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  • Welcome to my blog!

    Hi ! ! ! ! My name is Von. That's short for Souksavane (pronounced "Sook-sa-von"). Yeah, I know...most people see that name and say, "Okay. I'll go with Von."

    I like that I have a unique name. Why? Because being unique is important to me. I'm the kind of girl that won't wear a dress if I've seen a friend or acquaintance wear the same dress.

    That concept applies to my outlook on photography as well.

    I'm a wedding and portrait photographer that likes to be unique. Not weird unique or quirky unique but just simply...unique.

    I believe in being positive because negativity is just...negative.

    I have two of the most beautiful, most awesome children in the whole wide world. Yes, I know, every momma says that about her kids.

    I would LOVE to get to know you and your family better. Let's sit down, have a cup of coffee and chat.

It’s good to be busy.

Thursday, October 6, 2011 Posted in Personal

It’s the second half of wedding season here at Von DeVore Photography.  Yes, there is an actual “season” for weddings.

What does that mean?  It means that things are kinda crazy!!!!  It means that emails take longer to get a response.  It means that everything but the essentials are on the back burner.

Your patience with me is greatly appreciated.

And because every post needs a photo.  Here are a few photos of me working hard at a couple of recent weddings.

This is a very typical move of mine.  I think it gives me more stability when I stand like this.

Helping the bride with her shoes.

Me, giving directions.

Details.  Details.  Details.

I think I was doing my “crouching tiger hidden dragon” move.

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St. Louis Engagement Photography: Heather and Adam

Tuesday, January 3, 2012 Posted in Engagement Sessions

Heather and Adam will be getting married in Kentucky.

They currently live in St. Louis…so they wanted an engagement session that reflected where they were in their lives at this point in time.  Something more urban feeling.  They already have a photographer hired to shoot their wedding who was unable to come to St. Louis for a photo session….so they contacted me.  I’m so glad they choose me to document this portion of their lives.

Starting off with one of my FAVORITES of the day!!!!!

They have fun with each other (as you can see above) and they love to laugh.  That’s the best kind of couple!

How adorable are those two?!?!?!  Can I just say …. Heather has GORGEOUS hair!!!!!

Since this was an urban-themed session, we had to make sure we showed the architecture of St. Louis in all it’s glory.

Aawwwww……how sweet is this?

Sometimes I get a little silly with where I ask people to sit or stand…but I really like this arrow and them sitting there.  I know…a little quirky.

A small switch-a-roo of clothes and continuing on with the rest of their session.  It’s a nice change…one more casual outfit and one more formal outfit.

Heather and Adam…best wishes to you on your future together.  Glad to have spent some time getting to know you.

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St. Louis Engagement Photography: Jane and Scott

Saturday, December 24, 2011 Posted in Engagement Sessions

 Jane and Scott are adorable…well Scott probably wouldn’t like being called adorable, so I’ll just say Jane is adorable and Scott compliments her completely.

These two met with me on a damp, windy kind of day but despite the weather, I think the light was gorgeous and we had a great time getting to know each other better.

 These are my favorites….

 

 

 

 

Jane and Scott, can’t wait for you wedding this summer!!!

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St. Charles Engagement Photography: Susan and Jared

Friday, December 23, 2011 Posted in Engagement Sessions

Susan and Jared are silly, funny, and so in love.

They love to have fun!

Starting off with one of my favorite shots.

The light was AH-MAAAA-ZZZZING!!!!

This is the kind of light I wish for for every single one of my sessions.  The golden, soft afternoon sun.  Very dreamy.  LOVE IT!!!!

Perfection!!!

Jared is a man of many silly faces.  Can you tell they are both very playful?!

Can’t wait for their wedding next year!

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High School Senior Photography: Gretchen – Class of 2012

Friday, December 16, 2011 Posted in High School Senior Sessions

 Outspoken.  Thoughtful.  Artistic.

These qualities shine thru after I got to knew Gretchen.

And Beautiful….oh my oh me…yes, beautiful.

 

 Starting off with one of my favorites.  Soft, dreamy, and feminine.

 

The sun was behind her and just creating this super-dreamy feeling image.

 

Wow, those eyes!  Gorgeous!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Gretchen is a lover of art, poetry and philosophy.  I wonder what deep thoughts she’s having here?

 I wonder what intriguing thoughts she is putting down in writing?

Gretchen has a bit of a European flair wouldn’t you say?  How appropriate since she is well-traveled.  I see more travels and destinations near and far in her future.

 

 

 

 

Gretchen, it was such a pleasure to share a few hours with you getting to know you.  I know you are going to take the world by storm.  Have a great Senior year!!!

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High School Senior Photography: Kelsey

Wednesday, December 7, 2011 Posted in High School Senior Sessions

 Senior Year.

A time to enjoy being young, free, with unlimited options in front of you.  So many discoveries to make…about yourself, about life, and love.

This is a gal with great fashion sense …..check out the shoes.  I’m so jealous!

 

 

 

This one here below is one of my absolute favorites!!!!

I love action shots!

A little switch-er-roo in outfits plus a change in the lighting and we get a bit of drama.  LOVE this!!!

Thank Kelsey for trusting me to photograph such a unique and fun time in your life.  Hope it was everything you had hoped for and more.

Enjoy your Senior Year of High School!!!!

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