We did Alice in Wonderland this year.
With the Queen of Hearts.
The Mad Hatter.
And of course, Alice (who recently got a haircut.)
Oh, and Dweedledee & Dweedledum.
We went trick-or-treating in the same neighborhood as last year (because it's so lovely.)
The Mad Hatter & The Queen of Hearts had to sit out a house for fighting.
So Alice went without them.
I don't know what that face was all about but it cracks me up.
The Queen of Hearts spilled her loot.
And then she laughed as her dad chucked acorns at The Mad Hatter.
Hope your Halloween was great.
Here's Halloween shots from 2009, 2008 and 2007 and I'll try to get our pumpkin patch and pumpkin carving shots up this week.
You have made my day. Love the costumes. I think the Queen of Hearts is my favorite. So great they agree to do a theme. Looking forward to more.
Posted by: Kelliann | November 01, 2010 at 12:48 PM
Love it!! You all looked so cute!!
Posted by: teresa b | November 01, 2010 at 01:02 PM
Looks like the kiddos (and big kiddos)had a fun time last night. As always, thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Melissa | November 01, 2010 at 01:23 PM
These turned out great!!! What a beautiful neighborhood!
Posted by: Melanie | November 01, 2010 at 01:50 PM
amazing photos...that is all I have to say...
peace
kim
Posted by: kim bolyard | November 01, 2010 at 01:53 PM
Love the Dweedledum and Dweedledee too!
I dressed up as a RANGERS's FAN!!!! ANTLERS were UP!!!!!!! GO RANGERS!!!!!!!
(I'm being obnoxious just in case Josh Downs is a Giants fan...ha)
Posted by: kat-in-texas | November 01, 2010 at 02:18 PM
Love the pictures Karen - looks like you all had fun last night. We also did some trick or treating here - or "knask eller knep" as we say it! How much candy can a kid eat..... ;o)
Posted by: Ingvild | November 01, 2010 at 02:49 PM
Hi Karen I have been waiting for your stunning Halloween photos a day after Halloween in Australia although it is not as big over here as the USA but first time ever our local supermarkets had huge pumpkins in the store for carving. We have always had a few decorations but nothing major. Anyway your photos did not disappoint, they are stunning and I had to laugh about the "fighting" because afterall sometimes the whole adventure does not have it's downfalls where kids are involved. Just amazing pics, thanks for sharing (Kathy A, Australia - recent past student). xxxx
Posted by: Kathy Aylward | November 01, 2010 at 03:18 PM
one more question...was the "white knight" used or the 24-70 f2.8?
Posted by: Kathy Aylward | November 01, 2010 at 03:19 PM
Dude... you're back with a vengeance. Incredible images!!! Nice to have you posting again - the whole fam looks great!
Posted by: kristin | November 01, 2010 at 03:59 PM
MORE than magical. I am totally in awe! Words can't express how much I love these! Good luck with registration tonight.
Would love love love a photo 2 class, and I know that there are "hundreds" of others that feel the same way!
Thanks again for the over the top cuteness Halloween photos.
Posted by: janel | November 01, 2010 at 04:09 PM
karen!
these are really REALLY great shots.
like a fantasy night in a movie. :)
fabulous.
Posted by: MEG DUERKSEN | November 01, 2010 at 04:21 PM
ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! I could only wish to take photos like this. I am hoping to learn from you this upcoming January. Thank you for sharing your Halloween adventures with us. Your costumes were so original and really cute!
Posted by: Aurora | November 01, 2010 at 04:24 PM
Your Halloween pics are so beautiful, so full of color! You inspire me :)
Posted by: Courtney Gates | November 01, 2010 at 04:29 PM
Lovely, lovely photos . . . you are GOOD! Thanks for sharing . . .
Posted by: Theresa | November 01, 2010 at 04:31 PM
Love the storytelling effect you portray with your camera and great eye! Great pics! What lens did you use for the majority of these? Thanks in advance!
Posted by: Tonya Poitevint | November 01, 2010 at 04:34 PM
in. love. with. these.!!! And loooove the tweedledee/dum addition to the set! The mad hatter was my most favorite costume of the year! Awesome, truly, your pictures are gorgeous!! :)
Posted by: Candy | November 01, 2010 at 04:39 PM
Love the costumes! And as usual, great shots!
Posted by: Laura | November 01, 2010 at 04:41 PM
Love your halloween photo's such cute ones. I would love to win an auditors spot! Keeping my fingers crossed :)
Posted by: Deneen | November 01, 2010 at 04:44 PM
Great costumes, looks like you had a lot of fun! Lovely pictures too! My favs were #1, 5, 13, 14 & 16!
Posted by: Addie | November 01, 2010 at 04:49 PM
Thank you for posting these pics. My parents have a house on one of the side streets of this street. So it takes me back (almost) to when I was younger and had many late night drives on this steet trying to get home before curfew. I miss it.
Posted by: Christina | November 01, 2010 at 04:52 PM
My how they have grown over the summer.Awesome photos as ever.
Posted by: Karen Aldrin | November 01, 2010 at 04:58 PM
seriously?! those costumes are *fabulous*! amazing, as always!
Posted by: dawn | November 01, 2010 at 05:12 PM
Fabulous costumes and adorable photos as always. That neighborhood is wonderful!
Posted by: TamiV | November 01, 2010 at 05:16 PM
Your Halloween photos are so amazing! And, I know you use NO FLASH so your night time ones are so awesome Karen!
Would absolutely love for the opportunity to take your online class...thanks for the chance and for inspiring so many of us!
Posted by: justlisa | November 01, 2010 at 05:18 PM
Love the Halloween costumes and photos. My kids were lame sauce this year and I didn't even bother to photograph them. Hmm, maybe I am the lame one. :) I've had "register for Karen Russell's class at 9pm" on my calendar for months. We've had a lot of unexpected expenses recently so I would be forever grateful to win a spot to audit the class. Thank you!!
Posted by: S Johnson | November 01, 2010 at 05:42 PM
Karen your pictures are amazing!!! Love the ones at night with the lights on the fence and bushes...you need to do a "Making the Shot" class on your halloween pictures ( and Christmas shots!! ). The costumes are perfect!! Love them!
Posted by: Tracy | November 01, 2010 at 05:55 PM
ahhhh...i've missed you and your photo-rich blog posts!:)and I'm mad that your camera handles high ISO's so well. and i hope you're doing great:)
Posted by: Rachel | November 01, 2010 at 06:00 PM
these are absolutely terrific! Looks like a fun halloween for everyone!
Posted by: Stephanie | November 01, 2010 at 06:08 PM
Wicked awesome costumes and really amazing pics! Thanks for sharing these and for the opportunity to win a spot. Happy November!
Posted by: Alaina | November 01, 2010 at 06:15 PM
oh my gosh, what a great idea!! they looks so cute!!
Posted by: Jennifer | November 01, 2010 at 06:20 PM
OMG! Awesome photos! I love them! Your kids are just adorable.
Posted by: kathleenb | November 01, 2010 at 06:30 PM
those should be in a book.....
glad you are back, you inspire me...
Posted by: laura | November 01, 2010 at 06:57 PM
awesome - love what you captured! thanks for inspiring us all.
Posted by: Lori | November 01, 2010 at 06:57 PM
I'm going to die from cuteness!! Thats it we're flying out next Halloween - that neighborhood is beautiful!!! Outstanding pictures as always. Thanks for coming back to blog world missed you terrible!! ;) PS that Josh Downs is a hottie usual love the costumes!!
Posted by: Larakoppmann | November 01, 2010 at 07:04 PM
Love the pictures as always! Great theme for Halloween!
Posted by: Dina | November 01, 2010 at 07:16 PM
Love those costumes. Love those photos - my inspiration is back! thanks for posting!
Posted by: allison | November 01, 2010 at 07:25 PM
Looks like you had a great halloween. I got myself a treat for halloween - the nifty fifty. You convinced me at Scrappy Boutique photo class. I would love to win an auditing spot in your online class. Thanks for the chance and the wonderful pictures.
Posted by: blondie | November 01, 2010 at 07:54 PM
Hey there Karen...just stopping by to say "hi"! Your Halloween pictures are always so magical.
Posted by: DawnS | November 01, 2010 at 08:25 PM
Amazing pictures (as always!)! Where did you find those awesome costumes?
Posted by: Leanne | November 01, 2010 at 09:27 PM
Hi Karen love your photo's they made me laugh, you all look so cool. I love the family shot of you all. Love your blog, I am from New Zealand it is starting to take off over here. we only had one trick or treater very quiet this year.
Posted by: lesley Bryant | November 01, 2010 at 10:49 PM
Amazing shots and adorable costumes!
Posted by: Carol Flowers | November 02, 2010 at 03:18 AM
Those pictures are just wonderful! LOVE the costumes and can't believe how Annie is growing up!
Posted by: MichelleGB | November 02, 2010 at 03:42 AM
Love the costumes and great photos! Annie looks perfect w/ her new haircut as Alice!
Posted by: shirley | November 02, 2010 at 05:42 AM
Glad you are back! Have missed your beautiful pictures!
Your Halloween costumes and pictures are amazing!
Posted by: Lori Craig | November 02, 2010 at 05:47 AM
Love it when you post your photos! Great costumes and great pictures!
Posted by: SusanC | November 02, 2010 at 06:03 AM
how fun! what great costumes... and of course, great photos!!
Posted by: joanne smith | November 02, 2010 at 07:56 AM
How can the cutest kids in America get any cuter?!?! They all look absolutely adorable...love the Alice theme...just perfect! Your photos are perfect (I'm sure you have issues) but they tell a memorable tale of a wonderful evening. Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Christine Edwards | November 02, 2010 at 09:36 AM
Amazing pictures, beautiful children, wicked great night! Thanks for sharing the pictures and the chance for a spot in your class.
Posted by: Alaina | November 02, 2010 at 10:30 AM
Wow, the costumes are all so adorable, the kids look amazing! Loving Annie's new hair cut and the fact that you and Josh got in on the action; I think it's so great when parents dress up! (:
Posted by: Sophie | November 02, 2010 at 10:41 AM
Loved your Halloween photos!!! We went with the Wizard of Oz theme in our house, I had a Dorothy, Good Witch Glinda and the Tin Man (even though it was a tin girl) and I was the scarecrow! Would love to know where I could possibly get the Queen of Hearts costume. My middle dd is having an Alice in Wonderland birthday party and I would love her sister to have the Queen of Hearts costume! Lovely to see you back xx
Posted by: Julie Pilch | November 02, 2010 at 11:12 AM
Beautiful photos Karen! My daughter and I really enjoyed your one-day class in Orlando. Hoping beyond hope to win that free auditing spot :)
Posted by: Kari | November 02, 2010 at 12:50 PM
Would absolutely love the opportunity to take your online class. Great Photos!
Posted by: Allison | November 02, 2010 at 01:06 PM
Oh my gosh, your photos are stunning as usual! And, I love all of the costumes - - super cute! Looks like everyone had a great time!
Posted by: Lauren | November 02, 2010 at 03:22 PM
Holy WOW!!!! Absolutely amazing photography, awesome costumes and wow do you feel the love in your photos. Thanks so much for sharing!!!
Posted by: Heather Casper | November 02, 2010 at 07:01 PM
Absolutely stunning photos. They take my breath away, esp. the night shots. Sigh.... What I wouldn't give to have shots like that:) Thanks for sharing. Your work totally inspires me and your way with words is equally enthralling. Happy Halloween!
Kim
Posted by: Kim | November 02, 2010 at 08:11 PM
I love your photos! I looked at the photos of the years before and the photos of Annie as a pumpkin made me melt!
Posted by: Gekakel | November 03, 2010 at 01:52 PM
I so love your photos. Great shots. You have beautiful kids :). God bless your family
Posted by: Meiann | November 04, 2010 at 01:05 AM
I love all that color!! Great costumes and wonderful photos. Looks like everyone had a fabulous time. Thanks so much for sharing them with all of us Karen. You Rock!
Posted by: Anita Guthrie | November 04, 2010 at 11:38 AM
I know that you take amazing photos, but looking back at these and the years past...the difference is amazing....
I can't decide what it is, Nikon vs. Canon? post processing? Whatever it is, your photos are stunning!
I hope that some of it is post processing and therefore, can't wait for Erin Cobb's Clean Color DVD!
Posted by: Juli | November 04, 2010 at 03:12 PM
love the cute family theme! how fortunate that everyone was willing to cooperate :) AMAZING pictures!!!!!!
Posted by: Erika Melnychuk | November 04, 2010 at 06:31 PM
WOW...your pictures are so abSOlutely amazing....And it looks like everyone had lots of fun.
Louise
Posted by: Louise Murr | November 05, 2010 at 11:58 AM
Karen, Loved your Halloween shots! The Alice theme reminded me of another photographer in my area (camas wa) that did a wonderful Alice shoot. I think you'll appreciate it. Her name is Lara Blair......I'm sure if you do a search you'll find it easily.
kim
Posted by: kim | November 06, 2010 at 06:07 PM
Awesome costumes! Great pictures! We drove through your little town! Stopped at Walmart.
Posted by: Kelli | November 07, 2010 at 10:33 AM
Hi,
I love your blog. I recently got a blog award, and I wanted to share it with you. You can find it on my blog. leannesscraps.blogspot.com
-Leslie
Posted by: Leslie | November 07, 2010 at 08:21 PM
These are ADORABLE, and Annie is so grown up with that sweet haircut! Love having you back!
Posted by: misha leigh | November 08, 2010 at 03:27 PM
Those kids are so cute! I remember my children in Ohio. They love attending Halloween parties, too! Even if they're grown-ups, they still attend Halloween events every year. Just last year, Liz and Cher imitated Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera. They wore Tony of Beverly wigs.
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