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Thank you for stopping by and taking some time to look around. Here you'll find sneak peeks from recent sessions, specials, tips for your session, and some fun giveaways! I'm glad you're here!

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Smithfield VA | Brand new blog | Portrait Photographer

So after a few months, I am moving my blog to a different site.  I am so excited because the new platform will have cleaner lines, be easier to post and navigate on, and have lots of great features!!  The link for the new blog is http://blog.cristinemrickphotography.com/ and you can get there by clicking here.

With this move also comes the launch of CEP Seniors, the brand new boutique experience for high school senior portraits! I am totally siked about all the changes!  Be sure to check out my new site for high schoolers and their parents here and the new Facebook page just for seniors too!

Thanks for following and I hope you enjoy all the cool new stuff upcoming for Cristin Emrick Photography!

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Smithfield Senior Photographer | Class of 2011 High School Senior | Kim's Senior Portraits

With prom tonight and graduation less than one week away, Kim is well on her way past the high school chapter of her life!  I had so much fun when she and her mom came out to have her senior portraits done.  She is so fun and easy going, and oh, did I mention she also drives a royal blue Mustang?!  Here are a few shots we got that night:






Have fun at prom, have fun this summer, good luck at school in the fall, and I'm sure I'll see you again soon!!

As always, thanks for reading!

~ Cristin ~

Sunday, June 5, 2011

What to Wear Class of 2012 | Portrait Wardrobe Guide | Smithfield, VA

Well the class of 2011 is graduated (or almost!), which means the time for the Class of 2012 has arrived!  Come August, you will be leaders in your school, sports, and activities, and starting the college application process.  So the time for your senior portraits is NOW, while you are carefree!!

This is the second in a line of What to Wear Senior editions, the first of which can be viewed here.  Most importantly, wear what you feel comfortable in!!  Don't forget the accessories: shoes, jewelry, and of course your personal school keepsakes (jackets, uniforms, sporting equipment, instruments, etc).  Check out the post, then read below for shopping info : )


Find it at Hollister:
Brown leather flip flops
Green Marina Park tank
Navy Fountain Valley henley

Find it at Forever 21:
Pink cami
Braided cuff bracelet
Floral cardigan in coral
Floral ring
Ditzy floral wedges
Twist and Chain bangle set in brown and gold
Regal armor ring in brown and gold
Carved flowers necklace

Find it at Old Navy:
Dark wash jeans
Green grommet belt
Straw hat with plaid accent band

Find it at American Eagle:
Pink Plaid shirt
Navy floral embroidered tunic
Navy embroidered boho top
Medallion necklace
Pink painted bangle
Green linen pants
Green braided cuff bracelet
Silver cuff bracelet
Distressed light wash jeans

White eyelet dress, Maura, can be found at Abercrombie & Fitch.
Chameleon multi color beaded necklace can be found at Charming Charlie.


When you call to book your senior session, we will do a custom wardrobe consult.  I hope you enjoy these posts; if you do leave some love for me in the comments!  Happy shopping and I can't wait for YOUR photo shoot!!

Thanks as always for reading!  ~ Cristin ~

Custom Wardrobe Consult | Children's Photographer | Smithfield, VA

A little while back, I posted a client requested custom "What to Wear" post.  What a fun group of girls to photograph!  Two birthday girls in one session will of course be tons of fun!  Even with the long walk down to the beach and prickers in our feet, we got some great shots!  You can take a look below at how mom incorporated my ideas from the wardrobe consult with her own style.  Fabulous results, if I do say so myself!!!



To give my clients a creative and unique way to remember their birthday portraits, I offer custom storyboards, which can be seen below!




Thanks, as always for reading!  I love to see your comments, so feel free to leave me some love : )

~ Cristin ~