The "D" Family Sneak Peek | Cedar Rapids, IA Family Photographer

Isn't this one of the most gorgeous families ever??? Adorable kids, good looking parents - what more could a photographer ask for?? Thank you so much for spending your evening with me, I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

Hunter's Sneak Peek | Cedar Rapids, IA Children's Photographer

Hunter was a busy, busy little guy, but hey....what else would you expect out of a 1.5yr old? I actually had a blast chasing him around and watching his curious hands explore EVERYTHING! Thanks for spending the evening with me!

Miss L's Sneak Peek | Cedar Rapids, IA Children's Photographer

Miss L just turned 3 and came to me for the first time tonight. We braved the mosquitos - and let me tell you....they were BAD - and played in the clover. She showed me how a princess dances, and helped me understand that cows definitely do not say "cock-a-doodle-doo" (darn it - I always get that one wrong). She was very adorable, and I had a great time!

Please enjoy your sneak peek!

Meet L. | Cedar Rapids, IA Children's Photographer

Meet L. She is incredibly adorable, with the most gorgeous big brown eyes! She has a GREAT personality, and is so much fun to talk with. She loved posing for me, and had plenty of ideas of her own. She was such a joy to photograph!! Enjoy your sneak peek....and show her family your love (via comments).

5/4 - 5/12 Contest Entries | Cedar Rapids, IA Family, Newborn, and Children's Photographer

Please respond in the comments section of this post to place your entry into this week's contest! Remember to tell your friends, and if we can get more than 20 entries, I will give away TWO weekly prizes (mini-sessions) this week. Each entry counts as an entry into the grand prize drawing to take place on May 14th! Good luck!

Contest Update | Cedar Rapids, IA Family, Newborn, and Children's Photographer

Okay, so I failed at my contest duties while on vacation, sooooo........I will be extending the contest dates, and doing one more week of entries, and a grand prize winner will be announced on May 14th. (Please scroll down a few posts for contest details)

I apologize for the mess up......let's make this last week the best one yet!!! Spread the word and let's see those entries roll in!!! If I can get more than 20 entries this week, I will give out TWO mini-sessions!

As a reminder - Nicole Hess.....our week 1 winner.....I accidentally deleted your message and don't have your phone number! Could you please call again, or send me a message/email!!! I'd love to get your mini-session set up for you!

4/3 - 4/9 Contest Winner | Cedar Rapids, IA Family, Newborn, and Children's Photographer

Sorry I didn't keep up with the contest while I was on vacation - I really had every intention of doing so, but ended up being much busier than anticipated!! So, anyway....without further "ado" the winner from the 4/3 - 4/9 week is.............................




Kim Johnson!!!!

Shoot me an email Kim, and we can schedule your mini-session!

A. Turns 3! | Cedar Rapids, IA Children's Photographer

I had the joy of photographing little "A." last week. She is just adorable, and so precious. I loved talking to her, and watching as her facial expressions changed. She was a little hesitant to leave Mom's side, but I think we got some great shots anyway!! Feel free to comment away, and show this family how beautiful you think their little girl is!

I have returned! | Cedar Rapids, IA Portrait Photographer

Hi everyone! My children and I have finally returned from vacation, and I'm just now getting caught back up on everything. I will announce winners for the most recent drawings, and a grand prize winner will be announced soon!

I appreciate your patience as I get everything organized and up to date. I might even get a few vacation pictures up :)

Contest Entries 4/3 - 4/9 | Eastern Iowa Child, Newborn, and Family Photographer

Post your contest entries for this week in the comments section of this blog post!

My Baby is 10 Months Today | Cedar Rapids, IA Children's Photographer

Today is my little guy's 10 month birthday, and in honor of that, I thought I'd share some recent pics of him. He truly is the happiest little guy, and we are so blessed to have him in our lives!

Jessica's Maternity Sneak Peek | Cedar Rapids, IA Maternity Photographer

Jessica came yesterday with the most gorgeous baby belly! Perfectly round and beautiful! I had a blast and can't wait to meet her little guy once he's born. Please enjoy the sneak peek, and show her your love via the comment section :)

Sneak Peak of Baby Emylia | Eastern Iowa Child, Newborn, and Family Photographer

Here's a sneak peak of the tiniest baby I've ever held. She is just so precious. I think I could hold her all day :) Anyway....enjoy the sneak peek and show this family your love by posting comments below!

Baby Anna Sneak Peek | Eastern Iowa Child, Newborn, and Family Photographer

This is my sweet little niece Anna. She can be a little sensitive sometimes (hey, she's a girl....it's a girl's perogative, right?), so I was a little worried that all the lights flashing might make her freak out, but she did FANTASTIC. She was a little stingy with the smiles, but we snuck a few in anyway :) Enjoy!

Contest Entries 3/27 - 4/2 | Eastern Iowa Child, Newborn, and Family Photographer

Post your entries into this week's contest here!

This Week's Mini Session Winner! | Eastern Iowa Child, Newborn, and Family Photographer

We had 11 entries this week, and the winner of this week's free mini session is........

......Nicole Hess!!

Congratulations Nicole! Give us a call, or send us a message to set up your free mini session. We look forward to working with you! You will also be entered into the grand prize drawing at the end of April (as will all those who entered this week).

This week's contest begins TODAY! So, let's see those comments start rolling in :) Remember, you can enter once per day.

A-List | Eastern Iowa Child, Newborn, and Family Photographer

We're on the A-List! What's the A-List??

The KCRG-TV9 A-List is an interactive city guide featuring promotional contests hosted by KCRG-TV9 and powered by CityVoter. The A-List profiles local businesses and allows consumers to vote for and recommend their favorites.

So, stop by and give us a vote or 2. We'd really appreciate it!

Vote Here!

Free Session Entries 3/22 - 3/26 | Eastern Iowa Child, Newborn, and Family Photographer

Want to enter to win one of the free sessions?? Post your Facebook or Twitter link in the comments of this post!

Free Session!!! | Eastern Iowa Child, Newborn, and Family Photographer

It's time to give away a FREE photo session! That's right, I said FREE! Why you ask? Because I feel like celebrating the new Facebook fan page. Haven't seen it yet?? Check it out here:

http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Cedar-Rapids-IA/Bella-Tu-Photography/101997563172592?ref=ts

Here's how to enter.....

If you Twitter, tweet this: Bella Tu Photography is giving away a FREE photo session www.bellatuphotography.blogspot.com

If you have Facebook, post this as your status: Bella Tu Photography is giving away a FREE photo session www.bellatuphotography.blogspot.com

Then, come back here and post a link (via comments) to your Facebook or Twitter account. Limit is one per day! The contest will open today, March 22nd and end on Friday, April 30th at midnight. The grand prize winner will be announced on Saturday, May 1st.

So....what are the prizes?? A weekly giveaway of a free mini session will be drawn from that week's entries, and of course, the grand prize:

A FREE session plus a $30 print credit to be used however you wish!

So....start the buzz, and get your friends involved too!

Easter/Spring Mini Sessions | Eastern Iowa Child, Newborn, and Family Photographer

Bella Tu Photography will be holding Spring Mini Sessions on Saturday, March 27th!

Mini sessions are portrait sessions at a specific location that are shorter than a typical session and very laidback and fun!

Bella Tu Photography mini sessions are 25 minutes (usually only 2-3 poses) and include a free sheet of wallets. The cost is $25.

A Spring Mini Session is perfect for Easter or First Communion portraits or surprise portraits for Mother's Day or Father's Day!

The available times for booking a mini session are:

10:00 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
break
1 p.m.
1:45 p.m.
2:15 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
3:45 p.m.

Spring mini sessions will be held in the studio.

Sessions will run according to schedule, so please be on time to make the most of your session!

Since mini sessions have such a limited time, they probably work best for babies who are sitting up or older children who can make the most of the short sessions. You might consider a full session for a very active toddler, who may take a while to warm up to the camera and unfamiliar location. However, while that is just something to keep in mind, in the end you always know what works best for your child!

Please contact me at bellatuphotography@hotmail.com or call 319.270.1419 about booking a mini session for Saturday, March 27th.

We look forward to seeing you this spring!!

Gorgeous little M.

Just wanted share little M with you all.....what a gorgeous, happy, little baby!