Capturing memories and moments.... one day at a time

New Blog visit me There!

2009-12-10T19:53:00.006-05:00

Click on the above title or copy/paste this

http://monicareidphotography.com/blog
Come on over and let me know what you think!

Yup MORE Sneak Peaks coming up this week we have

2009-11-28T22:43:00.002-05:00

a Newborn, a Family, and an Engagement Session.
Sorry i've been a horrible blogger, I have my new blog and my goal for 2010 is to actually blog more for now just 3 sneaks!
Hope Everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving :O)

My kids remind me to Pray Hard and Keep Climbing {{PERSONAL}}

2009-11-21T13:53:00.003-05:00

I love looking through snapshots and seeing my kids, it's true they know to Pray Hard and Keep climbing until you reach the top.
This reminds me you can't just wish for something you do have to pray about it AND keep on climbing up until you reach the top.
I LOVE YOU Jackson and Ella to the Moon and Back!

{{{10 Yep 10 SNEAK Peaks coming Soon!!!}}}

2009-11-17T11:40:00.003-05:00

This is some of what we have done in the past 2 weeks. Soon the full sessions FULLY edited will be up these are just teasers NOT fully edited or ready to go but I know everyone wanted to see at least one. Remember these are not fully color corrected nor fully edited correctly. JUST Sneaks ;)

Next up these 10, Ella and Jackson's Parties, Bridals, Engagement Sessions and TWO weddings!! OH and 2 newborns.. :O)

OK here we go!! OH yeah alsoI normally post my FAVORITES BUT these really are just random ones I grabbed out of files so these aren't even so called favs so I hope you like them but I hope you LOVE what is to come. :O)
I like being a Teaser ;)

Just a FUNNY one, Kelly I PROMISE we got loads of great ones!

Amy, we got lots I love!

Chrissy and Jason's DOLLBABY

Freedom Park Family Sessions

loved this family!

Baby Ben is One!

I DIE over her eyes!

I HOPE to have ALL of these done by Friday! that is my goal but less than 2 weeks if that doesn't happen!

{{{ Personal }}} Snapshots and Goodbye Marley :(

2009-11-17T11:04:00.002-05:00

Well so much for blogging daily or even a few times a week i've been SLAMMED!!!
But I wanted to share some snaps of MY family and things going on with us.
For right now we have 2 more weddings and a few more portrait sessions to end 2009 and WOW what an AMAZING year it has been.

It's almost Thanksgiving and I have SO much to be Thankful for. My list is WAY to long but I'll condense one really fast.

God has blessed us way more than I deserve. My family is AWESOME!! My Friends are AWESOME!! My clients are AWESOME!!

I'm SO thankful for my family being happy and healthy, always having what we need and mostly what we want, a neverending support system for our business, I could go on and on but I really am thankful for EVERYTHING and EVERYONE in my life!

On a sad note, we found Marley (our cockapoo) a new family ironically their names are also Brent&Monica. This was a hard decision especially for Brent but we did it for Marley with our crazy schedules she didn't get the attention she and EVERY dog deserves. She is doing GREAT with them and they are just two awesome people. They keep us updated, we still get to see her photos and we are able to visit her if we want, right now I think it's too soon but one day after she is all the way adjusted I would want to see her.
I'm going to share some photos of Marleys' last week with us.
There were lots of tears, mostly from Brent&I.

Then finally sharing some snapshots from Halloween and random snaps of the kids.

Lots more to come like Ella's 3rd Birthday!

it takes a real man who is selfless and who loved this dog SO much enough to know
he was doing this for her no matter how hard it hurt and still hurts him, I love you Brent and i'm so proud of you!

Pumpkin Carving Time!!

Meet Star Wars the Clone Wars Commander Cody and Wonder Woman!

Lake Lure Oyster and Marshmellow Roast

Megan Class of 2010 {{ Senior Photography Lenior, Hickory, Granite Falls, NC}}

2009-11-16T21:17:00.003-05:00

OK Senior shoots are a blast! The girls/guys are fun and fabulous. Megan was so sweet and has the best smile ever I don't think the girl has a bad 'look'. She was Awesome to work with and I wish her the very best in life.

Stephanie&Josh ENGAGED! Biltmore Monica Reid Photography wedding photographer Hickory Charlotte, NC

2009-10-29T12:33:00.002-04:00

Stephanie and Josh are the sweetest couple! We shot their Engagement shoot @ the Biltmore House in Asheville, NC. Even though it rained on us most of the day they were troopers! I can NOT wait for their December wedding.
I adore working with them.

Jamie's Bridals @ the Duke Mansion in Charlotte Monica Reid Photography Wedding Photographer Hickory Charlotte, NC

2009-10-29T11:26:00.002-04:00

Jamie was married this past Saturday so I can now Post her Bridals! She was a STUNNING Bride and the wedding which i'm working on is AMAZING!!!

I LOVE this bathroom!

Newborn {{{S}} Big Sis {{EK}} Monica Reid Photography wedding and newborn photography Hickory Charlotte NC

2009-10-26T20:45:00.003-04:00

Are you ready for some "I DIE, GO BANANA'S" ADORABLENESS???!!! is that a word? if not it IS now!

ok so doesn't he look like a doll on a toy shelf???!!! HE is plain out Gorgeous!

Bring in big Sister EK who is quite the little model!

Sneak Peek {{{Families}}} Monica Reid Photography Hickory Charlotte Wedding Photography

2009-10-26T20:21:00.003-04:00

I'm SO behind shooting and getting out products that I haven't had time to blog so I want to do some sneak peeks

First up is the Terrific Trio!

Next up another AWESOME family and cutie pie 2 year old that was SO sweet!

Least but not last another family shoot, this little one looks made me melt as well.
all these CUTE KIDS!!!

{{{Allexx}}} Class of 2010 SENIOR REPRESENATIVE

2009-10-22T15:56:00.002-04:00

OK so last post of the day til tomorrow ;)

Meet Allexx she's our Fresh Face Senior Rep! I ADORE HS Seniors, they are FUN and it's FASHION Forward!

Can't leave out her boyfriend Chad! I'll post more of them later :)

OUR Pictures from Cheyenne Schultz Photography!

2009-10-22T15:36:00.003-04:00

It was so weird being on the other side of the camera but we had lots of fun and Cheyenne is so great!

here is the link to my top favs I can't put them all here but you are welcome to look
HERE

http://www.flickr.com/photos/monicareid/sets/72157622615556032/?photo_deleted=4020201960

you HAVE to look at the link just to see all of these!!!
and YES I would DYING inside!

Thanks again Cheyenne and we still have to do dinner with you and Geoff!

{{{ Mallory&Joey}}}} ENGAGED!

2009-10-22T13:07:00.004-04:00

Ok I LOVE LOVE LOVE this couple! Super sweet hanging out with them hardly felt like work, Mallory has a contagious laugh and we both loved spending our Saturday with these two! Pretty, photogentic, awesome personalities and overall SWEET SWEET people make MY job SO easy!
I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL THEIR SPRING WEDDING!!!

YOU CAN FEEL THEIR LOVE!!

UMM SHE TRIED TO TELL ME SHE WAS NOT PHOTOGENTIC UMMM I BEG TO DIFFER SHE IS NOT ONLY GORGEOUS BUT SHE IS VERY PHOTOGENTIC!

Joey is a cutie too!

Seriously GORGEOUS!!!!!!!

I DIE Over the light and them!

Mallory and Joey Y'all are a pure joy to work with and I can't wait to spend more time with you!!!
Hugs and Love!

{{[ Marty&Stacey}} Married!

2009-10-22T12:48:00.002-04:00

Sorry i'm SO behind on blogging that was one of my goals then I had major computer issues, the swine flu and bookings and reschedules like CRAZY! So i'm back and ready to go!

Stacey and Marty's wedding was GORGEOUS and the cool thing about their wedding is they got married on Marty's Parents Anniversary at the SAME Church and the SAME time, how neat is that??!!

Want to share some here of their day! i'll do the detail shots in a later post.

I love how excited Stacey's grandmother was as Stacey was coming down the aisle she got up to hug her and Marty.

adorable? YES!

it was raining and look terrible but it didn't last long and look how GORGEOUS the skies were on for these two

I DIE over this little adorable girl!

Look that is PURE JOY on his face to dance with his baby girl!

Happy Anniversary Mr&Mrs Hayes!!!

More coming but THIS had my CRYING!!!

Congratulations Marty and Stacey I wish you a lifetime of love and happiness!

Images For a CURE! Our Photography Special OCT 10th!

2009-09-12T11:25:00.004-04:00

"We are daughters, sisters, husbands and fathers. We are roommates, best friends and soul mates. We are photographers with a passion for giving back. On October 11, 2009, we will unite our talents to contribute one day of session fees in support of breast cancer research. 100% of all session fees collected on this date will be donated to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®. We are hopeful, that with your support we will find a cure in our lifetime."

CLICK ON LINK HERE!
Images For A Cure

STEP ONE contact me for a SESSION for SUNDAY OCT the 11th i'm donating 4 sessions this day!
monicareid@charter.net OR to pick me or another photo click find a photographer then click on NC and choose me or another.

STEP TWO
Here is where you pay (DONATE)
Sign up HERE

So for one day, October 10, I will be donating 100% of session fees to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®.

Details:

4 Sessions Each session will last 1 hour.

$125session fee (100% of this fee is donated)
location of your choice Hickory/Lenoir Area.
Online Gallery viewing AND a PROOF CD is included.

SPECIAL!!
*You can purchase a cd with your images and printing release for $200.00 (Discounted RATE for this ONE DAY ONLY!

PLEASE tell ALL of your friends about this no matter WHAT state they live in, Images for a cure OR I can find you a qualified Photographer in ANY STATE!

So everyone is doing it ;) GOALS GOALS GOALS! and a Photo of Brent and I!

2009-09-06T18:36:00.019-04:00

So im SO addicted to LISTS I need them to function ask Brent I write EVERYTHING down then I make a MAIN list from all my little LISTS, it's crazy I know but gotta have them, what better way to get them done then to list them for the whole world to see. I was reading Nancy's Blog how she blogged every day and was like wow awesome IDEA! Plus I LOVE how personal Caroline , Scarlette , Candace Lanning and now Cheyenne Schultz everyone who knows me KNOWS I can talk and NEVER shut up ;) so i'm going to do it here.

GOALS Personal and Business would LOVE INPUT and I always read and love your comments!

{{{{ PERSONAL GOALS }}}}}}
BLOG more often NOT just when I have a session, comment MORE on other blogs instead of just reading them and I sure do read enough! ;)

Pay It Forward when I can!

Shop LESS, SAVE MORE ( quit laughing those who KNOW me)

Don't GIVE in too easily charge what I am worth and don't CAVE!

Read nightly to kids and a bible story too!

Read MY Bible, or Sunday School book, chuch book something at least once a day!

Pray More! not just when I want something or need something, SO guilty of this!

Hire a Photog yearly for MY FAMILY!

Hurry and book our family Christmas Session with the AMAZING Caroline Ghetes
Take MORE pics of kids

Actually ORDER pics of kids (shame Shame on me)

Fill my walls with photos of MY FAMILY

Spend more Quality time with family.

Call my friends more!

Remember to breathe and WHY I'm doing this and Where I want to be.

Try NOT to let my 9-5 job drive me too crazy ;)

Go to bed before 2 am EDIT and don't get sucked into blogs and Twitter and facebook

but I DO Love me some Twitter follow me i'm monicareidphoto
and facebook request to be my friend :O)

Oh and before I forget check out my friend Cathy Yount site she rocks and has helped me out when I NEEDED a studio on the fly!

{{{{ Photography Goals }}}}}

Have done I can check these off YAY go me!
LLC.......... CHECK waiting for that number!
join PPA .......... Check
Join WPPI............Check
register for wppi roadshow ............ check going with my friend and local photog
Joy Davis
I've done tons more and now I don't have the LISTS In front of my face to see :O

{{{Photography Goals now to whenever }}}

Reschedule the 4 Shoots cancelled this weekend and upcoming week Thanks Flu! ;0)

Give out FIVE Business cards a day!

work on Mini Christmas Sessions DATES and Sessions Information Packets

BOOK 25 weddings for 2010!

Drop Pictage like a bad dream looking at HOW much money they have taken from me just this year makes me want to CRY!
I DO like the CS and Album Design but REALLY talk about the HUGE cut they take AFTER I already pay them 100 dollars a month, NO MORE!

SOOOOOOOO who do I want first thought Zenfolio but don't think they look too professional???

SO do I go with
PickPic or RedCart
LOOKING FOR LOTS OF input here

Buy Prophotoblog2 (i'm VERY excited Blogspot can be imported)
HELLO LARGER PHOTOS ON BLOG!!!

Buy Showit and Proshow Gold so can do Slideshows via web and to burn on DVDS
(VERY EXCITED about this!)

Buy a decent printer for Marketing info, ours has officially died, Thanks Ella ;)

Redo Pricing and Contracts for 2010

Finish up my Marketing and Packaging also work with Heath to tweak up the Marketing!

One question here for DVD/CDFOLIOS LOVE LOVE LOVE the Cypress ones they make me drool but OUCH on even my cost any other suggestions?

what about Jewelbox? yeah nay maybe??

Find one more album vendor

Zookbinders LOVE and now leaving pictage will loose willowbook modern really want to try KISS( drooling over those little kisses, Fiano (heard only RAVES) COUTURE book, La-vie suggestions?????? i'll take them!

GraphiStudios I have tried them out NOT happy with quality!

Decide do I want to outsource Album Design or invest in Software (since see above leaving pictage)
WHAT album design software to buy since i'm dropping pictage taking suggestions
Any other than Adobe INDESIGN? There are like 10 and mixed reviews on all.

Really I want to be able to buy templates and drop them easy peasy ;)
where is that EASY button!?!

EDUCATE the IMPORTANCE to my brides about Wedding Planners and Hair/Makeup Stylist

Kymm Rocks the makeup/hair

Event Planners PLEASE allow this in your budget you WILL thank me for this!!

Kristin Vining Company

Alyse Woodward

Laura Massie

I KNOW there is more if you come to the HICKORY Area Holla at me!
i'll happily add you here.

Read the book I just bought Fast Track Photographer: The Definitive New Approach to Successful Wedding Photography

Taking Suggestions for more PHOTOGRAPHY Business books!!

LOVE this! read this
http://www.sageweddingpros.com

give out at FIVE business cards daily

{{{2010 maybe before then but by then GOALS and to Do's}}}}

NETWORK NETWORK NETWORK

Where to Advertise??

Will still do WeddingWire and mycharlotte wedding maybe more???
http://www.mycharlottewedding.com/

Not sure what else yet... taking SUGGESTIONS :O) :O) :)

LOVE AFFAIR WORKSHOP been in my dreams for 2 years next year going to make it happen!!!

WPPI Vegas Convention GOING!

hopefully meet

Scarlette Lillian

Jasmine Star

Just to mention 2 of the HUNDREDS I'd Love to meet!

2nd shoot a wedding or weddings with people I'd Admire WAY too many to name

Hang out with more Photogs Local and Charlotte and Asheville just for FUN not just shop talk.

NETWORK MORE with local venders do you EXIST here in Hickory???!!!!
for now it's Charlotte or Asheville!

Pay off Debt and go FULL time (well I basically am FULL Time but QUIT 9-5)

Bless your heart if you made it this far here is a Sneak Peak from the Session Cheyenne Schultz shot of us, she ROCKS!!!!
I am DYING to see the rest NOW I know how MY clients feel hee hee!!!

Thanks again Cheyenne!

{{Janice+Nic=Married}}}

2009-08-29T12:06:00.003-04:00

Nic is like family and after working with these two I just fell in love with Janice too! The day started @ the Thistle House Bed and Breakfast. It was HOT but well worth the heat. Everything went very smoothly and I loved how excited Nic looked and how relaxed Janice was all day.
I wish you guys a LIFETIME of happiness! Love you both!
XoXo

"Huck" their baby is wondering what is going on how cute is this fur baby?

She changes to the dress HER mom were on HER wedding that she acutally made herself and this is ONE HAPPY BRIDE!!!!

Candace&Adam are Married Trash the Dress FARM STYLE

2009-08-28T21:51:00.002-04:00

I can't say enough good stuff about this session Awesome couple, Gorgeous couple, Photogentic couple, Insanely great lighting, gorgeous land they live on, etc...
PLUS they were FUN!!
Thanks Candace&Adam!!

The HAPPIEST Baby in the World

2009-08-28T21:47:00.003-04:00

My Friends little boy is the HAPPIEST baby EVER!! Seriously ALWAYS smiling and he has the CUTEST Laugh.
I LOVE HIM!!

{{{NEWBORN Jackson the Miracle Baby}}}

2009-08-28T15:07:00.002-04:00

Little Jackson was READY for this world way early, Momma had to go on bed rest before we could even shoot the maternity shots she wanted, she was able to carry him for awhile longer but this little peanut is a 3 pounder miracle, he spent 4 weeks @ in NICU but you would NEVER know it the wild thing is his DUE date isn't until Sept 1st He is doing better than imaginable and ok he IS strong!!!
God surely did bless this family with the BIG FIGHTER.

Stacey&Marty got Married last Saturday so

2009-08-28T15:03:00.002-04:00

while i'm working on their wedding photos here are a few of Stacey's Bridals.
It was tons of fun working this wedding, the neatest story is they got married at the same time, same church and SAME date of Marty's Parents.

I should have your photos to you soon, i'm working on them :D

Bridals Galore 2 in one post i'm SO behind!

2009-08-28T13:52:00.003-04:00

The GORGEOUS Courtney Cash is up first in her gorgeous dress, Sweet Sweet Girl.
Unfortunately all stories don't have an happily ever after ending, I got the call that noone wants to hear the wedding has been called off, I was torn if I should post these or not but like I told Courtney this dress was SO her and she is so stunning in these it's not about HIM, it's about HER. So show these off, because YOU are GORGEOUS!

Here is the link to all of the photos on Pictage
http://www.pictage.com/client/event.do?event=653220

OK next up the STUNNING Felicia Clark now Bivens ;)
LOVEEEEEEEEEED working with Felicia we had tons of fun!

The rest of Felicia's are in Pictage

http://www.pictage.com/client/event.do?event=667397

Congrats Felicia and Chris hope we schedule that Trash The Dress session!!!

{{{Bunton&Harrington Wedding}}}

2009-08-28T13:40:00.005-04:00

I second shot for this wedding, Karla C had a bit of an emergency and needed a 2nd shooter so I was happy to help! (http://www.karlacphotography.blogspot.com)
Here are a few I did that day, Mark and Carla yes another Carla ;) had a gorgeous wedding @ the peakcock Inn in Newton, NC.

Nothing like a daddy seeing his baby girl in her wedding dress

I LOVE when the Bride Sneaks up on the Groom BEFORE the wedding!!!!!!

LOVE the Flower girls expression

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I LOVEEEEEEEEEE Candy Bars!!

Check back tonight i'm going to add a few more photos to this post that I like will be up by late night (my late night is 2am ;) )

Family Sessions Paxson Family and Ingle Family!

2009-08-28T13:07:00.002-04:00

I LOVE the Paxson's they are the best people and WONDERFUL Neighbors i'm So sad they are moving back to Ohio BUT since i'm so busy we normally just talk on FB anyway how sad is that??!!!

I Love you guys!!!

What a FUN family, the Ingles, 3 awesome kids and 2 awesome parents!!

LOTS Of UPDATES, Photography News and 11 YES 11 sessions

2009-08-27T09:19:00.002-04:00

COMING SOON, stay TUNED...............

Ok So thanks to the help of one of my longest dearest Friends who has is a lawyer, Brian Phillips, we are now in the process (waiting on paperpwork) Monica Reid Photography, LLC.

We are building on a Bridal Consultation room/Studio if needed very soon this month hopefully.

Shout out to Katie Downs for redoing my blog AGAIN ;)
Kathryn Downs Photography & Design
if you are in WISCONSIN and need a photog she IS your girl if you are anywhere and need a logo/graphic designer she ROCKS!!!

We are SO blessed and Grateful for our clients and the support from EVERYONE!!

Jackson started 2nd grade, HOW DID THAT happen??!!!

Here are some snapshots of the kids then i'll be blogging sessions.

we had the Reese Family Reunion at the 100 year old house
can you spy us?

can you tell Ella was SO happy to get her photo made and the sun must have been killing Jackson ;)

I personally like how Ella is almost cut out of the picture this is like a WHAT not do do in a photo ;)

me working a wedding with one of my longest dearest friends who was a bridesmaid

Brent always gets funny shots of me working normally of my backside!! :O

Tucker is always a chase ;)

off for the run

instead of where's waldo it's Where is Monica?

see what I mean rear side??

and YES I can RUN a wedding in 4"heels they are like my tennis shoes until it gets to 10+ hours then I break out the flats ;)

Me and My great friend Lori at another wedding I was working she was helping her mom who is a FANTASTIC Caterer.
www.dressingontheside.com

Now I gotta go find the crazy ones I take of Brent that will be the next personal post :D

Ok Mostly Ella Jackson wasn't in the mood as much this go around

no we do NOT beat her but look at those legs she falls down ALL the time running 100mph!

smirky!

sorry but I love her lil pout!

she just wants to RUN and Dance

she looks SO big and TALL! where did my LITTLE BABY go???????

did I forget to blog the snapshots from Disney??!!

ok here is a link of disney photos like a quarter of what I took really need to upload them all and edit and make a book for the kids TO DO TO DO TO DO!!!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/monicareid/sets/72157622167885420/

LOTS Of UPDATES, Photography News and 11 YES 11 sessions

2009-08-27T09:19:00.001-04:00

COMING SOON, stay TUNED...............

{{{Sircy's Trash The Dress Session }}}

2009-08-11T21:54:00.002-04:00

I ADORE this couple, we both joked it's going to be sad not to be able to work together again after all we've been through engagement session THE wedding and then this TTD session with her dress and her moms, you end up becoming friends. THAT and they work the camera like they are born MODELS!!
So we joked to find them some kids for some MORE photos which i'm trying ;)
Seriously I love you guys and can't wait to take FAMILY or Just Because sessions with y'all.

({{ Party of Three }})

2009-08-11T16:43:00.003-04:00

I've known April for a long time and was really excited when she wanted a shoot of her family, I LIVE for sessions like this so laid back fun they were just EASY to be around. HOW Cute is little "C"?!?!

Fun Vintage Processing

Mom and Dad are pretty cute too huh?

he's GORGEOUS!

Love April's Boots I LOVE wearing my boots with dresses!

LOVE this one this is what i'm ALL about VERY CANDID!

I'm willing to bet he'll LOVE bikes all his life runs in his family

and I did NOT say "say cheese" ;)

LOLLIPOPS, TUTUS & BALLOONS OH MY!

2009-08-11T16:34:00.002-04:00

Another AWESOME Family have to share a few sneaks from the session.
Sorry about the low resolution proof ones but you get the idea ;)

Oldest Big Protective brother

SWEET SWEET Older Brother

SNAPSHOTS OF MY KIDS NOT technically correct portraits just fun snaps!

2009-08-11T09:41:00.003-04:00

I always hesistate to post snapshots but I HAVE to share my kids too!
Just know these are NOT professional quality these are just SNAPSHOTS!!!

Jackson and Ella

One of my FAVORITE boys eyes will make you MELT

2009-07-22T13:48:00.002-04:00

I love {{T}} he still makes me RUN to get a shot of him so it's constant FAST moving!

some with Granny Bill

Laughing with or AT mom ;)

{{{ Gorgeous Family of four }}}

2009-07-22T13:40:00.002-04:00

Great Family Session started at their house then headed to Freedom Park. I love sessions like this!!
Thanks again T family!!

Jamie&James ENGAGED!!!

2009-07-22T13:16:00.003-04:00

What a SWEET SWEET couple who you can tell are so in love! Jamie went on a mission trip and when she flew back he was at the airport waiting on her WITH a ring down on one knee, How Romantic is that??!!
I can't wait until the Wedding!!

{{{ Janice&Nic }} Engagement Session

2009-07-22T12:59:00.002-04:00

What a FUN loving couple, I can't believe NIC is old enough to get married he is one of my best friends LITTLE Brother and he's all GROWN UP!!

Besided making me feel REALLY old i'm SO happy for NIC and Janice!

2009-07-17T12:54:00.002-04:00

Ok how pretty is she??!!!?? Seriously do I have the prettiest/cutest clients or What?!?!

Part 2 coming soon!(Tom, I will post some with No bows) ;)

2009-07-17T12:49:00.002-04:00

I love sessions like this wear the kids are just being kids and it's mostly all candid!
These boys are going to be little heartbreakers!
They kept me laughing!

I LOVE how he's looking at his brother

{{{ Party of 5 }}}}

2009-07-17T12:41:00.002-04:00

What A fun Session with a Awesome Family. We stayed later on just chatting it was great!
They sure do have 3 GORGEOUS kids THOSE EYES, WOW!

And she is DONE!!

LOOK at these GORGEOUS Sisters!!

2009-07-17T12:33:00.002-04:00

WOW tell me they aren't both the prettiest girls you have ever seen!!?!!!
Seriously both of them!!
They may not look like Sisters but they BOTH knew how to work it for the camera!
Love Em!

{{{ Gorgeous Family}}

2009-07-17T12:29:00.002-04:00

I can't believe Miss A is ONE! Its seems like just a few months ago I did the maternity shoots and her newborn photos.
Just a couple here We are reshooting OUTSIDE next Friday so I'll be happy with their photos, these remind me of Sears, backdrops for families are NOT my style ;)
SO the family has agreed to let me RESHOOT!
I can't WAIT because they are all WAY too pretty!

I'm SO excited for our reshoot!!!

Photos of MY kids while I take a editing break

2009-07-12T22:22:00.002-04:00

I'm editing photos right now, I have 5 sessions to do then a few sessions coming up so I wanted to share Ella and Jackson.

Hope everyone has a Wonderful Week!

{{ B&A Siblings A.D.O.R.A.B.L.E}}}

2009-07-11T23:10:00.002-04:00

I have the best job I get to photograph GORGEOUS kids like these, B is way too cute and lil A MELT, My friend Amy has been blessed with 2 gorgeous kiddos.

{{{ B is 8 months and GORGEOUS }}

2009-07-11T23:00:00.002-04:00

I know I know boys aren't supposed to be gorgeous but HE IS!

Snapped a few of my friends little boy, can't wait to do a full session with him.
He's growing TOO fast I can't believe it's been almost 9 months since I did his newborn session.

go ahead and melt over these EYES!

I LOVE HIM!

{{{ Baby G Sweet Sweet Baby Boy}}}}

2009-07-11T22:54:00.002-04:00

What a SWEETIE, he LOVED To be held and didn't want to sleep he was already SO alert it was amazing, I loved doing his session, he has great parents. He was so sweet to hold. Nothing is better than holding a baby!

Can't wait to capture you again Sweetie Pie!

{{C&C's Engagement Session}} HOT HOT HOT!

2009-06-24T12:40:00.002-04:00

Another fun loveable couple, I can NOT wait until their wedding then I can post her breath taking bridals!!

They are getting Married in October!! I can NOT wait!

{{SWEET SWEET BABY BOY}} How I heart newborns!

2009-06-24T12:29:00.003-04:00

Oh little "G" was SOOOOOOOO loveable and squishy a big boy who was already VERY observant and wanted to know what was going on around him.
What a total sweetheart! Check out his GORGEOUS hair. It was oh so soft.

{{Sircy Wedding}} J&B are MARRIED!

2009-06-24T11:36:00.003-04:00

Love this couple had a blast at their engagement session we did back on valentines day and I was so stoked about their wedding day! I was NOT dissapointed what a lovely day! AWESOME couple, I LOVED the way he looked at her coming down the aisle, ok that is always my favorite but his expression almost made me cry!
I'm looking forward to working with them again soon for our Trash the Dress session!!!

I'll post the whole Link from pictage so if you want to look at the rest just click the TITLE of this post OR

copy and paste this link into your browser
http://www.pictage.com/client/event.do?event=667124

I was SO excited to see these BLUE BLUE skies!

GORGEOUS!!!!!!!

LOVED their sign in book, had to use it for a ring shot!

How sweet and gorgeous is this vintage cloth that wrapped her bouquet? it was her grandmothers!

Brent gets the best detail shots

LOVE THIS HOW SWEEEEET

I KNOW I KNOW I said a few but I can't quit I love so many!!
just a few more bare with me

THIS baby HOW PRECIOUS is she, I would LOVE to shoot her all day!!!

BEST First dance EVER started out slow then they Broke it down literally hand down BEST first dance i've ever seen!

LOVE Her RED HOT SASSY shoes!

I wish you guys a LIFETIME of LOVE and Happiness!

Just Because {{A LOVE Session}}

2009-06-24T11:20:00.002-04:00

What a fun Session no need to be engaged or getting married, Married people NEED these sessions too.

They were a great fun couple, I look forward to working with them more in the future!

Just a few from our day.

Updates and My schedule!!

2009-06-03T13:29:00.002-04:00

Hope everyone is having a fabulous summer so far!! I am booked SOLID for June have a few dates left for July, Aug, and Sept.

I'm leaving for DisneyWorld for our family vacation so I will be unable to return any phonecalls or emails from June 13-June 21st.

I'm working on the Sircy Wedding now and will finish up when we return and the Jolly family as well.

The next week and half will be crazy for me.
I have editing to do, a bridal shoot, an engagment shoot, 3 newborns, and a couple of kid sessions.

All of these will be edited as soon as I get back.

Thanks for being patient and thanks again to all my clients, I love you all!

Happy Happy Summer!!!

{{{ Tim and Dominique's Wedding }}}

2009-06-02T10:18:00.003-04:00

I have to share a few of Tim and Dominque's wedding, then when I get the ok from the Bride I will share the Pictage Link so you can view all of their awesome day.

What a FUN couple to work with, Dominque was a no stress calm bride LOVE it, at one point in the ceromony she looks over at me and my camera, and winks. Gotta love a FUN bride and the cameras LOVE this couple.

I can't wait until these blue eyes have some blue eyed babies I know not anytime soon Dominque, they just both have the most stunning BLUE eyes.

I hope y'all live Happily Ever After, it was such a joy to be a part of your special day!
Much Love to you both!

Just a few TONS more to come

{{Clint HS Senior}} Not your ordinary Yearbook Shots

2009-05-21T13:43:00.002-04:00

I love shooting High School Seniors they are fun and they should have FUN photos!

Congratulations Clint!!! I know you'll go far in life! Not only is he a Super Smart guy Genius IQ skipped I believe 2nd grade he's amazing talented in music.

Dominque's GORGEOUS Bridals!

2009-05-21T13:27:00.002-04:00

Finally get to Share Dominique's Bridals since they had their wedding Saturday.
She is STUNNING and the camera LOVES her!

I'm glad to say it was a blast working for her and Tim and I consider them great friends.

Click Yellow Title to see all of her bridals on pictage or copy and browse this
link

http://www.pictage.com/client/event.do?event=639479

I'm ALMOST done with the wedding photos so they will be posted within the next 2 weeks.

Just a few since you can see them all on Pictage.

The wedding was even better so stay tuned!

2009-05-21T13:06:00.002-04:00

I know I know I always say I loved the session, family was great but it's true I love my job and love the people I photograph.
This family was truly AWESOME!
Not to be cheesy but you could honestly feel the love in this family

Sweet and Adorable kiddos!

2009-05-21T13:01:00.002-04:00

I'm going to TRY to catch up on my last few sessions, minus some Bridals I can't post since the wedding have not yet happened. ;)

This is Miss P and Mr. B Loved this fun laid back session!

Finally a boy ;) Newborn 6 Days old Kobe!

2009-05-10T20:30:00.002-04:00

After a streak of girls, we finally got an ADORABLE baby BOY, and a NAME to boot, I waited FOREVER to find out his name!
I already love him, and love you two Katie and Lee, I know y'all will be the BEST Parents!

About 45 Minutes Old ;)

6 DAYS old!

Carrie&Beau are MARRIED!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

2009-05-10T19:29:00.006-04:00

It was a Gorgeous day,but abnormally HOT for a day in April in Charlotte , it was in the 90's. Everyone was just gorgeous and Carrie was RADIANT and GLOWING!
I wish y'all the VERY best in life!
Everything was just gorgeous, Kathy Woody (owner of Dressing On The Side) was the Caterer and the did the Floral Arrangements.

She is my preferred vender and I will get her site added on here and my website soon.

If you are looking for an AMAZING Caterer/Florist email me!

If you would like to look through their album, it's on Pictage.
click on TITLE above (Carrie&Beau are Married!!! Congratulations) it will take you to PICTAGE!

http://www.pictage.com/client/event.do?event=650815
click here

Love ring and detail shots!

Again this is just a few look at the link Just click the Yellow title of this post it will direct you to My Pictage!
May need to copy and cut into your browser if the link doesn't open for you.

http://www.pictage.com/client/event.do?event=650815

Carrie&Beau GOT MARRIED!!! So I can share her bridals

2009-04-27T22:40:00.003-04:00

What a FUN FUN Wedding! Carrie and Beau, I wish you all the best! I can't wait to edit the wedding! For now here are your Bridals, isnt' she GORGEOUS!!????!

Hope y'all are having a WONDERFUL Honeymoon, Love you Sweet Carrie, you were so radiant!
XoXo

Wedding Season Has began and I'm officially SWAMPED, lots to share

2009-04-27T22:07:00.007-04:00

My poor neglated blog, I've been crazy busy but wanted to share some photos and some sneak peeks.

Thanks for the prayers for my Mom's Fiance Carroll Cannon, his sugery went well.
He and mom appreciate your prayers and thoughts.

Baseball has started as well so my little tarheel keeps me busy on Mondays and Thursdays.
I'm staying booked, huge thanks to you all, I LOVE LOVE my clients, I love how I connect with each and everyone of you.

A HUGE Thank you to my Dad, my main 'Manny' I don't know what I'd do without you keeping the kids all the time, so I can fullfill my passion/dream. Thanks to Grandma,'Grandpa'PAUL for helping him out all the time as well. Mom thanks for keeping them most weekends, i'm sure when Carroll heals i'll need you ;)

Jackson is still doing AWESOME in school, he's the best. Ella is growing everyday it's amazing, I wish I could freeze time or at least slow it down, I love the ages they are both at.
They are both hilarous! I should start writing down the conversations we have, they keep me grounded.

I can't wait to spend the week at disney with them! I'm SO counting down the days.

I have tons more but i'll stop there because I need to start editing Carrie's weekend, the next 5 weekends are booked solid! So I need to stay on top of everything.

Just 'Snapshots' of the kids on Easter, how bad is it, I haven't taken 'good' ones of them yet in their Easter sets??!!!

Ella with "maw" her GREAT grandma

Brent took a few photos of his Grandparents 50th Anniversary!!!
Congrats to Mama and Papa Land!

More snaps and OUTTAKES of my kids ;)

My Cat Jazzy died on April the 1st she had just turned 16 :(

found this photo I took of Katie and Lee last year after their honeymoon their "Kaby" will be here anyday, I'd LOVE to know the name....

I STILL Love her wedding shoes!

YES this is the AFTER photo and it's still sad, anyone do custom closets?
I was so proud you could SEE the floor! :O

OH and found this Ella's first day home HOW Sweet is this??!!!!!??

Baseball Season is here!! We've had 2 games so far! GOOOOOOO Tarheels!

I LOVE Jackson school the Teachers are AMAZING as is everyone that works there.
For selling so much Cookie dough this is what Mr. M the prinipal got to do let the kids turn him into a HUMAN Icecream sundae!!!

Sneak Peek of B&P Adorable and Amazing kids seriously awesome personalities reminded me so much of J&E!

I have at least 20 FAVORITES from that session will share SOON!!

16x20 SPECIALS for former clients!! SALE SALE SALE

2009-04-10T23:00:00.003-04:00

These are the size and style super thick no frame needed that normally sell for much more for the next 2 weeks, Easter Special is $99.00!!

Here is an example of Tim and Dominique's.

Carrie&Beau Essession

2009-04-10T22:37:00.002-04:00

Carrie & Beau decided to do their Essession in Charlotte where their wedding will be. We had fun just walking around uptown then off to Freedom Park.
I can't believe it's only 2 weeks until the wedding!!!
Time has flown! Tomorrow is Carrie's Bridals so I can post them after the wedding!

Few Sneaks from the day.

One AWESOME Family of 3 well....4 if you count the furry member ;)

2009-04-10T22:29:00.002-04:00

This family was SO great to capture full of love, fun and just laid back.
Mr. J loves his mom and dad, he's SO CUTE!!! I look forward to working with y'all in the near future!!
Mom and Dad are going to do a "love session" for their 10th Anniversary!

Little Mommy

2009-04-10T22:24:00.002-04:00

Jackson was playing with the neighborhood boys so we took Ella's baby for a walk.
She was mad our shadows kept following us ;)

Dominique&Tim Esession FUN FUN FUN!!!

2009-03-31T15:28:00.001-04:00

I can't wait until their wedding, They are SO photogentenic and she can really WORK the camera!
I wish you guys the very best!!

Check out the Flickr Slideshow for Lots more I will also add them to Pictage.

Spring Spring I LOVE Spring!

2009-03-31T15:07:00.002-04:00

I'm just a LITTLE Biased, but he is SOOOOOOO cute!

and I think she is just ADORABLE!!

Funny boy!

Always DANCING!!!

Don't worry the chickie is NOT real ;)dont call PETA on me.

I LOVEEEEEEE Baby A, I am super excited to do her one year shoots it's not till June but still!

love those BABY BLUES!

Punch of COLOUR and grabbing that tree ;)

Miss T was so adorable

As was Mr.D

Happy Happy Spring!

Gorgeous Preggo Couple waiting on Baby Boy

2009-03-21T22:25:00.002-04:00

I know this little man will be the cutest baby and will be the best dressed baby on the block.

I can't wait to meet him!

We love you guys!

2009-03-18T14:03:00.002-04:00

yep another newborn! She was so adorable!
Coming soon lots more Newborns and a Gorgeous Preggo and Cute Daddy too!!
and LOTS of Bridals and Wedding!

The Sweetest Family and 2 ADORABLE brothers!

2009-03-18T13:55:00.003-04:00

These boys were way too precious! Big Bro D was so funny Little H was on the GO! they kept me on my toes!
I enjoyed the afternoon with them.

They have AMAZING eyes!

Snapshots of my Kids and just Personal stuff No technically correct photos here ;)

2009-03-18T13:04:00.002-04:00

WOW we have been BUSY BUSY BUSY, Thank God I know more and more people are loosing their jobs and even homes, I can't stand to even watch the news.
I am so Thankful that we are so very blessed.

Jackson is doing WONDERFUL in school, all 3's and 4's reading like a superstar and loves math oh and spelling, he just loves school in General.
I LOVE my baby boy!

Miss Ella is doing great talking my head off making me laugh ALL the time, but of course the little Diva in here comes out and she gets in trouble ahahaaha!

Dad's hip is doing great and My grandma is doing better overall.
Please keep my Mom's Finance, Carroll in your prayers, He has prostate cancer and he is having is prostate removed in April.
We are praying for a complete cancer free body!

Our Photography business is in full Wedding Mode at the moment, I must say we have the BEST BRIDES ever!!! I just love them all!

We are almost booked seems like from now to eternity ;) but please inquire now for a session even if you don't need the session for months.
We have bookings all the way until December so don't wait!

OK here are the montly Snapshots of my kiddos excuse the quality these are just FAST SNAPSHOTS!!

Finally Snow for J and Marley to play in!

Less than 30 MINUTES after I cleaned and organized her room!!

THAT LOOK!! if looks good KILL!!

J doing what he loves to do!

I LOVE to hear him read

the joy of getting your brothers pirate gun!

Tea Party anyone?

welcome to Dance party USA

{{{A.Dorable Baby A 5 Days old }}}

2009-02-21T22:22:00.004-05:00

Awwwwww I love newborns and she was aww so sweet!
Here are a few and the rest are are in Flickr just click on title of this post will take you straight there. or copy and paste this link...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/monicareid/sets/72157614198038925/

{{ Coming Attractions }} Now Playing............Grab some Popcorn and Enjoy your Pix

2009-02-18T21:45:00.004-05:00

Britt and Jonathan are getting MARRIED! What a fab session we had at the village theater.

The entire session can be seen on Flickr

http://flickr.com/photos/monicareid/sets/72157614087862714/

LOTS more on Flickr!

That's a WRAP

Part 2 Maternity Session Urban Fun!

2009-02-15T19:20:00.002-05:00

What a FUN couple to photograph, she is simply a stunning PREGGO! I can't believe how much energy she had while doing this shoot especially since the dr said she could go at anytime!

Gorgeous BELLY Bump Parents To Be PART 1

2009-02-07T12:26:00.002-05:00

We had a great time with Ash and Alan. I wish them the very best, i'm sure they will do an awesome job with baby 'Gabi'. God Bless you both with this wonderful journey of your life.
Part 2 will be posted soon.

Part 2 coming soon the whole session can be seen on FLICKR
by this link

http://flickr.com/photos/monicareid/sets/72157613282282587/

Sneak Peak of Brian and Shannons Book that is ready to mail Zookbinders is AMAZING!!!

2009-02-07T12:05:00.003-05:00

WOW It was worth the wait!
These books while are pricey I won't lie, but are SO worth it all Brides to be you should think about a book like this it will last for ever, I wish you can feel it!

First of all i'm re'BRANDING' myself still have LOTS of work to do but sneak peaks of that as well

sample biz card our new slogan

Referal PostCard

Like I said tons to work on and tons more to do........

one more thing to my MILE long list check one off add 3 more :O

Will soon be offering Customized items to all sessions
bookmarks, cd covers not cards all with YOUR childs photos possibilties are UNLIMITED!!!!!!!!!

with parent albums.....

Parent books

Personal Updates and quick Snaps of my kiddos

2009-02-07T11:17:00.003-05:00

I hesitate to post some photos due to quality but when i'm not 'working' I don't take techinally correct photos so these are not the quality of portraits but just quick snapshots of my kiddos.
I'm way behind sharing them!
It's been a crazy time since Christmas.
Thanks for all the Prayers, calls and emails for my dad and his hip replacement surgery. He's doing great and has moved back home. He's doing GREAT!
Shoutout to my Mom and Carroll for the many nights they kept the kids AND dad ;) so we could work or just have a date night. Also to 'papaw' Paul and Gmaw Hollar for taking over dads 'nanny' job. Even when y'all weren't feeling the best you were always eager to help. I trully appreciate it! Y'all ROCK!
Keep my grandmaw in your prayers she still isnt' feel the greastest but as she says she's tough ( seriously as nails ) and my kids keep her going.

What else? Lets see we are getting VERY booked for 09! If you want to book inquire now I have appointments booked even to dec 09!
We are looking for to our first PUG meeting networking with other area photographers through Pictage.

Mr Jackson is doing EXCELLENT in school and still loves it. He's so smart and sweet.
Miss Ella is independent as always and growing more and more into a little girl :(
not a baby..... where does the time go???!!! They are both growing up way too fast.

I think i've rambled enough for now so here are some quick Snaps of the past month of our life.

LOL you can tell they are so over the camera

2 seconds later melt down time

Mad because she wanted to go for a walk alone :O

I LOVE this outfit with the matching jacket

Why we have to BOLT her furniture to the walls........

ignore the shadows she insists on PUSHING her chair to the paper touching

more lovely shadows, silly Ella!!!

OOPS one more winner!!!

2009-01-05T21:11:00.001-05:00

sorry Leslie you didn't win twice, looks like not only did you somehow get in twice but got drawed twice, WEIRD!!!
LOL

Angela Laubshire was the one I reached in for next!!!
Congrats Angela!!!!

Contest Winners!!! Here are the 9 Winners for 2009

2009-01-05T20:54:00.002-05:00

Thanks to everyone who signed up on my mailing list, don't think it's too late, I will be having contest all year long!!!

Grand Prize Winner the first name picked

Kelly Behmer Free Session and 100 Print Credit

The other 8 choose either a Free session if you haven't had one or you can shoot another.
If you have had a session and need more prints then you get a 100 free pro lab Credit.

Valorie Chapman
Leslie Sandock
Tia Andras
Tonya Bryant
Leslie Sandock
Heather Martin
Paula Webb
Karla Ingle

contace me for details and scheduling!!
monicareid@charter.net
828-244-0472

Website is LIVE!! www.monicareidphotography.com

2008-12-29T20:11:00.001-05:00

Check out our site
www.monicareidphotography.com

let me know what you think!

{{{ Brian & Shannon }}}

2008-12-29T19:45:00.002-05:00

What a GREAT No make that FABULOUS Wedding!

Here a are few more of their fab day!

Capturing memories and moments.... one day at a time

New Blog visit me There!

Yup MORE Sneak Peaks coming up this week we have

My kids remind me to Pray Hard and Keep Climbing {{PERSONAL}}

{{{10 Yep 10 SNEAK Peaks coming Soon!!!}}}

{{{ Personal }}} Snapshots and Goodbye Marley :(

Megan Class of 2010 {{ Senior Photography Lenior, Hickory, Granite Falls, NC}}

Stephanie&Josh ENGAGED! Biltmore Monica Reid Photography wedding photographer Hickory Charlotte, NC

Jamie's Bridals @ the Duke Mansion in Charlotte Monica Reid Photography Wedding Photographer Hickory Charlotte, NC

Newborn {{{S}} Big Sis {{EK}} Monica Reid Photography wedding and newborn photography Hickory Charlotte NC

Sneak Peek {{{Families}}} Monica Reid Photography Hickory Charlotte Wedding Photography

{{{Allexx}}} Class of 2010 SENIOR REPRESENATIVE

OUR Pictures from Cheyenne Schultz Photography!

{{{ Mallory&Joey}}}} ENGAGED!

{{[ Marty&Stacey}} Married!

Images For a CURE! Our Photography Special OCT 10th!

So everyone is doing it ;) GOALS GOALS GOALS! and a Photo of Brent and I!

{{Janice+Nic=Married}}}

Candace&Adam are Married Trash the Dress FARM STYLE

The HAPPIEST Baby in the World

{{{NEWBORN Jackson the Miracle Baby}}}

Stacey&Marty got Married last Saturday so

Bridals Galore 2 in one post i'm SO behind!

{{{Bunton&Harrington Wedding}}}

Family Sessions Paxson Family and Ingle Family!

LOTS Of UPDATES, Photography News and 11 YES 11 sessions

LOTS Of UPDATES, Photography News and 11 YES 11 sessions

{{{Sircy's Trash The Dress Session }}}

({{ Party of Three }})

LOLLIPOPS, TUTUS & BALLOONS OH MY!

SNAPSHOTS OF MY KIDS NOT technically correct portraits just fun snaps!

One of my FAVORITE boys eyes will make you MELT

{{{ Gorgeous Family of four }}}

Jamie&James ENGAGED!!!

{{{ Janice&Nic }} Engagement Session

{{ Baby A is ONE and she is SOOOOOO Adorable}}

{{ Brotherly Love }}

{{{ Party of 5 }}}}

LOOK at these GORGEOUS Sisters!!

{{{ Gorgeous Family}}

Photos of MY kids while I take a editing break

{{ B&A Siblings A.D.O.R.A.B.L.E}}}

{{{ B is 8 months and GORGEOUS }}

{{{ Baby G Sweet Sweet Baby Boy}}}}

{{C&C's Engagement Session}} HOT HOT HOT!

{{SWEET SWEET BABY BOY}} How I heart newborns!

{{Sircy Wedding}} J&B are MARRIED!

Just Because {{A LOVE Session}}

Updates and My schedule!!

{{{ Tim and Dominique's Wedding }}}

{{Clint HS Senior}} Not your ordinary Yearbook Shots

Dominque's GORGEOUS Bridals!

{{ Hendrick Family }}

Sweet and Adorable kiddos!

Finally a boy ;) Newborn 6 Days old Kobe!

Carrie&Beau are MARRIED!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Carrie&Beau GOT MARRIED!!! So I can share her bridals

Wedding Season Has began and I'm officially SWAMPED, lots to share

16x20 SPECIALS for former clients!! SALE SALE SALE

Carrie&Beau Essession

One AWESOME Family of 3 well....4 if you count the furry member ;)

Little Mommy

Dominique&Tim Esession FUN FUN FUN!!!

Spring Spring I LOVE Spring!

Gorgeous Preggo Couple waiting on Baby Boy

{{ 6 days of pure PRECIOUSNESS}}

The Sweetest Family and 2 ADORABLE brothers!

Snapshots of my Kids and just Personal stuff No technically correct photos here ;)

{{{A.Dorable Baby A 5 Days old }}}

{{ Coming Attractions }} Now Playing............Grab some Popcorn and Enjoy your Pix

Part 2 Maternity Session Urban Fun!

Gorgeous BELLY Bump Parents To Be PART 1

Sneak Peak of Brian and Shannons Book that is ready to mail Zookbinders is AMAZING!!!

Personal Updates and quick Snaps of my kiddos

OOPS one more winner!!!

Contest Winners!!! Here are the 9 Winners for 2009

Website is LIVE!! www.monicareidphotography.com

{{{ Brian & Shannon }}}