A Perfect End to 2009!

What a way to wrap up shoots for 2009! I’ve been blessed to have known these boys since their birth, thanks to a great friendship with their parents. This gives me the unique joy of fully appreciating how much they have changed (in real life and from previous shoots). Now it may not be obvious to most, but I loved seeing their personalities in these pics. The shots where younger stands over and leans into older doesn’t surprise me in the way these two will certainly keep one another sharp. The sideways expression and occasional tiptoe shots are a classic look for older. The unprompted poses and facials of younger express a distinct independence. They are a blessing in our lives and obviously easy to photograph—nice work Mom and Dad (not to mention the unparalleled look of handmade sweaters by Mimi K)!

Be sure to check out the video below for some more great shots!

THANKFUL

It's nearly despicable how long it has been since I blogged, especially since I have worked with so many great blog-worthy families in the last four weeks! So, in an effort to share shots I love without spoiling any Christmas gifts, here are a few favs tagged with my holiday thanksgivings:

Thankful for adorable baby feet...

Thankful for big sisters that love little brothers well…

Thankful for the double portion of new life. . . .

Thankful for brothers that argue in fun. . .

Thankful for energetic boys (makes me hunger to take more pictures of my own). . .

Thankful for good, quality food . . .

Thankful for my life and the opportunity I have to bless others with what talent God has given me.

WISHING ON STARS w/ REGGIE WAYNE

Dave Calabro’s familiar voice echoes the lineup...

Alex Thomas - Comedian, Writer form the Fresh Prince of Bel Aire, Family Guy

Luke Menard - American Idol

UFC: Chris Lytle & Matt Mitrione

Pacers: Quinn Buckner, Roy Hibbert, Mike Dunleavy, Danny Granger, Dahntay Jones

Colts: Reggie Wayne, Joseph Addai, Gary Bracket, Pierre Garcon, Clint Session, Robert Mathis, Tony Ugoh, Taj Smith, Sam Giguere

and others...

So I have been pretty fortunate in the great celebrity events I have been able to shoot including THE Race Party for Indy 500 and ESPY's PreParty in LA, but I must say that the Wishing On Stars event last night has been my favorite. It was refreshing to not just take pictures of people having a blast, but in addition, benefiting a great cause. A party with a purpose; what could be better? Watch, and I’m sure you will agree that there is great appeal in seeing celebrities laughing, entertaining, and generating money for kids with special wishes!

And NO, you will NOT be seeing Roy Hibbert or Danny Granger on American Idol anytime soon. They need to stick to the basketball court! =)

Congratulations Jennifer Beaver, Kim Miller, Reggie Wayne, Jeremiah and Lisa on a successful charitable event!

AND THANKS TO MO'S - A Place For GREAT Steak!!!

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Alig Family Portrait :: Indianapolis Portrait Photographer

So I have officially been doing my photography business for two years, and I have been able to do three photoshoots of the Alig family! Not only are they good friends (and good for my ego when I go to their house and it looks like the Brian McGuckin Photo-Gallery), but it is so exciting to see them grow from behind the lens as well. Their comfort and playfulness for the camera shows and makes my job easy. It also makes me remember how important relationships are in this line of work as not only does it make for better pictures, but it generates an excitement for returning to do another shoot at the next milestone. Thanks Aligs for encouraging me as well!

Senior Alex :: Indianapolis Portrait Photographer

Everyone knows the type of girl who is truly modest and most likely prefers looking at pictures of others rather than herself because she has never really liked her own pics (but honestly everyone else can see how cute she is). That's Alex--a little uncertain about the whole entire shoot being about her. Looking at these shots you can not only see that she has nothing to be shy about, but also a variety of looks that all look good! (Not everyone can pull off a hooded sweatshirt and a black dress and make both look completely blog-worthy :)

I'm just glad she didn't put on her Cardinals baseball cap, or else I'd be doing a little touch-up job in Photoshop. Go CUBS!

Be sure to check out the slideshow below a few of my favorite pics!

CHRISTMAS CARDS 2009 & Holiday Portrait Sessions

Personally I'm looking forward to the holidays for eating ginger cremes, buying gifts for others, snow, Christmas movies I grew up with -- like Rudolph in clay animation, and most importantly celebrating the birth of baby Jesus.

Professionally I'm looking forward to the holidays for continuing the busy schedule of family shoots, reminiscing on some of my favorite shots this year in Holiday Cards, and taking a new step for me in offering some carefully selected templates for displaying those shots! I love the look of what comes from using carefully designed templates on high quality paper, and I hope you do too!

Check out the slideshow and send me your order noting a pre-existing digital image I have given you this year, or if we still haven't booked a portrait session, read below for a GREAT HOLIDAY DEAL!

2009 Holiday Session: $200

20 mins.

10-15 full resolution digital images on disc

**OR**

20 mins.

24 Christmas Cards w/ envelopes (see designs below in slideshow)

Andrew :: Senior Portrait Photographer

1 BOY W/GUITAR + 1 GUY W/ CAMERA = AMAZING SENIOR PHOTOS!!!

I've shot pictures on stage with Ludacris (Rapper/Actor) and on stage with the Ballas Hough Band (from Dancing w/ the Stars), but nothing compares to the free acoustic concert I got to hear live with Andrew while shooting his senior pictures!

We had a blast both doing what we loved the most -- Andrew played his guitar and I took pictures. This was one of my favorite shoots ever! Not just because of the music, but because six years ago Andrew was a little sixth grader sitting in the back row of my social studies classroom. Over the years I've had the honor of watching him grow up and try to discover who God has made him to be. Our time together during the shoot revealed to me his passion for not just life, but his guitar.

Below are a few photos from the shoot. Heck, maybe one of them will be his first album cover! Be sure to click play and check out the slideshow from the day.