MOLLY DUES photography

A SuperHero Party

mollydues — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:57:17 +0000

I have a love/hate relationship with planning my childeren’s birthday parties. I love to brainstorm, love to peruse Pinterest for ideas, love to craft the fun little details. I hate that there is never enough time, hate that all 3 of them have birthdays in the fall/early winter when I seem to be busiest trying to wrap up wedding season, and hate that I always seem to be doing too much at the last minute to truly enjoy the event. Isaac turned 7 in September, and Clark turned 4 in October. I normally try to throw their parties together (while they will still let me!) since they are only 7 weeks apart. This year the party got pushed back to November, but I was determined to still throw a fun fete. Better late than never, right? I and C are obsessed with SuperHeroes lately, and the party’s theme was never in doubt. But where to find the time and energy to pull it off?

Enter the real SuperHero of this story: Justine, of Worthington Wedding and Events. She was absolutely amazing. She did all the crafts, decorated the studio, planned games, and let me just have fun! Check out her blog post on the party here. If you are planning an event or wedding. please do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation. The woman will amaze you, I promise

Enjoy the pics, taken by Rachel

{Justine & sweet little Eris}

Love these girls!

My Little loves Winter Shoot.

mollydues — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 11:00:44 +0000

I know, I know, Christmas is over. So is New Years.

But these three are my whole heart, and they are just so cute, I had to share them with you! Happy New Years, Happy Winter, from my family to you!

xoxo,

Brett, Molly, Isaac, Clark & Genevieve

John & Jen: Bridal Portraits.

mollydues — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 11:00:36 +0000

this lovely couple has captured my heart.

xoxo.

It Is Here! “The Curious Gift Wrapping Guide” Has Launched!

mollydues — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 15:41:21 +0000

So as you know, I have been flying under the radar for about a month now… but not because I haven’t been working. Actually, exactly the opposite. I now know: 3 weeks with no sleep + 2 inspired (albeit a little bit crazy) people + 72 pages of our heart and soul= 1 Beautiful Magazine!

Kara Garber and I have officially launched our first magazine together, and we are so excited about it!!! This guide is an idea that we have been tossing around for a few months. We wanted to give back to something important, and we have just the cause. Barb is an incredibly selfless woman, and she has financially taken orphans from Uganda under her wing with a small amount of resources and a huge faith in God. We are giving part of the proceeds from every issue to the orphanage that Barb has built with her love and banana bread. Read her story here!

We were also incredibly blessed to have the greatest contributors ever on our team. Andria Garber, Wakelight, Worthington Weddings & Events, Chartreuse Inc., and Barbara Boone. Such an inspiring group. Thank you guys, so much. You poured your heart out in each story, too.

The guide is a visual inspiration for wrapping gifts in a vintage and resourceful way without spending a fortune. You might be surprised how much you have lying around our home just waiting to top your gifts.

Check out the preview by clicking the link below:

http://issuu.com/mollydues/docs/the_curious_gift_wrapping_guide_preview

Enjoy our labor of love, and smile because somewhere across the world, a child can call a safe haven “home” on your part.

xoxo, Molly.

What We’ve Been Working On…

mollydues — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 13:00:49 +0000

We can’t wait to unveil the project that we’ve been keeping under “wraps” !

Stay tuned!

xo,

Molly & Kara

Tom & Kara. June 30th, 2012. Dayton, Ohio Wedding Photographer

rachelbrehm — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 18:46:37 +0000

Tom & Kara are so, so lovely.

Everything about their beautiful day was filled with so much love.

xoxo

molly & rachel

Little [big] W. Dayton, Ohio baby photographer

mollydues — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 21:08:04 +0000

We have a thing for chunky bebes. Well we just love babies. Period.
Mr. Baby Waylon is just so squeezable.

This last one makes me melt.

xoxo
molly & rachel

Troy Streets Alive, 2012.

mollydues — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 20:46:04 +0000

This year we got to be a part of Troy Streets Alive in downtown Troy, Ohio.

It was so inspiring being surrounded by so many other artists of all kinds.

Each block was lined with painters, potters, musicians, and many more.

We got to meet lots of cool, new people; and give tours of our studio!

We so inspired that we couldn’t resist the chance to document this wonderful evening! Check it out!

Come see all the amazing artists next year at Troy Streets Alive!

xoxo

molly & rachel

Allison Victoria. Class of 2013.

rachelbrehm — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 15:29:14 +0000

I can’t believe my baby sister is a senior this year. She has grown up so much.

You can see her sweet personality and gentle heart shining in these photos, but don’t let that fool you.

She is the biggest troublemaker of the five of us. ; )

These photos were taken on our family’s properties. My Uncle Frank’s house with our favorite horse, Star;

and my Grandpa Fred’s old house where so many sweet memories were made.

Congrats little sister. I’m so proud of you!

xoxo

molly & rachel

Little Cole & Haley.

mollydues — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 17:26:16 +0000

These little munchkins are some of my favorites.

Cole and Haley are so much fun to be around. Their smiles can light up a room in an instant.

Not to mention, their contagious giggles.

Haley’s lovely vintage dress has been in the family for decades; worn by grandmothers and her mother, Marcy.

How fun to see the tradition carried on in these next photos.

You can’t help but smile, can you?

xoxo

molly & rachel