The Violet Hours

Time for Camera Fun

Between me and my husband, we must have over a dozen cameras—holgas, point-and-shoot digitals, film SLR's, vintage Brownies. So needless to say, I have a thing for cameras...

This makes me ask...what will our child's first camera be? Found via Black Eiffel.

A totebag on your shoulder, flats on your feet, a floral sundress on your back and a camera around your neck. You're a fashionista photog -- so why cramp your style with the strap that just came in the box? And it has a great little pocket, perfect for film or memory cards. Available for sale at Photojojo.

A new take on a camera bag...found via How About Orange.

I just couldn't resist posting about these hilarious photo paddles. Who needs photoshop? For sale on Photojojo.

Time for Baby Portraits

Apparently time moves really quickly once you have your baby (that's what everyone is telling me), so it's definitely important to capture what you can. Here are some of my favorite baby portrait-makers...

Mila's mom illustrates her versions of her daughter's dreams in photographs while Mila is sleeping. The results are hilarious and so clever. Check out her blog, Mila's Daydreams. 

Gabby from Design Mom had her 6th (uh huh, 6!) baby (sweet little Flora June) and had these amazing portraits made by Blue Lily Photography. Check out the others here. 

 

If you live in Atlanta and you want portraits of your baby, toddler, cat, or family, here is your photographer. Traci Gingold has a very natural style—she follows your child's lead and captures beautiful, sweet, interesting moments.

If you want a fun way to document the first 12 months of your baby's life, buy a 4 x 3 foot Stendig calendar and lay/sit him in the center. Found via Ohdeedoh.