CAROLINE RENTZEL PHOTOGRAPHY

NEW BLOG!

2010-11-01T22:58:00.005-06:00

Friends,

I've got great news... drum roll....... I have a new blog! and I can't wait to share it with you. So hurry now and go see the latest session. And with a new blog... promises of more posting... scouts honor :) So heres the new address: www.carolinerentzelblog.com

And because a post is always more fun with a picture:

Here is a picture of me from the latest workshop I've been to, Melissa Jill's 2day. I will be doing a post about that later this week so make sure you check back in at the new blog.

And as Hedi Klum would say, "Auf Wiedersehen" old blog.

The Cooper Trooper

2010-08-19T21:40:00.001-05:00

This little man is almost one! This is my third time photographing him and it couldn't have been better! He has definitely turned into a little charmer :) For his first birthday he is having a cowboy themed party so I definitely had to get a few with the cowboy hat and boots. We had even given him the nickname "Cooper Trooper" by the end of the session :)

Hope you have a blast at your party Cooper! Happy Birthday!

We decided to end the session with a few family shoots. So glad we did!

Wedding Bells

2010-07-30T14:59:00.003-05:00

This family is so fun and so in love! I had so much fun photographing them. And isn't their daughter just precious?! Brinti & Chris, I can't wait to shoot your wedding today! You two are such a beautiful and joyful couple!

Kaitlyn{Portraits}

2010-06-16T20:10:00.002-05:00

Everyones got that little black dress.... well now I'm thinking about investing in a little red dress after this session! I had so much fun with you Kaitlyn! Thanks for workin' it!

The Good Ol' Days

2010-06-05T11:07:00.001-05:00

Remember the days back when 4th and 5th graders didn't have cell phones? When the only way you knew it was time to go home was when it got dark out side.. AND of course you'd wait till the last minute, so you'd race back on your bike with your siblings and neighborhood friends hoping not to be late... Remember that friend in elementary school that you spent every possible minute with? Well I'd like you to meet mine, Grace. Over the years, between going to different schools and both of us moving from the neighborhood, we had lost touch. A few weeks ago though, I received a text message from her asking if I would get a few pictures of her, saying she had seen some of my work on facebook and she just needed one... Well we got quite a few more than that! Probably because I just kept shooting the whole time we talked about the good ol' days! From the instant we started talking it was like we were old friends again and hadn't skipped a beat. We chatted about old memories, college, and plans for the future.

Grace, is definitely a force to be reckoned with. This summer she is going to Guatemala for a medical internship. She will be assisting in mobile medical clinics and translating between physicians and patients for 6 weeks. I definitely pray that you will have a safe journey Grace!

Lane & Jake{Engagements}

2010-05-24T21:28:00.003-05:00

I've known Lane and Jake since high school and I am so honored that I they chose me to do their engagement pictures! We had such a fun session the sun even decided to shine. For a while it was questionable if the dark clouds were going to have another down pour.... gotta love Oklahoma weather! I am so thankful we didn't have to reschedule because I absolutely love how these turned out. Thanks again you guys and enjoy your pictures!

Sweet Cooper

2010-05-01T21:30:00.004-05:00

Hello long lost friends! I'm back from being MIA. ha. And boy do I have so much to share with you! But first I want do a quick post about this little man, Cooper. These are his six month pictures and I couldn't have asked for a better model! Such a joy to work with!

Sneak Peek!

2010-03-15T00:59:00.002-06:00

This little guy is such a happy camper! Here is a sneak peek of his session.

I'll be sharing more soon!

Massay{Family}

2010-02-15T07:08:00.001-06:00

As some of you may know I am also a dance teacher at Massay's Dancestar Productions. Rockie Dunn Massay is the co-owner of Massay's Dancestar Productions and she was my dance teacher for many years. She is now my boss but above all she is a great friend. I always have someone to turn to if I ever need advice on life or just wanna chitchat. I am so blessed and thankful that I am able to continue working there. It is such a fun and loving environment! Her family is incredibly sweet and have so much fun and laugher in their life. This session was full of laughter and jokes and I couldn't have hoped for anything else! Love you guys!

Did you hear?

2010-02-04T12:49:00.006-06:00

Did you hear? I am now scheduling for this spring and summer. Availability is limited so make sure you schedule your session in advance!

Special dates to keep in mind:

Senior Portraits
Mother's Day
Father's Day

Here is another image of this sweet boy. J has such a sweet personality and was so much fun to work with!

Permire Issue of The Brides of North Texas

2010-01-30T13:02:00.007-06:00

The Brides of North Texas issue comes out this month and it's FABULOUS! You may remember me mentioning it in this post. Ashley and Kami did such an amazing job putting it together. My sister modeled for the magazine and I got to help out on set. I have to say I could not be more proud of her and the photographers David and Luke Edmonson are fantastic. To check out the video watch below or visit their site to view more of the magazine and additional videos: http://www.bridesofnorthtexas.com/gown-shoot-edmonson-weddings.

New additions to my blog!

2010-01-29T21:50:00.014-06:00

Yep. I said it and its going to be fantastic! I'm not usually a fan of change.. but right now I'm lovin' it. So without further ado. Here's what's new!

A website{coming soon}, Logo{at the top of the blog}, inquiry page{you can find by clicking the contact link}, and a new email address! Wheww, that's a lot.

The new email address is: contact@carolinerentzel.com

Also, If you have an inquiry, please click the contact link located under 'important places to visit' and fill it out. Its as simple as that! Thanks so much!

Now... go and play in the snow! Quick. Before it melts!

long time no see... or blog in this case :)

2010-01-18T13:25:00.006-06:00

Well let me just tell you, its been the longest two weeks of my life! But hey, thats good because we could all use a little more chaos in our life, right? haha, I kid. But really its been adventurous. First, I went to San Francisco to take a class, it was fabulous. Second, I went to Market in Dallas with my sister Ashleigh. My family is opening up a business in Oklahoma City. (Stay tuned for updates on what and where!) Now let me just tell you a few little facts about my trip to San Fran.

One. I could hear the city streets at night in the apartment. The ringing of the sirens and construction workers along with the zooming cars, now that will put you to sleep.

Two. I have been to San Francisco twice now and I have yet to have the seen the Golden Gate Bridge... I know I'm a slacker. I can only imagine how cool it looks... but there just wasn't any time. Bummer.

Three. I have ABSOLUTELY no idea how people drive on the hills! I mean seriously in Full House they look pretty steep but in person its like Mount Everest! Ok maybe I'm exaggerating, but let's be honest, all I have to compare it to is the flat plains of Oklahoma :)

Four. Bloomingdales. Oh My Goodness, Bloomingdales. It was like a moment in shopaholic. Floors upon floors of delicious goodies. But I'm sad to report, no souvenirs. But hey its always fun to window shop!

Five. I felt an Earthquake! I was on the 7th floor of the apartment and the room kinda moved. My thought was 'Wow the construction workers really must have dropped something heavy to make it reach all the way up here!" and it wasn't until later that day the newscaster reported a 6.5 earthquake across the bay and I put the two together.

Now with that said, on a more serious note, I am lucky that the earthquake wasn't disastrous but unfortunately the earthquake in Haiti was. I pray that we will all come together and extend our hand in whatever we can do as we would hope others would do for us. I believe in the power of prayer and if you are ten years old reading my blog saying.. 'hum what can I really do?' Take a minute and send a prayer. It goes a long way.

Now because I just wrote five million words and you're probably asking 'com'on Caroline where are the pictures!' Well, let me share a picture of the view from the balcony of the apartment. I promise more pictures in the next post!

Two post coming soon of a family that I keep close to my heart and another of sweet baby Joey!

Rentzel Christmas Party

2009-12-22T17:32:00.006-06:00

This past weekend was our annual family Christmas Party in the city. All my cousins and Aunts and Uncles from my Dad's side of the family got together and enjoyed some great food and awesome company. We had so much fun together! My older sister's family ended up being sick except for Owen, so he got to go with Aunt Caroline! He had so much fun chasing cousin Natalie around the table, lap after lap! Here are some sweet pictures of my nephews with their coordinating Christmas outfits on. I am truly blessed and thankful that we all live close enough to get to see each other so often!

Hope you and your family have a blessed Christmas!

Caroline Rentzel

*update

I just had a chance to make the images a bit smaller to be able to see them better! Here is another sweet one of Owen just for kicks :)

But Santa's coming... there's so much to do! -Elf

2009-12-18T00:54:00.006-06:00

Everything is somewhat slowing down a bit before the holidays so I finally have a chance to share with you another session!

Not sure what it is but lately I've been diggin' black and white... don't get me wrong, color is beautiful (that golden light is stunning) but black and white has just made my heart sing lately! So, this post is purely black and white and I love it!

This sweet family was so great to work with! The whole family joined me at the park early on a game day to fight the wind, chill, and all those sooner fans to get these beautiful images. It was well worth it! Thanks again for the opportunity to photograph your family!

Look at these eyes and that smile

Sebastian and his Aunt Kelsey

And yes, the quote from Elf is my ringtone :)

Cooper's First Christmas

2009-12-10T00:13:00.003-06:00

Here is a preview of a session I did recently with my cousin Melissa and her family. After thanksgiving I stayed an extra day and got to hang out with them. We never really get to see each other as often as we'd like because she doesn't live in the same town as I do, but I find that Melissa and I are a lot a like! We love to joke around and listen to a lot of the same music, in fact her husband, Julian, actually commented on how we should just share an ipod!

It was great getting to see you guys! Here are a few pictures of them and their sweet baby.

STILL in the spirit of thanksgiving... I am also thankful for this family :)

2009-12-07T14:30:00.007-06:00

Jenny is probably one of my favorite people in this entire world and everybody knows it. She and I danced and now teach at the same dance studio. She is a few years older than me and when I was younger she was one of my biggest role models. Then I probably couldn't pin point why I looked up to her so much and thought she was soo awesome, but I do now! She is one of the most strongest, dedicated, kind hearted, and sincere person I know. She has a heart for the Lord and she shows it daily. It has been so fun watching her and her family grow. From her telling us the story of her proposal from Chad during dance class to now having the opportunity to photograph her family Christmas pictures with her sweet boys. She has become a great friend and I am soo lucky! So again, I am thankful for your friendship Jen!

{Family}

2009-12-03T17:53:00.006-06:00

I am kind of sad that all of the beautiful fall colors have began to fade. Luckily, I was able to capture this family right before the colors started to go. This sweet family was such a joy to work with. Ainsley is just precious and her parents are so fun and genuine. I look forward to future sessions with this family!

In the spirit of thanksgiving... I am thankful for this family!

2009-12-01T13:37:00.003-06:00

I have been blessed to get to know this family over the past two years. Megan has become such a great friend and her two children, Emma and Sophie, are such a joy. They are the sweetest girls with very fun personalities. Thank you Megan for your friendship! Love you guys!

Brotherly Love

2009-11-18T11:48:00.002-06:00

Corbin and Collin are some awesome kids that I have gotten to know over the past few years. They are so kind and fun to be around!

Thank you guys for making my job so fun :) Carrie, you are such a joy to be around and thank you for trusting me to photograph your boys!

if you're happy and you know it, clap your hands!

2009-11-15T17:24:00.003-06:00

Ashleigh, my sister, has an old soul with lots and lots of joy. So for this session I decided to do something more old fashion looking. And since my nephews love trains, I took their family down to the train museum and saw "Thomas (the train)!" (that is what my nephew calls each train he sees :)

Oh, she's just being Miley

2009-11-13T14:03:00.007-06:00

Gotta love road trips! My sister and I wend down to Plano, Texas this past Wednesday were she modeled SIX different gorgeous gowns for the next brides of North Texas issue. I have to admit, we now know what it feels like to sing a concert, haha. On the way we sang everything from JoJo, Spice Girls, B-Spears, Miley, a little Bohemian Rhapsody, and of course Shania Twain. The photographers, David and Luke Edmondson, were incredible! So definitely look for the upcoming Brides of North Texas issue in February!

On the way home I begged to get some images for myself (I mean seriously she already had her hair and makeup done!) so we pulled over into this woodsy area and played. Here is what I got!

{Sara & Rod}

2009-11-03T09:39:00.003-06:00

Sara and Rod are such a fun couple! You still see their joy for each other after being married for a few years! Thank you guys for letting me photograph you and drag you all over campus! :)

{my sweet nephew}

2009-10-25T15:33:00.002-06:00

{Brides}

2009-10-12T00:27:00.002-05:00

A couple of weekends ago I assisted Kalee Ridings during a bridal session! Here are a few of my favorite images I got of the bride to be, Ali. Definitely check out Kalee's website and blog she is an amazing photographer!

http://kaleeridingsphotography.blogspot.com/

Pumpkin Patch!

2009-10-08T00:42:00.008-05:00

This week I was able to go to the pumpkin patch with two awesome families! The weather was pretty gloomy but we still got some great ones!

Sarah, Sebastian, and Jake

Jamie, Natalie, and Matt

2009-10-04T00:21:00.002-05:00

Baby Cooper!

2009-09-24T01:00:00.008-05:00

Baby Cooper is finally here! Today I had the opportunity to take his newborn pictures and he was such a trooper! It was awesome to spend the day with Melissa and Julian! Cooper has some pretty great parents :) Their love for each other definitely shows! Here are few images I just couldn't wait to share with everyone... and as always there are more to come!

Matt Jamie and Natalie!

2009-09-11T11:47:00.003-05:00

This weekend I was able to photograph my cousin's family. They are so sweet and I wanted to share with you all some of my favorites :) I definitely put up more than I usually would... but there are so many great ones I just couldn't pick between them! Such a photogenic family! Thanks matt jamie and natalie for being so awesome and trusting me to photograph your family! Love you guys!

I love my little Jack Jack

2009-07-27T14:31:00.000-05:00

Courtney... aka sister

2009-07-23T11:37:00.001-05:00

Capelli Ellis

2009-07-23T10:37:00.001-05:00

--Capelli--

Such a sweet boy!

LONDON!

2009-07-22T18:25:00.000-05:00

I think he likes his job too much... haha.

Not a happy camper... she was finding out that changing of the guards was cancelled...

Relaxing at the Louve... not a bad idea.

He was literally trying to stay awake while he was on duty!

"Hello lovely, where would you like to go?" -Cabbie

I seriously would move to london to be able to ride in the "cabbies" all the time :)

Jack and Owen!

2009-07-22T18:12:00.000-05:00

This one is for Justin. He saw mom's hat, turned his hands up, and said "where's Justin?" He definitely misses you!

About Caroline

2009-06-15T13:47:00.003-05:00

Caroline Rentzel is a lifestyle portrait photographer located in Norman, Oklahoma. She is available for Wedding, Family, Senior, and Newborn. She is also available for travel outside of Norman.

To request information concerning pricing and availability, please contact her.