Something New always makes me think about babies. Last year sweet baby Jefferson was my "Something New" and life has never been more wonderful. You just never forget how precious life is when you first hold that sweet tiny baby for the first time. I love to photograph new babies on Ellenburg birthday weeks. I'm always amazed at how fast they grow and we just can't stop it no matter how hard we try. My teenager, Jackson is taller than me now. He said, "Mom, it's a medical fact!"  - since it's on his chart now from his physical this year. Settle down boy, this isn't CSI. Sad face. I still tip toe around him for effect, and it's a great calf workout. 
This baby Raelyn. She was certainly something new and wonderful. Her Mom loved this video and I thought I'd share it with you.

 
I loved seeing all your new things this week. Our photographers were packed out with new gear, great birthday gifts, shopping adventures and new fresh ideas. Your spin on our weekly themes is always inspiring. Thanks for taking time out of your busy week to create a masterpiece this week!
Our top ten is always in no particular order. When you enjoy the artist, click the link below the shot to see more of their great work. 
Here we go...

ONE {Love the Idea and execution of this shot. A new day. A bird made this sunrise shot just perfect. Great work!}

to new horizons by Stefanie L 

TWO {Gorgeous Birthday gift. Love the perspective.  It really sparkles. Big giant Happy Birthday to you!}

Project 52 Something New by Terry Lynn Ayers 

THREE {Leave it to pinterst to inspire such a beautiful Detta creation. Love the creativity and the these cute faces.  Congratulations to your beautiful family ~ this is exciting indeed!}

37/52 by Detta Owens 

FOUR {The Mark III makes every day feel like Christmas. I scrimped and saved when I heard it was coming and never looked back. It's truly the best camera I've ever used. I really feel like I can make things look the way I see them with this camera. Congratulations Jen. Great "baby" set up! Love it!!}

Week 37 - My New Baby by Jen Foster 

FIVE {Another great Birthday gift. Lisa was close enough to smell the sweat. Fantastic close up! The husband gives a great gift. Big Giant Happy Birthday to you!}

Chris Herrmann by Lissa 

SIX {This expression is priceless. Not only are you teaching her do drive, but you are photographing it. She is so obviously thrilled! I love this shot! Great processing. And Congrats to your baby on taking on the streets for her next big adventure!}

Week 37/52 Something New by  Catherine_pdx 

SEVEN {I'd never heard of Droste before this week, but I'm glad I did. Very cool technique. It's very MC Escher to me. Love the mysterious depth. Makes me want to get out there and work the Droste effect on something!}

Wk 37/52: Droste Clock by Tony McCann 

EIGHT {Bokeh! Welcome back. I love to blur everything with bokeh. Best looking squash ever. Love this interesting perspective packed full of beautiful bokeh!}

Week 37/52 - Something New Lisa Kollberg 

NINE {Great Pink Yellow Green combo here. Very attractively put together and the baby mantis is such a great find. It will grow up into something so creepy, but the baby mantis is so cute. Everyone loves a baby.}

37:52 - Something New. by Sara White 

TEN {The lizard really has the right idea, new skin every so many months. I sure hope my super expensive skin line is taking note of this shot. I want new skin too. Get on on it cosmetic science. Love the leading lines to this little guy. Great find for this week!}

Week 37 ~ "Something New" by Irela 

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Week 38's theme is: "It's a Movie!"

I went straight Disney on you with "The Game Plan!" Come on, it's football season. Michael said, "Daphne, that movie is not about REAL football" So what. I still liked it. It was still a great movie. This is my sweet baby, Jefferson ~ He's the big Number one now.

What's new with Daphne Ellenburg?

My weekend was packed with first birthday fun and football. He had a really great birthday. On Sunday, my big Ellenburg family had a lunch picnic at the studio, we had a cake smash for baby Jefferson and watched the Saints victory. It was the best day ever. Here's a shot from behind the scenes - I love it. Madison was really into this cake smash. That's my Mom back there.

I adore this shot!

And here's one more favorite. I'm printing this 15x30.

Baby Jefferson had a stellar check up. Over 32 inches and barely over 20 pounds. He's long and skinny and healthy.

Madison lost her first tooth and read her first book all in one week. I was so proud listening to her read me a book about soda pop. It was a stellar parenting moment.

The anniversary furniture arrived. I've got a new red set up for my living room. It seats 12 now.

My Satsuma Gator rocked out some middle school ball. I was so proud of him. He played nearly the whole game and he looked great out there! And now has one of those gnarly purple football bruises to be proud of.

Madison spent quite a bit of time at the studio with me. It was really nice. She wasn't really interested in photography as much as she was interested in the Disney Channel.

How's this for gorgeous? My friend Melanie has been named as my personal seamstress. Congratulations Melanie! {She didn't seem to mind} She created this for a new baby I have coming in next week. Melanie is so talented and is going to be selling these on Etsy. If you love it, I'll have more details as she gets started on this business adventure. I can't wait to put this on new baby Gracie.

I told my chatty daughter who is losing conduct points for having weekly staring contests with a kid named Hunter, "If you have a week of Green Light conduct, I'll take you shopping to spend your allowance. " They move up by being helpful to others and general good behavior.  She was green Monday - Thursday and rocked out a Purple on Friday. Great job! So, when I asked her where she wanted to go Friday Night to spend this allowance, she said - "Pier One" This is SO my child.  Meet our her dog, Bailey.

Wishing you a fantastic day filled with family, fun and photography! {and some football!} 

Make it a GREAT week!

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Daphne Ellenburg is a Portrait photography business owner located in Southern Alabama with a supportive family and a new fancy-pants NEW 2000 sq ft studio. She loves college football, big handbags, lip gloss and newly all things Canon. Daphne also enjoys writing about her Photo-Adventures and her entertaining family. Catch up with her at Ellenburg Photography.com  

Ellenburg Photography's award winning photographer, Daphne Ellenburg, specializes in Wedding Photography and Family Portraiture. We are located just north of Mobile Alabama. We proudly serve all of Alabama, and Gulfcoast Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana. (251) 656-7601