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A little quicky!

Thursday, July 25, 2013

I have not been up to much since my amazing fall out of the attic on the 4th of July. So for now I will just share 2 quick images from our last underwater shoot.

I'm busy healing, with yet another visit to the Dr come next week.
But keep your eyes peeled... We have 2 more booked this coming weekend!!!!


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Underwater Maternity Portraits....

Monday, July 8, 2013

This afternoon I had the pleasure of photographing an amazing family who is expecting their first boy in only weeks now!
I was introduced to this couple through a friend here in Fort Hood. I was looking for a client who would participate in an Underwater Maternity Portrait Session, and boy did this mommy to be ever deliver!

What was to be a 1 hour shoot turned into a 3 hour shoot, and a whole lot of playing under the water. Everyone was involved, from daddy (Former Naval Aviator) to both big sisters. This was surely a family affair!

Their love story is a glorious one, filled with hope, love, honor, miracles. You see this brave women survived brain surgery just the day after her wedding. And now, this miracle child soon to be born. With her scars still visible on her neck, they asked me to include a shot or two of their rings on her scar, and a kiss or two on it. How could I not capture these as well? I will write their entire story in another post, for now I share with you what true love looks like.....


Even under that water it shines bright!!!!

Congratulations on your soon to be new arrival "S" Family!!!!!! It was an amazing day that I won't soon forget!

Enjoy!


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Our First Newsletter!!!!

Tuesday, July 2, 2013

We are very excited to showcase our very first issue of [BEAUTY.EXPOSED]...
Please take a moment to look around our new blog and scroll through all the juicy information we have for you.

So much going on, from underwater portrait sessions, to Live Podcasts, to Quarterly Magazines, to an upcoming appearance on our local news.

Be sure to keep up with all the happenings here!

We can't wait to see you in front of our lens.....




Finally here in Texas!!!!!

Thursday, June 27, 2013

It's been weeks, if not a month or so since my last blog posting. Not because I haven't had anything to say, but because I have been SO busy moving and getting my family settled that I haven't even had time to get my hair done!!!!
Now you know THAT'S BUSY! 


So we have arrived here in Texas. Finally! And our home in South Carolina has an amazing family renting it now. Our home here in HH is fantastic! Our neighbors are friendly, and helpful. The dogs seem right at home. And.... We have a pool! :)

In only weeks I have unpacked every box and either stored it, put it up, or gave it away. After a weight of 16K lbs we knew that it was time to purge. It always amazes me, just how much crap we seem to collect after every move?

I have begun to put the word out in the photography community that we are open and ready to take on new clients. I have booked a few former clients from San Antonio already, along with taking on my newest quest.... The underwater shot!

Since we have a pool, I have the gear, and I am begging to shake things up a little, I decided to take the "plunge" so to speak and started to offer "Underwater Conceptual Shoots"!


On my first day I booked 3 sessions. I can't wait to start! Our first shoot is the night of July 5th so be on the look out!

I am in the middle of our blog being re-built now that we have arrived. The website is also a work in progress. With price sheets, what to expect, and basic info pages still to add. I finally broke down and had another designer do our blog. I just don't have the energy to mess with it anymore.

So HOWDY TEXAS!!!!!


It sure is great to be back home!!!!!!

Miss Devin & Our Final Photo Shoot...

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

With only a few weeks left now until our move back to Texas, I thought it would be nice to put a few shoots together with some of the most favorite people that I met while living here in South Carolina.

One such little lady is Miss Devin. Devin is an inspiring model and actress with quite the resume already. She is only 5 and a ball of energy, so when I have a shoot with her I always wear my track pants and flats. I don't know how her mother keeps up with her??? 

Thank you again Miss Devin for the afternoon of fun. And thank you to Devins mommy for being so super sweet and kind during our stay in the Carolina's. I can't wait to see what the future holds for Devin. One day I will look back and say "I knew here when..."

 
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Deborah Berard Photography is heading to the Hamptons!!!

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Deborah Berard Photography is excited to announce that together, with 5 other guest photographers, we will be traveling in early April to the Hampton's, New York to be a part of an excited day of photography alongside the world famous Miss Aniela, for an upcoming episode on the [Framed] Network!!!!!!!
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 Here is their announcement...

[FASHION SHOOT EXPERIENCE UPDATE] Now only 4 spots remaining! Congratulations to Deborah DeFilippo-Berard with Deborah Berard Photography Texas, for grabbing a spot with Miss Aniela for an amazing day of learning and shooting in the Hamptons, NY.
For further details, click here:  

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We will be staying at the Water Mill Villa, Hamptons, Long Island New York. Built and decorated by world-renowned designer for his personal residence, this home has everything for a 
stylish summer retreat.

Our Mentor, Natalie ‘Miss Aniela’ Dybisz was born in Leeds, 1986, and studied BA English & Media at University of Sussex. Her career as an artist began whilst still at University, and shortly following, was sought to speak in the US for Microsoft and offered solo shows in London and Madrid. She is now a highly sought after fine-art and commercial photographer based in London. Natalie’s work has been exhibited internationally in Europe and the US, with representation in Madrid, LA and San Diego, and six solo exhibitions to date. Her work has been featured in numerous media worldwide, including NY Arts, Fahrenheit Mexico, El Pais, ALARM Chicago, PH magazine, Vogue Italia, BBC, and American Photo.

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JUST ANNOUNCED:
The Designer: Leonid Gurevich
The whole production will be styled by world-class fashion designer, LEONID GUREVICH (http://www.leonidgurevich.com). Leonid’s designs are staged regularly at upscale NY venues for celebrities and elite clients, and periodically appears on the pages of fashion publications and the trendiest of fashion blogs. In his own words, he prides himself on his “ability to make an instant, astounding impact as a first impression."

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

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For the past 4 years we have been honored to be listed with WeddingWire as one of the top photography companies in our area. We have won 3 times in Texas, and now once here in 
South Carolina!!!

We are thrilled and humbled to be so loved by our clients. Without you, this dream of mine to become an artist would still be a dream.

Happy 2013 everyone! We are sure off to a great start!
 




Merry Christmas to my husband...

Sunday, December 23, 2012

After planning since the 13th of November, I got my husband SO GOOD tonight!!! All this time he has been led to believe that we are taking a trip somewhere for Christmas. As we were prepping the house to leave, at just before 9pm, his son Matthew showed up at the door with a big grin "Merry Christmas Dad!!!" 

Eric didn't know what to say...

I loved it! :)

I tried to sneak my camera under my coat and snap a few pictures, but I was shaking so bad that they look like a 4 year old took them!!! There is a reason why you hire someone to capture moments like these for you folks! Hardy har har!
 
Oh well, I got 4 at least. I especially like the last one. :)
What a great surprise! This is going to be such a fun Christmas...
Totally surprised!

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Looks down. Just didn't know what to say! This NEVER happens!

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Big hug! Great moment!


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I LOVE this picture!!!

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Are YOU ready????

Sunday, December 2, 2012

 Well, it's "OFFICIAL" so I can finally announce it...
We have Orders to FORT HOOD, Texas June 2013!!!!

Congratulations to my hubby for being named the new CIO of Darnall Hospital!!!!

I am SO PROUD of you baby! This is what you have been waiting for.
                      Now let's go kick some serious tail!!!


*TEAM BERARD*
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This means that Deborah Berard Photography is coming BACK to Texas as well!
    Are you ready?

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Cadogan Cowper, La Belle Dame Sans Merci

Thursday, November 15, 2012

I have been battling this flu since we arrived home from our cruise. Just can't seem to shake it? But I had a photo shoot that just could not be re-scheduled so it was time to put my big girl panties on and dose up on an abundance of cold medicine and head on out for our La Belle Dame Sans Merci inspired session.

Tyson Keanum and Amy Schaming worked their little tails off all night and on into the wee hours of the morning. Pinning over 500 safety pins to the 6 panels of the dress to hold each panel together and to hold the yellow florals on as well.
It was my responsibility to do the sewing, but with this cold being its stubborn self, that task was just NOT going to be completed in time.

HUGE props to both Amy and Tyson for their amazing rendition of the dress. Ya'll ROCK!!!!! And thank you to our fierce model Lydia Catherine for braving extremely chilly winds and an overcast sky to get that shot. You're such the trooper!

Here they are...

Enjoy!

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