Sparklers and Mommy Goggles {Tri-Cities, TN Portrait Photographer}

There's a little thing called Mommy Goggles - haven't heard of them?  Let me enlighten you:  They are an invisible, magical pair of glasses (or goggles) that moms **usually** have on when they look at their children.  When looking at an image of their child, these special glasses blur out every single thing in an image besides their child's sweet, little face - even green goo coming out noses.  I told you they were magical!!  And that's all they see.  Perfection.   

If you read this blog very often, you already know that a constant and forever goal of mine is to take more "imperfect" and everyday images of my children.  Being a photographer, I sometimes find it hard to document the every day stuff because of my "Photog Goggles"...  I look and see that the moment doesn't have perfect lighting, perfect outfits (or even any clothes at all sometimes!!), ​perfect location, etc.  But I'm training myself to take my Photog Goggles OFF and slide those Mommy Goggles ON - and love what I see when I do.   

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I snapped these a couple weeks ago when we were outside playing with the kiddos and cleaning out the garage (a never-ending task... just like laundry).  My hubby found a bag of sparklers from last summer, so we had a spur-of-the-moment sparkler fest!!​

Spring Mini Sessions 2013 {Tri-Cities TN Portrait Photographer}

Spring Mini Sessions are back!!  We had a blast last year {you can check out the sneak peek HERE} and can't wait to do them again!!  I'm excited to be doing Spring Mini Sessions at the beautiful Milligan College campus this year!  They will be tons of fun, of course - what else would you expect from BDP?  If you've never attended one of my mini sessions, here's a few things to expect:  I always have a few little activities to keep kiddos occupied while Mom or Dad are filling out paperwork and waiting their turn.  There will also be lots of gorgeous product samples to check out.  This is an awesome opportunity to get a quick updated portrait for the wall while everything is finally green again and the weather is nice.  It's also a perfect chance to try out the Brandilyn Davidson Photography experience if you haven't yet.  Or maybe you've never even had any custom photography experience before, or maybe you're looking for a new photog to call your own... whatever your story - I hope to see you there!!

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TO BOOK YOUR MINI SESSION:  Contact me via email - bdprophotography@gmail.com or give me a ring at 423-483-0262 - be sure to let me know your top three preferred times!

MINI SESSION REFERRALS:  Tell your friends about Spring Mini Sessions and get rewarded!  For EACH friend who also books a mini session, you will receive not one, but TWO FREE gift prints (an $80 value!!).  And there's no limit - so get talking and rack up those free prints!!  Make sure to have your friends tell me you sent them!  **For Spring Mini Session clients only**

Here are the details - you have TWO packages to choose from: 

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Saturday April 27th {9:00 am - 5:30 pm}

-  session times are scheduled in 1/2 hr. increments  -

BASIC MINI - $175

20 minute session

7-10 gorgeous images in a private online gallery

5 - 5x7 prints

CLASSIC MINI - $475

20 minute session

7-10 gorgeous images in a private online gallery

5 - 5x7 prints

PLUS

ALL of your gallery images on disk (complete with print release)

20% off all additional purchases

**  up to 5 people per mini session time slot (additional person or pet, $20 each)  -   session fee is due at booking to reserve your time slot.  No refunds or re-takes will be given  **

Source: http://brandilyndavidsonphotography.com

Callie's Smash the Cake 1st Birthday Session {Tri-Cities Photographer}

I could honestly take pictures of this sweet girl every single day.  I even asked her if I could and she nodded her head "yes", so we'll see where that takes us.  I love her squishy cheeks, beautiful big eyes and adorable little features.  Callie is just a tad younger than my baby boy, but oh my is she more advanced than he is!!  Walking, talking, communicating...  She is going places!!  I met Callie and her parents a few months ago at my Fall Mini Sessions and have been looking forward to this session since we first talked about it then.  Her mama brought the most awesome and creative board to the session - a board of Callie's "favorites" - such an awesome idea!!!  I can't say this enough - I LOVE when my clients bring their own ideas and creativity into their sessions.  It really makes it their own.  LOVE!!!  I could go on and on about how much I love this family and this adorable girl, but I'll get to the good part... the pictures!!  Enjoy!

***   25 COMMENTS AND THIS FAMILY GETS A FREE GIFT PRINT (A $40 VALUE!!!)   *** 

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Source: http://brandilyndavidsonphotography.com

Hayworth Family - sneak peek {Kingsport TN Family Photographer}

This family was so easy to work with!!  I love shooting in downtown Kingsport - especially with families.  We stay on the move so no one gets bored and there is a plethora of awesome backgrounds all around!!  We had lots of fun, laughs and silly moments.  I could've hung out with this group all evening, but I don't know if the boys would have liked that as much as I would... haha!  They were so cooperative and well behaved.  Mom and Dad have obviously done a great job raising them.  We're trying to get their pictures done extra fast so they have holiday cards to send out, so this sneak peek is a bit on the short side.  Enjoy and thanks again for a wonderful evening Hayworth family!!

***   25 COMMENTS AND THIS FAMILY GETS A FREE GIFT PRINT ($40 VALUE!!!)   ***

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Addison is 6 Months! {Johnson City, TN Children Photographer}

I love this little snuggle bug!!  I absolutely adore watching all my babies grow...  Here is Miss Addie's newborn session {CLICK HERE} - she's grown so much in only a few months!  We didn't get too many big smiles out of her, but I have a feeling we will at her birthday session!!  Enjoy this sneak peek of this sweet little girl!!

***  25 COMMENTS AND THIS FAMILY WILL RECEIVE A FREE GIFT PRINT ($40)!!   ***

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Harrison Family - sneak peek {Johnson City TN Family Photographer}

Oh wow - this was a workout!!!  I know that any innocent bystanders (and probably Mom and Dad too) who saw me taking pictures thought I was a crazy person.  Jumping up and down and singing every nursery rhyme I could think of to get these two adorable 12 month olds to look at me at the same time!!!! haha!  We had a lot of fun!  Mom and Dad are super laid back and so sweet with their babies.  I can't imagine having twins... They get major points in my book!  I think Mom was worried that we didn't get a single shot worth framing, so hopefully this will ease your fears Melanie!!  Thanks for a great morning - enjoy your sneak peek!

***   25 COMMENTS AND THIS FAMILY RECEIVES A FREE GIFT PRINT ($40 VALUE!!)   ***

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Source: http://www.brandilyndavidsonphotography.co...

Brayden at six months - sneak peek {Tri-Cities TN Photographer}

This was such a fun session...  Brayden has come a long way since his newborn session (hehe).  I just have to joke because we had such a hard time when he was tiny!!  Let's just say he really gave us run for our money!!  He was great for his six month session, just a little on the serious side.  I love serious pics though, especially when it's an adorable baby with the sweetest little lips ever!  I haven't officially released the info on my BDP Baby Plan, but Brayden is one of my firsts!  I absolutely love watching all my babies grow!!  It flies by much too quickly...  Enjoy this sneak peek of this awesome families session!  

***  25 COMMENTS AND THIS FAMILY RECEIVES A FREE GIFT PRINT ($40 VALUE!!)  ***

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Bartholomew's sneak peek {Kingsport TN Photographer}

This adorable couple has been an "item" for 12 years now!!  They are celebrating their 6th wedding anniversary today (if I remember correctly)!!  I love doing couples sessions - I don't think people do them enough!  They also recently bought a new house and thought it would be fun to get a few shots in front of it - with their babies of course - we can't leave them out!  The light was heavenly in downtown Jonesborough that evening...  I couldn't get enough of it!!  I hope you enjoy this sneak peek of Eric and Kecia's session - Happy Anniversary you two!!

***   25 COMMENTS AND THESE LOVE BIRDS WILL GET A FREE GIFT PRINT ($40 VALUE!!)   ***

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Hurley Family - sneak peek {Kingsport, TN Family Photographer}

I had so much fun with this family!!!  I love working with kids... it helps that I have sons of my own, so I'm down with boy talk (aka: trains, trucks and airplanes).  We even got to watch a real train move along the tracks in front of us!!  Mr. Grayson made me work for those smiles, but I love a challenge =)  And big brother Cole should seriously look into modeling - am I right?  A beautiful, sweet family for sure!!  Thanks for a fun night guys - enjoy your sneak peek!

***   25 COMMENTS AND THIS FAMILY GETS A FREE GIFT PRINT (A $40 VALUE!!)   *** 


Cassi & Luke - sneak peek {Kingsport TN Family Photographer}

I've been in downtown Jonesborough a lot lately!!  If you can even believe this - I forgot my bug spray again last night!!!  Grrrr....  Poor Cassi got eaten alive when she had her cheer uniform on.  I felt terrible!!  You may recognize her face (and awesome athletic abilities) from a few of the sessions {HERE} {HERE} and {HERE} I've done for Revolution Dance and Gymnastics.  Her mom is one of the owners.  And the handsome guy sitting next to her is her twin brother!  They were so easy to work with - I love that they brought their football and cheer uniforms with them.  Does it get any cuter?? 

I better stop writing now because I know their Mom is sitting by her phone waiting for these to be posted...  I wish people would get more excited about pictures.  =)  Kidding!!  Thanks for a fun night guys, you have a wonderful family - enjoy the sneak peek!

***  25 COMMENTS AND THIS FAMILY GETS A FREE GIFT PRINT ($40 VALUE!)  ***