Family Foto Fancies::Non Traditional Holiday Cheer::

Merry Christmas to our Family Foto Fancie readers!

Can you believe that it's almost here!!

Let the countdown begin...only 7 more days!

 

Typically when you think of colors for Christmas you think about red and green.

However, it's time to step outta that Christmas box and into the new and upcoming trends of

bright pinks, lime greens, turquoise blues, oranges and golds!!

These fun colors give a new and fun twist on the holidays.

 

non traditional holiday cheer by cheryl-enlow featuring black pants

These fun colors look amazing photographed and would make a very fun Christmas card.
And since these colors are so in right now you could even use your professional pictures as your family pictures to use throughout the year.

Please enjoy your Christmas, hug your loved ones tight and remember the real reason for Christmas.
Happy Birthday Jesus!

Isaiah 9:6
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
 

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Etsy clothing and accessories shoot - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

Laken and Lila with Birdie Baby Boutique shoot. 

Christmas Gift Tags

Happy Holidays, Everyone!  Here are two Christmas gift tags we hope you like.  Just print on card stock paper & cut.  Then you can punch out the holes and string ribbon through or just tape them to your gifts.  Hope Santa comes your way!  For the gift tags, click here.

Family Portraits - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

I love that I get to take pictures like this!  I know this little boy will love looking back and seeing how much his mommy loved playing with him.  :-)

Newborn Portraits - Tampa Photographer

Don't you LOVE this newborn's nursery?  I could barely concentrate on taking pictures...I just wanted to look around.  :-)  This sweet new baby was WIDE awake during our session.  Such a s pretty little girl.

Gift Certificates - Tampa Bay Photographer

Want a gift for the person who has everything?  My gift certificates are such a wonderful Christmas gift for nearly anyone.  Order one today!!! 

Children's Portraits - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

Just a quick one today of this cutie I met recently.  Loved all her silly faces!  :-)

Children's Portraits - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

I love sibling love.  These two are SO cute.  Could have photographed them all day.

Free Thanksgiving Printables

Hi!  My name is Nicole.  I met Christina about four years ago when I found her beautiful photography website.  She was the first to photograph my son at seven weeks.  We fell in love with her instantly.  She has been taking gorgeous family portraits for us every year since.  Christina has enlisted my help to provide inspirational and free printables for you.

Here is an 8x10 scripture Christina chose that you may print out and frame.  The background art on the scripture is courtesy of melstampz.blogspot.com.  The place cards can be printed out on card stock for your Thanksgiving table.  There are four to a page so you can just print multiple pages as needed.  You can fill the names out ahead and then let your family/guests fill in what they are grateful for!

 

Click here for the Scripture.  Click here for the place cards.  Enjoy!

Family Portraits - St. Petersburg Photographer

Loved meeting this family.  Fun people wearing bright colors on the beach is always a great session for me.  :-)  Hope you come back soon!!!

Children's Portraits - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

Too cute!  Such a sweet little girl.  :-) 

Family Portraits - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

Love this family friend who travelled a long way for their Christmas session.  Such perfect kids, my job couldn't have been easier.  :-)

Children's Portraits - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

Can you even take the cuteness of this little boy?  I loved meeting him.  He's so sweet and perfect.  He and his momma had fun together during the shoot and I think their love shows. 

Family Portraits - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

A quick preview for a sweet family I met recently.  Everyone was in town, so they took the opportunity to have their portraits done.  Love capturing special memories for my clients. 

Family Foto Fancies::Capturing the Memories::

With Thanksgiving right around the corner
Nap Time Is The New Happy Hour
and
Christina Higman Photography
want to give you some fashion and photography tips on
How to Capture The Memories This Thanksgiving
Each and every holiday is such a blessing and you want to
 make sure you capture those moments with your family.

Some photos that I suggest that are "must have" fall holiday pictures are:

A picture of the delicious turkey.

Pies, pies and more pies.

The endless amounts of food.

The crazy kitchen mess.

The gorgeous tablescape.

Individual place setting.

Any family heirlooms used throughout the day.

Family portrait.

Mommy and Daddy.

Just the kids.

The holiday atmosphere, fall leaves, crisp air, sunshine.

The after naps.

The men enjoying football.

The never ending hugs and love.

And any decor to make the day extra special.

The week before try and plan out your families outfits so that everyone is matching in some sort of way.
This will make photos look all that more memorable.
Plus, that is one less thing that you have to worry about on the day of Thanksgiving.
I would suggest to pick dark fall colors to compliment the holiday.
Make sure your outfits are comfortable, you will be doing a lot of hustle and bustling around and the last thing you want is for you and your family to be uncomfortable on such a speical day.


Enjoy this Thanksgiving with your families.

 

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Children's Portraits - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

I've been photographing this family for years.  Love watching these little girls grow.  :-)

Maternity Portraits - St. Petersburg, FL Photographer

I love doing maternity pictures on the beach.  For some reason glowing, pretty, soon-to-be mommas and the calm water and scenery go together well.  This couple was so much fun.  Nice meeting you both!

Family Beach Portraits - Madeira Beach Photographer

Loved meeting this sweet family.  Another beautiful evening on Madeira Beach!