The Schaap's Clovis, New Mexico Family Session

I just adore this family and the times I get to photograph their family. I count it as a blessing. A few fun facts about this family... They love going to the beach, and they all love a good steak :) Having a house of 6 people means they have lots of favorites for candy. Some of them being snickers, hersheys, almond joy, turtles, , kit kats, reese peanut butter cups, and peanut patties. Haha with a house full of kids, they probably don't have a shortage of candy.

I'm super pumped they chose these photographs below to decorate their walls with in their home.

Enjoy!

The Fikse's Navy Blue Lubbock, Texas Family Session

All of the Fikse kids and their families came in for their dad's 60th birthday party to celebrate, and while they were all here, we did one big family session. Navy blue was the main color selection and I love how beautiful it looks on them all. Great color choice Fikse family. Family is a wonderful thing to celebrate...birthdays, babies being born, winning a volleyball game, and singing in the preschool program. These are all great accomplishments, and this family is there to support and love each other in many of these exact situations. They are truly blessed to have one another :)

Lupita and Chis's Clovis, New Mexico Family Session

Thank you to this sweet family for a wonderful session we did back in November. And thank you to Hamilton's Nursery for letting us use your lovely place for the session.A few fun facts about this family...they love starburst, twix, and flaming hot cheetos. Now those are some great picks!

This was the first time they have ever had professional family pictures taken. It blessed my heart to see how much they have enjoyed them. Thank you thank you Lupita for choosing me to photograph your family. I enjoyed every minute of it :)

The Begin's Winter Time Clovis, New Mexico Family Session

This was a family session, but it was also a "welcome home daddy" session. He had been deployed and his arrival date kept getting pushed back. Thankfully he arrived and our scheduled November shoot happened in December. Family sessions are a celebration of families. It's a way to capture all of that love for each other on camera.I am so blessed to have this family as clients of mine, and now friends.

Enjoy the Begin's winter time family session!

The Nixon's Newborn Session

The Nixon's are back! I was blessed to be their wedding photographer back in 2011(view their wedding here), and now they have a beautiful little girl. She was born just before Christmas...the perfect Christmas present for two deserving parents.

The Nelson's Newborn Family Session

The precious Nelson family have added a sweet addition to their family. Thank you Nelson's for choosing me to photograph this precious time in your life.

The Zarikta's Christmas Camping Clovis, New Mexico Family Session

Julia came to me with the cutest idea and we went with it. Thanks to our our loving community, Kripple Kreek provided her with the lanterns. Friends and family also helped supply some of the items as well as Etsy :) Great job Zarikta family. I love how these turned out.

The Chappell's Clovis, New Mexico Family Session

Thank you Chappell family for choosing me to photograph your sweet and beautiful family.

The McAden's Backyard Lubbock, Texas family Session

I love this famiy...to pieces! My best friends family is always a joy to photograph.

The Burgett's Country Chic Living Lubbock, Texas Family Shoot

Leah Burgett is a Lubbock photographer, and I was blessed to photograph her and her family beginning of November. When I pulled up to there beautiful home I was so excited. It oozes country chic living. Leah is a great antique shopper as well as decorator so I had to photograph a few of my favorite pieces of her home too.Take a look! I also love the photographs she chose to display in her home (shown below).

Happy Wednesday!

The Noble's Hill Country Marble Falls, Texas Family Session

The Noble family came to Marble Falls, Texas for a this wedding and while we were all there, they decided they wanted a family shoot in the beautiful hill country. The hill country itself is beautiful, but I never thought about how cool and different the architecture would be too.Here is a peek at the Noble's family session. They are a fun, loving family and I love the expressions captured below. I loved working with them, and I can't wait for them to see the full session this weekend!

The Finley's Portales, New Mexico Family Session

I will soon be coming to these babies with my technical questions. They already know how to navigate an iPad.

The Goldbaum's Fall Fiesta Clovis, New Mexico Family Session

There's nothing sweeter than a peaceful little moment with your kids. Even if it is just for a moment. Thank you Goldbaum's for choosing me to photograph your family :)

Christmas Season Is Upon Us

I am screaming with excitement that the Christmas season is upon us! I love this time of year, and I think I love it even more now that I have kids. How is Christmas shopping coming along for everyone? Done? Or just starting? Either way, wishing you a lovely Christmas season.

The Schaap's Groovy Fall Clovis, New Mexico Family Shoot

Who says the kids get to have all the fun?  Thank you Schaap family for bringing me into your home for a totally awesome family shoot.  Thanks for introducing me to your kitty cats, your handsome horse Apache, and for sharing your story of tarantulas camping  inside your boots on the back patio.  I can't wait to share more of these beautiful memories with you soon at your viewing and ordering session.  

The Burgett's Country Living Lubbock, Tx Family Shoot

Thank you Burgett family for welcoming me into your home (which is the coolest house ever) and photographing your family.It was a joy working with you all. I look forward to you seeing all of the pretties from that day.

Enjoy this sneak peek for the moment.

2012 Christmas Cards

Do you offer Christmas cards?Yes! I most definitely do with the help from fabulous templates I pick out with my clients in mind.

What size do you offer? 5×7 flat cardstock (this gives you two sides)

This year I am offereing 5x7 rounded corners, and 5x7 regular cards.

Any card below can be made with rounded corners.

Examples below

What kind of finish is the card? recycled paper

How much do they cost? 5×7 flat cards start at $65 for a package of 25 cards (2 sideds)

5x7 flat round corner cards start at $75 for a package of 25 cards (2 sides)

Can I customize my cards?

Some colors and wording can be changed to customize your family. The design of the card cannot be changed.

How do I go about ordering my Christmas cards?

Great! I’m glad you are ready to order. All you need to do is decide which design you want, and images you choose.

You can place your order with me at your Ordering and Viewing Session, or call me to place your order.

575.219.9312 cristy@cristycross.com

Is there a cut off date?

Yes. If you are want them all sent out by mid-December, please have your orders in to me no later than *November 24th!*

After November 24th, I cannot guarantee you will be able to mail them out by mid-December.

How long does it take to get them in?

7-10 business days-this allows time for custom work, printing and shipping

Where will they be delivered?

First to me, then to you

This way I can make sure your order is super duper correct.

Order your 2012 Christmas Cards HERE

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The Hartle's Fall Clovis, New Mexico Family Session

Get ready to see a super cute little boy, who is loved like crazy by his wonderful parents. These are the photographs they chose to display in their home.Scroll down to see my favorite.

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The Curtis's Colorful and Sunny Fall Family Session

Thank you Curtis family for coming all the way from Kansas to Clovis, New Mexico for your family session. I know you have family to visit while you are here, but I really appreciate you choosing me to be your family photographer. Your kids are darling, and so beautiful. Also, thank for letting my little ones come and play after the session, since I had to come back to pick up my props that I forgot :) It is always a joy to see you all.

The Bates Summer Backyard Clovis, New Mexico Newborn and Family Session

This summer I was invited into the home of the beautiful Bates family. They just had a sweet newborn baby boy, and wanted to get family pictures. Thank you so much for letting me photograph your family, and collect these memories for you.Their house is now decorated with several of the images you see below.