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Just because you can't see your comments, doesn't mean they're gone!! We're getting them, we're counting them, we're just hidding them so the contest winner is a surprise. Keep those comments coming, just make sure to sign your name, so we know where they're coming from. Good Luck!!

We're starting to post images from the Children's Contest today! Check back often and leave comments for your favorite portrait. Each unique comment counts as a vote. The portrait with the most votes wins!! We will announce the winner in April.

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General Clothing Tips 1. Stick with solid colors as much as possible. 2. If there is more than one child, pick a color scheme, i.e. everyone in blue and white. 3. Avoid contrast in the clothing like black and white because it pulls attention from the faces. It is better to go all light or all dark. 4. Classic, timeless styles and vintage looks are great. 5. Bare feet are usually preferred. 6. There is nothing more classic and timeless than a naked baby. If they are under the age of 7 months, naked or just a diaper with a nice diaper cover is usually my first choice. We continue to suggest just a diaper cover for some of the portraits up to the age of two. If you are going to be holding the baby in some of the images, bring a change of clothes for yourself in case you get soaked! What about props? If you don’t feel imaginative, don’t worry because simple pictures are often best…but sometimes the right prop can be wonderful. What do you look for? 1. Items that will