Welcome to Laura Winslow Photography {the blog}!

Welcome and thanks for visiting the blog! I'm Laura and I am a photographer in the Phoenix area specializing in custom maternity, newborn, children's, engagement and family portraiture. I have a modern and fun style and I love to capture those unexpected moments. This is where you can view sneak peeks from recent sessions and special offers. I always love to receive comments! :) Please visit my website for more images and lots of information like what a session with me is like and what to wear. I would love to make those moments into memories for your family! Email me at laura@laurawinslowphotography.com for more info. I would love to hear from you! Please follow me on Facebook and on twitter and @reply me so that I know who you are. You can find the links on the bar to the right. Thanks! :) xoxo, Laura

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Archive for the ‘Children’ Category

designer love + a giveaway:polka dot posh

March 9, 2010

“I’m always thinking about creating. My future starts when I wake up every morning… Every day I find something creative to do with my life.”

~Miles Davis

Ummm…so.so.so.adorable, right?!

Do you have a sweet baby boy? Do you know someone who does? This is a fabulous giveaway!!! This giveaway is from designers {Polka Dot Posh} + {Ivy and A}. The winner will get to choose any item under $20 from the Polka Dot Posh store AND will receive this adorable modern guitar bib and bloomer set from Ivy and A. This adorable hat and bootie set was designed by the uber-talented Cassi of Polka Dot Posh. She sells baby cocoons, hanging stork sacks, beautiful beanies, and if you are creative yourself–crochet patterns. Check out her beautiful creativity and work. Love her!

To win:

~simply head on over to both Polka Dot Posh and Ivy and A, come back and in one comment (not two separate ones), tell us which item you love from each of their shops. Make sure to include your name!

For additional entries (you can receive one extra entry for doing each of these things):

~Become a follower of the Polka Dot Posh blog

~Become a fan of Polka Dot Posh on Facebook

~Become a follower of Polka Dot Posh on Twitter

~Become a follower of Ivy and A on Facebook

Make sure to come back here and leave a separate comment for each thing you did, along with your name.

Contest ends at 8 am on Friday, March 12th.

Just check out this cuteness. Can you even stand it?!

Both of these women are SO very talented. I just love women that are creative businesswomen and moms, too. Thank you to both Stephanie and Cassi for providing such generous prizes. You both rock!!

Learn more about the mama behind the designs of Polka Dot Posh, Cassi…

xoxo,

laura

Tags: chandler baby photographer, etsy, etsy giveaway, gilbert children's photography, giveaway, phoenix child photographer, scottsdale child photographer
Posted in Children, Commercial, babies, giveaway, phoenix photography | 8 Comments »

mod babe winners (phoenix baby photographer)

March 9, 2010

A special thank you to all the fabulous, adorable little cutie pies that were a part of our {mod babe} casting call! We very much appreciate every single one of you who voted and participated in this fun contest! You all are awesome!

The lucky winners of the Finley and Oliver + Laura Winslow Photography {mod babe} contest are…

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Tags: casting call, Commercial, etsy, gilbert baby photographer, phoenix baby photographer, scottsdale baby photographer
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designer love: modern cupcake chic (phoenix photographer)

February 18, 2010

“Friends are like cupcakes in my pantry of memories.”

~Anonymous

Okay, so I just NEED to find an excuse to have one of these babies designed. Amazing! Are you a fun bride-to-be looking for something that will cause your guests to talk about your reception for years to come? Hosting a baby shower and want a wow-za centerpiece? Planning your child’s birthday party?

Read on and drool.

My dear friends Vicki and Ray worked together to design this unique cupcake holder–it is suspended from the ceiling! I had to share it with you because they design each holder custom to YOU! That means no one will be exactly the same and you can work with them to create exactly what you want. They make quite a team–Vicki is an architect and designs the holders and Ray builds them. Seriously, I could never do that. They have some serious talent, don’t you think?

If you are interested in discussing how you can have your own designed, just call Vicki at 602.909.6118 or email her at andersvl@hotmail.com.

I want you to just TRY not to think of cupcakes all.day.long. after checking out these gorgeous photographs from a recent wedding they designed this holder for.

A very special thanks to the wonderful Ali of Ali Broach Photography for generously providing her beautiful images. All photographs in this post © Ali Broach Photography. Thanks, Ali!

What is your fave type of cupcake? All chocolate? Red velvet? Yummy!

I love this shot and how you can see it suspended from the ceiling…floating cupcakes!

Mmmmm….:)

So, so beautiful and unique, right? Give Vicki a call to chat with her, pass this on to someone you know, or simply drool over the cool design and delectable cupcakes. Anyone making a trip to Sprinkles now?

xoxo,

laura

Tags: phoenix photographer, scottsdale photographer
Posted in Children, Commercial, Couples, Families, engagement, first birthday, wedding | 4 Comments »

announcing the ivy and a winner!

February 17, 2010

….Jamaica!! Yay! You will LOVE this adorable lemon bib with the soft minky fabric. Just message me your address and we’ll mail it out to you. Thanks, girlie!! Thank you so much to everyone that entered–you all are awesome! I am so happy you got to check out some of Ivy and A’s amazing clothing. More fun giveaways to come!

Here is adorable Bella modeling an Ivy and A peasant dress and a Dolce Vita Mia headband. Don’t you want to buy this combo for your little sweetie’s next photo shoot?

xoxo,

laura

Tags: etsy giveaway, phoenix baby photographer, scottsdale baby photographer
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a giveaway from ivy and a! (phoenix baby photographer)

February 16, 2010

“Just around the corner in every woman’s mind – is a lovely dress, a wonderful suit, or entire costume which will make an enchanting new creature of her. “

~Wilhela Cushman

Ummm….total and utter cuteness, right?! Want to win this bib? Read on…squeezably cute baby not included, sorry.

I am in LOVE with the fabrics, designs and beauty of the clothing from Ivy and A. I recently had the opportunity to photograph some of her new line (much more of that to come soon), and let me tell you–heaven!! Her clothing is just SO perfect to outfit your little girl in for her photography session. Bright, gorgeous colors and just sooo magical–really!

Enter to win this fresh-squeezed lemony-goodness bib! The fabric is so crisp and fresh and it has the softest minky dot fabric on the back so that you little sweetie pie will be pampered! Don’t have a baby? This makes a beautiful baby gift!

Just visit the Ivy and A, check out Stephanie’s amazing creativity, come back here and leave a comment telling us which design is your fave. Be sure to include your name!

**For additional entries,

~post a link for this giveaway on your Facebook page and tell me about it here

~retweet and come back here to let me know you did so

The winner will be chosen at random and announced on Wednesday, February 17, 2010.

I think it is so much fun to learn about the amazing women behind the designs. Take a peek inside Stephanie’s world…

Tags: etsy giveaway, giveaway, Ivy and A, phoenix baby photographer
Posted in Children, Commercial, giveaway | 12 Comments »

fun fam’ (mesa family photographer)

February 15, 2010

“Rejoice with your family in the beautiful land of life.”

~Albert Einstein

I just love this family. We had such a wonderful time walking around and chatting for our shoot. It was a photographer’s paradise! We came upon fabulous nooks and crannies filled with incredible textures, colors and objects. Big bro rocked out for me–I love these photos of him jamming on the air guitar! And, wow! Don’t mom and dad make the most stunning couple?! Gorgeous!! Our session ended with a trip to the ice cream shop. Little L had dreams of pink ice cream and colored sprinkles the entire day. She got just that. Sweet little thing.

Thanks for a fun day! xoxo

xoxo,

laura

Tags: mesa family photographer, phoenix family photographer, scottsdale family photography
Posted in Children, Couples, Families | 9 Comments »

will you be our valentine? (phoenix children’s photographer)

February 14, 2010

“I don’t understand why Cupid was chosen to represent Valentine’s Day. When I think about romance, the last thing on my mind is a short, chubby toddler coming at me with a weapon.”

~Author Unknown

Happy Valentine’s Day! Last night we had a little incident. Jackson was a bit confused, and it just broke my heart. You see, in the month leading up to Christmas we had Nemo the Elf staying with us so he could watch over Jack and Addie and then report back to Santa. When Christmas was over, Bob thought it best that Jack’s “buddies” (his tattered, extremely well loved bear that he has had since he was born) go back to the North Pole with Nemo. After a few days and seeing that Jack very much missed his Buddies, I decided that he should return. Fast forward to last night, when I hear Jack sobbing in his bed. When I went to his room, he said, “Maybe if I hide buddies behind my back or in the bathroom Cupid won’t take him!”

I guess Cupid, in the mind of a three year old, is much like Nemo the Elf. Apparently he takes children’s lovies. How sad! He broke my heart hearing his concern and saddness. I of course reassured him that no one would take his beloved buddies and that he would be with us for some time. All was well, and Jack happily asked where Cupid was this morning.

Happy Valentine’s Day, folks.

Tags: gilbert family photographer, phoenix child photographer, scottsdale baby photographer
Posted in Children, Mine, phoenix photography | 1 Comment »

darling baby girl (scottsdale newborn photographer)

January 25, 2010

“The child must know that she is a miracle, that since the beginning of the world there hasn’t been, and until the end of the world there will not be, another child like her.”

~Pablo Casals

This precious baby girl was just so wonderful to photograph. She has the most beautiful brown eyes and just loves to look around. As you walk back toward her gorgeous nursery, you pass by a wall of large photographs of her two year old big bro as a baby. Oh.my.goodness. It could be the same baby! I love that! It is the same way with my two little ones–they are almost exactly the same age apart, and sometimes I swear I am looking at Addison’s baby photo when in fact it is Jackson’s! This little sweetheart will snooze in style–her nursery is an elegant mix of classic, modern and vintage. A room fit for a princess. It was such a pleasure to meet this wonderful family and to photograph such a sweet, darling baby girl. Thank you for opening your home to me. You are truly blessed! Enjoy your sneak peeks!

Tags: newborn photography, scottsdale newborn photography, siblings
Posted in Children, babies, newborn | 7 Comments »

christmas cheer

December 24, 2009

“Christmas began in the heart of God. It is complete only when it reaches the heart of man.”

~Anonymous

I wish you the sweetest of Christmases this year. Christmas Portraits 2009_9471 copy 2

May you be surrounded by love, be happy in your heart and feel excitement deep in your soul. May we remember the real meaning of the season and take time to see the holiday through the eyes of a child.

I know I will.

This time last year I had a just-turned two year old and Addison growing inside. This year, I have a talkative three year old and an almost-walking, almost ten month old. Christmas Portraits 2009_9626 copy 3 Christmas Portraits 2009_9655 copy 2

Wow.

I had plans to go see Santa with the kiddos all dressed up, but instead tried to snap a few pics of them myself. My sweeties all dressed up, ready to celebrate this Christmas as new brother and sister. Excitement is in the air. Love to each and every one of you on this, Christmas Eve. May all your wishes come true.

xoxo,

Laura

Posted in Children, Mine | 3 Comments »

sweet and loved (scottsdale newborn photographer)

December 23, 2009

“When that baby looks into your eyes and you know it’s yours, you know what it means to be alive.”

~ Anonymous

What an amazing “job” I have. I just feel so lucky to be able to hold babies that weren’t even here just a few short days prior. What a miraculous thing to be able to look into a baby’s eyes and to truly see the whole world before them. Seriously. I am in awe each time I leave a newborn session. I have definitely been getting my baby fix this month! This little man was the third little newbie for December, and another client just welcomed a baby boy this morning. That makes four boys for December! Isn’t he so sweet? His parents and big sisters (aren’t they just beautiful, too?!) are obviously in love with him already, and really how could you not be? Mom and Dad had so many fun ideas–we put this little guy into a stocking, a football helmet (with a strong middle name like Packer can you guess what team is a family fave?), a Santa outfit and so many cute little hats. Dad is in the jewelry business, so we just had to show how little this sweetie’s toes are by trying Dad’s ring on for size. He was such a good sport and patiently modeled for me for several hours. I just had to post the one of him in the stocking because I love how he is seemingly fascinated by his cute little hands. Thank you for welcoming me into your home–I can’t wait for you to see the rest! Enjoy your sneak peeks!

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