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congratulations!!

We wanted to take a minute and congratulate Matt Pearson, the architect of this incredible house we photographed over the summer. (See original post here) He just called the other day to let us know that he has been awarded the Merit of Excellence in Design by the American Institute of Architects! How awesome is that?!

on set with justin timberlake

On one of our final days in NYC this July, I decided that getting up early to see Central Park before the tourists arrive would be a good idea. And although I was a little tired, it definitely paid off. Walking into the W72nd entrance was rather peaceful - no bike and double decker tour guides yelling at you, no rickshaws lined up trying to get you to ride through the park, and not even anybody begging for food or money. Just some joggers and dog walkers. As I neared Bethesda Fountain I noticed that there were quite a few more people, and thought they must just like to beat the crowds, too. I sat down at the fountain to check some emails and people watch ... and before I knew it cameras and lights were being wheeled in, and security was now standing at the entrances to the paths that lead down to the fountain. And all those people down there with me? Extras in a movie. A full length movie starring Justin Timberlake. There were even paparazzi getting ready to photograph the actors. I realized then that I couldn't leave, or else I probably wouldn't be let back in! I started to talking with some of the actors, basically pretending that I was an extra, and supposed to be there, you know. The crew filmed several scenes of just background people, which I guess they will use in the movie to set the atmosphere. Then, out walked Justin Timberlake from underneath the bridge. The paparazzi was going nuts as they started filming scenes with him in it. I ended up standing just behind where the extras were waiting for their cues, and took this video! It was quite the experience, and really incredible to see how they film such short sections of a movie to put it all together. In case you're wondering, the movie is "tentatively" called "Friends with Benefits." (Classy, of course haha) It's supposed to come out in 2011, so I may have to watch it just to see how everything comes together! 

on set with justin timberlake from meghan feyerabend on Vimeo.

Back to the Blog!

Well, it goes without saying that the blog has been silent the past several weeks! But, after a month of almost non-stop traveling and weddings and high school seniors and models ... we're back! (and have a TON to share!) 

When things get busy around here, I love relaxing in the evenings with a cup of tea ... usually Nambarrie Black Tea from Ireland. However, I found a new tea that I LOVE last weekend. Matt and I spent some time in the Crossroads District in Kansas City on Friday for their "First Friday" celebration, when all of the art galleries, studios, and other businesses stay open late and showcase their new pieces. One of the last places we visited was Hammerpress, which is a letterpress studio that creates cards and posters, and also sells books, gifts and other fun things! I found some "Fez" Smith Tea, and while I bought it because of the awesome packaging ... the taste is just as incredible! It's a light green tea with a hint of spearmint ... even the bag it's in is beautiful. ;) And, you can order it from the Smith website!! So, I hope that you are inspired to relax each evening with a cup of tea, because there is something so wonderful about it. ;)

  

make a wish...list!

First off, I have to apologize for being MIA from the blog for a couple of days. We have been SUPER busy, so I can't complain ;) but seriously, I've gotta get back on it! I have a couple of fun posts coming up this week ... including one on finding inspiration and how we keep from getting burnt out. Fun stuff!! Also, we are putting together our Class of 2011 Senior Models so if you're a current junior (or know someone who is) contact us to find out how you can get FREE senior photos and help us spread the joy of great senior photos.

Now, for my super fabulous find this weekend ... wishpot.com. I came across this as I was searching for a way to organize my spring clothing shopping list. Since there are several stores that I like I wanted a central place to keep track of everything. This also works as a registry ...  so all of you brides and grooms out there can register for items from whatever store you want, and just send your guests to one list! I wish I had known about this when Matt and I were getting married, because there were several things we wanted from IKEA, but since they didn't have a registry we couldn't really let people know. So go create your wishlists and registries and have fun shopping this spring!!

daffodils and redheads | Northwest Arkansas Kids Photography

Today started out so beautiful ... our first kids session this morning was in a field of daffodils with the cutest red-headed sisters, Elise and Emerson. We had no idea, but their dad was taking photos of US with his phone as we were photographing the girls, and we were so excited to see an email from him this afternoon with these attached. ;) So, thanks Zach, and I'm so glad that the couch on top of our MINI provided good entertainment!! For the last half of the session we came back to the studio where the girls drew all over our blue wall with sidewalk chalk, having a blast and looking cute for the photos all at once. I can't wait to post a few from this session!!

   

Aus10 is featured in Professional Photographer!!

 

We are truly honored to be included in the April issue of Professional Photographer magazine, which is one of the world's leading photo magazines!! I am not sure, but I think we are one of the only (if not the only) studios from Northwest Arkansas to have a Professional Photographer article written about us. 

Through their research, PPA has found that portrait and wedding studios based in the photographers' homes have very high success rates as compared to studios in retail spaces, especially in the past several years. This has a lot to do with the ability to keep overhead costs lower and minimize risk. Plus, homes are generally more comfortable and welcoming to customers. When the magazine decided to write an article that would highlight a few home studios around the country, they loved the photos we posted last fall on our studio tour and asked for more info. We were finally selected to be one of the four studios featured ... and we received the lead-in 2-page spread for the article! Up until today it hasn't seemed real, but we received a packet in the mail with a few copies and were ecstatic to finally see the article in print. 

We really couldn't have done it without our amazing clients, who have helped us grow our business from the start by supporting us, loving us and our photos and providing great feedback. The past four years have been an amazing ride, and we can't wait to see what's in store for the future! So check out the digital copy of the article, and of course we'll have the real thing at the studio so you can see it next time you come in! 

matt!

I did some new headshots for Matt the other day ... and personally I think they turned out great!! Here's one of my favorites ... 

 

welcome ... spring?

Well, I gotta say that I find it ironic that yesterday (when it was still winter) I was talking about how warm and amazing the weather is, and today (the first day of spring) I am sharing some iPhone snow photos with you! The first series is the progression over the first few hours, before it got dark. It is still snowing and will probably continue overnight so I will be sure to take some photos early in the morning! This is for all of our friends in California, Florida, and other such warm places ... especially those who used to live in this crazy place!! ;) I will tell you though, we don't mind it too much - it's so pretty and really peaceful outside right now!

 

Here is Mara staring out the same window as yesterday ... wondering where all the birds, squirrels, sunshine and warmth went. ;)

 

 
 

thrift thursday ;)

Well, I didn't actually go thrift store shopping today, but over the weekend Matt and I went to Potter's House in Fayetteville (on our quest to find 80s clothes) and ended up stumbling across this chair! We fell in love with the shape, and have decided to take it apart and paint the legs a darker grey. It's quite a heavy chair, and has a cool little plaque on the back that says "city of fayetteville" with a number. Hopefully Fayetteville doesn't need their chair back ;)

 

crazy 80s

First of all, I have to admit that I'm not blogging about what I REALLY want to, which is the article that Professional Photographer Magazine wrote about us for their April issue. ;) We were able to see a digital rough today which was so exciting ... but we'll have to wait til it hits newsstands to really show it off!

So tonight, I have decided instead to show you what I would look like if I lived in the 80s. Oh, I guess I did live in the 80s but wasn't old enough to wear true 80s clothes. ;) Matt and I went to an 80s Homecoming Murder Mystery party with the youth group kids on Sunday night which was a lot of fun, and meant that we got to dress up like crazy people! ;) Matt took this pic of me with his iPhone, so the colors are kind of funky, but yes I was sporting a big poofy one-shoulder PINK dress, big bow headband with as much big hair as my short cut allows. I was even voted best dressed ... and too bad you can't see my fishnet tights! Ha!