The Grand Theater

Have you been to the movies lately? If not, make sure to go check out the Grand Theater downtown to catch a glimpse of our newest display featuring all our wonderful clients!

We have received so many wonderful comments about the display and the images. Thank you to everyone who has been so receptive and kind. Keep an eye out for new images as we will be updating the display throughout the year!!!

August really?

Well, I guess you can tell what we have been up to since August... photos, photos, photos!!! I can't believe that it has been that long since I've blogged anything - and so much has happened!

I will be updating the blog with some of the stuff we have been up to since then and try to bring everyone up to speed!

I hope you are all doing great and looking forward to the holidays!!!
Joy,
Paula

Beautiful Ava...

Our God-daughter is turning 4! I can't believe how very big she has gotten. She is full of energy and is such a lovable little bug - we have so much fun with her around - her dance moves are amazing and she has her mother's facial expressions down just perfectly! Happy Happy Birthday big girl, we love you endlessly!

SOOOO PROUD!!!

We are so excited to announce that Michael, who is one of our seniors from 2008 has just received a full ride scholarship to UCLA for his amazing dance abilities! He took 2nd place overall among 347 dancers. We couldn't have been happier to hear the news. Michael is full of energy and will go very far - we are so happy for him and all he has to offer.

You may see or hear Michael this summer as he will be helping us out at the studio during our busy senior season. Congratulations - we are sooooo proud of you!

Great to see you...

Thanks to all that attended our Open House on Sunday. We had such a great time visiting with all of you and showing you around our home. Also thanks to all of you who brought such sweet gifts and well wishes, we are truly grateful for your thoughtfulness!
With everyone so busy we did not get a chance to take too many pictures (go figure!) but we managed one of our great Clown for the day and his family! Thanks Jon and Donna for such sweet hearts you have and for donating your time, it is much appreciated, and the kids had a blast with your creative balloon animals, swords, flowers etc... I also still have my ladybug bracelet you so thoughtfully crafted to match my outfit. :)

Also we were able to catch a moment to get our "crew" together!
From left to right - top row:
Alicia - "Studio Intern"
Sandra - "Portrait Consultant"
Christa - "Office Assistant"
Stephanie - "Client consultant & Assistant"
Bottom row:
Tracee - "Marketing & Design Artist"
Paula - "The night owl" - not by choice ;)
Shauna - "Retouch Artist"
Not pictured:
Janice - Our amazing Framing specialist.
Jeff - Our cool computer tech that keeps things rolling smoothly
Cesar - "The maintenance tech" :)
Krista - OK, really she works for our amazing Lab but we claim she is there solely for Captured Memories purposes - we like to dream big! ;)

OPEN HOUSE May 18th !!!

It's Official! Our Open House is scheduled for May 18th 10am-4pm! Come enjoy lots of give-aways and a ton of new products, also a tour of the new studio space and of our home! Can't wait to see you there!

Sam Puc'

When I heard that Sam Puc' was visiting Omaha for her nationwide tour of her Speaking engagement "Bellies and Babies" I made sure to snatch up 7 tickets, one for each one of us at at the studio! For those of you who don't know, I heard Sam speak (with Dave Junion) for the first time 7 years ago when I was pregnant with Mason. (our youngest) It was right then that I made the decision to pursue my passion and begin Captured Memories. I credit so much inspiration to that single moment and every time I've gotten the opportunity to hear Sam speak I have been blessed over and over.
It was wonderful to visit with her and hear her speak, she was sweet enough to let us have a quick picture with her too - thanks Sam! From left to right: Alicia, Paula, Sam, Tracee, Shauna, Sandra. (Stephanie & Christa not pictured)

Sam also founded the volunteer organization Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep. Our studio is proudly involved with NILMDTS and coordinates the Lincoln area and we have a great group of photographers that serve with such passion and heart. It is an amazing foundation that helps families who are dealing with the misfortune of an infant death by providing professional photographs at no charge. The power of this simple act is truly amazing.