LOLcatz

I don't know if any of you have ever seen thses but they are hilarious! If you have a chance, go to http://icanhascheezburger.com/ but be warned that it is addictive! Here is a photography related picture!

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Some sports action

This weekend I had the privilege if working with 3 great photographers doing youth sports team and individual photos. I was an assistant for the first time as well as shooting photos. We had each team in and out in 10-15 minutes and got some great shots. I borrowed a Canon 5d from one of them rather than using my camera for consistency, now I can't wait until Sony comes out with a full frame camera! Still love mine though!

Look, a new tongue!

Collin had a frenulumectomomy about two weeks ago due to his tongue tie (the tissue that attaches to the bottom side of your tongue extended all the way to the tip of his tongue and made swallowing food difficult and would have caused speech problems). This is a very basic procedure where they put clamps on the tissue to cut off blood supply, after numbing the area, and then clip it. Daddy held him while I occupied Ethan and Collin didn't even cry! The problem was noticed shortly after birth but most pediatricians have a wait and see policy unless there is a serious problem nursing and there wasn't. But as time went on, I realized it was causing some problems and he had a hard time eating solids. I had to convince the pediatrician we needed a referral to an ENT (the ENT was very proactive believing it would definitely cause speech problems), but I was very nervous about it even though I knew it was the right decision. There were no after-care issues and breastfeeding was already easier. About a week later, Collin realized that his tongue was different and did something amazing: he stuck his tongue out for the first time! For the next week I couldn't get him to keep his tongue in his mouth! We joked about him being our little Michael Jordan but I worried he would bite his tongue. He's finally able to eat thick foods but he still doesn't like chunky foods.

Maternity photos preview

Last weekend I had the opportunity to photograph this sweet couple. They are both very excited about the nearing arrival of their baby boy and she is just glowing! Here are just a few of my favorites from this fun session!

Postponing the contest

It looks like I'm going to have to postpone the contest. There haven't been enough entries, so for now I'm going to put the contest on hold. If you know anyone that wants to participate send them here. If you sent in an entry, I'll hold onto it until I try this again and I'll let you know when that will be. Thanks for understanding!

Family Portrait Sneak Peek

A little over a week ago, I met this fun family at Sahuaro Ranch Park for some family photos. The kids had fun following the birds around and the rose garden was in full bloom. Sorry for the delay Kristin, here are a few from the session

Dolce Salon and Spa

On Sunday, my mother, sister and I enjoyed a rare girl's day at Dolce Salon & Spa at Arrowhead. We spent several hours being pampered with facials, Swedish massages (I splurged on a deep tissue massage that left me a little sore but worth it), lunch and pedicures. It was so nice to take care of ourselves for once and destress. The staff there are so wonderful and the whole place has such a relaxing atmosphere, I definitely recommend them for anyone looking for some relaxation and pampering! It would be a great place to go for a Bachelorette Party or some pre-wedding preparations!

http://www.dolcesalonspa.com/index.html

Coleen and Casey's Sneak Peek

I had the pleasure of photographing this very much in love couple's wedding this past weekend. They were so much fun and were willing to try out my ideas no matter how silly they may seemed at the time. Thank you for giving me the privilege of being part of your big day and trusting my creative vision! Congratulations!

Contest Rules and Prizes

As promised, here are the details

-Prizes-
1st Place:
Free Portrait Sitting*
1 Free 8x10 from Session
Up to $90 value

2nd Place
1/2 price Portrait Sitting*
1 Free 8x10 from Session
Up to $52.50 value

3rd Place
$15 off Portrait Sitting*
1 Free 8x10 from Session
$30 value

All other finalists will receive a FREE 8x10 at their next sitting.

*Discounted Portrait Sessions are only applicable towards a session that includes the winning child. Specialty sessions will be discounted the value of the prize. Prizes have no cash value.

-Rules-
Photos will not be judged by me, I will have a panel of judges to make that decision.
Please only submit one photo per child. If possible, please try to submit a photo that only includes the entered child.
By submitting a photo you are giving Kayla Renckly Photography (myself) permission to post the photo on this blog.
Entries must be received before midnight April 14th, 2008. Please email all entries to Kayla@krphotographyaz.com Please include the child's name and age and a phone number you can reached at to notify you if they are a winner (only photo will be posted, no other information for privacy). Child must be 17 or younger.
Finalists will be announced on April 16th, 2008. Voting will begin April 16th and end at midnight, April 29th. If your child is a finalist send all of your family and friends here to vote!
Winners will be announced April 30th!

Remember, this is a fun contest!

April Announcement!

In honor of the new website in the works, I'm having a Cutest Kid Contest! From now until April 14th, email me (kayla@krphotographyaz.com) a photo of your cute kid. On April 16th, I will post the finalists on my blog for everyone to vote on. Voting will end midnight, April 29th and the winner will be announced April 30th. Please include your name, the child's name and age, and your phone number that you can be contacted at if you win. Tomorrow I'll announce the details and prizes! If you know someone else that would like to enter, please feel free to send them here!