Amy Rademaekers Photography: Blog https://amyrademaekersphotography.zenfolio.com/blog en-us (C) Amy Rademaekers Photography (Amy Rademaekers Photography) Mon, 16 Mar 2020 06:42:00 GMT Mon, 16 Mar 2020 06:42:00 GMT https://amyrademaekersphotography.zenfolio.com/img/s/v-12/u648720320-o366218366-50.jpg Amy Rademaekers Photography: Blog https://amyrademaekersphotography.zenfolio.com/blog 120 80 Fairytale Babysitter Engagement Party https://amyrademaekersphotography.zenfolio.com/blog/2014/9/fairytale-babysitter A responsible, loving, and mature babysitter can be a tremendous asset to a young family of two very busy, full-time working parents. Last weekend, generous friends of mine, Michael and Kimberly Holmes, hosted a warm and romantic engagement celebration for their kids' longtime cherished babysitter. The evening reminded me of a fairytale, because it began the story of a beautiful girl (the babysitter) who had met her prince charming.  Italian was the theme for the evening, and before I walked in the front door with my camera, I could smell the scheming ways of the Italian herbs and garlic.  Inside, a beautiful buffet-style serving counter was set up for the guests; the main courses were artfully labeled by Kimberly's daughter, Presley (8); while Carter (6), Presley's brother, was on call with his fancy handheld parmesan cheese grater, just like the kind they use at the Olive Garden.  Tapered candles were lit atop wine bottles, while authentic Italian music played amidst the smell of the delicious cuisine, and before the eating commenced, a thoughtful prayer was lead by the host, Michael. The engaged couple were so charming together, and I don't just mean their appearances, but their attitude and love towards one another, and kindness to the hosts, party guests, family members, and photographer!  They were more than patient with me when I asked (made) them stand in one spot for a long time, or look in a certain direction. Throughout the evening, I wanted to capture a specific style and composition, one that would truly tell the story and tone of the night where these two embraced their guest of honor statuses with dignity and gratitude.  I have a feeling this couple will lead an incredibly 'happily ever after' life.  

The Holmes family with their babysitter, Allison...

Carter was very glad to see Allison...

Sweet! (the tea)

"How do you use this?"

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Michael and Allison with Allison's family...

Sisters...

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These two know how to host a party...

...just a quiet moment together.

Michael and Allison with Michael's family...

Allison with Presley and Carter...

 

The ring...

 

Allison and some of her bridesmaids

Allison got to use the Holmes family 'It's your special day' plate...

Carter

Presley

The chefs...Kimberly and her mother, Connie 

]]> (Amy Rademaekers Photography) https://amyrademaekersphotography.zenfolio.com/blog/2014/9/fairytale-babysitter Tue, 30 Sep 2014 19:03:38 GMT Emma and Izzy https://amyrademaekersphotography.zenfolio.com/blog/2012/8/emma-and-izzy The mother of these two cuties, born just 10 months apart, felt like she needed to apologize when she arrived at the photo shoot, because she thought  the girls  wouldn't feel like cooperating, smiling, or sitting still.  They had been at the pool all day, accidentally got sunburned and were sooo tired!  But because these little ones are such tremendous troopers, I was able to get some good ones after all.   Emma and Izzy are so adorable, funny and fun to work with.  And the greatest part about these two is that they are best friends!  When one of them gets an icky blister from wearing new shoes, the other one feels it too...

 

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