New Beginnings

Ahhh, babies. They are just too adorable and especially chunky ones. Kind of hard to hold back from squeezing their cheeks. This baby was just soo good during the shoot. He was very cooperative by sleeping throughout most of the shoot. :D

Live. Love. Lipstick.....

I must admit that I have so much fun in all of my shoots, but a bit more in some more than in others. Ahhh, this definitely was one that I had an absolute blast!!! All of the parties involved were just so much fun! Each and every one of them brought a bit of their uniqueness to the table. I loved it!


Give it up to my girl Sieda from Makeup By Lady S, she did awesome on their make up!

My beautiful MUA

So when I was in Germany I had the pleasure of working with the very talented Evette. SHe was my MUA. I miss her so much and was so down that I couldn't kidnap her and bring her with me. LOL. I know that sounds kind of psycho but we really developed such a strong friendship. Moving to North Dakota and not knowing anything of the area was a bit challenging at first. Well that is every time you move to a new place. However, I am very happy to say I have found my new MUA. An amazing lady who I absolutely am in love with already. Not only is she talented and creative but also a very awesome human being. So without further delay, here is my new MUA, Sieda. You go girl!!!!

Inside the Mind of Nelly Hernandez Photography-THE PHOTOGRAPHER

I have been in such a debate with myself. I thought it was weird, but found there are others that feel just as I do. I didn't realize how much in love I am with photography until just a few moments ago. I mean I knew I loved it and it made me happy. But I hadn't truly begin to understand the complexities of this love of mine.

For those of you who know me, I am a go lucky, happy person. Most of the things in my life happen to be just extraordinary. I have many wonderful acquaintances. I have a handful of people who I call friends, who even though we may not see each other as often as we'd like, in our hearts, we are inseparable. My brothers and sisters (7 of them) who have truly always being there for me. And that no matter what, I will always be their baby sister, LOL. My brother and sisters in law who have become just like blood family, they are amazing human beings and the little human beings they have created--- my nieces and nephews (which I have plenty). My parents, who I love with all of my heart and raised me to be a responsible caring woman. My three beautiful children who have brought so much more sense to my existance. And my husband.... my amazing best friend who has stuck with me through thick and thin. I am truly blessed.

However, there are moments I am troubled. I am a person who usually keeps these type of things in. I am very conservative about sharing my conflicts and issues. Not long ago I had found myself to be a bit depressed when it came to my other love---- my photography. I just didn't feel like myself. I wondered why if I received almost daily compliments on my work. I felt something that was missing. It was like one of those empty feelings you get in your stomach when you feel something is wrong. The feelings came and went. I can't say it is completely gone.

I wondered and thought; thought and wondered. What could this be? Today I saw a video. And yes, I do cry every now and then when I see something sad, but I am not one of those persons who cries for everything. IT was a video that maybe to most, it is just something nice or boring to see. However, to me, it was a video that opened my eyes to what my empty feeling was. And I CRIED. Silly girl you must think. Well yes... silly indeed. LOL. I cried because I finally pin pointed what had been bothering me, and you know what? I was happy that I finally found out because now I know I am not the only one with these troubles. SOme of you reading this may not have photography as your love but there may be some other passion you have that you may know what I am talking about. Maybe I can best explain the discovery I made moments ago by sharing the video with you. Yes, at the beginning it may seem weird and boring, but stick it out. Listen to it while there are no interruptions and listen to it carefully. You may not cry as this silly girl but I think it puts things in a different light, a different perspective in a passion you may have or just an everyday life thing. The part that hit me was towards the end, but in order to understand it, you must listen to it all.This particular video pertains to photography in itself, but.... Let me stop messing it up for you.




http://thephotogformula.com/Blog/inspirational-video-for-photographers/

Hello There!

So my many apologies for not keeping this blog updated since SEptember. I moved from Germany in October and went to TX for 2 months. Now I"ve been in Minot, NOrth Dakota for 3 weeks. I've been blessed and have met some amazing people here so far and I am happy. I am already booking up quickly and am loving it! WIll be posting some here for everyone to see my latest works.

Meanwhile I will be leaving you with some shots I took while at BRownsville, TX. EnJOY!

Some tips for everyone!

Hello everyone! So as I get ready to leave, I wanted you all take in mind when choosing a photographer for family, maternity, children.. etc portraits. Also why you should choose a local photographer rather than a chain one.

So I guess the 3 major points I’d like to make are that:

1) Photoshop is amazing, period. But, you have to begin with a good photo. And yes, a better camera takes a nicer photo but you need to know how to use it. I get many comments that I must have a really nice camera. I do, and it takes phenomenal photos. But, if I used the auto setting and had no idea how to light my subject they wouldn’t be as good.

2) Photoshop enables you to edit your photos in so many ways!! Some people may prefer the original image. I personally love lots of color in my pictures, although occasionally I like the vintage look. You have to find a photographer whose style you love, and know what kind of a look you’re going for.

3) Custom photos cost more than Walmart, Sears, JC Penney, etc., because you are getting a custom look (you can choose the location of your photo shoot, bring your own props, have your own “theme”, etc) AND because all this tweaking in photoshop takes time. I have included two photos below. One is straight out of the camera (whish is still nice) and the other is after a bit of tweaking in photoshop. The first one is what you might get in the local chain store, but the other is what you can get from a local photographer.








ANd last but not least, if you are in the Stuttgart area just want to point out some local photographers who you might want to check out. Definitely do the research and compare, but I think you will come out happy with any of the following:

1)Gaby Richards Photography- view her work through FB on her fan page
THis is an amazing friend with amazing natural talent. Gaby learned side by side next to me. She is an absolute pleasure to work with. (family/children/maternity)

2)Jonathan Lau PHotography- view his work on his fan page through FB
I have worked side by side with Jonathan and all you will say when you see his photos are WOW! He is just starting with building his family portfolio but he does amazing modeling shoots.

3)Tanya Price PHotography- view her work at www.tanyapricephotography.com This girl is absolutely amazing. She is a dear friend and a mentor for my family and children photoshoots. Definitely someone i will be eternally thankful to.

4)Imagine Photography by Kimberly Dodd-you can view her work on her fan page on FB. Even though she is new to this game, she has taken an initiative to become such a fast learner and is currently doing awesome.

And the X-Man returns!

My buddy Xavier will be returning every month for the first six months of his life. It should be lots of fun to see him grow! THis is his second shoot and we are already seing the changes.