Amici Photography Blog http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/ Amici Photography Blog en-us Elly...The Millenium....and beyond.... http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=279&brebeuf-jesuit http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=279&brebeuf-jesuit Sun, 29 Aug 2010 23:49:00 GMT Brebeuf Jesuit Senior PhotographyThis blog post is about Elly, but each time I photograph a senior I have known for a long time, it makes me kinda weepy:( Weepy that it just seems to be going so fast. Each and every year seems to be going in warp speed and I can't catch my breath. We, my family and I, met Elly's family in 1997 or 1998. The kids played soccer together on a couple of different teams. We enjoyed each others company and spent time together as the kids grew. Elly's family has a home on Lake Maxinkuckee and when it was time to ring in the new Millenium, we did so with the Hahn family (and a boatload of other folks!). I have vivid memories of the crazy discussions we had about what might happen at the stroke of midnight....we all wondered if anything, or everything would crash!!! Of course nothing happened, but my other vivid memory of that New Year was of 13-15 kids running crazy around the lake house, cooking Chicken Parmigiana for a house full of people, and laughing all night long.

So I couldn't just post an image of the current Elly....I had to go back to the archives to the crazy night of the New Millenium....Elly, front and center...seeming to be enjoying a glass of champagne (or sparkling white grape juice). And it appears that she may be singing!!! And to cap off the photo...a few DeTrude and Haseley children!


Alright...so back to Elly. Fast forward nine years later and we have Elly starting her senior year at Brebeuf Jesuit. She is a lovely young lady, just as she was ten years ago. Still playing soccer, enjoying her family and thinking about her future plans.


Here are those shots for your dad:) It is a great backdrop!




And I know there seem to be quite a few of the blue striped shirt...but Elly, your eyes just POP with it on:) And remember that cruddy wall with the vines....photo on the right:) It was wonderful being with you guys again. I look forward to seeing you in a few weeks!



]]> Dear Mr. Hartline.... http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=278&zionsville-high-school-senior-photography http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=278&zionsville-high-school-senior-photography Sat, 28 Aug 2010 22:50:00 GMT Zionsville Senior PhotographyI'm sure Taylor's father is thinking about new locks for his front door....who wouldn't when your daughter is such a stunner!! I'm sorry Mr. Hartline, but you and your wife are the responsible parties!! Taylor is such a sweetheart. Willing to go the extra mile for some great shots. She was most concerned about her serious shots....but as you can see, she did great!! She has wonderful style.......I'm not sure which of the 48 outfits I liked best:) (Kidding....but I did love them all!!!)




This dress was absolutely adorable and perfect for showing off Taylor's LONG legs....I asked her to strut her stuff. She had a couple of false starts but BAM!!! She nailed it a few moments later.


Too cute.


And finally the black dress. It was soooooo cute. I loved all the layers. When I brought up both of these images I thought of a young Christie Brinkley. And if you have to ask who Christie Brinkley is....call me....we need to schedule your senior pictures!!!


]]> Back from Iraq http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=277&back-from-iraq http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=277&back-from-iraq Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:03:00 GMT

Indianapolis Family Photography

Back in November I had the pleasure of meeting up with Shoshana Brady and her children, Haley and Joshua. I photographed Shoshana and her children as a gift for her husband who was serving in Iraq with the National Guard. Haley had just turned five and Josh was two. And now...nearly a year later, the family is complete again. Miss Haley is five and three quarters...and Joshua an energetic two and three quarters...all according to Haley!! Jason made his way home safe and sound and it was such an honor to photograph them as a complete unit (military pun intended!). Congratulations Brady Family...... and Welcome Home Jason.


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]]> Flying with Grant.... http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=276&zionsville http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=276&zionsville Sun, 22 Aug 2010 20:26:00 GMT

Zionsville Senior Photography

Grant has a passion for flying....so where do you go??? The airport!! DUH! The folks out at Indianapolis Executive Airport could not have been nicer. The airport conveniently sits at the northern end of Zionsville. They let us use a plane out on the tarmac and even asked us if we needed it to be moved for better photographic positioning!!! Too cool! As is Grant in these photos.....even though I like the color photos...I think the black and whites are AWESOME!!! (I'm allowed to brag a bit!)


Yup...I'm likin' these!


Wheels up and we were moving on to Main Street. Lighting is always great here anytime of day. A billion places to shoot and when you have gorgeous blue eyes it really helps too!


The momma shots.


Grant plays tennis for Zionsville and we had to go out to the courts to get a few of those. Fortunately the guys have three matches coming up this week so we can get in a few more. You were wonderful Grant!! Thanks Betsy for a fun afternoon....and no weeping when you see this. Perhaps I should have put that at the start of the post:)



]]> Greek Goddess Divine..... http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=275&greek-goddess-divine http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=275&greek-goddess-divine Sat, 21 Aug 2010 20:53:00 GMT

Carmel High School Senior Photography

Greek families are a lot like Italian families. They are usually loving, loud, fun, and full of life. This family and their senior, Zoe, were no exception. As soon they got out of the car and said hello I felt as though I knew them already. We started with a few family images and then moved on to Zoe's senior shots. Wonderful afternoon even though it had rained all morning. Zoe's dad just looks like a very proud man...who wouldn't be, look at the women he hangs out with:)




Love it!


And then Zoe's dad and sister hit the road to leave us with the task of getting Zoe in the zone. I love seniors who enjoy every minute of the senior photography experience. Zoe grinned from ear to ear. When I asked for the serious shot...WOW!!! And then 3.2 milliseconds later she was cracking up!


Zoe is in the process of applying and deciding on schools for next year. Her two top choices...University of Cincinnati and Arizona State University. She is planning on studying Interior Design (she admits to moving furniture often!). I'm sure the student body of either school would be thrilled to have her...and I believe I might know a few guys in Arizona who might offer to help move her in to her freshman dorm if necessary. HA!


Zoe you are so stinkin' cute!


Lots of LOVE for the Black and White:)


When I feel my seniors will ham it up for me I will ask to see their goofy side. Or as Zoe's mom, Karen, suggested...their "whimsical" side:) Either way...this girl can bring goofy/whimsical!!


Zoe...I am in love with both of these images.....just saying.


She's working on her "Blue Steel".......against the steel door...while wearing blue!


Zoe....you totally rocked this session. It was wonderful hanging out with you, your momma, dad and sister.


Zoe::Carmel High School, Carmel IN

Possible School Choices:: ASU and University of Cincy
Last song played:: Dave Matthews
Favorite Clothing store:: Free People
Last book read not for a class:: The Uglies Series (very cool books)
Personal Pet Peeve:: People who try to be who they aren't just to fit in
Person you would like to meet:: Christ
What you appreciate about your parents:: How understanding and forgiving they are
School Activities:: Dance Marathon, Freshmen Mentor Program, Greek Youth, Photography/Drawing classes (I like this one!)
Three words that describe you:: Energetic, Passionate, Excited (Agreed!)

]]> Shelby...Brad called...he LOVES your pictures:) http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=274&zionsville-high-school http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=274&zionsville-high-school Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:28:00 GMT Zionsville Senior PhotographyNow Miss Shelby took a few minutes to warm up and work herself into the "straight face", which usually ended with her cracking up, however; she worked it all out FANTASTICALLY!!! Shelby you are adorable and so sweet to work with. The fact that you're a country music fan, and mentioned Brad Paisley first, is alright. I do love Brad but after seeing Keith Urban again this past weekend....WOWSER!!! Sorry....back to Shelby.

Great outfits, lovely smile, wonderful girl...put them all together and this is what you get. BAM!



Lovely smiles on the left....simmering look on the right:)



Thank you Cindy and Shelby for a fun afternoon. I love what I do and it's my clients who make it that way:)


]]> Don't wait..... http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=273&zionsville-family-photography http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=273&zionsville-family-photography Tue, 17 Aug 2010 19:40:00 GMT Zionsville Family PhotographyI remember a long time ago a conversation that I had with my mother. It wasn't necessarily a conversation as much as it was a screaming/crying/all out bawling fest. It was a few months after my father had died and my mother was yelling at me with bulging, tear-stained eyes that I didn't understand her grief. I couldn't understand it. And I told her, "You're right. I don't understand....I lost my father. I didn't lose my husband of twenty-seven years, you did". It was at that distinct moment that I recall learning another of life's huge lessons. Everyone's grief is different....no two people grieve the same.

It has been nearly two years since I photographed The Williams Family. When I did so, Dr. Williams was battling cancer....and giving it quite a fight. Sadly, Steve Williams succumbed to the evil disease that took my father as well.

So I was thrilled recently when Kay Williams emailed to say that she wanted updated family photos taken. She wanted photos that showed her family's current life, after Steve, and I couldn't have been more thrilled. Kay was married to a man who loved to laugh.....and now, nearly two years later, she was enjoying that laughter again. I know Kay would tell you if she could, (she's so quiet and shy it would be hard for her)....she would tell you.....

"DON"T WAIT TO TAKE THOSE FAMILY PHOTOS, YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT'S AROUND THE BEND!!"

Her family today....


Caroline and Thomas.....


Miss Caroline....see, you look cute when you strut your stuff!!



Strong, independent.....and piggyback rides:)



The momma shots.....


Their mother will do almost anything for a laugh......


Discussing dinner plans....Sushi? Cobblestone? McDonald's?



What I want everyone to understand, is that we all can come up with great reasons not be photographed...."I would love to lose a few pounds" ...or "I just can't find the time to get everyone together"....or, "Maybe when the weather gets better". I've heard it all. I've also heard all the comments after the photo shoots, "I'm so glad we did this"...or "We haven't had photos done for ten years and now I love looking at those images". What are you waiting for...call me.

There is laughter after grief....thank you for sharing that life lesson with me Kay. When I was editing the images, I came across this "tree poem" that I think sums up your spirit.


Think Like a Tree
by Karen I. Shragg

Soak up the sun
Affirm life's magic
Be graceful in the wind
Stand tall after a storm
Feel refreshed after it rains
Grow strong without notice
Be prepared for each season
Provide shelter to strangers
Hang tough through a cold spell
Emerge renewed at the first signs of spring
Stay deeply rooted while reaching for the sky
Be still long enough to
hear your own leaves rustling.



]]> Dear Heidi http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=272&zionsville-heidi-photography http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=272&zionsville-heidi-photography Mon, 16 Aug 2010 22:22:00 GMT Zionsville Senior Photography Dear Heidi,
I know you have probably checked this blog 3,492 times today to see if I posted your images:) I wanted you to know that I learned an amazing lesson yesterday as we walked around the museum grounds. You taught me that a HUGE spirit can be packed into a beautiful young woman. Your story........

Heidi was born weighing in at 13 oz. You read that correctly folks. Thirteen ounces. Over the next year in the hospital, Heidi would become stronger and eventually her parents would take her home. They would spend the next seventeen years raising Heidi to become the strong, caring, and kind young woman she is. As Heidi begins her senior year of high school she is enrolled in numerous classes that begin at the crack of dawn. Her day progresses later into the afternoon and then she heads off to track where she focuses on the 100 and 200 meter. When she isn't training for her team she can be found managing the cross country team. And because I know her family...and I've been stalking your Facebook page....I also know that she is active in her Lutheran religion. All of these things are what make Heidi who she is and there is soooo much more. She is a color coordinated queen and a pro at putting very stylish outfits together. From the earrings in her ears to the shoes on her feet, this girl was perfection:)

Heidi, you are a lovely young woman and I am honored to be your photographer. I enjoyed my afternoon with your mom, you and your HUGE spirit!







The last image is a favorite...... just because you tried so hard to give me the "serious" face, and you did! You were just meant to smile though:) See you soon.


Favorite Color: Fuschia
Favorite Music: Anything Country and Contemporary Christian
Favorite Book: The Going to Bed Book by Sandra Boyton (Heidi's dad set the book to music and would sing it to her at night)


]]> They grow up so....sniff...sniff....fast! http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=271&they-grow-up-so-sniff-sniff-fast http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=271&they-grow-up-so-sniff-sniff-fast Mon, 09 Aug 2010 16:59:00 GMT Zionsville Senior PhotographyI have to throw out the first three pictures as a look back....Chad and his buddies from Eagle Elementary were such a great group of kids. And now that he and my son....along with the rest of their classmates....are seniors this year, I can't help but ask, "WHERE IN THE WORLD DID THE TIME GO!!!" Seriously. It really does feel like yesterday that they were all entering school. I can't believe that we are at senior year. (This is where the sniffles come in.....sniff) So as the next few months go on I know that I will see plenty of those Eagle/Pleasantview kids that played soccer, baseball and basketball together. And I'm really looking forward to it.


Basketball circa January 2001


Soccer Spring 2001


Eagle Elementary, May 2002....Itty Bitty 500. (note my child has his eyes closed for the photograph!)


Chad circa 2010:) Chad has played soccer these many years and will play his last season with the Zionsville Eagles this year. He just returned from a six week immersion program in Spain with the Indiana University Honors Program. He is an accomplished piano player and a good cook! Ladies are we paying attention??? Stellar good looks can't hurt either, right?


When I suggested going out to the farm Chad was a bit reluctant. Once he realized I was going to have him go romping through wheat fields, he was just fine:)



Yup....your mother was right. Blue does look good on you!


The accomplished piano player. And Chad...don't forget to check out the music from "LOST"...it really does sound like that Ben Folds tune.


These images crack me up....I said something about Abercrombie and his mom started laughing and said, "Chad do the Abercrombie look!" He started doing the smooth moves and I am surprised the images came out since I was laughing so hard!!! I'm not sure if you look sexy or you have a headache!!! HA!


And finally...after we had completed Chad's shoot his mom insisted that I have lunch with them. Chad was whipping up a few items (he doesn't really wear the apron...he was making his mother happy)....and I have to say, Chad's family has now set the bar for how to take care of your photographer:) If anyone else would like to try and top them, please feel free to try!!!
Thank you Chad and Anne. It was wonderful seeing both of you and catching up on our lives. I look forward to seeing all of you soon.


]]> Jordan & Bradley :: Vermont Wedding http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=270&jordan-and-bradley-vermont-wedding http://ww.amiciphotoblog.com/?postID=270&jordan-and-bradley-vermont-wedding Sun, 08 Aug 2010 17:54:00 GMT Vermont Wedding PhotographerSitting in the Burlington, Vermont airport waiting for my plane home....I wish my laptop had the capacity for the hundreds of images there are of this wedding. And if I only had the energy to blog about it!! It was such a great weekend and we all know that Jordan ... Bradley will have a lifetime of fun and adventure. More to come tomorrow...enjoy these for now:)










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