Angela Lilyquist Photography

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Shriners benefit ride

Wright's Motorcylce in SLC in sponsoring a benefit ride for Shriners Hospital this coming Sunday May 20th. I am SUPER passionate about trying to help spread the word about such a worthy cause. My daughter is a patient at Shriners and we have attended the ride for several years now. Please join us in raising money to benefit such a worthy cause! See you there! http://www.utahkidsride.org/

It's a great day benefiting an amazing place! Hope to see you there!

Angela

http://academymortgage.com/GeorgeColeman/

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Birthday Babies, Bribery and Business Photos...

Well hello there! I have been making a concerted effort to engage in social media more and I'm still trying to balance the whole life, work, gym, blog, Facebook, mom & wife thing. Some days I'm better than others :)

Today you get a blog post-yippee!! Tomorrow, well you never know. Spring is typically very busy for me work and home wise. This year is no different. So to try and condense, what would normally be three different posts is now one larger one. Okey dokey...

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Seriously is this not the cutest birthday baby ever?! I made the hat myself to match her special party dress. Clearly she would rather be naked and playing with dinosaurs. I say why not!

On a side note, this is a perfect example of the importance of a pre-session consultation. I was able to see the amazing party dress and match the hat to it exactly. With a 1 year old it doesn't last long but we really only need a couple great shots.

Moving on...

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If you have ever worked with me before you know that I am not above bribery. It makes me happy and it makes you happy that's an all around win in my book :) This is sweet little 2 year old Holly who told me when she was ready for photos and when she was done. Luckily she likes smarties!

On to the third "B"...

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Internet, meet my new friend George Coleman. He is the Branch Manager at Academy Mortgage in Centerville. We met through a business networking group we both belong to. He was in need of some new business photos so we met up last week. I know, I know, this doesn't look like your standard business photo. But see that's the thing. George isn't just a regular 'ol loan officer and I'm not just a regular 'ol photographer. We did do the "standard" headshots but then headed to a great park that I just love and look at the amazing shot we got. Totally relaxed and 100% authentic. My kind of photo for sure :)

Another side note folks, if you or anyone you know is in need of help with a mortgage loan or refinance, George is your guy! You can contact him at

at the office at (801)295-6222

(And no I don't get any kick backs for saying that. George is just an all around great guy and you can tell him I said so!)

Well I think that about covers it for last week. I had some other great senior photo sessions and some product work but we can talk about that later.

If you are thinking about getting on the schedule for spring photos now is the time. May is nearly full and a good chunk of June is booked already. Call or email me right away and we can get something set up.

wishing I was outside...

Angela

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

The best way to spend a Sunday morning...

is with one of my favorite little girls :)

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The day couldn't have been any better. The sun was out, we had the park practically to ourselves and the bread for the ducks didn't taste too bad :)

Thanks Jen and Megan for putting up with my crazy ideas. I just adore this sweet baby!

Angela

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Sweet Sisters...

Well hello Internet! It's so nice to see you again. I made myself a goal to post photos and thoughts more often so here goes.

With the spring temperatures and blooming flowers rapidly approaching I have been busy working away. I haven't had a chance to share photos of some of my favorite little girls until now. I have been working with these 2 little cuties since they were both tiny babies.

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Just look at these sweet sisters. They both have the most amazing long blond hair and gorgeous brown eyes. Which in my opinion the world needs more of!

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Let me introduce Big Sister. She is at the age where we start getting the "cheese" face. Lucky for me (and her parents) all I had to do was play a bit and be patient. I just can't get enough of those rosebud lips-to die for!!

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This is Little Sister. She hasn't quite gotten to the "poser" stage yet so natural smiles were abundant. I discovered that she still loves tea parties but now is quite fond of Spiderman :) Seriously just look at those brown eyes!

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I just adore this shot! Maybe it's because I'm a momma to 2 kiddos. Or maybe it's their gorgeous blond hair. More than likely its the authentic smiles and genuine love for each other that is evident on their faces. Either way all I can say is that I just love these sweet sisters!

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

I know I'm behind...

But what can I say?! We got hit with a nasty bug at our house and managed to pass it around all four of us :( Anyway I just wanted to share some photos from a fun event I had the opportunity to attend. My sweet friend Holly Hanks http://www.phemomenon.com/ invited me to join her at The Winter Warm Up event on March 6th at Log Haven http://www.log-haven.com/ in Millcreek Canyon.

It was a free girls day with fabulous swag and lunch at Log Haven-how could I say no. We were blessed with lots of yummy food and fun company plus we had the distinct pleasure of listening to Dr. Meg Meeker speak http://www.megmeekermd.com/. She is a pediatrician, mom and best selling author. Check out her site for some fabulous insight.

The event was sponsored by KAZ (Vick's products) so we got to leave with some seriously cool swag, if your a mom to sick kiddos like me that is:) All in all the day was a success. I got to spend some time with a couple of my favorite girls! Thanks again Holly.

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Check out those big brown eyes! I always say that this world needs a few more brown eyed girls!

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Vick's swag :)

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Meg Meeker M.D. addressing the group. It was SO nice to here a Dr. remind us moms to trust our gut!

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Dr. Meeker's book. Lucky for me I got to take a copy home.

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Another view of the swag. Only a mom to an asthmatic child would be as excited as I was about a new humidifier and a sweet behind the ear thermometer. The humidifier is on it's way but the thermometer got it's share of use this week :(

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One more for the road. How can you not love this kissy face?!

Well that's all for now folks.

Over and Out

Angela

Thursday, March 22, 2012

In a quote mood lately...

Thought I would share a few new to me quotes here.

"People don't buy what you do, they buy why you do it." Simon Sinek

"At the end of the game the king and the pawn go back in the same box." Simon Baker as Patrick Jane on The Mentalist

One more for good measure.

"The time will come
when, with elation
you will greet yourself arriving
at your own door, in your own mirror
and each will smile at the other's welcome,

and say, sit here, Eat.
You will love again the stranger who was your self.
Give wine. Give bread. Give back your heart
to itself, to the stranger who has loved you

all your life, whom you ignored
for another, who knows you by heart.
Take down the love letters from the bookshelf,

the photographs, the desperate notes,
peel your own image from the mirror.
Sit. Feast on your life."
Derek Walcott

that's all for now :)

Angela

Monday, March 5, 2012

Sweet little girls...

Well hello Internet! I wish I could say it was a lovely spring day but alas it is not :( The sun is shining which is a bonus but spring is no where in sight. Luckily I have some fun photos of 2 seriously sweet little girls to keep me busy for now.

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Meet Big Sis. These 2 year olds can give me a run for my money but oh my isn't this worth it?!

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Now meet Little Sis. We worked hard for that little smile-but again oh so worth it! Plus how can you not love my new little chair!

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How about a little vintage vibe? I don't normally get into a bunch of Photoshop work on my photos. I'd rather them speak for themselves but occasionally a fun little vintage wash is just what the doctor ordered.

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Look at this great hat I found in your dress up trunk!! It even matches my shirt perfectly :)

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This photo is particularly special! These sweet little girl's Daddy just left for 3 months of basic training. That's a really long time when you're so little. Their amazing mama has it under control but she definitely deserves a gold star! And that's coming from a mama who's hubby was only home 3 days last month :)

Thanks for popping in! Wish there were some flowers popping up!

Angela

Friday, February 3, 2012

My beautiful ballerina...

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Just had to pop in quickly to share a recent photo of my daughter with her new pointe shoes. I know I am a little biased but isn't she beautiful!! I get a little teary eyed watching how quickly she's growing up but I am so proud of her and all that she has accomplished. She has blown all the "odds" out of the water and continues to astonish and amaze us everyday. Watch out world...here she comes!

Thanks for stopping by!

Angela

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

She's alive...

Well hello there 2012! It's so nice to finally meet you :) No I didn't fall off the planet, just decided to take a "social media" break and spend the holidays with my amazing family! I promise I have been working and I even have photos to prove it!!

Amazingly beautiful ballerinas no less!!

Without further ado let me introduce The Bertlesen Sisters. They are gorgeous dancers but more importantly they are amazing people! They have some pretty big auditions coming up and I was luckly enough to get to work with them for some great photos .

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This is one of the photos that as the photographer you just know it when you get it. You really have to see this one blown up to be able to appreciate it but I promise you it's stunning!

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Just look at the light! It makes my photographer heart just melt. Just like everyone else professional photographers have to work to earn money. Sometimes we do shoots or photos for just that reason. Then sometimes fate steps in and we are blessed with a few quick minutes of the spectactular!

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Even little sis is amazing! Again the light-oh be still my heart!

Thanks for hanging out and sticking by me! I will be changing my blog to a different format very shortly but I promise to keep you all in the loop! In the meantime I'm just going to stare at these gorgeous dancers some more!

Until we meet again!

Angela

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

A very sad day...

Today we had to say goodbye to a very special member of our family. Our sweet 12 year old Alaskan Malamute Yukon is no longer with us. Goodbye buddy. We love you and miss you already!

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I have no more words...

Angela

http://www.coveycenter.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=342:art-with-heartkids-who-dance-so-others-can-walk&catid=1:performance-hall&Itemid=9

Friday, November 11, 2011

An Amazing Opportunity...

I got a call last week with an amazing opportunity. Savanna and I were invited to attend a benefit dance concert for Shriners Hospital tomorrow afternoon. You can find out more information by clicking on the link above or below.

http://www.shrinersinternational.org/Events/ArtWithHeart.aspx?id=6290c49e-bd57-4478-9934-bd5b641b522f

After the performers are finished we have been asked to come on stage to represent Shriners Hospital and maybe say a few words about our experience and what they have done for Savanna and our family. We couldn't be more honored!!

Angela

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

A Fabulous Saturday Morning...

Internet I would like to introduce The Jones Family. Now that we're all aquainted let's move on to some photos shall we?

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We spent a warm fall morning playing at the farm. Sweet Baby Kamden stole the show, and a little piece of my heart to boot!

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His mama is the cousin of my sweet friend Kristalee. I'm blessed with such great clients who have turned into amazing friends!

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I brought along an antique quilt and some fun stories. What they brought is a special bond and a unique love that is just magic.

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Look at that yummy light! Oh it just makes me melt!

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Thank You Kyle and Andrea for spending a fabulous Saturday morning with me. But more importantly Thank You for the privledge of capturing and sharing some of your special memories. You are an amazing little family and I am honored to know you.

Angela

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

2 posts in 1 night...lucky you

Had to pop back on to share some photos of sweet baby Eliza. Just love her :)

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I love me some baby toes. Especially in baby mouths :)

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Sweet little smiles...

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I can't tell you how much I love this photo! A warm squishy baby, beautiful directional light and a sweet little "blankie". What more could I ask more?! Oh and her mom has a super duper fabulous first name :)

Thanks again Angela! I can't wait to meet the whole bunch on Saturday.

Angela

WARNING...PHOTO OVERLOAD AHEAD...

Well hello everyone! I know it hasn't really been as long as normal but I have some amazing photos to share. Internet I would like to introduce two of the most beautiful little angels ever...

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This was one of those sessions that will go down in history as truly amazing. Beautiful soft light, gorgeous dresses, beautiful girls and fabulous color, color, color!!!

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For those of you who know me or have worked with me before, you know I have a very relaxed go with the flow attitude and portrait style. I prefer to give very little specific "posing" directions, rather just guide my clients to the yummy light and let the littles be little :)

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I will however bring fun additions to help add to the session. In this case a beautiful antique quilt and some fun stories to share.

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And now for the Pièce de résistance...

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The stars aligned to set up this shot. We were getting ready to head out when I saw the lights on The Joseph Smith Memorial Building. I just asked big sister to take little sister's hand and walk down the street. The end result was simply magic. Thank you again "H" family for a marvelous night!!

One more just for fun:)

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Over and Out

Angela

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Some recent favorites...

Short on words this evening...

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Hopefully the extra photos will make up for the lack of dialogue! I've been working with these sweet kiddos since they were newborns. Just love them!!

that's all she wrote...

Angela