Becky's Blabs from Hardgrave Photography

Becky Hardgrave Knoxville, Arkansas, United States I am a Certified Professional Photographer (PPA). I am dedicated to creating the best possible images for our guests and clients. Whether the image I am going for is serious, funny, sweet, or edgy, we have the personality, tools, and the knowledge to get it done and capture the images that make you smile. When I started photographing people, I realized what a blessed life I could have at something I loved and was great at. I have constantly strived to further my education. Investing in continuing education is what keeps me fired up. I always want to give my clients better. I want to continue to grow as an artist. I am a member of Professional Photographers of America, Arkansas Professional Photographers Association, Professional Photographers of the Ozarks, and Special Kids Photography of America.

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Yay! My updated APPA membership certificate with my name as president #arkansasphotographer #certifiedprofessionalphotographer (at Hardgrave Photography)

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BIG NEWS! I am returning to photographing weddings. 479-885-3835 #weddingphotography #weddingdress #arkansasphotographer (at Hardgrave Photography)

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TIPS FOR PARENTS OF NEWBORNS Newborn photo sessions are best when baby is under 2 weeks old. Parents should call (479-885-3835) to set up the newborn session as soon as they get home and get settled. If you have ideas on the session - great, let's discuss them BEFORE the session. Plan on spending an hour and half at the studio. Wear something cool - the studio in VERY WARM during a newborn session. Plan on feeding the baby after you arrive at the studio, but before we start the session. Sleepy babies can be posed and stay in poses better for those sweet photos. #newbornphotography #digitalprops (at Hardgrave Photography)

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Go Fishing Day is the perfect excuse we’ve all been looking for to take a day off and get our lines wet. source - http://ow.ly/id9j307aNr1 #gofishingday (at Hardgrave Photography)

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Red, White, and Blue clothing perfect for this set! Open for kids up to 12 years old. Special packages starting at $99 Bring and extra set of clothes - popcicles can get sticky! Session fee only $15 Ropa con rojo, blanco y Azul es perfecta para esta escena! Disponible para niños de 12 años para abajo. Paquetes especiales comienzan con $99. Trae ropa extra porque las paletas estarán pegajosas! (at Hardgrave Photography)

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BIG NEWS! I am returning to photographing weddings. 479-885-3835 #weddingphotography (at Hardgrave Photography)

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Red, White, and Blue clothing perfect for this set! Open for kids up to 12 years old. Special packages starting at $99 Bring and extra set of clothes - popcicles can get sticky! Session fee only $15 Ropa con rojo, blanco y Azul es perfecta para esta escena! Disponible para niños de 12 años para abajo. Paquetes especiales comienzan con $99. Trae ropa extra porque las paletas estarán pegajosas! (at Hardgrave Photography)

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How to celebrate Nature Photography Day Obviously, the first step to celebrating Photography Day is getting out into the world with your camera. You can’t take pictures of nature without being out in it, and who doesn’t need a walk every now and then? Visit your local park and discover the beauty held in such a natural setting, or take a look in your garden for the little-hidden world of insects and flowers. Nature can be found everywhere, even in the cracks in the sidewalks! This image is of Lago Atitlan in beautiful Guatemala source - http://ow.ly/FQbE307aN4B #naturephotography #naturephotographyday2017

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Red, White, and Blue clothing perfect for this set! Open for kids up to 12 years old. Special packages starting at $99 Bring and extra set of clothes - popcicles can get sticky! Session fee only $15 Ropa con rojo, blanco y Azul es perfecta para esta escena! Disponible para niños de 12 años para abajo. Paquetes especiales comienzan con $99. Trae ropa extra porque las paletas estarán pegajosas! (at Hardgrave Photography)

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Superman Day! What’s that?! There in the sky? Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No! It’s the Man of Tomorrow! Superman has gone by many names over the years, but one thing has remained the same. He has always stood for what’s best about humanity, all of our potential for terrible destructive acts, but also our choice to not act on the level of destruction we could wreak. Superman was first created in 1933 by Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel, the writer and artist respectively. His first appearance was in Action Comics #1, and that was the beginning of a long and illustrious career for the Man of Steel. In his unmistakable blue suit with red cape, and the stylized red S on his chest, the figure of Superman has become one of the most recognizable in the world. source - http://ow.ly/pvOZ307aMvt #superman #supermanday2017 (at Hardgrave Photography)

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BIG NEWS! I am returning to photographing weddings. 479-885-3835 #weddingphotography (at Hardgrave Photography)

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June 14 ONLY - Just for Daddies! Free mini session and one 5x7 print for dads with their kids. Call to make your appointment and your appointment to pick out your print and make an order at special prices if you like. 479-885-3835 Mini session gratis con una foto de 5x7 con papás y sus hijos. Llama para reservar su mini sesión y una cita para escoger su foto gratis y puedes ordenar mas fotos si tu quieres. No es una obligación comprar. Todos deben tener una buena foto con sus padres. Puedes llamar al 479-885-3835. (at Arkansas)

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June 14 ONLY - Just for Daddies! Free mini session and one 5x7 print for dads with their kids. Call to make your appointment and your appointment to pick out your print and make an order at special prices if you like. 479-885-3835 Mini session gratis con una foto de 5x7 con papás y sus hijos. Llama para reservar su mini sesión y una cita para escoger su foto gratis y puedes ordenar mas fotos si tu quieres. No es una obligación comprar. Todos deben tener una buena foto con sus padres. Puedes llamar al 479-885-3835. (at Hardgrave Photography)

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Rubadubdub Baby in the tub! We have the cutest props for out babies in the Baby Steps program. #babyphotographer #babiesofinstagram (at Hardgrave Photography)

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In the Baby Steps Program, we do a 4 month session. Babies are beginning to smile at other people than close family, and can focus farther out. You can practice tummy time with them at home. Lay the baby on his/her stomach and place their arms in front of chest. Once you have done this place your hand on their hands and the head should pop up. If your baby is not holding its head up well, don't worry - we can wait a week or two longer. All babies progress at their own pace, just because the calendar says it's time doesn't mean it is. Two outfits are enough, but you may want to bring several and let me advise you on which one will photograph best. (at Hardgrave Photography)

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Oceans Day is a yearly event to celebrate and honor the bodies of water that join us all. The oceans generate most of the oxygen we breathe, they regulate our climate, and they feed us. This image was taken in Zanzabar - the Indian Ocean source - https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/world-oceans-day/. #oceansday #indianocean #godsbeautifulcreation (at Hardgrave Photography)

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Oh the 10 month Baby Steps session in our program is fun! Most babies are standing up "cruising", some are even taking steps! This is a good time to capture these stages and even do a smash cake for first birthday invitations. #certifiedprofessionalphotographer (at Hardgrave Photography)