Studio 17

Extract from the dream...

2010-09-18T09:44:00.000-07:00

Sweet is the image of the brooding dove!
Holy as Heaven a mother's tender love!

The love of many prayers and many tears,

Which change not with dim declining years...

Baby On The Way!!

2010-09-16T17:58:00.000-07:00

Cutie Little Boy!!

2010-09-14T17:24:00.001-07:00

We're Doing Pin-Up!!!

2010-09-10T08:40:00.001-07:00

Well I am so excited to tell you that we are now offering Classic Pin-Up!!
Here's a few samples, check out our boudoir site to see more pin-up (warning our boudoir site is not for children)
To find out how you can be a Modern Day Pin-Up Girl, please call us at 262.657.5577

The Bed Session!!!

2010-09-02T20:44:00.001-07:00

Alright well I've been talking about this for several years now, and finally had a client willing to do it! YAY Debbie!!!

Baby M!

2010-08-24T14:52:00.001-07:00

Well baby M was precious!!! And he managed to get all three of us wet!
What a cutie! Congratulations mom, dad and big brother!!!

Holy Hotness!!!

2010-08-16T11:59:00.000-07:00

The super hottest engagement session EVER!!! Dave, Katie and I had a blast yesterday!
Great weather and great company makes for great sessions :)
Not to mention their ability to just relax and have fun. Gotta love it!

Starting Senior Year with a Splash!!!

2010-08-15T14:27:00.000-07:00

Oh my gosh!!! Funnest senior session EVER!!!!!!!
How many people do you know that jumped off a pier for their senior session!?!
What a brave girl! This one will definately go down in our senior hall of fame!
Thanks Bryanna!

Pike River Rondevous 2010

2010-08-09T16:48:00.001-07:00

This past wekkend my family and I went ot Pike River Rondevous. We had a blast!!!
I always love going and seeing the old clothing and neat products we can buy. I'm terribly enveous of those who get to take part in such a neat event!
Well anyway, I took around a 125 images while I was there and can't put that many on here.
So I have posted the on my facebook page. :)
Feel free to look me up, the name is Marnie Bigelow and I have the profile pic with the my cutie husband ;)
Enjoy!

The Anthony Girls!!! Aren't they sweet!!

2010-08-03T14:02:00.000-07:00

What do you think Belinda? :)

2010-08-03T12:24:00.001-07:00

Handbag

Canvas

Little Baby "A"...isn't he adorable!!!

2010-08-02T12:36:00.000-07:00

The Houghs!

2010-07-30T15:32:00.001-07:00

These were taken at Illinois Beach State Park in Zion, Il.
We had so much fun! I just love it when a couple is so in love and willing to express it :)
I had so much fun capturing this time in their lives!

Cutie Little Fairy!!

2010-07-19T14:36:00.000-07:00

Saturday Night Preachers!!!

2010-07-19T12:17:00.001-07:00

Hey Guys!!!
Check out the Saturday Night Preachers!!!

Family Session at the Beach

2010-07-15T18:06:00.000-07:00

Maternity at the Park!!

2010-07-15T12:12:00.001-07:00

Sweet Little Fairy

2010-07-15T10:41:00.001-07:00

PERCEPTION .....Something to think about.....

2010-07-14T12:28:00.000-07:00

THE SITUATION

In Washington , DC , at a Metro Station, on a cold January morning in 2007, this man with a violin played six Bach pieces for about 45 minutes. During that time, approximately 2,000 people went through the station, most of them on their way to work. After about 3 minutes, a middle-aged man noticed that there was a musician playing. He slowed his pace and stopped for a few seconds, and then he hurried on to meet his schedule.

About 4 minutes later:

The violinist received his first dollar. A woman threw money in the hat and, without stopping, continued to walk.

At 6 minutes:

A young man leaned against the wall to listen to him, then looked at his watch and started to walk again.

At 10 minutes:

A 3-year old boy stopped, but his mother tugged him along hurriedly. The kid stopped to look at the violinist again, but the mother pushed hard and the child continued to walk, turning his head the whole time. This action was repeated by several other children, but every parent - without exception - forced their children to move on quickly.

At 45 minutes:

The musician played continuously. Only 6 people stopped and listened for a short while. About 20 gave money but continued to walk at their normal pace. The man collected a total of $32.

After 1 hour:

He finished playing and silence took over. No one noticed and no one applauded. There was no recognition at all.

No one knew this, but the violinist was Joshua Bell, one of the greatest musicians in the world. He played one of the most intricate pieces ever written, with a violin worth $3.5 million dollars. Two days before, Joshua Bell sold-out a theater in Boston where the seats averaged $100 each to sit and listen to him play the same music.

This is a true story. Joshua Bell, playing incognito in the D.C. Metro Station, was organized by the Washington Post as part of a social experiment about perception, taste and people's priorities.

This experiment raised several questions:

*In a common-place environment, at an inappropriate hour, do we perceive beauty?

*If so, do we stop to appreciate it?

*Do we recognize talent in an unexpected context?

One possible conclusion reached from this experiment could be this:

If we do not have a moment to stop and listen to one of the best musicians in the world, playing some of the finest music ever written, with one of the most beautiful instruments ever made . . .

How many other things are we missing as we rush through life?

Beautiful Baby!!!!

2010-06-24T13:28:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Wulterkins Family!!!!

2010-06-15T14:13:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Nick & Kelly!!!

2010-06-07T14:09:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Stephn & Tricia!!!!

2010-06-07T14:08:00.001-07:00

Laurenzi Dance Students!

2010-06-04T18:45:00.001-07:00

Carol, what do you think? :)

2010-06-03T11:41:00.001-07:00

Let dancing begin....

2010-06-02T17:47:00.000-07:00

2010-05-24T19:36:00.000-07:00

Our New Puppy!!!!

2010-05-20T08:25:00.000-07:00

Introducing.....JOEY!!! He's so sweet and good tempered! We LOVE HIM!!!

Military Baby!

2010-05-17T13:56:00.000-07:00

First Communion!!!

2010-05-01T13:13:00.000-07:00

Her first and mine! This was our first, First Communion Session and I love it! We used the fairy theme and I think it worked really well!
Feel free to leave comments and let me know what you think :)

PS Congratulations Abby!!!

Cutie Megan!

2010-04-29T17:11:00.001-07:00

Arrrrrggggg!!!!! Matie!

2010-04-29T17:08:00.000-07:00

What do you think Keri?

2010-04-19T16:19:00.000-07:00

I LOVE THIS SESSION!!!

2010-04-12T15:46:00.001-07:00

The New Studio!!!

2010-04-11T07:18:00.000-07:00

My Precious Fairies!!!

2010-04-09T14:09:00.000-07:00

My first session in the new studio!!!

2010-04-07T17:15:00.000-07:00

WE JUST MOVED!!! WOO HOO!!!

2010-04-04T19:40:00.000-07:00

Long story, but bottom line, we needed more room! We found a bigger place right down the street from the old place and we are LOVING IT!!!
I'll post pics sometime this week to keep you posted. Feel free to stop in!!
New address: 5535 6th Ave, Kenosha
262.657.5577

Another Beautiful Little Fairy!!

2010-03-31T07:20:00.001-07:00

Pretty Pink Fairy!

2010-03-23T19:06:00.000-07:00

Pics from Vegas & Utah!!!

2010-03-08T16:01:00.001-08:00

My super fine man in our hotel room

The view from our hotel room.

Diva #1!

Diva #2!

The slots that stole my money!!

Something green!

The only picture of me in Vegas...so sad...

The only chips I was allowed to photograph.

Deryk and Jason in front of the leaning buildings...

Mean Elvis...

Ummm...no comment!

A cool building..

A chandelier...

The mama lions staying in our hotel.

glasses

The building we were staying in...27th floor

a palm leaf

a crazy pokey leaf...lol

same pokey leaf

The view from below my grandparents house.

The view from above my grandparents house at night.

below my grandparents house...

Thought this was funny!

2010-03-01T11:13:00.000-08:00

<a href="http://www.cmt.com/video/" target="_blank">Tom Mabe: Eavesdropping</a>

Tom Mabe: Eavesdropping

Fuzzy Hats!

2010-02-27T10:05:00.000-08:00

Fleurs!

2010-02-24T07:55:00.000-08:00

Here's another way to display the sweet sixteen collage! LOVE IT!!!

Make Way For Monster Hats!!!

2010-02-23T09:42:00.000-08:00

Sweet Sixteen Circles

2010-02-22T14:25:00.000-08:00

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Girly Hats!

2010-02-19T17:55:00.001-08:00

Boy Hats!

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Cubs Hats! :)

2010-02-15T14:14:00.000-08:00

Flying Hats?!

2010-02-15T13:00:00.000-08:00

Run!!! Pirates!!!

2010-02-09T13:30:00.001-08:00

Dino Hats!!!

2010-02-09T10:40:00.001-08:00

Hats. Hats. More Hats!!!

2010-01-19T15:10:00.000-08:00

Bring On The Hats, AGAIN!!!

2010-01-18T14:59:00.001-08:00

Bring On The Hats!!!

2010-01-17T21:17:00.000-08:00

2009-12-17T10:45:00.001-08:00

New Christmas Cards

2009-12-16T10:01:00.000-08:00

2009-12-15T07:55:00.000-08:00

Another Beautiful Family!!

2009-12-12T14:17:00.000-08:00

Merry Christmas Daddy....

2009-12-07T21:07:00.000-08:00

Check Out Our New Display!!!

2009-11-29T12:42:00.000-08:00

that's right guys! We have a fabulous new display at Moes Cafe Downtown Kenosha, just a blovk away from us!
We are super excited! Check it out!

CRAZY BOOTH!!!!

2009-11-27T21:07:00.000-08:00

Our November 27th CRAZY BOOTH was a great success! We had a bunch of families come in and try out our fun props! The few below are my kids and my friend Joe who happens to like hiding behind a camera and his hat! Too funny!
Anyway we had a blast and look forward to future CRAZY BOOTHS! WOO HOO!

Tricia & Stephan!

2009-11-22T07:57:00.000-08:00

So I had the best session ever today! It was so much fun!!! I met with Tricia & Stephan at a local laundry to do their engagement session, and
super HAWT!!! Some may think "a laundry mat?" but not only was it fun it was significant too.
Stephans grandmother has owned several laundery mats over the years
and so he has grown up with them, so this was a natural place to do them. I had a blast and what a great couple, and so obviously in love.
I can't wait to do their wedding in June!

Chelsea!

2009-11-21T19:15:00.001-08:00

My newest senior! LOVE IT!!! We went all around Racine and to a new park off of Green Bay Rd. It was awesome! More to come!

The Billerbeck Family!

2009-11-21T19:10:00.000-08:00

You remember my little smiley fairy? Well this is her family. They are just the sweetest family ever! I had so much fun! Be watching for more....

Give me a "L", Give me an "A".....

2009-11-21T19:07:00.000-08:00

and a N...C....E...... what does that spell?! LANCE!!! That's right ladies and gents STUDIO 17 is now taking on the Lance Cheerleaders!!! Woo HOOO!!!
Here's a sample...more coming...!!!

Identity Crisis! LOL

2009-11-17T20:03:00.000-08:00

So we've gone through a few changes recently trying out new things and we've decided that...well....we don't really have time to learn how to code websites! LOL
So we're sticking with what we know and just make a few little changes. We think the site is now smokin' hawt! With a few more additions yet to be made. In the near future you can look forward to changes to our galleries along with some new session and print collections!
Anyway thanks so much for your patience!
Love, The STUDIO 17 Staff

CRAZY BOOTH!!!!---click the image for a closer look!

2009-11-14T22:19:00.000-08:00

2009-10-23T11:11:00.000-07:00

Chuck & Breanne

2009-10-11T18:28:00.001-07:00

Oh my gosh! These two are so cute!!!!

The Terrells...

2009-10-11T18:28:00.000-07:00

Whata sweet, energetic family! Loved working with them!! :)

Urban Fairy

2009-10-10T22:00:00.000-07:00

Second Saturday Fairies!!!

2009-10-10T11:00:00.000-07:00

Second Saturday Fairies!!!

2009-10-10T10:00:00.000-07:00

2009-10-09T07:36:00.000-07:00

OMG!!! Cutest little baby EVER!!!

2009-10-03T22:00:00.000-07:00

Sarah

2009-10-03T18:28:00.000-07:00

CRAZY BOOTH!!!!

2009-10-02T13:15:00.000-07:00

Birthday Boy!!!

2009-10-02T12:00:00.000-07:00

Here ya go Kelsey!

2009-09-29T18:28:00.000-07:00

Florence Parry Heide Garden Dedication

2009-09-28T18:28:00.000-07:00

My Little Out of Towners....

2009-09-26T06:13:00.001-07:00

Baby Girls and Their Hats......hehehe

2009-09-24T18:28:00.001-07:00

Aren't these the yummiest little girls you've ever seen!!!!
Ahhhh I just want to eat them up!!!!

Get cute hats like this one at Moxie Child in Racine, WI

Florence Parry Heide Book Signing

2009-09-23T11:25:00.000-07:00

I had the privileged to meet Florence Parry Heide author of many bestselling children's' books.
She is a kind, very happy lady, with a beautiful and sincere smile.
I loved watching her talk the people who came to her pre-signing at Heims Toy Store in Downtown Kenosha, just a few blocks south of STUDIO 17.
Saturday Jeni Heim is hosting the official book signing, where the mayor will say few words, followed by a children's choir and a book reading by Florence herself.
If you would like to join us, come on down! It's a free event, with free ice cream from 10-1 (well I think, it actually might be 11-1 or maybe neither of those is right! LOL But there will be free ice cream at some point!!!)
Anyway stop by Heims Toy Store at 5819 6th Ave Kenosha, WI. If you have any questions feel free to call the store at: (262) 652-8697
I look forward to seeing you!

Book Now For Your Holiday Session!

2009-09-21T10:14:00.000-07:00

Hey Guys!
Christmas is right around the corner, can you believe it!!! Oh my gosh this year has just flown by! I could have sworn that the snow just left, and already you can feel the nip in the air. It's just craziness!!!
Which leads me to think we need to start getting on the those fall family sessions!
The leaves are starting to change and people are already starting to book. We're going to fill up quick!

So what are you guys thinking as far as your family sessions go? The possibilities are endless!
I would really like people to start thinking out of the box, and I would love to hear your ideas!
I had one of my clients talk about dressing up in pjs for part of their session and look at the newspaper, with their daughter squished in between. How fun is that!!!
So think about your family and what you like to do, whether it's going to the park, or just hanging out in bed. It can be anything, I can't wait hear from you!

So to make this interesting and see what people come up with, I would like to offer an incentive.
The family that I think has the most creative and good looking idea will get 25 custom holiday cards to send to friends and family! The winning family will be posted on the blog.

I can't wait to hear from you all!

Love Marnie :)

2009-09-15T10:42:00.000-07:00

The Clark Family

2009-09-15T00:00:00.000-07:00

This is a portrait session I did for a friend of mine and her family and what a good looking family they are too! :) We met at Illlinois Beach State Park in Winthrop Harbor, IL.
It was a beautiful eveing, perfect for family photos.
If you are intersted in having your family photos taken, please feel free to call or email us and we'll get your session all set up.
If you want your portraits in time for Christmas, you must have your session completed by November 18th. If your in need of Christmas cards we offer beautiful custom cards that will make you the envy of all your friends!! :)

Sam & Heather, which one of these?

2009-09-11T10:42:00.000-07:00

YAY!! Finally!!

2009-09-09T10:44:00.000-07:00

Blogger has been down all morning! Finally up and running again.
Alright Sarah here they are :)

Sam & Heather, What do you think? :)

2009-09-08T10:42:00.000-07:00

Kenosha Car Show!

2009-09-05T10:42:00.000-07:00

Hey if youwere at the Kenosha Car Show and are looking for some images, check out our blog,
we'll be adding images throught out the week!
Have a great Labor Day weekend!!!

Davids Birthday Book!

2009-09-03T13:02:00.000-07:00

Saturdays Wedding

2009-09-02T18:11:00.000-07:00

Another Hawt Mama!!!

2009-08-30T10:42:00.000-07:00

Kelsey's second half.... :)

2009-08-28T19:46:00.001-07:00

Surprise for Daddy!

2009-08-27T20:30:00.000-07:00

New Baby Anouncements!!!

2009-08-27T10:42:00.000-07:00

Baby Tessa!!!

2009-08-26T15:16:00.000-07:00