Betsy Blue Blog / Betsy Tomasello

Bend, Oregon Engagement Photography: Reminiscing…Paige & Brett

Betsy — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:00:27 +0000

Reminiscing about a fun engagement session I was blessed to capture a few years back of my sweet Bend, Oregon bestie, Paige and her now husband, Brett…

After a dead battery in my jeep, a quick scramble to get everything together before the thunderstorm hit and an even quicker phone call, we all managed to pile into Brett’s truck and find this gorgeous open field of wildflowers. We played, romped and shot until the rains started…capturing some amazing light and an even more amazing moment in time. LOVE. MY. JOB.

Paige is one of my sweetest friends and has become more of a sister than a friend over the years. She’s THIS beautiful ALL THE TIME, both inside and out, and I’m so blessed to know her! Watching her life, love and adventures grow over the years has been such a joy, and I look forward to many more years of wild jeep romps, freezing cold lift rides down from Mt. Bachelor in the dark (whilst singing at the top of our lungs), cigars by the pool, fabulous facials by her at Spa Zante, cold Thanksgiving turkeys, sharing each others closets, drinking far too much good champagne, amazing conversations and genuine friendship… Life is too short not to have the kind of fun we have together. xo

This shot is SOOOOO Paige…I just adore it!

It’s too bad they’re so HOMELY, right? Sad, really… (eyes rolling)

After much cajoling at the very end of our session, Paige finally let me shoot a few of just her. This is now one of my most favorite shots of her adorable mug. (And since it’s been her profile pic FOREVER now, I’m hoping she “might” trust me a bit more in the future…*snerk*)

Rain…rAin…raIn…raiN

Betsy — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:38:48 +0000

LOVING romping around our little farm in all the rain today! Everything seems so clean and all the pre-spring greens are brighter…and that SMELL! *sigh*

Southern Oregon Boudoir Photography: Special Delivery & One Lucky Groom

Betsy — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 04:36:11 +0000

On one of my recent visits back “home” to Southern Oregon, I had the fabulous joy of shooting some boudoir with the stunning Miss A. Not only is this gal a knock-out, but her home, her view, her LINGERIE…was aaaaaaamazing!

After I’d arrived and we’d walked through the shoot and laid out her incredible lingerie choices, she informed me she had yet to receive still ANOTHER special lingerie delivery that same day…because you can never have enough Agent Provocateur! LOL I’ve always been a sweet Cosabella fan, myself, (Which I dare say I think she had a bit of too!) but I’m actually not really partial to any one name-brand. Whatever fits your body-type, mood and desires, works for me. And I also must stress, that I always advise my boudoir clients there is absolutely no need to go break the bank on new lingerie…I can do wonders with an old scarf or some cotton comic briefs from the bottom of your drawer! That being said, Miss A’s lingerie was absolutely beautiful…and breathtaking on her fit physique!

Love this girl and had an absolute blast getting to know her and shoot some beautiful boudoir!

This ruffled panty set was GORGEOUS on her! Love these soft, sweet shots we captured…

This beauty works hard at her body, and it shows! I’d kill for some abs like hers… (as I sit here eating strawberry mochi)

There’s more than one way to define art. Simply elegant!

I wouldn’t have been able to BREATH in that bustier…but with tight, toned abs, Miss A hardly noticed!

Miss A: THANK YOU for allowing me into your beautiful home to capture your beauty. You are simply gorgeous! And a HUGE congrats on your recent nuptials! He was a very lucky man to get your album full of THESE shots as a wedding gift! xo

La Jolla Wedding Photography: …from Wedding Clients to Dear Friends

Betsy — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:14:34 +0000

Guess who just arrived for a visit at our little fam? MmmHmm…remember THIS gorgeous couple?

We are so blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know them over the years and now call them our dear friends. And little Caroline is, of course, Mia’s bestest pen pal buddy. Love. This. Family. Get ready for some updated toddler pics of the girls!

Shooting…WITHOUT a camera, for a change!

Betsy — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:14:57 +0000

Some screen shots of my “date day” with the hubs and some friends today… It was SO needed and SO much fun! Note to self: Date your hubby more often. Hope you all had a WONDERFUL Monday too! xo

Southern Oregon Engagement Photographer: Reminiscing…

Betsy — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:18:06 +0000

Still smile every time I see this shot from an engagement session I did in Medford, Oregon a few years back. Makes me SO HAPPY!

…this is EXACTLY why I’m behind on blogging (& other aspects of life)

Betsy — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 03:44:21 +0000

Saw this roaming around the other day and had to share. I hope it will shed some light on why blogging takes a back seat these days!

But look at that face! Isn’t she well worth it? I, obviously, think so… xo

Coronado Family Photography: Adamson Family

Betsy — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 04:34:15 +0000

One of my sweet family full of friends from back home in Oregon…LOVE THIS FAMILY! xo

The Mia & Clyde Show

Betsy — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:24:33 +0000

Welcome to our morning routine… Hope you’re having a WONDERFUL Christmas season! xo

UPDATE: The Niño Challenge

Betsy — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 18:06:36 +0000

I just wanted to give a HUGE shout out and thank you to the amazing people, who helped raise a total of $171 towards our goal of $500 in our Nino Challenge. I can’t thank those of you who gave, enough for your generosity and support for Amanda & Giezi’s mission. You are awesome!

I have to admit, I’m a bit saddened that we weren’t able to reach our goal of $500 but I am humbly grateful for the funds we were able to raise. With Mark & I’s matched contribution, I know we have all helped out the Nino’s considerably in their mission to lift up and support the lost children of Mexico.

(and I’m secretly happy our Christmas present money didn’t go to the mall this year!)