Renee Booe Photography BLOG

Logos, logos, logos

Renee — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:00:34 +0000

How many logos do you see a day?

Have you ever really thought about it?

Recently I have been doing some research about logos and now they are all I see.

What is a logo you may ask? Go ahead. Ask!

Wikipedia states that “a logo is a graphic mark or emblem commonly used by commercial enterprises, organizations and even individuals to aid and promote instant public recognition.”

Still not 100% sure what a logo is? Let me show you.

All these logos were created so that you, the consumer, would remember a product. Often a logo evokes a thought, feeling, or an impression. Perhaps that thought, feeling, or impression is different for everyone. But this happens none the less. Some logos make us happy. Some irritate us. Some intrigue us and cause us to dig deeper. Others bore us and cause no reaction what-so-ever.

So let us play a game. Look at the following logos and write down the first word or phrase that comes to your mind. Don’t think about it. Just write down the first thought you have. Not the product or company name itself. But the thought, feeling, or emotion the logo evokes in you.

Ready?

So what did you get? First off, did you recognize all these logos? If so then these companies are getting the job done on the marketing side of business. Second, do you see how important a logo is? They are essential to marketing because the logo sets the tone for how we as clients feel about a product or service. The logo is often the first impression a buyer receives. And well, you know what they say about first impressions. They are crucial.

This brings me to my point. Renee Booe Photography is in the process of getting a new logo. I have been wanting a fresh look for a while now. Lately I haven been reflecting on my brand and the type of image I want to portrait to future clients. This has actually been quite a process. I keep writing my thoughts and ideas down. And then changing them. And then changing them again. But from today’s experiment you can see why getting the perfect logo is imperative. I need my new logo to give people an idea of what RB Photography is as a company and what they can expect. I want my new logo to reflect who I am as a photographer and the type of images I capture. I want it to be awesome! And I want your opinion. So come back tomorrow to catch a sneak peek at some new logo possibilities.

What’s a girl “to do”?

Renee — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 13:00:21 +0000

Two things I love have come together.

ONE:I love paper. Sounds silly I know, but I love going to Target and looking at all the stationary and card stock. The random textures, patterns, and colors just inspire me. Love it!

TWO: I am obsessed with “to do” lists. I am constantly writing a “to do” list. I write daily,weekly, monthly, and even yearly to do lists. They help me focus. Without them I feel like my brain is running a million miles an hour with all these things I want to do and I can’t remember any of it unless I write it down. My favorite thing about to do lists is marking an item off of it. Love that feeling of running my pen across a task that has been completed. Want to know a little secret? Sometimes I will even add something that I have done that wasn’t on the list to the list just so I can cross it off and feel more productive. That may be cheating, but it’s my game so its ok!

After knowing these two things about me you will understand my excitement with what I found at The Container Store in Dallas. I found this awesome weekly planner.

This paper product now allows me to map out my week so I do no feel so overwhelmed by my list of things to do. I am a very visual person. So seeing what needs to be done for the week in this layout really just makes me happy. I find it better than a calendar because I can start a new sheet for any given day if I decided to change what I want to do that day. Seriously love this thing. When I found it in the store I nearly danced around with glee. Is that strange? Perhaps. But I am pumped about my new weekly to do list notebook.

What’s on your “to do” list this week? I want to know. Leave a comment and share.

Celebrating 4 Years of Marriage

Renee — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:00:10 +0000

4 years ago today Andy and I got married. Crazy how time flies. Our first date was on March 24, 2000! That seems like forever ago. After six years of long distance dating we finally said “I do”. Andy was well worth the wait. The past four years have been amazing. I love my husband now more than ever before, and I didn’t even think that was possible. If I have learned anything over these past few years it is this: Every good relationship takes work. We work hard at our marriage. But this has made all the difference.

I look forward to spending the rest of my life with my best friend. I thank God for him daily.

Please enjoy some of my favorite pictures from our wedding day.

Above: The pretty edited shot.

Below: This shot is raw,unedited. But I love it because it’s us! I chose not to retouch these images.

Above: This was right after our wedding ceremony. I can still remember this moment. That’s what good photography is about!

Below: My mom got this image on her point and shoot camera. It is one of my favs.

Just love it. Wish I could get married all over again. How about you?

My Little Ham | Abilene Portrait Photographer

Renee — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:00:18 +0000

So people keep saying that my baby is going to one day hate my camera because I take so many pictures of him. These iphone pictures are my response to that comment.

Does he look like he hates the camera? HA! On the contrary I think he is going to grow up loving the spot light and being in front of the camera.

What do you think?

Photography Q&A: How to get good weekly pictures of your baby

Renee — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 23:42:45 +0000

I have had a couple people ask for some tips on taking weekly/monthly photos of their babies. So I thought I would do a post on some of the things I do when taking Eli’s photos.

Here is a quick video of what we do and just some simple tricks to document the growth of any baby.

Week 5 Photos| Abilene Portrait Photographer

Renee — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 02:11:30 +0000

Has it really been 5 weeks since our son was born? I feel like a broken record, but time is flying by.

Here are Eli’s 5 week pictures.

Want some tips on taking weekly/monthly photos of you baby? Come back soon for a blog post designed to help you get some awesome weekly photos of you baby.

Is my baby breathing?

Renee — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:00:34 +0000

It started when I was a teenager and use to babysit for friends. I would constantly check on the sleeping children to make sure they were breathing. I would stick my finger under their nose to feel the air. If that didn’t work I would touch their face, so that the child would move and I could be at ease knowing the child was still breathing. Well the same is true now that I am a mom. I often find myself checking on Eli to make sure he is breathing. Am I alone in this? Perhaps I am. Perhaps I am the only crazy parent that worries about this. But on the slight chance that I am not, I have to share this awesome gadget with you. Let me introduce you to the Snuza.

This handy little tool measures movement. It clips on to a baby’s diaper and rests gently on their stomach.

If the monitor does not sense movement for a period of 15 seconds it will gently vibrate to wake the baby. After vibrating three times an alarm will sound if movement does not occur. This alarm is loud enough to be picked up on any infant monitor and alerts parents to check on baby.

I love it already. Now that Eli is in his own bed the Snuza gives me a peace of mind. I don’t have to worry about what will happen in he stops breathinG. No more sticking my finger under his nose or touching him to see if he is breathing. This little baby takes that worry away. It’s great and I highly recommend it.

Let me know what you think?

One Month Update | Abilene Portrait Photographer

Renee — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:00:09 +0000

Elijah is already one month old. Oh my goodness. I really can’t believe it has been a month. I have a feeling that time is going to fly by now that Eli is here.

It has been an amazing month. He is growing fast and has already outgrown most of his newborn clothes. He is doing so good getting on a schedule and eating very well. He is a great nap taker and already sleeps in his own room! I am so proud of my little man.

To record his growth I plan to take his picture each month. I saw this idea of using colorful fabric as a background on a blog that I read. They explain in detail a creative way to capture weekly shots and I just love the idea. Click here to check it out.

Reunited | Abilene Portrait Photographer

Renee — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:00:05 +0000

Valerie and Jon had not seen each other in eight months. EIGHT MONTHS. Wow. That is such a long time to be away from your husband or wife. Yesterday they were finally reunited. I had the honor of photographing their reunion and it was beautiful. SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL.

Above: Valerie anxiously awaiting Jon’s arrival.

Above: Jon’s parents are waiting to surprise him. He doesn’t know they are at the airport too.

Below: The plane finally lands.

Above: The tension is building.

Above: These shots bring tears to my eyes every time I look at them.

Above: Valerie is pointing to Jon’s parents. Again, he didn’t know they were going to be there.

So happy for them.

I love this shot below. I know it’s a little unconventional the way it is framed, but I just love the way Jon is holding her.

Love everything about this photo session!

If you would like to have photos taken to capture your reunion with a love one in the military please shoot me an email at info@reneebooephotography.com

NOT Back to School

Renee — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:16:30 +0000

Today is a surreal day for me. It’s the first day of school, and I am not there. How strange.

I love the first day of school. Everyone running thru the halls seeing people they haven’t seen in months. I enjoy meeting my new students and setting the tone for the rest of the year. It’s just a good day. But today I am not there in my classroom. I am here at home with my beautiful son. I am so excited to have this opportunity to stay home, focus on my photography business, and take care of Eli. It is such a blessing. But I have to admit that apart of me will miss teaching.

I will miss my students the most. I really enjoy getting to know my students and being there for them. Being able to teach them something and see it click is an awesome feeling. I have had the privilege of having amazing students and I am so glad that I got the chance to know them and teach them Spanish and hopefully some life lessons as well.

Teaching is tough and we often don’t see the fruits of our labor. So any time I get feedback from a student I am thrilled. The other day I got a Facebook message from one of my students that made me smile. Allow me to share:

“I’d like to say thanks mrs booe. I had fun in your class. Can’t really say that much in high school.I was honored to be taught by a real teacher. a good one at that too. and I’m going to miss not taking your class this year. but thanks again.”

Short. Simple. Sweet. But makes it worth it.

I will miss teaching, but I know that I am doing what the Lord wants me to know in this season of my life. Being in the center of His will is the best place to be. And I am excited about this new adventure of being a mom and owning my own business.

This is my life as I know it.