Hot HOT hot....How many more ways can I say it?

And I am not JUST talking about the weather! Although it was 110 heat index reading, Andrea and Joe are the pictures of perfection! A LOVELY service at St. Laurence Catholic Church followed by a two hour break for photos, and a BEAUTIFUL reception at the Houstonian!

Congratulations you two! May you have MANY more HOT August days in your future!!!!

Madeline and Mason are One!!!!!

Yes, it's been awhile since I have been able to do a blog. Busy summer! Hope you all had a GREAT one! But this one HAD to be done.

Louise + Andrew

I met this stunning couple, who live in California, only once prior to the wedding. So, for some people this would mean a little awkwardness on the wedding day. NOT ME! I felt like I had know Louise and Andrew for years! This wedding goes in my books as one of my best ever, not just from the photographic standpoint, but I feel so lucky to have been there.

The wrote their own vows. They. were. perfect. Yes, I do cry at weddings too~ Ok, but then there were some laughs, LOTS of them!

Small world too: I new several of the guests, and the minister, talk about 6 degrees of separation!

I can't put a highlight on the evening because there were so many. But, you HAVE to look at this UNBELIEVABLE Groom's cake!

Thanks Louise and Andrew for allowing us to be there! Your families and friends are awesome and we wish you both a VERY HAPPY life together!

Lauren + Dustin

Here are a few photos from Lauren and Dustin's wedding in April!

It was a BUSY and Beautiful Day~I am sure you will agree that Lauren is absolutely stunning!

More to come! Comments welcomed!

Lindsay+ Dan

Thanks Lindsay and Dan for letting us be a part of your day! I have to say....your bridesmaids were ALL FABULOUS! Everything was beautiful!

More photos to come~but busy times, means no time to chat! :)

Megan + Steven

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

BEAUTIFUL! And SUPER fun! Here are a few photos from Megan and Steven's Engagement Session in Austin!

Spring Break. South by Southwest. And Hurricane strength wind that weekend!

But that did not stop us from accomplishing our mission of FABULOUS photos!

Can.not.wait.until.the.wedding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Courtney+Jon

I met Courtney and Jon about a year ago, had the opportunity to photograph them at the beach for their engagement session. This is one of my favorite images ever!

If you were at the wedding, you know what a wonderful evening it was. You know how supportive their families are of them. You would have teared up when Rick and Sarah gave their toasts.

But most of all, you know that Courtney and Jon are committed to spending their lives together~and once again, I got to be a part of it.

Thank you!

Rylan

Rylan Click on the name to the left to look at this sweet family! Thank you to the Black Family for sharing your precious children with me!

Charity and Troy

Charity and Troy Click on the names to the left to see highlights of their wedding!

Charity and Troy

To my friends Charity and Troy: May you have a blessed life together, and enjoy all the good things that God has given you! Thank you for inviting me to capture the beginning of your new life together! Love, Candace

Celebrating a Holiday....

Lauren Holiday that is, in her stunning bridal shoot that took place in Dallas at The Mansion on Turtle Creek. It was President's day, and my husband and I celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary, so it was certainly a HOLIDAY weekend to celebrate!

The trip to Dallas couldn't have been better: a gorgeous hotel, some nice meals coupled with an awesome session with Lauren....Here's a sample of Ms. Holiday's bridal...

Bigs turns 3 today!!!!

Where has the time gone!!! I can't believe it's been three years since the Lord blessed my husband and I with our little man, aka Big Big, Mister, Bigs, or his personal favorite Darth Vader...

When we ask him how old he is today, he says "I'm free momma!" There's no shortage of laughs from Mister's BIG personality. When you ask him his name, "My name is MaGwegor Genius!" And yes he certainly is to us...

Happy Birthday to my semi-sweet boy!

Katie and Ramie

When I met these two, I liked them INSTANTLY! We had a little competition going on for their date, but they booked 1st and I am SO glad. The reason is, after spending last Sunday afternoon with them, I confirmed what I already knew...THEY ARE AWESOME! So, the session was Superbowl Sunday, Ramie is a TOTAL trooper. There are some images I cannot post....because I don't want to ruin the surprise for their "Save-The-Dates", but as soon as they give me the green light, you better believe they will be on my BLOG!

Presley

Presley Click on the name to the Left to see a short clip of Presley's 1st Birthday Session! Again...where did the year go?????

Woo-hoo! I got my certification.....

I am a Certified Professional Photographer from the Professional Photographers of America (PPA)! I had to pass a rigorous test, had to submit my past photography work to a panel of judges for review, and must renew my credentials every 5 five years through continuing education in order to commit to this prestigious certification. Lots of work, but I’m willing to do it. Let me tell you why...

To receive this certification asserts to the general public that I am a Certified Professional Photographer, in other words, a quality professional. Receiving this certification puts me in the 8% of professional photographers (which is less that 1,725 in the world) that have this certification. It’s like quality assurance because certification is a credential consumers and businesses understand.

More importantly, it conveys to my clients WHY they should choose my services over my competitors. Since I had to enter my past work for a panel of judges to review, I have to thank my clients. If not for the wonderful pictures you have allowed me to take of you, your family, and all your special moments, I would NOT have been able to gain this certification.

I can't say this enough, but each and every one of you are special people in my life and Thank You is an under statement of my gratitude. If not for you all letting me into your lives, I could not do my job!

To show my appreciation, I am offering a complementary 8x10 on your next session if anyone comments. Thank you again!!!

Mark Your Calendars....

Upcoming photo sessions: Spring Photos and Bluebonnets! Spring is rapidly approaching and soon it will be time to capture your family in vibrant spring colors! Bluebonnets will be schedule during April so call and book your appointment now as they are already filling up!

Studio Pricing: Spring Photos and Bluebonnets

$150 Session fee

Complete session discs can be purchased for $1500
Packages begin at $499

Also we have redeveloped some of our packages for children's photography sessions. Our Baby Plan has changed to the following:

BeBe $400 (plus tax) it includes:

Newborn or Maturity Session
Three Month Session

Six Month Session

Twelve Month Session

Each session includes a complimentary 8x10

Call to book your appointment if your expecting, (281) 545-9898

And to continue capturing your children's growing years, new to Candace Byers Photography:
Grow With Me $250 this package captures your children ages two through five.

Call now to book your appointment (281) 545-9898, spring photos and bluebonnet sessions are limited and fill up quick! See you all at our next session.

Charlotte

Charlotte~ Click on her name to the left to see a preview of Charlotte's first photo session!
What a sweet little star she is. Charlotte did beautifully for her first photo session~mom and dad did too! Congratulations Sarah and Robbie~and to the Balena and Wade families....what a wonderful addition to your families! I am so blessed to get to photograph her!

Maddi

Maddi

It's 2011 and we're off and running...

Wow, it's a new year and I've already booked most of my weddings for the year! Not to worry though...I’m still looking to book 8 more weddings for this year - so come in and book your wedding before it's too late!

I'm so excited to have new brides and grooms! It's an exciting time for them, and I get to share in that, it's truly special!

I do want to thank all my brides and grooms from 2010, they never cease to amaze me. The caliber of the men and women I get to work with just surpass my expectations all the time. I loved working with all brides and grooms. They were all creative and unique - just fantastic models, which equaled fantastic pictures. From the bottom of my heart - Congratulations to all of you! Here are just a few of my brides and grooms....