tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16283356091231156042011-11-30T16:26:32.149-06:00Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.comBlogger3191100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-40182066021671876382011-11-30T16:26:00.000-06:002011-11-30T16:26:32.165-06:00

  I thought for sure my baking days were over, however the doctor tells me I have another bun in the oven!  I'm still kind of shocked.  However, I saw the blob with a beautiful heartbeart on the moniter so I know it's true:)  Baby #3 is due July 25. 

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-39694395800780116322011-11-27T08:57:00.000-06:002011-11-27T08:57:18.097-06:00

  I finally talked my husband into wearing a crazy 80's rocker wig and posing with me and the kids.  Every year like most families I want a Christmas family photo taken.  Mostly because I end up making it into an ornament for the following Christmas tree.  This year I wanted something totally different.  And I think I got it:)  Not only did we all wear wigs, but Brian and I decided it would be

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-21933098153665777782011-11-21T09:18:00.000-06:002011-11-21T09:18:43.215-06:00

  Eleven years ago this Thanksgiving, I was a 19 year old newlywed living in Pensacola, Fl with my new hubby, Brian.  We were so excited to have our first Thanksgiving together.  I wanted everything to be perfect.  I bought the biggest turkey we could afford.  However, my teenager brain didn't realize it took DAYS to defrost a turkey.  I put it in the fridge the day before Turkey Day thinking

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-9429287365101911492011-11-16T11:13:00.000-06:002011-11-16T11:13:25.969-06:00

  This morning around 4:30am ( I love waking up early and my brain wont turn off )I finished a book I was reading called, "A Christmas Star" by Thomas Kinkade and Kathernine Spencer.  I started it about a week ago.  It's a very easy read.  It's about two families around Christmas time each one struggling with different situations.  Anywhoo, just thought I'd blog about a book for something

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-13586940043375328552011-11-13T08:58:00.000-06:002011-11-13T08:58:17.667-06:00

  I posted these about a week ago on Facebook, but my parents never get on there, so here's a blog so they can see their grandkids:)  It was a beautiful Saturday and we wanted to head towards the mountains.  We had no clue where to go, so we just got in the car and turned on the GPS.  We ended up in Ohiopyle.  We also ran into a Frank Lloyd Wright house...how cool is that?! Here's the pics....

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-88549158283254709312011-11-11T14:07:00.000-06:002011-11-11T14:07:30.393-06:00

                          Happy Veterans Day to all who have served and are serving our country!                                                                       We are proud of you!!! The contest ended today on Facebook at noon for the free senior session in the Mon Valley area.  The winner is Julie Fine!  Can't wait to work with you Julie=) Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-52151205255792450022011-11-07T06:38:00.001-06:002011-11-07T08:45:13.875-06:00

CALLING ALL JUNIORS AND SENIORS IN THE MON VALLEY AREA!!!!Enter to win a FREE Senior Session by Evie Photography:) Session includes...1.5 hour sessionunlimited outfit changeedited images (average 40) on disc with copyright releaseOnline gallery to share with friends/familyA $300 value! Rules are....You must be a high school junior or senior in the Mon Valley area.You must be fun to work with;)You

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-67568848689999684392011-11-02T07:52:00.000-05:002011-11-02T07:52:18.189-05:00

  Last night was a perfect night to go out and shoot a mini session.  I asked Kayla to help me out with a little project I'm working on and luckily she said, "Yes."  She is gorgeous and crazy easy to photograph!  You'll be seeing her face again soon with a little contest attached to it:)  I decided since I have never ran a contest it only made sense to have one here in my new state of

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-53165553225927331112011-10-31T15:23:00.000-05:002011-10-31T15:23:05.504-05:00

  Sometimes when we do an art project in home school and I can't help but love it.  And if I'm honest sometimes I forget it's not for me, it's for my kids.  Can I get in trouble for admitting that?  Anywhoo, yesterday we watched the 100th movie for the week since Jael still is sick.  It was, "Robots" which if you haven't seen it, you're missing out.  It totally inspired me to do an art project

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-43171843307881406852011-10-28T09:47:00.000-05:002011-10-28T09:47:29.369-05:00

  Hi all:)  Just wanted to put out the date of March 17, 2012.  I will be in KC shooting a wedding the day before and thought I might as well fit in another wedding before flying back home.  If interested, please contact me at evie@eviephotography@live.com  http://www.eviephotography.net/ Thanks! Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-87726025454008864432011-10-22T11:44:00.000-05:002011-10-22T11:44:12.547-05:00

  Thought I'd share some pictures of my kiddos here enjoying the fall here in PA.  I hope it's beautiful where ever you live.  It's pretty gorgeous here, I'm not gonna lie;)   Poor Jael, she hates it when I have my camera.  I have to sneak a shot of her when she's not looking if I'm gonna get a shot of her at all. Hayden on the other hand, loves to goof off for the camera.  Here he is on the

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-31625111129154297782011-10-20T15:38:00.000-05:002011-10-20T15:38:25.020-05:00

  I'm back to blogging, well, kind of:)  Please have mercy on me while I'm still trying to figure out how to home school two kids and shoot sessions and be a good mom and wife:)  I soooooooooo needed to shoot someone before I went crazy.  I asked my new friend, Marcy to model for me.  She was kind enough to say yes.  We didn't shoot long, but we had a good time.  I don't think I'll ever shoot

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-34051952021395689422011-09-27T18:02:00.000-05:002011-09-27T18:02:18.755-05:00

  Welcome to my home!  I thought it would be fun to take a few pictures of where I'm living at now.  If you're new or have been away for a bit, I've moved to Pennsylvania.  Crazy, right?!  I'll be blogging later of what this midwest girl thinks of living up north a little bit later.  But for now, here's my 100 year old house we are renting for one year.  It even come with a creepy canning room

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-14830308769727356932011-09-22T18:33:00.000-05:002011-09-22T18:33:44.653-05:00

  Do you remember my brother, Phil's surprise engagement session?  Well, if you haven't seen it, please check it out here first.    About two weeks ago, Phillip and Shannon were married in Overland Park, KS.  They were married in their home church and it was beautiful!  Here's some of my favorites....

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-81790643946050127512011-09-18T08:52:00.000-05:002011-09-18T08:52:14.515-05:00

  I'm now in PA!!!  Things are super crazy right now, but I had to edit a few images of my last wedding:)  It was so great to not unpack and just be in photoshop for a bit!  I decided to post three sneak peeks this time.  Can you tell I miss working?:)  More wedding pictures coming soon as well as a post on my new life here in PA.  Evie:)

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-8362865888841874232011-09-06T09:35:00.000-05:002011-09-06T09:35:27.771-05:00

  I decided to pack like a ninja today!  It's our last week here, so I've got to get things done.  Not to mention I have a wedding to shoot in KC on Saturday.  So, with that being said, I wont be blogging for a while:(  My next post I'll be in PA!!!  Only good things to come:)  Jael has decided to help mommy pack.... and thank goodness because she does it so well;)  I'll talk to ya in a few

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-40739393042771495592011-09-01T10:00:00.000-05:002011-09-01T10:00:20.464-05:00

                 I'm CRAZY busy packing my house and home schooling so I'm just gonna post these:)  Here's  my favorites....

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-28950318808262686272011-08-31T09:51:00.001-05:002011-08-31T09:52:05.614-05:00

  Last night I had to take a break form packing my house.  I started to edit a few shots from my sister, Amy's mini session in St.Louis.  And before I have to answer any emails, Amy is 38 and happily married;) Here's a few of my favorites....                                                                                              Have a great day! Evie:)

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-66107482575981524772011-08-30T07:52:00.002-05:002011-08-30T09:51:17.691-05:00

  Good morning all:)  I went to Kansas City and St.Louis this past weekend and had the pleasure of taking (cough, cough, "making") my sisters, Amy and Mollie's pictures.  Mollie is seven months preggo and lives in Florida.  I hardly ever get to see her so when I had the chance to hang out with her for a bit I told her she was going to let me have ten minutes to shoot.  She was nice enough to say

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-15826500418883583582011-08-29T16:30:00.000-05:002011-08-29T16:30:18.183-05:00

  I'm finally back home!  Yay for Nixa:)  This weekend has been CRAZY.  I already miss my nephew, Jake, whom I like to call, Jakers.  Hope your weekend was great.  I have some fun sister pictures to share with you this week while I pack up my house and get ready for our big move to PA:) Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-11969860412210046732011-08-25T15:07:00.000-05:002011-08-25T15:07:05.674-05:00

  Jael was amazed that we found a slug outside after just writing the word slug in home school:)  Happy Thursday! Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-58526237401998268492011-08-24T12:38:00.002-05:002011-08-24T16:59:54.290-05:00

   Welcome to my first and last maternity session:)  I've narrowed down my work to just weddings and seniors, but when this past bride and groom of mine asked me to photograph them I just couldn't say no.  We started off in their home and ended up at the pool and well, IN the pool.  More on that in a bit.  Until then, here's a few of my favorites.  Can you tell I'm in a black and white mood;) 

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-49991588843680033682011-08-22T10:20:00.000-05:002011-08-22T10:20:18.492-05:00

  Last night I had a maternity session:)  I normally do not shoot maternity sessions, however, when a past bride asks me, it's hard to say no;)  I told her I would, but only if there was no cheesey blocks across the belly spelling out a name or hands shaped like a heart across her belly;)  She was up for whatever, which is why I love my clients:) So, we started off at their home, then ended up

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-14863616947368013192011-08-20T08:27:00.001-05:002011-08-20T13:19:42.771-05:00

  This post is way overdue.  Last week was kinda insane just getting the kids back in school.  Gearing up to home school Jael in kindergarten.  Wrapping up my last sessions here and oh yeah, packing my house:)  My husband received a job offer in the Pittsburgh, PA area.  We are really excited to see what adventures lie ahead of us.    If you're in PA give me a shout out on my fan page on

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-36677131818958496752011-08-14T09:12:00.000-05:002011-08-14T09:12:06.684-05:00

  I feel like this summer has been on fast forward this past month.  I've been traveling a bit this month and all the sudden I'm home now and school starts tomorrow:(  Where did this summer go?!?!?!  Evie                              I really shouldn't complain, I'm just happy to be back on the ground:)  

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-36194264383872804852011-07-29T08:42:00.000-05:002011-07-29T08:42:04.475-05:00

  Today marks eleven years of marriage:)  Who knew stalking a boy could really pay off;) I LOVE Brian Smith!!!!:)  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-4691419495789617272011-07-27T12:48:00.005-05:002011-07-28T08:12:36.766-05:00

  Last time I made pancakes I put food coloring in them, but only used one color. Boring.  So, I had planned on the next time doing a rainbow design.  As luck would have it, the kids asked for pancakes and I was in the mood to be creative.  Thus..."God's Promise Pancakes" was born:)  The kids loved them!!!  Hayden said they reminded him of God's promise to Noah.  (Genesis 9:12-17)    They were

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-57495747373035788872011-07-27T08:37:00.001-05:002011-07-27T08:40:13.049-05:00

                           I had some major technical difficulties  this week and was starting to look like this....   Things are better now, but I thought this picture was too cute to not post on here. I still can't get my Facebook fan page button to connect any more.  See it over there on the right side of this page.  Don't worry about clicking on it, it refuses to work.  However, if you'd

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-68288408965660890032011-07-25T08:19:00.002-05:002011-07-25T13:30:54.928-05:00

  Let me first start off by saying, I had the pleasure of working with both my siblings on this wedding:)  I LOVE LOVE LOVE working with them!  When Phil (Sacred Day Photography-816.804.5340)called me to tell me to come in and second shoot, I was excited.  But then he began to tell me a little about the bride and groom and I began to fall in love with their story. (It kinda reminded me of how my

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-37344667742661067352011-07-22T13:38:00.000-05:002011-07-22T13:38:19.863-05:00

  Good night nurse it's hot outside today.  I just got back from running errands and my car said it was 106 out!  Eekk!  We have company coming in  for the weekend so I can't do a full post on Leah and Seth's wedding, so I thought I'd just post one more;)  More to come Monday I promise:)  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-65558911622777627162011-07-21T13:05:00.000-05:002011-07-21T13:05:35.740-05:00

  I had the pleasure of second shooting for my big brother, Phil last week in Kansas City.  More to come later, but here's a fun sneak peek.  I LOVE this image because it was right before family portraits.  Leah and Seth were SO happy to be married.  They didn't care who was looking, they were gonna kiss if they had the chance to:)  My favorite shots from the day were in these moments.  Nothing

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-40805733503299912712011-07-20T11:46:00.000-05:002011-07-20T11:46:26.136-05:00

  Today our son, Hayden is turning eight years old:)  Eight years old!!!!  Crazy.  A little after he woke up, he ate his normal birthday breakfast, colored pancakes.  This year he wanted orange and red.  Then he got a few gifts from his aunts.  One of them was a treasure hunt.  I LOVED this idea so much that I photographed it before it got destroyed.  My sister, Amy is so stinkin creative!!!  She

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-29092409241884662632011-07-19T12:06:00.000-05:002011-07-19T12:06:19.056-05:00

  Here's some of my favorites from Jesse's session....

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-3507433559479740332011-07-18T09:08:00.000-05:002011-07-18T09:08:27.757-05:00

  I can't tell you how HAPPY I am to be back home at my desk, drinking my own coffee, after waking up from my own bed:)  I've been gone 17 days and have lots to catch up on, but thought I'd post one shot before the dreaded task of unpacking begins.    My little brother, Jesse wanted a new Facebook profile shot.  With me being me, I couldn't just take him in the backyard and snap a few.  That

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-30004261332622609082011-07-01T15:33:00.000-05:002011-07-01T15:33:24.338-05:00

  Every year right before my kids birthdays, I look back over the year and think about what they were into at that age.  This year for Hayden, we've broke it into a three part session.  I know, I CRAZY!  Part 1 is, science stuff, part 2 is his coin collection, and part 3 is drums.  We've shot everything but part 3, and I'm not gonna lie, I'm really tired already.  I'm headed out of town tonight

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-24434296703711319452011-06-30T12:39:00.000-05:002011-06-30T12:39:58.036-05:00

  Yesterday I talked to my sister, and she was telling me she was sick of going to my blog and reading, "Green Bean or String Bean?" so I thought it was time to blog on something.  I've been taking a break from my camera and I have to admit, it's been hard, but I've been enjoying spending the summer with my family.  They literally moan when I bring my camera along on outings, so it's been tucked

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-852697285315512222011-06-10T13:27:00.000-05:002011-06-10T13:27:05.359-05:00

  I was so excited to see new growth in my garden today:)  My first green bean...or is it a string bean?  Who knows?  All I know is they are growing!  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-61020234274706760522011-06-08T09:36:00.000-05:002011-06-08T09:36:04.842-05:00

  There's moments in life that I really have the thought run through my mind that I need to have like 20 more kids.  Because really, honestly, my kids melt my heart.  I caught Jael having a tea party under a tent with her new birthday bunny.  I ran like a wild woman to my room, grabbed my camera and threw a lens on.  She was more than happy to let me in the tent...well, I take that back.  I had

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-57980921350807921032011-06-07T19:00:00.000-05:002011-06-07T19:00:01.671-05:00

  Now that school is out, it's officially s'more season in the Smith home:)  Last time I went shopping there seemed to be SO many different kinds of marshmallows to choose from.  How's a girl to decide?!  Drizzled chocolate, toasted coconut, or HUGE campfire mallows?!  Then I saw these poor, sad, deflated mallows.  Once I realized they were the underdog marshmallows, I know they belonged in my

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-88677315326578883392011-06-06T10:20:00.001-05:002011-06-06T10:20:28.629-05:00

  I thought it was time to do a fun off camera flash project with no goals other than to just learn.  I asked my cousin's wife to model and she was sweet enough to say yes:)  My brother, Phil came along and helped me out too.....thanks, Phil!  Here's a few of my favorites...... My personal favorite...Hope you all had a great weekend!  I know my family and I did.  And I have the

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-26279553303755450382011-06-02T20:30:00.001-05:002011-06-03T10:01:47.853-05:00

       I just finished editing today, so here you go....the full post on Tara and Justin!  Enjoy:) Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-56139613834319999832011-05-28T12:25:00.000-05:002011-05-28T12:25:26.261-05:00

  Yesterday afternoon I had the  honor of photographing the gorgeous couple, Tara and Justin.  The rain let up just in time for the outside ceremony.  I'll be editing this week and posting more pictures, but I always like to post a image of the new Mr. and Mrs.  Congratulations again Tara and Justin!  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-65408413820069934762011-05-26T14:36:00.000-05:002011-05-26T14:36:30.618-05:00

  Nothing says, "Company's coming over" like a HUGE piece of beef!  Not very normal for us here.  We are normally a chicken and fish kinda family.  My apologies to any vegetarians out there by the way;)  I love fast and easy dinners so I thought I'd grab a picture and tell ya folks out there how to make it as well.  You will need a roasting pan with a lid. As well as chuck tender roast, potatoes,

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-12998371091562036192011-05-24T18:52:00.001-05:002011-05-24T18:57:58.561-05:00

  My family and I recently had the chance to go visit with close friends for the weekend.  The Smiths LOVE the Hursts!  We got to check out their beautiful new home that's surrounded by ten acres of nature.  And tons of honeysuckle!  I can almost smell it from here;)  So, you know me, I can't help but take a "few" pictures.....

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-25912288456891242342011-05-23T09:26:00.000-05:002011-05-23T09:26:52.487-05:00

  My heart goes out to everyone in Joplin, MO this morning.  So much was lost last night in the storm.  Please be praying for them.   We came home last night from being out of town and not much time went by (about an hour) when the tornado sirens started to go off.  They rang for what seemed like a good 45 minutes.  We are a little over an hour away from Joplin.  The storm ended up being just

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-2851743785360699562011-05-19T20:46:00.001-05:002011-05-20T08:46:47.130-05:00

 I know I said I'd post Friday, but I can't help it:)  I just finished editing and I gotta put these up!  Hope you enjoy them.  Evie:)

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-35970622035176784682011-05-18T13:32:00.000-05:002011-05-18T13:32:57.904-05:00

  Happy Wednesday!  Thought I'd post some fun pictures of my second and third shooters, who happen to also be my big brother and big sister, Phil and Leah:)  I LOVE LOVE LOVE working with my siblings!!!  We work great together and have fun.  Major bonus;)  Here's some shots you normally wouldn't see.... Phil, always willing to help lift others up;) Leah-getting the shots!Ok, we laughed for ten

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-60118804775881026472011-05-17T22:23:00.001-05:002011-05-17T22:24:19.460-05:00

  Wanted to post a quick Sneak Peek from last Saturday's wedding.  Hope to do a full blog post on Friday=)  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-31880989326962700572011-05-16T16:02:00.000-05:002011-05-16T16:02:09.237-05:00

  Hi guys:)  Hope everyone's weekend was great!  I was in Overland Park, KS shooting a wedding this past Saturday.  I always try my best to get one picture posted on my Facebook fan page the night of the wedding of the new Mr. and Mrs.  If you're not on FB, then let me help keep you in the loop;)  Meet the new Mr. and Mrs. Justin Burge!  More pictures coming this week.  Stay tuned!  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-85168011850075935442011-05-13T17:43:00.000-05:002011-05-13T17:43:20.079-05:00

  Happy Saturday:)  Thought I'd grab a few shots of my fun finds at River Market Antiques.  I love grabbing props here and there for future clients.  See, I'm thinking about YOU:)  Wont these be so cute for a 40's session?!?!?!  Can't wait to use them!  Evie Love the details on these vintage gloves! What man wouldn't look dapper in this vintage bow tie?:)

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-61954226866298691752011-05-11T09:17:00.000-05:002011-05-11T09:17:09.505-05:00

  I just can't believe how fast time goes by.  Our baby-Jael is turning five.  I took her on a two part birthday photo shoot.  Here's some of my favorites....              She LOVED the movie, "Tangled" this year so I thought it would be fun to dress up like Rapunzel:) If you haven't seen the movie yet-GO RENT IT!  It's super cute:) In the movie, Rapunzel's weapon of choice is her frying pan

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-36362364234045937352011-05-10T15:06:00.000-05:002011-05-10T15:06:58.864-05:00

 I've had one of those mornings when nothing is going right.  I'm sure you've been there before.  And when I become on the fritz, I like to bake.  To just sift, stir, and bake my troubles away at 350 degrees:)  It seems to help no matter if it's SO wrong to eat because I'm on a diet:(   Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-25136254582689261412011-05-06T18:36:00.000-05:002011-05-06T18:36:08.107-05:00

  My baby girl is turning five soon.  Sniff, sniff.  I LOVE shooting birthday sessions of my kids.  It's great to look back and see how fast they grow. This year she loved the movie, "Tangled" so I thought it would be fun to do some shots as Rapunzel.  Here's a sneak peek till her real birthday:)  Evie                             It's kinda crazy how close her hair color actually is compared to

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-63869670362453836472011-05-05T19:58:00.000-05:002011-05-05T19:58:10.899-05:00

  Is it possible to go shopping for summer shorts and walk out with a "few" boxes of shoes instead?  Yum, you bet ya;)  I can't be the only one this has happened to.  I blame my girl DNA.  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-77215829216117596862011-05-04T08:50:00.000-05:002011-05-04T08:50:59.780-05:00

  I finally made an appointment to get my eyes checked out.  It had been years since I'd seen an eye doctor.  Since fourth grade to be exact;)  I ended up picking this pair out....   I really only have to wear them when I edit.  Which is great news for Brian because he does NOT like me in them.  I keep telling him I look smarter, but he disagrees with me.  Not that that should surprise me,

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-61769371449679997062011-05-03T07:51:00.000-05:002011-05-03T07:51:07.140-05:00

  Today is my Dad's birthday!  I have no clue how old he is, but frankly, I have trouble remembering how old I am most days;)  Dad, I hope you have a wonderful day!  I love you-your favorite child...Evie:)

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-38538077106394018312011-05-02T13:50:00.000-05:002011-05-02T13:50:36.900-05:00

  Last Friday was GORGEOUS out! I decided to take this pretty face with me and do some location scouting. One thing I love about living in Southern Missouri is that there's lots of field/creek/old barns to choose from.  The real question is, when can you trespass;)  lol I wasn't palnning on posting these, but it's so yucky out today.  I needed to remind myself, nice sunny days will be here again

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-3308926067162421942011-04-27T11:53:00.000-05:002011-04-27T11:53:36.902-05:00

  I woke up this morning to a cold and wet rainy day.  I hate rainy days.  Give me sunshine every day and I'll be good to go:)  Oh, and did I forget to mention I slept in and didn't go running?  Ugh.  Not feeling very motivated that's for sure.  I walked to the kitchen to get my first cup of coffee when I noticed something.  My little pig with wings.  I bought this little piggie about a year ago

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-81411563241766324252011-04-23T10:56:00.002-05:002011-04-29T17:16:22.978-05:00

  Last week the kids and I decided to dye eggs.  It was my first time with the kids:)  Couldn't help but take a few pics of our night... Took the glitter and glue outside to the back yard;)

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-40876897684170042002011-04-21T09:05:00.002-05:002011-04-21T09:31:25.708-05:00

  Last weekend I had the chance to second shoot for the first time with my older brother, Phillip Westbrook. (816.804.5340 or SacredDayPhotography@gmail.com)  I was really excited to work together for the first time:)  I knew he was going to do a terriffic job.  But most importantly, I knew we were gonna have fun shooting togther.  It was the first wedding for both of us to have our new Canon 5D

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-87757915920337751072011-04-20T15:43:00.000-05:002011-04-20T15:43:41.135-05:00

  Today I had the pleasure of helping out in my sons classroom.  They are working on a special project for Granparents Day.  It's all about their favorite part about them.  So, I had to take one picture of their cute face, then a picture of what part they love most about them.  My son, Hayden picked his brain:)  He also thought it would be clever to tape a math problem over his brain for a prop. 

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-21486206710120701422011-04-18T21:28:00.000-05:002011-04-18T21:28:09.750-05:00

  Wanted to share one quick sneak peek from a wedding this past weekend.  More coming later this week:)      -Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-66182738785598412342011-04-14T10:19:00.000-05:002011-04-14T10:19:11.508-05:00

  Good morning:)  I decided after seeing myself on video (see here) I REALLY REALLY needed to get back into running and yoga.  So, today is the day!  Jael (my daughter) and I had such a fun time getting our yoga on:)  I forgot how much I actually enjoy it.  Double bonus!  She looked too adorable not to grab my camera (and my new wide angle lens) and get some shots.  If you had this girl next to

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-21386980024063756072011-04-13T08:22:00.000-05:002011-04-13T08:22:19.133-05:00

  If you know me at all, you know, I know pretty much nada when it comes to a gardening.  But, I LOVE planting!  This year (which is my second year..lol) I decided to plant strawberries.  I got a "hankerin'" as my husband would call it, about two months ago to start my garden in my house.  You know, in those little cute terra cotta pots that you put on your window sill.  So, a few weeks ago, they

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-72207832071041653542011-04-12T12:19:00.000-05:002011-04-12T12:19:00.622-05:00

  Wow...nothing gives you motivation to lose weight like seeing yourself on video..ugh.  Oh well, that's life:)  HAPPY BIRTHDAY LEAH!!!!  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-31334813866324478632011-04-11T09:20:00.001-05:002011-04-11T09:28:50.335-05:00

  Yesterday after church I had the dreaded chore of changing out all the winter clothes to spring/summer clothes.  The biggest part of it is when I change out my daughter, Jael's clothes.  While working, I opened up her Angelina Ballerina Dance Studio and found something...umm, very interesting.  A picture.  A picture of what looks like her kissing a boy named, "Sab."  All I could do is smile and

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-37537600146448228122011-04-09T21:54:00.000-05:002011-04-09T21:54:54.171-05:00

  Now normally when I go to the mall I love going into Forever 21.  However it's a constant reminder I am no longer 21.  I'm 30.  And I'm ok with that.  But I've decided instead of pulling muscles when trying on a article of clothing in which I'm really not even for sure if it's a dress or a shirt, I really just need to stick to the cheap jewelry when I'm there.  I was shopping with a friend (Hi

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-39511577702653204112011-04-08T09:44:00.000-05:002011-04-08T09:44:11.482-05:00

  It's not every day I get to shoot a senior girl that LOVES to work on cars:)  Hannah literally worked on a car a few days before so she could bring a tank top with grease on it to the session. This session was way fun!  Here's some of my personal favorites....

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-4214620139504691942011-04-07T08:25:00.000-05:002011-04-07T10:54:29.256-05:00

  I'm not even done editing all the images from this session, but I couldn't help but post one even before the Sneak Peek post;)  It was such a fun session, thanks to my previous boss, Aaron:)   He let us come over and use his classic 56 Chevy Bel Air!  THANKS AARON!!! (let me know when your camaro's done...lol) Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-32500651961756023112011-04-06T08:25:00.000-05:002011-04-06T09:22:24.685-05:00

  Good morning all:)  It's SO gorgeous outside!  I'm headed out to work in my garden, so I thought I'd blog early in the day.  I like to keep you on your toes;)  So, without further delay, here's my favorites from the Nelson family.... If you haven't read my last post, Michael and Amy have their own photographycompany in the Atlanta area. Please check out their work here:)

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-36690447872710252972011-04-05T21:42:00.000-05:002011-04-05T21:42:02.135-05:00

  You thought I was gonna forget to blog today, didn't you?:)  Well, yes, I am a little late today but I just got back into town from a long weekend back up in KC.  Thought I'd give you a Sneak Peek from one of my sessions.....   This is one of my dearest friends from high school:)  Amy and her husband, Michael have a photography company I'd love for you to check out if you're in the Atlanta area

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-15732326616470261012011-03-30T16:32:00.000-05:002011-03-30T16:32:10.046-05:00

  Thought I'd do something different today.  I'm going to start a "fun fact" post.  Basically, I love knowing pointless facts.  It's sad to say, but those are the things that stick in my brain.  So, here's fun fact #1, I ALWAYS wear my hair up when I shoot.  Pony tail or a bun.  I have long locks, but you'll never see them:)  I'm so scared that one long piece of my hair will fly up and get in the

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-26093828554288066322011-03-29T09:23:00.000-05:002011-03-29T09:26:14.501-05:00

  First let me start off by saying Josey is waaaay cooler than I will ever be.  He has an amazing voice!  Check out his band, Kindergarten Kasualties here.  Ok, now back to his pictures...:)  We met up in downtown Springfield and found some really cool spots.  Despite the fact that it was REALLY windy and cold, I think we got some cool images.  Here's some of my favorites.... Hope you

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-72876493455787724452011-03-24T14:58:00.000-05:002011-03-24T14:58:47.880-05:00

  So I've been running around all day cleaning and packing (and filing an accident claim with our insurance...boo) like a mad woman.  My parents are headed here tonight from out of town to stay the weekend to babysit our two kids.  We will be headed to Tulsa with our church youthgroup kids for Acquire The Fire.  I'm saying allll this to say, poor Jael has not been home schooled very well today. 

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-1916276010345370792011-03-23T08:25:00.000-05:002011-03-23T08:25:24.872-05:00

  Last week I met up with Ashley in Raymore.  We started a little later than we thought we would so we had to shoot fast, but I'm not gonna complain, because I LOVE ASHLEY!!!!  I knew Ashley from years ago, so it was great catching up while we shot.  Here's a few of my favorite.... *Wanna say a BIG thanks, to Phil Westbrook for helping me on this session.  Ok, the next three

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-46101797182521069192011-03-22T04:11:00.000-05:002011-03-22T04:11:33.512-05:00

  Every now and then I just can't sleep, therefore, I blog.  So, it's 4:02am and here I sit editing a picture of my garlic I took yesterday in my garden.  I love getting my hands dirty!  Plus, who doesn't love free veggies and fruits;)  Hope everyone else out there is getting some shut eye. evie:)

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-31529202374907881942011-03-21T08:47:00.000-05:002011-03-21T08:47:06.186-05:00

  Happy Monday!  Man, the weekends go by fast!  Ok, here's the full post on the GORGEOUS Brittany!  Here's a few of my favorites....

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-5827210857092565492011-03-20T08:48:00.000-05:002011-03-20T08:48:59.856-05:00

  I can't express to you how much I loathe winter and LOVE spring.  So, with today being the first day of spring, I'm beyond excited!!!!  Bring on the tulips, warm days outside that I can home school, cotton dresses and planting my seedlings into my garden.  Oh yeah, and more photography!!!!:)  Here's a pic from last weeks session.  I was in mucho need of some color.  I went to the Goodwill and

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-12847322284684514372011-03-19T11:35:00.000-05:002011-03-19T11:35:30.626-05:00

  Don't hate me, but here's another Sneak Peek:)  I promise I'll have more for ya later!  Hope your Saturday is filled with sunshine:)  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-38626709264229541572011-03-18T08:55:00.000-05:002011-03-18T08:55:05.672-05:00

  Hi guys:)  It's been a looooooong winter.  So ready to get back in the swing of things!  Actually I had a few sessions this past week that I'm excited to blog about.  First I have to edit them though;)  Here's one I grabbed while uploading...love the light in it. 

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-7799976381362540462011-02-14T08:33:00.000-06:002011-02-14T08:33:16.796-06:00

  It's the best day everrrrrrrrrrrr!  OK, sorry I'm quoting SpongeBob this early in the morning, but it is!  I love Valentines day!  I know I said I would not be blogging this winter, but I wanted to share a few images from this past weekend.  My husband, Brian took me to Kansas City and we had a wonderful time.  We stayed at the gorgeous Hotel Philips.  And we were in walking distance of a new

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-73966970553978410582010-12-18T10:03:00.000-06:002010-12-18T10:06:18.265-06:00

  If my blog were my baby, I'd be a bad Mom.  As in I have not been feeding and changing it's diaper.  I'm at a point right now, where I REALLY have to work on branding my business.  I have lots of new changes coming up for 2011.  I'm getting a new website, new prices, new second shooter, new camera (thank you Jesus) new goals, and a new blog!  I really want 2011 to be a productive year, so I'm

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-8413972922245020362010-12-07T19:14:00.000-06:002010-12-07T19:14:40.420-06:00

   My sister, Leah sent my kids this e card she used with Jib Jab.  It was so funny to see our faces in it.  Thought I'd share.....http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/WPfyKNxAWe76IGlrpw0a

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-83678284484850824832010-12-06T08:24:00.000-06:002010-12-06T08:24:44.719-06:00

  Ok, brace yourself....I've never posted this many images in one post.  Grab your coffee and take a break.  I traveled to the St.Louis area a week ago and had the pleasure of capturing Britni and Daniels big day:)  Here's some of my favorites....                                                          The details.... Love this moment Britni had with her Mom. I was

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-1186627949422372632010-12-01T07:59:00.000-06:002010-12-01T07:59:32.763-06:00

                                          Here's the rest of Morgan's second senior shoot:)  She sewed this costume for Halloween and thought it would be fun to wear again:)  We headed down to the local river and met a real captain;)  It was pretty cold out that day which reminded me I hate shooting in cold weather!  It's that time of year when I gotta put my camera up until warmer days are here

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-76767901722071994082010-11-30T19:16:00.000-06:002010-11-30T19:16:36.642-06:00

                                              Morgan can't help it, she's just this cool......

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-63151673231203564912010-11-30T08:53:00.000-06:002010-11-30T08:53:06.190-06:00

  My last wedding I had the pleasure of working with my older brother, Phil.  He's has a degree in cinematography and is breaking into weddings:)  It was a lot of fun working with him and can't wait to see his video!!!!  Here's a pic I got of him talking to my husband (and amazing assistant:)) Brian about something deep and life changing I'm sure;) Phil is also helping me out with updating my

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-43222474557168565112010-11-29T15:02:00.000-06:002010-11-29T15:27:09.363-06:00

  I was in St.Louis last weekend for a wedding, but had the chance to meet up with an old friend from elementary school and take her kids pictures.  They did awesome for me!  It was cold and windy so I didn't blame them for not wanting to pose for too long.  Taylor and Chase, you guys are ADORABLE!!!!

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-45337295840742483532010-11-18T10:10:00.000-06:002010-11-18T10:18:54.071-06:00

  I'm sooooooo excited to blog this today:)  My AMAZING niece, Morgan is super duper talented when it comes to anything artsy.  She can paint, sew, design, act, bake and even run cross country:)  She loves learning about different countries and languages.  She is stoked because she has been accepted to be a foreign exchange student overseas for a year.  However it's costing an arm and a leg to

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-15677151604155919532010-11-17T13:44:00.000-06:002010-11-17T13:44:21.707-06:00

  I recently bought a Michael Buble Christmas cd, and it's put me in the Christmas spirit.  I reeeeeeeally wanted to put up my tree.  I was good for a couple of days, but then I figured, I'm an adult.  I can put up the tree when I want to:)  So, Jael (my daughter) and I put on music and got down to business.... Every year the day after Christmas I run to Target and get a few ornaments super

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-91548617257612619232010-11-14T08:12:00.000-06:002010-11-14T08:12:11.759-06:00

  Yesterday I was really in the mood to put up our Christmas tree, but settled for trying to take our Christmas card picture instead.  First though I needed to find the self timer button on my camera.  I've had my camera a little over a year now and have never needed to know where it was until yesterday.  And of course then I couldn't help but keep pressing the 10 second self timer button and run

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-5123936135227874432010-11-13T08:08:00.000-06:002010-11-13T08:08:47.417-06:00

  It's early.  I'm up eating peanut butter cookies that I made last night and my kids are watching SpongeBob.  Gotta love Saturday's:)  I had a great day yesterday!  Lots of great things happened right after another, but one that I can share with you is the beloved arrival of my new Kelly Moore Bag!  I have been wanting one of these lens bags for a while now.  I'm at the point where I need one,

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-47599462951789850792010-11-12T09:25:00.000-06:002010-11-12T09:25:51.747-06:00

  Happy Friday:) I thought it was time for a "I Dig It" post.  This video makes me smile:)  My Mom actually shared this with me last time I was visiting my folks.  Enjoy:)  Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-57392550190840602492010-11-11T14:10:00.000-06:002010-11-11T14:10:13.101-06:00

  Today's recipe is from CopyKat.com.  I got this recipe about 9 years ago off this site.  It's super easy and yummy most importantly:)  Here's all you need.... 1 Pint of Heavy Cream 1 Stick of Butter 2 Tbsp. Cream Cheese 1/2 -3/4 C. Parmesan Cheese 1 tsp. Garlic Powder OK, here's how I roll.....in the saucepan, combine the butter.....     and the heavy cream.... and the cream cheese....(NOTE

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-56738609670650062592010-11-09T20:12:00.000-06:002010-11-10T10:29:26.512-06:00

  OK, I seriously have no clue where to even start.  Maybe I should first tell you, Phil is my older brother.  He has been dating Shannon about 5 years now.  About 2 months ago, Phil said he was going to propose to Shannon.  Of course, I was a little shellfish (lol) and asked if I could photograph it because I've always wanted to shoot something like this.  He said yes, and I started hounding him

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-3166170879308913192010-11-08T08:18:00.000-06:002010-11-08T08:18:15.034-06:00

  Thought I'd make it simple and show this as a short movie.  I'll add single shots later this week and go into details:)  Enjoy! Evie                                    Phillip + Shannon l Surprise Proposal from evie smith on Vimeo.

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-45315851938453168912010-11-07T18:26:00.000-06:002010-11-07T18:26:21.518-06:00

  Hi everybody:)  Hope everyone is having a great day.  I'm in a great mood because the weather today was PERFECT!!!  If only November would always be 70 degrees.  I had a session tonight with a super cute couple.  Thought I'd post one up for them to see.  Kent and Carol, it was a pleasure working with you tonight:) Evie

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-78856357167184263132010-11-05T08:47:00.000-05:002010-11-05T10:47:33.708-05:00

  Happy Friday:)  Let me start off by saying I love this family!  They were so easy to work with.  Seriously, they woudln't stop smiling:)  Amd their little girl, Grace was such a sweetheart.  Her parents had a box of Tic-Tacs to help encourage Grace to smile.  What a great idea....I'm totally stealing it.  OK, here's some of my favorites.... See the orange Tic Tacs hiding in her cute little

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-84990717212126802912010-11-04T08:22:00.000-05:002010-11-04T10:24:56.095-05:00

  This is just a sneak peek, but I'm really excited to share these photos with you.  I had the pleasure of photographing my first surprise engagament session!  Come back Monday to see more:)  Evie                                           Things aren't always as they appear.... It was such a surprise proposal, that I was in camo behind a deer blind hiding out the whole time:) Why do I have such

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1628335609123115604.post-44033267006201748212010-11-03T08:35:00.000-05:002010-11-03T08:35:35.271-05:00

  This is my friend Amy.  She's an awesome baby/child photographer from the KC area.  You can check out her work here.  Her session was a lot of fun because she was up for anything.  Here's a few of my favorites...

Evie Smithnoreply@blogger.com2