Hope Bray Photography

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I absolutely LOVE photography! I started taking classes when I lived in Italy in college & I have not been able to put my camera down since then! There is a story to tell behind every photograph & my goal is to capture those stories & the moments in life that are priceless. My style is unique, & I focus on capturing life from a perspective or angle that you might not otherwise see. I get SOOOO excited when I am editing photos that truly capture my photojournalistic style & the moment they were taken. I am married to an amazing man named Chris & I have 3 children - Chase (5) & Ellison (3), & Payton (4 months) who are often the subjects of my pictures:) I am located in Charlotte, NC but open to travel!

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roadtrip 2010

Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 12:40pm Posted in kids

(Hope Bray – Charlotte Children’s Photographer)

one of the things that I love the most about doing family shoots is to see how much parents adore their children. I mean every parent thinks that their child is the best thing since sliced bread, right? The way they look at them & smile at them & laugh when they do something cute is just the sweetest thing to watch. Ethan is one loved boy. When I left this shoot I had a smile on my face. First reason – this family rocks & I left with 2 more friends in this world. Second reason – I love the way they loved on Ethan. Priceless. They are so proud of him (as they should be) & it shows. This family traveled all the way from Raleigh to do their shoot so I hope that you guys thought it was worth it – I sure did!!

FYI – Just in case you missed one of my earlier posts about my new schedule…

One of my new “rules to self” of being a mom of 3 is to maintain sanity. I am a go-getter & a perfectionist to the 10th degree. Therefore I have set limits on myself to maintain some sort of work/life /sanity balance. I have decided to only do 1 shoot/week so I that I might actually have a chance at getting some sleep at night:) Because of that my fall is almost booked. If you are thinking about doing a fall session then please email me now or it might be too late!!

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“the new baby”

Thursday, July 8, 2010 at 7:33pm Posted in my adventures

(Hope Bray – Charlotte Children’s Photographer)

“the new baby” is what my kids call her… still. Sometimes they call her “gus” or “hockey” but usually it is just “new baby.” She is 7 weeks old & she has a name (Payton) but they will call her “the new baby.” I think it is b/c we decided not to find out what she was & so before she was born we all just referred to her as “the new baby.” But really? FOUR weeks later? I think it is pretty funny:) They do absolutely adore her though… they do the “baby hunt” every morning when they come downstairs & look for her everywhere, & they adorn her tiny hands with Silly Bandz & kisses everyday. Chase says that the heart shaped silly band is hers b/c she is his sweetie:) I feel a bit stressed out b/c she is growing out of the newborn phase SO fast & I don’t feel like I have enough “newborn” pictures of her. So far I have taken 1370 pictures (according to my computer) but somehow it is not enough – he he! Here are a few of the most recent ones of “the new baby.”

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wilkommen Stancik familie!

Thursday, July 8, 2010 at 5:23pm Posted in kids

(Hope Bray - Charlotte Children’s Photgrapher)

I have had several requests this summer for family shoots that include the entire extended family. I think this is a fantastic idea, esp. since many families are spread out all over the place & sometimes only get together once or twice a year. What better time than over summer vacation, right? Sarah is one of my dearest friends & a few weeks ago her brother, his wife, & their 2 precious kids came into town from GERMANY!! Their other sister got married & then they headed off for a week long vacation in Georgia together. Somewhere in there they managed to fit in a photo shoot too! Sarah & Cindy, I hope the cuteness factor of these pictures will far outweigh any memories you had of sweating to death that evening! Enjoy!

ps – I loved this shoot so much that I decided that our family needed one too… I will post those pics as soon as I can get them out!

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she’s perfect.

Thursday, June 24, 2010 at 6:42pm Posted in kids

(Hope Bray – Charlotte Children’s Photographer)

from head to toe. Absolutely perfect. Her tiny toes, little dot nose, & pretty pink lips. She is so squishy & loveable you just can’t get enough of her! I met this sweet baby, Hadley, on Father’s Day. Being that this was her father’s first official Father’s Day I am assuming that no golf bag, golf clubs, shirts, or ties will ever top the gift he received this year of becoming a dad. Her parents were absolutely smitten with her, of course. Since her & Payton were born only weeks apart it sent my mind spinning. They were born in the same year.. only 2 weeks apart, & live only miles apart. I wonder if they will ever know each other? Have tea parties together? Be in the same class in school? Play on the same tennis team? College roomates? I know.. totally crazy thoughts but as a mom you do tend to daydream about your kids future, don’t you? Well, I loved Hadley & I would be so happy if her & Payton were friends one day. Happy First Father’s Day to the proud mom & pop!

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latta love

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at 12:14pm Posted in kids

(Hope Bray – Charlotte Children’s Photographer)

“latta love” is what I have for this family! My goodness I love them.. each & every one of them:) These are some of our BF’s here in Charlotte – ours & our kids BF’s. As much as I love this family, it is NOTHING compared to the love they have for each other. Sweet. Sweet. Sweet. The way the boys love up on their little sister is precious & their parents who are well into their marriage act like they are still on their honeymoon! Now this is what I will miss next year… seeing these sweet faces day after day. I was having a hard time editing these pictures b/c I knew that it would not be long before I would not get to see them everyday if I wanted to…. boo!! Boy will I miss you guys…but I hope there is still a “latta love” left for us when we come back to visit!!

FYI – since baby #3 has slowed me down quite a bit & HB Photography is run by only yours truly then I have decided to limit my sessions quite a bit over the next year. That being said my spots are slim pickings for the rest of the summer & the fall. If you think you want a session between now & the end of the year then PLEASE email me ASAP b/c I am already filling up!!