Photoshoot, Behind the Scenes

You guys were so kind and supportive last week when I told you about the Dallas Morning News photoshoot! I read your comments throughout the day, and was feeling pretty good by the time the photographer showed up. She was scheduled to arrive at 3, but as soon as I had the kids dressed in their WHITE outfits (to not compete with the colors of the rooms), she called and pushed it to 5:30!

“Ack! Everyone out of your clean, ironed clothes!”

She started with shots of the kid’s rooms and their details. The sun cooperated, and Babygirl’s normally dark room was bathed in light.

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Look at the size of that lens! I’m pretty sure she captured my pores in HD. Then she moved on to portraits of everyone. Babygirl had some action shots in her Art Center.

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My heart, the ham.

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My son was a natural too. We cracked up when he asked the photographer, “Are we almost done, I feel like I’m losing my smile.”
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The rest of my heart.

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Thankfully they put sibling rivalry aside for an hour, and cooperated with each other.

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I changed clothes three times in the five minutes before she arrived. Which of course, didn’t end up mattering since all the pictures of me were basically head shots! Sort of like this, but with her GIANT lens about 2-feet from our faces. *cue panicked expression*


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The humidifier wasn’t in the room when she photographed.

Mr. Sugarplum was so proud, he texted me not to worry about making dinner…he had it covered! The sweet man brought home my favorite!!

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Our lives have had a big emotional bump recently, so we all enjoyed the break and celebrating together. It was a fun experience, and I think the kids felt really special. After all, that’s why I created the rooms for them. Hopefully everyone is just as happy when the article and photos come out!
And I know some of you will want my outfit details. I was a bad blogger and didn’t get a picture…but I wore white jeans, a navy sleeveless silk top, fuchsia patent belt, camel cage wedges and some chunky bracelets. Unfortunately all you’ll see in the pictures are my crow’s feet.

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35 Comments

  1. Green Door Girl wrote:

    congrats on the photoshoot – when is it coming out??? i will have to get my parents to save me a copy! 🙂 Y'all look great and a well deserved honor for sure!

    Posted 6.8.11 Reply
  2. Angeline wrote:

    Congrats, Cassie – you look great – and deserve the recognition- soak it in!

    Posted 6.8.11 Reply
  3. Chassity (Look Linger Love) wrote:

    Ya'll look FABulous! No surprised. Great job choosing outfits 🙂 Can't wait to see the final story. And btw, that veggie burger looks divine. I want one now!

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  4. Crystal wrote:

    Congrats, Cassie!

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  5. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper wrote:

    eeek!!!! so excited!!!!!

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  6. Janell @ Isabella and Max wrote:

    What fun and congrats on the upcoming feature! You look gorgeous, the kids adorable! Janell

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  7. Something Old, Something New wrote:

    Congrats this is so exciting for you! You have a beautiful family and lovely style!

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  8. Emily A. Clark wrote:

    You look so pretty–and the kids are beautiful! Congrats again 🙂

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  9. Courtney {a thoughtful place} wrote:

    Pretty mama! Congratulations. You look just beautiful and the kids are so darn cute. So sweet of your hubby . . . I am sure he was bubbling over with pride.

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  10. christine {bijouandboheme} wrote:

    Oh this is sooooo fabulous- I know your photos are going to be fantastic and you all look so gorgeous!! Congrats lovely:)

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  11. Michaela wrote:

    Adorable, Cassie! The kids are so cute in their rooms. So excited for you on this! Can't wait to see some more photos. Love your outfit. Don'tcha worry…I think we all change outfits a lot before big things (:

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  12. Simply LKJ wrote:

    So deserving Cassie! Their rooms are fantastic, and show all the of the love that went into them. I know they will enjoy them for many years. You looked amazing, and the kiddos are adorable!! Congrats, and glad to hear things are on the upswing.

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  13. Lil Mama Stuart wrote:

    you guys look great! and how sweet of the mister!

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  14. Ali Richardson wrote:

    Gorgeous!!! You and your kids are GORGEOUS!!!! So excited for you guys 🙂

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  15. Carissa @ the Fabulous Design File wrote:

    That is so amazing!!! Your kids are so cute, and you look fabulous!!! Can't wait to see the shots of the rooms!

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  16. Chic Coastal Living wrote:

    That's so much fun Cassie!! Can't wait to see the article!

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  17. Atelier de Charo wrote:

    Congrats!
    You have so lovely kids!

    Hugs
    Charo

    Posted 6.8.11 Reply
  18. Bernadette {Chic Spaces for Little Faces} wrote:

    Great post. Can't wait to see the article!

    Posted 6.8.11 Reply
  19. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful} wrote:

    Girl you are *far* too hard on yourself, you look absolutely FABULOUS and I'm sure the house was *workin'* it (c: What an awesome experience…you are such a rockstar! And speaking of rockstars, so is hubby for the super sweet gesture of dinner…cue the "AWWWWW!"

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  20. Melanie wrote:

    That is so exciting! What a gorgeous family!

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  21. Bee wrote:

    Congrats that is great!! I am a new blogger and live in Dallas too- so I will watch out for it in the news:)

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  22. Brittany {Gallery No. Eight} wrote:

    You look fab and your kids are too cute! Congrats again!

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  23. Shanna wrote:

    Awesome! You look amazing, as do your babes and their rooms!! So exciting!

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  24. LiveLikeYou wrote:

    You guys look adorable!! Can't wait to see the pictures.That yellow dresser looks AMAZING!

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  25. Marianne {Style For Living} wrote:

    Everything looks amazing! Yes, let us know when we can see the article! So excited for you.

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  26. coolkids wrote:

    Cassie you look FAB! I need some white jeans. Where did you get the from? and the sandals!!! HELLO!!! I love them!

    I hope all is okay in your family! If you need anything, let me know! You rock girlfriend!

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  27. Carmel @ Our Fifth House wrote:

    So excited for you! You look amazing and your kids are adorable! I mean seriously have even heard of a bad hair day?! Your hair always looks amazing!

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  28. Allison wrote:

    Congratulations to you, Cassie! You look beautiful and your kids are adorable. How exciting! What a fun day!

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  29. Rachie @ A Chi Chi Affair wrote:

    Ahh i love this! The kids look so gorgeous and so do you!! In fact you always look great!

    Lovely post!

    PS: Lots of **hugs** re emotional rollarcoaster!
    PPS: Do come over and see my giveaway today achichiaffair@blogspot.com

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  30. Ann wrote:

    What an honor! I'm sure the only thing any DMN readers will notice is your eye for style, your adorable kids, and YOUR beautiful self! Congrats!

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  31. Jan@southernjunkin' wrote:

    Congrats on a very deserving honor! Your children are too cute!
    Blessings!!

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  32. Megan {Honey We're Home} wrote:

    I love the sneak peek! You and your babes look SO GOOD!!! Your son cracks me up with that smile comment!

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  33. Sarah@totalbassetcase wrote:

    Congrats!! The picture of the three of you is incredible! That one is frame worthy!
    Can't wait to see the final product!

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  34. Allison {Live Love Small} wrote:

    congratulations! you all look great! can't wait for you to share..

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  35. Hyphen Interiors wrote:

    Precious! Sounds like it went really well. Love the pic of the three of you!

    Posted 6.10.11 Reply