Grow with Me Photography: Blog

Needing your Feedback

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 00:54:09 GMT

Reflecting on 2017 and boy am I ever grateful! It was a year full of weddings, new experiences, new friends and a lot of fun!! It is all in thanks to you fabulous people!! You have blessed me with the privilege of capturing your family in such an important time in your lives.

As I continued I thought, well what do my clients take away from a session with me? How can I better serve my clients?? With all the questions rolling around in my head I decided to make a short survey to find out the answers! If you have 5-10 minutes I would love to hear your feedback! This will only help me to better serve you and others moving forward. Photography and owning a business are an ever growing, always learning journey. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your thoughts with me! Here is to growing and making 2019 the best year yet!

All you have to do is click here>> SURVEY!!

Catch up on Life

Thu, 02 Feb 2017 21:06:17 GMT

Well hello blog! It's been a while. As many of you know I had a baby November 2015 and ever since blogging has been on the back burner. I am ready to get back at it and share with you my love for photography, some favorites and a little background behind each session.

A little catch up on life here...I now have a 1 year old and almost 4 year old!!! Say what?!??!! Do any of you find yourself staring at your child in complete aw? Seriously as much of a challenge as parenting is on a daily basis it is undoubtedly the best thing ever! My 4 year old is a smart, caring, Walker Texas Ranger loving bunch of awesome. He is constantly saying or doing things that make me step back and think, man what a terrific little person. My other little dude is 1 and now walks (more like runs) everywhere! Seeing a baby walk has to be one of the top cutest things ever! He is a determined, messy, giggling little momma's boy! He look up to his bubba so much and tries to copy everything he does. We are finally to the point where they play together without someone screaming, which is a nice change of pace.

Well I could go on and on about my family but I doubt anyone but my husband would enjoy reading it J. I would like to take a moment to reflect on 2016 and how awesome it was because of all of you!!! That's right YOU, without all of your support I would be nowhere. Everyone had a story to tell and I am truly blessed you asked me to document it. I met some wonderful people and got to catch up with old friends. You make this one of the best jobs and I genuinely enjoyed each and every session. 2017 has already kicked off with a bang with an awesome newborn session (blog on that to come). Let's make this year the best year yet!! Love you all and thank you for allowing me to do what I love here at Grow with Me Photography!!

From my family to yours THANK YOU!

xoxo

Cassie

Ted the Adorable

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 20:25:43 GMT

Meet Ted! Isn't he the cutest puppy you've ever seen!?! He is one lucky dude to have landed an awesome family. He will be spoiled his entire life (as it should be :) ) and always be well taken care of. I had the privilege of capturing his short lived puppy stage as he is growing by the minute. Thankfully the rain didn't slow him down but i was told he was passed out cold after modeling all morning. Hope he puts a smile on your face like he did mine.

XOXO

Tisha Pol

Thu, 24 Sep 2015 00:29:51 GMT

Tisha is one of the most kindhearted people you will ever meet. I’ve known her for a long time but it hasn’t been until recently that we have grown closer. When I launched Grow with Me Photography she immediately reached out to see if I needed anything and to let me know she was there if I had any questions. She truly is an amazing photographer and her opinion is one I value dearly. Words cannot express the amount of gratitude I have for this wonderful lady. She has and continues to be one of my biggest supporters. Show her some serious love by checking out some of my favorites from her session.

XOXO

Way Family

Sun, 13 Sep 2015 19:38:54 GMT

Meet the growing Way family! I’ve known Ross and Becky since high school and they are among the most down to earth and fun loving people I know. Seriously there isn’t two people more meant to be together then they are. And Keegan! Ahh how cute is he!?! Such a little heartbreaker! He is already head over heels in love with his baby sister. When I’d ask him to kiss the baby he would get the cutest little grin. Mom and Dad you have nothing to worry about big brother will protect Anniston.

The countdown is on, in a few weeks you’ll get to hug and kiss miss Anniston. Thank you again for allowing me to be a part of such a special moment in your lives. Much love to you all.

xoxo

Riemenschneider Wedding

Thu, 27 Aug 2015 20:46:14 GMT

What an amazing couple Jason and Shelby are. The day had its definite highs and lows but through it all you could tell these two were a team and nothing was going to stand in their way. The love and immense amount of respect these two have for each other was simply beautiful. They are true partners in life and I cannot wait to watch their love blossom. Thank you for allowing me to capture your big day! Here are a few of my favs!

xoxo

Warren County Relay for Life

Sun, 12 Jul 2015 15:13:37 GMT

A couple weekends ago I had the privilege of attending Warren County’s Relay for Life at the Indianola track. It is an annual event that helps raise awareness and money for the American Cancer Society to help in the fight against cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute approximately 39.6% of the US population will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their life and in 2012 the estimated number of Americans living with cancer was 13,776,251. To me those numbers are astronomical and chances are cancer has impacted your life in some way, shape or form. Not only does the ACS put a great deal into research they also fund programs for early detection and any services rendered necessary for patients and caregivers.

It was truly uplifting to meet some of the survivors and hear their stories. They all had such a positive outlook on life and what it means for them. The event kicked off with a survivor’s lap which was one walk around the track. From then on everyone was welcome to walk as much as their hearts desired. There was a tent where you could purchase a string and with every lap you buy a bead to put on it. The goal was to walk enough to make a necklace meanwhile all the money went to the ACS. Every so often they would have a themed lap. One that I thought was very touching was the Walk in Their Shoes, a lap of you walking while wearing the shoes of a loved one who has battled with cancer.

In addition to walking around the track the Indianola dance team preformed, they held a silent auction full of donated goodies and a pie auction. Never could I imagine a pie going for $150! It was entertaining to say the least and almost everyone went home with a delicious looking pie. The night came to a close with a paper lantern ceremony celebrating the life of the loved ones who lost their battle with cancer.

If you haven’t heard of this family friendly event I strongly encourage you to check it out next year! For more information you can follow along on their fb page, https://www.facebook.com/RelayForLifeWarrenCountyIA?fref=ts

Here are some of my favorite captures of the night.

xoxo

First blog EVER!

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 15:53:25 GMT

Here goes nothing…this is my first ever blog! I don’t really know where to begin or how much you really want, or do not want J, to know. My name is Cassie and I am the person behind the camera at Grow with Me Photography. I absolutely love how you can be so captivated and moved by one picture. Whether it’s the location, vibrant colors or the mood that catches your eye you can just stare and ponder. That is what I strive for in every session. I want you to be able to look back on your pictures and just stare mindlessly, reminiscing on that point in your life.

A big part of the set is location location location! I usually have a good idea of where to go but ALWAYS let me know if you have a special place or idea in mind. By no means do I want to railroad your ideas, in fact I would love to build on them. The more open you are with me the better I am able to serve you. If you don’t have anything in mind great! More creative thinking for me! It’s like starting with a blank canvas and creating a masterpiece. Whenever I’m in the car, usually without the hubs, I’m scouting for new locations because who want’s the same background that someone else had!?! The set doesn’t have to be outside either. Let’s say you just welcomed a new bundle of joy into your lives an in-home session would work wonderfully! That way both you and your new family are comfortable. Also any business that grants permission for pictures to be taken at is another terrific option to the great outdoors. Here are some examples of each!

Stay tuned for more blogs to come!

xoxo

Cassie