Through the Looking Glass

William | Barnefotograf Oslo

I think Autumn is my next favorite season. Actually, maybe it's my favorite. :)  The air starts to get chilly and it just smells so clean. Autumn, with it's warm subdued sunlight just epitomizes comfort to me. Comfort in the form of good, wholesome food. Comfort in that we all snuggle just a bit closer to get our feet warm.  Comfort in the fact that we can go outside without getting eaten up by mosquitoes. :)

In terms of photography, autumn presents so many beautiful chances to capture something special.  This photoshoot was no different!  William is a typical toddler full of curiosity and energy.  The formula for getting them to sit still long enough for you to run over make them smile, run back, get in position, click the shutter and get them in focus is something only a rocket scientist can perfect. :) But I think we did just fine! 

Tusen takk Morten og Linnea - William er en liten gulgutt og  jeg hadde det veldig gøy sammen med dere. Jeg håper du liker bildene dine!

- ♥ Lisa

 

  

Viva La France! | Familiefotograf Kongsberg

I can't tell you how excited I got when one of my clients said  'I have access to a farm, will that work for pictures?' UMMM....YA!  If I had the opportunity, I would buy a farm and turn it into my studio all year round.  I'm so not kidding!  The textures, the landscape, the space..it's ALL perfect for fun, artistic photos.  So, imagine my excitment when I was contacted from France to book a family session on a farm in Norway.   I couldn't have imagined a nicer setting and the images are some  of my faves! Here are a few (ok LOTS) of them.

Thank you so much to all of you Benedikte, I had a wonderful time playing with the boys and I do think you grew up in paradise!! 

- ♥ Lisa

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brothers | fotograf Bærum

I find that photography has really blossomed into something more than just taking photographs and clicking the shutter.   It's almost become an addiction. I'm addicted to the smell only newborns have (I always said if I could bottle up Eau de baby I would be seriously wealthy), I'm addicted to watching the look of facination, love and utter joy new parents have when watching their babies and I'm addicted to capturing these moments for them to enjoy forever.   I have the greatest job in the world in my humble opinion.  As I witness the daily changes of my own growing children, I find myself reminiscing on their own first few weeks of life every time I get a newborn in front of my lens.  

So with that little paragraph of seriousness, I would like to introduce the first set of twins to be photographed by Fotografix Studios.  Can I get a woo and a hoo?  Bastian and Theodor. Two absolutely BEAUTIFUL baby boys who made my heart go pitter patter.  I loved every second of working hard with Vibeke getting the boys to sleep, setting up the shots and photographing these two sweet brothers. 

Takk så mye Christer og Vibeke- guttene deres er bare nydelig og dere var kjempe tålmodig gjennom fotograferingen!  

- Lisa

tagged:  nyfødtfotograf , fotograf Bærum, babyfotograf, tvillinger, barnefotograf 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hi Everyone!! **waving**

I hope everyone has been having a wonderful summer (hopefully outside of Norway on a beach somewhere, since it has been raining or chilly pretty much every day since I've been back from the US!).  I wanted to drop in and post an update as I know there are lots of anxious people out there waiting to see their images! 

First of all, I will be taking a break from new sessions up until the 31st of August (although special circumstances are always taken into consideration).  I am upgrading my computer systems and trying to finish up some exciting projects as well as create my commercial and editorial website.  Not to mention the gazillion sessions I need to edit!  So out of fairness to my existing customers, I really need to prioritize getting their images completed and ready for viewing.   For the time being, any enquiries should be directed to lrostoen@hotmail.com until I get my new email up and running.

There has been a ton of exciting and new things happening at Fotografix Studios which is why I have sorely neglected my blog.  If I could add 5 more hours of awake time to my day (pleasantly awake that is) I would be a happy camper!  Alas, no matter how much I beg and plead, I still only get a 24 hour day (although my day seems to end faster than others for some reason HAHAHA).

For those of you waiting to view your images, I really appreciate you being patient! I had quite a few issues with my computer and internet connection while in the US so the majority of my workload had to be postponed until my vacation/business trip was over.  I am working diligently to get your images to you as quickly as possible.  I hand edit all images you will be viewing in your slideshow and unfortunately, this does take a little time!  

I hope you continue to have a wonderful summer, lets keep our fingers crossed that we will once again feel the sun on our faces here in Norway!

- Lisa 

It's Raining Newborns - Hallelujah

Lisa Rostoen - Fotografix Studios | Fotograf Bærum | Nyfødt fotografering

I can't believe I once had 2 tiny beings that were so tiny, you were almost afraid to breathe on them (now at almost 7 and almost 4, I'm lucky if I can get them to slow down long enough to catch a kiss blown from the palm of my hand).

There is something about that newborn smell that can make the biggest Grinch turn into a mushy, gushing, smiling mess.  A newborn baby just makes you smile - knowing that no matter what else is wrong in this world, that for this one moment, you hold hope and promise in the palm of your hands.

Mr Parker was no different than any other newborn I've had in front of my lens. Wholesome, curled up sleepy goodness, puckered lips and a desire to tuck him into my pocket to take home :) . Thank you so much Allison and Peder for letting me photograph the newest prince in your lives!

-- Lisa

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off To See The Wizard

Yes, I feel like I have been in the land of Oz, somewhere over the rainbow and many times have I said to Even - " I don't think we're in Kansas anymore" LOL.  Seriously though, all humor aside, I just wanted to apologize that I've neglected my blog over the past couple of months!  There have been numerous things going on, deaths, illnesses, aches and pains, work work work, most importantly, family, my husband and my boys!  Add that all up and there aren't many hours left in the day! 

Hopefully I am now back on the right track, have put the toughest part behind me and am now moving forward into this beautiful spring season.  Spring is the time for re-birth and that is how I feel at the moment!  Being outside shooting again has certainly done alot for my spirits. I just LOVE being outdoors and the images produced by using nature as a backdrop just have that something special. 

Over the next week or so I'll be posting images from my latest photo shoots so stay tuned for some GORGEOUS babies, especially my first set of twins!

Spring is also the time for confirmations. Photo sessions for confirmants are the equivalent of a senior (siste år på vidergående skole) session in the US.  Session slots are filling up quickly - if you are interested in confirmation images that are unique, send an email so I can get you on the books!  I actually recommend doing your photoshoot on a different day than your confirmation. It allows us all to relax, we aren't dependent on the weather and you can change clothing, allowing you a large variety of images reflecting both traditional dress and your own budding personality.

Spring, especially early May, is also the time for hvitveis. 

Take care and I wish everyone a wonderful spring Thursday!

-- Lisa

Thank You SO Much

I just wanted to stop by before I travel to the US in the morning and thank everyone for their prayers and condolences.   It really means alot to our family.   The support really has been overwhelming so I didn't want to leave before letting you know that each and everyone one of you help to make this more bearable. 

-Much love -  Lisa

Will be away for a couple of weeks

I got a phone call today that my father passed away unexpectedly.  I am frantically going through the ritual of trying to get home to the US as quickly as possible.  If you are a client wishing to book a session, please send an email and I will try and respond when I am able.  If you are an existing client waiting for proofs, I apologize for the delay.  I will be overseas for a minimum of 2 weeks. 

Jeg fikk beskjed at min far har gått brått borte fra oss i natten.  Jeg reiser til USA på fredag morgen og blir borte minst to uker.  For kundene som venter for prøvebildene på nett, jeg beklager ventetiden.  Jeg tar kontakt med en gang jeg kommer hjem til Norge.

Sincerely og Med Vennlig Hilsen,

- Lisa

Maxim | portrettfotograf - nyfødt

I really do love newborns and 7 day old Max was no exception!   I think we lost a few pounds because of how warm we kept the shooting area although Max was all nice and cozy.  Congratulations Misha and Juraj - you are very blessed to have such a beautiful little boy! Thank you for letting me share the day with you (and thank you for the candy!).

- Lisa

  

  

      

     

  

 

  

  

  

 

        

Softly | newborn - 7 days

What a complete doll.  This is one of the cutest little ones I've ever seen. So sweet and tiny, it definitely made my heart skip a beat!  I love new babies. I've often wondered why they don't try to capture the scent of a newborn and bottle it up. I know it would make people more relaxed and happy...just think, Eau de Baby coming out of your wall plug in :) .

Tusen takk for dagen Tine!  Din lille jenta er utrolig vakkert og nydelig! Jeg håper at du blir fornøyd med bildene!

-- Lisa