Special

There is just something special about this family. They waited so long to have their sweet little girl join their family, and the love they have for her is powerful. Now they are hoping to add another to their family, and these pictures are going to be part of their updated adoption materials. You can read more about their story here. I am truly honored to have been a part of this process and I hope these pictures represent the wonderful people that they are.

Pierce and co.

Extended families are a lot of work, but oh so rewarding. I was able to squeeze this group in last minute and I was so glad I did. They had access to some private property that had me on cloud nine. I had so much fun working with the scenery and with a great family.

Candid

I'm coming to the last of my fall sessions, so if you are still waiting for your pictures they are coming soon, I promise! These kids were so great to work with. I especially love the candid pictures. Someday I would like to try an entire session un-posed -- just candids. There just something about them, don't you think?

Avery and co.

This little cutie is my niece. She gets to come hang out with me sometimes while her mom works. Am I the luckiest aunt in the world or what? Oh, and her mom and dad are pretty cool, too.

I'm playing around with some new editing styles and was wondering what y'all think. This first one is how I normally edit, the one below is a "vintage" style that's pretty trendy right now. Classic or trendy? Which do you like better?

Booked for the rest of the year

It's been a great year filled with lots of fun babies, families, and weddings, but unfortunately I am not going to be able to take any more clients before Christmas. January - February of 2011 I will be scheduling newborn sessions only, and March-June I will be out of commission while we get acquainted with our new baby girl. Thank you all for your business and support and I look forward to getting back on the horse next summer!

Good times

These two girls gave me a run for my money! They were so fast and so silly, but oh so cute! Big sister Ella made some of the funniest faces I have ever seen, but when her real smile broke through it could melt your heart. It was a gorgeous day for a gorgeous family. :) This fall has been so beautiful; I have been blessed with amazing weather for so many sessions. I don't know how much longer it can last...

Smiles :)

I have two things to say about this session with Becky and Ryan. First of all, check out this yard! All of these photos were done at the home of Becky's employer. I just wish my yard looked half this good! Secondly, how smiley is baby Nathan? I have at least one of him smiling in every single pose - pretty much unheard of at that age!

Libby

Each time I get a nice drowsy baby to work with, I fall in love with newborn photography all over again. I had so much fun with little Libby - her mom and I combined hairbow stashes and used a new one for every pose. The weather was perfect so we ventured outside for a few shots. This first one is definitely one my favorites. It may end up on my next set of business cards. :-)

You know you've struck gold when you have a perfect poseable newborn AND a cooperative older brother to work with!

Hope my family is this cute one day

Love these guys. 'Nuff said.

Isn't she love-ly...

Bridals are my favorite part of the wedding package. It gives me a chance to work with the bride in all her wedding glory without the stress and time constraints of the wedding day. I absolutely adore this wedding dress. If I were to go back and redo my wedding, I think I'd want a dress like this, though I wouldn't look nearly as fabulous as Daniele does. You can't tell very well in these pictures, but it's not a true white - more of a soft ivory. Gor-geous!

When I asked Daniele to twirl her dress for me a little bit, she smiled and said quietly, "I've been practicing." Daniele, you are the perfect combination of cute and stunning!