Hello, Baby!

The best thing that ever happened to me was little Patrick being born. I couldn't ask for anything more, except for maybe adding one more! Which might explain why I have been so absent from everything online. I have neglected my blog and facebook but will try to keep it updated now that the news is out!

Being pregnant this time has been a little different this time around. I have been extremely exhausted, and emotional (my poor husband). I will literally cry, just thinking about crying. And I have had the craziest craving…coconut is on the top of the list! I want coconut everyday so I made some delicious cookies that uses coconut oil, and you can get the recipe here. 

We find out (hopefully) if it will be a boy or a girl next Monday! I am so excited to find out!

LDS Missionary Mini Sessions Now Available!

I am now offering LDS Missionary Mini Sessions. For more information, please email me at hello@leslieleavittphotography.com

My website is finally done!

This has been such a long process! I wouldn't believe how long it took to finish, if I didn't experience it first hand! I never realized how indecisive I was. I would decide on something and a few days later I completely changed my mind. I am so excited to be done and to show everyone! I hope you like it and let me know what you think!

Of course, I will continue to post on this blog too!

leslieleavittphotography.net

What I have been doing lately

I have been terrible at keeping up with my blogging. I have been crazy busy with packing, moving, my son's birthday and last minute photo sessions in Rexburg. I am a little sad to say, that we have finally left Rexburg and I am currently home, in Seabeck, Washington. I am going to be starting to take photo sessions starting 

Tyler will be busy working on the east coast for the next couple of months and I plan on staying busy with lots of photography! So if you are interested, give me call! 

My email is hello@leslieleavittphotography.com

and my number is 360.850.8673 

I have been working as hard as I can to finish up the photos from the mini sessions that I had in Rexburg, right before I moved. I just wanted to show you a little sample of what I have been working on. I had so much fun working with so many adorable little kids and their moms!

design board \\ new website

I am so excited for my new website. I have been working day and night to have this finished and it will be ready to launch this May! I can't wait for all of the new and exciting things.

This is just a little "sneak peak" to what my website will look like! I wanted something that had the same feel and look, just add a little more sizzle fun! Let me know what you think!

You Deserve A Photo Project | Guest Post

I am so excited to be apart of this great program called You Deserve A Photo. You should check out the facebook page and all of the other wonderful photographers involved.

I'm Alana Allred.  I am from Calgary, Canada and I am living in Rexburg while my husband and I attend school at BYU-Idaho.  We are the proud parents of a rowdy 18-month-old boy.  I am studying communications with an emphasis on advertising.   I married the boy that I fell head-over-heels for when I was 14 at EFY, but it took a lot longer for him to notice me.  

You Deserve A Photo is a project I started in January where I have collaborated with some South Eastern Idaho photographers who have donated some mini photo sessions for families in need.  Families are nominated by either themselves or someone else.  Throughout March families will be picked from the nominations made, and if all goes well, maybe we can do it all over again.  There is more information on the website: www.youdeserveaphoto.com

I decided to create You Deserve A Photo for a couple of reasons.  In order to graduate I need a senior project that applies some of the things I have learned in my schooling and occupies 50 hours.  As a mother, wife and a student, I already feel like my time is being pulled in too many directions and it is hard to create a balance.  I decided that I wanted to have a senior project that was worth my time, I wanted to do something that I felt good about.  

I also had this experience before Christmas in 2012 that made me realize just how fortunate I am, and I took a new interest in helping those around me who aren't so lucky.  We were providing Christmas for a family in need, and I kept thinking about how I should find a way to give them something that they probably couldn't give themselves, like family pictures.  I ignored that re-accuring thought, because I am no photographer, and it might be hard.  

When contemplating a senior project, I remembered that thought - and I realized I could probably do it.  I felt like I finally found something that would be worth my time, and also give back to the community.  I couldn't have done it without so many awesome and willing photographers.  

I just can't wait to be able to bless the lives of some families in Idaho.

In with the New! {limited time}

Finally! I am so excited to announce that I will be doing some way fun and super cute mini sessions for Valentines day. The super nice, Gary Rasmussen of The Cocoa Bean Cafe has agreed to let me have my sessions in his shop. 

I couldn't be more excited! 

I only have a very few opening available, so call (or email) me right away! 

360.850.8673

hello@leslieleavittphotography.com

A Year Later

As of today, I have officially been in business for a year! There have been some really tough times, really good times and lots of learning experiences. It has been such a journey and I am proud of where my hard work has taken me. I started with absolutley no idea what I was doing and terrified of rejection but I am so glad that I did not let that hold me back.

Last year I started by writing down my goals, my dreams and aspirations. There have been times throughout this year where all I wanted to do was quit and give up. It has not been an easy road but my goals (and my husband) have been the motivation to keep going. Although, some of my dreams have changed, all I want is to be a better photographer then I was yesterday.

I have spent hours and so many late nights trying to be a better photographer and learning as much as I could. I love looking at the pictures I took when I first started, it shows how much I have improved. I love taking photos. I love my camera. It has become a part of me.


I am so lucky to be able to do what I love. I have created some awesome friendships that will last forever! With the help, support and encouragement of all my friends and family, I wouldnt be where I am. It has been the only thing that has helped me succeed.


"A goal without a plan is just a wish" -Antonio de Saint Exupery



These are some of my favorite photos from last week. Thanks again to Paige and Krissy for being such great friends!

call for models: a creative approach

                                                                            

I am always looking for new and creative ways to become a better photographer. So I need your
help. Photographing new people helps me professionally and makes my job really
fun! Plus, you can get free photos! It's
a benefit for both of us!

If you are interested in being a model,
here are the requirements:

I am looking for models of all shapes and sizes.
Beauty is in everyone and I want to feature everyones unique look and style.

Yes! I am looking for children too but must be
4 years or older. Siblings may apply, but I will
only work with 2 children.

I am also accepting couples to model- so if you
are fun, outgoing and in love, let me know!


All you have to do is email me and tell me a little about yourself (or your child) and please include the best way to contact you. Sessions will be limited to availablity.  

You will receieve 10+ photos for personal use as compensation from your photo shoot.

Please email me at:

hello@leslieleavittphotography.com