15 Days New {Provo Orem Newborn Photographer}

January 29, 2010

Whenever I talk with parents that want to have their newborns photographed, I try and urge that pictures are taken within the first ten days of life.  The babies are usually sleepier and they are easier to curl up.  Although little Alex was 15 days old, he was still a perfect little boy.  His mom did everything right to ensure he would sleep well.  She had the heat turned up to 82 degrees in the house, she kept him awake before I came, and she fed him numerous times to ensure he was “milk drunk”.  All of her efforts paid off and we were able to get some great captures.  Enjoy your sneak peek!

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So Grown Up {Park City Baby Photographer}

January 27, 2010

I love 6 month olds!  It is the perfect age for photographs.  They are sitting and happy and have the cutest facial expressions.  I think the best part is that they cannot move from where you put them.  This sweet little boy was such a joy to have in studio yesterday.  Enjoy your sneak peek!

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One of my own… {Heber City Utah Childrens Photographer}

January 23, 2010

I get asked all the time if I have a ton of pictures of my own kids.  Sadly I always have to respond, “No.” Since I am always taking pictures of other people’s kids, I never take the time to photograph my own children.  I hope to change that this year and give them equal time in front of the camera.  Here is my gorgeous 4 1/2 year old daughter.  She is my sweet, shy, caring one that is the peacemaker in our house.  She can play for hours with any of her siblings and get along great.  We love her!

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Keri: Oh WOW!!! Beautiful!!!

Ryan: Anna has Lady Gaga hair in these shots! Very cool!

Daniel: Love the Lady GaGa hair!

Linze: LOVE it! we miss you guys and all the kids! Anna is such a sweetie!

Anne: MY favorite session of yours ever!~ Perfect soft light...but, you're making me miss spring even more than I already do....

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Loopty Loo Designs {Salt Lake City Photographer}

January 16, 2010

I had the pleasure of doing a commercial shoot for Loopty Loo Designs.  They make and sell gorgeous hats, headbands, hair clips, tutus, and bags for both children and adults.  We had a great set of models that did great through the long hours it took to get all of their products photographed.

Check out Loopty Loo Designs at http://looptyloodesigns.blogspot.com OR at their ETSY store at http://www.etsy.com/shop/looptyloodesigns

Here is a small sampling of the products they are going to launch in the next few weeks.

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Aidon Thomas {Salt Lake City Newborn Photographer}

January 5, 2010

I had so much fun playing with little 2 week old Aidon today.  He is such a special boy named after both of his great-grandpas.  Even thoug it took a few hours, we finally got him onto a deep sleep and were able to grab some great shots of him.  Enjoy him while he is so little Tim and Nikki.  He will be running before you know it!

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Katie Knapp: So cute! I was wondering if you were going to do pictures for Nikki.

Keri Collett: Love them!!! Especially the one in green! Great colors!

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Merry Christmas {Park City Newborn Photography}

December 17, 2009

Thank you everyone for all of the time you put into your Giving is Awesome entries.  I am deeply humbled and blessed to be able to give my time to help someone going through a rough time in their lives.  I have selected a winner and will be notifying the recipient on Christmas Eve.

With the exception of newborn clients, I will not be doing anymore photo sessions until January 20th. Once that time comes, I will be holding a day of pettiskirt mini-sessions to get ready for Valentines Day.  Stay tuned for more information on that.

I want to take the time to thank all of my awesome clients for a great year and wish everyone a very Merry Christmas.  It is my hope that we can all take the time to truly appreciate and celebrate the true “reason for the season.”

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We love snow! {Park City Family Photographer}

December 13, 2009

Despite below zero temperatures and a foot of snow, we were able to get some great family pictures for this sweet family.  We spent a total of ten minutes outside since it was so bitter cold.  (I think it was -5 at the time)

Snow doesn’t have to keep you from getting family portraits.  I will be running a “Winter Portrait” special after the New Year so you can have a memory of what our beautiful state looks like the other six months of the year.

In other news, I am officially on vacation from sessions until January.  I plan on spending the next three weeks with my children enjoying the holidays and the snow, and then my husband and I will be off to Hawaii for 9 days beginning the day after Christmas.  I will still be doing newborn sessions so please contact me so I can get you scheduled.

For now, enjoy the snow and the beautiful mountains…

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Cophia: Wow.. Amazingly breathtaking!

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Sweet Little Madison {Salt Lake City Newborn Photographer}

December 6, 2009

I had the pleasure of having sweet little Madison in studio today.  She is six days new and such a delight.  Her older brother sure loves his little sister.  Thanks so much for coming to see me and for letting me play with your little girl for a few hours.  Enjoy your sneek peak!

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Doesn’t mom look great?

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Michelle: Wow! Congratulations Megan!!!

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Bouncing Baby Boy {Provo Newborn Photographer}

December 5, 2009

Thank you B family for allowing me to spend some time with your sweet boy today.  He did great!  After hearing about all of the boys in your family, consider yourselves very blessed to now have one of each.  Enjoy your sneek peak!

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Brittany: Adorable! You are amazing with newborns. I love the one with big sister.

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Giving is Awesome! {Utah Family Photography}

November 23, 2009

You know someone. You know someone who’s experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances. You know someone who can’t afford custom photography, but who would cherish it this holiday season. You know someone who deserves a year-round reminder of their family’s spirit, love, and beauty.

You know someone. I guarantee it.

I want to know who they are, and I want to give them the chance to experience complimentary custom photography — over $1200 worth, to be exact. The winner will receive a complimentary session with Means A Lot Photography, a 16×20 gallery wrapped canvas print, and a CD containing all of the high resolution digital files with print release.

Oh, and the best part? The person who nominates the winner receives a free session and one digital file. What better reason to show some love could there possibly be, people?

The rules:

* You cannot nominate yourself, and the person nominated must sincerely be incapable of purchasing my services. (Being unable to make mortgage payments for a two-million-dollar-vacation-home in Paris does not qualify as sincere financial need.)

* The nominee must reside within a 1 hour drive of Heber City, UT. Tell me who you know, what they’re experiencing, and why they deserve my artwork. Please include a way to contact both your nominee and yourself as well.

* The winning session will take place before July 31, 2010.

If you don’t know someone that could use this, pass the link on! Post it on your blog, facebook, myspace, email it to your friends and family because I’m sure they could spread the love to someone they might know.

* You must e-mail me the full story : laurameans@me.com.  Please put “giving is awesome” in the subject line.

The deadline for nominations is Tuesday, December 15, 2009.  The winner will be announced on Christmas Eve — so get nominating! I can’t wait to read all of your entries!

Open your heart to someone this holiday season — and thanks for giving me the opportunity to open mine.

With love,

Laura

P.S. If you are outside of my area and want to nominate someone, check out http://www.givingisawesome.com and find a participating photographer near you!

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