Cupcake Toppers & First Birthday FUN!

I had a blast planning my daughter's 1st birthday awhile back.  And you know me... there were lots and lots of photos around as decorations.  Even the cupcake toppers, which were just wallet-sized images I created! :)

Goofy girl!

And my super talented friend made this adorable 1st birthday sign board that I did for her first birthday shoot.  So it was fun to have it as part of the decorations at her party too.  Now it's hanging in her room.

Saxon's 3rd Birthday Party

I enjoyed doing sweet Saxon's 3rd birthday party pictures recently.  It is always fun working with this family.  I did big sister Suri's birthday party last year and look forward to doing it again this December.  And of course, there is one of my favorite sessions to date... the wildflower session (click here). 

Here is a little preview of Saxon's party at Little Gym.  Complete with an entertaining visit from Rapunzel! 

Suri's 5th Birthday Party {Austin Event Photographer}

I love doing event photography.  People put so much planning, love, and thought (not to mention time and money) into planning events for those they love, and I so enjoy capturing those memories on my camera for them to enjoy for many years to come.  

Recently, I had the pleasure of doing Miss Suri's 5th birthday party.  And oh, what a party it was!  I met Suri and her mom and little sister at the 4th of July Parade that I photographed in South Austin last year.  They were dressed to perfection that day in their red, white, and blue... and cutest of all?  Little red cowboy boots too!  (I used to have a pair of those growing up.)

Suri's mama put so much planning and thought into the party, and made it such a fun and memorable event for everyone who came.  The party included dressing up in princess clothes and shoes, choosing a hairstyle and getting their hair done, nails painted, makeup done, and it concluded with rolling out the red carpet (literally!) for a fashion show.  Is that cute or what?!

It made me want to be a 5-year old girl so I could play dress-up, too!  (My favorite dress-up game growing up was playing "Little House on the Prairie" on our farm when my friends came over.  I always had to be Laura.  Complete with lunch pail, braids, bonnet, and gappy teeth.)  :)

Here are some pictures from the evening.  The party was held at Snip Its in South Austin.  Cool place to have a party! 

Mr. G Turns 2! {Austin Children's Photographer}

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of being asked to photograph a 2nd birthday party and do some family photos, as a large number of people were in town for the party.  I cannot believe Mr. G is two, because that means my own little man turns two soon!  Time certainly does fly. 

It was fun being part of such a great party.  And always a treat to be around these families... they are hilarious.  Here are some of the shots of the children. 

There is just something about the cowboy hats that I bring in my photography bag that gets the little boys to "turn it on."  Apparently, Mr. "O" now wants a cowboy hat and boots for his birthday! 

Event Photography: Sharon's 50th Birthday {Austin Event Photographer}

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of providing photography for a lovely 50th birthday soiree.  It was so beautiful... the home, the view, and the guests and how much fun they had celebrating Sharon's birthday together. 

I have a lot of experience planning special events... from fitness events, to staff trainings, to big campus events, to birthday parties.  But I have to say, it is so much fun not having to plan for once and just walking into something so beautifully put together and planned - and just capturing the event, fun, and love on camera for the birthday girl and her guests to enjoy.

Here are some shots from the night.  More are over at my "Miles of Smiles Photography by Sarah" facebook page.  Enjoy!

If you have a special event coming up, I would love to help you celebrate by capturing the details, fun, and guests on camera.  Please contact me for details by visiting http://www.milesofsmilesphotography.com/. 

The drinks looked amazing!

The birthday girl...

The cake was gorgeous!

The view / sunset from their patio.

The servers were all smiles!

The happy couple.

The drink menu.