courtney ortiz photography
"It's Who You Are..."
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I have known Cassidy since she was 18 months old. She was as spunky then as she is now. Her family really holds a special place in my heart. It’s an honor and a privilege to photograph her bat mitzvah this December. Her bat mitzvah portrait session will be used to create a fabulous custom sign in book to display at her party!
Mazel Tov Cassidy!
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court
courtney ortiz photography
“It’s Who You Are…”
I’ve been shooting for the Heart Gallery of Broward County for 5 years. During this time, I’ve had the privilege to meet amazing people and attend a number of amazing events. Although nothing has been as amazing as my last shoot for the Heart Gallery of Broward at Taylor’s Closet. Taylor’s Closet is a clothing boutique that rivals that of Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters, however the beautiful clothing in this store is for young girls in need and is completely 100% free. I know that my description of Taylor’s Closet just doesn’t do it justice. Take the time and check out their website. You will be blown away by what the women over there are doing for teenage girls. In fact, Taylor’s Closet was started by Lindsey Giambattista when she was 14 years old. Now in college, Lindsey is a finalist in Seventeen Magazine’s “Pretty Amazing Contest.” The way Taylor’s Closet touches the lives of girls goes way beyond “Pretty Amazing.”
Meet Malayzia. Malayzia celebrated her sweet 16 at Taylor’s Closet with a shopping spree (at no cost) and a complete makeover. Malayzia is available for adoption. I photograph children all the time. It’s MY JOB. And let me tell you, Malayzia has “it”. She’s beautiful, sweet, kind, and fabulously photogenic. In fact, she truly could model. But what would mean more to her than a modeling contract, is a family.
If you’d like more information on Malayzia or how you can get more involved in both the Heart Gallery of Broward or Taylor’s Closet please check out their websites and make an inquiry.
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court
Fellow photographer and friend Sarah Cardenas also getting in on the fun!
If photographing children can ever be a “guilty pleasure”, then shooting Ethan & Sydney is definitely mine. When Mom calls me wanting to book session (and lucky for me it’s pretty often) I tend to drop everything and do it as soon as I can. Mom always comes to the session with more luggage than an overseas vacation, and both of us are giddy school girls as we put together their looks. Mom is an amazing stylist. Email or call the studio (courtney@courtneyortiz.com 9545586893) if you’d like some help with wardrobe for your next family or child photography session.
As you can tell by the portraits, we all had a fabulous time in the studio!
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court
Today, Owen joined the ranks of school children all over the United States. He started kindergarten. I’m really excited about this new adventure of his, and I think he truly is ready to be a “big boy”. Stella started school last week. She’ll be going three days a week, which means we’ll have two weekly “girls’ days”. I hope to make them very special.
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court
Meet Jonah, big brother extraordinaire to his delicious baby sister Zoe. Two very beautiful babes.
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I love this capture between big brother and little brother. You can truly see how happy Tyler is that he finally has a little brother. I was 9 when my sister was born. Never did I think I’d end up with 3 siblings. So I completely relate to this big bro’s elation.
We’ve been on location quite a lot recently. So you’ll see quite a few of those in the coming days/weeks.
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court
Dad wanted to celebrate his daughter’s first birthday with a lifestyle session with his three gorgeous daughters. Thank you to the Seagate Hotel in Delray for allowing us their gorgeous property as a backdrop. Here are two quick sneak peaks from yesterday’s session.
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courtney ortiz photography
“It’s Who You Are…”
This has been a really amazing summer here at the studio. We’ve been steadily busy for what is traditionally a slower time of the year. I feel like I’ve just blinked and now we’re already talking about the beginning of the school year. Well if you’re looking for stylish new back to school fashions for your little boy or girl, you have to make a stop at L&L Tiny Treasures in downtown Hollywood. Rita has an amazing selection of boutique clothing, accessories, and jewelry. She also has a small inventory of extremely high end kids’ consignment. (I did score a brand new with tags Lily Pulitzer outfit for my little baby Charlotte! FTW!) Visit L&L Tiny Treasures at 200o Harrison St. in downtown Hollywood, 33020. (“Like” them on facebook)
This gorgeous yellow school bus was built and designed by me. I wanted something big, bold, graphic, and absolutely hand made. It’s available now in the studio if you’d like to come and play!
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court
This is Owen. My favorite son! (my only son!) Kindergarten is just one short month away. Moments like these don’t happen as much as I’d like.
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court
Today is July 2! Where has the time gone? Time flies when you’re having fun. I look forward to what the remainder of 2012 has in store. And believe me, I know it’s going to be amazing.
Just a quick share from one of this past weekend’s Hollywood Beach sessions.
Isn’t he such a cutie?
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court
