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Welcome to my Blog!

This blog is where you will find some of my current work, sneak peeks, studio news, promotions, personal commentary and other fun stuff.  Go grab a latte (and one for me, too please!) and settle in for a while.  Leave me a comment if you are feeling chatty!

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 {Hearts Full}~A special program through which Wild Hearts Photography offers complimentary lifestyle portrait sessions and print/product packages to families that have a child suffering from a critical illness.  Please contact the studio for more information or to schedule an appointment.  View a Hearts Full session here.


What to Wear {Style Guides}

Friday, September 3, 2010

I thought I had posted some of these last year on the blog, but not sure where they are now. Any-whoo…..the styles are all still current and I just LOVE these looks for your photo sessions! Most all of these items or similar ones are available from The Children’s Place, Gap and Old Navy. I think a couple of the jewelry items are from Anthropolgie. But I have to tell you, moms, I am so loving Ruche and Forever21 for totally unique and vintage-inspired looks at bargain prices! Forever21 also has a plus-size division, called Forever21-Faith that has curvy clothes to.die.for!

It’s just so fun to mix it up for your photos! I like to get my clients to have maybe one dressy outfit and one casual or fun/funky outfit. Matchy-matchy, Brady-Bunch-Style is so OUT, man! {I promise, you will LOVE the way your photos look when you plan your outfits this way!}

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Fall Mini Sessions!

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

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I have been wanting to do mini-sessions this whole year, but was not able to make it happen for various reasons. So, I am setting up a date for Fall mini-sessions! These are being advertised as “Back to School” minis, but they are really perfect for anyone wanting a quick session with a nice product package, including your favorite image on a disc! I am planning to host these minis at the Austintown Park on Sunday, September 12th. You are welcome to have your child’s photos done in back-to-school clothes, Halloween, or even Holiday outfits-whatever works for you! I will bring a small selection of my tutus and other fun props to use. These are perfect sessions for children of all ages, with the exception of newborns. These short sessions are not offered for family photos-you will need to book a custom or lifestyle session for that.

I will be taking appointments on a first-come basis and you must prepay your session to hold your spot. I will be starting the sessions around 3:00 and will offer sessions approximately each 30 mins. or so. I may open another Sunday in October for mini-sessions, as well. In the event that the weather does not cooperate, we will either reschedule or you will receive a refund of your payment.

**To purchase a session, please use the Pay Pal button below to pay with credit card or your Pay Pal account. (Note: The mini sessions are for one child-please purchase separate sessions if you have more than one child that you wish to have photographed.)

Contact me at stacey@wildheartsphotography.com or 330-360-5228 for available time slots.

Thanks and Happy Fall! Well, it’s almost here! ;)


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DVD Cases

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Here is a brand new product that is now included with the purchase of complete digital image sets. Not only do you get all of the high-resolution images from your gallery on a disc, but the disc will come in this beautiful, custom designed case. I don’t have one of these babies for myself, yet, and will have to remedy that pronto!

{Also featured in this post is my new, gorgeous, shabby, pink chair that I scored at a yard sale for…….$8!}

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Product Shots {Gorgeous Hair Pieces II}

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

And here they are on a person’s head! Stunning!!!

{Custom designs by The Hair Pretties Mom}

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Product Shots {Gorgeous Hair Pieces}

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Great accessories are a MUST for your photos-especially if you have little girls. These custom pieces were made for me by Melissa of The Hair Pretties Mom. These designs were a collaboration of our ideas for a slightly vintage, “boutique-style” look and I just love how they turned out! My daughters and I will be wearing them for our family portraits coming up next month. Here are some product shots and I will also be posting some more with models wearing them soon.

{Don’t you just love how they match my brand colors?!! But, of course, Mon Amie!}

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Pretty Girls

Monday, August 30, 2010

I LOVED taking these girls’ photos! They are so natural in front of the camera and their mom is super sweet! This time, they also brought along their adorable, little cousin. Add in some awesome tutu outfits and colorful balloons and it’s a perfect session! I think there may some modeling in these girls’ futures! :)

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Commercial Shoot {Akron Children’s Hospital}

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

I had the extreme pleasure of working on a recent ad campaign for the Beeghly Campus of Akron Children’s Hospital. This little boy was the star of the ad and I think he makes a great model! I love that their newest ad campaigns feature real-life people with real-life circumstances. We had a great experience (as great an experience as you can have with a sick child!) with the ACH when our little girl had to go to the ER a couple of years ago. She had some kind of nasty virus and they took wonderful care of her! It’s a comfort to know that we have a local hospital and ER that are dedicated to the care and service of children and their families.

We also got in a couple of shots of this cutie with his big sister, who was equally adorable!

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It’s Coming….

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Fall is the perfect time for family photos-the outdoor backgrounds are beautiful and the cooler temperatures are comfortable. If you want to get in on the fun, please book your session as early as possible since these spots fill up quickly! I have two Saturday session dates available for September-if you would like one of these dates, please contact me asap!

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Pretty New Designs

Monday, August 9, 2010

Here are some pretty and new designs (not pretty new as in “slightly old”, ha, ha!) that are available from the studio. There is a wide array of items here, including: cards, calendars, mini albums, image boxes, DVD cases, and collages. All of them are a beautiful and unique way for you to showcase your favorite images. Samples of these products are available for you to see at your in-home ordering session.

{Please contact the studio if you would like more information on any of these products!}

*These original designs were created by me using many of the fabulous digital products available from Sassy Designs, LTD.

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Molly Maid

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

These images were also taken as part of the commercial shoot that I highlighted in the last blog post. This time they were taken with Katie Burkey, the owner of the Youngstown division of Molly Maid. She was very professional, yet sweet and gracious. Excellent qualities for a business owner to possess, I’m thinking! I totally love the pink and blue color scheme!

{Many more exciting things coming up, so make sure you stay tuned!}

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