Last October I had the opportunity to shoot with one of my regular, gorgeous models, Liza. You might remember her from our Gibson and Astoria shoots last year.
This shoot was special, though, featuring Liza and her two sons, Julian and Nevan, all in the clothing that would have been worn in our local area in the 1860s. So often we have trouble finding locations here in Northern Nevada that could pass for Europe or New England. It was nice this time to be able to use the beauty of our high desert landscape in correct historical context.
Credits:
Models: Liza, Julian, and Nevan McIlwee
Costumes: Eras of Enchantment
Footwear: “Renoir” Civil War Button Boots by American Duchess
Photography: Lauren Stowell
www.AmericanDuchess.com
10 Comments
Esther
January 16, 2015 at 11:37 PMOh my. I love it!! She is so beautiful, her dress is lovely, and those kiddos are adorable!!
I am rather partial to Renoirs, especially since I'm the proud owner of a pair… 😉
On a somewhat related side note, I did finally post the pictures of my 1860s ruffle-icious gown.
http://dollycreates.blogspot.com/2014/12/1860s-christmas-gown.html
Lauren Stowell
January 17, 2015 at 12:01 AMThank you! I'm glad you like the Renoirs. Your dress came out splendidly and you've inspired me to do some more work on my own 1860s stuff…to the sewing machine!
Esther
January 17, 2015 at 4:20 AMOh goody!!!! 🙂 Thank you!!
Isabel Northwode
January 17, 2015 at 3:48 AMThe kid with the hat over his eyes is adorable! Lovely photos.
Lauren Stowell
January 18, 2015 at 1:03 AMHe's a riot. VERY outspoken little boy and freaking adorable.
Justine/ Sew Country Chick
January 17, 2015 at 2:38 PMThe work of a talented artist here!
Lauren Stowell
January 18, 2015 at 1:04 AMLiza is a wonderful costumer
C.S.H
January 17, 2015 at 5:00 PMVery beautiful… so stunning!!!
Lauren Stowell
January 18, 2015 at 1:04 AMThank you! Liza is a great costumer and I really enjoyed photographing her and her boys
Laurie
January 24, 2015 at 1:09 PMTHese are amazing! Great subject and photography Lauren. <3