Simply You Photography

2011-09-04T23:17:00.000-07:00

2011-09-04T23:05:00.000-07:00

I have really been enjoying shooting senior pictures lately, they are all so full of life, ambition, hope and beauty. If this girl doesn't scream all of that how about if you knew she was going to high school and nursing school at the same time, then after high school she wants to continue on to be a pediatric doctor. YOU GO GIRL! Beth is actually my husbands best friend from high schools little sis, and now my little brother and her go to school together. Beth, make all your dreams come true!

Charise | Scottsdale Arizona Special Event Phtogorapher

2011-09-04T22:59:00.000-07:00

I did Charises senior pictures last year, her mom contacted me again to take her LAST set of dance pictures before she went off to college! Charise is a VERY talented dancer and has a real passion for it.

Little Mermaid themed dance

Jason & Danielle | Mesa Arizona Engagement Photogrpaher

2011-09-04T22:53:00.000-07:00

Danielle is my long time friends sister, it was so fun to be able to hang out with her and her fiance for the evening (even though it was probably 110 degrees) They are so cute together, and are so nice!

Nick & Valerie | Florence Arizona Couples Photographer

2011-09-04T22:47:00.001-07:00

Nick and Valerie are some good friends of my family. I did their e-pics a few years back and they hadn't had pictures done since their wedding, so it was fun doing them again :)

Ahmed & Jen Engagement Party | Mesa Arizona Photographer

2011-09-04T22:44:00.001-07:00

This super fun Engagement party was at Toby Keith's Bar and Grill, such a fuuuun place! These two were hilarious and Jen has one off those laughs where you hear it and you cant help but smile from ear to ear. I was obsessed with the facct that they served the beer in mason jars, FUN.

Cody & Nikki | Scottsdale Arizona Wedding Photographer

2011-09-04T22:36:00.003-07:00

These two were made for each other... sooooo cute together. They got married on a cruise early this year, then had a family reception in Scottsdale this summer, it was alot of fun hanging out with them for the afternoon. Congrats guys!

update :)

2011-09-04T22:28:00.000-07:00

This is Shannon, and she is beautiful! She is a senior at Queen Creek High, she was so much fun to take pictures of.

UPDATE!

2011-05-17T18:10:00.000-07:00

I have many sessions i need to blog, but for now this will be a little update :) I am now a Mrs. yay! finally!

I am also still in Arizona, yay! My sweet husband injured himself in boot camp and is healing for the time being :) so until he goes back,, I will be here!

I will be booking sessions through the summer and will start booking for family fall sessions in August! :) I hope his post finds everyone well!

Here are some wonderful wedding photos by Cherie Mas to drool over! :D

Thank you everyone for all your love and support! I cant wait to get back into the swing of photography - my passion!

IMPORTANT UPDATE

2011-01-17T12:22:00.000-07:00

UPDATE: sorry everyone i have been MIA, im afraid that is how it is going to be for a while, My sweet fiance left for boot camp and I am planning our wedding for this spring when he returns, I am only taking limited sessions from now until we move to where he will be stationed - so what does this mean? BOOK NOW, I will be moving around June/July, depending on where he is stationed I may or may not start again. But I will always book sessions when I am back in arizona!

so just to sum everything up..

I am only taking limited sessions from now until june/july
I WILL be moving
I will book sessions in AZ when I visit
BOOK NOW, I am filling up fast!

Thanks to all my wonderful family, friend and my amazing clients for the awesome past few years! I hope i can continue to do what I love for years to come, whether it is here in AZ or elsewhere in the country/world!

Please feel free to contact me via e-mail to check my availability, and for my current pricing: kelseaelwood@yahoo.com

here are a few of our awesome engagement pictures done by the fabulous Cherie Mask of Cherie Mask Photography

new news...

2010-12-28T15:16:00.000-07:00

There will be some changes and announcements coming soon - so stay tuned! :)

Scharich Maternity | Queen Creek Arizona Maternity Photographer

2010-12-28T15:14:00.000-07:00

I love this family - I love watching little families grow - I love the smile on a mothers face - I love a new sisters grin.

Smith Family | Gilbert Arizona Family Photographer

2010-12-12T19:02:00.001-07:00

This shoot had a rought start but a very happy ending.. s o that was good :) this family was so cute and fun to work with and little S & B were so cute! Thanks guys!

Jessica & Little M | Gilbert Arizona Family Photographer

2010-12-12T18:59:00.001-07:00

Oh boy, Jessica and her cute little daughter were so fun to take pictures of.. And little M is only 2 (almost 3..) but still she looks like she is 4 or 5.. and she is such a sweetheart.. she worked the camera the WHOLE time.. Thankd guys!!!

Seiff Family | Queen Creek Arizona Family Photographer

2010-12-12T18:54:00.000-07:00

I have known autummn since she was pregnant with little peyton, and boy is he cuuuuuute! Just a little side not he was 11.8 POUNDS when he was born.. ah!

Elwood Family | Queen Creek Family Photogrpaher

2010-12-12T18:51:00.002-07:00

Well here you all go, me and my fabulous family!! Let me tell you it is the HARDEST thing to get my family all together on a weekday for more than 15 minutes.. and I have never been good at taking 'self portraits' so this was quite the adventure... we had one good thing going for us.. our good looks.. :P

Stoltz Family | Queen Creek Arizona Fmaily Photographer

2010-12-12T18:34:00.002-07:00

Remember the beautiful Jera and her fiance James? Well here is the whole clan.. (jeras family) We had alot of fun taking pictures,they are such a fun family.. then i locked my keys in the truck... and i was so embarrassed.. good thing I love only 5 minutes from the place.. Thanks guys for waiting with me and being such wonderful clients!

Magill Maternity | Florence Arizona Maternity Photographer

2010-12-11T15:13:00.002-07:00

Amanda contacted me a few months back to get her maternity pictures done - i was so excited when the day finally came to do them.. Her and her hubby are so sweet and that baby is going to be so loved! not to mention he will be so handsome!

Jackson/Rust Family | Queen Creek Arizona Family photogrpaher

2010-12-11T15:13:00.001-07:00

I met danielle and her sweet husband and unborn hunter a few months back for her maternity pictures, Her dad was in town so they wanted some new family pictures with there new little addition! :) He is darling! Thanks danielle and family! These next few posts are gunna be super small previews - running low on time :)

Cyber Monday sale!

2010-11-28T16:12:00.000-07:00

I LOVEE online shopping, cyber monday is going to rock!

THE FIRST 3 PEOPLE TO EMAIL ME TOMORROW GET A MINI-SESSION ON DEC. 11 FOR $50.00!
YOU CAN SEND IT WHEN THAT CLOCK CHANGES TO 12:00AM :)

kelseaelwood@yahoo.com

Johnson Family | Mesa Arizona Family Photographer

2010-11-28T00:35:00.001-07:00

Super Small sneak peek for this amazing family!! love you guys!

Check it out!

2010-11-16T10:55:00.000-07:00

It's GIVEAWAY TIME!

(post taken from Lil'Luna blog)

It is sponsored by

SIMPLY YOU PHOTOGRAPHY

and is VALID to AZ residents only
(in the East Valley preferably)

Enter today to win a:
MINI SESSION on DECEMBER 11th
It includes a 20-30 minute session, 10-15 images on disc and (1) 11x14 mounted print
value of $150.00

AND even if you don't win, Lil' Luna readers can book this mini session for dec. 11 for $80.00 (and will get all that is mentioned above).
{Sessions start at 8:30 and go till 4:30}
SWEEEEET!!

This is the perfect gift to get your family pics done for Christmas,
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Giveaway ends next Monday at Midnight.
GOOD LUCK!!

B Family | Phoenix Arizona Family Photography

2010-11-15T12:27:00.002-07:00

I have said this before, but i have the GREATEST job(s) in the world.. I'm nanny by day, photographer by night.. and what makes it even better is when the two are combined! I love my families I nanny for, and I love photography.. what better mix!? I had so much fun at this session - mom and dad were hilarious the whole time and the kiddos were excellent.. but i am sorta biased... :) thanks guys - you all rocked the camera!

Baby Aiden | Phoenix Arizona Newborn Photography

2010-11-15T12:16:00.001-07:00

I love little squishy babies too, <3 This little guy was sucha sweetheart, but did NOT want to sleep and I forgot my noise maker, so me and mom decided to turn on the vacuum, not even kidding.. he fell asleep INSTANTLY!! It was funny/weird.. so we ran the vacuum for the remainder of the session.

have you heard?!

2010-11-15T11:47:00.001-07:00

Prices will be raising after the new year, so book your mini-session now for a HUGE savings!

Allison| Phoenix Arizona Maternity Photography

2010-11-15T11:41:00.001-07:00

Oh, how I love pregnant bellies! They are soooo cute, and Allison's is just adorable! I took Allisons grad pictures a few years back, then saw her at a wedding I did this summer and she barely had a belly, I am sooo happy for Allison and Caleb! Congrats guys, can't wait for little Rylee to get here!

Rich Family | Phoenix Arizona Family Photography

2010-11-15T11:37:00.002-07:00

Boy do I love this family, It didnt work out that we could meet last year, so I was so happy when it worked out this year, Cade is such a big boy now, and was totally working the camera the whole time.. I loved it, and im sure mom did too! Thanks guys, can't wait to see you again! :)

2010-11-10T17:00:00.003-07:00

Josh & Tia | Phoenix Arizona Engagment Photographer

2010-10-29T13:41:00.003-07:00

Baby Abbie | Phoenix Arizona Newborn Photographer

2010-10-19T13:35:00.003-07:00

Here is a little sneak peek for mom & dad of their precious little addition to the family. Baby A was a pleasure to work with and such a sweet baby. I love taking newborn pictures. It is my favorite. They are so fresh and new, innocent and loving. These pictures make my heart smile! I am soo grateful to do what I LOVE! Thanks to all my wonderful clients who make it all possible :)

Deskins Family | Phoenix Arizona Family Photographer

2010-10-19T13:27:00.003-07:00

Oh how i LOVE this family. It is amazing how fast time goes, last time I saw little Braden he couldn't even walk, now that boy is EVERYWHERE. He seriously gets cuter every time I see him! Oh and seriously, look how HOT momma looks...! I cant wait for baby #2 to make an appearance next year! :) Thanks Deskins Family!

Story of my life

2010-09-13T15:18:00.001-07:00

is catching up this blog, sorry! Below are my most recent sessions from July 16 to September 10th! Take a look and let me know what you think! Thanks!

Elise & Michael | Arizona Wedding Photographer

2010-09-13T14:41:00.004-07:00

Now I'm caught up so this is actually the happy couples little sneak peek! They get married Friday! Congratulations GUYS! I wish you a happy life together!

Kim & Gregg | Utah Wedding Photographer

2010-09-13T14:38:00.003-07:00

Oh boy, how i LOOOVE the lds Logan Temple. It is fantastic!! Kim and Gregg got married on August 28th, it was perfect - the weather, her dress, the sky, EVERYTHING! Thanks guys & Congrats!

Cousins | Utah Teen Family Photographer

2010-09-13T14:34:00.003-07:00

These are my beautiful cousins from my dads side. So I have the best family x 2!! aren't they darling?! I think so :) We had alot of fun just hanging out and taking some super cute pictures!

Carson | Arizona Family Child Photographer

2010-09-13T14:32:00.003-07:00

HAHA, i feel like a recording, but I also went to high school with this little mans momma. We were in ag together. We actually didn't get along very well together in HS, but now she is such a great friend! Her little man is so funny/cute!

Riley Sage | Arizona Child Photographer

2010-09-13T14:26:00.003-07:00

You remember this cute little girl? Yeah she is my 3rd cousin? I think. haha. She is flippping cute!!! Thanks Erin for driving allll the way from tucson! :)

Westin | Arizona Newborn Photogrpaher

2010-09-13T14:21:00.003-07:00

Soo, I used to nanny for this family about a year ago, and still go over sometimes to help here and there.. I couldnt wait for Momma Johnson to have this little guy. I knew he was gunna be soo cute. I went over when he was 6 days old (BEST time to do pictures is 4-10 days old, IIII think). He was so sweet the entire time.. Except when I had just changed the backdrop to my favorite off-white blanket.. he had a serious explosion. haha.. but crap happens. :) Love you guys!

Reef | Arizona Newborn Kid Photogrpaher

2010-09-13T14:16:00.003-07:00

So, I love my photography so much and I am soo grateful for the opportunity I have to do what I love.. To keep myself busy during the days (since sessions are usually held during the day) I am a nanny, and let me tell you - I love that too. So I am nanny by day photographer by night. Seriously, BLESSED! This little man was born in April. He has 3 older siblings that are just as cute and a super cool mom and a hard working dad. ( I am a 'traveling nanny, so they are one family out of the 4 I go to, i know crazy) Here is what keeps me busy during most of my days:

Josh & Lauren | Arizona Couples Photographer

2010-09-13T14:11:00.004-07:00

I went to High School with Lauren. We were in the same agriculture class. Then we graduated and never talked - which is always the case & then we became FB friends years ago.. She got married, Her husband joined the army, and then the rest is history. haha. He just returned from over seas (thank you josh for serving our country!!) and they were moving to Hawaii (yeah he got stationed in Hawaii) so we got some pictures in before they moved since all there wedding plans and stuff moved so fast!

Thanks again Josh, and Lauren I hope your enjoying Hawaii!

Baby Brooklyn | Arizona Newborn Photogrpaher

2010-09-13T14:04:00.003-07:00

Meet baby Brooklyn - Yeah I know she is darling. I went on a Thursday to take her pictures, and she didn't like that, so I went back and finished the session! She was sooo sweet that day! I LOOOVE shooting newborns.

Families are Forever | Utah Family Photographer

2010-09-13T13:57:00.005-07:00

Let me just start with saying how much I love this family... but i may be a tinsy but biased.. considering they are my family! Grandma Heath is my aunt so everyone else are my cousins. LUCKY ME! I have the greatest family!!

Gutherie Family | Arizona Family Photographer

2010-09-13T13:54:00.004-07:00

This family is SOOO great! I had alot of fun with them! I love taking big family pictures.. seeing them all interact with each other. These parents are so lucky to have so many great children and grandchildren! It was super hot when we took pictures but everyone braved it out! Thanks guys, it was nice meeting you guys and re-seeing some of you! (somehow i dont have the big family picture uploaded on my usb stick I will have to add it in later! :)

Ross Wedding | Arizona Wedding Photographer

2010-09-13T13:44:00.004-07:00

This wedding was July 21,2010 at Ashley Manor.
Ashley the beautiful bride found me through one of her bridesmaids (thanks Allison!) When me and Ashley first met up to discuss pricing and everything else her sweet fiance was away in Georgia.. He returned home (he is in the marines) TWO DAYS before their wedding, and they left to move to Georgia TWO days after the wedding! Craziness!

But, Ashley & Wills special day was phenomenal! The love between these two is so special (I actually went to HS & Jr. HS with them) and these two love birds have been together since 7th grade, unbelievable!
Thanks for letting me be a part of your special day, I wish you all the happiness in the world!

See what I mean? LOVE!

Emera

2010-09-12T15:52:00.002-07:00

This is the cutest camera bag - I have been on a search for one & I think I found the perfect one!

Fall Sessions 2010 | Arizona Photographer

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Contest!

2010-07-21T11:21:00.005-07:00

To goto SYP's Facebook page click here.. to sign up for the newsletter click here!

this post will remain on top until the contest is over - look below for recent sessions! :)

Kim & Gregg | Cache Valley Engagement Photographer Logan Utah

2010-07-21T10:00:00.001-07:00

I recently tooka trip to utah - a week before departure my cousin called and she is engaged! Perfect timing! I love taking pictures in utah! I will HAVE to go more for sessions! I think these pictures are awesome!! :)

New blog and website!

2010-07-19T07:53:00.003-07:00

i am soo excited for the new website - click the image below to check it out! :

Raul & Annabell | Scottsdale Arizona Couples Photographer

2010-07-10T16:20:00.000-07:00

So I meet Annabell & Raul over here in Florence to take pictures (thanks for driving guys) we had alot of fun. 2 weeks after the shoot I got news that Raul popped the big question - so son they will be Mr. & Mrs :) Congrats guys!

FAVORITE!

Little Lylah | Queen Creek Arizona Child Photographer

2010-07-10T16:16:00.002-07:00

I have taken pictures of this beautiful little girl since she was in her mommas tummy. She turned 1 today! Happy birthday little Lylah girl! She LOVEDDD the camera this shoot. she was working it right & left!! it was darling ! I cant get enough of this shoot - awesome!!
Just posting two from this amazing session - dont wanna give it all away!

Seriously her mom brought the cutest dress - a tutu - and a bikini AWESOMENESS!

Elise & Antonio | Queen Creek Arizona Engagement Photographer

2010-07-10T16:11:00.001-07:00

I met Elise at a boutique we both did back in the fall - we got to talking and become fast friends. Her family owns the wonderful El Rico's Mexican Restaurant. Her and her sweet husband had a quick engagement so after they got married a few months back they decided to get some pics :) We had so much fun - and antonio and her are so funny. Thanks guys!

bring it around front!!

i looove this one!

beautiful lighting!

Tori & Anthony | Mesa Arizona Couples Photographer

2010-07-10T16:07:00.000-07:00

This is Tori she is like my little sister - She wanted some pictures of her and her man so we set a date and man did they turn out cute!! Anthony and Tori are so cute together! Love ya girl!

Lee family | Scottsdale Arizona Maternity Family Photographer

2010-07-10T15:51:00.000-07:00

Kadee and her husband and sweet little son were so easy to take pictures of. Layton didn't want ANYTHING to do with me and his mom, but he was still a super happy little boy! I think we got him smiling a few times in pics. Just got word from mom that she will be induced on tuesday! Congrats guys!

look at those shoes! SEXY HUH!

Luyre Family | Gilbert Arizona Family Photographer

2010-07-10T15:40:00.000-07:00

I have known danielle and her husband (whose name slips me right now, what the heck!) for ever it seems. She is really good friends with my older cousin who I used to be attached at the hip with. They lost contact for years then of course Facebook reconected them, gotta love FB :) So she was pregnant with their second child and needed some maternity/family pictures :) Her little maddy is so darling and such a sweet girl! Congrats on your new little addition!

Mary & Rylee | Queen Creek Arizona Family Photographer

2010-07-10T15:20:00.000-07:00

Mary & Rylee are so fun to be around. Rylee for being so young was the biggest personality! she is such a cutie! She didnt want to sit still at all either - she wanted to chase the ducks and do everything we told her not to! :) little kids! Mary is such a great momma! Thanks guys!

Jera & James | Queen Creek Arizona Engagement Photographer

2010-07-10T13:24:00.000-07:00

Meet Jera & James. She is beautiful and he looks like bradley cooper, sooo that made for a PERFECT SESSION. These to were so fun to be around and Jera's little brother joined us for a couple pictures so they could give their dad some pictures of them for his birthday! He was handsome! I love doing engagement photos, basically i love taking any kind of photos. haha! well enough rambling on to the super cute pics!

see what i mean, breathtaking!!

Charlie & Lola | My puppy dogs

2010-07-09T16:27:00.000-07:00

I took this picture of my little chihuahua a few weeks ago right after i got my brnad spankin new camera! (woooot)and I just got a new puppy chihuahua last weeek.. His name is Charlie! So of course I had to go take his picture. I think there to die for!
Lola

Charlie

Alysa & Jered | Queen Creek Arizona Maternity Photographer

2010-07-09T15:41:00.001-07:00

I just love maternity sessions - they make me so happy. Especially when its baby number one. In every picture mom and dad look so incredibly happy, like nothing else matters. I love the connection between mom and dad, the way they interact, the way he looks at her. It is a beautiful thing. And these two had it going on! There little bundle of joy is now here and she is GORGEOUS!! Alysa is such a kind-hearted lady. And isn't her hair the BEST? Thanks you two and congrats on your wonderful new little life!

FAVORITE!

Brandy & Brett Family | Florence Arizona Family Pohotgrapher

2010-07-09T15:35:00.000-07:00

Brandy found me through her friend, we had a date set and the day before her son biffed it pretty dang good so we had to reschedule! When we finally met up I couldnt get over how cute there kids were - they were very ambitious little rascals! But all in all the shoot went very well minus the heat! curse you arizona heat!!

2010-06-12T19:37:00.000-07:00

Live in UTAH? Now is the time to book a session with me! I have a few open days open - an dim offering a super good price!

Kelseaelwood@yahoo.com

480.559.4699

Book today! :)

2010-05-11T19:57:00.000-07:00

book today!

THANKS!

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2010-05-01T22:03:00.000-07:00

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Maria Lopez 2010| Higley Arizona Senior Photographer

2010-05-01T21:44:00.000-07:00

I love senior shoots! Maria found me through her sister who has a family session booked with me in may! She is the senior class president at Williamsfield High School, she plays tennis, she works, and she is such a sweetheart - and is so naturally beautiful!
Thanks Maria!!

Mesa Arizona Family Photographer

2010-05-01T21:38:00.000-07:00

Megan contacted me to do pictures of her siblings and mom for mother's day. How wonderful! So we set a date - the days leading up to it were sooo beautiful - 2 hours before the session, huge dark clouds rolled in - but they braved it out and we only got a few sprinkles! WHEW!

Thanks guys - your family is beautiful!

Crowder Family | Queen Creek Arizona Family Photographer

2010-05-01T21:32:00.000-07:00

This cute little fmaily drove down from Flagstaff to have there family pictures taken - we had so much fun! Kelly and her husband are so sweet and their beautiful little girls are so full of personality! Kelly was sooo worried her kids would be to 'rowdy' to get good pictures of - I proved her wrong! :)
Just a little sneak peek to ease mommas worried mind!

Coree&Bobby | Phoenix Arizona Maternity Photographer

2010-05-01T21:18:00.000-07:00

I had to start this post with a picture - she is jsut to beautiful not to go first!
This beautiful momma cannot wait for her little man to get here! Dad is pretty excited to! I am at a point in my life where all my friends are getting married or are already married and are having there first baby.
I have known Bobby since i was about 8. His mom worked for my dad, our families became very close - the end. :) Me, bobby & his sisters used to spend alot of time together as little kids - but he and his sisters also lived on the other side of town.
Bobby&Coree CONGRATULATIONS! I cannot wait to meet little cason and do his newborn pictures.

Cruz Family | Queen Creek Family Photographer

2010-05-01T21:00:00.000-07:00

I love when I go to a session not knowing the people at all, and walking away feeling like we have known each other for years and years, thats how I walked away from this session. We have become friends, and she has refereed some more awesome clients to me, Thanks Whitney!
This family is great, and very fun to be around - not to mention kiddos are to die for!!! :)

Charise Senior 2010 | Phoenix Arizona Senior Photographer

2010-05-01T20:41:00.000-07:00

*still playing catchup!*
This is the wonderful Charise - Her mom & my mom have been friends since they were little tykes (like still in diapers..) We grew up on different sides of town, so we didn't really know each other.. but i sure wish we did. Charise is sooo cool. Not only is she beautiful, she is a ballerina... which I think is so cool. Charise was so fun to take pictures of, she was a complete natural.

Follow your dreams Charise!

Shop Chic Boutique

2010-04-12T03:26:00.000-07:00

I have the wonderful privilege to be apart of the Shop Chic Boutique again ! I am so excited it was soo much fun last Fall! Here is some details - Hope to see you there and please SPREAD THE WORD! :)

Saturday, April 17th

8:00am to 3:00pm

561 E. Houston Ave., Gilbert, AZ

Please bring Cash or Checks

This year I will be advertising my photography (again) selling temple pics (again) and there is a new EXCITING product that just came in the mail that you wont want to miss. It is

a mini temple book. For kids (or adults :)) It has pictures I have taken of the Mesa Arizona Temple arranged throughout - with the words to the song 'I love to see the temple'

Special pricing $15.00 at the boutique!

I will post pictures as soon as I take some!

Scharich Family | Queen Creek Arizona Family Photographer

2010-04-12T00:58:00.000-07:00

You all now this stunning family - From the beautiful belly pics to the wedding now more family pictures. I love this family so much. Hope is such a great friend to me. And I'm kinda partial to their little princess girl. The pictures turned out amazing - I love them all!

daddy's little girl

mommas pride and joy

short little story behind this big huge belly laugh.. my sweet loving Mitchell does this booty dance that hope and Justin find sooo funny.. soo to get the natural laugh going we had Mitchell shake what his momma gave him on the corner of the street.. worked wonders.. hope got laughing so hard she couldn't stay on her bike - she started rolling back. Thanks babe for your wonderful booty shakin :)

T&A | Arizona Engagement Photographer

2010-04-12T00:51:00.000-07:00

I decided I will start you out with a picture this time, who wouldn't want to see that first? This couple is absolutely stunning! I was soo excited for this shoot - i haven't had an engagement session in a while.. T&a met in the police academy last summer sometime, the rest is history.Now they are on the same squad and are tying the knot. CUTE huh! Enough chit-chat.. onto the hot-steamy photos!

Maughan Family | Mesa Arizona Family Photographer

2010-04-12T00:30:00.000-07:00

I met Suzanne through my best friend Dani - thanks dani :) This family was so fun and loving. Me and Suzanne defiantly were in high school together (she was a year or two older than me..) and it was one of those 'i saw you once or twice, maybe bumped into you in the hall one time' sorta thing.. I wish i would of known her though. So sweet. Her little babies are beautiful and her husband is awesome - lucky gal! Enough rambling - onto the amazing pictures! :) Thanks guys

Braden | Mesa Ariozona Childrens Photographer

2010-04-12T00:23:00.000-07:00

This is little Braden - he has made many many appearances here before. In his moms belly, with his whole family.. He is one lucky boy. I have been very good friends with Braden's Aunt since like 7th grade - so i know first hand how great the whole family is. I am soo blessed to have them in my life! Braden is growing up way to fast, considering these are his 'I am one!' pics! Just a few of my favorites to share!

He was totally obsessed with his shoes, which are soo cute!

Nicole Senior 2010 | Mesa Arizona Senior Photographer

2010-04-12T00:06:00.000-07:00

This is nicole - she is best friends with a senior I had last year. She is soo fun and cute! We had alot of fun taking pictures. I love shooting seniors and seeing the excitment in their eyes for the new chapter in their life to begin! Ohh to be a senior in high school again... haha.

Nicole - thanks, you will do great things in life - your beautiful!

LOOK at those eyes - they could stop traffic.. amazing!!

Lylah & Matthew - Cousins | Queen Creek Arizona Photogrpaher

2010-04-12T00:03:00.000-07:00

I looove returning clients - im sure i have said that many times before.. This little angel was still in her mommas belly when we did pics, so seeing her was a real treat. She was mean mugging it the whole time - but at least she wasn't crying! :) Momma looks soo amazing! Lylahs cousin Matthew came along for some pictures too - he is also very handsome!

Thanks guys!

Playing CATCH-UP!

2010-04-11T23:54:00.000-07:00

I have been HORRIBLE (i think that may be an understatement!!) about blogging - I live in the boondocks (Florence) and the only Internet available to us is satellite, which is only a tad bit faster then dial-up Internet! BOO! But we finally invested in a Verizon Internet card so hopefully I will be more consistent with blogging all my beautiful clients! I have about 8 sessions to blog about - all from March 13th to just this past weekend, so things have been pretty busy here - which I LOVE.

I want to thanks all my great clients for spreading the word about me - I truly appreciate it. I am now booking for the summer - I know it is sooo hot but we can take a little trip to somewhere cooler!

My spring special is over may 31st, I still have 2-3 open days if you are wanting pictures!

Thanks guys!

P.S be on the lookout for my brand spankin NEW blog to be up shortly - SOO excited!

2010-02-21T09:57:00.000-07:00

Contact me soon, so we can get the ball rolling!

Williams Family | Arizona Family Photographer

2010-02-14T21:32:00.000-07:00

Remember my beautiful pregnant cousin and her husband from way back in may?? Well baby Riley is already 7 months old! SOOO crazy. She has got to be one of the prettiest little girls, and she is such a sweetheart (for anyone but her momma, of course:)) Erin is an awesome graphic designer, she did my logo and stuff, she rocks and is so fun to work with! Check out her site, here.

I am loving every single one of these pictures, I looooove new little families. It really shows me what really is important in life. You can feel the love.

Thanks guys, you are awesome!

Blakers | Gilbert Arizona Child Photographer

2010-02-14T21:26:00.000-07:00

Where to begin with this boy, he is suuuuch a ham! I love him! I took his pictures when he was nine months old and these are his 20 month old pictures.. he looks like he is 3!! Mom is such a sweeeeet sweet soul, she is sooo proud of her little man, but who wouldn't be?

Here is a little peak at there session from like 3 weeks ago.

Haha, good thing momma already has her images.

D&J | Mesa Arizona Family Photographer

2010-02-14T21:19:00.000-07:00

These little rascals are sooo cute! This is baby J from the post below, already soo big, but really handsome! These were taken about a month ago.

Thanks for looking! :)

Bring on those SUNNY days!

2010-02-11T22:16:00.000-07:00

I have been horrible about blogging!! I need to post a few sessions, but those can wait. The happy clients have already received there discs :)

But for more exciting news, since I am in love with Spring, I am doing another spring special!

You will not want to miss out on these fabulous savings!

And better yet, if you become a fan on Facebook I will throw in a groovy gift for anyone who books a session :) WOOP.

Now on to the special:

Baby J | Mesa Arizona Newborn Photographer

2010-01-11T18:02:00.000-07:00

I will warn you before hand, this baby is scrumptious! HE is the cutest little thing! And he was sooo sweet! His mama, dad and Big Bro are so lucky to have such a sweet spirit in their home. This little guy is just about 2 weeks old and was such a dream to take pictures of, even when he decided to pee on me. Milliron Family, I hope you love & cherish these pictures :)

Allllll of these are my favorites! I love them!

Carli & Will | Prescott Arizona Photographer

2010-01-11T17:27:00.000-07:00

WOW! I took these pictures a week before christmas and with the craziness of everything I am jsut getting a chance to post them. I was soo excited to drive up to Prescott to take these pictures in the beautiful snow! They all turned out great and Carli and Will were soo fun to shoot. They had me laughing the whole time! :)

Nelson Family - Support Cause' I Tri | Mesa Arizona Family Photographer

2009-12-06T17:07:00.000-07:00

First off, I could write pages and pages about this wonderful family.. but im going to try to keep it short and sweet.. This family is amazing, and stand for everything that is great. They have a beautiful daugher Brinley, who this is all about.. I received a call from my older brother one day telling me to check my email - he had forwarded me an email from a coworker of his -Kai. This was the e-mail:

'My name is Kai Nelson and yes you may not know who I am but all I ask of you is to hear my story.

This organized fundraiser is the result of two wonderful girls in my life and about my love for them. In the winter of 2008 my little two person family brought into this world a precious spirit named Brinley (girl #1). Do to some events at the time of birth she spent the first couple of weeks of her life in the NICU. But after constant monitoring and several loving doctor's care, she was finally released to go home with me and my beautiful bride (girl #2). Brinley had improved to good health and appeared to be life’s normal little child. My wife and I just loved having her home and enjoyed every moment we had with her. By her two month doctor visit our doctor shared with us his concern of her delayed head growth. Several checkups and a CAT scan later we found out that Brinley had severe Brain Damage. I remember being so scared of what that meant. I knew this was going to change so many dreams and hopes I have had for my precious girl. Worry and wonder was definitely in mine and my wives hearts. But with what little hope we had we knew it would all turn out okay. Brin is now 1 ½ years old; she still cannot walk, crawl, sit up, eat properly, hold anything, or even take care of herself. But, through it all my wife and I have learned that she is still the pride of our lives. She recently has learned to smile and is finding so much joy in her little life, which in turn has elevated so much love between us as a family. Her weakness, I know, has brought strength to our little family that is immeasurable and we could not be any more grateful for her in our lives.

My beautiful bride has been the super champ of this story. Between work and school I am away from home majority of the day. My wife has taken it upon herself to drop all she had done and take care of Brinley’s now ever-growing needs. I am so thankful for the blessing of such a wonderful spouse. She is more then just a mom in mine and Brinley’s eyes. She is a Supermom. On a weekly basis Brinley has at least one doctor’s appointment to be at, three different therapy sessions to attend, and needs a daily therapy session at home. With me gone, my wonderful wife steps to the plate and has these completed to exactness. I love her and am extremely grateful that someone so wonderful is in my life.

Recently I had been feeling down for not being near as great. I was concerned over the fact of what little I was actually doing for Brinley. One early morning while biking, these thoughts were flying through my head, 'what was there that I could do more?' 'I have no special talent in order to be the hero.' 'What could I do?' This is when the inspiration came into my mind. There is something I know I can do, I can Try! That is all it takes to be anything, just stand up and try. My brother had recently called me and asked me to participate with him in an upcoming triathlon in Casa Grande. I had already agreed and saw this as my opportunity to TRI.

As part of my Tri I am doing a little more. I am asking everyone to support me on this race by donating $10 or $20 to a wonderful organization Brinley attends, Foundation for Blind Children (FBC). This nonprofit organization has provided Brin with Physical and Occupational therapy for more then a year now. They have done so much for Brinley and helped my heart more then I ever dreamt would be accomplishable. They deserve more than I can give, but what little I can do, I hope represents how much I care for what they do. You can donate by check and send it to the address below or donate directly to FBC safely online through PayPal by selecting the donate button on the top of the page.

All I am asking from you is to donate to this wonderful organization ‘Cause I TRI!

Sincerely,
Kai Nelson- A “Tri”er '

So, what was I to do? I wanted to do something so specail for them, So without further a-do here are their family pictures!!

They were the nicest people, and I loved taking their pictures.

I loooove this one!!

oh and this one, I have soooo many favorites!

Kai, Clarissa & Brinley thank you sooo much for being such great examples to so many! You two are wonderful parents!

Do you know anyone in need? Shoot me an e-mail to nominate someone special to receive a free session.

Perez Family | Mesa Arizona Family Photographer

2009-11-25T22:13:00.000-07:00

Me & mom met at the shop chic boutique.. it was so fun to finally met up and take pictures of her DARLING little girls. This was family was sooo much fun! I loved the cardinals jerserys, it was so different and fun! I also love alllll these pictures, but who wouldnt with this good looking bunch?

soo precious!

See what I mean? Darling!

Beautiful eyes!!

The girls were being soooo good for pictures, so their dad gave them each a dollar! Little T was showing it to me!

Thanks GUYS!

And HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

(be looking out for a 'black friday' special!)

Bridge Family | Florence Arizona Family Photographer

2009-11-25T21:19:00.000-07:00

Where to begin.. I love this family! They are such great, kind, loving (I could go on) people. Like I have said before, I LOVE returning families.. I love to see how much they have grown in a year, and even their new additions in a year! I love every single picture, I'm gunna go overboard with my sneak peek post. Bridge family, thanks for all you do for me and Mitchell, I hope you love your pictures! :)

Aren't their kids beautiful? Look how much they have grown up!

I couldn't pick my favorite picture, so enjoy ones I love!!

Stunning Ffmily huh, I love this picture! It shows everyones personality so much (not saying little baby tess is a cry baby or anything :P)

Andddd, last but definitely not least.. All momma Bridge requested was a good picture of her and papa Bridge.. I think we accomplished that one!

Thanks Bridge Family!

Johnson Family | Mesa Arizona Family Photographer

2009-11-22T19:15:00.000-07:00

familThis family is soo awesome. I love taking pictures of people I know, and places that are absolutely beautiful!! Dad built this magnificent house and it worked great for pictures, I wish i could go there for every shoot! Little princess P wanted NOTHING to do with me, but I think we still got some awesome pictures. Family pictures with little kiddos is alays very fun and interesting! I hope you guys love these!

Isnt he the cutest? He is sooo sweet too.

uhm, CUTE!! Brotherly loven.

hahaha.

Love this one too. SOOO precious!

Families are Forever! I love this family picture!!

Thanks Johnson Family, its always a pleasure!

Sister love | Mesa Arizona Senior Photographer

2009-11-12T23:24:00.000-07:00

Remember this lovely sister of mine? Yelp, we finally did her 'official' senior pictures this week.. and boy let me tell you.. you know when people say there to ugly for pictures and they will break your camera? well, ashley is the exact opposit.. she is so beautiful she would break the camera. I love her to death. She has been such a blessing in my life, im so glad i finally have a sister! I cant believe ashley is already graduating.. I wish I could take ash out every week for pictures. The weather was absolutly perfect for the pictures, I got very lucky we had some amazing light and cloudy skies. My favorite!

I love you and enjoy these!

See what I mean? This girl can stop traffic.

She is a NATURAL!

Her BFF joined us, she is also very beautiful!

Book senior pictures today, this time of year is PERFECT for them!

Baptism girl | Mesa Arizona Portrait Photographer

2009-11-12T23:15:00.000-07:00

This little girl just turned 8 and had the opprotunity to be baptized, she is the sweetest little thing. I love all these pictures! This is th efirst time a mom has contacted me about doing baptism pictures, and I love the idea. I think it is GREAT!

Hope & Justin 11.6.09 | Arizona Wedding Photographer

2009-11-09T21:02:00.000-07:00

Remember this lovely couple? Well they finally got hitched,a nd let me tell you.. it was hands down the most beautiful day! Hope and Justin are the perfect couple. I love them very much, they have such big hearts. Hope looked stunning on her big day, as well as justin and the bridal party and grooms men. Everything flowed reallly well and I was SOOO graetful to have my best friend by my side as my 2nd photographer. Hopes father walked her down the isle and married them, how special is that? And when they had the first dance, I cried like a baby. It was beautiful. And you all know little T-bird, she has grown up so much, and she was just soo cute. Enough rambling, onto the pictures!

Getting her make-up down at mac.

Getting into her beaweutiful dress

Her lovely bouquet

the aisle was lined with hindreds of fresh rose petals

Justina :P

Beautiful maids & hope

I LOOOVE this moment betweena father and daughter right before they make there way down the aisle.. his last moment before he gives her away. Very emotional.

See what I meas when i say stunning? My jaw dropped.

Her very fun shoes!

I love this, Hopes dad was soo funny during the ceremony, he was cracking everyone up.

Right after the ceremony we did Bride and Groom pictures during the cocktail hour right before dinner started, this was the first picture i took. All i see is pure happiness and love, Hope and Justin thank you so much for allowing me to capture your special day, and thank you for the friendship we share, you guys mean alot to me. I wish you and your beautiful daughter all the happiness in the world.

Danielle & Mark | Phoenix Arizona Engagement Photographer

2009-11-09T19:45:00.000-07:00

Remember Dani and Mark who got married in california? Well they traveled alllll the way down from cali so dani could be my second photographer at a wedding i was shooting on nov. 6th... We took a little day trip to take some much needed 'engagement pictures' a little backwards but oh well. :P We had so much fun, while we were out Dani snapped some headshots of me for my new website (which is being made as we speak! woop) she also took some of me and my fiance :) Love you guys and come back soon!

Isnt that the cutest wall and saying? 'you are amazing'

Isnt she beautiful?

mark is also very handsome, i can only say that because he is my best friends husband. haha.

Here is some she took, thanks danilou!

Haban Family | Arizona Portrait Photographer

2009-11-01T21:15:00.000-07:00

This past week I had the greatest opprotunity to shoot this lovely mother and her handsome son. We have been planning this shoot for some time and once it rolled around I found myself really nervous. But all the pictures are sooo cute, and really show the love Jami has for her little boy. Jami is one of those people that you strive to be like. She is a wonderful example of strength and love. She has been through things no one should ever have to go through, but still stand tall and strong. Jami, I hope you love these pictures as much as I do and cherish them for years to come. I wish you all the best on your new journey. Please check out the benefit blog in honor of her husband here.

Little Kason didnt want anything to do with me, but who can resist tickles from momma?

He also loved going inside the visitors center at the Mesa LDS Temple to visit Jesus. I love little kids.

this is my favorite picture. seriously love.

soooo precious, this little boy loves his mom.

This is also a favorite!

Thanks jami and enjoy!

Shop Chic Boutique

2009-10-27T17:29:00.000-07:00

This past Saturday was the Shop Chic Boutique, it was fantastic! I had so much fun, and I got to spend the whole day meeting cool new people, hanging with a sweet friend of mine, and my mom! How much better could it get ? I had a drawing for someone to win a free Temple Picture.. The winners are

I will be extending my boutique pricing until November 7th.

That means you can buy a temple picture for alllll your loved ones for Christmas!

To order shoot me an email at kelseaelwood@yahoo.com

or visit my etsy shop, to start a new order!

Also I will be extending my '25 free custom Christmas cards' offer until November 15th to fill up my last open spots! So book today!

Now for some pictures! ( Just an FYI, I the photographer FORGOT my camera, well I had my camera but NO memory card.. so I had to borrow my good friends camera, which was a p&s.. wo that will explain the horrible pictures)

Thanks again to everyone who came out! Don't miss out on the Special Savings!

Chriss Family | Arizona Family Photographer

2009-10-26T20:06:00.000-07:00

I love having returning clients, they are the best! I have shot ashley her husband and their sweet sweet baby mnay times before, he has grown so much! I love this family soo much, we go way way back. There awesome people and I had alot of fun tkaing there family pictures!

Look at this good lookin bunch!

Just the girls :)

I love this one!

Oh and this one two, i love grandparents!

I still have a few open dates for family pictures, so shoot me an email and we can set up a date!

upcoming boutique!

2009-10-12T15:24:00.000-07:00

I am so excited for this boutique coming up on October 24th! I am going to be selling family photo sessions (at a special price w/ a free gift!!) and my temple pictures! Come out a book a session and buy a few pictures for presents! There will be mnay great vendors out there including my great friend at Anything but Ordinary Cakes and Cookies, Michelle Arnett!

Chris & Kayla | Mesa LDS Temple Photographer

2009-09-28T19:19:00.000-07:00

Meet Chris & Kayla. When they contacted me to shoot their wedding, I was soooo excited/happy. I have been wanting to shoot a wedding for so long. It went great. They got married Friday afternoon, we started pictures earlier that morning, they were troopers, it got really really hot, but it paid off! These two are the definition of love, and I wish them all the best in life. I cannot wait to shoot their reception on October 10th!

Chris & Kayla, ENJOY! And thank you for the opportunity to capture your special day.

The happy married couple!

Need a wedding photographer? Coverage starting at $650.00! Contact us today!

2009-09-19T17:44:00.000-07:00

Fall pictures with the 'A' family | Arizona Portrait Photographer

2009-09-13T21:27:00.000-07:00

This is a beautiful family, every single person is so unique and wonderful! I love every single picture, there all sooooooo perfect. Momma was in need of new pictures for fall and this location was perfect! The kids did so great! Enjoy!

How much much cuter could they possibly get.. seriously!

Look at little a's face.. so much attitude! love it!

Thanks guys!

Best friends Wedding | Arizona Wedding Photographer

2009-09-04T15:23:00.000-07:00

A few months back I Posted 'my best friends wedding' with a really cool video slideshow I made.. I jsut realized, it has never worked! My bad!! So here is Dani & Marks wedding held in Morgan Hill, CA in June! This was my first wedding ever, and i LOVED it. It was hard being the MOH and the photographer, so the next wedding I book will be very fun i'm sure!

Some of her bridals! And her precious little flower girl, look at that yummy backlighting!

She made her bouquet!

Need a wedding photographer? Email me for pricing!

kelseaelwood@yahoo.com