Welcoming Baby Eli

Welcome Baby Eli to the World!!! Congratulations to Tony and Katie on giving birth to your sweet preciousness.....Katie was referred to me from a past client and I'm sooo glad that they brought her my way! Currently, I've been hired to shoot "documentary style" and I'm totally digging it!!! I think I may have found my niche! Baby Eli's session was shot over the course of 2 separate days only due to being a newborn. The parents were so relaxed as "I took over as a parent" to photograph their little man. Eli was so expressional as he "cooed" and smiled throughout the session. Both Tony and Katie were so relaxed during their session as I didn't pose any time restrictions and more importantly, I wanted them to "focus" on being parents and being "in the moment". The time I spent with your family was unforgettable.....thank you for allowing me to document your lifestyle with your sweet little man, Eli.....xxxoo

Baby Jackson's birth delivery

Hi everyone! It's been a while since I've posted anything as I've been busy with Mommy duties the last few months. Without further or do, let me welcome the birth of Baby Jackson! First and foremost, documenting my 1st delivery has always been a dream of mine and I can't wait to have the opportunity again in the future. The Mom and Dad are great friends of mine so they were completely comfortable with me being in the delivery room. I received the text from Dad that Mom just received her epidural so her labor was sped up, so I started to pack up and headed into the hospital. As I entered the delivery room, I only had seconds to get my equipment together as Mom had progressed faster than anticipated! Just 3 minutes later, Jackson was born!!!! I'm so glad that I rushed into the hospital or else I would have missed the delivery. What an emotional day for everyone in the delivery room including myself which I was in absolute tears of happiness! There were so many "1sts" within those 2 hours starting with the actual birth, cutting the cord, Mom and Dad's expression, big brother and sister meeting Jackson, Grandparents holding him, bath and so forth. There are not enough words to describe my feelings and I will never forget the experience! A huge thank you to the Mom and Dad who allowed me the opportunity are simply not enough to express my gratitude!! xxxooo

 

 

 

 

Baby Ayden

Welcome to the world Baby Ayden!!!!! Of course, I'm at a loss for words at how much I adore this sweet little bundle of joy :+) Ayden's parents are very dear friends of mine and I couldn't wait to meet their new love when they asked me to photograph his newborn pics. Ayden's Father is a LT. Firemedic and what better way to introduce him into the world of firefighting! Of course, there is Ayden's Mother...she has the patience like no other as she soothes her 1st born in her arms into a deep sleep for most of the images. I loved every minute of Ayden's newborn session ; brought back so many memories of when my first newborn came into the world. Congrats on your newest love and  thank you for the wonderful opportunity to capture Ayden's first month of life!

Rock Star Evan

Rock Star Evan, just only 9 weeks old and already making a name for himself :+) Evan has a special place in my heart as his Mother is one of my most dearest friends-I can remember running to the hospital room after Evan being born for 24 hours with tears of happiness running down my cheeks as I hugged the new mommy to be! Needless to say, I'm Evan's Auntie and blessed to be his life.  Evan's father plays the guitar which is where the storage case came in handy as an awesome prop!  Later in the session, I had Dad jump in some of the shots for those sweet moments with his little man. As any mother, I look forward to watching him grow and develop into his own personality.  Thank you sweet Evan for touching my heart :+)

Family fun with the "L" Family

Sunday "fun days" at its best with the "L" Family at the FIT Botantical Gardens is where I spent my September evening. Spending time with sweet Ava - 9 months old and her handsome/most polite brother, Chase - a 3rd grader was an instant sense of calmness for me. I've been shooting weddings all year round and has been at least 7 months since I've worked with families/children; I was then quickly reminded how much laughter children bring to any parent's heart [eager to get home to my 3 yr old for some cuddles]. Mom and Dad brought reinforcements for Ava.....Grandmother; Gmom did a wonderful job getting Ava's attention as so did Chase :+) While Gmom was attending to Ava, I was able to sneak Mom and Dad off for a few minutes of couple portraits. Thank you all for a fun evening of laughs, lots of smiles, jokes and memories!!!

Baby Mason's Newborn Session

Congratulations to the newest member of the Ross Family.....Mason, 6lbs of pure heaven with the sweetest blue eyes that could melt any mother's heart melt (especially mine)!  Back in November, I had a maternity session with the mother-to-be Ashley as she welcomed me back into her home for Mason's newborn session. The little peanut was born in late January and was less than 2 weeks old when I held him in my hands.  Rocking him in my arms gave me so many memories of my 2 yr old when he was first born....such a nostalgic feeling.  Enjoy your little bundle of love; having a child is an indescribable feeling.  Congratulations again....

Callie's 3 month old Portrait Session

Say hello to sweet "Callie".....my 1st photo session of 2011 and most memorable to say the least. Callie's parent's hired me to take photos of their 3 month old baby girl in their home in addition to taking a few family photos as well, but......I convinced them to participate just a little longer while I had the opportunity to take many "lifestyle" images - which is something I feel is incredibly important.  The family's home decor is of a "rustic and country type" feel with wooden chairs and benches including beautiful quilts which I was able to utilize.  Sweet Callie.....I'm speechless!!! She has amazing blue eyes that took my breath away; such a happy baby, the apple of both her parents eyes! Thank you to the "K" family for an unforgettable morning and I look forward to her 1 yr old photos at the end of the Fall season. Enjoy your precious love ......

Brown eyed Laurel

During the month of October, I had the opportunity to attend my high school reunion in South Florida.  A classmate of mine whom traveled from Oregon to attend the reunion had ask me if I was interested in booking a session for her 4 month old daughter, Laurel; how could I decline her request???? Laurel, an amazing brown eyed beauty was quite the star of the morning as she gazed at me with her long eyelashes. During the shoot, Laurel needed her beauty rest which she gladly and willingly fell asleep in her mother's arm.....what a picture perfect opportunity to snap "Mommy & Me" photos. I was extremely grateful that I had the opportunity to capture the bond between a mother and child. Thank you Deanna & Laurel for an unforgettable photo shoot. Enjoy your love.....

Welcome Avery Lynn....

Avery Lynn has finally arrived......and yes, she is ready to take on the world!!! Miss Avery was born on 8.22.10 at 6lbs, 8oz., 19 inches to proud parents Dylan & Elena and big sister Audrey.  Sweet baby Avery looks just like Audrey when she was born...if not almost identical.  I had the opportunity to hold and sing to her as she looked up into my eyes and how precious it was!
Congrats to Elena, Dylan & Audrey on the newest member of your family!!!

A special thank you to my lovely sister who spent the time knitting some of these baby props.

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Sweet Baby Ellie

I've had the luxury to meet sweet baby Ellie on Feb 26th; she was exactly 4 weeks old when I had her photo session. Ellie is the youngest girl with 2 older siblings to help Mom and Dad around the house. What a blessing she is.....

Welcome Baby Anthony

I've been given the opportunity to meet a natural mohawked baby boy named Anthony on February 24th. He is just absolutely precious at only 2 weeks old. Thank you for bringing a smile to my face!