It's a CONTEST!

I only have TWO scheduled sessions left to shoot in 2009 and then I'll be off for a couple of weeks, enjoying my family at taking it easy! I am currently booking for the 2010 year, if you are interested in a session please contact me to book your session.

*Reminder* I leave room in my schedule to fit in newborns through 1 year old through out the year. If you have recently had a baby or will be soon please let me know. Newborns are best shot at 2 weeks or younger.
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Now the contest...

One image from each of my Fall sessions was chosen, and posted below. Leave a comment on this post with the image number you would like to win. Feel free to ask anyone to vote for the image you want to win.

Anonymous votes don't count and only one vote per person, please!

The contest will end DECEMBER 19th at MIDNIGHT.

Scroll through the images and at the bottom is what the winner will receive. :)

To leave a comment, click here.

#1 - "E" Family

#2 - "K"

#3 - "Q" Family

#4 - "S" Kids

#5 - "R+A"

#6 - "D" Family

#7 - "G" Family

The winner of this contest will receive a 5x7 proof book containing all the images from the proofing gallery of their session. These are not sold and would make a perfect parent/grandparent gift or a nice brag book for yourself.

To leave a comment, click here.

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Baby R | Wichita Kansas Newborn Baby Lifestyle Photographer

Baby R's gallery is up! Check your email for the password. :)

Blissful 4 weeker | Wichita Kansas Newborn Baby Lifestyle Photographer

A newborn baby sleeping is so blissful. Doesn't she look just like a baby doll? (I was tickled when this pettiskirt was pulled out, it's the exact same kind and color as the one I have)

I fully enjoyed this in-home newborn session. R had just turn 4 weeks old and was so sweet, even when she only wanted her Mom.

Erin- Thank you for letting me capture some of R's sweet moments for you. Your Husband's Aunt's house was beautiful and the perfect setting for this session. I can't wait to show you the rest in about a week.

Sarah

Holiday Deadline | Wichita Kansas Photographer

Just a reminder that all orders need to be in and fully paid for by December 4th. What this means is... I cannot ensure that you will receive your items before Christmas if your order is placed after December 4th. As we approach the end of November, I am working my best to keep on top off editing your sessions so that you will have ample time to order AND meet the Christmas deadline.

Keep in mind, if you have a custom item you would like designed I will need a few additional days to work on it.

If you have any questions regarding your gallery please feel free to email me at info@sarahshahportraits.com.

Posts are always better with images. Here's a random of Seema in October.

I *heart* 5 yr olds! | Wichita Kansas Child Newborn Baby Lifestyle Photographer

Meet K, he's 5. He's my third five year old to photograph this Fall. With each one I've noticed how much I love this age. At five, you are ok with sitting still, don't like to follow direction but will, and have so much personality. K's personality so bubbly, fun, and silly. He had me laughing through most of the session. And I love that he (and his Sister) have red hair!!

Tammi- Thank you for allowing me to come to your home for the session. Your landscaping is gorgeous, as is the inside of your home. I so enjoyed my time with both of your kids and hope to see you all next year with your extended family. Enjoy your sneak peek!

- Sarah

Pumpkin Patch - Round 3 | Sarah Shah Wichita Kansas Baby Children Lifestyle Photographer

I met up with this family of FOUR at the pumpkin patch! Last year at the pumpkin patch L was an only child and now she's a big sister. Every time her Mom and I talk about our toddlers I am amazed at how awesome this little girl is. She's so smart and fully potty trained (at the age of 2!).

I'm in love with this first one.

There's no doubt that they are brother and sister. This image just cracks me up!

L wasn't too fond of the camera a first but her little brother just loved it. I've never had a baby that loved looking at the camera as much as him.

Both kids and their dog are monkeys for Halloween this year! How adorable are these costumes? I'm going to be checking out Babies R' Us next year for costumes.

Nichole- I had fun, as always with your family! I love that your Mom comes along every time too. She's a great help. :) Check your email for your gallery password.

-Sarah

Fully Booked for 2009 | Wichita Kansas Photographer

Thank you for helping Sarah Shah Portraits to have the best year yet! I feel that I have grown so much as a photographer this year and know it's because of the continued support from my clients and friends. I am fully booked for the 2009 year and will only be accepting newborn (under 14 days old) and 1 month portrait sessions during the rest of the year, as I know how fast little ones like to change! I look forward to seeing you in the coming year. Thank you!

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I feel like I'm in the middle of running a marathon and I'm counting my steps to keep me going.

I have two portrait sessions this weekend, which I am so excited about! First, is a family that was one of my first clients last year. Her kids are ADORABLE and I can't wait to see how much they've grown. Second, is a family that I know through a grade school friend. They have a 5 year old boy that has the brightest personality and I can't wait to spend some time with him again, and a 7 week old girl.

We were invited to two parties this weekend to celebrate Fall and Halloween. Seema will be debuting her costume at both! We have to prepare her for the big night next week, since she's really not to keen on wearing her animal ears.

Pumpkin patch portraits will be hitting the blog and galleries this weekend. Those that came out this year be sure to check your email Sunday for your password.

Pumpkin Patch | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Child Photographer

I'm so excited to be offering mini sessions at the pumpkin patch again this year. Be sure to click on the images below to see what dates I will be there. Contact me to schedule your session at info@sarahshahportraits.com!

This postcard announcement went out in the US Mail today. If you haven't signed up for my mailing list, you're missing out on being in the group of first people to know announcements. Email me with your mailing address and/or email address.

2009's Special Holiday Package | Sarah Shah - Wichita KS Photographer

If you have any questions or would like to book your session please contact me today!
Email: info@sarahshahportraits.com
Phone: 316-209-3593
Book a session form: here

The dates you've been waiting for | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Photographer

I'm totally exhausted and ready to crash but wanted to hop on here real quick and release my Fall Family Sessions dates. The super special package option and add-ons will be announced in the next couple days. My two year old has decided that she no longer likes to nap until 4 pm (when she crashes) and then doesn't want to actually go to bed until 9 pm. Her awake schedule is cutting into my work schedule!

I am only offering 12 family sessions this year, so be sure to email or call me or fill out the form here. These sessions are booked based on who chooses what date first. Check your calendars and then contact me early to ensure you will get the date of your choice.

And the dates are...
* Sept 26th
* Sept 27th - RESERVED
* Oct 3rd - RESERVED
* Oct 10th
* Oct 24th - RESERVED
* Oct 25th - RESERVED
* Nov 1st - RESERVED
* Nov 7th - RESERVED
* Nov 14th
* Nov 15th
* Nov 21st - RESERVED

More information on session types
This year I am offering mini sessions, as well as regular sessions, for family portraits. Either of these sessions are great options! I am offering a Christmas Magic package for the family portrait sessions. This package includes a variety of print sizes and comes with the option of adding on custom designed holiday cards or one digital image to use for your holiday cards. The add-on options are only available in conjunction with the purchase of the Christmas Magic package or these regular packages: the RUBY, the PEARL, or the DIAMOND. To see what each of these regular packages includes please click here. I will be posting information on the Christmas Magic package and add-ons in the next couple days right here on my blog.

You might be wondering what the difference is between a mini session and a regular session, so here's the break down.

Mini Sessions:
* Choose either a traditional session at Oak Park in Riverside or Friends University or an urban session in downtown Wichita.
* The session fee is $60 and covers the photographer's time and talent during and after the session.
* These sessions will last about 40 minutes.
* 10-12 proofs will be shown.

Regular Sessions:
*Choose any location that you would like, we can work together to find what location will be best for your portraits and your family.
* The session fee is $100 and covers the photographer's time and talent during and after the session, and a $50 print credit towards your print purchase.
* These sessions last about 1-2 hours.
* At least 25 proofs will be shown.



The Pumpkin Patch
More information on the pumpkin patch sessions will be announced around September 12th. If you'd like to be added to my email newsletter list and get a first glance about session updates, please sign up here. (Don't worry... I won't spam you. I only send out maybe a total of 5 eNewsletters a year, if even that.)

Got Toes? | Sarah Shah - Wichita, KS Baby Photographer

A few more of my niece...

Product Showcase: the STORYBOARD

This is the latest storyboard that a client ordered. I haven't had a 9 image one printed before and I just love this! This particular one is 12x12 inches and is mounted on styrene board. Styrene is a plastic mounting board that is 2mm thick. All of my images that are ordered larger than 8x10 are mounted on styrene for added durability and preservation.

To see other examples of storyboards I have done in the past, check out the Galleries > Custom Storyboards gallery on my main website here.

She's 6 months! | Sarah Shah - Wichita, KS Baby Photographer

That's right! B is now 6 months, I can't believe it. I was still saying she was 4 months a few weeks ago and had to correct myself.

Lizz didn't expect to be in any of the photos but I couldn't resist capturing them both on the swings.

More to come...

smile | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Newborn Baby Photographer

When I look at this image of baby T it makes me smile.

BOYS! | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Child Photographer

Erin has so patiently waited on me for this sneak peek, and I thank you! I have been dying to work on your boys' photos for the past week.

First we have big brother. He and my daughter enjoy their play dates, well as much as a couple of two years olds can... they pretty much ignore each other while he plays with her toys and she plays with his little brother.

This is the 2nd set of brothers I have photographed, but the first boy under 6 months. I was so honored to have a 1 month old baby boy that I could put my bear hat on.

Isn't he so cute!

Wall Display Ideas | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Photographer

Have you ordered your images and not sure how to arrange them on your walls? I'll be the first to admit that I have stood in front of my builder white walls wondering the same so I want to help you out! I have just added a new gallery on the website that shows you a few different ideas on how to arrange your images on your walls. I currently have the Andrew in 8x8s (just wish I would have ordered 10x10s) over my couch in our living room. We love it. It's like a mosaic of our family.

So go to my website (www.sarahshahportraits.com), click on Enter Site, click on Galleries, and then click on Wall Display Ideas.

Unexpected Addition | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Baby Photographer

Nope, I'm not pregnant again but I made you look! I was having a mini portrait session of my niece AND my daughter decided that she wanted to make an unexpected showing in some of her portraits. I guess she thought it was funny since she knew I wouldn't be able to get up very fast from my crouched down, in a ball, as low as you can go position.

Loved Her | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Baby Portrait Photographer

This 3 month old's session was the first in my little studio since the cold winter weather has past. It was a nice, cool break from being out in the hot weather. Don't get me wrong I absolutely love on location sessions; some times its just nice to be inside.

V I'm so glad that you were referred to me. I absolutely loved getting to know you and M. Even though she was serious at times, she is such a doll.

The rest of your images will be ready in about a week.

Fairy Themed Portrait Sessions | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Portrait Photographer

Sarah Shah Portraits is having fairy themed mini portrait sessions for girls between 1 and 5 years old on June 27, 28, and July 11. These mini sessions will last about 30 minutes.

A discounted session fee of $30 will be charged and you will receive a complimentary 5x7 print withe a signed model release. ($59 value)

A limited number of sessions will be offered, please contact us to book your session early to ensure you get a spot.

Email: info@sarahshahportraits.com
Phone: 316-209-3593
Website: www.sarahshahportraits.com

6 month old cutie | Sarah Shah - Wichita Kansas Baby Portrait Photographer

I just love watching babies grow into toddlers. They change so much and develop into independent little ones so fast. I have been documenting this little one's life since she was still in her Momma's womb. The past 5 months have went by so quickly, I can't believe that she's already 6 months old and sitting up on her own!

Normally I don't allow any cameras (video or still) to be used during a portrait session. A point and shoot camera's automatic flash does not mesh with my camera. But this time I allowed one snapshot of me in action to be taken.

If you haven't yet had the pleasure of experiencing a portrait session with me, I do get in weird positions just to get the shot I want.

Here's the outcome of the action shot above:

Want to see more of this little one? Check out her past sessions here and here!