Melinda Holland Photography

03/28/2011

Harrison, 2 Months

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Donny & Irene’s newest addition!

Look at this lil’ bug! He was so chubby I just wanted to pinch him–but not really–because that would hurt. The ring photos were a bit of a challenge because he no longer wanted to sleep and was actually awake, flailing around. It’s a wonder that any of the ring photos came out. And I love that curly-cue of a cow lick near his forehead. Sooo unique & cute.

Then, lastly, a pic of Donny & Irene just outside their home. Lovebirds.

Click on the thumbnails below for a lightbox gallery.

01/05/2011

Matt & Josie Minikus, Nov 2010

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Minikus 9up previewI’m doing my best to post all the photos from past shoots that have been waiting in the wings for months. The entire Minikus shoot was a blessing. God totally blessed us with an amazing space to photograph in for a ridiculously low day rate. Like, lowww….like cheap fast food meal low. There’s no other way to explain how everything fell into place but by the love and goodness of God. Also, huge gratitude to Lance Alvarez. He’s the man with the keys to this awesome space; our amazing gateway. He was our in. Lance is a great guy. He took care of us and I highly recommend him for all your real estate needs in California’s Gold Country. Check out his profile here and send some business his way!

I hope to get a flash gallery up soon with more photos from the Minikus’s shoot. Until then, check out Matt & Josie’s music here.

Hannah, 10/18/10

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These were shot back in mid-October. Whew!

The first shot is my favorite. There’s something about it. I really enjoy looking at it. I like her expression, I like the light, I like how she’s off-kilter with a bunch of negative space above her head. I just like it.Hannah looking down with smileThe shoot was really chill, laid-back and free-flowing. We played with colors and outfits. Half reality and half colorful whimsy. I let her run with whatever props she suggested: toy guns, real knives, fake jewels…   …well, maybe I didn’t let her run with the knife…

Hannah with toy gunHannah, gun barrelHannah at window, panoHannah at window, diptychHannah in blackHannah with knife, jewel, diptych

…and then some personal work for me. She was such a great sport to oblige with this idea I’d had bouncing around in my head for awhile that was just for her.Hannah, Heavy BaggageHannah’s lived through some crazy life experiences and it’s resulted in some baggage. Oh the stories we have from what life has thrown our way…

Nevertheless, she’s making it through and has a sweet heart. She’s smart and is a talented writer. I’m looking forward to seeing what she becomes in the future.

11/23/2010

Amariah 11/09/10

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Amariah (mossy tree)Amariah clowning around with messy hair

11/09/2010

Alijah & Amariah – Fall Portraits

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It’s been about six and a half months since I first photographed Alijah & Amariah and they already look older!Alijah, diptych, green leavesAlijah, full body & happy expressionAlijah, diptych (cheekbones)Amariah, diptychWhite Girls, Candid (Amariah)White Girls - Candid (Alijah)White Girls, Vertical PortraitWhite Girls, diptych with silly photo

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