Archive for August, 2008

Sunday, August 17, 2008

Irish Rainbow

Posted in my life

Cristi Owen

So Melissa went to sleep and graciously let me use her computer so I could add some photos for you all to see.

Here’s my new friend who owns the sheep next to us:

Here’s proof that I’m in Ireland – thanks to Amelia for taking this shot.

Hey Guys!

So I made it to Ireland today. It is sooo beautiful here but not at all like what I expected to be like.

Today we went for a little walk and I saw my first Irish Rainbow! No pot of gold though. Still working on that.

The cutest Irish man who owns the sheep next to us came and talked to me. I only smiled and nodded my head as I have no idea what he was saying to me. EnglishIrish is really hard to understand! I’ve been wondering if someone is going to say “Top of the morning to you”. I think I’m going to go for a walk in the morning just to see what happens. I’ll keep you posted.

Unfortunately I don’t have my computer, so no pictures until I get back. If you would like to see a picture of the amazing rainbow today, go to Melissa’s blog: www.melissajill.net

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    1. Jenny Spires

      Oh, I didn’t realize you were going on this, too! So fun!!! Can’t wait to see all your photos when you get back!

      Monday, August 18, 2008 9:47 pm

    2. maggiemcdonaldphotography

      So jealous! :) Have an incredible time!!!

      Tuesday, August 19, 2008 12:09 am

    3. Gisele

      Wow!! I am so jealous!! :) Wish I was there haging out with you all! Those are very nice photos Cris! Love them! Have fun there and enjoy a lot! :) beijao

      Wednesday, August 20, 2008 2:52 pm

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Friday, August 15, 2008

And the winner is…

Posted in photography

Cristi Owen


Thank you, thank you, thank you soo much to everyone that voted. It’s been fun :)

Now I just need to decide between the black logo or white logo.

The final score was

1. 6 votes

2. 3 votes

3. 2 votes

4. 1 vote

5. 15 votes

6. 7 votes

7. 3 votes

8. 1 vote

In case you checked and think I can’t count, I got some votes via e-mail.
Again, thank you so much for helping me out!
I’m leaving for Ireland tomorrow morning but I’ll try to stay in touch.

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    1. LMurillo

      I like the black logo a lot more than the white one…it just stands out more I guess

      Saturday, August 16, 2008 10:00 am

    2. Vivi DiLopes Adams

      Ireland? Wow! Have fun!!!

      Saturday, August 16, 2008 5:07 pm

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Thursday, August 14, 2008

blog under renovation

Posted in photography

Cristi Owen

First things first… bigger pictures!
I’ve spend the last 2 hours trying to figure out how to do this and I have to say I’m very proud of myself! (And so tired – it’s 2 am). This whole Html coding stuff is not easy! I still don’t understand it but I got it to do what I wanted. But I have to say it was a tough battle. Final score: Html 9 x Cristi 10. And this was only the first match. I’m actually excited for my next little Html project – a navigation bar. I really have no idea how I’m going to do it, so stay tuned…

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    1. Vivi DiLopes Adams

      Keep up the good work!

      Thursday, August 14, 2008 6:24 pm

    2. Gisele

      Nice work Cris! Keep going and let me know if you need any help! I still fuguring out myself, but will get in there!! :)
      Beijao

      Thursday, August 14, 2008 8:49 pm

    3. Kara Layne Photography

      Haha – that is so crazy that you are doing all of this, because I have been trying to do the same thing. Many late nights and the HTML codes just start to blur on my computer screen!

      Thursday, August 14, 2008 9:38 pm

    4. LMurillo

      ah yes the html code editing…I’ve been there and even went to sleep at 4am just to wake up two hours later to get to work.
      It’s even worst when you have to manage your own blog from the ground up. I’ve spent most of the time trying to get the gallery working on my blog and for it to blend into the theme I had…well that took 3 days and a 2 hour sleep…

      Friday, August 15, 2008 11:53 pm

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Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Help!

Posted in photography

Cristi Owen

Hey guys, I need your help!

I wanted to add a photo to the back of my new business cards but I’m having a really hard time choosing a photo. Help, please!
You can click on comments and vote for your favorite.

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Thanks I appreciate the help :)

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    1. Lorena

      Oi Cris!
      Tudo joia?
      O seu website ficou muito bonito1
      A minha foto favorita e a 6 com a menininha…ficou perfeita!
      Boa sorte1
      bjos

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 3:42 pm

    2. Anonymous

      I really like photo number1 it shows how you capture photos of the unique personality of the kids.

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 3:44 pm

    3. LMurillo

      I vote for the 5th one…but the first one is also nice :)

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 3:47 pm

    4. Kara Layne Photography

      Hey Cristi! Definitly the 5th photo down – absolutely classic!!

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 3:53 pm

    5. Alisha

      I like numbers 5 or 6. Beautiful!!

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 3:59 pm

    6. Gisele

      Hi Cris!
      I agree with Kara, my vote is for #5. I think is a gorgeous photo and just a nice fit for you BC. :) beijao

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 4:16 pm

    7. Amy

      I like #5 B&W girl laying on side and #2 engagement couple.

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 4:34 pm

    8. Melanie

      I think my favorite photo is #6, so sweet!

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 4:59 pm

    9. Vivi DiLopes Adams

      O vote for photo number 1!

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 5:56 pm

    10. Jenny Spires

      Ohh…I’m torn between five, six, or seven. Yikes, that was a lot. I like them because there was more of a contrast with your lights and darks and the colored ones really jump out with those gorgeous eyes! I think all of that would really stand out in print on a card.

      Thanks for your comment, you are so sweet! I’ve been thinking of planning a get together with a handful of photographers in the area for lunch and then some time to take photos of each other and learn a bit together. You should totally get in on that!!! Then we can just give each other what we took. Free. Fun. Easy. Learning.

      What do you think?

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 6:19 pm

    11. Anonymous

      I love number six and two of course!!! The pictures look great!!!

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 7:44 pm

    12. myrian

      Cris,

      Uma das minhas fotos preferidas para um business card eh a com os dois livros, com a fortune cookie that says “a new chapter in your life is being written”….

      beijos, My

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 8:48 pm

    13. Anonymous

      Oi Crica,

      Tudo bem? I’m so proud of you and very excited that you now have your own business up and going… Congratulations!

      Eu adorei todas as fotos; however, my favorite one is # 5. It catches people’s attention right away and even leaves a lasting impression. The only thing you could consider adding to this picture would be some subtle color to your logo, that way it will stand out since it is for your business card.

      A super hug for you and Curtis,

      Magrith Keck

      Tuesday, August 12, 2008 11:01 pm

    14. Becky

      I vote for #3. Love them all, you’re amazing!

      Wednesday, August 13, 2008 8:32 am

    15. Anonymous

      Hi Cristi! Photo #6 is my favorite; too sweet!

      Wednesday, August 13, 2008 11:05 am

    16. jenniferbowen

      5 or 7, or the color shot of the girl who looks like Jordan that you showed me, the one backlight. Love that one.

      Wednesday, August 13, 2008 7:07 pm

    17. janetteweidman

      I can see why your choice was so difficult. All your pictures look so great. I really liked picture #5 which was followed by picture #2which I thought was at a close second.

      Wednesday, August 13, 2008 8:02 pm

    18. ignez

      Cris eu amei o seu blog. Parabens!!!!
      As fotos que eu mais gostei foram a numero 3 e numero 7. Ficaram incrivelmente lindas!!!!
      Beijos. mamae.

      Wednesday, August 13, 2008 10:20 pm

    19. Rachelle

      They are all so great but I really like #1 and #5!

      Thursday, August 14, 2008 8:28 am

    20. Misty

      Kids will give you all your moneys’worth..#1 or #5…awesome work!

      Thursday, August 14, 2008 10:35 am

    21. Anonymous

      I like #6 and then I’d choose #5 if I had to pick a second. Kathrina

      Thursday, August 14, 2008 10:39 am

    22. Anonymous

      I really like 5 & 1, 5 being my favorite. It brightens my day just looking at it. :) Good job!! xoxo Denise Z.

      Thursday, August 14, 2008 2:19 pm

    23. Anonymous

      Cristi,

      My favorite of course is #4. Mom kissing her newborn. There is no other perfect image in my mind. Good luck.
      Valerie

      Thursday, August 14, 2008 2:26 pm

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Sunday, August 10, 2008

Shanel, Brian and Bryson

Posted in family portraits | portraits

Cristi Owen

Yesterday I had the absolute pleasure of photographing a beautiful family. They definitely take the prize for the most well dressed family ever.
Bryson just turned one:








I loved the time I spent with you guys and can’t wait to get together again. I hope you love your photos!

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    1. Kara Layne Photography

      So cute – and the little guy has the most gorgeous set of eyes! The photos look fabulous – how did the Shootsac treat you?!

      Monday, August 11, 2008 10:59 am

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