allison wist photography

glow

2012-02-07T07:48:00.000-08:00

I had a wonderful time meeting this gorgeous and glowing mom-to-be. She makes it look effortless!

beauty

2012-02-02T08:05:00.000-08:00

Sometimes, during a session, I see something in between shots that inspires me. During THIS lovely 2011 session, I spotted one of nature's most beautiful and graceful creatures...and was lucky enough to grab a shot of it. I hope you enjoy it too. :)

Be looking for more from this session...it was beautiful!!! :)

sigh

2012-02-01T08:09:00.000-08:00

Yet another of my all time favorite shots. The connection between this family is amazing.

Sweet happy boy!

2012-01-31T17:27:00.000-08:00

What a fabulous time I had with this sweet boy this weekend! He is truly one of the happiest little fellas I have ever met! I had the absolute honor of taking this little man's photos when he was brand new, and now again for his first birthday photos. We had so much fun! He even got to smash a cupcake or two!

Flow ;)

2012-01-31T08:05:00.000-08:00

Today's 2011 spotlight is actually a series of photos. I looooove the story that a series of photos is able to tell. My friend and fellow SAH/WAH mama is kind enough to do yearly swaps with me...she is my guru of graphic design and I happily take her family's photos at the beach each summer. (I hope to continue this trend every year!!!) I love these photos of Rebecca and her girls. They are a close and playful bunch...as you will see!!!

Be looking for more of this super fun family....they let me do whatever I want...so naturally, I have LOTS of faves! ;)

HERE is another fun series I blogged earlier this year. Enjoy!

Fun Favorite

2012-01-30T13:02:00.000-08:00

I love love love it when families bring their pets to their sessions! This is definitely one of my favorites from 2011!

Friday Fave!

2012-01-27T07:23:00.000-08:00

Another one of my very favorite shots from 2011. This family also happens to be personal friends of ours...so I always enjoy taking their photos!

This was taken at what is probably my very favorite place to shoot, the Howard County Conservancy. I love it there!


I love how natural and joyful she looks in this photo. Little ones don't always have to be perfectly posed and looking right at the camera to get the best shot!

Another fave from 2011

2012-01-26T06:48:00.000-08:00

I love love love this shot. The feet, the action, and the pup. I want a shot of my family like this!!! :)

Favorite of 2011

2012-01-25T07:35:00.000-08:00

Winter weather is upon us (most days) and that means fewer photo sessions than usual. Although it is perfectly timed, right after the busiest time, I do miss showing my wonderful clients' beautiful photos! To remedy that, I am now going to share some of my favorites form 2011. Ones that didn't make the blog or Facebook. Ones that maybe aren't the family's favorites...just my personal favorites.

Today's image was the first one that popped into my mind when I thought of doing this series. This photo is one of my favorites EVER.

Sweet Savannah!

2012-01-24T07:31:00.000-08:00

I am soo lucky! I get to photograph this little lady every month! Her newborn photos are some of my favorite photos EVER. You can see them HERE. And her holiday photos HERE. LOVE them. LOVE her!

Mother and son

2011-12-13T18:13:00.000-08:00

There is nothing quite like the bond between a mother and her son...I had the pleasure of getting to know this duo as we strolled around Historic Ellicott City. I can only hope to have the same kind of relationship with my little guy when he is 6!!! :)

Please click on the image to see full size...and much more clearly!!!

Oh Christmas Tree...

2011-12-12T06:37:00.001-08:00

These little ones were soooo excited to show me their tree! We had a ball playing and taking pictures all around it!

Christmastime on Main Street

2011-12-12T06:19:00.000-08:00

I had a the absolutely wonderful experience of reconnecting with a college pal to photograph her beautiful family this weekend. Her girls were sooo amazing to be with...they made my job VERY easy!!

I seriously love this little guy!

2011-12-05T17:31:00.001-08:00

Meet Mr. J! He is truly one of the sweetest happiest little guys I have ever met! He always has a smile on his face and is always ready to play! I feel like I have known him and his mom forever!

My little Ryleigh

2011-11-28T20:06:00.001-08:00

Such a perfect fit...

What a gift!

2011-11-27T11:05:00.001-08:00

This mom and dad are certainly lucky this year! They received the best gift anyone could ever hope for!

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Auction

2011-11-27T10:27:00.001-08:00

It's that time again! I am so thankful that I am able to participate in my beautiful niece's school auction. Here is the sign I created for my donation.

Personal

2011-11-25T09:52:00.001-08:00

My baby boy turned 4 last week...

Glow

2011-11-22T10:34:00.001-08:00

One of my dearest friends is expecting her first little baby. I couldn't have been happier when they asked me to take some maternity photos so they remember this special time. :)

Sisters

2011-11-22T09:34:00.001-08:00

I love a family with sisters. I am amazingly close to my sister, so when I see two little girls in the same family, I just love it! In fact, without my sister, I wouldn't even know this beautiful family!! :)

Vendor spotlight: Rebecca Weigle Design, day 3

2011-11-18T09:35:00.001-08:00

So sad. This is the last day of my Rebecca Weigle Design vendor spotlight series. In case you can't tell, I am in LOVE with her designs. Please send me an email if you would like to use one of these exclusive designs for your holiday cards this year!

Beautiful family!

2011-11-17T10:18:00.001-08:00

I love this family. Love love love. They were the first family that I ever did. WAYYYYY back when I had just received my camera. Last year, they had a life changing and extraordinarily terrifying experience. They had a house fire. Luckily, no one was harmed, but they lost a lot. I am no cook, am not a builder of any kind, can't pour concrete...so when I was moved by their story to do something to "help"...all I could think of was this. To give them new family photos...to replace those lost forever. I had a blast doing them too!!! Here is just one...

Vendor Spotlight: Rebecca Weigle Design, Day 2

2011-11-17T06:26:00.001-08:00

As I said, Rebecca Weigle is an amazingly talented designer. I am just thrilled to be offering these designs to my wonderful clients! You will not find these anywhere else...please let me know if you are interested in learning more about them!

Day 2's designs are GORGEOUS...see for yourself.

Good friends

2011-11-15T20:08:00.001-08:00

I love love love when I get to play with my dear friends' kiddos. These lovely ladies also happen to be our very close family friends. Their mom and dad have been a part of my life for over 12 years! We have been through a lot together and I am more than honored to be asked to take their photos!

sigh

2011-11-15T18:44:00.001-08:00

One of my oldest and dearest friends. We met in first grade, and then she moved 3 doors down. If you are counting, that means we have been friends for 31 years. Yikes. But I wouldn't have it any other way.

Happy. No other words needed.

Vendor Spotlight!! Rebecca Weigle Design

2011-11-15T17:19:00.001-08:00

I am soooooo excited to share this with all of you! I am exclusively working with Rebecca Weigle of Rebecca Weigle Design for my holiday cards this year. OF course you are free to get your cards where ever you like...but I can guarantee you won't find ANY this good. And I mean GOOD. Rebecca is a creative superstar. :)

I am going to reveal these amazing designs in batches, so they get the full attention they deserve. :)
If you see anything you like, let me know and I will provide the info you need!

Here is batch number 1. ENJOY!

Sweet S

2011-11-15T12:36:00.001-08:00

I have had the pleasure of knowing this little lady since she was brand new. I have certainly enjoyed watching her grow up so far...and look forward to all the years to come!!

Oh, these boys...

2011-11-15T07:26:00.001-08:00

What fun I had with these two guys at Federal Hill park. Their mom and I are OLD friends and it was such a pleasure to reunite! Her boys are not only adorable, but they are super sweet too!

My dear friends!

2011-11-15T07:08:00.001-08:00

I am in love with these photos of some of my dearest friends! :) These were shot in Historic Ellicott City...there are so many fantastic secret places to find there!

The Q Family

2011-11-15T06:53:00.001-08:00

I have only known this family for about a year, but I feel like we have been friends for much longer! I am so honored to take their photos again and again. This session was so effortless and fun!

Jilly's family!

2011-11-14T12:34:00.001-08:00

One of my closest and dearest friends and her lovely family!

The Girls!

2011-11-11T12:25:00.001-08:00

What fun I had on the beach with this group of girls! They are cousins...growing up together....happy. And introducing the newest addition...an 8 week old pup. *sigh*

One of my favorite families!

2011-11-11T11:22:00.001-08:00

Every time I get to play with this family, they get more and more lovely! I can't wait to see what their cards turn out to look like!

My dear friend...

2011-11-10T19:43:00.001-08:00

...Jill, this one's for you!

family connections

2011-11-09T11:39:00.000-08:00

I love love love it when a family lets themselves have a little fun when they are hanging out with me. This family had such a natural presence in front of the camera...and it shows!! I can only imagine how much fun they have together when I am not around! ;)

Dance...

2011-11-01T15:30:00.001-07:00

...like no one is watching.

First Snowfall Special!!

2011-10-28T07:46:00.001-07:00

In a row

2011-10-26T07:33:00.000-07:00

Some photos are best when viewed in a series. This amazingly fun family and I had a blast with these! I may or may not have been tackled several times right after this!!!

Please click on the image to see even larger!!

Little Miss K is 1!!!

2011-10-25T19:34:00.000-07:00

Who says?

2011-10-25T07:40:00.001-07:00

Who says you can't do a session on the beach in October?! ;)

Super Cute Card!

2011-10-25T05:56:00.001-07:00

If I do say so myself! I whipped this up in just a few minutes. Super simple, easy, and cute!

E the magnificent

2011-10-24T17:22:00.000-07:00

I made a new friend this weekend...she may even be my new BEST friend. ;) Meet the magnificent Miss E.

gorgeous

2011-10-24T15:59:00.001-07:00

More Minis!

2011-10-23T10:42:00.000-07:00

Just a quick peek at some of the allstars from this weekend's sessions!!!

A beautiful girl and a beautiful evening...

2011-10-22T06:36:00.000-07:00

Meet Miss R. She is a senior this year, and is a stunner already. She is beautiful inside and out. Oh the places she will go!

Fall Minis Weekend

2011-10-18T11:23:00.001-07:00

I can't post full blog previews for these families...I wouldn't want to spoil the surprise of their cards! BUT, I had to share a quick peek at the cuties I got to play with this weekend!

Mini Session Additional Print Info

2011-10-18T07:29:00.000-07:00

Hello Mini-Session friends! With your paid session fee, you will receive ONE digital file that you can use to make your own prints, holiday card, etc. You will also receive a 5x7 of that image printed on archival quality photo paper for you to display in your home or give as a gift!

If you would like to purchase additional prints OR a CD of your whole collection, here is the price list:

Holiday Session Details!

2011-10-13T06:25:00.000-07:00

For my wonderful clients who have booked a mini session!

Abby is two!!

2011-10-12T07:56:00.000-07:00

I love this little lady...I can't believe she is 2!!!

Fall families have begun!

2011-10-11T17:36:00.000-07:00

I can't get enough of these gorrrrgeous families!

Backyard cuties!

2011-10-05T09:52:00.000-07:00

These little ladies are already lifelong friends and coordinating their outfits. ;) I took these photos at 5:30pm in my neighbor's backyard. Proof that you don't have to have a super special location to have beautiful light and photos. I am LOVING this fall evening light lately!

Can you tell I love playing with cards?

2011-10-01T12:34:00.000-07:00

Here is one that I designed. I love the idea of the whole photo being the card! Simple, festive, fun!

The adorable lace bunting in the corner is from the super duper talented artist from Vol25.

PLEASE check them out!

Such a cutie...

2011-09-30T10:42:00.000-07:00

...isn't she?!

Another SUPER fun card!

2011-09-30T10:12:00.000-07:00

This was created by the amazing talent over at Vol25. Click HERE to pay a visit!

Last year's all stars!

2011-09-28T07:55:00.000-07:00

I love love love these cards from last year!!!

Every design you see here was created by the amazingly talented Rebecca Weigle.

Please email me for her contact info!

Holiday Mini Sessions!!!

2011-09-27T18:12:00.001-07:00

a touch of sun

2011-09-20T10:22:00.000-07:00

There is a breathtakingly beautiful collection of photos over at I Heart Faces for this week's challenge. I love love love this photo for so many reasons...I thought I would post it there too!

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Backlit...beautifully

2011-09-12T16:57:00.000-07:00

The lovely Paige...trying to hear the ocean.

Click the button to take a trip to the amazing rocktheshotforum.com to see so many more beautifully backlit photos!

Beach babies!

2011-08-24T07:22:00.001-07:00

How adorable are these littles!?

Birthday girls

2011-08-23T06:49:00.000-07:00

I have known these sweet sisters since each was just a baby! It has been such a joy to watch them grow. They both recently celebrated birthdays, so we got together to celebrate!

Laughter

2011-08-11T20:07:00.000-07:00

Laughter. That is the word that pops into my mind when looking at the photos of this amazing family. They all love to laugh...and it shows. :)

Girls girls girls!

2011-08-10T10:57:00.000-07:00

I had the amazing pleasure of meeting this awesome family of lovely ladies! Oh, and their parents and grandparents too. ;) Despite intense heat and the onset of illnesses, we got some beautiful shots!

click to see even bigger!

Lovely

2011-07-31T13:17:00.000-07:00

Meet the proud and happy mama-and-papa-to-be! We had a lovely time at Patapsco State Park yesterday, with breathtaking views and beautiful sunlight. I can't wait to meet the little one!!

My Three Sons

2011-07-15T09:33:00.000-07:00

WOW! I had the ultimate pleasure of playing with this amazing family of five. One lovely couple and their three boys! I can't say enough how wonderfully behaved, excited, and super sweet these boys were the whole time we were together. I had an absolute blast!

The S Family

2011-07-06T10:14:00.000-07:00

To pose or not to pose? That is a question I hear a lot when I spend time taking photos of the wonderful families I meet. My answer is always the same...BOTH!

The S family illustrates this perfectly. Here is a quick peek at two of their photos:

Addison is one!

2011-06-07T17:51:00.001-07:00

...and she showed me!!!

Sisters

2011-06-07T17:32:00.000-07:00

These two beautiful little girls are already speaking a language all their own. As one of two sisters, I can't help but get a warm heart seeing them together. :)

Favorite.

2011-06-02T11:20:00.000-07:00

Favorite is SUCH a strong word. Nonetheless, today...these are my favorite. :)

please click to see more clearly :)

New in town

2011-05-31T19:39:00.000-07:00

This adorable family is new to Howard County. I was lucky enough to be the one to take their latest family portraits! We had a lovely (albeit wet) time at the Howard County Conservancy last weekend. Here is a peek!

Beautiful

2011-05-25T09:51:00.000-07:00

The word beautiful just about sums it up! The family, the bridge, the water...just beautiful! This amazing family was the winning bidder of my very first auction. We had so much fun together, I hated to see it end!

Click to see the collage larger! :)

Fun day at the park!

2011-05-23T19:37:00.000-07:00

I had the absolute pleasure of hanging out with this little guy and his amazing mom! I can't to finish the rest!

Sweet Baby S

2011-05-10T11:21:00.000-07:00

The day couldn't have been more perfect. Beautiful light, warm temperatures, lovely surroundings, and one of the most loving families I have ever met. :) Meet sweet baby S and her loving parents.

{click on images to see them full size}

Two perfect boys...

2011-05-06T19:41:00.000-07:00

I had an amazingly fun time with these two little guys! We were very quickly old friends and I got to play a lot more than "work"...which is always a good thing. :)

{click on the photos to see them in all their splendor ;))

Little Miss J

2011-05-01T11:58:00.000-07:00

I had such a fun time with the U family today! Little Miss J couldn't have been more smiley and adorable! It was hard to pick just one to put up today...so I put two!!!

mr. and mrs. to be

2011-04-05T18:47:00.000-07:00

Amanda and Buck are all set to be married in the islands very soon...and I was lucky enough to hang out with them and take a few engagement photos! We had a great time at one of my very favorite places to be...the Howard County Conservancy. The sun stayed hidden, but the warmth of this super happy couple was more than enough!

sweet addie

2011-03-13T18:27:00.001-07:00

I can't believe it! Addison is 9 months already! We had a lovely playdate and I was able to snap a few 9 month shots of the little lady. Here is a favorite.

Sweet Austin

2011-02-27T18:54:00.000-08:00

Meet Austin...one of the most pleasant, adorable, laid back, and precious babies I have ever seen!

(click on the images to see them larger)

Taking a snooze on Daddy's football

Thank you for having me come out today S family!

The details...

2011-01-31T10:09:00.000-08:00

Here is just a glimpse of the beautiful and well-planned details of Natalie and Adam's beautiful wedding...

Natalie's Wedding

2011-01-13T19:47:00.002-08:00

Just a few from my first wedding!
Enjoy!

Beautiful baby

2010-12-20T19:16:00.000-08:00

I have had the pleasure of meeting and photographing A LOT of babies. This little angel is seriously one of the most beautiful babies I have ever seen. I could have taken her photo all day. Here big brother was super adorable too!! :)

Christmas Lights

2010-12-19T14:14:00.000-08:00

I loooove how Christmas lights look in the background of photos...and how cute is this little guy!?

Happy Family!

2010-12-13T20:01:00.000-08:00

My dear neighbors have gone from a family of three to a family of four!

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-09T18:46:00.000-08:00

Christmas is coming!!! And so are the wonderful holiday cards of all or our friends and family. I had a blast playing with this family with the hopes of capturing something just right for their holiday card. Here is just a little taste...

Main Street

2010-11-30T10:33:00.001-08:00

Main Street in Historic Ellicott City is a BEAUTIFUL place to do an urban photoshoot. When my friends asked me to do their shoot there, I was so excited!!! We had a blast and their little girls was ADORABLE. I can't wait until after the holidays so I can post the photo that made it to their Christmas card...but I don't want to spoil the surprise!

My first auction!

2010-11-29T08:09:00.000-08:00

I am so excited to announce that I will be a part of an auction to benefit my niece's elementary school! As a former teacher, it is such a thrill to be able to help out something and someone so near and dear to my heart!

Old friends

2010-11-26T10:01:00.000-08:00

Although I had only just met this family, I left the session feeling like we were old friends! We had a blast and I can't wait to hang out with them again. :) Can you BELIEVE this mama doesn't think she is photogenic?!

The Other Side...

2010-11-22T19:36:00.000-08:00

I am one lucky lady. A fantastic local photographer, Crissie Traugott, and I did a "swap." Not only was I lucky enough to have her take my family's photos, but I was lucky enough to meet and photograph her absolutely adorable family! Here is just a taste of what I mean...

The K Family

2010-11-22T18:13:00.001-08:00

I had the pleasure of driving to beautiful Washington DC to meet the K family. We had the most gorgeous day...and this little charmer was an absolute joy to be with!

Sweet Addie

2010-11-11T19:07:00.001-08:00

Beautiful!

2010-11-10T19:04:00.001-08:00

Meet the H family...seriously one of the most beautiful families I have ever seen in real life! They didn't take a bad photo!

Quiet Waters

2010-11-07T13:48:00.001-08:00

I was lucky enough to go back to Quiet Waters Park today to meet this beautiful family! These girls made my job VERY easy today. We had a blast!

Wow.

2010-11-04T19:18:00.001-07:00

Happy Family

2010-11-04T12:44:00.000-07:00

I first met this family when Elle was just a baby! Now she is a big sister to her adorable new baby sister, Sophie! It was such a pleasure to be with this family again!

How about another...

2010-11-03T15:19:00.001-07:00

Just one...

2010-11-03T13:08:00.001-07:00

...for now. :)

Big Sister to be!!!

2010-10-28T17:15:00.000-07:00

This little angel is about to become a BIG sister!

Such an amazing honor to be a part of this exciting time!

sigh

2010-10-26T18:30:00.000-07:00

This is the family of a DEAR friend of mine...and I just love being able to document the boys growing up! They are adorable!!!

Family fun!

2010-10-26T14:02:00.000-07:00

After spending only a few moments with this amazing family, I could tell that they love to have fun together. We all laughed the whole time! This is just a small sample of what's to come!

Simply gorgeous...

2010-10-25T18:12:00.000-07:00

...inside and out. The perfect words to describe this amazing little girl. I had the honor of photographer her last year, and was thrilled to be asked to do it again. This is just a sneak peek at what's to come. Good luck choosing mom and dad!! ;)

Sweet Max

2010-10-19T20:15:00.000-07:00

This little man is a natural in front of the camera! He is always smiling!

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glow

beauty

*sigh*

Sweet happy boy!

Flow ;)

Fun Favorite

Friday Fave!

Another fave from 2011

Favorite of 2011

Sweet Savannah!

Mother and son

Oh Christmas Tree...

Christmastime on Main Street

I seriously love this little guy!

My little Ryleigh

What a gift!

Auction

Personal

Glow

Sisters

Vendor spotlight: Rebecca Weigle Design, day 3

Beautiful family!

Vendor Spotlight: Rebecca Weigle Design, Day 2

Good friends

*sigh*

One of my oldest and dearest friends. We met in first grade, and then she moved 3 doors down. If you are counting, that means we have been friends for 31 years. Yikes. But I wouldn't have it any other way.

Happy. No other words needed.

Vendor Spotlight!! *Rebecca Weigle Design*

Sweet S

Oh, these boys...

My dear friends!

The Q Family

Jilly's family!

The Girls!

One of my favorite families!

My dear friend...

family connections

Dance...

First Snowfall Special!!

In a row

Little Miss K is 1!!!

Who says?

Super Cute Card!

E the magnificent

gorgeous

More Minis!

A beautiful girl and a beautiful evening...

Fall Minis Weekend

Mini Session Additional Print Info

Holiday Session Details!

Abby is two!!

Fall families have begun!

Backyard cuties!

Can you tell I love playing with cards?

Such a cutie...

Another SUPER fun card!

Last year's all stars!

Holiday Mini Sessions!!!

a touch of sun

Backlit...beautifully

Beach babies!

Birthday girls

Laughter

Girls girls girls!

Lovely

My Three Sons

The S Family

Addison is one!

Sisters

Favorite.

New in town

Beautiful

Fun day at the park!

Sweet Baby S

Two perfect boys...

Little Miss J

mr. and mrs. to be

sweet addie

Sweet Austin

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Vendor Spotlight!! Rebecca Weigle Design

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