E L Hicks Photography

Spring Mini-Session

2011-02-25T13:39:00.001-08:00

After taking a long break from mini-sessions, I'm bringing them back! I'm going to hold my first mini-session since becoming a mommy of two. Because I'm still trying to keep my workload light, I'm only taking a select number of sessions. Please contact me ASAP if you are interested in booking a time slot.

Session Details

Date: March 12 in the late afternoon

Where: Location near Val Vista and the 202 North (northeast Mesa)

Cost: $40 includes session, a 5x7 print, and a private online viewing gallery of 5-50 images. $10/ additional sibling. Special packages also available for this session. Contact me for more info.

MIA

2011-02-15T18:24:00.000-08:00

Wow, it's been a while since I've posted here. Being a mommy of two has kept me VERY busy. I am making a lot of new changes with my photography business this year and I'm really excited about them. I'm currently working on updating my website and hopefully creating a new blog. More details coming soon!

Holiday 2010 Specials

2010-09-13T10:27:00.000-07:00

It's that time of year again when the weather starts to cool off and we can actually enjoy being outside again. It is also the best time to update your family portrait!

HOLIDAY PORTRAIT SPECIALS

Digital Package $250
Includes on location family portrait session for up to 4 people,
15-30 edited and enhanced images in an online, private, viewing gallery,
and ALL edited and enhanced images in full resolution on a CD with a copyright release!
(regularly $300)

Session Only Special $65 (regularly $75)
Includes on location family portrait session for up to 4 people,
15-30 edited and enhanced images in an online, private, viewing gallery,
and 10% off all high quality prints. (must order before Dec. 5)

Holiday Cards $40
30 custom designed 5x7 photo greeting cards
$10/additional 10 cards

$20 Print Credit
Receive a $20 print credit when you book back-to-back sessions with another family.

BOOK SOON! Offers are only available until November 21st and I fill up my calendar fast!
You can check my calendar of availability on my blog.
http://elhicksphotography.blogspot.com/search/label/Calendar

$10 per additional family member.
Additional traveling fee may apply if shoot location is greater than 20 miles from 85206 zip code.

December Availability (subject to change)

2010-09-13T10:08:00.000-07:00

November Availability (subject to change)

2010-09-13T10:07:00.001-07:00

October Availability (subject to change)

2010-09-13T10:06:00.001-07:00

September Availability (Subject to change)

2010-09-13T10:02:00.000-07:00

My Maternity photos!

2010-06-13T15:03:00.000-07:00

So it was time for me step in front of the camera for my own maternity photos. Special thanks to my very good friends Beth Adams (outdoor photos) and Kim Taylor (backdrop photos) for helping me snap these very memorable shots. I had a vision of what I wanted them to look like and these two ladies really delivered them and more!

Renee and Joe

2010-05-31T13:01:00.000-07:00

Engagement pictures aren't usually in my area of expertise, but when my friend Renee asked me to do them for her I thought it would be fun. They made it totally easy for me because they were just so natural in front of the camera. All I had to do was stand back and shoot (especially since they were always kissing LOL...and I didn't mean to interrupt)! I'm so happy for them and they seem like such an awesome couple. I can't wait to do their baby pictures in a few years ;)

Adalyn and Emmett

2010-05-31T12:41:00.000-07:00

TWINS!!! This was my very first twins session and it was awesome! I was so beyond excited to do these shots for the family, that I drove all the way to Flagstaff at no charge. It was so worth it because I had an amazing time with these two babies.

What's better then 10 toes? 20!!

I love how Emmett is hugging his sister here.

Seeburg Family

2010-05-31T12:34:00.000-07:00

By far my favorite shot...just look at his face!

I just had to throw this one in...can you tell he was through with having his picture taken??LOL!

But we got him to smile for a few more shots ;)

Lia

2010-05-31T12:20:00.000-07:00

Once little Lia pooped out for us, she was the perfect little model. She is such a sweet baby girl. Congratulations Jeff and Julia and your precious little gift!

The Wilbricht Family

2010-05-31T12:00:00.000-07:00

Reese is so cute!

And Mr. Eli is quite a ham!

Nothing is more fun then wrestling on mom and dad's bed!

Tickle Toes!!

So Sweet!

Brooke is in a mommy group with me and a few months back she shared the terriable news that her home had been robbed and her computer was stolen. She had lost all of her family's pictures that were saved on the hard drive. She was devastated! I can only imagine her pain and loss, so I offered her a photo shoot at no charge to help her build a collection of new memories. We had a blast just photographing around her home!

Brynlee

2010-05-31T11:47:00.000-07:00

Brynlee is my newest niece and I'm so excited she is here! Although they didn't take my suggestion of naming her Louise, I really love the name they chose. Danny and Ray are now blessed with 3 of the cutest girls on the planet!

At only a week old she's holding her head up so high...yeah she's advanced!

Such a great looking family!!

Big sisters Payton and Gracie showing off their new tutus.

Such a ham!

Kelsie

2010-05-31T11:39:00.000-07:00

Kelsie is due right around the same time I am and she really gave me a complex about the size of my belly. She looks like she just swallowed a basketball and makes me look like I swallowed a large exercise ball! She is so beautiful and I'm so excited for her and her husband. It will be neat to have our little boys growing up the same age!

Brianne

2010-05-31T11:33:00.000-07:00

She makes me want to color my hair red again. She is so beautiful!

I can't wait to meet this couple's beautiful baby!!

Bushard Family

2010-05-31T11:28:00.001-07:00

Maria and her boys are in a mommy's group of mine. I was so excited when she asked me to photograph her boys and family!!

Double Trouble!!! These two are my son's age and I don't know how she does it!

Kraft Family

2010-05-31T11:21:00.000-07:00

The Krafts are such a fun happy family. I'm so glad they have sweet lovable little Logan in their lives. They were a pleasure to photograph!

Kelly and baby Christopher

2010-05-31T11:03:00.000-07:00

What a gorgeous belly!!!

And here he is!!!

Christopher was one of those truly peacefully babies that made my job so easy. But I was told by his parents the reason he was so sleepy and cooperative for the morning of the shoot was because he'd kept his parents up all night. Sorry mom and dad, but it was worth it ;)

Nicole

2010-05-31T10:54:00.000-07:00

And baby makes 3 (or 4 if you are counting this couple's fun loving lab, Max!) And what a sweet baby girl she is!

Jason 7month

2010-05-31T10:44:00.000-07:00

Jason is getting so big. I swear it was just yesterday that I was taking his newborn pics. I love watching this little boy grow up!

I don't know what it is about about baby feet that I love so much!

Wrestling with his big sister Juliet.

The bond between a boy and his dog starts early.

June & July availability (subject to change)

2010-05-01T10:10:00.000-07:00

My baby is due July 3rd, so I will be going on maternity leave. If you need portraits and would like a referral please give me a call.

Julia

2010-03-09T11:11:00.000-08:00

Julia and Jeff were a truly adorable couple who are anxiously awaiting the arrival of their first baby. I met up with them at their home and we started taking a few shots on their patio using my dark backdrop. Next, we had a little fun in the grass and then took a drive up to Red Mountain Ranch. I had a blast photographing her and her beautiful baby bump. I can't wait for the call to come back and shoot some newborn pictures!!!

Remy

2010-03-01T12:28:00.000-08:00

One of my very best friends, Beth, just welcomed her second child and a son, Garner Remy, into her heart. I was so excited to make the trip up to Camp Verde to meet the new member of her family and spend the day with my good friend. Like his big sister, Remy was the perfect baby ad was totally game for anything we put him through.

My son, Colin, also made the trip up with me so he could play with her daughter, Izzy. The two of them had a blast trashing the house with toys and gram cracker crumbs while the moms were preoccupied with pictures of Remy.

Taylor

2010-02-15T11:38:00.000-08:00

When pulling up to the Russells' home I couldn't help but notice the firefighter stickers on the backs of their vehicles. Come to find out Taylor's dad, Casey, works with my husband on the Mesa Fire Dept! What a small world! I had a great time with this family. Talor's big sister Emma was so fun and you can tell she just adores her new sister. These two little girls are just absolutely precious.

People often ask me why I prefer sleeping newborn pictures. Well the answer is that most newborns can't quite focus on much yet and their eyes can be crossed in the pictures. In the shot above of baby Taylor, it actually looked kinda cute that way.

Lisa and Baby Blake

2010-02-10T21:16:00.000-08:00

Lisa spotted my work in my chiropractor's office and gave me a call. She and her husband, Mika, where such an awesome (and uber hot) couple! I had such a great time shooting her maternity photos that I was so excited to be invited back to photograph baby Blake. And it was no surprise to me that this great looking couple would have an equally beautiful boy. He was such good boy during his shoot...even though he did give his dad a no diaper surprise! It's never dull shoot when dads get peed on LOL!

Olena

2010-02-10T21:06:00.000-08:00

Olena was referred to me by one of my good friends and my mentor photographer, Eric. I loved taking Olena's pictures. Not only was she beautiful, but she was up for anything! I'm hoping that my hair will be long enough towards the end of my pregnancy to do some shots like we did with her. I only have 20 weeks to go...so come on hair grow! We also got her dog Max in on a few of the shots. He is so cute and you can just tell he is going to make a great big brother!

Jen and Baby Camden

2010-02-10T20:55:00.000-08:00

Ok, so I've been a horrible blogger! But I have been busy. So I'm going to try to catch up by posting some of my favorite maternity and newborn shoots that I have done in the past few months.

One of my good friends from way back (junior high) bought a maternity session for her friend Jen. What an awesome baby shower gift, if I do say so myself! I shot Jen's maternity pictures in early November, and baby Camden's pictures just after Christmas. What a beautiful baby and mommy!

Paxton

2009-11-05T20:17:00.000-08:00

I met Paxton's mom over two years ago in a book club we were both in. I was so excited for her when I heard she was having a little boy. The whole family is just in love with this little guy, even the dogs (as you can see!) While at their home I got to take a tour of their nursery and let me just say it was by far the coolest room I have EVER seen! Dad had decorated it with a Disney Cars theme and had cars figures popping out of steal squars on the walls. The best was the fact they used a tool box as a dresser and changing table. Paxton is one lucky little boy!

Elle

2009-11-05T16:19:00.000-08:00

I had so much fun shooting Eric and Katie's maternity pictures that I was just tickled that they invited me to their home for baby Elle's pictures. Though Elle wasn't in the mood for sleeping, I was able to get some great shots of her. Once she finally gave into sleep (about 2.5 hrs into the shoot) we got some of the cute cuddly shots.

Will

2009-11-05T16:11:00.000-08:00

What a handsom blonde baby boy Will is! I really enjoyed meeting this family and it was well worth the drive to Surprise to photograph lil' Will. Plus I found out that Lisa is a Wyoming native like me! I rarely meet people who are from WY, much less who have heard of Greybull. Ha! Will was the kick off to my three newborns shot in 3 days. What fun!

Rio sneak peek

2009-10-05T15:39:00.000-07:00

Rio just turned 6 months and her parents are just so in love with this little sweetie! Although she was cranky from not having a nap that day, she did manage to let of have a few great shots of her. Don't you just want to squeeze her!?

Berlyne

2009-10-05T15:33:00.000-07:00

I felt so lucky to get to photograph Brooke's maternity shots and I was so excited when Brooke wanted me to do Berlyne's newborn photos. She has such a beautiful family and this perfect, little, gorgeous, baby, Berlyne fits in so perfectly!

Kelly

2009-10-01T08:53:00.000-07:00

Kelly and Jeremy are such a cute couple and I'm so excited for them. They already seem like such loving parents already! Check out Kelly's tattoo. It is by far the coolest tattoo I've seen on a pregnant belly...almost gives me ink fever.

Sarah

2009-09-15T13:11:00.000-07:00

Sarah found me through a mutal friend (Thanks Paulina for the referral!) and I was so happy to get to know this growing family. Sarah's little girl Sophie is two and having a two-year-old myself, I knew I was in for challenge in trying to get some child and belly shots...but it was nothing a few Dora stickers couldn't handle :) Sarah had some really great ideas for her shots and I was all game! I love new ideas and the shots came out great!

Denver

2009-09-15T13:04:00.000-07:00

This the third time I've photographed Denver and his blue eyes still melt my heart. We shot these picture at the Mesa Arts Center which was a great backdrop, not only because there is so much cool stuff around, but because Denver's dad is a landscape architect who worked on the project for the Art Center. He did a great job and I have him to thank for some great spots for portraits!

Luke turns Two!

2009-09-15T12:57:00.000-07:00

I've known Luke since he was only a few weeks old. It has been so fun watching him grow up. He and my son are only 10 days apart! We had a lot of fun running around the park taking pictures.

Brooke-sneak peek

2009-08-28T14:39:00.000-07:00

Wow...what can I say, a beautiful mom and some new inspiration can make for some really great shots. Brooke is in a mommy group with me and when I approached her about trying out a new idea I had about shooting some of her pictures in the pool, she was game! I got the idea from a picture taken by San Diego photographer, Carrie Sandoval, and had to try it out myself. With a little help from Brooke's husband I was able to get my backdrop in the water. These pictures turned out even better then I had imagined in my head! I love it when that happens! We also got some great shots with her first daughter Brea. Thanks Brooke for being my guinea pig and I can't wait to meet Berlyn and maybe hang her from a tree...J/K.

Holly- Sneak Peek

2009-08-26T18:15:00.000-07:00

Holly is another one of my son's best buddies. We love going swimming over at their home! I was so happy that her mom asked me to do her 2 year old pictures. I think my style of photography isn't what she is used to, but I think she will be pleasantly surprised.

John and Emma- Sneak Peek

2009-08-26T18:04:00.000-07:00

These two cutie pies were so much fun. We first set up to get some "formal" shots on my backdrop and then they play began. We played a little hide and seek behind the couch, played ball, and two even had a little tickling match! What fun! These two had so much energy, I don't know how mom handles it...and now she is pregnant with twins!!!

Katie and Eric

2009-08-14T15:46:00.000-07:00

Katie and Eric are expecting their little girl in September and I am so excited for them. They are such a great couple. At first I thought Katie was crazy wanting to do maternity pictures outside in the middle of summer, but to my surprise it wasn't too bad at 7:00 in the morning! And Eric was such a great water boy, making sure his wife stayed hydrated through out the shoot. The pictures turned out awesome and I can't wait for the baby to arrive so I can photograph them again!

Adam

2009-08-14T15:24:00.000-07:00

I had a great time photographing Adam and meeting his parents who are originally from Ireland. They had such great accents and I keep laughing to myself everytime I remember Linda, Adam's mom, saying "Oh look at his cute little arse." Arse...I love it! My husband is getting sick of me saying arse all the time now :) For this shoot I stole my mom's antique baby doll carriage and bed to use as props...hopefully she is ok with me stealing them again because they worked out great.

Acacia 18 months

2009-07-22T14:29:00.000-07:00

She's growing up!

The McCaughey's

2009-07-20T19:27:00.000-07:00

Tara is one of my very best friends. I met her in a childbirth prep class we have been in mommy group together for the last two years. Her daughter, Juliet, is one of my son's best buddies. Their family was blessed with a little boy, Jason, on July 5th. These are the maternity shots I took just a few days before he arrived, some shots of him in the special care unit at the hospital (he was "late" premie), and a few shots I took of him when I stopped by their home shortly after he came home. I am so happy for you, Tara! Juliet, you are going to make a great big sister!!!

Brummett Family

2009-06-22T21:24:00.000-07:00

I can honestly say that I have never had more fun on a photo shoot then I did when I visited the Brummetts. This family had such a happy and loving aura to them, that kept me smiling even after I left their home. It was so nice to not have to worry about posing and just capture the family as they are. It really got my creative juices pumping. The pictures turned out so great that it was hard to pick my favorite shots. I had to throw the shot of their 3 year old picking his nose, because I am a mom of a toddler and can appreciate this shot!

The Mason Family

2009-06-14T15:21:00.001-07:00

I have known my good friend Geno since I was in junior high. His family has become like a second family to me. This is the first family portrait that they have had taken in years and I was honored to do it. I really love this family and had a great afternoon with them.

Gage

2009-06-07T12:18:00.000-07:00

Two of the world's best chiropractors Kori and John Sprintz just welcomed their son Gage into the world. I was so happy that wanted me to photograph this wonderful time in their lives! And Gage is just the most precious little one, and just about the most cooperative newborn I've ever photographed. I had a hard time choosing my favorites so I feel sorry for the family. Good luck! They have a very rambunctious yellow lab named Zoey who is always sneaking her way into a few shots. I just love her! I've also included my favorite shots from their maternity shoot a few weeks back. Congratulations Kori and John!

Mackenzie

2009-06-01T21:51:00.001-07:00

I know I've been a terrible blogger. My son keeps me too busy!! I had to make time to share these images though. Mackenzie was such a cute baby. I just love her little nose. She is one of the reasons why I want to have a little girl. I usually don't like the feet shot with the rings on the toes, but this one turned out cute. I had so much fun taking her pictures even though she wanted to stay awake for her shoot. Congratulations Jeremy and Stefanie!

Easter Mini-Session

2009-02-19T15:58:00.000-08:00

Cost: $25

Includes:

15 minute photo session

5-15 photos displayed on a private online viewing gallery

10 custom designed 5x7 Easter cards or 1 8x10

$5.00 for each additional child

$1.50 for each additional card

Digital Negatives will be sold separately

BOOK SOON!!! First Come, First Serve!

Dates:

Sunday, March 15th- 2:15, 2:45, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45, 4:00, 4:15

Wednesday, March 18th- 10:15, 10:45, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00

Friday, March 20th- 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, 3:00, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45,

Saturday, March 28th- 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15

Location:

Home in Mesa near Lindsay and McKellips (address and directions will be given at time of booking)

To Book your child's Easter session call Erin at 480-577-8314 or send an e-mail to elhicksphotography@cox.net

Welcome Camden!

2008-12-11T21:02:00.001-08:00

I knew this baby was going to be gorgeous! His mom and older brother are just beautiful.

Smith Family

2008-12-11T20:57:00.000-08:00

This family was introduced to me by my mother-in-law. She had nothing but nice things to say about Diane and Andy and their two kids. She was right. This family was a lot of fun and were full of character.

Brummett Family

2008-12-03T21:15:00.001-08:00

It was great meeting this new family. I'm so excited that they will be moving to the East Side so we will get to see them more often!

The Sopwith Family

2008-12-03T21:08:00.000-08:00

I was so happy to get to photograph this family for the second year in a row even if it was windy that day. It is so great getting to see Mackenzie grow!

Nguyen Family

2008-11-12T21:55:00.000-08:00

I met this couple at a cloth diaper seminar when Anna was about to pop! I was so excited when they asked me to do their family portrait for the holidays. They are such a beautiful couple and little Patience is so adorable.

Acacia- 9 months

2008-11-02T19:54:00.000-08:00

Acacia is the sweetest little miss! She is always ready with a smile...except when she is forced to wear a hat. I love watching this little girl grow up.

Colin

2008-10-28T11:01:00.001-07:00

My son had such a great time at Mother's Nature Farm. He is truly fascinated with animals.

Bailey turns 2!

2008-10-27T21:47:00.000-07:00

Halloween mini-session Day 3

2008-10-14T15:43:00.000-07:00

Halloween mini-session Day 2

2008-10-08T18:48:00.001-07:00

Julianna turns 6 months!

2008-10-01T14:48:00.001-07:00

Halloween mini-session day one

2008-10-01T11:27:00.000-07:00

Payton

2008-09-26T21:37:00.001-07:00

Genevieve

2008-09-15T22:01:00.000-07:00

April's Maternity pictures

2008-08-18T19:33:00.000-07:00

April and her fiance Justin are expecting their little baby girl Genevieve in September. It was hard for me to believe that she was 8 months pregnant because her belly was so tiny. They were a beautiful couple and I had a blast photographing them. I can't wait to meet their baby girl!

Acacia- 6 months

2008-07-30T21:12:00.001-07:00

Gracie and baby sister

2008-07-20T21:43:00.000-07:00

Isaac

2008-07-20T21:35:00.000-07:00

Isaac is my husband's step-sister's brand new little guy. I was so excited to meet him and we got some wonderful shots!

First Year Collage

2008-07-14T14:55:00.000-07:00

This is a collage that I created for my son's room. It includes a photograph from every month as well as a milestone for each month. Let me know if you are interested in having me make one for your little one.

Colin on the beach

2008-07-14T14:50:00.000-07:00

Denver

2008-07-14T14:35:00.000-07:00

Janea in the Park

2008-07-14T14:28:00.000-07:00

Fairy Babies

2008-05-10T21:24:00.000-07:00

This is a little thing I'm experimenting with. Many moms have asked me if I do any pictures with wings on the babies. Well thanks to the magic of photoshop, I can add wings to many of baby's pictures. I hope you like it as much as I do.

Banner Baywood Moms Group

2008-05-10T21:16:00.001-07:00

So many babies...so little time. I was overwhelmed with the cuteness of all these little ones!

Banner Gateway Moms Group

2008-05-10T21:09:00.000-07:00

Thank you moms at the Banner Gateway Moms' Group for allowing me the opportunity to photograph your precious ones. It was fun!

Zander

2008-05-01T22:13:00.000-07:00

Zander (not short for Alexander ;) will be turning one soon! He has the most beautiful blue eyes and when this boy smiles, it is truly from ear to ear. I loved seeing this little guy again. He has grown so much since the last time I saw him. Colin enjoyed playing with him too when we were done with the pictures.

Colin

2008-04-28T22:02:00.000-07:00

My son is always inspiring me. He is 9 1/2 months old and is such a character. He is showing off his new funny face where he scrunches his nose. What a ham!

Lilianna

2008-04-18T18:01:00.000-07:00

Lilianna just turned two and was a very energetic little girl. Most two year olds won't sit still for a picture which is fine with me. We just let her play in the water and I followed her around with the camera. We got the most beautiful shots of her just being herself! It was so much fun and I got a workout in at the same time.

Acacia

2008-04-16T11:06:00.000-07:00

Acacia is a beautiful 3 month old girl. I loved holding her. She is so delicate and sweet...very different from my big wiggly 9 mo. old son. She makes me hope for a little girl someday.

Cooper

2008-04-16T10:43:00.000-07:00

Cooper Micheal has arrived! Corey and Jen are two of my very close friends and they were just blessed with a second healthy baby boy. I was so happy to have the opportunity to get to photograph the little one, as well has get a couple of shots of the two brothers together.