Howl on the River

“The old one, the One Who Knows, is within us. She thrives in the deepest soul-psyche of women, the ancient and vital wild Self. Her home is that place in time where the spirit of women and the spirit of wolf meet- the place where the mind and instincts mingle, where a woman’s deep life funds her mundane life. It is the point where the I and the Thou kiss, the place where, in all spirit, women run with the wolves.”

-Clarissa Pinkola Estes-

Feather Epaulette by BurningPlaya on Etsy
Pictured is @sarahbedaine
🐺 @ironwoodwolves  
💄 @lipstickbritt
📷 @alyssia_booth

To book a shoot send me a message! 
Upcoming this summer we’ll also be working with foxes.

#wild #wildkisses  #wolflove

Fall Shoots & Updates

Fall is upon us and the trees are turning beautifully!

Apples at the orchard, pumpkins patches ripe for the picking... I am very excited for all the shoots we have planned! For Orchard and Pumpkin Patch Shoots, contact us ASAP as those we have limited spaces left for those location shoots. 

For Pets! Fall location and studio shoots are NOW AVAILABLE. We will be offering Christmas and Holiday shoots by appointment as well. Due to the dog show shooting schedule we will be unable to make it out to Pet-X to do the mini-shoot days this year.

Meeting A Mermaid | East Lansing Michigan | Alyssia Booth's Candid & Studio

By the sea I'd never guess, the wildest of adventures yes!

Tiny toes tip to the waves, and greet a mermaid's fins.

And hello! The sea has brought a dream! 

Let's splash and play amongst the waves and laugh to dreams all day...

Credits...
Mermaid: Molly the Mermaid
Photographer: Alyssia Booth's Candid & Studio
Tail: Amber Isle by The Mertailor
Wig: Rhapsody by Rock Star Wigs
Shell Top & Mermaid Belt: Merlife Creations (Etsy)

Coke Bar Photo Shoots! | Vintage | Alyssia Booth's Candid & Studio | Okemos Mi

To bring in this rainy spring we're offering two different days of coke bar shoots! Individuals, couples, kids, families, or pets are welcome! I have a fantastic stylist coming in to do professional hair and makeup, and this location is INCREDIBLE. We have use of the bar, diner booths, vintage coke machine, pool table, ticket booth, and that awesome stairway all in one place. 

And the bar...

Shoot dates are Thursday the 27th of April, and Saturday May 13th. 

*Up to four people per shoot, plan for two hours (time for hair and then the hour shoot). It includes professional hair and makeup for one, and 5 images with a print release. Total is $285 for the shoot. 

*It's $85 to reserve your spot and then $200 the day of. If you prepay the whole session fee you get a bonus 7x10 matted print of your favorite image. 

*Additional hair and makeup (friends/daughters/family members etc) can be added on.

Shoot Times are at...

10am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, and 7pm for both days

Shoot times are limited, so RSVP now to book yours!

email: abcandidstudio@gmail.com
phone: 517-672-9323
or CLICK HERE
 

Makeup & Fog | Alyssia Booth's Candid & Studio

Test shoot with with Amy Lewis and Desiree Lacole! These two women are incredibly talented and fun to work with. We did several looks for this shoot varying from light and natural to dramatic with a dark red lipstick.

And the addition of... dry ice! This was so much fun to do. I've worked with dry ice several times outdoors, but never for anything quite like this. (Inspo- the magical Sue Bryce, photographers you can check her out on creativeLive.com! She's a portrait master). This last look, expertly blended with gold and bronze shadows, was my favorite.

A few tips.. 
*dry ice will burn your skin, so use oven mitts or some very thick gloves to avoid touching it. You may need a hammer or mallet to break it.
*we used rubbermaid tupperware to put the water/dry ice in, which is both low to the ground, and somewhat sturdy. Glass would probably break from the rapid and dramatic temperature changes. I've also used empty ice cream buckets.
*hot water produces more fog than cold
*plan your poses and shoot fast! Fog only lasts a few minutes so knowing what you're doing ahead of time can make a huge difference. For bigger stuff or outdoors shoots, I always end up compositing layers of the fog from different photos into the image. 

You can check out more of Amy's makeup artistry at www.makeupbyamylewis.com. She and her team do everything from bridal makeup to special effects, film, photo shoots, runway, and personal lessons. 
For more of Desiree's modeling work, check her out at www.facebook.com/DesireeLacole

To start planning your photoshoot CLICK HERE or email me at abcandidstudio@gmail.com . 

60+ Degrees In February?! A Styled Bridal Shoot | Alyssia Booth's Candid & Studio | Lansing Mi

This week we had insanely beautiful weather! 60+ degrees, blue skies and sunshine... completely out of place for the mitten state. Usually I’m freezing and wrapped in 3 sweaters and a coat this time of year with a hot mug of cocoa or tea. This past Sunday though I got together for a shoot *outdoors* with four gorgeous models and a group of awesome photographers! The Scott Sunken Gardens (our chosen location) was green and coming back to life, covered in sunshine, and birds were singing.  A few clouds dotted the sky, but otherwise it was a vision of spring!

Brides:
Kai Cotton
Brittany Dupuis
Brittney Frost
Ane Marie Fodder

Hair & Makeup:
Sarah Jane

My favorite videographer (and sister!) also joined us for the shoot! You can check out her bride features below and to check out her website Click Here.

Gowns:
Kai’s – Celestina Elvira
Anne Marie’s – H&M
Brittany- My Wedding My Dress,  Dearborn MI
Brittney – Heirloom

Thank you to my wonderful friends both old and new for joining me on this GORGEOUS sunny day!

Valentine Boudoir | Alyssia Booth's Candid & Studio | Okemos Mi

In honor of Valentines Day we have a hot new Boudoir Photo Shoot package available! 

Your shoot includes...
*Pre-Shoot Planning Session
*Professional Hair & Makeup
*Up-to 2 Hour Shoot With Pose Coaching In Our Studio
*Private Reveal & Ordering session
*Custom Printed 8x8 Leatherette Album
*Digital Set Of Your 10 Favorite Photographs

Wall Art and other products are available at your reveal. 
Shoots are $545. A 50% retainer is due at booking. Limited spaces available for January and February.
First 3 ladies to book will receive a gift!

“She moved like a poem and smiled like a sphinx.”

— Laini Taylor, Daughter of Smoke & Bone

Interested in having your own shoot? Contact me today and we'll start planning!
abcandidstudio@gmail.com
517.672.9323

Cheers To A New Year! Alyssia Booth's Candid & Studio

Hooray! It's January! A bit mucky but it's a new year, filled with promise for wild adventures and new stories to tell. This holiday season Jake and I went to Canada, found a small castle, and saw Niagara Falls alight in the evening darkness. It was a grand adventure, and not actually that far from home! This summer I'll wonder out there again in search of that shipwreck we drove by... wardrobe and wild concepts in tow...

Who's going to join me?!

The website is under a little maintenance this month with some updates, so if galleries or pages mysteriously disappear for a little bit, that's what's happening. 
I hope everyone had a grand holiday, and the new year is brilliant for you! 

2 Dates for Santa Photos at Pet X | Howell Mi | Alyssia Booth's Candid & Studio

Prints and digitals from our November photo day have been delivered to Pet-X for pickup! If you missed the November shoot, Santa will be back for two more dates in December!

Come out and join us on...

Saturday December 17th from 12 - 4pm
Sunday December 18th from 12 - 4pm

...in the PetX training room for our Holiday Photo Shoot!

We have two new sets this year and Santa will be joining us!

20 Minute Photo Sessions at our either or both of our two new photo sets. One Holiday and one Winter themed.

There will be special event pricing on products and a la carte ordering. Prints, digital, canvas, magnets, and more!

No session fees for this event. 

>>>Enter the raffle for an on Location Photo Session<<<

Contact Debbie at Pet-X by email DEBBIE@MYPETX.COM or phone at 517-546-6740 to reserve your time spot!

Can't make it to Pet-X? Contact us HERE for a private shoot.

Howwwllllllllloween at Pet-X!

On October 29th we'll be at Pet-X in Howell for our Halloween event! Get you costumes ready and come join us for a photo shoot! 

Here's all the info.... 

*20 Minute Photo Sessions at one or both of our Fall and Spooky Halloween themed photo sets in the Training room at Pet-X.
*Special event pricing on products and a la carte ordering. 
*No session fees for this event. 
*Kids, pets, famillies welcome! Don't forget your Halloween costumes.
*Enter our raffle for a photo shoot when you arrive!

Located in the Training Room at PetX... The address is.....

132 W. Highland Rd., Ste 101, Howell, Mi. 48843

Time slots are available on October 29th from Noon to 5pm
RSVP today to save your spot.  

Contact Debbie at Pet-X by email DEBBIE@MYPETX.COM or phone at 517-546-6740 to reserve your time spot!

Autumn Dream | Alyssia Booth's Candid & Studio

"Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree." -Emily Bronte

I've fallen in love with wild locations and beautiful trees, elegant gowns and long, flowing fabric...

This skirt is a few short panels sewn together with about a four yard length of fabric. It was incredibly simple to create, and mixed with a corset (this one was from VS), it create's an incredibly dreamy dress. Originally blue and white, I altered the coloration of the gown for the more ethereal world filled with vibrant autumn golds. 

Credits... 
Model: Angiee Patton
Makeup Artist: Alaina Rene Williams
Photographer: Alyssia Booth
Wardrobe: Victoria's Secret corset & hand sewn skirt