We started this shoot off at this vibrant mural of Obama which was apropos since both of them worked here during the campaign. Not only are these 2 incredible fun to be around and good looking but they are smart to boot. Both are lawyers (ahem can anyone say "intimidating" when you present your contract to them??). We then headed over to Westheimer and these guys were game for anything "hey Rick how bout you jump in that shopping cart? and the Chuck-E-Cheese ride too??..".. as any photographer would, I LOVE when couples are game! Riding in a shopping cart isn't for everyone but sometimes it just works.. it's fun people - trust me!

Rick and Keisha - thank you so much for bringing your joy to our little session! We look forward to your wedding :)

First off - it's update blog monday!! so YAY!! If you have been checking in for new events- so sorry! If ever you want lots of teasers you can also visit us at http://www.facebook.com/pages/MiaBella-Photography/102885001653 :)

What can I say about Brandy & Jarrod? I think its obvious these 2 really like each other. I love hanging out with easy going, super fun couples (cuz thats kind of what we do for our job. We just happen to have cameras and happen to be great at taking pics). Brandy recently got promoted and these 2 are picking up and moving to Maine! -while trying to plan a wedding and generally live life- it's crazy.. but you know what? They have a great "can-do" attitude and are able to not only roll with life's punches but enjoy the ride. Love that quality! :D

Love it this place.. this couple looks fantastic... ENJOY!!!

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Three gorgeous little ladies and an adorable little man too!! I <3 this family!! It was a cold day here in Houston but we braved the weather for a quick shoot at Hermann Park.. though little Emma Joy said she felt like ice, these little ladies were the perfect picture of grace. Thanks beautiful Phillips family for spending some time with me and my camera at Hermann today :D

Erik if you are looking at this- SCRAM!!!!! Unless of course it's after your wedding then ok have a look ;)

You have noticed that I mentioned in the title that Beth is "brave".. let me tell you that we shot these pics on a day when it was 29 (okay it was in the 30's but the weather channel says "feels like 29" so thats all that matters). While I was rocking my down jacket, boots, scarf, industrial strength socks - Beth was the picture of grace in her strapless gown and strappy shoes.. BRAVE I tell ya!!

We kept this session a bit shorter as not to induce frost bite or pneumonia for that matter but Beth was a trooper and made it look like it was a balmy 75 degree day with not a care in the world. :D

Hard to mess up pics up a girl this beautiful and this sweet. It's a shame she doesn't realize how pretty she is! Everyone be bold and leave a comment telling Monique how gorgeous she is! K? Thanks!

I am not entirely sure what sweet nothings Joe was whispering to Misty during our shoot but it didn't matter - he kept her giggling the whole way thru.. so when I was sorting through there photos it was hard not to smile because the joy these two share totally comes across in their pics. :)

Please keep your eyes out for more teasers posted on our facebook fan page.. as well as me finally updating our blog with new pics and maybe a few new posts about us personally!

Misty and Joe - had a great time shooting you today. Looking forward to more pics with you guys!

You may recognize adorable little Sophia from some portraits I did of her a few months ago. Hard to forget that much cuteness right? Well she just turned 1! Happy Birthday Sophia! So we headed out with her and her equally adorable parents to take some photos. We decided to keep this shoot indoors due to very chilly weather and Sophia just getting over being sick :( So the Houston Butterfly Centre was the destination of choice. Other photogs looking for an indoor locale - the Butterfly Center has tons of natural light and is protected from Houstons crazy weather.

I apologize for neglecting all my sweet peeps who check in on the blog. We do have lots of events that haven't been blogged yet so hang in there! To check out most of our current work you can also become a fan of MiaBella Photography on Facebook!

Off to another meeting!

What do you get when you cross a great looking couple + their 3 adorable little girls?? Great photos!!

I am sorry I have been a drag blogger as of late. I really don't like that at all. It's got to change. Unfortunately, this post isn't going to help my journey towards ultra creative blogism whatsoever. At least I warned you right?

To Wade and Kristin - thanks for a great shoot! A extra BIG thanks for venturing out into the mosquito infested, off-limits field for a few cute shots. I'll be posting some extra teasers via our facebook page in the next few days so keep an eye out for those! :)

So I went on blog update overload and left this precious couple out! Boo me! :( But yay for seeing them now!! I don't have to point out that Tim and Carolyn are both lookers or that they carry themselves with class and dignity because you can see it by just looking at them. What you might not know is that these 2 know how to have a little fun and so do their incredible group of friends. Some weddings you can just feel the joy and history that couples share with their guests and Tim and Carolyn's wedding definitely falls into this category.

My List Of Wedding DO's as Inspired by Carolyn and Tim:

*if you are looking for a videographer, DO hire Reel Memories! Beau and Kelly are a hip, young husband and wife team (that sounds familiar ;)) Check them out!

*DO feel free to have some photographic creative license. I think we are the bees knees photographers but we are not so full of ourselves that we don't respect some creative love from you! Tim had the idea to do the pic with him with the married men waving goodbye to all the single guys.. and you know what? I think its adorable! :)

*speaking of Tim - he really seems like a reserved guy for the most part but man if Vanilla Ice starts up you get a whole new Tim.. if you want to cut loose and dance and sing to YOUR let loose song - DO it!

*ladies, if I ask you to conjure up your inner Tyra - please, please DO it! Look how hot these ladies look!

*a make your own pasta buffet?? Uh yah! DO this.

*The bridesmaids got to pick their own LBD but all wore the same sexy silver stillettos - DO it! Your bridemaids will love you for this, your guests get a little fashion show and everyone gets tied together by a hot pair of shoes.

*If you're looking for a classy and fashionable reception venue, you may want to check out Magnolia Hotel.

*DO DO DO hire us to shoot your event!

We headed downtown to Main St. to shoot this little clan.. I have to say upon meeting Lennon I was a tish bit worried.. I mean here's this GIANT dog.. whatever are we going to do with him?? My fears quickly dissipated when I got to know what a precious sweety pie Lennon is! Best dog ever! He is well behaved and a total cuddler- as you can see in some of the photos. It helps that Joe and India are two of the sweetest people you'll ever meet.. all 3 of them have lovely infectious personalities - left this shoot with a big smile on my face! (not to mention the taste of Blue Moon in my mouth... thank you guys for reccomending The Flying Saucer!)

enjoy your teaser! For more photos from this shoot please check out our MiaBella Photography fan page on Facebook!

First off I want to thank Krista Burns of Alabaster Photography for second shooting this wedding with me! I could not have done it without you :) Please leave your link in the comments section so everyone can check you out!

My List of Wedding DO's as Inspired by Aly & Gino:

*DO get ready at Hotel Icon! It's vintage, it's stylish, it's gorgeous!

*Snapping a photo in a footed tub with a rubber duckie on your head? DO it.

*If you like vintage appeal (hardwood floors, subway tile, warm lighting) DO consider tying the knot at the Historic Magnolia Ballroom in Houston.

*Incorporating feathers in the gorgeous bouquets and boutonnieres that you made yourself is a DO! great job Aly!!

*If you know how to beat box-it's okay to DO it at your wedding ;)

*DO check out more teasers from this fab wedding on our Facebook page! (MiaBella Photography - in case you forgot)

*If you want amazing, fun, fresh, fantastic photos -DO hire us!

Aly & Gino.... thank you for inviting us to be part of your big day!