Beautiful mommy to be!

During a busy weekend, of catching up on orders, emails and photographing a Father Daughter dance for Terri Gillis Photography, we had the chance to slow down a bit for a beautiful studio session. We had the privilege of capturing some maternity portraits for Tiffany. We were so excited when she contacted us several weeks ago to schedule her session. Her baby is due in a few weeks and we cannot wait to capture the newborn session. Thank you Tiffany for going along with all of our ideas, clothing changes and for being so flexible. We truly enjoyed our time with you and your mother. See you and baby in a few weeks :)

Penny and her puppies!

Two years ago on December 30th, Penny gave birth to 5 of the most charming puppies on the planet. Today we had a little reunion and all the owners brought their puppies over to have a photo session. What a riot we had. Thank you to Meghan, Deb, Jackie, Teia, Nicci for bringing your puppies to the "homestead". Enjoy the photos :)

The original "puppy photo" in 2010:

The new photos of them all:

 Grandma and her babies :)

Hope you had a wonderful weekend, we sure did!

2011 Thank You to all our Clients

Thank You!

As 2011 has come to a close we want to say thank you to each and every one of you that helped to make our year the best we have had. As we put this piece together we thought of the moments we were privileged and honored to share with each one of you over the past year. Many smiles and a few tears were evoked as we thought of each person, each family each chapter in the lives that we were allowed to capture. We thank each one of you and hope that your 2012 is blessed, full of joy and enriched by the moments that you share with those you love. 

We are grateful for each of you, 

Warm Regards,

Jennifer and Nicole

Christmas Eve 2011

THE PRAN CLAN CHRISTMAS '11

Twas the Night before Christmas and all through the house,

People were gathering, but there was no mouse.

The stockings were hung on the Entertainment Center with care,

and Penny could be found, just waiting there.

The enchilada's were nestled all snug in their pans,

while beans, rice and salad were also on demand.

While Pa in his green shirt, and I in my cap,

had just sat down with some other fine chaps.

When out of the quiet a prayer was said,

for thankfulness, for provision and what lies ahead.

Away to the feasting the guests they did fly,

The food, it was yummy, I'm not gonna lie.

The Veenstras, the Zaagman's the Praniewicz's so many,

we knew with this food, no one would be skinny.

Then what to our wondering eyes should appear,

but a vision of Christi via Skype, oh the dear.

With her quick wit and candor, her stories regaled,

she "joined" us for dinner, from California she hailed.

More laughter and talking our meal it ensued,

the time passed too quickly and we all thought, "how rude!"

"Now, Mom and Dad, now Aunt Deb, Uncle Denny,

Shelli and Sam, oh there are far to many,

Mike, Lisa, Ken and Nicci, 

oh I'm not there, that's such a pity!"

As she said goodbye, we nibbled our dishes

much aware of her sweet Christmas wishes.

We continued our stories and after

so thankful for life, the love and the laughter.

The evening continued with games and dessert,

the coffee, the cookies, more people alert.

Our neighbors the Bjork's joined us at 8:00

At church they had been and they were a treat.

We finished our evening, the dishes and more,

so grateful for dear friends, family and more.

The Savior, Jesus, we celebrate His Season

this is Christmas for us, He is the Reason.

We sing of His coming, for this we're not sorry.

His birth, His Life, they're just part of the Story.

Let us exclaim before this year is out of sight.

Merry Christmas from the Praniewicz & Zaagman's and to all a good night!

Senior Session Solidarity

We are wrapping up our Best of Senior Sessions from the this year and wanted to include telling you about Jackie, Laura, Scott, Maria and Kyle. Jackie Roodevoets is a Home School senior from West Michigan. We have known her and those beautiful blonde ringlets since she was, but a wee one, in 4H with Nicole and Christi. She is all grown up, graduating from high school in 2012 and is excited about the future she has ahead. Pictured with her is Laura Droog. Laura is a senior from Lowell High School, she loves music, hanging with friends, as well as science. She has aspirations of studying to be a neo-natal nurse and then on to be a doctor.

Next up, Maria and Scott Sargeant . These two siblings are also Home School graduates. We have known Maria and Scott for several years because of our mutual involvement with West Michigan Home School Band Association and Home School Performing Arts. Let me just say that these two are a hoot and had us laughing during the entire session we had with them at Fallsburg Park. (Ask them about "tree hugging pictures.) Best wishes to these two talented artists in your future endeavors.

Our final senior is Kyle Cai. He is a foreign exchange student from China studying at Northpointe Christian for his senior year. Kyle plans on returning to China for a year then would like to attend college in the United States. While studying at Northpointe, Kyle played football, played in the drumline and has enjoyed being involved in different business competitions. We had a great time with Kyle. He has a great sense of humor and is a good sport considering his session was on a VERY cold, rainy and wet afternoon. He never complained and always had a smile. Best wishes to you Kyle and all of our seniors in your plans regarding your future dreams and aspirations.