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Hi! My name is Pam Nafziger, and I'm a children's and family custom portrait photographer who recently relocated to the Lake Keowee area of South Carolina. I do sessions at my home on the lake, but I do on-location work anywhere in the upstate area including Clemson, Anderson, Greenville, and as far north as the Highlands and Cashiers areas of NC. I make frequent trips to the Pittsburgh PA, Lancaster PA, Olney MD, and Great Falls VA areas (where my children live) for clients. I also accept just a few select weddings throughout the year, and in addition to my children and family work, I LOVE doing high school senior portraits and newborns! Call me at 864-719-0130 or email me at pamnafziger@gmail.com if you would like more information about Casual Moments Photography - I would love to talk with you!

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Clemson SC childrens photographer | All Tuckered Out

May 16th, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

We kept two of our grandchildren last weekend (almost 5 days actually) while their parents got settled in after their move from PA to Kentucky. It was fun, but it was exhausting (hence the title of this post – it was ME that was all tuckered out!). I had all kinds of plans to take them out in a nearby field to get some photos, but each day slipped by filled with feeding them, changing them, keeping them out of trouble and safe, naps, and early bedtime. On the last day, when I had their schedule firmly under control, it rained. All day.  I was able to get some of Eislen just after she woke from her nap by giving her my hat to play with . These were done on my screened porch. The one of Ref was taken while he was in his booster seat just after dinner. I was disappointed that I didn’t get more shots of them, but I did get a good taste of what my clients with very young children experience when they book a photo session with me…it is so hard to control their child’s schedule so that the timing is right. That’s the main reason that I generally allow for several hours of leeway when I book a session with young families. I don’t want to stress them out further by worrying about exact times, and I am flexible enough that I can usually adjust the timing to work with them. So, if you have children that are a little unpredictable, don’t put off having them photographed and don’t be afraid to call me – my job as a custom photographer is to work with you to get the best images possible!

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Mingo Creek Park photo session | Natalie & Jake engaged!

May 7th, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

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  1. Sarah Pierce wrote: These are so cute! I love the layout...so fun! (05/07/12, 3:27 pm)

  2. Yvonne wrote: Beautiful. Love the bridge image. (05/07/12, 3:43 pm)

  3. alpana wrote: gorgeous couple! You have the best locations! (05/07/12, 4:29 pm)

  4. Marci Ralph wrote: Great images, awesome variety! and WOW to the layout! How cool is that! (05/07/12, 5:57 pm)

  5. Kelly wrote: Lovely couple, beautiful photos!! (05/07/12, 9:09 pm)

  6. Heather Puett wrote: They are ASORABLE! (05/07/12, 9:51 pm)

  7. Renee Giugliano Photography wrote: Beautiful! Love each and every one! (05/08/12, 2:40 am)

  8. Corey Sewell wrote: Beautiful images, Pam! Love the variety and the layout is so cute! (05/08/12, 5:50 am)

  9. Lisa Kelly wrote: Amazing couple, amazing locations - and absolutely amazing photography!!!! (05/08/12, 6:22 am)

  10. cmagreni wrote: love, love, love the pics....and yes, a very special couple!! --cathi (05/08/12, 7:22 am)

  11. Meggan wrote: These are lovely pam! I just adore your work! (05/08/12, 9:38 am)

  12. Robbie wrote: Really beautiful work! They must be in love with all of these! (05/09/12, 11:07 am)

  13. Tammy Krummel wrote: wonderful poses and great interaction in this cute engagement session! (05/10/12, 10:37 am)


Westminster SC photographer | Spending my pennies

April 23rd, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

I just realized that I never shared some of the images I got of Genevieve and Gavin last month. I know, bad Nanna. I never really know if I’m going to be able to talk them into letting me photograph them when I visit – sometimes they do it, and sometimes they really don’t want to. I try not to push too hard, but I am not above bribing them. Fortunately, at least for the moment, they can be persuaded with pennies. One for every shot. And they count each one, believe me! Here are a few of my favorites…we don’t usually have the luxury of selecting their wardrobe ahead of time, but I have found it’s more important to seize the opportunity when I sense that they are in a cooperative mood, so ignore the hot pink…oh, and Gavin lost a front tooth so I was thrilled to get some of him with that milestone smile!

 

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  1. teri mason wrote: They are just beautiful! (04/24/12, 10:15 am)


33 Dresses | living your life using the good china!

April 20th, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

Please visit/like my friend Elissa Ashwood’s Facebook page “33 dresses”. She is starting 33 days of radiation to treat breast cancer, and is inviting all of us to join her in her quest to treat each day as a reason to celebrate! Why put off using the good china, wearing dresses, or calling those you love for a “special” day? They are all special!!! I’m going to be joining her, and I hope you do too. She will have a blog up and running soon, and I will have a special offer for everyone who shares in her mission – details soon!

33 dresses

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Bethel Park PA maternity photographer | waiting patiently

March 29th, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

Seems like only yesterday I did a maternity session for this lovely couple when they were expecting their adorable little daughter, and now #2 is almost here! It was  so much fun capturing these images because of Luci – she just made me laugh so much! She is talking very well for her age, and says the darnedest things. You can tell she is going to be so sweet with her new sibling (we don’t know if this baby is a boy or a girl) and I can’t wait to come back and photograph her with the new baby. And look how spectacular Mom looks! You know that I’m normally a “color” person, but with maternity and newborn sessions I am definitely a fan of black and white because it is so timeless and flattering.

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  1. Marci Ralph wrote: Adorable family! Love that black and white! (04/10/12, 8:23 am)

  2. Sindea Horste wrote: Aw, what a sweet family. These are beautiful! (04/10/12, 1:50 pm)

  3. alpana wrote: What a gorgeous family! Love the pictures! (04/10/12, 2:11 pm)

  4. Anna-Karin wrote: Adorable big sister and beautiful family! Great captures from this special time in their life. (04/10/12, 3:20 pm)

  5. Amy Rader wrote: What a beautiful family. The little girl is a cutie pie! (04/10/12, 6:09 pm)

  6. lisa wrote: Gorgeous! The last image is so darling, too. (04/10/12, 10:20 pm)

  7. Heather Puett wrote: Beautiful family! (04/10/12, 11:19 pm)

  8. Lina wrote: Beautiful captures, such sweet moment of their lives. Gorgeous! (04/11/12, 10:05 am)

  9. Christy Johnson wrote: Just beautiful! (04/11/12, 10:49 am)

  10. Paula wrote: Beautiful images...love that last one too of their little girl! (04/11/12, 4:10 pm)

  11. Corey Sewell wrote: Such a beautiful momma-to-be and family! Love them! (04/12/12, 3:00 pm)


McMurray PA photographer | Mother’s Day Portraits

March 26th, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

I just love portraits of mothers and daughters. I love seeing the similarities and the connections that they have. One of my goals for this year is to have one of me and my girls, and hopefully one of me and my mom and sister.  I think this is an absolutely perfect Mother’s Day gift! How about a girls day of manicures and hair and makeup, then getting these portraits done before heading off to lunch? Sounds perfect to me! Now is the time to call to reserve your session so that you can have wonderful images (and memories) like these:

 

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  1. cmagreni wrote: love, love the pics!! u r such an amazing photographer! awesome! (03/27/12, 11:02 am)


Anderson SC photographer | Those two front teeth!

March 24th, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

I have been photographing this little guy since he was a toddler and watching him grow. And grow. And grow! He is noticeably tall for six, and so well behaved that he seems older than he is. But now that he has lost his front teeth, he totally looks like a typically happy little six year old boy. And with those reddish-blonde curls, who can resist this face?! His mom made a special effort to have this part of his childhood captured professionally, and she will never regret it.

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  1. Shallyse wrote: I'm so glad that his mama chose to document this milestone in his life - that little toothless grin doesn't last very long, and it's SO cute and monumental in a child's life! (03/24/12, 2:54 pm)

  2. Tammy Krummel wrote: He is adorable! I love these great portraits! (03/24/12, 2:55 pm)

  3. Heather Puett wrote: He is a looker! (03/25/12, 12:56 am)

  4. Sarah Metz wrote: What a handsome guy - love these! Such a fun stage, so glad mom captured it, and I bet she loves these too! (03/25/12, 12:56 pm)

  5. Amy Rader wrote: What a cutie pie! Really nice photos for the family to cherish. (03/25/12, 2:31 pm)

  6. Christie wrote: So adorable!! He is so cute, and you captured him perfectly! Gorgeous images! (03/25/12, 11:43 pm)

  7. Jessica Washburn wrote: What a cutie! Love these growing-up milestones:). (03/26/12, 8:04 am)

  8. Marci Ralph wrote: What a handsome little sweea-theart! Mom and dad will cherish these forever! Beautifully done! (03/26/12, 9:57 am)

  9. Tara McGlinchey wrote: What a sweet smile. I just love this age and what better way to hold on to it than with beautiful photos. These are fabulous. Great work! (03/26/12, 11:13 pm)

  10. Paula wrote: What a handsome boy. I love the light you captured in his eyes! (03/27/12, 9:50 am)

  11. Anna-Karin wrote: He is so handsome!! Love the variety you captured of him. Looks like a very sweet little boy. (03/29/12, 8:46 am)


Wardrobe Tip

March 15th, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

Found this top online and promptly ordered one for myself. I think it is THE perfect top for pictures, because it is universally flattering to women no matter what size or shape. The V-neck elongates the neck (desirable for photos), the 3/4 sleeves slim the arms (desirable for photos) and the knotted detail just under the bust draws the eye away from the tummy (desirable for photos). It’s somewhat fitted, which means that when posed properly, you will look curvy and feminine. It comes in three colors, for every complexion. I got black, figuring I can accessorize with color if I want to. Here’s the link: perfect top     $25

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Washington, Pa photographer | Spring is coming to town, and so am I!

February 28th, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

I will be in Pennsylvania on March 17 & 18 to do sessions. Normally I do mostly indoor sessions like newborns or maternity so early in the year  because of the weather, but we have had a really mild winter so I’m pretty confident that it will be fine to schedule outdoor sessions too. There are quite a few benefits as well: most people don’t have a crazy summer sports schedule going yet, the timing is perfect for Easter portraits for gifts for the grandparents, and the weather is really great for photos – not too cold, but cool enough to wear lots of layers that look phenomenal in pictures. Just look at these images I took of Eislen this weekend – even though it isn’t really green here yet, her clothing and balloons really made these pop.  Call me at 864-719-0130 or email me at pamnafziger@gmail.com to schedule your session today!

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  1. Deb Gibson wrote: Is it really fair that you have all those ADORABLE grand dolls ??! What a blessing! :) (02/28/12, 10:01 pm)


Clemson SC photographer | full hands

February 23rd, 2012 , Posted in Uncategorized

Sometimes you just can’t do everything yourself. My friend Michelle is a fellow photographer who is a wife, home-schooling mom to three active kids,  and now just gave birth to twin boys! Her hands are VERY full at the moment, lol.  I popped over there the other day to grab some newborn shots of the twins, and of her and her family. It’s so important to capture these fleeting moments, and I was happy to do the session so that SHE could be in the photos with her beautiful family. And believe me, it was fun to work together to get the shots that are pretty hard to do alone. And just look at these little guys – are they not ADORABLE?

 

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  1. Erika wrote: Perfect! Gorgeous images. (02/23/12, 4:01 pm)

  2. Shallyse wrote: SO sweet!! (02/23/12, 4:40 pm)

  3. Kayla wrote: Pam, these are absolutely stunning! There is no doubt that I will ask you to take my children's pictures! Beautiful! <3 (02/23/12, 4:57 pm)

  4. sara lopez wrote: These are amazing. (02/23/12, 7:22 pm)

  5. Lisa S. wrote: LOVE them all!! The family shot is my favorite though. Great job!! (02/23/12, 8:07 pm)

  6. Tara McGlinchey wrote: Oh my goodness, what a beautiful pair! I love these photos. I am sure mom and dad are thrilled with these portraits. Fabulous work! (02/23/12, 9:09 pm)

  7. Christie wrote: Awwww, so sweet! They are adorable and you did a wonderful job capturing them! (02/23/12, 10:07 pm)

  8. Renee Giugliano wrote: Oh-so sweet! Love them all! Beautiful work! (02/23/12, 10:14 pm)

  9. Anna-Karin wrote: Beautiful newborn portraits!! I especially love the connection in the family photograph, so much love visible! (02/24/12, 12:48 am)

  10. Tammy Krummel wrote: What a sweet session of cute little twins! (02/24/12, 9:26 am)

  11. Heather Puett wrote: What gorgeous babies! (02/24/12, 12:59 pm)

  12. Christia wrote: So adorable! My favorite is the one with the blue and brown hats with the wooden buttons! They appear to be holding hands... Great work. (02/25/12, 12:37 pm)

  13. Yvonne wrote: Very nice. Love the image of the twins holding hands. So sweet. (02/25/12, 5:15 pm)

  14. Lisa Kelly wrote: This is a beautiful newborn session. I love the amazing textures you have used on the babies, really stunning. So many really beautiful captures. Amazing stuff. (02/26/12, 3:16 am)

  15. Lina wrote: Those are beautiful captures, memories for lifetime. Gorgeous! (02/26/12, 8:19 am)

  16. Clarice Orange County wrote: What a great twin session! They are adorable! (02/26/12, 9:54 am)