Kristin Bourdon Photography

WOW - I won!

2010-07-26T18:02:00.001-07:00

Check it out - I won the challenge!

Pro Photo Business Forum

Family Fun with the Argiro's...

2010-07-26T08:48:00.000-07:00

We survived the summer heat with the beautiful Argiro Family...

I am always up for a challenge...

2010-07-26T08:04:00.000-07:00

I have never considered myself a competitive person. I've been told by my friends and family that I am, but I don't see it as clearly from my point of view. Lately though, I've noticed that I have been "up for the challenge." First, I've been running a lot. About 6 months ago, I successfully completed a self imposed challenge to run every day for an hour for 365 consecutive days. It was super hard but I did it and I am still running... just about every day. Now, I am spicing it up a little by running with some serious running people. Some of my friends are hard core runners. I would have never dreamed I could keep up with their running level but I am putting myself out there and tagging along for the ride (and doing ok!).
How does this crossover into my business? Well, I have been challenged by one of my dearest friends to step up my photography game. My friend Michelle recently started a photography business with her Dad, Ellis Cline. They are doing great! Michelle is learning everything she can about photography and about how to run a successful small business. I did the same thing when I started my photography business in 2004. Mine has been a wonderful business and very successful. But, watching her learn and grow has inspired me to get out of my comfort zone and GET BETTER! I have been in a self imposed quiet phase. The kids have kept me busy with all of their activities (that I don't want to miss) and it has been nice to take a break. But, I am excited to get back into the swing of things and I look forward to a busy fall.

So, the current challenge (inspired by my friend Michelle) is to complete this week's assignment from the Pro Photo Business Forum.

This Week’s Assignment:
Subject Isolation With A Shallow Depth Of Field.
As photographers we are storytellers. Our job is to provide elegant tools for our customers to tell their stories. One way we can create a more elegant and polished story, and further define ourselves as professionals, is through the use of a shallow depth of field. A shallow depth of field is a tool a photographer can use to draw the viewer’s gaze to a certain area in a finished portrait, making it more clear was to what the photograph is trying to convey.This week, your assignment is “Shallow Depth Of Field”. Tell a story, and make the subject of your story more clear through the use of a shallow depth of field.

Here is my story, perfect for summertime fun...

I have always used shallow depth of field to blur the background behind my subjects. Now, I will try using it to focus on things that are important or fun while blurring my subjects - we'll see what happens!

The Reed Girls...

2010-07-18T14:02:00.000-07:00

Banita and I had so much fun laying out this canvas of Kennedy and Kayce. What beautiful girls!

Kayce and Kennedy were a joy to work with...

The Chavies Family

2010-07-18T12:55:00.000-07:00

Amy and Jeff wanted something a little more photojournalistic. I love the results!

Some more then and nows...

2010-07-16T17:02:00.000-07:00

I loooove (as my Robbie would say) repeat customers. Take a look at some of my favorite "then and nows..."

Abby Grace...

Preston and Lawson

The Brang Brothers...

The Munyons...

Matthew...

Ashley...

Kennedy...

Baby Samuel...

and Kate...

There are so many more, but this is a lot of work!! Here is to many more repeat customers!!

Farewell to The Martins

2010-07-16T16:13:00.000-07:00

I have had the pleasure of knowing and photographing one of the nicest families in town for the past six years. Our eldest sons were best friends in preschool at United Methodist. Now, they compete against each other on the soccer field! I have enjoyed watching the Martin Family grow over the last six years... take a look...
...this was then...

look at them now!

Here are some more favorites ~

The Martins are moving to St. Louis but I know we'll keep in touch!

The Hailey Family...

2010-06-29T12:21:00.000-07:00

Tonia, Steve and Noelani were so much fun during our photo shoot. Steve had me cracking up ~ all three were such a joy to work with. Noelani loved twirling in her dress. They make a beautiful family...

A new logo for KBP!

2010-06-24T19:31:00.000-07:00

My kids are getting older and a little more independent so it is time to get back to work... In the process of revamping my business, I have adopted a new look. A very BIG thank you to my dear friend, Michelle Cline, for creating my new logo. I love it!

Returning Customers!

2009-11-23T22:08:00.000-08:00

Long-time customers, the Ator Family, came all the way from St. Louis for their photo shoot (OK - so they were here for a soccer tournament, too). The girls have grown up so much since I took their pictures THREE years ago. Here are some of our favorites:

It's Been A Long Time

2009-11-23T22:02:00.000-08:00

It has been so long since I posted an update. I have been busy taking pictures - here are some favorites of our new neice, Baby Belle Bourdon. Isn't she beautiful??

Baby Samuel

2008-08-13T21:17:00.000-07:00

It has been more than two months since baby Samuel arrived but it is not too late to show him off! Congratulations to our dear friends, Nicole, Harley and baby Michael...

Summer in Review

2008-08-13T20:45:00.000-07:00

...at Matthew and Kristy's Wedding, outerbanks NC...

...at our lake...

...mohawks!...

...at Six Flags, St. Louis...

...at home with lots of stickers...

...bridge jumping at Norris Lake...

...getting ready for football...

First Day of School

2008-08-13T20:36:00.000-07:00

Monday was the first day back to school for Thomas. He loves his teacher and has a lot of friends in his class. Here we are on the big day...

Mac 101

2008-08-13T20:26:00.000-07:00

After 8 weeks of one-to-one training with "mac geniuses," countless hours of frustration and even a few tears, I am finally getting used to my Mac! It all started when I attended Sam Puc's Bellies & Babies Tour and I was inspired and motivated by her use of a MacBook Pro. Combine that with more than 6 unsuccessful hours on the phone with Dell trying to upgrade my system and WHAM! you have a convert! There are still a few kinks to work out but all in all I am running smoothly. So, if you want to know what I have been doing this summer, it is hanging out with the guys at the Apple Store - you know that ones with the 14-gauge tribal ear plugs?? They really are wonderfully knowledgeable! Keep your fingers crossed that my computer doesn't crash before I post this!

Summertime Fun!

2008-08-13T20:00:00.000-07:00

I had some amazing portrait sessions in the beginning of the summer. It has been so busy for both me and my customers that we are just now getting to the final product. Here is a sneak peak!

I am looking forward to a busy fall season!

Our Favorite Tree

2008-04-26T20:54:00.000-07:00

Only the Grandparents can not be tired of more pictures of the Bourdon Boys... but here they are anyway. I was scheduled to have a photo session tonight of one of my favorite customers but her dog ran away and, rightfully so, she was too preoccupied with finding him that we had to reschedule. So, I begged Tim to help me with a session of the boys together (level of difficulty: very high) at our favorite park on our favorite tree. Here is one that does not include googly eyes and sticking out tongues!

Finally, Finally, Finally!

2008-04-25T21:08:00.000-07:00

After almost two weeks of being really (and I mean really) sick, Robert was finally well enough to run around the park for his 2 year old pictures! We had a great time swinging, sliding, chasing ducks and watching dogs. At the end of the session, Robbie (a man of few words) said, "No more pictures Mom." I think that is his longest sentence yet! We are all so happy Robert is feeling better and it show how happy he is in these pictures... hope you like them!

Baby Samuel on his way!

2008-04-14T14:39:00.000-07:00

It won't be too long before we welcome baby Samuel into the world. So, we just had to capture these special last days on film before his arrival...

Thomas is 7!

2008-04-08T20:25:00.000-07:00

Thomas and I had a blast tonight. He graciously allowed me to take his 7 year old pictures. At the end of a very playful sessions, he said "That was fun!" That made me feel great!

Here are some of our favorites:

Let's get started!

2008-04-04T20:15:00.000-07:00

I am trying my hand at blogging so here goes...

I am so proud to announce that my new website http://www.kristinbourdonphotography.com/ will be launched in the next day or so. Please visit and let me know what you think.

It was relatively quiet around here tonight. Thomas is spending the night with his best buddy, Danny, so there were only two wild boys running around the house. They are finally asleep... ahh!

I recently had the pleasure of photographing baby Adeline. She was tiny! Less than three weeks old and only about six pounds - very peaceful. It was such a joy to work with her mom, Mary! I thought both Mary and Adeline were very photogenic. Here are some of my favorite pics from the session...

I am looking forward to a busy month. I am completely booked for the spring season. It has been raining here for days and days so the spring flowers should be beautiful at just the right time for my outdoor sessions. I will keep you posted...