Misty & Levi {engaged}

What a fun shoot! It was so special to see the love these two have for each-other! This was no chore for them! Look here, kiss there, they were down for it all! The creative liberty they gave me made for a really fun experience, one I won't forget and hope they won't either! ;)

Photography & Styling: Me :)
Location (s): Commercial St. Springfield, MO & Red Velvet Art
www.christinebonnivier.com

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Jody, Shannon, Joe & Ben {Family}

So in honor of Help Portrait (global portrait giveaways), we photographed this very deserving family on Saturday. Jody is a single mom of three and what a beautiful team they make. This will definitely not be the last time y'all see them! We've decided to (for the lack of better word) "adopt" them. Because they need their picture taken. I forgot how empowered someone can feel in front of the camera. There's nothing better, as a photographer, than my client believing me. That they can be the most stunning version of themselves on film. Everyone deserves that. I think it shows...

Bigger and Better Things in 2011- The Beginning

"Slow and steady wins the race!" My Mom has said this to me many times and I find that I remind myself of it often. Everyday comes new experiences and opportunities...learn and grow from them!

"If you're not growing, you're dying." I had coffee with Amy Flanigan and she mentioned this quote to me. HUGE thanks to her, for introducing this "concept" to me. Very motivating!

We're approaching the New Year (um, where did 2010 go!?) and I feel like I'm so ready for life. I've been honored to have been able to travel the states to document people's "marriage experience" and look forward to my upcoming destination weddings. Although I love to travel, I would love to establish a local clientele, local business relationships and overall make Midwest Missouri officially my home. It's been 2.5 years now and I feel more established then ever...time to take it to the next level! To start off, I decided to make a small change around here and update my office (where I spend most of my time). This week, we (my mom-in-law...love her) gave it a much needed face-lift! I still have artwork to hang but thought I'd give y'all an update. :) Thanks to all who helped out!

A very happy me!

Donovan, Amber & Baby Hailey {Holiday}

Loved this sweet baby girl...so special. It was quite a blustery day but we made it work! :)

Fox Family

LOVE this family! (I guess I say that a lot). hehe To check out Brooke (the mama bear above) in the hospital (just after the little bear was born) click here!

Fenby Family

This family is so important to me! Those little cuties are my nieces and nephews!! They are a challenging bunch though...always on the move! haha! To view the wee one's 3 month portraits go here: Olivia Fenby is 3 months!