my lovely pixie

I rather fell in love with some of the photos that the my friend Hannah posted a few days ago, and decided that I needed to do a similar shoot with a certain little sister of mine.

So, today Megan sweetly agreed to become a pixie and pose for me.

A few things I learned from the experience?

1.  I'm not (not, not, not, not, not) meant to be a make-up artist.  It must have taken me about an hour to get her eyes the way they are.  And the way they are is far from amazing.

 2.  Next time I do this, I probably shouldn't put her make-up outside.  The result?  Shortly into the session I have a hot, sweaty, and rather cranky gal on my hands.  *Sigh...*

and 3.  Megan is quite the little pixie.  I am absolutely loving some of these...

which is your favourite?

Photo shoot :: Megan

Those of you who read my main blog probably already know about the new camera that I got last Wednesday (you can read my post here).

In short, I was finally able to buy the DSLR camera that I was saving up for: the Canon Rebel T2i!!!

I've been continually amazed this week with the photos I've taken - it's really bringing my photography up a level.  Yesterday Megan graciously agreed to pose for a few photos for me so that I could practice working with people.  I'm absolutely loving the result....But, having such a beautiful cient, it's no wonder!

My camera does such a great job with capturing eyes....And, of course, the Picnik eye-brighten effect helps, too. ;-)  These pictures make me melt!

I'm trying to decide which of these two I like better, and Megan can't make up her mind either.  What do you think?  One or two?

Ahh, bokeh!  And the Picnik sepia effect...

And here's a collage of my favorites that I thought I'd share with you...

Which of these is your favorite?  I'd love some feedback here!

More photos with my new camera coming *very* soon!

Love and Blessings,
~Hannah