hailey | coeur d’alene senior photography
July 29, 2010what more can i say…. she is absolutely beautiful! It was a fun session:) thanks “mom” for help with the pooch! couldn’t have done it without you!
xo, christina
i {heart} blu
July 29, 2010we had lots of fun this morning trying to win some stuff w/ blu. Even if we don’t win, we sure had fun doing the pics… Just hoping the neighbors didn’t see me looking like I had a mop on my head and in my jammies. (by the time I saw the contest we had about 3 minutes to get it done before the contest was over) hehe, it was fun:)
baby b | “chevy” GIVEAWAY ;)
July 28, 2010I just had to squeeze in this sneak peek….isn’t he so sweet and adorable. I think this is my most fave picture! He was such a good baby!
Almost done with your proofs “b” family….congrats on your new little bundle of joy.
xo, christina
ps….the “b” family drives a chevy too (made sure of that before using the vintage chevy as a backdrop;) I drive a chevy too:)
UPDATE…GIVEAWAY - ok, so I just thought of this little giveaway as I was posting this sneak peek…. If you drive a chevy, leave a note on my blog or on my facebook wall and viola…your entered. Ok, so what if you don’t own a chevy? Well, if you just leave a note on the blog or facebook wall and say that you saw the cutie patootie baby in front of the chevy truck…well, viola! your entered. Gonna give away a few Starbucks & Christina G Gift Cards (don’t forget to tell your friends about the giveaway….that is a bonus giveaway!;)
kristal: I am an aspiring photographer, mommy to two adorable boys and drive a chevy TRUCK. great photos...love the tailgate prop. kjm
Holly: Beautiful!!! Love your light!
carrie: I saw the adorable chevy picture.. but I drive a kia :p
Kate: Absolutely gorgeous!!!!
Rebecca Ragan: I DO drive a Chevy, and I love your prop! Very creative!
Christie: I want to hang that top one in my house!!! Beautiful pic and baby too! :)
amber glanville: I love these!...and all of your recent work. I wish I'd been able to make it to the vintage barn sale. Tsk. Maybe next time. Oh, and yeah Chevy's rock!
Dayna Stevens: What a beautiful baby boy. Adorable.
Tami: OOOHHH! Love that photo, what an awesome and creative idea. You are such a fab photographer! We are a Chevy only family! In fact, when I was pregnant with my daughter my hubby wanted to name her Cora Evette after the Chevy Corvette....didn't happen but he tried!
Theo: I don't drive a chevy (sadly no car lol) but this baby is so cute and your photography is stunning. I found your blog because I've been looking up photography blogs and have to say that this little baby in front of the chevy is just a stunning photo!
email on the fritz…
July 26, 2010So, I just found like 25+ emails in a junk folder that I need to return from the last few days that went through my website…. I have no idea why they went going into “junk” and have no idea how long this has been happening (it is only showing me mail in the “junk” for the last few days). I’ll tell ya, I am already kind of spacey and having a hard time keeping up in the busy season, but, OH! people must thing I am horrible for never getting back to them. So sorry….. this has happened before and I have no idea why - If for some reason, ya send me an email and I don’t get back to you within a 2 or 3 days (sometimes it takes that long) give me a call. Thanks - xo, christina
….now I know one reason why some thought I was in LaLa land…;) ha!
just a note…
July 25, 2010So, I have gotten a few messages in the last week asking if I am taking time off or if I am still alive… I have been working like crazy…most days starting at 5 or 6 am. I have not posted many sneak peeks because time just doesn’t allow. When I get totally overwhelmed, blogging/fb seems to be the 1st to go. I am just trying to stay focused and keep on trucking with proofing and orders. I feel so bad and really hope that clients don’t assume that I didn’t like their pics and that’s why I didn’t sneak peek them. Oh my, that is totally not why at all. So, just wanted to let my peeps know, I am still alive and well. Just crazy busy! Btw…. Just got the keys to the new studio and will be working on that (in my spare moments, hehe). I will be moving in August and will keep an update. Check back for more info:)
hannah | coeur d’alene senior photography
July 16, 2010Hannah is my babysitter….She is the best babysitter ever;) She is also graduating this year. I am so proud of her. She is such a beautiful girl!!!
Oh, and I love my new chair! Got it from my friends at Forget Me Nots on 4th Street in Cda! Check out their store, they have some fabulous junk for sale;)
xo, christina
I really had a great time…..our little photo booth was lots and lots of fun! It was a HOT beautiful day. Lots of cool junk, great music, and yummy food. It was sure great meeting facebook friends/fans, and fellow bloggers. here is a sneak peek…
xo, christina
Michelle Glasser: Awesome, great looking at these!
rolane Hopper: THESE R AMAZING!! I LOVE THEM!!!!
Ally T: Oh...these are sooo fun! =) You totally captured these faces and I am sure added a fun element to the already amazing Vintage Barn Show! CUTE~!
Kate: Fabulous girl!!! These are sooo fun!!!
Elaine/TinkerVerve: too much fun!
Pamela Thoms: What a great job! I think you captured the essence of fun and jinking at the show. Thanks for posting the pic of me with my peeps, Kelli and Lou.
Leena Lanteigne: What wonderful pictures of such colorful characters! I love the woman who used the fake mustache as eyebrows - too funny! Your photos are so creative - the old barn wood, antique truck, love of junk - right up my alley! Thanx for sharing!
Carrie: That was such a hoot! My girlfriends and I had a ball at the show and enjoyed posing in front of ol' Pinky.
hollie eastman: so cute!
the k. family
July 12, 2010I have to admit….I seriously felt some pressure before this photo shoot. Megan is a photographer from Arizona. She planned a trip to the NW but was going out of her way to have pictures done. She came on the same weekend as Iron Man (which is crazy $ for hotels) She was here just the one night….so, I had one chance to capture her family. I guess in my mind, I was like….oh my gosh, what if I forget how to use my camera….what if something weird starts happening with my camera and don’t know what to do about it….and on and on. So crazy! Well, they couldn’t of been dressed more adorable! I love, love the patterns and colors! She totally rocked on her choice of clothing! (the dresses are from Target) They are a gorgeous family! (check out her site - she is awesome!)
Ally T: What amazing colors! Darling kids and beautiful family...an absolutely amazing weekend for weather...wonderful Chris! Have NO IDEA why you fret! =)
teri mason: Gorgeous family - and great colors & clothing. And I loooove your pink furniture :)
Megan: Thanks so much for our amazing images. I love your work and you were totally worth going out of the way!!!
Michelle Kane: I'm IN LOVE with these. The colors, the cuties, everything!
mesha: What a fantastically gorgeous, stunning woman... who also happens to make beautiful babies!
The Vintage Barn Sale is here! It is so fun taking pictures of all of this cool junk:) I love my job!
Sale is Saturday July 10th 9-4. Hope to see you there!!!
Here is a little sneak peek from tonight!
Kate: Ugh....what I wouldn't give to go!!! It looks fabulous!!!
Michelle Glasser: Such a fun thing to be a part of...Love your pictures they are so beautiful. Thanks for taking my photo can not wait to see the collage you put together...
Michelle Kane: What beautiful "junk". You are so lucky to have that kind of loot at your fingertips. Love these recaps.
rolane Hopper: Junkalicious!!
teri mason: That pink truck is to die for!!!
Hollie: lovely, lovely!!
the d. family | coeur d alene family photography
July 9, 2010This family was so awesome to hang out with….the kids were absolutely adorable. and I loved the dad’s new york accent! It always reminds me of my dad when I hear someone’s new york accent:) And I am soooo happy to have beautiful weather now!
Thanks d family for being so very patient with your proofs!
xo, christina
Kate: Oh my!!! these are so fabulous!!! I think you need to come to Chicago pronto!! :)
Vanessa: What a perfect family session...Love the interaction...Beautiful as always :)
Holly: Love these! What a great location and I just love the family interaction!
Michelle Kane: This is one beautiful family. I love the real loving connections you captured. So fabulous!
life is crazy…
July 9, 2010It has been a crazy month….it has been such a busy month. I have not been able to keep up with the blog world (as you can see…) Lots of FUN sessions and awesome projects I have been working on. I have also been on the hunt for the perfect studio and have a couple that I am seriously considering.
I seriously have the BEST clients. Sometimes I seem to take on a little more than I can do in a day, but everyone has been so very very patient and I thank you for that!!!! I love my job. I love my clients. I am blessed.
Oh my Oh my!!!! These little doggies {{make}} me want to “become” a pet photographer! Both of their dogs were so wonderful….I will upload more pics later. Bri, your new baby is so precious! xo, christina
Dayna Stevens: So cute Brianna!
Holly: Love these! Adorable ;0)
Michelle Kane: The little white dog looks so cuddly.
Bri: Christina! LOVE LOVE LOVE oh they are fantastic, just like you miss! Had a great time on our shoot! Cant wait to see more!
Kate: These are wonderful and that little white pup is just precious!!!
Kristin W: You amaze me Christina! Always finding new, amazing photo opps!
Just a quick sneak peek of a recent commercial/editorial photo shoot. Thanks Sadie, for being such an amazing model… and Stephanie, for being so fun to work with…you’re awesome! xo, christina
Stephanie: Christina, you have a beyond wonderful eye for just the right shot - I am so excited to see all the photos - these are just awesome!!! Sadie, you are just a dear and I am so thrilled to have met you and thank you thank you thank you!!!
Ally T: These are refreshing and fun! Great job Chris...love your model! How darling is she!?! =) PS..the reflection in the sunglasses is breathtaking..
crave photography: Nice work!!
the b family | coeur d’alene family photography
June 12, 2010This was a fun session from a few weeks ago. One of the ones where we had to dodge the crazy rain weather. I do love how green everything is…that is definitely the bonus of lots of rain;)
What a beautiful family! So great to meet them…they were so kind and fun to hang out with!
b family, gallery coming soon;) - xo, christina
Kate: Love these!!! What a gorgeous family!!!
Beth Benoit: GORGEOUS!!! Are those real flowers in the bike??
Holly: Beautiful images! Love the interaction with the family...your work is amazing!
Elaine/TinkerVerve: You SO know how to capture it. Will you be posting more Farm Chicks pics???
Michelle Kane: What an adorable family. I love the little girl's outfit. These are just wonderful!!!
Well, I just got back this evening from getting a sneak peek at The Farm Chicks Sale. It was so fun taking pictures of all of this beautiful junk. I think I *need* to buy about $500 worth of stuff tomorrow! This is seriously one of the highlights of my year….and even more bonus, to have the opportunity to photograph the show for Serena.
Here is a little sneak peek….. The sale is this weekend, Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 10-4. Hope to see you there;)
sean: too cute. that license plate has to be the best ever :)
Heather H :) :) :): These photos are great. I love vintage anything, too :) :) ..romantic, Victorian, country, frilly etc...all of it :) :) I found your blog via The Farm Chicks. I love looking at other peoples blogs too. I just started my own blog last week...so it's fun to see blogs like this one. It gives me great inspiration :)
Julie M.: Oh, what pretty fun! I can't wait! : ) Julie M.
Kim-HomeIsWhereTheHeartIs: Great pictures!
Montse: I love the crispiness of the pictures you took, awesome displays and vignettes.
margaret: Thanks for the peek....I'm sitting in Chicago in the rain wondering why I didn't get my behind on a plane to Spokane this weekend! Hungry for more pics!
Cori: Wonderful photos! Wasn't it a inspiring show? So glad there were professional photographers capturing all those great images. You can see some of my amateur photos at www.starviewsonnet.blgospot.com Best, Cori
Corrie - Quilt Taffy: Thoroughly enjoyed the show. Can't wait to see more pics. I took a few too; your photos are great.
Andrea: Oh my ! If I could handle the drive i would have went, I'm about 5 hours away ..
Elaine/TinkerVerve: It was so good to see you here and there, Christina, over the weekend. I've been doing some 'catching up' on your blog and your photos simply AMAZE me. They are stunningly beautiful. See you again next month...{hopefully}
Amy: your photos are spectacular!
Amy: your photos are spectacular! HA I just realized that was our green door with the birdcage hanging in it!
Vanessa: Hey Girl...thanks for your kind comment! I love your blog...and this post, perfection! and...that chair you found, so jealous!!! LOVE IT!
crave photography: OK I'm seriously driving up from Utah to come to this next year. I will be in HEAVEN!!!!
Farm Chicks Show this weekend!
June 3, 2010So excited for this weekend! I will be taking pictures of the show….and shopping of course in between! If you haven’t been to the Farm Chicks Show, gotta make it! It is so fun!
i hit the jackpot!
May 31, 2010LOOK at this totally rad chair I found in Spokane yesterday! SO excited to use this for a prop! who wants to use it first? 
Michelle Kane: this is such a find! lucky you!
Beth Benoit: Jealous!!! Can't wait see this in use! Enjoy!
sean: ohh, there are going to be a number of spectacular images involving that!
kristy Murphy: that is the cutest chair E.V.E.R.!!!! lucky dog you.
so adorable! | coeur d’alene family photography
May 28, 2010Oh, are they the sweetest, cutest, most adorable….and oh my! love, love their outfits! I loved the style, the colors, the patterns!
Mom did an awesome job!!!
The weather around here has been very crazy! One day it is summer and the next, well, it is winter, spring and summer all in the same day! How do you plan for that one? We totally froze on this day…of course a few hours later in the day, it was sunny and beautiful. We got through it….with the help of mom & dad promising….Silverwood to their beautiful kiddo’s for doing a great job with pics! So happy to meet this family!
xo, christina
sean: they're ADORABLE! i love the second one! his plaid shirt rocks!
Michelle Kane: Love their clothes too! they are sweet as can be. The running shot is fantastic!
what is a moment?
May 28, 2010A celebration of life…… even the simplest things….things we take for granted are some of the most beautiful things in life.
(scroll to the bottom of my blog and click pause on the music before you press play on the video)
Have a wonderful weekend! xo, christina
Michelle Kane: Oh, I LOVE Radio Lab! Thanks for sharing this awesome video.
alexis | coeur d’alene senior photography
May 26, 2010Alexis was one of my Jr Miss girls I photographed in the spring…. I had lots of fun with her and her mom, exploring and using some new locations! Just a quick sneak peek;) Can’t wait to work on the rest! xo, christina
Barbara Hurst: these are beautiful, love the bike in the first one. A really nice touch.
Kate: Such a gorgeous young lady! Beautiful shots as always!!!
sean: just gorgeous, oh my gosh! the colours are so bold, the crispness is amazing!
Danelle: GREAT pics! Can't wait to see the rest. Thank you :)