Community Fundraising

Appleby Photography is pleased to have been a part of the Madison Children's Museum fundraising event. The American Girl Fashion Show in July was a great success. This was an event geared towards girls, aged 5-12, who were interested in seeing how fashion changed over the years, as portrayed through American Girl historical books and dolls. We loved being a part of the event, including photographing over 4 days. The historical fashions were fabulous, and all of the girls who brought their American Girl dolls were adorable!

We were able to give an in-kind donation of $2400, raised over $300 at the event, and we added to that today with $700 from the proceeds of event portrait sales! We are proud to be able to support our local community and to have helped make their beautiful new facility a reality.

A Family Session

Super cute family!

Kim & Steve

Urban Families

An Urban Locations session is the way to go when you want an edgy, cool and unique backdrop in your family portrait. Enjoy the session as you push your boundaries and engage in the family fun!

Textured walls, historic front stoops, and brick alleyways will all contribute to highlighting your family’s modern style.

Schedule your session for the beginning of October to make sure you have the best holiday cards this year!

Have You Seen The New Site?

If you haven't peeked yet, check out our new Appleby Photography site! We have had a lot of compliments on how much easier it is to use. The extra information and separation of weddings and portraits has made the site very "user-friendly." Also, check out the links in our recommended vendor section!

So Many Cute Kids!

I really am going to make an effort to post more studio images! I've photographed so many cute kids lately, that I HAVE to share! Here are two adorable boys that paid me a visit recently.

Kristin & John

How Charming!

Weddings are about family. Honoring loved ones that are no longer with us is a special way to acknowledge their importance in our lives. Bouquet charms is one way to do that. Brides will attach photo charms of special family members, such as grandparents, to honor their memory. Later, these charms can be added to a charm bracelet, or even hung from ribbon to be be used as a special holiday ornament. We offer charms, starting at $42.

So Many Details...

Mandy & Sean

New Location, New Direction

I was absolutely sure that 2009 was going to be a defining year for me. And it was, just not in the way I had expected. The last year and a half has brought a lot of changes to our business and family.

One change I was not expecting was to have such a staggering amount of our portrait sessions take place at locations other than the studio. And I have learned that I love it, which was such a huge surprise to me.

Also, we welcomed our fourth child in December of 2009. At a time when we already had a 2, 3, and 9 year old, Leo's arrival took more planning and organizing then we thought, and was actually easier than we imagined. Having four children is more work than three children, but we are learning to adapt to the constant level of chaos and wouldn't change it for the world.

As 2010 moves forward, we have come to realize we need to allow our business to evolve to move forward with the changes within our lives. While we completely adore the beautiful old building that currently houses Appleby Photography, we have decided that it is time to relocate the studio back into our home (and perhaps a bigger one), as it was 6 years ago. This will allow us to more easily work with our clients on location and in their homes, while allowing us to spend our production time with our family.

And knowing that the only constant is change, we are looking to the future with new ideas and directions for Appleby Photography, as we feel we have more changes ahead. We hope you will stay tuned!

New Location, New Direction

I was absolutely sure that 2009 was going to be a defining year for me. And it was, just not in the way I had expected. The last year and a half has brought a lot of changes to our business and family.

One change I was not expecting was to have such a staggering amount of our portrait sessions take place at locations other than the studio. And I have learned that I love it, which was such a huge surprise to me.

Also, we welcomed our fourth child in December of 2009. At a time when we already had a 2, 3, and 9 year old, Leo's arrival took more planning and organizing then we thought, and was actually easier than we imagined. Having four children is more work than three children, but we are learning to adapt to the constant level of chaos and wouldn't change it for the world.

As 2010 moves forward, we have come to realize we need to allow our business to evolve to move forward with the changes within our lives. While we completely adore the beautiful old building that currently houses Appleby Photography, we have decided that it is time to relocate the studio back into our home (and perhaps a bigger one), as it was 6 years ago. This will allow us to more easily work with our clients on location and in their homes, while allowing us to spend our production time with our family.

And knowing that the only constant is change, we are looking to the future with new ideas and directions for Appleby Photography, as we feel we have more changes ahead. We hope you will stay tuned!

New "Mom" Tattoos

What mother wouldn't love to have "Mom" tattooed on her son's arm?

We always knew he loved mom best!

Farm Animals at the Zoo

Madison is very different than the dairy farm I lived on as a small girl. So, I have often wished for farm animals at the Henry Villas Zoo, thinking my children would love to see "regular" animals. I am so excited that will be a reality next summer! The Children's Zoo section will have a new barn, and once complete, will be home to goats, sheep, pigs, alpaca, and other animals. The barn will also have a replica silo, windmill, and tractor for kids to climb on. My kids will love it!

American Girl Images On-line

Thank you for allowing Appleby Photography to photograph your daughter for the Madison Children's Museum's special event, the American Girl Fashion Show! We had so much fun and thought all the girls were very cute!

Proceeds from the sales will help the Madison Children's Museum with their fundraising. Photographs and exclusive special options are available for purchase. We are offering individual photographs and photograph packages, cute little keychains and magnets and several styles of greeting card sets. Exclusive for this event, we have a Couture line of 8x10 and 11x14 photograph and "Print Wraps."

If you have any questions about options or ordering, please let us know.

Thank you for the opportunity to photograph your daughter!

Sincerely,

Becky & Chris

Madison Children's Museum- American Girl

The Madison Children's Museum is hosting an AMERICAN GIRL Fashion Show this weekend, July 16, 17 and 18th. Click here for more information!

We are delighted to help with this wonderful fundraiser. We will be taking photographs before each of the shows, and all proceeds go to the museum! Also, our oldest daughter is thrilled to be a model in the show! :)

In addition to the Fashion show, their annual benefit sale is going on this weekend, and tickets are still available for Sunday. Click here for more information! The sale is great for discounted American Girl items, and the proceeds go to the museum. I have certainly started my Christmas shopping with this sale. :)

Wedding Traditions

Real Simple has a fun article about getting creative with wedding traditions:

Something Old

• A locket containing a picture of your great-grandparents
• A family Rosary for the ceremony
• Antique combs, pins, or barrettes
• A baby bracelet from a family member used around the base of your bouquet
  

Something New

• A key to your new home, if you're moving in together for the first time, hidden in your bouquet wrap
• A lucky penny minted in the year of your wedding
• Everything else!
  

Something Borrowed

• A flower from a loved one's garden, "borrowed" for your bouquet
• Dad's handkerchief, tucked under your bodice
• A fur stole, for a winter wedding
• Any jewelry you've been eyeing on a friend or a family member
  

Something Blue

• The sash on your dress
• A bouquet of blue blooms
• A blue garter or undergarment
• Sapphire jewelry
• A blue pen, for signing the marriage certificate

Gina and Charlie

I loved their reading:

Faults

They came to tell your faults to me,
They named them over one by one;
I laughed aloud when they were done,
I knew them all so well before, --
Oh, they were blind, too blind to see
Your faults had made me love you more.

By Sara Teasdale

Perky Polka Dot Sunscreen Favor

Sunblock is the perfect favor for your outdoor wedding! It's one of those "most needed, often forgotten" things. Now, no burning regrets later!

Perky Polka Dot Sunscreen Favor

Summer Bridal Show

Happy June! This is such a great month- school is done, the weather is warm, weddings are plentiful!

If you are planning a wedding, the Wedding Planner & Guide has a fabulous bridal show this Wednesday, June 9th. They will have a fashion show, prizes and hors d'oeuvres. It's at the Marriott Madison West from 4pm to 9pm. Click here for more info.

Sign up for your chance to win a wonderful wedding- we are including an engagement session in the prize package!

Please come stop by our booth, we are near the door- we would love to say "hi"!