Before Miss Mlada came along, I requested my very first woven wrap for Christmas (and my husband came through because he’s amazing!) Once I got it, it took me a little while to actually wrap her in it for the first time… I was all shades of intimidated by the yards of beautiful fabric! Luckily, I found a community of amazing and helpful mamas who offered tips, advice, and answers to just about any question I could have. Here are a couple of those beautiful women, wrapping their own sweethearts.
Oh, this sweet family. Mr. Isaac immediately stole my heart when he was born, partially because he had to spend some time in the NICU, and our first was a NICU baby. There’s something about that time; whatever the length, that both changes you as a family, but also links you to all other NICU families forever. Just a few days before our shoot, Isaac had gotten off of oxygen support, so we got to see his darling face just taking in the world. While he still has quite the journey ahead of him, he also has the most wonderful, supportive family to guide him through.
One year ago, I got to photograph a darling little chub of a baby girl. Now, she’s a walking, giggling, red-headed one-year-old, and oh my goodness am I so glad I got to capture her sweet family again. We were all stoked to photograph this day, because it was supposed to be in the 60s. Unfortunately, the day started out quite foggy and chilly, so we had to incorporate a whole lot of snuggles and “run to the warm car really really quick” sessions. Despite all that, there were plenty of sweet smiles to be had. Happy Belated Birthday, Miss Genevieve! We’re so glad you’re here!
As you have probably realized, everything “Voboril Photography” related has been transformed into all the lovely “Alzbeta Volk Photography” related branding you now see. After being married for nearly seven years, I decided it was time for my business to say good-bye to my beloved maiden name, both for the ease of my clients and because this is truly who I am now.
You will also notice the lack of a wedding gallery at this point. This darling third baby has brought even more to light my need to tighten up my niche while leaving plenty of space in this business to truly thrive, rather than just survive these sweet “little” years with my family. While I have loved the weddings I have photographed over the last 10 years, it is a difficult thing to give up an entire day of the two days we get together as a family, and so, for now, I will not be taking on any weddings. Thank you, thank you, to each and every couple that allowed me the absolute honor of photographing your wedding day. I have been blessed to document that special little bit of your love story, and hope I will get to continue to do so as your families grow and change.
The wonderful upside to me turning everything upside down is that I’ve refreshed the website and galleries and have been able to work with an amazing graphic designer, Amy Frazier, on lovely, fresh, brand-spankin’-new branding. This has, slowly due to pregnancy, been in the works for much of the past year, and I am so thrilled to finally release it into the world. It truly feels like turning the crisp page on a never-opened book, and I can’t wait to see what the next 10 plus years of business bring me (and my wonderful clients!)
Oh, Corbin. You have so much fun ahead of you! A big brother to play and wrestle with, and parents who want you to experience all of the amazing adventure life in our amazing state has to offer. For now, even my short time in your home showed me that you are absolutely cherished. Welcome to the outside world, little guy, I can’t wait to see who you become.
Sarah Wostenberg - Beautiful new look and meaning! 🙂