Capturing Today's Moments for Tomorrow's Memories

We are BACK to BLOGGING!!!!

2009-04-08T13:43:00.004-06:00

I know we haven't blogged in FOREVER!! But we are back and who better to start with than this favorite client! Here is a sneak peak from our session this morning just for mommy n daddy! Happy Birthday Payton!! See you next week for your second session..thats right this little Cutie Bug gets a second session...and why...cause she is Daddy's Princess thats why! :)

A few updates.... sorry it has been so long..

2008-12-11T12:27:00.003-06:00

Sorry we have not updated in awhile, we have been swamped!! But we are on Face Book and update that regularly so check us out on there..Friend Request us and be able to get notices about savings and upcoming portrait specials!

Payton Anne

2008-11-10T18:45:00.005-06:00

She is growing up so fast! While editing these images, we couldn't help but have a silly grin on our faces. She just brings a smile to everyone who sees her!

No matter the weather

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This family was amazing even in the freezing cold! We got some amazing images despite the bitterness of fall.

Family, Family, and more Family.

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So many Engagement Sessions!!!!

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We look forward to doing everyone of your weddings coming up this next year!! We can't wait!

Jenna and her fam!!!!

2008-10-27T15:40:00.007-06:00

I love this pictures...and it is a great family pictures for this group because they are a crazy bunch~I can say this because it is Jenna and her family! They were crazy!

I had to yell at Jenna to behave more than any other client ..LOL! But we had fun despite the cold windy day! Although Jenna insisted it was not windy..she needs to look up the definition of windy cause pretty sure her definition is not the same that Webster has..LOL!! Anyways Loved the family!

And a Happy Anniversary to Jenna for staying with us

(and putting up with us) for another Year!!!!

Love you!!

I love these two girls!!

Can't say they are not sisters!!

They look so much alike!!!

The Peterson family..well minus Rick

2008-10-27T15:07:00.005-06:00

They came....All the way from Indiana!! Two months ago... I could have said they came all the way from Colorado!

And although that makes it sound like they came all the way for just photos..they didn't really....but then again they did!!

We are excited that they are back in our neck of the woods. Now although they are our dearest friends and came to visit as friends we did have to do a photo shoot. Evan and Madi have been my little models since...well I started Creative Candids (they were in diapers:))

But they moved almost two years ago and have been faithful to Creative Candids as there "Professional Photography studio" so here is a little from our "QUICK" photo shoot before heading out for the Fun night at Pizza Machine!

Here is a one of Madi and Even.....

Never know this picture maybe in a wedding slide show someday Hahahah.

Loved this family...

2008-10-27T14:46:00.005-06:00

They braved the very very windy day and the cold and I think against the odds of weather..they turned out pretty good!!

Super Sweet Couple! John & Rachel

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Congratulations Alyssa and Cassy!!!

2008-10-22T08:40:00.006-06:00

I have a super sweet friend and many of you know her..Annette Gaddis...if you have a little girl from the age of 2-16 she was ... AKA Princess Wishes Owner!! And although every lil girl in the area misses Princess Wishes, we stand behind FAMILY TIME 100% and as the Gaddis family said goodbye to the store we support them in the new chapter of there families lives....Many of You may also know her two beautiful daughters Cassy and Alyssa..well they wrote and recorded this song. They have done an amazing job and we are all soooo proud of them and I hope all of you will take a moment and listen to it...we send out a special prayer to those men and woman who are so faithfully serving our country! GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILIES!!

Congratulations Girls!!! Your in our prayers!! The song is beautifully done!!!

http://www.thepriceofpeace.org/music.html

And don't forget to BUY the song to benefit those families here in IL!!!!!

Book your Family session today!!

2008-10-20T13:43:00.005-06:00

We are booking up fast for our family sessions. If you are wanting those amazing Christmas cards that were sent out last year you better call and book your session today! If you call and book your session this week...Oct.20-Oct 25th. You will receive the creation of your Christmas card for free!!!

So Call soon!! 726-6523

LOTS OF POSTS!!!

2008-10-19T21:54:00.003-06:00

OK.....So we posted ALOT of pictures and a few videos!! keep checking back as we catch up we will be posting more..daily. Make sure you scroll all the way down we posted ALOT!! :-)

And Thank You for all those of you have sent your Sympathy regarding the recent Loss of my grandmother, and thank you for giving me the grace of having off a week and half off while we attended to family! A week and half is soooo long during this busy time of year! But we are getting back on track and on top of things!!!

And a GREAT BIG THANK YOU & I LOVE YOU to JENNA!!! She was AMAZING during the week and half I had to take off! With out her I don't know what I would do. She is the best EVER!! Love you....D.Q!!!

Random Pics

2008-10-19T21:37:00.003-06:00

Illinois Twins Club Convention! 80's Party.. Over 150 woman from all over the state of Il,

all of whom have either twins, triplets or more!!

Just a sneak peak at a couple of the many group shots we did!

Our Favorite model..Hillary!

Miss Pro!

Cutie - Ian!!! Look at those Eyes!

Super Fun Pictures.....

Yes...Jessie...I LOVE YOU TOO!!!

Darcie...we had a BLAST with you and your mom! Thanks for Choosing us!

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More seniors as we start to wrap up the 2008 school year!!

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Thanks for such a fun session Chelsea

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SOUTHEAST VS. Taylorville

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family

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Love

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The Best Friends and Neighbors EVER!!!

2008-10-19T17:43:00.004-06:00

This photo session is bitter sweet...My whole family LOVES the McKennas and we have done there pictures for...well years!! And Pat has been the youth minister at Cherry Hills for 13 years!!! But they will be moving to Tennessee as soon as they sell there house ....(PLUG..1302 West Glenn Ave is for Sale..large family house in a great neighborhood)....anyways they have promised they will always come back for there Annual Family pictures...or bring me down there....YEA!!! I love the first few pictures... it is refreshing to see a couples who are still married after years of being together and still be playful and still in love!!

We will miss you guys deeply but we are grateful for the friendship we have shared in this season of our lives!

In our Hearts ALWAYS!!!

Two new sets of To-Be-Wed's

2008-10-06T17:48:00.006-06:00

This one is for laughs. Our session started out with alot of help from the person on the bench behind these two! Only the three of us will know what went on. But it made for REAL smiles and lots of laughs!

Bailey and Jared

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Lori and George

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Melanie and Jason

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Crystal and Kyle

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Stevi and Blake

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Only Stevi can pull off Red AirForce 1's with her wedding dress!

2009 seniors

2008-10-02T10:23:00.006-06:00

Can you believe that its been a month since our last post! It seems like we just posted last week. Its been so busy that we are taking just a few minutes to try and give everyone a sample of what we have been doing the past few weeks. Seniors are coming from all over to Experience the Difference of Creative Candids~ We are so excited to have so many new Seniors from all around!

The Elliotts!!

2008-09-02T15:27:00.003-06:00

Here are some of my Favorite little boys...I have photographed these little cuties since....well...in the womb!! Even did mom and dad's engagement pictures!

Aren't they Adorable!!!

And I can't photograph the two son's of Lindsay's Elementary School P.E Teacher and SHS Assistant Baseball coach with out pictures of baseballs being part of there theme...LOL

And here is the Big Man himself...

Everyone who knows (which everyone does know) Mr. Elliott LOVES him,

He is a great teacher, daddy, husband and friend.

Hilary & Blake=LOVE and Photos that ROCK!!

2008-09-02T12:13:00.010-06:00

I love these guys! They are my AbSoLuTe FAVORITE couple in the world! They are so cute together and have so much fun. Plus they look AMAZING together!

We photographed them last year in the river and we still get amazing comments on there pictures.

Jenna and I celebrated her Birthday(HAPPY 23rd Birthday Jenna)... with these guys Saturday night and then pretty much hung out with them most of Monday! And we still didn't get all the pictures we wanted soooo we are doing another session to finish up here soon. Some of you may recognize Blake from WDBR and Hilary is a an amazing golfer and was the only amateur that played in the LPGA State Farm Classic at Panther Creek this past July!

Love this one because if you look close..they are advertising for me! This just may have to be our new business card!!LOL

A special THANKS to Jenna and Jessie for the AMAZING TATS!!! LOL

OK......this was the most fun session...we may have to repaint the studio after this session...ok well lets say we DID repaint the studio but now I have to repaint it again....splattered paint all over may not look very professional..... but it was a blast!!!

School is In but the Senior Sessions are still going Strong!

2008-09-02T11:24:00.005-06:00

Another Desination Senior!! So much Fun!!

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Another Senior...what a sweetie!!

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And still More Seniors..

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Playing Catch up

2008-08-21T15:02:00.002-06:00

OK, so we all know this 2008 wedding season has not even begun to slow down. We have had SO many amazing weddings! We have had the opportunity of photographing so many amazing couples. Here are some samples of the past four weddings. Thanks to each of you for helping us capture your beautiful days!

Crystal and Chris

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Stephanie and Brian

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Jessica and Curtis

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Keesha and Chance

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Seniors 2009

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So many Seniors to catch up on. Here are some peeks at some AMAZING sessions!

WoW!! What a great time we had with these girls! So Many more Pictures!

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Sarah-SHG-Thanks for the Great Destination Senior Session!

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Samantha! Thanks for sharing your Birthday with us..your session was AwEsOmE!!!

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Hillary!!! Gotta Love Our Fav Girl!!

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Sara you were AWESOME!!! What a great session we had!

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Lots of sessions!!

2008-07-31T17:07:00.024-06:00

So busy!! Thanks to everyone for being patient as we are tyring to get everyone done and give you a sneak peak as well. SENIORS...don't for get to call Tomorrow through Monday are the last days to sign up for the next DESTINATION Senior Session.
Call for details!! And to book your time slot. They are going fast and we only have a few more spots available!

Still working on more..will post soon.

This was no ordinary family session!! ;-)

Love when siblings come to us for Senior Pictures!! We were able to shoot Mindi's Brother a couple years back...both were fun to work with!

What a smile!!

What a fun blessing to be able to photograph newborn twins...they were perfect. And then we were able to do there pictures a few weeks later.

Last week I had to photograph a baby that had passed away...mom was only 23 weeks pregnant. It was a sad day but to know that the family will treasure these pictures in the months and years to come..makes it worth it! Ironically, it was on the anniversary of two of our own personal friends that also lost their babies...one at 20 weeks and the other 9 days old. It is reassuring to know that when we get to heaven we will meet all these little guys again!

But we are thankful that God's blessed this family with beautiful baby boys!!

Sooo meet Gavin & William!!

Favorite Clients...I love these girls...makes you feel special when your greeted with hugs!!

It's a small world. This client came down from the Chicago land area and we had friends in common!! They were sooo sweet!! I look forward to seeing them again!!

Another precious child!!! She was soooo cute!

The twins...a couple weeks older!!! ;-)

This was a CELEBRATING ADOPTION Session..we are sooo excited for the White Family!

What a CuTiE!!!

THE END!! LOL

Madison Paige

2008-07-24T18:16:00.006-06:00

Ok......so I was finally able to take pictures of "My BaBy GiRl " -Madison.

We have been planning this shoot since school got out...guess you have to wait a bit for the GREAT picture sessions! I ordered this skirt SIX weeks ago just for this photo shoot. And it just came in!! I had all intentions of shooting her in a field but funny things happen!!!! And I figure why bother, We came up with a few other cooler locations...and these photos rock! It also helps that I have such a cutie for a daughter..who loves to smile and pose for the camera!

So the outfit was in and the hair done up (BY Amy at Sharpers Salon-lil plug for our favorite hairdresser)and my all time favorite model= the best photo shoot!!

She is growing up so fast. She loves to be in front of the camera (if you couldn't tell) but she also LOVES to be behind the camera. One day she will take over. Clients already are requesting for Madi to help out...as she entertains there kiddo's!

I know I am just a bias mom...but can I say..I think she is adorable!!

Jenny & Jared!

2008-07-22T19:16:00.006-06:00

These guys were so sweet and the only ones we know to play Dave Mathews before their ceremony! Lots of fun times at this weeding!! Thanks guys!

Megan & Mark

2008-07-22T18:37:00.008-06:00

These guys were GREAT and they had an amazing wedding & reception. Our staff has voted the appetizers the best that we have ever had!! LOL The wedding party was great to work with and we were even told from one of the bridesmaids that she has been in SEVEN weddings this past year and we were by far the most fun and creative...HOW FUN is that compliment!!!

Happy Kiddio's

2008-07-17T22:20:00.002-06:00

Although today was a hot day, we had some pretty cool sessions. I loved these guys. They were great to work with! And the kids were all soooo cute! Just a little sneak peak!

Thought I would put a couple out there before we head out of town for two weddings!

Destination Senior Style!!

2008-07-15T20:40:00.010-06:00

We have brought back the Photo Video for these girls cause we had sooo many it was hard to blog only a few... There are a TON more pictures girls but here is a sneak peak!!!

Seniors if you are wanting to book with us for our next

DESTINATION SENIOR STYLE SESSION..call today.

The next date is in Aug and One in Sept! Don't miss out.

Guys you can join too! 217-726-6523

DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS!!

And the Next 5 senior who call to book our destination package..will win a Free Gift!!

Comment: Hey Brandy, I just saw your blog and my photos! OMG!!!! It looks unbelievable!!! Hard part will be picking which one. Can we do this again sometime? I had a TON of fun! -Tess

Comment: Hey Brandy, This is Lori, Tess' mom. I bet I looked at the video of Tess on your blog at "least" ten times. The photos are amazing! I guess there is a connection between photographer and model? Tess really loves the shot with her laying on the motorcycle, but then she loves all of the shots. The graffiti wall was phenomenal. Hopefully, all went well for you on Monday. The other photos from your seniors look really great. I love the music and video presentation. Again the photos were unbelievable!! thanks, Lori

Thanks for the prop Chris!!!

Tess

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Becka

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Destination Seniors!

2008-07-15T16:16:00.003-06:00

This past Sunday and Monday, we had the chance to photograph some AMAZING Seniors. These girls were up for just about anything! We had awesome locations and well of course fun girls to work with! Thanks so much. We can not wait for the next time we have a group of Destination Seniors.

Brittany

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Kaitlyn

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Josh and Cassie

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Jake and Jill

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Barrett and Cathy

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Fun Wedding, Beautiful Models, Amazing Friends...Priceless shots

2008-07-02T16:08:00.019-06:00

OK.... Jenna and I had the best weekend!! We shot an extremely fun wedding on Saturday (Pictures to post soon...all I have to say is what photographer will buy a kick'in couch and bring it onto the capitol lawn..or shoot the wedding party on RR-Tracks)..OH yeah that would be US!! I am sure the idea will be duplicated by other photog's in no time but what can I say it was a fun idea and the wedding party loved it!

Here is a sneak peak

And then on Sunday we shoot some amazing models at a kick'in club~and we met some amazing people!

Chris all I can say is you ROCK!!!
Neil you also ROCK! You are way to CoOoOoL!! Love Your wife too!
A fun pic of one of our fav models at the after party! See you again soon Em!

Meet who like to call "Orange Crush"

Mistress of the Day...

Love this couple!

See you all again soon for the next photo shoot!

SENIORS if you want in on a photo shoot like this call soon our next date is booking up Fast!
One of a kind locations and destinations.

Call before July 9th to reserve your Kickin Senior Session!!

More kiddo's!!

2008-06-26T10:07:00.006-06:00

Meet Mr. Copper..he is absolutely adorable! We had a blast capturing his fun personality!

Following in daddy's footsteps!

Here is Mommy & Copper! Shannon and I have been friends.. well since I moved to Springfield in the late 80's! We have been best friends and college roommates, she was even one of my bridesmaids! Although she lives far away now..our friendship is always close to heart!
Love these little kiddos. Seems like they were just here but then again Lil Bug was just a new born then! But we had fun they are so easy to photograph and I look forward to seeing them again soon. It's fun when the kids are excited about pictures and they remember you too. I even got a big hug from the big sister..I knew it was going to be a sweet session after that!

So many Seniors...

2008-06-25T17:43:00.011-06:00

The Moore twins have definitely taken their senior pictures to a whole new level. Mafia themed, football, basketball, soccer, etc. It has been a blast! I can't wait to see other creative ideas from the seniors yet to come!

These two are of my Favorites of the guys! Thanks to the Seniors and the coaches for a Super Fun Shoot.

LOVE THIS ONE GIRLS!!

I know....kind of an odd picture..but they know what it means..LOL

More of the MOORE TWINS!!

Heres a few sample of our Amazing seniors~!!

Family Session!

2008-06-16T21:18:00.007-06:00

I LOVE this family! Amy came to me for her senior pictures and then her mom called and said we had to do family pictures. And I am so glad they did. They were a lot of fun and not to mention very photogenic family!

And by the way Bob...I will have to post a few other pictures "out there"!! LOL

They are quit comical!

This picture was taken because they had their wedding picture taken at this same Tree!

Although there is some debating going on there..I think it was sweet and so cute!

Then they wanted the kids there too! ;-)

Today's wedding was absolutly a blast!!

2008-06-14T23:01:00.009-06:00

This Bride and Groom not only were stunning but a blast to be with...the WHOLE wedding party was a blast! They were game for anything...if only we had had more time. but Just wait till we are able to do a TTD!!! Thanks guys for a great time today! There are soo many pictures but here is a sneak peak before you leave for the honeymoon!

Danny enjoyed being a statue...his idea by the way!! LOL

Isn't she STUNNING!

The guys were a little jealous that the girls got to use the umbrella's sooo we let me them play too!

And thanks to Courtney a lovely bride from the past who referred us! The Best compliment you can give us...is a referral...and we get most of our bookings from referrals, which is GREAT!!

Thanks Courtney, we always love seeing you!

Love the Cake!

The Moore Twins!

2008-06-12T20:20:00.008-06:00

Here is a sneak peak at today's session! These twins are GREAT!! I love them. There sister Nicole came to us a few years ago and now we get to capture these two. I can't wait till there other session..I can't tell ya what it will be, but it will be worth checking back to see what we captured!!

Lindsay Lighting-week!

2008-06-12T19:26:00.016-06:00

This week has been no different as far as being busy but I have to say we have had school Spirit! My daughter goes to Lindsay Elementary and we have had several sessions of families from the school over the last year, but this week alone we have had a few.

For starters we had Miss. Kulavic and her family. It was treat to meet her and her family.

And then this group of AdOrAbLe little girls filled our Studio with lots of laughter and smiles.

And they came to us because the two little girl directly below are Mrs. Boatman's Granddaughters. Mrs. Boatman is the Principal of Lindsay. She is a great principal and her daughter in law and grand-daughters were supper sweet! I am looking forward to taking Mrs. Boatman's entire family portraits in the fall!

And then there was Mr. Elliott's son Tyler..He is a cutie! Now I have photographed this family since Mr.&Mrs. Elliott...were DATING!! We love the Elliott family they are close friends of ours and it has been so fun to watch and capture there pictures from the beginning. From Engagement pictures, to maternity, to family shots to all the pictures in-between.

And still more Lindsay Families to come in the next couple of weeks!

Cuties!!

2008-06-09T13:58:00.005-06:00

Loved this session..clients from way back when I first started. They come and see me every so often and this little two year old amazed me! She was so good and followed directions so well. All the kids were great and I love photographing them. Each time they call I get excited to see them again!!