Well, you know what they say....

....New Year's resolutions are made to be broken! But I'm really going to try to be better about blogging. The end of last year was "insane," (my boy's favorite word) and I found myself stretched to just get the basics done. But I've resolved to do several things better in 2008, including drink more water, get out of my computer chair and walk every now and then (!) and then come home and blog. In the interest of shooting a wide variety of things that inspire me and tell stories, I've joined Flickr's 365+1 group. A picture a day for a whole year. Think I can do it? I'm going to try. You'll see quite a few of these images here, as well.

Rolling up my sleeves...click!

Here's the first entry and the little story behind it:


Each member of my family seems to relish the idea of hanging this delicate handblown teardrop. It will soon be put away until next December, when once more eager hands will be longing to give it its place of honor just under the star.

Because I just can't resist!

I've known this beautiful young lady since she was a speck! What a privilege to watch her grow into the person she is today: graceful, poised, talented and sincere. Miss K., you have a wonderful road of blessings before you. And I strongly suspect that you will be a blessing in everyone's life you touch!

And to mom, you know me well enough to know I couldn't resist publishing at least ONE...! So here's your preview (read: teaser.) Will get back to more after Brianna Graham's workshop! And to those photographer friends who plan on attending with me: I can't wait!

Introducing "All Through The Year!"

There are some years that are just so special, you want to remember every moment. Perhaps it's the celebration of a new life, or your first year together with that very special someone. It may be your senior year of high school, bursting with activity and events like homecoming, prom, sports, and graduation.

Debra Klawetter Photography now offers a convenient and value-packed way to remember those moments: an innovative series of portrait sessions called All Through the Year.

Here's what you get:

• Three sessions, including an optional extended session (can be used for a senior, newborn, or immediate family session for up to 5 people)
• A $150 print credit to be used at each session ($450 total)
• One 8x10 print from each session

Your choice of the following, one to be used from each session:

• A mini accordion-style brag book
• 24 wallets
• 25 fine art greeting cards or announcements (perfect for baby or graduation announcements, or Christmas cards)
  

At the end of your year, you will receive:

• The Timeline Album, a beautiful handmade leather book containing a minimum of 30 5x7 images from the three sessions (upgrade to a coffee-style album is available)
  
• A DVD slideshow of the best images from your sessions, set to music

Your choice of:

• a framed 20x10 storyboard containing 3-5 images from the year OR
• a 16x20 fine art gallery-wrapped canvas

Two to three weeks after each session, 20-30 images will be placed in an online gallery for 5 days. Additional orders can be placed by you, your family, or friends during that time. As a member of All Through the Year, your print prices are locked for the entire year, beginning from the date of your first session. Total value of this collection is $2,195. Available for a limited time for $1500. Have questions or need more details? Just email me using the link in the right-hand column! Not for you? Ask about my traditional sessions.

All Through the Year can be customized for your moments, for your milestones, for your year.

Because I know mom has been waiting....

And rightfully so! What a great session! I've been having fun with studio lights recently, especially since summer in Texas seems to be holding on...and on...and on...! These two sisters were wonderful to work with. And Murphy, their little dachshund, behaved herself so nicely and generously shared kisses with anyone who wanted one. So without any further ado....


And an outtake....

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Thank you, J and W (and Murphy, too!) for a very special session! And mom, there are "smiley" ones, too. I just know you love serious looks! Can't wait to show you the rest!

To catch you up a little....

This summer and early fall have been a blur, and I have been MIA for much of it. Unfortunately, I discovered first-hand what pneumonia is like. I don't wish it on anyone! It knocked me off my feet and wiped a few weeks off my calendar. Thanks to all my clients - and everyone else - for your patience. It's been a challenging road, but I can now say I'm 99% back! I'm grateful for all your support and prayers.

Here are some of my favorite shots of recent; please check back for more soon. I'll be here -I promise! :-)

Congratulations to the beautiful Miss E! Your quinceanera was so much fun and such a privilege to photograph!

They don't come any cuter than the adorable and HAPPY Miss A:And her wonderful big brother, E:


And a couple of personal shots...
Just a snapshot of my own daughter with her sweet cousin during a quick but wonderful visit to my beloved Buckeye State:

My eldest son. How can he be so grown up? It was just yesterday we were preparing for kindergarten. Now we're getting college information in the mail almost daily.
I'm so proud of you!