Kim Hauman Photography

Accordion Mini Books

kimhauman — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 19:56:14 +0000

If you want a brag book that you can carry around, the mini accordion book is for you! The are available in two sizes, both of which will fit in your purse. They are printed on a variety of paper: standard semi-gloss, art linen, art watercolor, art recycled, and pearl. UV coating can also be added. Cover options include fabrics, leathers, suedes, or a personalized custom photo cover in lustre or metallic with a matte laminate.

Front Cover

Inside accordion pictures and design

Back Cover

Minimum order of 3 books. Frosted slip covers available.
Let me know if you are interested, and I will design one from your session.

The Wyatt Family

kimhauman — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 15:08:15 +0000

I had the pleasure of assisting a fellow photographer on Saturday morning. This photographer and I work so well together. We bounce ideas off of one another and truly make an amazing team. She welcomed me to shoot an amazing Chicago family. Miles, almost 4 weeks old, greeted us in a bright color Maya Wrap Baby sling. Adorable!!

And waiting around the corner was Ellis. His three year old bother.

From that moment, I knew that it was going to be a fun filled shoot. There home was amazing. So much light. A city condo, high rise, with windows in EVERY room. Unheard of.

Ellis is filled with energy. He loves his trains and knows how to use the iPad.

This beautiful table provided such a fantastic reflection.

Their bedroom was the perfect place for a little family photo.

It is so obvious how much they adore their children. It was so much fun spending time with them during this shoot.

A beautiful family

Until next time!

Audriana

kimhauman — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 02:58:43 +0000

Audriana is my closest cousin’s second child. This was my first time meeting her. She is three months old and just a doll. Not to mention her older sister, Madyson, is such a big girl. Madyson held her baby sister so confidentially. Madyson looks like a replica of her mommy, and I think Audriana has a little of her daddy.

Meet audriana

Isn’t her smile contagious?

And look at how much her big sister loves her!

Eventually we wore Audriana out. She was so cute sleeping all cuddled up.

I mean — look at this face— Love this little girl!Your Fake Aunt Kimmy

Mason

kimhauman — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 02:55:32 +0000

This past weekend I returned to my hometown to walk in the Race for the Cure in memory of my mom. My mom’s sister and all her children come into town. My cousins all have children (6 altogether). This is the one time all year that I get to see all my cousins and their kids. Even the oldest cousin was able to come this time!!

Well, this time, both my cousin Andrea and Amy had new additions to their family. We spent the afternoon on Saturday in my Grandma’s empty living room taking picture. Mason, my youngest cousin’s newborn was first. Now that I think about it, what would my first cousin’s baby be to me? My second cousin? Not fully sure. Mason looks just like his daddy. He was such a good baby while we spent time moving him every which way.

Resting peacefully in his mothers hands

How precious is he!

Look at that little smile!! So sweet and innocent in his sleep.

The Luetje Family

kimhauman — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:58:20 +0000

Beautiful family, beautiful day!

This was a type of shoot that I wanted for my family before my mom passed away. While my dream didn’t come true, I can’t tell you how happy I am to be able to create memories for other families. This shoot was so much fun. What a happy, vibrant family. Such a pleasure to spend the evening with you. And a huge thanks to Rita Spevak for assisting me on this shoot! It is always so much fun to have an assistant and second shooter!

Mom and Dad

Mom and Dad with all their children

Siblings

and everyone together

Grandma and Grandpa with their Grandchildren

the Sieks family

the adorable kids

and the surprise engagement!!

June Weekday Special

kimhauman — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 23:58:02 +0000

School is out for summer!!

I am offering $50 off the session fee if you book a weekday session in June. Please contact me and let me know that you heard of the special via my blog to book your appointment.

Heaven received an angel one year ago…

kimhauman — Thu, 19 May 2011 04:25:46 +0000

You can only have one mother
Patient kind and true;
No other friend in all the world,
Will be the same to you.

When other friends forsake you,
To mother you will return,
For all her loving kindness,
She asks nothing in return.

As we look upon her picture,
Sweet memories we recall,
Of a face so full of sunshine,
And a smile for one and all.

Sweet Jesus, take this message,
To our dear mother up above;
Tell her how we miss her,
And give her all our love.

- Irish Funeral Prayer

One year– one year– How has one year passed without her?

A year and a half ago, my dad asked me to do a photo shoot of my mom. She was 4 months into her second diagnosis of breast cancer. She was almost finished with chemo for the second time. Mom wanted to remember her fight. She wanted to be able to look back at the road she fought. Honestly, I never really looked through these pictures. I processed a couple …. but tonight, I processed all of them. I couldn’t help but including almost all of them even though they are all so similar. Mom was really uncomfortable during the photo shoot. She definitely stepped out of her comfort zone capturing these memories. I, too, stepped out of my comfort zone. I think I froze at times not knowing how to pose or capture the memories of my mom with cancer. How does one capture it correctly?

As I spent the evening sorting through this photo session, I smiled and cried. What a beautiful lady she was. Always with a smile on her face. She was the most caring person I know. Mom always put everyone before her self until the very end. A year ago on Mother’s Day mom was taken to the ER for having trouble breathing. She got her way and talked the doctor into releasing her with oxygen because her granddaughters were home celebrating Mother’s Day and her 56th birthday. Never would have imagined it would be our last birthday celebration and the last time she saw the twins. Although blurry — the last kiss captured on camera.

Words can’t really express all that I am thinking about right now. But what I can say is — she truly is the wind beneath my wings.

Click to watch (They wouldn’t let me upload the video)

Off to dream about mom….

Kim

Cate and Mia

kimhauman — Wed, 11 May 2011 03:14:04 +0000

This weekend I had the pleasure of meeting cousins, Baby Cate and Baby Mia. Both were home visiting grandma when they were finally able to meet each other for the first time. Mia lives in France and Cate lives in Washington, D.C. They are very close in age– Baby Cate is three weeks old and Baby Mia is three months old. This weekend they attended their first wedding wearing matching dresses!!

Here are some photos of Baby Mia and Baby Cate!

It was fabulous meeting the girls! Absolutely adorable!

Happy Birthday Mom

kimhauman — Tue, 10 May 2011 02:37:34 +0000

Today was a great Monday. The sun was shining and it finally felt like summer is around the corner. I feel very blessed for the little things in life right now. Yesterday was my first Mother’s Day without my mom. Two amazing friends joined me in walking the Y Me race yesterday morning. It brought mixed emotions. Sadness that my mom wasn’t a lucky survivor. But as I walked and saw all the people supporting loved ones… I was proud at the fighter my mom was. I have learned that although the road of cancer was a difficult road for our family, especially my mom, I am proud at the road we had and how we chose to travel our journey. My family was very blessed for the time that we were granted with my mom. I also feel very fortunate that my family stood by her side until her last breath. I am proud of my family for planning a beautiful celebration for her. Her favorite songs, singer, Isabelle Blooms, pictures, friends, and families were all present representing many of my moms favorite things.

As I sit here thinking about what would have been her 57th birthday tomorrow, I feel very fortunate for the wonderful 56 years we did have with mom. While I wish it could have been longer, I look forward to day when we will meet her beautiful smile again.

Happy Birthday Mom. I hear in Heaven — you don’t grow old or wear glasses!!

Love you!

Holden

kimhauman — Sun, 01 May 2011 23:27:47 +0000

I can’t believe it has been six months since I photographed Holden in his mommy’s belly!! He has grown up so much and is turning into quite the little guy. He is just adorable. This hat– totally makes me see Mr. Gavin DeGraw in him — which his parents and I have attended countless concerts together.

Holden has the biggest, most prettiest eyes. Just perfect!This is one of my favorite shoots from the day. I just love this outfit, especially the hat. That smile — just priceless. This next outfit represents the love Holden has for Soccer. Holden’s dad was a soccer player when he was in high school. I am sure Holden will be just as good if not a better soccer player then his daddy!You forget how flexible you are when you are a baby. Holden just loves to grab his feet and bring them up to his mouth. Nothing better then toes as a pacifier!!Leo and Holden have somewhat of a love hate relationship. They sure do love each other as you can tell in Leo’s Eyes in this picture.

But when Leo sits next to his brother…. it can often be pretty painful. Just a handful of hair and a pinch is almost always accompanied with a visit close to his brother.

I think Holden’s favorite part of the photo shoot was the time he spent in the basket!! He was very content hanging out in there!!

As the shoot started to wind down — we spent some time in Holden’s nursery. He couldn’t have been any cuter sitting in his crib just hanging out.

Holden has so many stuffed animals… he adores them

I had a great time capturing your memories!!! Can’t wait to continue to see you grow up into a little man!

Hugs,

Kim