Taken at a recent Fall Photo Shoot. This adorable family (both inside and out) arrived on time for their photo shoot. The family was so beautiful, including the darling daughter…..Too much fun. I loved her choice in wardrobe as layers add great texture and depth to the photos. Her scarf was so cute, I just had to go out and buy one for myself. Great choice!
These boys were such troopers. Each outdoor photo shoot requires planning for the optimal conditions. In this case, we were trying for late afternoon sun, no wind, and not scorching hot. It all came together however, one hazard presented itself. There were mosquitos everywhere. These little guys were so great. They did there best to ignore the mosquitos and to proceed with the unruly conditions. Quite frankly if I were them, I would have gone on strike. But, they perservered and we got some great shots. Maybe the ice cream they were promised after the shoot had something to do with it!! Yes, if you were wondering, I did photoshop out the mosquitos. Thanks kids for doing such a great job.
I was thrilled to learn today that one of my photographs was selected for cover of the May 2009 issue of “Me: In Focus” magazine. Congratulations to Marla and Rachel the wonderful duo pictured on the cover. Their amazing Mondel Bread is a big hit. I did all the photography for their website (www.marlasmondels.com). To learn more about them and their terrific products check out the article at www.meinfocusmag.com.
What do eight beautiful fashion models and over two hundred amazing women have in common? They all came out to support the Maryville Crisis Nursery at Sunset Ridge Country Club in Northfield, today. A great time was had by all at the fourth annual Shower of Hope for Maryville Academy’s Crisis Nursery. This year’s event featured a fabulous marketplace, terrific speakers, and an outstanding fashion show by neapolitan ®.
To see the photos please do the following.
1) Go to www.AllyGruener.com
2) Enter the Portraits Side of the Website (Click on the photo of the girl)
3) Click on the Proofing Tab. (found at the top of the page)
4) Type in the Password “Maryville”.
A great time was had by all last night at the BJWC (Barrington Junior Women’s Club) spring fundraising event. This fantastic event was held to raise funds for WINGS (Women In Need Growing Stronger) and the Cynthia L. Bischof Memorial Foundation. Hundreds of local businesses including yours truly donated their time and/or services to ensure a successful evening filled with fun, camaraderie and fundraising. I pitched in by taking photographs of the event.
To see the photos please do the following.
1) Go to www.AllyGruener.com
2) Enter the Portraits Side of the Website (Click on the photo of the girl)
3) Click on the Proofing Tab. (found at the top of the page)
4) Type in the Password “BJWC”.
I hope you enjoy the photos as much as I enjoyed capturing them. Congratulations to BJWC for another successful event!!
Yesterday was President’s day so the kids had the day off. I decided I too would put the camera down for the day. I tried my best to stay away from the computer and the phone and the camera. Just tried to concentrate on having fun with the kids. Wouldn’t you know it, this little charmer said “Please Mrs. Gruener take my picture please.” How could I resist?
While Barack was having Tea with the Queen, I had the pleasure of photographing this adorable Princess. Too much fun!!
“Once is Nice, but Twice is All The Butter, eh, Better…” from Jennie and Vera’s Cookies. Yes, I am very excited to share the news that Jennie and Vera’s Cookies made it to stardom once again!! Having just been at the Emmy’s ® and the Grammy’s ® Jennie and Vera’s Cookies are back at the Rachel Ray Show. What a whirlwind tour for these amazing cookies. The Jen Ultimate Oatmeal Cherry Cookie was featured for a SECOND TIME on Wednesday, April 1, on The Rachael Ray Show! Don’t miss your chance to order these great cookies…just visit Jennie and Vera’s Cookies for the ultimate cookie experience. Oh, and BTW if you were wondering who takes the photos of the cookies…yours truly. I’m proud to be the photographer for Jennie and Vera’s Cookies.
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