Humane Society Charlotte Kids and Pets Portrait Photography Benefit
January 24, 2012
This is something that I have been wanting to do for eons and finally FINALLY am getting around to it!
I have teamed up with Anders Ruff to run a special portrait event that will be held at my studio on February 4th between the hours of 9 and 6. We are creating some super cute Valentine’s themed sets where I will be photographing your pets and children and all of the proceeds will be going to Humane Society Charlotte’s Have a Heart Medical Fund. Read more about it here. Pretty worthy cause, huh? In case you didn’t feel like clicking the link, it is a medical fund that helps sick or injured rescues in need of rehabilitation to get the medical treatment that they need, so that they may go on to be adopted.
Here are the Deets:
When: Feb 4th between 9AM and 6PM
What: 10 minute Valentine’s Day themed portrait sessions with Becca Bond Photography, you will be able to choose your favorite 5 high-resolution images and take them home on a disk with a print release. You will also receive a special coupon to have your very favorite image put into an exclusive Valentine’s Day template from Anders Ruff, so that you can get as many printed as you want!
The sessions are for pets and children. Your pets will be pampered and fluffed before they go on camera, and given a very special treat created by Firefly Confections. Kids will be encouraged to interact with their pets, and given treats too 
There can be up to three subjects per time slot. If you have more than three, please choose 2 consecutive time spots.
Where: 1423 E 7th Ave in the Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte
How much: $75, all of which will be donated to the Have a Heart fund. So you are doing something great for our furry friends while getting a fantastic photo opportunity!
Sounds fantastic! How do I sign up???
Go here and enter your name, address and phone number in the time slot that you’d like to ideally have. There is a $25 deposit required to hold your spot which is payable within 24 hours of receiving your invoice.
If you have questions, you can email me!
Can’t wait to see everyone and their sweet pets and kids!
Fun family photo session from my studio
January 18, 2012
Woo hoo! This is the first time I’m posting portraits taken at my brand-spankin’ new studio in the Elizabeth neighborhood of Charlotte. I actually shot a boatload of families there before the holidays, but never got around to blogging them. That whole Christmas thing came up and kept me pretty busy with my family.
Well… this little guy was a bundle of energy. I asked him to ride the tricycle down the sidewalk and set up my shot when–whoosh– he was halfway down the block and nearly out of sight. It was a ton of fun working with him and his exuberance. I broke a sweat or two while chasing after him, but I really got to act as crazy as I could be to keep him engaged, which actually worked and we got some amazing portraits! When it comes to photographing a firecracker like this, my style is unorthodox…. but effective. (to quote 70′s kung fu film: Enter the Dragon)
My heart melted after his big show of trike racin’ fun, he snuggled up with his mom and dad. What a sweetie. He kept us all laughing with his antics.
He absolutely loves dinosaurs which is great because I love them too and have lots of dino stuff in my studio. So, he got to read about dinos, stamp a picture of dinos, and roar like a dino.
And of course, near the end of our photo session, he got to do some bed jumping. I hope he slept well for mom and dad on the way home!
Thank you so much D family!! xx
Charlotte Newborn Baby Photography- A perfect bundle of love
December 7, 2011
As soon as I arrived at the R’s home, I felt such positive, warm and welcoming energy and I knew it was going to be a wonderful session. Baby A has such a presence to her, so much bigger than her tiny five pounds. Born several weeks early, she is the only newborn that I’ve ever met that actually smiles. I do not mean a pass gas smile, which are also adorable smiles. But when her cheek is stroked or kissed, she actually smiles a genuine smile. It’s a ‘thank you’ smile, or “I love you Mommy” smile. It is easy to see where she inherited her pleasant spirit from. Her mother could not be sweeter or more magnetic, and her father is so kind and gentle.
I got to meet baby A’s maternal grandmother as well, who told me stories about her own children and what they were like growing up. It was fun to hear everyone imagine what baby A would be like and what they hoped for her. I shared some stories of my own daughter and the trials and triumphs of parenting a four year old.
Thank you so very much for the opportunity to create these portraits of your family.
xo
Becca
Charlotte NC baby portrait photography-- the chubbiest cheeks ever
November 28, 2011
During our pre-consultation phone call, this Mama warned me that little miss B was a very serious little girl, she was not quick to smile, but very smart and observant. Nah, I told her, I can make ANY baby smile! Well, B sure did put me to the test on that one! She truly *was* a toughie. As I sang and danced and acted pretty much like a crazy lady overdosing on caffeine for her amusement, she studied me intently, with a furrowed brow, as if to say “what in the world are you doing?”. But whatever she lacked in smiles, she made up for in sheer adorableness. How could anyone resist the urge to pick her up and squeeze her? What a sweet baby, who loved saying ‘hi’ to anyone, no matter how far in the distance they were. And then she would study them, processing everything.
Well, we finally broke the studious stare and she went into fits of giggles as her mommy and daddy bounced her and played with her. She liked giving me high-fives and exploring the field with me chasing her, camera in hand.
I must say that after going through the pictures that were created, the resulting images reveal a very sweet and happy baby girl with a sparkle in her eyes and a family that loves her very, very much.
Thank you so much S family for having me work with you and your beautiful daughter. She could not have been more perfect!
xo
Becca
Sweet Thing- Charlotte children's and family professional portraits
November 20, 2011
I haven’t seen this cutie and her family for two years. She has grown up so much! I loved their family session two years ago, but this one is even better!
Little K and I became instant friends, despite her not remembering me (of course!) from our past photo session. She was such a joy to work with with an infectious giggle. I especially love all of her expressions…..such an adorable child to photograph! We chose to do a combination of urban shots in Fort Mill mixed with some more rural outdoor shots. Her mama had some amazing clothes picked out for her. Check out this skirt… how fun and colorful! I want one in MY size!!
K loved the lace crown that I had made, and ran around the field picking dandelions for her parents and me. Yes, for all of your Northern folks, we STILL have dandelions blooming here in Charlotte
At the end of the session, just as the sun was beginning to sink, Miss K was pretty wiped out from all the frolicking, and sat down in my yellow chair and did the pose below all on her own. How lovely! I just love moments like these.
Thank you so much S family for the opportunity to work with K as she grows from a cute toddler to a sweet child!
xoxo
One Comment
I really love looking at your blog, Great work
that first images is fantastic!
Regards
James