies. I wanted to have a great time with the hopes that it would be imbedded in their little minds forever. I truly think the mission was accomplished.
Here are a few shots that I took at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. I love that park because of all the beautiful colors and textures. It was hard to not take more than I did!
I was SO excited to do this shoot. Mom originally hired me to photograph her daughter who recently turned 15 but then ended up booking a session for all her gorgeous kiddos. I’m so glad she did. I was even more excited when I threw out the idea of an urban shoot in Downtown Houston because she was just as eager as I was to have it done there.
This family has to be the most fun, united, genuinely loving family I’ve ever met. They have so much fun together joking around, making each other laugh. They really kept me smiling. The kiddos were great despite the Houston heat. Thanks again for being such great sports. And, Mom, thanks for trusting me to capture some fun shots of your beautiful family.
Peace, Love, Joy & Abundance!
I had a great holiday weekend. It was FILLED with celebrating family, friends, laughter, joy - LIFE. It’s these connections that make life worth living. I encourage you to make some time this week to celebrate those connections.
Peace, Love, Joy & Abundance!
She wasn’t scared–just mad that she wasn’t on the big rides with her brothers.
There is a true passion behind what I do–I hope that translates into my images. The reason I have pursued a career as a photographer has been simply, purely, truly because I absolutely love it. It’s an honor everytime someone hires me to photograph them and the people they love. I have one goal when I meet them–to capture who they are at that moment in time. I want them to walk away with a captured memory of what their life was like at the time they met me.
Today is Memorial Day and I can’t help but think of people who have lost a loved one who bravely served for our country. I can’t help but think of how important the photographs they have of those loved ones and what they must mean to them–how they must cherish them. I am in love with the idea that my work is a captured memory. My promise to my clients is to provide them with more than just a piece of paper taken by a fancy camera–anyone can do that. My promise is to provide you with a piece of your family’s history that can one day transport you to a moment in time when you were filled with peace, love, joy & abundance–an heirloom that will tug at your heartstrings everytime you look at it.
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to do that for this wonderful family. I truly enjoyed capturing their beauty, warmth, and joy. I am hopeful these images will provide them with smiles for years to come. Thank you for the privilege to do what I love.
Peace, Love, Joy & Abunandance!
Seamstresses have a special place in my heart because my Mom is one. I grew up watching her make dresses for me. That’s why I couldn’t wait to introduce the latest Momtrepreneur, Jessica Jones, owner of Pretty Lil Girl Boutique. I’m so excited to feature her and her wonderful, hand-made custom products.
I’ve been a customer of Jessica for quite a while now. I’ve purchased her beautifully handmade bows and tutus from her in the past. I promise you, she makes the BEST HAIRBOWS in Katy, TX. Honestly. They are so well-made. I’ve purchased bows from other stores, but always go back to Jessica’s bows because of their quality. Her tutus are also as cute as can be! To my delight, she submitted an entry to be featured as the Momtrepreneur of the Month. I couldn’t wait to introduce her to all of you. Below you will see a variety of images with some of her beautiful products. All the bows & dresses were made by her. Aren’t they adorable?!?
Here’s Jessica’s interview and advice on balancing life as a Momtrepreneur:
1.) What is the name of your business?
Pretty Lil Girl Boutique
2.) What services/goods do you sell?
Hairbows, Tutu’s, Dresses, Ruffle pants/Capri’s, Shopping Cart covers, Hairbow Holder’s, and so much more!
3). What drove you to open your own business?
Friends wanting to buy the things I make for my daughters
4.) How long have you been in business?
I have been making things for 4 years now. I am just now trying to get my business going and get my website started. I started off by wanting a cart cover for Emmalee. 4 years ago, they did not have them in pink. I bought a pattern and a sewing machine and made her a shopping cart cover. Everything just grew from there. If I liked something, I decided to try to make it.
5.) How many children do you have?
2 Daughters–ages 4 & 2.
6.)How do you balance your business life with your family life?
I try to only work on things when I wake up at 5:30am, during naptime or after they go to bed.
7.)How can people purchase your goods/services?
For now, through email or by phone. My website will be up and running in a few months. I have a blog for now so people may view my creations http://www.prettylilgirlboutique.blogspot.com/
8.) How long did it take you to launch your business?
In other words, how much time elapsed between the time you came up with the business idea to establishing your company? Did you face challenges? If so, what were they? It has been 2 years since I got myand I am still working on getting a website together. The hardest part is trying to find the time to do so.
9.)What advice would you give to other aspiring Momtrepreneurs?
My best advice would be to keep it fun! This is my passion. I love creating things. If I get stressed out, I take a step back and try to simplify things.
How handsome is this little guy? !? He and his team are having a great season and his parents (especially Dad) couldn’t be prouder. Before the season ends, Dad wanted to get some shots of his son sporting his uniform.
Nothing makes me happier than to capture these special moments in time. The idea that one day Mom, Dad, and this little guy will have these images to look back on and remember this time in their lives makes my heart smile.
Good luck with the rest of the season, Big Guy!
~~Peace, Love, Joy & Abundance~~
Are these not crazy times we live in? It’s like everywhere we turn there is something else to worry about–recessions, storms, viruses!!! It’s insanity. In the end, all of these things remind me of what is truly important in life–LOVE. The most powerful love of all is the love of a family–the unity, the bond. I had the pleasure of photographing this wonderful family this past weekend. Their loyalty to loving one another is apparent from the minute you meet them. I love it. Family, love…it’s all we need.
Peace, Love, Joy & Abunandance!
Is your family perfect? Mine’s not. In fact, I’ve never met anyone whose family is perfect. Often times, I’ve known people who at first glance it seems that they have it all together, but the longer I knew them the more I realized that their life was full of challenges too. Maybe not the same challenges, but challenges, nonetheless. Today millions of people around the world celebrate Easter. It’s a holiday to celebrate new beginnings–starting over. It’s a holiday that allows us to put our impefections, mistakes in the past and start all over again. What could be better than that?
The image you see above is of my imperfect family–my parents and all their grandkids. It perfectly represents everyone’s personalities and the dynamics of my family. At first glance, you may think the image is a waste because no one is looking and cheesing at the camera, but for me, it’s a treasure. It’s a moment in time captured and one that I will look back on for years to come with a smile–an imperfect situation, perfectly depicting my imperfect family.
Happy Easter!
Peace, Love, Joy & Abunandance
These are beautiful! You can feel the emotion, so incredible. You’re amazing, girl!
BEAUTIFUL! Great job Jo! Sophia is gorgeous!
these are fantastic, moving, emotional and I love them!