Saturday, June 22, 2013

Long Time No Talk!

Wowee! It's been a long time! And, for very good reason. :) At least, in my book.

If any of you are wondering or haven't been in tune with the Facebook page, this girl and her handsome hubby are expecting our first little bundle of joy!



We couldn't be more thrilled! It's been a long road for us and this gift was such an unexpected blessing.
 
Throughout this pregnancy, I have been put on various forms of "rest." From bed rest, to light duty, to caution; I've done a bit of it all! But, it's all been absolutely worth it for my little sweet pea. At this time, my doctor, husband and I have decided that it's best for me to abstain from returning to work until I'm well out of the first trimester. Well, yesterday marked the first day of the last week of my first trimester! (throws confetti, does "The Cabbage Patch," moonwalks)
 
We'll have another doctor's visit during July where we'll be able to better decide an appropriate date for me to return to work. I'll be sure to keep each of you informed as I learn new information. When returning to work, I will only be taking on sessions "part time;" meaning there will be limited availability. With this little one on the way, visits with family during the pregnancy and my husband and I planning for our next move with the Marine Corps; I feel it would be unfair to promise my same workload to you all. With that being said, when booking is reopened, please be sure to contact me ASAP for your session! Sessions will be first come first serve.

I did want to take this time to explain some of the changes that EKP will be undergoing during the next few months and upon my return. I'm really excited to make the transition into what I'd like to call "Milestone Portraiture." For a long time now, I've wanted to shift my focus from such a broad spectrum of photography, to a focus on the stages of love within a couple's life. For this reason, Erin Kent Photography will not be taking on new families throughout the remainder of the year and family sessions in general will be minimum. In order for my work to flourish and grow, I need to find a genre of photography that I'm most comfortable with and for me that falls under this "Milestone Portraiture."

Erin Kent Photography will now offer Couples Sessions (to include Engagement), Bridal Portraiture and Boudoir, Maternity and Newborn Photography. Newborn Photography will also come with the option for "First Year Photographs."

If you wish to have family photographs and would like recommendations, please feel free to e-mail! I'd love to steer you in the right direction. :)

The new website that I've been procrastinating working on for the past few months should be launched during the month of July, as well. There, you will find detailed pricing that will hopefully fill the gap and allow you the freedom to explore and decide if I'm the photographer for you prior to our consultation!

I so look forward to returning to work and will be sure to let you all know just as soon as I'm able to do so! I also hope to keep you guys informed of the pregnancy (I'm so excited! And, I just can't hide it!) through this blog. That is, as long as y'all don't mind. ;)

Thanks for being who you are and for supporting me throughout this time. My husband and I both truly and deeply appreciate it. You've made this process of making it through a crucial point for our child so much easier and less stressful through your kind e-mails, comments and messages. I was truly blessed with the cream of the crop when it comes to clients in Clarksville!