I had a great time with Kristina and her family while taking her maternity photos. Congratulations and thanks for sharing this special time.                                                                                                                                         
                                                                                                             

                                                                                                                                                                        
                                                                         
                                                                       

        

                                                                              
                               I'm looking for 2011 graduates that would be interested in joining our student models.
Write to barb@barbzappiaphotography.com to introduce yourself. We will start shooting at the end of March or early April.  I will post all information soon. 

        

The best part of my job is the spontaneity of the children. I want to share a couple pictures I took during this season that I absolutely love.
                                                              
                                                                                     

                               Just look at this mischievous face. Its priceless, but I'm not so sure that was what his Father was thinking!


                                                                                                                                
                                                         As I was clicking this photo Maggie decided to give me the peace sign.
                                                       Why not? Her parents used a "peace on earth" theme for their Christmas cards,
                                                      and I used it for my January ad which you can see below.
                                                              
                                                                                                Thanks Maggie!
 
                                          


                                                                       

        

 While thinking of Christmas gifts I thought of my close friend who writes reviews of children's literature for ages 8+. Visit her website for children book ideas. This just might make your holiday shopping easier!    http://annefontaine.wordpress.com

        

I haven't been good at blogging lately but I did want to take the time to share with you my ad that I placed in a couple local magazines.
 This bed was built by my father for my daughter when she was playing with American Girl Dolls. It was a perfect fit for Dylan!
  I am very fortunate to have many props that my father has made for my children or for my studio. Thanks Dad!
                                                            
                                                 

        

   Thank you to the Lowes for asking me to photograph their lovely home. What a great way to keep your memories of your home!  We took several pictures to combine together in a coffee table book that will last for generations to enjoy.


                                                           
                                                                  
                                                     

                                                                                  
                                                                                           
                                             
                                                                     

        

     I was certainly blessed a couple weeks ago when asked to take Christmas pictures of a set of quadruplets that live here in Granger.
The boys are truly adorable.  Kristen and Tim, thank you for inviting me into your home.
                                                                                                   Merry 1st Christmas to Tommy, Joe, Sam, and Henry!
     


                                                       

        

  One of the reasons I love my job is that I am blessed with meeting so many great people.
 I spent a couple hours getting to know Andy and Alysa who is expecting their first baby in December. It was so easy working with them. You could see the love in their eyes for each other and the excitement for the anticipation of their new baby.
Congratulations Alysa and Andy!                          A few other photos on barbZappiaphotography.com
    
                                                                        
                                                                        

                                                                   

        

    Last weekend I spent a couple hours with two wonderful young people, Paige and Jason who just announced their engagement.
                                      Thank you for allowing me to share this special time with you.
             Check my website barbZappiaphotography.com to see a couple other photos of Paige and Jason.


                                                                                                                                                 
                                                           
                                                          
                                                                 

                                                                 

        

  Last week I had the the opportunity to freelance for ATA World Magazine, out of Minneapolis.  They are doing an article on two ATA world champs that live here, in Granger. It was a privilege to meet Gramm and Reagan. They are amazing kids that work out 6 hours a day, are home schooled and teach other children, wow!   Congratulations kids!