My little fairy in the orchard . . . .
Well, my little girl sure has grown up as of late. She got this little ensemble for her 4th birthday last week, so I had to get some picts of her in it before she destroys it (cause you know how kids are . . . sigh . . . . my son can wear a hole in a pair of pants in less than 5 minutes. It's truly a talent with them, I swear!)
Anyway, the orchard was in bloom for all of about 3 days this year, but I managed to get a little shooting in during its peak. There are a lot of picts; I swear I have about 200 of these shots . . . . the orchard just wasn't taking a bad photo, lol!
All of these were taken with the Mark III 1Ds and the 70-200 2.8L at f2.8 and 200mm. 
Here's to hoping you have a fabulous weekend!
hi Nichole!
I love yours photos!
nice!
Posted by: David | June 20, 2008 at 02:12 AM
gorgeous photos!
Posted by: Jeri | June 11, 2008 at 11:42 AM
these are just wonderful. A great example of what can be achieved (that bokeh!) with the 70-200. Such a different way / feel of photographing than the prime. She is starting to look more and more like you, no? Beautiful girl and photos.
xo, Heleen / toddlertoes on Flickr
Posted by: Heleen | June 11, 2008 at 05:30 AM
These are amazing! Love your work!!!
Posted by: bev | May 26, 2008 at 01:36 PM
Found your blog through Tara's recent post. AMAZING shots!!! WOW - absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: Shelvia | May 24, 2008 at 07:28 AM
Beautiful - you truly captured a fairy princess.
Posted by: Jo | May 24, 2008 at 02:36 AM
Beautiful - you truly captured a fairy princess.
Posted by: Jo | May 24, 2008 at 02:36 AM
LOVELY! where is this wonderful place? is this lehi?? =] pls share!!
Posted by: evelyn | May 21, 2008 at 02:43 PM
magical! beautiful captures, all!
Posted by: Kelly | May 21, 2008 at 12:09 PM
I just found your website and am so grateful for your advice on how to take sharp photos. I really appreciate this!! Keep up the amazing work!
Posted by: Christine | May 20, 2008 at 09:14 PM
I'm a photographer (in Canada) who occasionally check's Tara Whitney's blog. I saw a link to your blog on her most recent post and I had to comment! I LOVE your work! I will be checking back often for inspiration!
Erin
Posted by: erin | May 20, 2008 at 07:46 PM
NIchole-
These are amazing!!! You captured everything perfectly.
She's a beauty.
Posted by: Jennifer Anderson | May 20, 2008 at 12:55 PM
Simply WOW!
Posted by: KLNDR | May 19, 2008 at 08:16 PM
I have yet to get a sot like this. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: Jess | May 18, 2008 at 11:04 PM
nichole-i am so coming next year at the same time WITH MY KIDS. :)
our dinner will be a totally different vibe with my hooligans. haha
and, these are SUPERB. soo amazing.
(off to google socal apple orchards) wink
Posted by: tara | May 18, 2008 at 09:57 PM
AMAZING!!!! so dreamy and pretty.
Posted by: melissa | May 18, 2008 at 06:49 PM
pure magic!
Posted by: tillie | May 18, 2008 at 10:01 AM
Seriously Nicole.. I would live there.. is this your property? or do you just borrow it? its just gorgeous and your daughter is the perfect addition.
Posted by: elizabeth | May 17, 2008 at 01:13 PM
These are incredible photos - my business is creating enhancements with magical themes such as fairies, princesses etc....I could never dream of creating anything this magical - I can't believe somewhere so beautiful exists!! The blanket of dandelion clocks is amazing....you are a very talented photographer. I don't suppose you have raw photos of this setting? I would love a background like this for my enhancements!
Kind Regards
Vicky
Posted by: Victoria | May 16, 2008 at 02:46 PM
...magical!
Posted by: kristin cook | May 16, 2008 at 07:57 AM
GORGEOUS shots Nichole!
Posted by: Melissa | May 16, 2008 at 07:46 AM
wow Nichole stunning as usual! i just adore the second one....how i wish i could shoot at a location as beautiful as that. I actually had to look twice to see if it was your lil girl, she does look so so grown up
Posted by: chantelle bliss | May 16, 2008 at 03:08 AM
Thanks so much, everyone! I so appreciate your comments! Though LOL at your organ comment, Susan!
I'm telling you, that orchard in full bloom . . . . there's just nothing more amazing!
Posted by: NicholeVan | May 15, 2008 at 09:02 PM
Okay....now after seeing these....I plan to give up on my photography....lol. These are amazing and I am headed to the black organ market tomorrow. Great Job!!!!!
Posted by: Susan Helms | May 15, 2008 at 08:48 PM
they are so beautiful and magical i want to cry. looks just like a painting...love them!
Posted by: Jean Smith | May 15, 2008 at 08:42 PM