Fitness is fun again!

So, many of you know that I have become kind of a fitness junkie. I blame CrossFit Hillsboro. Owners/Trainers Chuck and Shelly Gonzales gave me the opprotunity to capture 'a day in the life' at their studio for their upcoming new website. Since having started CrossFit back in August, not only am I healthier, more fit, and can fit into those jeans that I never dreamed I would ever wear, I feel so much more enthusiastic about life in general. The intense/grueling, yet gratifying workouts make the rest of the day to day challenges seem achievable (and they are).  My thanks to Chuck, Shelly, Mike, Chantal, Lindsay and the rest of 'the cult'. You guys are amazing.

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Brotherly Love

My thanks to Dylan and Aidan for such a fun photo session earlier this month :)

Also, Merry Christmas to all my clients and blog readers, and a happy and healthy 2010!

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And the winner is....

Louise!  Congrats on winning the $35 gift card to Mpix!  

Thanks to everyone who entered!  Stay tuned -- I'll be running another fun give-away for Valentine's Day.

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Holiday Give-Away

In the spirit of the holidays, I'm giving away a $35 gift credit to Mpix.com -- a great website for professional/high quality photo prints and products. Here's a list of some of the many items you can get:  a 5x5 custom hard cover photo book, prints, standouts, framed prints, calendars, puzzles, posters, magnets... the list goes on! Check out some fun gift ideas HERE.

For your chance to win, please write a comment below (1 entry per person, please) Also, this give-away is not limited just to clients, but to ANYONE.  Pass it on and GOOD LUCK!

The winner will be announced Monday (12/14) at 8am PT.

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The Bailey Family

The past month I've been quite busy with family portrait sessions with the holidays just around the corner. I'm so happy to have worked with The Bailey Family and their adorable children -- a very picturesque family indeed! The Bailey's, like most of my clients, were referrals from previous clients I have had. I would not be doing what I do if it weren't for my valued clients and appreciated referrals -- THANK YOU!

And, a special thanks to the Bailey's -- I'm looking forward to working with you again soon! :)

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Noah

This is Noah -- he is a 18 months old.  Unlike my 18 month-old daughter, Noah loves to run around outside, find sticks, and play in the dirt (maybe this is just a boy thing?)  Noah keeps his parents and dog busy, with smiles on their faces.  Noah's toy collection includes such classics as the fisher-price record player, old school Sesame Street characters, and other toys that I once had many years ago (and was tempted to play with).  My thanks to the Ramer family for such a pleasant day of picture-taking -- your little guy is pretty cute :)

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Baby, it's cold outside!

A HUGE 'thank-you' to all of the beautiful and fun ladies who joined Laura of elle images and I for our 1st annual Boudoir @ The Nines this past weekend.  While the temperatures were dropping outside, things were heating up in room #1052.  2 bottles of champagne, 8 amazing clients, 1000+ digital negatives -- too much fun!

Laura and I will most likely be offering a similar package for Valentine's Day 2010.  If you're interested in booking your own private boudoir session party with some of your girlfriends, please contact me.  

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Cousins!

Meet the Gowing/Buerkle cousins -- a very fun group.  Our session took place at Lewisville Park in Battleground, WA.  Good thing we had umbrellas (and I had a ziplock bag to cover my camera with)!  The rain eventually tapered off and we were able to explore this beautiful area for some good shots.  I highly recommend Lewisville Park -- beautiful scenery, picnic areas, trails, creeks, bridges -- a nice representation of the Pacific Northwest.  My thanks to the Gowing and Buerkle families, and Happy Holidays, too! 

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Baby O!

Meet Baby Owen, aka "Baby O". Owen was born last month, on the first day of Becky's maternity leave (good timing, Owen!) Becky and Mark couldn't be more thrilled to be parents; and both are natural pros when it comes to parenting. Long story short, I know Becky through my former employer, and she is one of the kindest and most warm-hearted people I know. She is an amazing mother, and it's remarkable to finally meet Owen after 9 months. Congratulations Mark and Becky! And, just for you... Go Hokies!

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Outside 'the box'

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It's always weird seeing my workout girls outside of the gym and in 'real' clothes (also weird to see them in natural daylight, considering our workouts start at 5am).  This past week I had the pleasure of meeting up with the Graham and Smith Family for some fun holiday family shots. Sessions took place in Beaverton and Cornelius Pass Roadhouse.  Thanks, Dawna and Shawn (& Drew, Dylan, Brent, Skyler and Phil!)  You clean up nice (both in appearance and in WODs).

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Just in time for the holidays

Not sure what to give this year?  Julie Flood Photography can help.  Gift cards are available in any desired amount that meets your budget. Why not give them a fun, long-lasting gift that will be treasured over the years? To purchase, please email me directly at juliefloodphoto.gmail.com

Thanks, and happy holidays!

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The Zoo

After a photo session today, my family and I took a spontaneous trip to the Oregon Zoo.  Tip:  Go to the zoo on a Sunday, an hour or so before closing, no one is there -- and all the animals are out.  Here's some fun shots I got today; very impressed with the new Predators exhibit! My daughter liked any exhibit featuring water.  I myself like the orangutans.  What's your favorite?

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The Spice Girls

Meet the 'Original' Spice Girls of Ritual Hair Design -- Shawn, Javaise, Lisa, Renee' and Whitney. These photos were taken for their Halloween newsletter. My thanks again to these special ladies for their awesome talent with a pair of scissors, color and hot wax. Also, thanks for featuring my work during the months of September and October. Looking for a fun and modern salon minus the attitude and drive downtown? Check out Ritual!

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Boudoir @ The Nines -- Now Booking

Please email me to book your slot -- juliefloodphoto@gmail.com

juliefloodphotography with elle images

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What a wonderful world ~

Kids are the best -- really, they are.  I didn't really quite 'get it' until I had my own.  The Nemer children were a delight to work with today.  Sandy, their mom, is so relaxed and easy going around them that they were just that -- thus making my job an easy one.  This last shot posted here is perhaps my favorite photo I've taken thus far.  While it may appear to be 'chaotic' to some, it takes being a mom to know that, indeed, all is right with the world.  Thank you, Nemer Family, for making my Tuesday morning an enjoyable one!  

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