God is good!

God put another person in my life that I know is going to be extra special. (Does He ever stop?...haha!) This beautiful lady called me last week and asked if I could photograph her daughter's 2nd birthday party. What a Pink Poodle Party it was! You can check out more pictures on her amazing blog: http://pfeiferfamily.blogspot.com/. Thanks, N!

We are going to be starting a MOPS Club soon! Please let me know if you are interested in helping out.

I *heart* this family!

All five of these beautiful children have been adopted by one lovely woman. Thank you, D! You are so blessed as am I for getting to take your pictures!

Anne Geddes

This is one woman that I really look up to. We are so similar. She is a middle child of five girls...I am a middle child of five girls. I am a photographer...she is a photographer. She has a blog...I have a blog. She has a gorgeous accent...I do not. Okay, maybe we're not all that alike but there are some similarities.

I happened to switch on the tv this morning and saw her promoting her new biography Labor of Love (in stores today.) I can't quote her exactly but she said something like this during the interview:

I think it's unfortunate when the kids are off playing in the background and the photographer is busy setting up the perfect scene when the magic is already happening behind them.

If any friends/family are reading this and wonder what to get me for Christmas...here's a hint...heehee!

Beautiful Ballerina

1.

2.

randomness

Spikey #2 (don't tell)

(no fish were harmed in the shooting of this photo)

...and some other favorites from recent sessions!

The Battle

It lasted for hours...

but alas came two victors!

I love my boys!

Christmas Portrait Package!

As of the second I am typing, there are 66 days, 14 hours, and 50 minutes until Christmas! Please don't wait to schedule your appointment!

$150 Holiday Package
1 HOUR YOUR CHOICE LOCATION
CD WITH ALL PRINTS AS USUAL
25 FREE 5X7 PHOTO CARDS FROM TINYPRINTS.COM (check them out because they are SOOO cute)

I only have 20 open sessions so schedule quickly.

Thanks so much for all your support and kind words! I do appreciate referrals!

~Paula Stiller~
(520)868-6611
http://www.paulastillerphotography.com/

Little Miss K

We went out and battled the wind last night but it turned out to be a great shoot! Little Miss K is so sweet and full of spunk (gotta love that!) It was a fun time as you can tell! Thanks for a fun evening at the park, you guys!

Love it!

A Beautiful Day in the 'Copa

It was another beautiful day today. The highs were in the mid-80s. Yesterday we had a busy day and met some very neat people at Founders' Day so it was good to relax today. We went to church this morning and the kids played outside most of the day. Here's a picture I took while they played outside. At one point, this little sweetie came in and her white dress was brown. No thanks to a 2 year old brother of hers!

R & M's Little Miracle

When someone calls to set up an appointment, I usually ask some questions and try to get to know them a little better. When M told me her story, I knew this would be a special session. You see, R & M were told that they could not have children so they decided to adopt. In the midst of the process, a miracle occurred and here are the results!

I'll be doing some more newborn pictures in a couple more weeks!

It was so much fun being with you two. This little person you're bringing into the world is so blessed already. I'm sure he/she will come out with a great big smile because I know I smiled the whole time I was with you.

A Little Miracle!

I have another maternity session to post tomorrow.
I'll share their amazing story, also. Here's a little preview!

Baby on Board!

I am absolutely adoring new parents-to-be. Something about how he looks at her, she looks at him, and they both look at the baby in wonder and excitement.

Friday night, I had the awesome opportunity to do a maternity shoot and hang out with D & C. They drove quite a way to get these done and I am honored that they decided to come down.

We met over at the waterfalls and came back and then set up a make-shift studio at our house since we couldn't go to their home. They came with some ideas and that always makes my job easier and I learn that way also. Once again, it's hard to choose which ones to post, but here you two go:





They are decorating the baby's nursery in western and wanted some westernish pictures.



I know you two are going to be extraordinary parents! Can't wait to meet the little guy in a couple weeks!

new things in the air

i love fall. it might be my favorite season. there is a crisp coolness in the air. the kids can go play outside. i can open the windows. the colors change (at least somewhere). the anticipation of the holidays. the smell of pumpkin pie. i could go on and on. we have had plenty of excitement here. here is just a short list.

*new house
*scott's new job
*jonah turned 5 - i've been a mom for five years
*photography in full swing
*helping with the church awana program

we are definately blessed beyond our belief. god is faithful to those who are faithful. i truly believe that.

i did do 2 maternity photography sessions this past weekend. i cannot say enough about these two couples. we had so much fun. i can't put any up now as i need to go clean the kitchen but i will get some up soon.

i am working on the website right now...new pictures...new songs (Newsboys!). the photo program i use got some new features so i've been having fun with the kiddos doing some artsy stuff.

Party at the Park

Moms Club met at the playground today. Sometimes it's nice to get out in the midst of craziness and just chat with some other mommies. You ladies are great. Thanks for the fun morning!

The whole gang!

The babes!

Trinity standing up and throwing sand in the bucket. She's too little to do that!

The older kids rockin' it on the jungle gym.



...and what's going on here?

I'm Back!

How adorable is this family?!?
I am working on many projects so this will have to do for now. We are in our new house and enjoying it tremendously. We're ready for a great week here!

Picture of the Day

Not that this picture is perfect in any way, but I love it. It is perfectly unperfect. I remember that Mommy M and I were just talking and she was rubbing her belly and smiling with delight. I tried to catch that moment because I know how it feels.

One of my best friends from high school had her first baby last week. I was chatting with her today and I loved what she wrote after I asked her, "Are you just in love, or what?" She replied,
"YES!!! I knew that I would love my baby, however, this is much more awesome than you can ever imagine!"

Isn't that so true?

We are busy packing up and painting this week. The big move is supposed to be taking place this Saturday. The house looks great. I'll try to get some pictures up but I keep leaving the camera over there. It may have to wait until we get over there.

For Zachary

BACK TO SCHOOL PHOTO SHOOT

WHO? Secondhand Pages and Paula Stiller Photography

WHAT? Fundraiser for Zachary Schumann
WHEN? Saturday, September 22nd ~ 10am-noon and 1pm-3pm
WHERE? 44480 W. Honeycutt Rd, Suite 106
WHY? To encourage Zachary in his fight with cancer.
COST? $15/child and $5 for each additional child in the family. Includes an 8x10 for each child.
100% of the proceeds will be donated to Zach and his family.

WHAT ELSE?
Each child that comes in will make a funny face to be put in a photobook for Zachary to look at every day so he knows we are thinking about him.

PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD.

www.caringbridge.org/visit/zacharyschumann

my birthday

Yesterday I turned 26. Scott informed me that I am now in my late 20s. I feel every bit of it and some. Heather and Tony came down from the Springs to see us. It was great to see some of my family. We went night swimming, ate ABTS cake, and played games. Scott brought me home these roses last night. One of the kids always helps me arrange them. I thought this picture was priceless so I added a note to myself :) What more could I ask for? A new house, you say, well...Scott is signing the final closing papers as type.

Lightning Storm

Scott just came in with these pictures!

Mommy-To-Be

After reading on 85239.com how excited this mommy-to-be is, I knew I had to get some pictures of her. She is just radiant. She asks other parents on the forum some really good questions. You are going to do great, M. Congratulations! I can't wait to meet the little guy!