My Poor Neglected Blog - Kari Smith Photography Newborn Photographer - Freetown, Indiana

Wow - its been a while.... ooops. I have been working on updating the website www.karismithphoto.com to reflect the new sophisticated, chic look that I unveiled in January on my Facebook page. Kinda forgot about this bloggy. :-(

I am looking into hosting on a new format for my blog and having a custom blog address instead of one that has blogspot or wordpress in the address. Trying to decide which is the best route to go right now and I plan to have the new blog up and going by May. Fingers crossed.

Meanwhile - how about a couple sweet little newborns to kick off the 2011 postings???

Baby M - 8 sweet days old

Baby B - 11 days old

Till next time --
 Kari

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PSA's - Kari Smith Photography - Freetown, Indiana Photographer

(Warning - long post! Hey I've got alot to update you on!)

Hey everyone! Well, the holidays are official upon us. With Thanksgiving just a couple days away, the hustle and bustle of the season begins. I am actually in the spirit this season! I already made a new swag for our front door and its already up. Probably will put up our tree and other decorations on Friday.

What's that you say? No Black Friday shopping? NO WAY! I really don't enjoy the crowds and the non-existent deals.  I have gone a couple of times only to be disappointed when the 1 thing I wanted was already gone, like 5 minutes after the doors opened.

SOOOOOO------ how about I offer you some deals that won't be gone 5 minutes after 5am? Like that? I know I do!!

Thanksgiving Weekend Flyer

I will have a special that runs Thursday through Sunday that are really great deals for reprints from your session. The only catch is that they cannot be used in conjunction with each other. You knew there's be fine print didn't you?

Kari Smith Photography Black Friday special will run from 12:01 am  to 11:59 pm Friday. These deals will be good for future sessions that take place in 2011. Think of it as advanced investing :)


AND....... my cyber monday special will rock your socks!!! That's all I 'm gonna say about that! :)

 The Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals will be available for purchase right from my website. The pages will go live at 12:01 am on each respective morning.

The fine print is on each page, so make sure you check it out before you purchase.

In other news - The deadline to order to ensure you recieve it before Christmas is December 11th. Of course I will let you order after that, but there will be a "fine" for your procrastination! LOL - but seriously - there will be a charge.


Have you been keeping up with the Countdown to Christmas Specials I have been posting on here? If not - shame on you!! Head on over and be a fan, then you can keep up with all the goings on at Kari Smith Photography. You should be following here too -ya know! just at the bottom, click follow.


 Wow - if your still here - you must really love me! How about a picture to wrap it all up?

Beautiful Sunset Family Photo - © 2010 Kari Smith Photography

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Simply Sunday - Kari Smith Photography - Columbus, Indiana Photographer - Family, Children, Seniors, Newborns

 

Such a gorgeous couple! Enjoy your day!

I Heart Faces Entry - Silhouette Week - Kari Smith Photography - Family Photographer, Trafalgar, Indiana

I haven't submitted an entry to I Heart Faces in a while. But this week I just knew I had to enter this picture! So timeless with G-pa chasing his grandson, caught this one just right as I was actually shooting the other family members.

G-pa and his little buckaroo

Such a sweet memory for this family!!!

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Before and After Thursday - Kari Smith Photography -Columbus, Indiana Child Photographer

This weeks Before and After is an image of my daughter that I took as part of her pictures for her 3rd birthday. This session was an urban setting in downtown Columbus, Indiana. Columbus has so many cool little places tucked away in its alleys. Love going there and discovering new places to shoot.

What to Wear Wednesday - Kari Smith Photography, Indiana Child and Senior Photographer

This weeks WTWW is brought to you by the gals over at Inspire Me Baby. First up we have ideas for sibling session for winter:

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And ideas for senior girls:

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I was at my local home improvement store the other day and I was inspired by their paint swatch "go-togethers." The colors were amazing together - and who would have ever thought that some colors would go together? Next time you happen to be at the paint store or improvement store, go check out their swatches, you never know how you may be inspired to put together an outfit for your self or your family.

Miss M - Kari Smith Photography - Brown County, Indiana Childrens Photographer

Sweet little Miss M was such a little stinker for her session. She would only smile when I put down my camera. At 7 months, she already knew what my plan was :). I still managed to get some sweet pictures of her.

The layout shown is for the custom accordion album I offer to each of my clients after each of their sessions. They are a great gift for grandparents and a really cool and hip brag book for mommies.

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Simply Sunday - Kari Smith Photography - Trafalgar, Indiana Childrens Photographer

Sweet little faces...........

Prepping for Black Friday and Cyber Monday!!! - Kari Smith Photography - Freetown, Indiana

In prepping for the Holiday season ahead, just wanted to give a heads up that Kari Smith Photography will be running a Black Friday sale, a Cyber Monday sale and a special Thanksgiving weekend long deal.

If there is something you would like to see on special - leave me a comment and I will see what I can work out.

Details to be released Mid-November. Stay tuned!

Senior Models Call for Applications - Kari Smith Photography - Indiana Senior Photographer

I am currently accepting applications for Senior Model Reps for the class of 2012. Fill out the form below and tell me a little about yourself.
I will choose my models in late January/early February. I will hold an informational meeting for my models in late February. Models and their parents are required to attend.

Fill out my form!

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The W Family - Kari Smith Photography - Brown County Indiana Family & Children's Photographer

I had the opportunity to photograph this adorable little family. These two boys kept me laughing the entire shoot. Mr Serious and Mr Crack-up. So much fun.
Their mom chose to have their session at Brown County State Park. The leaves are falling and the ground is covered in a beautiful blanket of orange, reds, and browns.The park has so many little gems tucked away that most would never see as a great backdrop for pictures.

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Simply Sunday - Kari Smith Photography - Freetown, Indiana

A new feature here on Kari Smith Photography Blog is Simply Sunday. I plan to post one random image I have taken that week or from a fellow photographer that speaks to  me. It may be from a session or just from everyday life, what ever I may feel inspired by. Enjoy!!

© Cheryl Hanner Photography 2010

This image was taken by my dear friend Cheryl Hanner of Cheryl Hanner Photography as part of our family pictures a couple weeks ago. I just love the interaction she was able to capture between my daughter and I.

Enjoy your Sunday!

Abbie - Senior Slide Show- Kari Smith Photography - Columbus, Indiana Senior Photographer

I had the opportunity to photograph Miss Abbie a couple weeks ago. Abbie is a beautiful young lady and talented athlete. Abbie runs cross country and her team is nationally ranked - quite and accomplishment. She has a state championship ring that we showcased.

We decided on a mixed shoot, urban and natural and downtown Columbus, Indiana is the perfect place to find both.  So much fun discovering new locations and hidden gems tucked away in downtown areas. Can't wait till my next session in Columbus!

The Z Family - Kari Smith Photography - Columbus, Indiana Family Photographer

The Z family came to Columbus downtown to meet me for a cool urban session. This session was so fun for everyone. Rachel is expecting her first little girl so a few baby bump shots were in order. We ventured around downtown Columbus a bit then went on a search for a little green - which is no small feat in the dry weather we have been having around here. We finally found a gorgeous little courtyard and a nice open green space for a great natural family portrait.

The S Family - Kari Smith Photography - Columbus, Indiana Family Photographer

I had the opportunity to photograph this adorable family at the family farm in southern Bartholomew County. This family has the cutest little boys and boy do they love their grandad's tractor! The awe once the tractor arrived was great!

Thanks again S Family!!!

My Baby....... Kari Smith Photography - Childrens Photographer - South Central Indiana

I was playing around the other day to get a few images to show my work flow to a fellow photographer. Usually, as most photographers know, shoots with your own children don't always yield the best of images. I got pretty lucky this time around. :)

My baby wanted her Cinderella Barbie to be in the shoot with her. This image completely captures her in this stage of her life. She is enamored with all things Cinderella, I love the way she is cradling the doll against her.
I had this image printed on my new product offering, the lariat style necklace, because I love it so much!

I will be back later with those Storyboards I promised to show you.
Kari