Brothers

Really Really REALLY cute brothers. And they were so great for the shoot! We took advantage of some beautiful fall weather in the park, and the light was terrific, too. Thanks guys - I look forward to our next session!

Landon

I'm old. I used to babysit for Landon's mama. Wow. And he looks so much like her when she was a kid! He is adorable, and I'm going to get to take his pics again very soon - woohoo!

My Sweet little Gabe...

I've had the pleasure of capturing this little sweetheart since he was teeny-weeny. I love his curls; I love his beautiful blue eyes, but mostly I love how kind and loving he is. He is a true living doll, and I could seriously bite those cheeks right off his face.

Fun Family

I've known Steve, the dad, since we were little; we grew up in the same church and then went to the same high school. I'm just getting to know Erica, and I really enjoy her! The kidlets were so well behaved and they cooperated so well - I was so impressed!

And another for the night...

Two posts! In one hour! Woohoo!
This family is very precious to me. Rose, the mama, and I got to know each other from church about six years ago. In that time, her daughter Emily and Sam (my oldest) became friends and we joined the same playgroup. Well, in June of 2004, Emily drowned in their backyard pool. It was the most horrific and bone numbing experience I've ever witnessed someone go through. I can only imagine the pain that her mama and her whole family experienced. Well, a couple years and several attempts later, they were blessed with another angel in Miss Gracie. Grace Emily to be exact. She is a perfect combo of Emily and Levi - the older brother she so completely adores in these photos.

I thought the shoot would be bittersweet for me, but you know, there was nothing but love there during it. We couldn't have had a more beautiful, perfectly lit afternoon, and you could just see the joy oozing from Grace and she played with her 'bubby'. I felt so honored to have been able to capture this little girl in all her glory. I know her sissy would be so proud.

Jumping back in...

We'll pretend there hasn't been over a MONTH without new pics...and just jump right back in with a wedding. How's that? I'll just keep the shoots coming and act as if I never missed a beat, K? Thanks. Anyway, here are Tabitha and Gabe on their big day.

"Hello - is this thing on?" (Crickets, Crickets)

Well, it's officially been the longest posting hiatus I've ever taken. BUT, I've been working diligently on my website and it's ready to launch. AND, I've been without internet service on my laptop because my wireless card is cashed. So....stay tuned for some exciting stuff. I'm going to be posting my Christmas specials and some news about the upcoming year. AND, I'll post some of the many shoots I've had since I last posted!

Fun at the Park!

I'd never shot at this particular park in late afternoon, but I'm glad I did. The weather was hot, but the shade was nice, and light in the open shade was fantastic! These kiddos had some amazing eyes, and since their mom had bribed them with ice cream (my kind of mom), they were very cooperative! Thanks guys, I had a blast!

Miss Lilly

Since her big sis has graced the pages of this site on many occasions, we felt we should get Lilly on her asap! She is so tiny, and new, and squishy, and kissable! Oh - I LOOOOOVVVVVEEEEE new babies. LOVE them. She had no intentions of sleeping, though, so some shots were out, but we did get plenty of awake and alert shots, and I love them just as much. Congrats, Olivia Jane, on your beautiful baby sis!

Gorgeous Kids and Perfect Light....

A PERFECT combination. And, not only were these kids gorgeous, they were so polite and well-mannered. AND, and, and...they were cooperative! Don't get me wrong, I don't mind kids who aren't in the mood for pics...it just makes my job that much more fun when I can just shoot and the kiddos just go along for the ride. Thanks guys - I loved spending time with your beautiful family!

I Do, I Do, I Do!

Loved this wedding. And, I can say that I saw something happen that I've never seen before...the bride and groom released doves (or homing pigeons I've since learned) after the cermony. Well, as soon as the birds were placed in the couples' hands, Aimee (sorry about the misspelling, Miss A!) got a little scared and let go too soon. Like, in the church to soon. Like, the bird was flying around in the sanctuary too soon. They were able to let the other one go, but the one trapped in the church proved to be a stinker. He flew inside the pipe organ and wouldn't come out. It looked grim for the little guy, but alas, a church member was able to wrangle him up a couple days later. Both birds are now safely back at home, and Aimee and Mark lived happily ever after.

Mac and Baby Ella

This shoot was special for me because Mac was my first newborn shoot, and one of my very first 'anything' shoots! Getting to capture his baby sis was real treat. And on a serious note, just a week after these photos were taken, Baby Ella was lifelined to Riley hospital with a heart ailment. She's okay now, but will have to take meds all of her life. Thank God her Mama had the instincts to know something wasn't quite right with her baby. I'm so grateful that Miss Ella will be home soon. Keep them in your prayers, please!