I am really thrilled to share this next bit of exciting news! Last year, I was approached by Jackie Tobin, one of the editor's of Photo District News. She was writing a book on wedding photography and wanted to feature my work. This was especially exciting for me because, when I first started shooting wedding, I made it a personal goal to have an image published in PDN, a magazine that doesn't often take wedding photography seriously. A few years later, I reached that goal, after winning First Place in their Top Knots Competition; but having Jackie consider me for this book really took the cake.
Jackie's book, "Wedding Photography Unveiled: Inspiration and Insight from 20 Top Photographers," is really unique because it features modern (not cheesy) images by some of my favorite photographers, organized by the major parts of the wedding day. There is a chapter on photographing bridal preparation, another chapter on shooting the ceremony, etc. My work is featured in the chapter on shooting couples' portraits, including technical data on all the images that are published. It is really the best book on wedding photography that I have seen so far and I am really honored to be included.
To Jackie: I cannot thank you enough for your hard work on this project and for including my work in your book. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with you for the last year. Thank you!
delightfully,
Chenin
Jackie's book, "Wedding Photography Unveiled: Inspiration and Insight from 20 Top Photographers," is really unique because it features modern (not cheesy) images by some of my favorite photographers, organized by the major parts of the wedding day. There is a chapter on photographing bridal preparation, another chapter on shooting the ceremony, etc. My work is featured in the chapter on shooting couples' portraits, including technical data on all the images that are published. It is really the best book on wedding photography that I have seen so far and I am really honored to be included.
To Jackie: I cannot thank you enough for your hard work on this project and for including my work in your book. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with you for the last year. Thank you!
delightfully,
Chenin
Rich said:
We can't wait to pick up a copy - congrats!
(03.26.09 @ 09:17 AM)
Marmalade said:
You rock Chenin. Big congrats from Chicago!
(03.26.09 @ 09:40 AM)
Victor Sizemore said:
Congrats! Looking forwarded to catching up this weekend!
(03.26.09 @ 10:05 AM)
Katherine said:
I already picked up a copy, it's a great book. Congrats!
(03.26.09 @ 10:09 AM)
Jen @ Green Wedding Shoes said:
Congrats! That is so great. Sounds like a great book also. Think I may need to pick up a copy!
(03.26.09 @ 10:21 AM)
melissa said:
Craziness! Good job! You are wonderful :)
(03.26.09 @ 10:22 AM)
lisa said:
I saw this online the other day. I have to have it!
(03.26.09 @ 11:10 AM)
Audrey said:
Where do we pick up that book??? I"m on the east coast, not in Cali.
(03.26.09 @ 12:31 PM)
Tina Harden said:
Wow! How awesome is that?! Well deserved, Congrats!
(03.26.09 @ 12:42 PM)
StacyZ said:
Congratulations. I look forward to picking this book up. I am sure it is fabulous!
(03.26.09 @ 02:15 PM)
Mike said:
You guys totally deserve the props!
(03.27.09 @ 06:22 AM)
Robert said:
Congrats Chenin ... what an awesome accomplishment!
(03.27.09 @ 07:44 PM)
adam czap photography said:
That book is fabulous and inspiring. I am reading it right now!
(03.28.09 @ 08:22 AM)
Christina said:
congrats! I can't wait to get this book. Also saw this book posted on Jose Villa's site too.
(03.31.09 @ 05:10 AM)
Stephanie Stewart said:
I loved this book! The images were breathtaking, fresh, modern, completely amazing! Congratulations!!!
(07.20.09 @ 06:49 AM)
We want to see your raddest images. Your eye-popping, jaw-dropping
photo magic. That kind of stuff.
We want to see before and after shots that show off the Totally Rad Actions. Show us how you've transformed your photos, and tell us how you did it. All genres and styles of photography are welcome and encouraged.
To submit images, send an email to contest@gettotallyrad.com along with:
- Your Name
- Your Location (city, state, country)
- The recipe for your image (what actions you used, in what order, and at what strength, along with any other special stuff you did to the image)
- Two versions of the image - one straight out of camera, and the final version. Please resize them down to 1000px on the wide end. JPGs only.
By entering our contest, you agree to allow us to use your submitted images and your recipe, along with a photo credit, for promotional purposes on our website and in printed literature.
Our TRA Recipe contest through April 5, 2009, and we have some awesome prizes for the best images submitted.
The Winner Gets....
The Dream Package from my favorite web designers, Into the Darkroom. ITDR is the genius team of designers behind this blog, my website and the TRA website. This package, valued at $750, includes a website, a blog and their awesome slideshow program (which I use to proof all of my album designs!).
Learn more about Into the Darkroom
Learn more about The Dream Package
The Runner-Up will receive....
One Year in the Wedding Chicks online directory, and one month on the site's front page. Wedding Chicks is a bridal blog that connects stylish brides with elite wedding vendors. I have been advertising with the Wedding Chicks since the very beginning, and it's been huge for my business - you want this prize (trust me!). This prize's value is approximately $300.
Learn more about Wedding Chicks
The next Runner-Up will win....
A brand-new ShootSac, with your choice of custom cover! The ShootSac is the first lens bag designed to pick up where your camera bag leaves off. Lenses, batteries, flashcards & necessities are comfortably at your fingertips. Plus, you can customize the bag with stylish custom covers. The value of this prize is approximately $179.
And, last but not least, the Totally Rad Actions are on sale through March 31, 2009! Cruise on over to purchase these amazing tools and save a little green!
delightfully,
Chenin
Jen MacNiven said:
I just bought both sets of TRA...I couldn't decide ;). Can't wait to start using them and making the process flow...and look totally rad too! THANKS
(03.24.09 @ 02:55 PM)
Jennifer said:
...do you know when the winners and runners up will be announced? Will it be on this site or the TRA site?
(04.07.09 @ 11:14 AM)
Brenna said:
Internet Explorer isn't letting me into TRA.com. Is there any way I can buy one of your TRA cds? I don't even know how much they are and if you even have them made up. I'm just hoping. :) Someone told me about your actions and I want them. BAD. Thanks for your help!
(07.22.09 @ 07:06 PM)
Congratulations to Emika and Haj, whose wedding is featured in this year's wedding issue of Real Simple Magazine. Emika and Haj had a traditional Japanese wedding ceremony at Park Prive in Costa Mesa, CA. I am so thrilled because not only are Emika and Haj an awesome couple, but Real Simple is one of my favorite magazines!
Now that I've settled in to mommyhood, I will be trying to blog a bit more. Thanks for your patience! Coming soon: TWO new books that feature my work, some engagement sessions, and, of course, more photos of my little one!
delightfully,
Chenin
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delightfully,
Chenin
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Andrea said:
Congratulations, Chenin! That`s really awsome. Can`t wait till I get the books you are featured in, must be so exciting for you!
(03.14.09 @ 12:35 AM)
kate said:
CONGRATULATIONS! the photography in that magazine is always amazing, and that's awesome that you're joining the ranks.
(03.14.09 @ 04:12 PM)
Tina Harden said:
Wow! How awesome is that? The photos are gorgeous!
(03.14.09 @ 11:51 PM)
Anne said:
Oh my goodness! Congratulations. Real Simple is amazing, your work is amazing. It was inevitable.
(03.24.09 @ 11:39 AM)
Kelley Lee Gin said:
OMG! This is so exciting! I need to head straight to Borders tomorrow. Chenin, you ROCK! I can't wait to see Max in his new Cub's attire. klg
(03.25.09 @ 12:44 AM)
Kelley Lee Gin said:
OMG! This is so exciting! I need to head straight to Borders tomorrow. Chenin, you ROCK! I can't wait to see Max in his new Cub's attire. klg
(03.25.09 @ 12:45 AM)
Hi blog followers! I am happy to report that our little Max has finally arrived! I know many of you have been anxiously awaiting photos and little a update on how our bundle is doing. Thanks for your patience as I settle in to Mommyhood.
Max was born at 1:20 am on Monday (2/16/09) morning. He was 8lbs, 3 oz and 19 inches long. He is perfect and healthy and divine. For those who are interested, my labor was very quick and smooth. I was taking a bath when my water broke at 7pm on Sunday night (leave it to me to find the tidiest and most efficient way to go into labor!) and, within 25 minutes, I was having contractions every 2 minutes and was 8 centimeters dilated (again, I'm terribly efficient.) After that, everything was very smooth and exactly as we wanted it. Our wonderful nurse, Pam, and my amazing husband, Doug, saw to it that I was comfy and happy and I had the most enjoyable labor a girl could ask for.
Max, right after he was born
Max was born at 1:20 am on Monday (2/16/09) morning. He was 8lbs, 3 oz and 19 inches long. He is perfect and healthy and divine. For those who are interested, my labor was very quick and smooth. I was taking a bath when my water broke at 7pm on Sunday night (leave it to me to find the tidiest and most efficient way to go into labor!) and, within 25 minutes, I was having contractions every 2 minutes and was 8 centimeters dilated (again, I'm terribly efficient.) After that, everything was very smooth and exactly as we wanted it. Our wonderful nurse, Pam, and my amazing husband, Doug, saw to it that I was comfy and happy and I had the most enjoyable labor a girl could ask for.
Max, right after he was born
Mommy and Daddy with our sweet boy -
The next day -
Many of you are probably wondering how our first-born, Murray, is taking to his new brother. I was nervous to introduce the two and made sure that we came home with not only the baby, but a new toy for Murray, just to ease the transition a little bit. Murray spent about 2 seconds sniffing the baby and promptly moved on to playing with the new toy -
Yesterday, I finally had the time to do some proper portraits of Max. I don't fancy myself a baby photographer, but here are a couple of shots at 5 days old -
All and all, my pregnancy, birth and my little boy have been absolutely delightful. The universe has definitely blessed me. And, most of all, I have been so blessed by my incredible husband. There is a reason why it takes two people to make a baby; there is no way that I could get through my pregnancy, the labor and those midnight feedings without Doug. It's funny - we've worked on many, many projects together, from high school debate competitions to starting our own businesses; but it took *this* little project to really realize how absolutely indisposable he is to my life and my happiness. I am a very lucky duck.
On a more practical note, I am on maternity leave through the first of April, but will be checking emails and voicemails and trying to fit consultations in here and there. I appreciate everyone's patience as we make this transition. I will reward you with my very best photography efforts this coming season and lots and lots of photos of our new little boy :)
delightfully,
Chenin
On a more practical note, I am on maternity leave through the first of April, but will be checking emails and voicemails and trying to fit consultations in here and there. I appreciate everyone's patience as we make this transition. I will reward you with my very best photography efforts this coming season and lots and lots of photos of our new little boy :)
delightfully,
Chenin
Kelly Braman said:
Oh! He is just precious! Welcome Baby Max!
Love and Sleep, Kelly
(02.21.09 @ 10:07 AM)
Angela said:
Congrats to you, Doug & Murray! Max is just perfect and I bet he smells so yummy (newborn baby smell is *the* best).
(02.21.09 @ 10:08 AM)
Angela said:
Congrats to you, Doug & Murray! Max is just perfect and I bet he smells so yummy (newborn baby smell is *the* best).
(02.21.09 @ 10:09 AM)
Jocelyn said:
Chenin, I've been following your blog for a little while and love your work and the Totally Rad Actions! Congratulations!! Max is beautiful and these pictures are precious!
(02.21.09 @ 10:09 AM)
bobbi said:
he's perfection. :) thanks for sharing him all with us on your blog :D a huge congrats!
(02.21.09 @ 10:10 AM)
Charlotte Geary said:
Wow! Congratulations, Chenin! I'm just thrilled for all three of you. He's gorgeous!
(02.21.09 @ 10:11 AM)
amy prutch said:
I love the little lip pout in his first picture - priceless! You're in for a lifetime of joy with that little boy!
Congratulations!
(02.21.09 @ 10:20 AM)
Danielle Fuller said:
Ohhh my gosh, that first shot is so insanly cute!!!! Congratulations on your new bunddle of luv'in guys!
(02.21.09 @ 10:24 AM)
gloria Mesa said:
Congratulations!!!!! Max it's so cute! I am so excited to know that you have finally deliver him..
He is very welcome in mother earth!!!
I am so happy that Daddy and Mommy are happy and well! please give a kiss to little Murray he is getting old!
hugs,
Gloria
(02.21.09 @ 10:24 AM)
carrie@urbanbaby said:
maxfield banks boutwell - what a FANTASTIC name. he is absolutely scrumptious, and the photos are perfection ;).
(02.21.09 @ 10:25 AM)
Danielle Fuller said:
Ohhh my gosh, that first shot is so insanly cute!!!! Congratulations on your new bunddle of luv'in guys!
(02.21.09 @ 10:25 AM)
Andrea said:
I had almost tears in my eyes when I read these lines! Max is so unbelievable cute and I wish you 3 a great time and much of unforgettable moments. You really deserve it!
(02.21.09 @ 10:26 AM)
Joyful Weddings and Events said:
Yay! He is so precious. Congrats Chenin! I am so happy to hear that your labor went so well. I wish you as much sleep as possible and that the transition into mommying goes as smoothly as the delivery!
(02.21.09 @ 10:32 AM)
Emily Quinton said:
Huge congratulations! Welcome to the world Max.
Enjoy every minute x
(02.21.09 @ 10:38 AM)
mandy said:
Oh, he is so perfect and cute! Amazing pictures! I LOVE LOVE his name.
(02.21.09 @ 10:41 AM)
mandy said:
Oh, he is so perfect and cute! Amazing pictures! I LOVE LOVE his name. Boys are so much fun. Hope you guys are getting sleep.
(02.21.09 @ 10:44 AM)
Tina said:
Congrats! He is beautiful and I'm so happy the whole experience was wonderful. It shall continue.... Childen truly are little blessings
(02.21.09 @ 10:51 AM)
Tina said:
Congrats! He is beautiful and I'm so happy the whole experience was wonderful. It shall continue.... Children truly are little blessings
(02.21.09 @ 10:52 AM)
Heather Cole said:
Chenin and Doug - Max is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing these pictures with us!! :) SOOOO happy for you two!!!
(02.21.09 @ 11:13 AM)
Norma said:
Congrats! He is adorable, we have a little 6 month guy also. They are a total blessing. xox to Max
(02.21.09 @ 11:26 AM)
peggy said:
Chenin & Doug - Congrats!!!! Max is absolutely adorable. Yes, it definitely takes 2 to raise a little bundle of joy (as Jay and I can recently attest to first hand). Enjoy your time off...they grow so fast!
(02.21.09 @ 11:31 AM)
Heather Kincaid said:
Absolutely precious! Congratulations, you guys! Can't wait to see more photos of you both with the little guy. :)
(02.21.09 @ 11:48 AM)
Robin Dini said:
congratulations!!! I hope my labor is as smooth as yours :) Max is gorgeous! Best wishes to your new family!
(02.21.09 @ 12:07 PM)
Melissa Lawler said:
He is sooo sweet. Congratulations!
I love to hear when labor goes well! It makes a big difference on how long it takes to recover. I can't wait to see new pictures in the future.
(02.21.09 @ 12:26 PM)
Ashley said:
Congrats you two! I think you're both amazing and your new son is soooo stinkin' cute!
(02.21.09 @ 12:40 PM)
jac said:
oh my! he is truly delightful! he is a handsome little fellow :) you and doug look so happy and max is one lucky little dude!
(02.21.09 @ 01:20 PM)
Meaghan Cook said:
He's a delight! Congratulations and best of luck. Looking forward to more photos and sweet chubby baby goodness in the future.
(02.21.09 @ 01:35 PM)
Vanessa Hall said:
Big congrats guys and welcome to the world of parenthood! I am sure he will bring lots of love and joy to you both...take care Vanessa
(02.21.09 @ 01:40 PM)
Jasmine* said:
Oh, Chenin, your little Max is nothing short of perfection. I am so incredibly happy for you and Doug and I wish you a happy and healthy maternity leave! :) xoxo
(02.21.09 @ 02:12 PM)
Tira J said:
Congratulations Chenin and Doug! He is by far, "Totally Rad"! Much Love to you all.
(02.21.09 @ 02:17 PM)
Abra Morris said:
Many congratulations yet again. Little boys are the best. :)
(02.21.09 @ 02:57 PM)
Jen said:
He is absolutely perfect! I am so happy for you both. Isn't it amazing how you grow an entire new heart filled with unimaginable love??? Oh, the adventures you have to come! Enjoy every minute! xo
(02.21.09 @ 03:44 PM)
Sabrina said:
He's a cutie. Congratulations! Also he has the best birthday. That's also my birthday.
(02.21.09 @ 03:46 PM)
Cameron Clark | Cameron + Kelly Studios said:
Congrats on that labor. Sounds perfect. LUCKY YOU! I am just finishing up my first year with my business AND baby and having a supporting, sweet, loving, and TIRELESS husband is a must! I'm glad mine is also so incredible. Way to go Doug. Take it easy. My advice to every new mom is to nap once a day with that baby until you feel better. They are only little babies once, so enjoy it. I took a nap everyday for MONTHS. Still do on my "days off." Every stage is temporary with babies/kids.
(02.21.09 @ 05:05 PM)
Blair Van Bussel said:
It really is just adorablly perfect! Congrats to you and Doug, I am so happy for the 2...or, um, 3 of you!!! :)
(02.21.09 @ 05:10 PM)
jen said:
Oh my goodness -he is SO cute and I am so thrilled for both of you! Max is the most AMAZING addition to your family! I wish you both all the best as you settle in to parenthood - enjoy every minute - they grow so fast! Congratulations!!!
(02.21.09 @ 05:10 PM)
Orbie Pullen said:
Congrats Chenin! Hope you and Doug are getting enough sleep. Great Shots as usual:)
(02.21.09 @ 06:18 PM)
Jeffrey Neal said:
Chenin, Congrats! He is beautiful and I am so happy for you and Doug. I wish nothing but the best for the three of you and can not wait to see what is in store for you all.
(02.21.09 @ 06:22 PM)
charity mae said:
Congratulations.......he is beautiful!
(02.21.09 @ 07:13 PM)
charity mae said:
Congratulations.......he is beautiful!
(02.21.09 @ 07:14 PM)
audrey said:
CONGRATS TO THE 4 OF YOU! (Doggie Murray is included) What a wonderful idea to include Murray in the gifts...how sweet and thoughtful. He deserves it!!! Thanks for sharing your beautiful photos and stories with the world and your faithful blog followers. You are def my fav photographers. So down to earth... Just wondering....did you birth at home???? Best with everything. Please continue to share....i love reading happy news.
(02.21.09 @ 07:42 PM)
Denise Hoogland said:
CONGRATS! Wow he is so adorable. We wish you all the best. Enjoy him while he is so tiny, they grow fast. We look forward to watching him grow.
(02.21.09 @ 08:19 PM)
Katy Regnier said:
What a beautiful baby and what gorgeous photos! You really are blessed, enjoy your newborn, they grow up fast!
(02.21.09 @ 08:30 PM)
angel swanson said:
chenin, he is absolutely perfect! i am sooo happy for you and doug; congratulations on this precious blessing! hope to get together soon, once things get a bit calmed down. lots and lots of love to your newly extended family!! xoxo
(02.21.09 @ 09:16 PM)
Ray Soemarsono said:
GUys, huge congrats on this new chapter of your life. What a blessing!
(02.21.09 @ 09:26 PM)
Sherry Hammonds said:
Congrats! So exciting! So glad to hear that everything went well with the delivery- he is so cute! Can't wait to see how well he'll be documented having two photographer for parents! : )
(02.22.09 @ 06:39 AM)
Courtney said:
Wow! He is perfect in every way. What a cutie :) Congrats to you both on the best thing ever - Parenthood. Cannot wait to see more of your little guy as he gets older, I am sure you will have the most awesome pictures to document his life! Congrats again and best wishes!
(02.22.09 @ 06:40 AM)
Paul said:
Congratulations to you both...Max looks beautiful!!! Welcome to the new world of parenthood...its' pretty darn amazing...Paul, NIcki, Kate ...
(02.22.09 @ 01:52 PM)
Christina said:
Congratulations, Max is so adorable! So glad you had a smooth delivery.
Murray is adorable - what kind of dog is he?
(02.22.09 @ 02:26 PM)
Amy Barry said:
Congrats Chenin & Doug and welcome to the wonderful world of parenting!!! Max is adorable! Enjoy every precious moment with him because they grow SO fast. I just had my 5th baby on Feb. 7th.
(02.22.09 @ 02:59 PM)
Janie said:
chenin...congrats to you and doug and little max is adorable...such a wonderful blessing...take care..xoxo
(02.22.09 @ 04:48 PM)
jefra said:
you were doing something MUCH more substantial than hanging out at WPPI this year.... Congrats!!
(02.22.09 @ 06:01 PM)
Erin Fults said:
Congrats! He's precious! Isn't it amazing how much you can love someone who, right now, can give nothing back in return?! What a blessing!
(02.22.09 @ 07:00 PM)
vanessa H said:
AWWW Chenin and Doug!!! Congrats on the little guy he is perfect!! I love the first pictures so much!!! I love what you wrote about how much realized how indispensable Doug is after your baby! I truly felt the same way with my husband when my daughter was born! You really do fall in love again with your husband all over again and much more!!! Lots of Blessing to your new family!!! Enjoy and saturate yourself with every second of that baby, because one day you wake up and they are toddlers!!!
Congrats from Dallas Girl!!!
(02.22.09 @ 08:05 PM)
Candice Brooke said:
I just cried! Wow I am so happy right now. ahhhh its so wonderful!
(02.22.09 @ 09:42 PM)
stephanie . o said:
it's crazy how i'm so happy for you and i don't even know you...your son is an absolute doll! congrats! your work is very inspirational to me!!
(02.23.09 @ 05:47 AM)
Melissa Koehler said:
He's so gorgeous!! Congratulations. Enjoy him while he's young, they grow so fast. Mine is now 2 1/2 and I feel like he was just that small :)
Hugs!
(02.23.09 @ 07:34 AM)
kelli said:
ohhh what a sweet little babe. these pictures are amazing.....CONGRATS!!! your newest little blessing is absolutely beautiful! looking forward to seeing more photos of your new little subject :)
(02.23.09 @ 08:15 AM)
kelli said:
ohhh what a sweet little babe. these pictures are amazing.....CONGRATS!!! your newest little blessing is absolutely beautiful! looking forward to seeing more photos of your new little subject :)
(02.23.09 @ 08:15 AM)
Trang Le said:
Congrats! He is soooo cute! :)
(02.23.09 @ 08:31 AM)
Ashley Rose said:
Congrats Chenin & Doug :) he is just adorable!!!!!! Hope you have a wonderful time with maternity leave :) xoxo
(02.23.09 @ 09:22 AM)
Kellan said:
He is perfect! I had to laugh about your water breaking in the tub and how convenient that was. With my first pregnancy my water broke while I was using the bathroom...how's that for convenient! Be good to yourself. There is a reason they say it takes 6 weeks to get on your feet again and even then it isn't until the baby is 12-15 weeks do you find any shred of a schedule appearing. Double high fives for amazing husbands. Very happy for you guys, children only enrich this business and make you appreciate everything all over again.
(02.23.09 @ 11:25 AM)
patti harrell said:
What a beautiful beautiful baby. Congratulations to all of you including Murray!
(02.23.09 @ 12:35 PM)
Sarah said:
Congrats you guys! Glad everything is going along so swimmingly.
(02.23.09 @ 01:18 PM)
sarah rhoads said:
little MAX!!! Heavens to Betsy if he isn't the cutest darn thing! Congrats to you both!
(02.23.09 @ 01:19 PM)
sarah rhoads said:
Little MAX!! heavens to betsy is he ever Cute!! congrats to you both~
(02.23.09 @ 01:20 PM)
Karalee said:
Wow, he is a gorgeous little creature. Congratulations so much guys, all the best for the new addition to the family! And is it just me - or is that horizontal photo of Max, fourth down just THE SPITTING IMAGE of Doug?!
(02.23.09 @ 03:54 PM)
gina@kiwistreetstudios said:
oh, i think i'm a little late on congratulating you! but i still will!!!!
as you have found out, there IS nothing else EVER that can bring more joy, peace, meaning and love to your lives. the very best to all of you;) gina
(02.23.09 @ 06:38 PM)
molly said:
oh Chenin! He's absolutely perfect! the day after shot of him is my fave. we are expecting our first little one and i was happy to hear about all the ease and joy of your pregnancy. p.s. i met you at your studio for finao a while back and my husband and I walked right past you at the spectrum about a week ago. I should have not been a shy retard and just said hello. so until the next time i brush past you, "hello" and "congratulations!"
(02.23.09 @ 07:58 PM)
Genevieve said:
Congratulations you two! He is so precious. You might discover a new passion for baby photography by having a handy model. I know I did.
(02.23.09 @ 08:17 PM)
erica said:
Congratualtions! Thanks for sharing the pictures with us. I hope you are getting some sleep.
(02.23.09 @ 09:41 PM)
lindsay Calmettes said:
Congrats you guys! The Max is too beautiful. Enjoy every moment!
(02.24.09 @ 09:40 AM)
lindsay Calmettes said:
Congrats you guys! The Max is too beautiful. Enjoy every moment!
(02.24.09 @ 09:40 AM)
lindsay Calmettes said:
Congrats you guys! The Max is too beautiful. Enjoy every moment!
(02.24.09 @ 09:41 AM)
lindsay Calmettes said:
Congrats you guys! The Max is too beautiful. Enjoy every moment!
(02.24.09 @ 09:43 AM)
lindsay Calmettes said:
Ok Thats a lot of congrats... Sorry about that... My patience for computers are not what they should be:)
(02.24.09 @ 09:46 AM)
Navy Sou said:
The greatest blessing a woman could have is to be a mother!!! Congratulations!
(02.24.09 @ 12:55 PM)
jamie said:
so sweet to hear your words about your guys' projects- congratulations to you guys!
(02.24.09 @ 04:25 PM)
kate said:
CONGRATULATIONS!!! he is SOOO freaking precious! that first one makes me want to cry, seriously. I hope you're enjoying your new time as a family!
(02.24.09 @ 09:42 PM)
Breanne Houston said:
Hi Guys! Long time no see. I am so happy for you both. Congratulations on your new adventure. Parenthood is awesome, you are going to love it. Congrats again!
(02.26.09 @ 02:50 PM)
Mary said:
Totally adorable - congratulations. I'm a new grandma of a 2 month old little boy, Soren and he has captivated my heart. You are right - you are blessed with this precious little boy. Enjoy every minute, before you know it he will drive a away in a sports car with a girl!!!
(02.26.09 @ 06:26 PM)
Kelly Bridge said:
Chenin and Doug: All the pictures are breathtakingly beautiful!! Thank you for sharing - Kelly, Gary, Chris
(02.28.09 @ 08:41 PM)
Sheryl said:
Your birth story sickens me! ;)...I hope mine will be as 'easy' as yours! Congrats and what great work you have! You've found yourself a fan! :)
(03.03.09 @ 04:14 PM)
Jessica Benson said:
Hi Chenin, I stumbled upon your blog from Carrie's. Thank you for sharing the joy of your birth!!! More people need to share (and hear) good birth stories and your's sounds so wonderful!!!! Congratulations on your beautiful birth and your beautiful baby!
(03.03.09 @ 07:35 PM)
tonya said:
congrats on your new beautiful boy! And wow he has perfect timing-- he got here well before the real wedding season began! LOL
Congrats!!
(03.05.09 @ 03:49 PM)
Peter Lago said:
Congratulations! Aly and I are super excited for you guys and would love to meet young Max soon!
Lots of love,
Peter and Aly Lago
(03.09.09 @ 02:58 PM)
Aly Lago said:
Congrats Chenin & Doug! Max is beautiful! I'm so glad to hear that Murray liked him as well... I wish you and your family all the best!
(03.09.09 @ 03:03 PM)
Kris Rupp said:
Congratulations to you and your beautiful family!! I wish you great love and much happiness on this important "project"!! Family first.
(03.12.09 @ 05:05 PM)
Karen (Mikols) Bonar said:
BEAUTIFUL! And ... where on earth did you get that DaMask backdrop (chari????). I'm trying to find THAT EXACT material with little success.
(03.20.09 @ 11:02 AM)
Hi all! Please forgive the sporadic blog posts these days... thanks to everyone for their emails and well-wishes regarding Baby Boutwell. He is almost here (due in one week!) and I promise to post photos as soon as humanly possible!
In the meantime, I have a super-huge, mega-whopper favor to ask of my loyal blog followers :) My darling little blog, designed by the amazing team at Into the Darkroom, has been nominated for PPA's fresh blog contest! I would so appreciate it if you all could have a looksey and cast your vote for my blog. ITDR worked so hard on it and I would love for them to be recognized for their amazing work! When you go to vote, you can search by Entry #18 to find my blog.
Thanks for your support and I hope to have good baby news to report any day now :)
delightfully,
Chenin
In the meantime, I have a super-huge, mega-whopper favor to ask of my loyal blog followers :) My darling little blog, designed by the amazing team at Into the Darkroom, has been nominated for PPA's fresh blog contest! I would so appreciate it if you all could have a looksey and cast your vote for my blog. ITDR worked so hard on it and I would love for them to be recognized for their amazing work! When you go to vote, you can search by Entry #18 to find my blog.
Thanks for your support and I hope to have good baby news to report any day now :)
delightfully,
Chenin
marchelle said:
I am de-lurking to tell you that I got my vote on for you!! =)
You are amazing and so inspiring to a newbie like me!
Best of luck with the new little one.
~ marchelle
(02.10.09 @ 11:18 AM)
jen said:
well, that is such an easy vote - your website rocks - i can't imagine it not winning! my vote is in - i hope you win! and i can't wait for baby news! i keep checking your blog anxiously awaiting the news! i wish you all the best!
(02.10.09 @ 05:36 PM)
Michelle O said:
Chenin!
Thinking of you this next week! We can't wait to meet Baby Boutwell! Life is just about to get fun!
(02.11.09 @ 02:18 AM)
bobbi said:
I voted for you even before this entry.... why? because it's HANDS DOWN the BEST designed blog of ANY of them I've EVER seen! :) You guys SOOOO rock rock ROCK! :D and PS.... SO EXCITING ABOUT THAT BABY!!!!!!! :)
(02.11.09 @ 02:43 AM)
Jan Boutwell Gonzales said:
Voting is done, and I have asked others to do the same. No question, it is #1. Best of luck to you.
(02.11.09 @ 07:03 PM)
Jan Boutwell Gonzales said:
Voting is done, and I have asked others to do the same. No question, it is #1. Best of luck to you.
(02.11.09 @ 07:03 PM)
The Patriot said:
You got my vote!!!!!!!
(02.12.09 @ 08:08 AM)
patti said:
Good luck with the contest. You have my vote. Congratulation early on your new little one!
(02.12.09 @ 06:59 PM)
Kelley Lee Gin said:
Congratulations! Saw the photo of Max on Twitter! I hope mom, dad, and son are doing well! xoxo, klg
(02.16.09 @ 09:02 PM)
Kelley Lee Gin said:
Congratulations! Hope mom, dad, and baby are doing well! xoxo, klg
(02.16.09 @ 09:04 PM)
Tony said:
Hopefully you get nothing but good news! We are always waiting for a new post. Cant wait to hear from you again.
(02.17.09 @ 05:35 PM)
Kim Rily said:
voted!
(02.18.09 @ 09:17 AM)
Natasha said:
Congratulations guys! Max is A-D-O-R-A-B-L-E! Can't wait for more pictures!!!
(02.20.09 @ 10:10 AM)