The Dobbins!!!

First of all, I was just so excited to see them! I haven't seen baby Reece since the day she was born! But she has heard my voice many times!! After we got Jake to agree, we took some family pictures! They turned out great! Hope you all love them! Miss you already!

Miss C's Senior Pictures!

I am giving you a little sneak peek! I hope you like them. They all turned out so wonderful. You would never tell from the potraits that we were all about to pass out!!!!

Portrait of Jillian

I know this isn't a client, but I just love this one!!

Baby W!

Okay, so this little one is too cute!! You just want to squeeze him! Check out the adorable outfits Baby W has... Rolling Stones t and Willie Nelson onezie! So, do you think he might grow up to be a rocker or country music star??

New Picasso Series

I am now offering a Picasso Series. These are absolutely gorgeous. They are hand painted custom canvas portraits. They do take some time, so they are special order. A draft will be sent to you prior to ordering the final portrait. There will be more to preview soon. I am so excited about this!! Julie

Day III

Well, I have learned so much today that the information is coming out of my ears!! I felt like I was back in college with all the notes I was taking!
This is a little girl that in every way could pas for a blonde Jillian! It was so funny because everyone was talking about her personality and how cute and excited she was... then once we got in the room and she was gone... everyone was saying how it would be so hard to keep up with her! I sat there and thought... if you only knew! Hope you enjoy!

Texas School Day II

Yesterday,I sent an email to one of my clients at 2AM. Today I am blogging at ohhh whats that... 2AM!! Hint for next year... when they say you will be tired, and be up all the time... they MEAN it!!

Ohhh my gosh... I got into Jed and VIcki Taufer's class. It has been wonderful! I have learned so much! Youe need to visit their website... V Gallery They are wonderful together.

We got to photograph 3 seniors! We were very limited to where we could shoot! Take a look at a few from Day II! Good night! Julie

Texas School of Photography

I am leaving Saturday, April 26th to go to College Station, Texas! I have a engagement session on Saturday, then I am staying there a week for the Texas School of Photography! I have never been, but from what I have heard... it is amazing!! I will be returning May 2nd, hopefully with lots of great ideas! If you need me, please leave a message on my cell phone. I will return all calls and emails as soon as possible! (They keep mentioning how busy and tired we will be!!)

Final Four!

I just wanted to let everyone know that I will be checking my email, but may not be able to respond promptly. We are in San Antonio for the Final Four until Tuesday. Please be patient, I will work with you if you have any questions or concerns about orders. Julie

The W Family

It was so nice to meet all of you. I have heard so many great things about you from Amber. I had so much fun with all of you. I hope you enjoy a little peek at what is to come!

Mother and daughters!

I had so much fun with Ms. J and her girls! They all have so much personality! They had my laughing the whole time!! It was so good to see you again and meet your girls!

Ms. E

Ms. E is an inspirational speaker and counselor. She is also Amber's grandmother! I had so much fun with her! I wish all my clients had the natural pose she does! I didn't have to guide her at all! I hope she had lots of fun!

Grandma D

I was going to put her last name, but the only way I have ever known her is by Grandma D! She and Mr. P were so fun to see together! Mr. P was trying to be an escape artist and skip out of the pictures! I sure hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

The Brave Ones!

With the help of the boys, Mrs. D decided to venture into the stream and sit on a rock! We were pretty much done, and the boys asked if I would take their picture on the rock... I told them I would do anything their parents would allow them to do! I love this picture! They all had so much fun, and they were a delight to work with!

Uncle J

Here is Uncle J with all of the kiddos! Uncle J is my cousin. I haven't seen him since he was in high school. When I saw him the other day, I realized he has turned into a man! He is pretty cute too! (And he is single, I think... All comments can be sent to me and I will forward the good ones his way!)

Baby N

Oh my gosh! Little Miss N. is the most beautiful thing I have seen! Her eyes are just amazing! Mr. W. is not too bad looking himself! I had so much fun on this father daughter shoot! Miss N. was happy the whole time! You never saw her without a smile. She loves the camera! Mr. W. had lots of fun too. He did everything I asked, with no hesitation! I would pay lots and lots of money to have the patience he has! I hope you enjoy the sneak Peek!

The G Family

I am so excited to take these pictures. Mrs. G. has been one of my best friends since we were 4 years old! (That officially makes her my "Oldest Friend"!!)We have had so many wonderful times together! I hope she enjoys her pictures!
I have to tell you all a little story... A few years ago, before I was crazy about photography, Mrs. A asked me to take a picture of her family! She has a Cannon Rebel. I was so confused! Needless to say, they didn't use the picture for anything! But, that sparked something in me! I wanted a camera like that, and wanted to be able to be good at it! So, here I am. Thanks for all the help!

The L Family

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I had the time of my life Saturday! You were the best assistant! I was a little nervous about the number 11, but it went great! We stayed on time and got things done!
This is a portrait of Mr. C, one of the hundred Mr. C's in the George family!! The one thing I have to say about this picture is... I hope Jillian and him are okay with arranged marriages! I will not give up on this! hahaha To Colby: You did very good, not too many silly smiles! I love you all so much! -Julie

Baby on Board!

I know that the baby will be a girl too, so Daddy is in trouble! Little Miss B was so sweet, she is going to be the best big sister ever! You two were so much fun. I am so glad I got to capture belly! I am ready to get my hands on the new little package! -Julie

H Girls

I have a new found respect for moms with twins! I tried to give her some time, and told her to stay out of the room... I failed! She ended up in the room helping!! These girls had so much personality, they walked into the room smiling and left smiling! You can tell they are all so happy, and beautiful to boot!! -Julie

Mr. C

I think Mommy was working so Mimi and Poppy brought this little man to his session. The love of the grandparents just brought more light to the room! And it is easy to see the Mr. C adores his Poppy! That is why I chose this one! -Julie

Mr. M

Well, I have never had this happen to me before... Mr. M was absolutely petrified of me! I mean to the highest degree! I think his mom was ready to pull her hair out, but I have to say his face is one of an angel. I could tell I was getting some good pictures during the crying, but I never imagined they would be as good as they turned out! Mr. M's pictures are among my favorite! Hope you enjoy them. -Julie

T and K

Well, the lady in the photo was my old boss! At one time in my life I did have what Andrew calls, "A real job"! I went across the street from their house to take some outside. I love this one! I hope you two had fun with my crazy picture ideas!! It was very good to see you! -Julie

M Family

I know, I know! I could only choose one! This was my favorite! You have a beautiful family, and I am so glad you let me capture a moment in your life! Love ya, Julie

Miss S

I was so excited when I heard that Mrs. B was coming to see me! I worked with her in Hot Springs, and was very glad to see and talk to her. This adorable little one is her daughter! Are those not the sweetest eyes you have ever seen?? It was so good to talk to you! Hope you enjoy!- Julie

Mr. T

I am not talking about the wrestler... I am talking about this little cutie! He is a little ham, and the camera loves him! He brought so much personality to the session! I cannot wait to take his pictures again! -Julie

Baby C

How sweet is she??? Sometimes I am very glad that I get to see babies quite often... so I get in the baby time without actually having another one of my own!! The little girl could have gone home with me in an instant! She completely melted my heart!! (Call me if you need a babysitter!!) -Julie

Miss A

I have to say that Little Miss A gave me a run for my money! Her mom and I got tickled at her comments she was making! She reminds me sooooo much of my own. (They are the same age!!) We never got to see her pretty toes, but I got a bunch of smiles! And that is all that matters. Hope you enjoy. -Julie

Happy Valentine's Day

Wishing all of you a heart warming Valentine's Day!

Miss J

I had a fun time in Shreveport for these! It was nice to see the warm weather! Enjoy!

2008 Baby & Child Contest

I am so excited about the Baby & Child Contest. I am just going to write a brief description here, but go to my website for more information.

Your child's portrait could be worth $5000! My processing lab is holding a portrait contest that could pay YOU $5000 for your child's picture! Also, J Hickam Photography is holding our own contest within a contest. Each month we will give an 8x10 the qualifying winner. In July, we will have a Grand Prize winner that will receive a framed 16x20 portrait along with 2 FREE sessions to be used within a year! All family sessions will qualify to have a portrait submitted. Also, I will be holding mini sessions during the months of February-June! The voting process for the J Hickam Photography contest will be held on my Blog, using the poll!!

Baby & Child Contest Information

Please contact me if you are interested. 501.984.2484 or email julie@jhickamphotography.com

Thanks....

I am so excited to see that people actually voted!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! It looks like Sydney is the big winner!! Woohoo! Okay, so I am going to announce my next big thing... In my next post!! Once again, thank you all for voting! Julie

See the poll??? Please vote

Okay, so I am really not trying to select the cutest M Family picture... I am testing out the poll. I am currently getting some info together on a photography contest I might try. I want to use the poll to allow everyone to have a vote. I want everything to be fair... so vote away so I can see how this works.

The M Family

Well, I have to say that this family gave me a challenge. I think it was because it was Aunt Juju taking the pictures!! I would have to say that my personal favorite is Baby L reading the romance novel! We had fun, I know Mr. C is so excited that his sister-in-law has decided to have a career in photography! I am going to do blinking exercises with him!! Love you all, and thanks for all the support!!

The V Family... well girls

I had to beg, but finally got Jillian's old babysitter to let me take some pictures! I am so glad she did because they are some of the best pictures I have taken. Z was under the weather, so it was just the girls! I had so much fun, and I hope you enjoy them!