Erin Hughes Photography

Winter Wonderland Photo Shoot

2011-11-14T12:19:00.000-08:00

Join us at the St. Mark’s Holiday Boutique on November 22nd

HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE hours are 1:00pm - 8:00pm

Photo sessions will start early, from 10:00am - 8:00PM

YOUR WINTER WONDERLAND SESSION INCLUDES:

15 MIN. SESSION

3-5 DIFFERENT POSES

UP TO 5 HIGH RESOLUTION IMAGE FILES ON CD

(UPLOAD THESE FILES TO YOUR FAVORITE WEBSITE AND/OR PRINT LAB FOR

THE PERFECT HOLIDAY PHOTO CARD)

$55

100% of the proceeds go to St. Mark’s Church,

School and Preschool

Email Erin Hughes at: winterphoto2011@gmail.com to book your appointment time.

Please provide at least 3 differnt time slots to ensure

you will receive an appt. time you would like.

A master sign up sheet can be seen at:

erinhughesphotography.blogspot.com

(Appointment times are booked in 15 min increments and please note that the last session of the day will be at 7:30pm in order to allow for late appointments and cleanup).

Signup Sheet:

Name: Appointment Time:

1. 10:00am

2. 10:15am

3. 10:30am

4. 10:45am

5. 11:00am

6. 11:15am

7. 11:30am

8. 11:45am

9. 12:00 noon

10. 12:15pm

11. 12:30pm

12. 12:45pm

13. 12:45pm

14. 1:00pm

15. 1:15pm

16. 1:30pm Anna Berch

17. 1:45pm

18. 2:00pm

19. 2:15pm

20. 2:30pm

21. 2:45pm

22. 3:00pm

23. 3:15pm

24. 3:30pm

25. 3:45pm Denise Yoakum

26. 4:00pm

27. 4:15pm

28. 4:30pm

29. 5:00pm

30. 5:15pm

31. 5:30pm

32. 5:45pm

33. 5:45pm

34. 6:00pm C. Johnshoy-Currie

35. 6:15pm C. Johnshoy-Currie

36. 6:30pm

37. 6:45pm

38. 7:00pm Cindy Catt

39. 7:15pm

40. 7:30pm

41. 7:45pm Rai Family

Holiday Mini's are here!

2011-09-19T16:16:00.000-07:00

2011 {couch session} Holiday Mini's

I'm loving all the excitement I've been receiving after I recently posted some of these images on my Facebook fan page. It seems everyone loves this beautiful 'lil couch as much as I do. (I wish I could say it's mine, but I am borrowing it from a dear friend of mine). When I saw it, I just knew I had to have it for this year's Holiday Mini Sessions.
My clients from last year's mini's produced some amazing holiday photo cards and that got me thinking..... they sent out all of their holiday cards to family and friends from around the world, but how did they display those same images for themselves to enjoy? How many of us pull out our cell phones to show off a photo of our beautiful kids? More than likely, it's an image that was taken with the camera itself.

This year, I want to gift my clients with something that will show off their images in a way that's as special as the photos themselves. I'm personally designing a 3in. x 3 in. accordion book showcasing their top 5 favorite images from their session. It's the perfect size for a pocket or a purse. So the next time someone shows you a picture of their child on their cell phone, you can show off yours like no one else, in style.

Sessions include the following:

30 minute mini session (for up to 6 people)

Your top 5 favorite image files in high res

An online gallery to share your session with family and friends

A specially designed 3in. x 3in. mini accordion book filled with your selected 5 images

Cost: $185.00

A non-refundable $50.00 deposit is required immediately to reserve your date and time slot. This of course will be deducted from your balance, which is due the day of your session.

30 minutes is more than enough time to produce an amazing collection of images of your family. Please select an available time and date below. These will be updated daily to show which spots are left.

Sessions will take place in front of Bridges Auditorium at Pomona College in Claremont

Friday, Sept. 3oth:

4:30pm -

5:00pm - BOOKED - The Carter family

5:30pm -

6:00pm -

Sunday, Oct. 2nd:

9:00am -

9:30am -

10:00am -

4:00pm -

4:30pm -

5:00pm -

5:30pm - BOOKED - The Castro family

Saturday, Oct. 8th:

9:00am -

9:30am -

10:00am -

4:00pm -

5:00pm -

5:30pm -

Sunday, Oct, 9th:

9:00am - BOOKED - The Martin family

9:30am -

10:00am - BOOKED - The Silverman family

4:30pm - BOOKED - The McKenzie family

5:00pm -

5:30pm -

Saturday, Oct. 15th:

9:00am - BOOKED - The Parker family

9:30am - BOOKED - The Sandoval family

10:00am - BOOKED - The Connor family

4:30pm -

5:00pm - BOOKED - The Hale family

5:30pm - BOOKED - The Forbes family

Sunday, Oct. 16th:

9:00am - BOOKED - The Boyle family

9:30am - BOOKED - The Humphreys family

10:00am - BOOKED - The Frazier family

4:30pm - BOOKED - The Reyes family

5:00pm - BOOKED - The Burton family

5:30pm - BOOKED - The Dominguez family

Saturday, Oct. 22nd:

9:00am - BOOKED - The Guzman family

9:30am - BOOKED - The Rivera family

10:00am - BOOKED - The Ortiz family

4:30pm - BOOKED - The Romero family

5:00pm - BOOKED - The Rolando family

5:30pm - BOOKED - The Albert family

Sunday, Oct. 23rd:

9:00am - BOOKED - The Kalman Family

9:30am - BOOKED - The Park Family

10:00am - BOOKED - The Lahren family

10:30am BOOKED - The Antonelli family

4:30pm - BOOKED - The Humphreys family

5:00pm - BOOKED - The Rodrigues family

5:30pm - BOOKED - The Arellano family

Chris and Claudia

2011-05-30T19:41:00.000-07:00

From the moment I met Chris and Claudia, I just knew that we would be friends long after their wedding day came and went. Their sass, their spunk and their positive energy is so contagious and loved spending time with them on our shoots together. The love they share for one another is amazing and I wish it upon everyone in this world (yes, it is THAT special). Shooting their special evening was more like spending time with family and friends I knew all my life.

Chris and Claudia, I wish you a lifetime of what you already share together.... true love!

The traditions, the colors and the beauty of it all...

2011-05-23T23:25:00.000-07:00

It was such an honor being a part of this special occasion. I was so facinated with the traditions, the colors, and the beauty of it all. Both families were so gracious, taking the time to explain all the details to me. The food was out-of-this-world and wish I could cook like that for myself at home.
After the ceremony was through, I had so much fun shooting in the evening sun... but how can anyone take a bad photo of this gorgeous couple?

I just LOVE this photographer!

2011-04-23T13:59:00.001-07:00

Andee of Crave Photography is an amazingly talented woman and she's so generous when it comes to sharing her talents with all of us who adore her...... but even more so now!!! She is throwing a contest for an ALL EXPENSE PAID, 2-Day IN-PERSON workshop this summer. WOW, what a dream-ccome-true that would be!

Go to her blog to read all about it:
http://cravemyphotography.com/blog/

Take a guess... it could win you a free session!

2011-02-27T22:03:00.001-08:00

WOOHOO!!!!! I couldn't be more excited, everyone, I just received a passort for the very first time. I need it because I just booked my first destination wedding..... BUT, I'm not telling you where (just quite yet).

In celebration of this momentous occasion, I'm running a contest and there will be three, (yes, THREE) winners!

Winner #1: The "fan" who refered the most people to my "Erin Hughes Photography" Facebook Fan Page.
Winner #2: A newly introducced fan who posted on my fan page wall.
Winner # 3: The fan who guesses the correct destination of my wedding next month.

Here are the contest rules and details:

~ Become a fan of Erin Hughes Photography on Facebook.
~ Then post in your Facebook status, on Twitter, or on your own blog: “Become a fan of Erin Hughes Photography and tell her that I sent you. We could both win a free session!! (A $275 value)”
~ 2 winners (one for the fan with the most referrals and one for a brand new fan) will be randomly selected on Monday, March 31, 2011. Good luck everyone!

BONUS CONTEST:
I’ve just booked my VERY FIRST destination wedding! Want to know where? Post your guess on my fan page and every correct answer will be gathered together and one lucky winner will be picked to win a free one-hour session (a $275 value)! The wedding location and the lucky winner will be announced on Wednesday, March 9th at 10:00pm PST.

Who can resist Fabulous Stuff?

2010-10-28T02:21:00.000-07:00

Brace yourself ladies! It’s an amazing giveaway from Jens Fabulous Stuff!
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Are you sitting down? We have one of our best giveaways EVER and it is sponsored by the oh-so-amazing Jens Fabulous Stuff!

They are giving away TWO of their “Share the Love” packages! There is $677 worth of goodies in each of these amazing packages and I am blown away by their generosity! Love them!!!

Each package consists of:
Love Notes (Value $99) Electronic
Senior Posing Guide (Value $149) Electronic
Children Posing Guide (Value $149) Electronic
Barely There Actions Set (Value $99)
Fa La La Card Templates (Value $199)

This is one amazing giveaway for two extremely lucky ladies! To enter:

•become a fan of Moms With Cameras and Jens Fabulous Stuff on facebook (if you’re not a fan already).
•Then post on facebook, twitter, on a forum (following their rules, of course!) or your blog: “Jens Fabulous Stuff is giving away TWO ‘Share the Love’ Packages on www.moms-with-cameras.com!!”
•Then come back here and leave a comment on this post for each place your spread the word – up to three total!
•Want bonus points? Follow @MomsWithCameras on Twitter and tweet, “@JensFab is giving away 2 awesome packages on @MomsWithCameras!” and you can add one more comment for a total of 4 chances to win!
•2 winners (one for each collection) will be randomly selected on Monday, November 1, 2010. Good luck everyone!
If you haven’t visited jensfabulousstuff.com, make sure to head over there and check them out! Their team consists of the top contributors in the industry who all came together to provide you with educational material and programs to make you better at what you do. JensFabulousStuff.com was founded by Kate Thram and internationally renowned portrait artist, Jen Hillenga. Kate and Jen are co-owners of Momento Images, a small boutique studio located in Minnesota. Throughout their near six years in business, they have created hundreds of products to not only make portraits more amazing, but to create profit and ease workflow. They have also received countless awards. Out of this partnership came a FABULOUS resource for the portrait photographer, JensFabulousStuff.com. With the help of behind-the-scenes genius, they aim to make portrait photography profitable, fun, easy and FABULOUS!

In its second year, JensFabulousStuff.com aims to be the premier resource for the professional photographer. They offer an ever-growing line of high quality products created by some of the photographic industry’s most talented and creative designers and photographers. With new products by Jen and Jen’s Friends products added regularly, you will want to visit often!

Thank you so, so much to Jens Fabulous Stuff for this stellar giveaway!!!! Good luck everyone!

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2010-09-07T17:31:00.000-07:00

By popular demand, the "2010 Holiday Mini Sessions" are back!

All mini sessions will take place in the morning or early/late afternoon on the dates listed on the flyer. (For example, 9:00am - noon OR 3:00pm - end of available light). Locations for the sessions will be in Claremont (details of the exact location will be given in an email reminder to each client).

Bookings are made on good merit, no deposit is required. Payment is required in full at the time of the session. However, please note that availability is key to making sure everyone gets their opportunty to book their sessions. Therefore, cancelations within 24 hours of your appoitment time will be charged a $25 cancelation fee.

For each client, a private online gallery and personal password will be created. Utilize this gallery to make your decision on which 5 images you would like to have to create your holiday cards. If you can't narrow it down to just 5 photos, additional digital files can be purchased at $25.00 each.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

A Tribute to an AMAZING Husband, Father, Brother, and Friend

2010-07-03T10:13:00.000-07:00

For those of us who live in California, you know that it's been a very difficult month for the California Highway Patrol. The department has lost five officers in the period of 4 weeks. Two of them being dear, close friends of ours... Officer Phil Ortiz and Officer Tom Coleman.

While attending the funeral services of Tom, I realized we had a lesson forced upon us. A lesson that taught us that life is too precious to take for granted. We need to love and cherrish every moment between us and all of the people near and dear to our hearts. Three people near and dear to mine are Tom's wife and two children. Her strength through this time of tragedy is a constant light that brightens my day.

God bless every law enforcement officer that puts their lives on the line to defend and protect us.

Class of 2010 RULES!!!!

2010-05-25T08:13:00.000-07:00

CONGRATULATIONS Angela!!! I've worked with your dad for over 16 years and I can only imagine how proud he and your mother are of you. I think of my kids as you were standing there in your cap and gown... only hoping they're as beautiful as you are. (I just hope I survive
between now and then... 14 years is a long time).

Busy Bee

2010-05-13T08:10:00.000-07:00

It's been a crazy, busy several months and I can't believe how long it's been since my last blog post. As any parent knows, having children is a job in itself. My 4-year-old and my 18-month-old have been keeping me on my toes, but that's nothing compared to having two children AND trying to sell our home. I didn't give it much thought when we were getting the house ready to put up on the market, but MY GOODNESS! I'm in Chaosville trying to keep the house clean every minute of the day with the two kids, our two Black Labs (and the Photog business at night from 10pm-4am).

I just wanted to share with you some of the families and friends that have given me the opportunity to escape my everyday world of chaos and into my love of photography every night. Without you, I don't know what I'd do. :)

2010-01-30T13:06:00.000-08:00

I've been having so much fun lately, I haven't even had the time to sit down and add to my blog. It's the season of love and I want to thank all the girls who booked their Boudoir sessions. I just know your men are going to be blown away by what they see.

I'm taking a few minutes away from my house cleaning to post a few photo of some recent outings I've been on. Some are of the family and some are from time spent with my clients. I'm having a wonderful January so far (and it's almost over), and I hope all of you are, too.

Do you have a Valentine’s Day gift picked out yet?

2010-01-06T19:38:00.000-08:00

Erin Hughes Photography Presents:

The perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your loved one…

Sexy Boudoir Photos!

Surprise your lover with alluring, tasteful images of yourself this Valentine's Day.
Book your private one-hour Boudoir session at the
Casa 425 Hotel in Claremont
January 24th, 2010

$295.00

Session Includes:
25 beautifully edited images on CD
DVD Slideshow set to romantic music (THE perfect gift)
One 8x10 print

CALL 909.576.3285 TO BOOK NOW - LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

Pretty in Pink

2009-10-30T23:18:00.000-07:00

A room made for a Princess.

Christine wasn't able to fill this frame with a photo of Natalie yet, so I took the liberty to do so.

From the moment I stepped into Natalie's nursery, I just knew that this was going to be such a wonderful newborn session. I couldn't get enough of all the gorgeous details her parents, Christine and Jeff, had done to make her room so unique (and SO beautiful). Justin is the BEST big brother and I was so excited to have caught a very special "brother/sister" moment between the two of them. I loved seeing how much Justin loves his new baby sister. They are a very blessed family and I feel so honored to have captured Natalie within her first two weeks of life.

Now Booking 2009 Holiday "Mini" Sessions

2009-10-14T20:25:00.000-07:00

2009 Holiday Mini Sessions

What is a Holiday Mini Session?
A Holiday Mini Session provides you with an opportunity to capture beautiful family portraits to be used for custom holiday greeting cards and prints to be given as gifts. Mini Sessions are 30 minutes , therefore, does not allow time for wardrobe changes.

What does a Mini Session Cost?
A Holiday Mini Session is $100.00. You will receive a $50.00 credit that can be used towards prints or custom greeting card order. Fee must be paid at the time of booking and is non-refundable due to the limited amount of spots available.

When and Where?
Saturday, October 17th at Heritage Park, 5510 Beryl St., Alta Loma, 91737
5 appointment times available: 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 4:30pm, and 5:30pm

Sunday, October 18th at Heritage Park, 5510 Beryl St., Alta Loma, 91737
5 appointment times available: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30 and 2:30pm

Sunday, October 25th at Buck Gully Beach, Newport Beach,*
8 appointment times available: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30 and 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm and 5:30pm

Saturday, October 31st in front of Bridges Auditorium at Pomona College in Claremont**
5 appointment times available: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30 and 2:30pm

Sunday, November 1st, in front of Bridges Auditorium at Pomona College in Claremont**
5 appointment times available: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30 and 2:30pm

Sunday, November 22 in front of Bridges Auditorium at Pomona College in Claremont*
8 appointment times available: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30 and 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4:30pm, and 5:30pm

* For directions to Buck Gully Beach, Google the name "Buck Gully, Newport Beach."
** For Directions to Bridges Auditorium, Google the following address: 400 N. College Ave., Claremont, CA, 91711 The auditorium is on the east side of the street.

Contact information:
To schedule your appointment, please email Erin at erinhughesphoto@gmail.com.
When emailing, please put Mini Session in the subject line.

I look forward to capturing your holiday memories this season!

Goodbye Summer...

2009-10-08T07:58:00.000-07:00

The days of soakin' in the summer sun have turned into pages in our memory books. Here in Southern California, we don't have "seasons" per say, but our summers are the best west of the Mississippi. Now that Fall has arrived, the days are getting cooler, the leaves are falling and the days are getting shorter. Which means Summer has bid us a fond farewell.... for now. In memory of a wonderful season, I'd like to share with you some of my favorite memories of the last few months.

Fall, you are certainly a welcome change, but I look forward to summer fast approaching again next year.

Handsome Jacob

2009-10-05T16:54:00.000-07:00

I was so fortunate to have met Karen through my best friend, Kathleen, a few weeks ago. You see, Kathleen came to me about 2 months ago, telling me she thought it would be a great idea to gift Karen with an "Erin Hughes Photography Gift Certificate" at her baby shower. I thought it was a fabulous idea! Unfortunately, Jacob experienced some setbacks and Karen wasn't able to bring him home right away. When she called me, Jacob was already six weeks old (wow, how time flies) when we set up a date for me to come over and meet this precious boy. George and Debbie (Karen's parents) were also there to help out and lend a hand. They were such a HUGE help when it came to the reflector or when we wanted Jacob to smile or giggle. I remember telling Debbie that if she ever needed an extra daughter, she could adopt me at anytime. I am still fascinated with Jacob's gorgeous blue eyes every time I look at these photos. I'm sure you can agree when you see them for yourself.
(On a side note, a lot of my close friends know that I'm a huge Angels fan, but I certainly can't deny that Jacob looks so darn cute in his daddy's favorite NY Yankee's outfit and hats... I thought of bringing a few of my own Angels baseball outfits, but I didn't want to upset the family). Ha! You know I still love you, Karen!

Love just radiates in David and Denise

2009-10-04T00:33:00.000-07:00

Today was my first time meeting with David and Denise before their October 24th wedding on Coronado Island's Silver Strand Beach. I didn't want to be late, but I guess my kids, a CHP officer and traffic from the Miramar Air Show had different plans for me. (Luckily, I managed to drive away without a ticket). David and Denise were MORE than understanding and as soon as we got the details of their wedding out of the way, it was time to capture some images celebrating their engagement. This is one of those couples you come across that just radiate love and happiness. It was so nice spending the day with them and I think they'll like what we managed to capture earlier this afternoon.

I raise my glass to you two, David and Denise... here's to a bright and glorious future together!!

Beautiful Rachel Brianne

2009-10-03T11:40:00.000-07:00

Marla is one of the main reasons why I miss my former job so much. To see her everyday certainly brought a smile and laughter to my day. Then when she told me she was pregnant, that's when the tears started to flow. I was so happy to know that after all the hard work, Marla and Dan were going to become THREE! It seems like Marla was pregnant FOR-EV-ER. I couldn't wait for Rachel to be born so I could capture that precious little girl. Dan and Marla have brought a beautiful addition to their family and I can't wait to see her grow and blossom.

I'm officially a "BLOGGER"

2009-09-15T18:39:00.000-07:00

Wow, I always wondered if this day would come. I'd say it's simular to driving through a fancy neighborhood, gazing at all the beautiful homes, wondering if you'd ever be able to afford one for yourself. You see, I've visited hundreds and hundreds of blogs in the past, wondering how mine would look if I were to create my own. I can't tell you how many of my photography friends told me over and over that I need to jump on the band wagon and set myself up with one. (You know who you are, "San Diego Girls"). If it weren't for Tessa Desharnais, I'd still be dreaming about this moment. Well, no more dreaming. I'm finally here, living amongst the blogging elite. However, I'd love to know how many other bloggers have Sesame Street blaring in the background while they type away on the keyboard.

So, welcome everyone. Welcome to my home, my work, my life. There's no need to knock... the door's open. So kick off your shoes, put up your feet and stay a while.