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mike and marie :: engagement shoot :: freya photography

I got a call last week from a Mike Garrard. I almost didn't take the call because it was a foreign number, and I thought for sure it was some kind of mistake. But I picked up, and boy was I glad I did. It was Mike, from the UK, asking if I could shoot an engagement session for him and his fiance while they were in Maine for a few days. I was honored that he asked me and so very excited for the shoot!

So we met in the rain, in Portland, on Sunday afternoon. We walked around the city, finding little nooks and using some of the awesome locations I found during my last Portland shoot. I came away with some great shots. The rain soaked my camera, and I gave up the idea of switching lenses, and stuck with just one the whole time :: my 30mm 1.4f.

After the shoot, we warmed up with some good conversation and hot chocolate. Mike was voted Britian's #1 wedding photographer of 2009, teaches classes, regularly contributes to bridal magazines, and has been shooting for 7 years. He was so humble and so full of knowledge. It was such a pleasure chatting photography with him. Marie was so sweet putting up with our photo chat!

Here's a glimpse of the shoot. Aren't they amazing together? Marie was such a super awesome model (she is so beautiful!), and Mike did an amazing job on the other side of the camera! Thanks you two...it was such a pleasure. I hope we hook up again in the near future!!

Check out Mike's website here.

Cheers!

They are getting married on Decemeber (12),

10th, 2010.

(Reflection in the window of a theater...)

a rockin' family

oh my. i can't say enough about these guys. they were the best! so much fun. hey guys...can i do this again? (and then again and again and again?!)

seriously! i couldn't have styled them better myself. they were a dream and the cutest family ever.

the light, the location, the people, the ducks (!!), and those street lamps just made the night unforgettable.

enjoy the preview!...

The Perce Family :: Maine family portrait photographer :: freya photography

What can I say about the Perce family? They rock. They're full of giggles and silly faces and good food and fun. I learned just how handy trucks can be (seriously...an entire BBQ, potted mums and all, can fit in the back!) and how yummy burgers smell out in the open air. We met at one of my favorite locations, and one of the locations for my family photo shoot promo this October. There is a super cute children's garden, where these three spent what seemed like hours picking things for dinner.

And for all those with more than one child, photographing multiple kids in a family can be a wee bit tricky. But you have to go with the flow. Don't expect smiles from everyone all at the same time. It just doesn't happen, especially when you're shying away from the traditional posed shots. But here's what I love...years from now when you look back on your family photos and see silly faces galore, a hat pulled over somebody's head, or a burger face, you'll remember your children for exactly who they were and be so thankful for photos that capture their very essence.

So, without further ado, here's the Perce family! Enjoy!!

So I say...let kids be kids! I love all the crazy expressions and the pure joy of just being little. It rocks!

Freya Photography :: First Annual Free Family Photo Shoot!

Hey everyone! I'm just popping in here to announce my first annual free family photo shoot just in time for the holidays! Yay! I'm so excited about this.

Fall in Maine is beautiful, and I'm offering shoots at two separate locations in October: one in southern Maine and one a little closer to home. These photos can be made into holiday cards, mini books, prints for family and friends, etc. It will be fantastic!!! I'm only accepting 10 families, so jump on this while you can! Woohoo!

If you're interested, e-mail erin@freyaphotography.com

I hope to see you there!

The Sexauer Family :: Maine Family Portrait Photographer :: freya photography

Oh my gosh. Words can not describe this absolutely adorable family. Seriously. The little one had me in giggles the whole time. Her cuteness was too much to bear! She is a mere 18 months, but had an amazing vocabulary (I will forever remember, "Seeeegaahhls!") and the most spectacular personality. The whole family was just the laid back, go with the flow, have lots of fun kinda gang...and that ROCKS!

They are not from Maine, but stay in a summer home for a couple of weeks each summer nearby. I was honored they chose me as their photographer. We chose scenery that is both beautiful and also depicts Maine. So Pemaquid it was!

So guys...I hope you enjoy your previews!! It was a pleasure. I really, really hope we can do it again!

And somebody really liked my cameras and bags. She tried so hard to get my second camera. What a cutie! At one point she did make it to my bag and was so pleased with herself...

Faith Senior Portrait Shoot :: Maine Portrait Photographer

Oh my. Faith. What can I say about her? She was gorgeous, amazing, the cutest thing ever, fashionable, awesome, sweet, and super good with the camera. Her mama (of Salt and Chocolate) said they were going to be in Maine for 6 days and asked me if I would be interested in a senior photo shoot for Faith. Um, YES! As soon as they got out of the car, I knew it was going to be a fun night. Faith and her mama (Mary Beth) were the cutest things ever. I had a blast photographing Faith and even got Mary Beth to join in on the fun too!

We first went to a favorite walk of mine, taking them through the Maine woods (they're from southern Cal, so this was new to them!) and then later ended up in a gorgeous field at sunset. It couldn't have been a more perfect night. And the photographs I captured? Amazing. I am in awe of Faith's beauty, her poise, and her energy. She is awesome.

Thanks you two lovely ladies. It was a pleasure to meet you both. You are two beautiful souls. xoxo

Picking Berries :: Maine Potrait Photographer

Oh, this family. I adored them so much. Four kids, two awesome parents, their aunt (who happens to be one of my best friends!), a dozen chickens, fields of blueberries and grape vines, and the greenest grass I've ever seen. It made for one awesome night and one awesome photo shoot.

You guys rock! Thank you so much for the lovely evening!!! Enjoy!

A Trip to Maine

This sweet family spent a week in Maine after leaving their home state of Tennessee. I was so honored to be their chosen photographer and had a great time capturing their spirit and the beauty of the coast of Maine. And the girls...oh the girls. They were such a riot! Kids are great little models and I so enjoyed getting to know these ones. I drove up to where they were staying and the two eldest were in the driveway playing. They came over, stuck their heads in my car window and said, "Are you the picture taker?" I replied with, "Yup! I am!" And they giggled and said, "Cool!" Then later they thanked me for taking their pictures. So sweet.

So here's a peek at this gorgeous family! Thank you so much for letting me photograph you guys. Enjoy!

The Huntington Family

Such a sweet family. It was their 25th anniversary and they gave themselves the present of a family photo shoot. I didn't apply any tints to these photos as I usual do, but did some extensive editing with colors, curves, levels, etc. to give them a vibrant, clean look. It was a beautiful night...the sun was low in the sky and peeking through the woods letting me catch some flares and golden light. I just love how they came out! Enjoy...