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I hope you love it as much as I do! This will be your one-stop-shop for everything Betsy Marie! All the galleries are at the top and all the new blog posts are below! I hope this will make coming here an easier and more fun experience! I have lots of fun new stuff in the works! This was a long time coming!

The Birth of Austin Charles…

Births
02.07.2010
08:39PM
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I had the honor of photographing a 2nd birth (only a few weeks after the 1st) and this time it was my precious nephew!  Christina’s water broke at 2am, contractions started shortly after… so I raced to find people to watch my twins (husband worked yesterday) and then raced to Austin… to wait… and wait… and wait.  The sweet little boy was very content where he was and took his time coming out (finally around 10:20 last night)… but it was well worth the wait.

His mama was a CHAMP– not one complaint– took every order the nurse or doctor gave her with almost a smile…. and produced a magnificent 8lb 2oz little boy.  Congrats Jeremy & Christina— and thank you for wanting me there!  :)  By the way— Jeremy was so sweet and supportive the entire process (as you’ll be able to see from the pictures).  I could tell he wanted to take on her pain so she wouldn’t have to suffer… so sweet.  Newborn session scheduled for next weekend… so back to “Austin” we will go!  Here is some of what I captured….

PS… for any photogs wondering:  2.8 f-stop, 1100 ISO… no flash!

ENJOY:

First glance at her son…

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Such a proud daddy…

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Healthy as can be….

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Jeremy’s voice made him so calm…

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… and so did holding on to his finger….

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Are you my Mommy?….

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First family shot…

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Such an amazing feeling… the love you can feel for your baby right after you meet him:

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  • 1 Candace Hickey: What precious moments....I can almost feel the emotions coming through the pictures. Beautiful work :) (07.02.10, 09:18PM)
  • 2 Angel: Betsy, the pictures on the blog were beautiful. Thanks again for taking so much of your time for Christina. I am sure she will forever be happy that you did this.

    Love Angel (07.02.10, 09:38PM)
  • 3 Stephanie: I've been waiting patiently for these....and as always, you didn't disappoint. Such beautiful work, yet again. (07.02.10, 09:55PM)
  • 4 Jeremy Muchow: These are great photos. We're not biased. :) It's great to have these moments saved for prosperity! My favorite is the photo of Christina finally holding Austin Charles Muchow. Thanks Betsy for not only taking great photos but for sharing in that special moment! (07.02.10, 10:09PM)
  • 5 jennifer: Oh my...such sweetness! Maybe you can do mini sessions in Austin in the future...i'm sure you will be back to see that sweet little face...your twins will just love their new cousin! Brings back memories of the birth of my twins! (07.02.10, 10:21PM)
  • 6 Farah: These shots are amazing, congratulations Christina and Jeremy!! He's so beautiful. Bets, it is amazing how you capture these moments. What you described in writing on your blog, you completely captured in your photos. You didn't even need to write the captions because each picture spoke for itself. I cried. Yet again. So proud of you girl, we're all so lucky to have you. xoxo (08.02.10, 06:46AM)
  • 7 Paula Muchcow Casey: Betsy.
    I just now saw the pictures you took at the hospital when my precious baby grandson was born. "Priceless absolutely Priceles" Such a wonderful job. If you could on realize what it means to me as the Grandmother and living so far away there was no way I could be there as bad as I wanted to and you captured the occassion as if I was there in person. You will never know how grateful I am for you being there and for taking the precious pictures. I will be forever grateful. Thanks so much. Paula Casey Jeremy's Mother. (08.02.10, 10:57AM)
  • 8 Sarah Salazar: Wonderful photos - I wish I had had you at my little ones birth to capture those memories...truly moving. Thank you! (08.02.10, 11:57AM)
  • 9 Jolene: So much emotion in the photos, they are so beautiful. What a great memory for them and you. Awesome! (08.02.10, 12:31PM)
  • 10 : Betsy, What a beautiful moment! I have tears running down my face! Another AMAZING job capturing true bliss.... So talented (08.02.10, 05:27PM)
  • 11 Morella & Jesùs: We love these pictures!!! Christina, Jeremie, congratulations!!! beautilful baby...great job.
    Can`t find words to express our emotions......after all these years watching Christina accomplish all her dreams...this one couldn`t be better.
    We love you !!!!! (08.02.10, 05:30PM)
  • 12 Sonia Ng: Congratulations! Beautiful Baby! (08.02.10, 07:49PM)
  • 13 Amy-Jo Sather: Such beautiful pictures! (09.02.10, 10:42AM)
  • 14 Sergio & Nena (Venezuela): You did it once again, Congratulations for such excellent job !! only a truly passionate photographer (Betsy Marie) can with each picture capture such deep feelings.. Being away and having the chance to see these pics makes us feel that we are close to family.. can`t wait to see Baby Austin Charles in person !!! XOXO (09.02.10, 08:22PM)
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XOXO to Haiti previews…

Babies
02.04.2010
09:10PM
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I am still editing all of the fundraiser pictures (hoping to get them out by Saturday so everyone can order by Monday and pick up by Friday!  Pheww…. here are some cute ones– thanks to everyone for making it such a FUN success!  For such short sessions (10-15 minutes) we got some awesome shots that I know your husbands (in most cases) will love!!

ENJOY:

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  • 1 Alicia: Betsy, these are all great! I love the backgrounds too! (04.02.10, 09:41PM)
  • 2 Shelly: I love the pictures Betsy! Leave it to Owen to stick his sucker above his head. (04.02.10, 10:07PM)
  • 3 Candace Hickey: Love 'em!! (04.02.10, 10:55PM)
  • 4 Lori: They are all so good. Nice job Betsy and adorable kiddos! (05.02.10, 08:28AM)
  • 5 Stephanie: Love 'em....and you, but then again you already know that! (05.02.10, 12:20PM)
  • 6 lisa: they're all precious! (06.02.10, 11:57AM)
  • 7 Jolene: Love them! All the kids look so cute. (07.02.10, 12:39PM)
  • 8 Farah: These pictures kill me!!! What beautiful kids, and what a great cause!! The outfits...so adorable. (08.02.10, 06:48AM)
  • 9 Mimi: These could be made into a coffee table book--soooooo beautiful!! And, to think the profits are helping little kids in Haiti. You are the best!! (21.02.10, 08:00PM)
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Come out… Come out… Wherever you are!?

Kids
02.02.2010
02:41PM
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So… based on the statistics counter on my blog, I get between 300-600 hits per day depending on if I have a new post that day or not (some of you must have that google thing that tells you when blogs are updated!).  So– WHERE are the comments?  :)  I’d love to hear from all of you who check out my blog… just tell me who you are, where you live– and anything else you’d like to share!

I’m in the process of having my blog/website totally overhauled– and AM SO EXCITED to share that with you… it will be in stages, but eventually there will be one blog/website totally combined, with a simpler ordering systems, faster load time and much more!  (Thanks, Martin!)… so stay tuned.  But in the meantime– Hello???  Come on out of hiding!  :)

ENJOY (what is a post without a photo?):

Seriously????  Could she be any cuter?:

  • 1 Alicia: Betsy, you so captured the sweetness of my baby girl! I can't wait for Jack to see it. I LOVE it! Amazing, as always! (02.02.10, 03:14PM)
  • 2 Lori: Super pic!!! (02.02.10, 03:26PM)
  • 3 heather: Such a sweetie!!! (02.02.10, 03:41PM)
  • 4 Stephanie: Beautiful! (02.02.10, 05:32PM)
  • 5 Kathryn K: Such a beautiful little girl!!! Great job :) as always (02.02.10, 05:41PM)
  • 6 Jackie: I'm not sure how I found your blog, but I love it. I really wished I lived closer so I could sign up to be your assistant one time!! I live in Dayton Ohio and am an wife, engineer, and aspiring photographer. (02.02.10, 06:46PM)
  • 7 : awesome pic! super cute! Now get down to New Zealand to photograph my kiddos again! We are still living off our last shots. They are all over our house! Lots of love! Lesley (03.02.10, 12:15AM)
  • 8 Mariha: You are so talented! She is so cute! Can't wait til you come back to Michigan! You will love my little sweeties too! Madison is the face of Urban Kids Photography by Karen Lippowiths. If you went to her website (not blog), you would see her first thing. She is also on the business cards. We are so proud and want more professional photos done. I just know you would do an awesome job! (03.02.10, 09:49AM)
  • 9 Randi: Love coming to your site to check out the adorable pics of everyone. I live in the upper midwest, not close to you :( Would love to have you take my little girls picture some day. Adorable pics! (03.02.10, 10:07AM)
  • 10 JOAN LESTER: THIS CHILD IS STANDS ALONE AND IS BEAUTIFUL. MY GRANDAUGHTER!!!!! A BLESSING TO ALL. (03.02.10, 11:55AM)
  • 11 J: JUST A FAN FROM MISSISSIPPI, I CHECK YOUR SITE EVERY WEEK JUST TO ENJOY YOUR PICTURES. WISHED YOU WERE CLOSER SO WHEN THE TIME COMES THAT I AM A GRANDMOTHER, YOU COULD TAKE THEIR PICTURES. LOVE, LOVE YOUR WORK! (03.02.10, 02:02PM)
  • 12 grandmother from ky: you have made the sweetest girl in the world even sweeter! (03.02.10, 04:16PM)
  • 13 jennifer: check you every night before i go to sleep...love..love...love your pictures...i'm a twin mommy with boy/girl like you and live in austin texas...wish you would do sessions in the capital city sometime! My favorite is your lolipops! (03.02.10, 08:43PM)
  • 14 Jan Anderson: Beautiful! What a wonderful picture of a very special girl! (04.02.10, 09:51AM)
  • 15 Mandy: I guess i'm one of your "stalker" visitors. I check everyday too see what cute image you have captured. I'm from Ohio and just love your work! (04.02.10, 04:03PM)
  • 16 Angie Thornton: Awww..this is My Precious!! I love miss Taylor! (04.02.10, 05:32PM)
  • 17 Kelley Loredo: love love love this picture! The feather headband is adorable, too! Not sure if it is yours or hers - but awesome! (04.02.10, 10:06PM)
  • 18 Candace Hickey: Sweet picture....beautiful (04.02.10, 10:57PM)
  • 19 Tara: you take great pictures. I enjoy looking at the coloring and backgrounds you use. I live in the Nashville, TN area. (05.02.10, 12:46PM)
  • 20 : I found your blog several months ago and fell in love with your pictures! I'm also in Texas...Longview. (07.02.10, 09:19PM)
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