Lookbook photography & design

Things have been crazy around here- so much to catch up on! One of the projects that I have been working on is this bad boy here:

(take a peek inside HERE)

I had not put together a lookbook yet, so figuring out the technicalities and creating a PDF without that annoying white border was not easy, but I finally got it. The shoot itself was tricky, in that it was nearly freezing and rained pretty much the whole time, but the models were awesome and didn't let it affect them (even when they wore shorts!)

If you haven't had a chance to check out the hubs' company, Tumbleweed TexStyles, be sure and stop by to check out their shirts (ahem, and my photography!) ;-)

Tumbleweed Texstyles Promo Session

The other day we did a quick (and I mean 20 minute quick!) promotional session for my husband's new venture, Tumbleweed Texstyles.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Hillary Anne Photography
MODELS: Rachel Dee & Nathan
STYLING: Hillary Anne Photography
CLOTHING: Tumbleweed Texstyles (tees), Converse shoes, models' own jeans.

2011 Spring Fashion Trends

The recent snow and ice has made me wistful for the Spring, bright colors, and fun dresses. And it looks as if 2011 is taking its cues from the 70’s. Think high-waisted flare pants (move over skinny jeans!), wedges, military influences + feminine styles, sheers, and simple simple simple! Forget the over-embellished everything. Forms tend toward the loose and flowy, which means it is crucial for the pieces to be well cut to suit your body type! Colors will be white (lots of it!), pale neutrals, bold citrus shades, turquoise (spilling over from last year), & of course, honeysuckle pink! Other popular trends look to be…
•    A-line coats
•    Mixing patterns/prints of the same colors (being careful so as not to look like the crazy bag lady).
•    Flatforms (platform + wedge)
•    Trench dress
•    Preppy accessories (vintage is great)
•    Big bangles
•    Lace
Hurry up, Spring!

Photo credits: Christopher Kane (unknown), Chris Benz (Getty Images), Ralph Lauren, Erdem, Chanel (unknown), Marc by Marc Jacobs (unknown), Thakoon, Derek Lam, Alexander Wang (Style.com), Jason Wu (Dan & Corina Lecca), Michael Kors (unknown), Tommy Hilfiger (unknown).

The Official Pantone Color for 2011

is (drumroll please)...Honeysuckle! What a great balance to 2010’s turquoise. Celebs have already been sporting the new color- check out Elizabeth Hurley’s sweet sheath dress (image by Gary Gershoff/WireImage ) and the darker shade sported by fashionista Blake Lively (image by Jerritt Clark/WireImage). What girl doesn't look great in pink? There are a million different ways to wear honeysuckle- here are a few finds…
1. Sheer striped blouse by Forever 21 (get it HERE)
2. Silk Betty layered dress by Banana Republic (get it HERE)
3. I’ll Bring Dessert Top by ModCloth (get it HERE)
4. Satin Bow Back Pump by Wet Seal (get it HERE)
5. The So Totally Skirt by ModCloth (get it HERE)
6. Key-Per Laptop Tote by Fossil (get it HERE)

Ahh, Spring!

It finally feels like it has arrived. I am ready for skirts, tank tops, and wonderfully strappy sandals. I always get inspired by the seasons changing- new colors, styles, and photoshoot opportunities. This summer Brian and I are actually going on a REAL vacation- yay! We're doing an Eastern Caribbean cruise, and I am already excited to fluff my wardrobe with a few new pieces from Ruche. It is Anthropologie-esque clothing for way cheaper.
Now I just need to make sure that I work out plenty before then, and maybe tan a little so I don't scare people away with my incredible whiteness. With this warmer weather it has been much easier to get inspired to go running, so no more excuses for me!

Sarah Modeling

Nicki Modeling

I have sooo much to catch up on my blog! Yikes!

Tanner Modeling

Most of my shoots are brides or engagements, so I really have to switch gears when I photograph guys. It's a whole different ball game- no more popping out the hip or playing with layered skirts. :-)
It was really fun, though, and Tanner's a natural model, so my job was easy. He is getting his portfolio together for this summer, when he will be back from Texas Tech and can get some modeling work. Didn't he do a stellar job?