The Thanksgiving holiday is known for a time of giving and showing thanks; the W & S family did just that during their holiday weekend. Family travelled as far as California to spend time with the Grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. What a fabulous time I had capturing their memories as each family was unique in their own way; everyone had a great sense of humor which makes my job easier! At the end of the day, they're family......and what are families for??? Thank you to the entire family for an evening full of laughs and memories!
Sweet and precious 2yr old Callie....suddenly I remember how busy toddlers are at this age! I've been photographing Callie since she was a few a months old and she gets cuter and sweeter every year! Having her photoshoot at the Brevard Zoo was a perfect location due to her love in safari animals. She especially enjoyed the deer and bird feeding exhibit as she was so gentle and fragile with the animals. Callie is so full of life and her beautiful blue eyes awaken as she gets to experience each new day along with new adventures!
Megan and Sean's love for America's pastime sport of Baseball led them to the Washington National's Spring Training Stadium located in Viera, FL. Megan, a Southern girl and what better way to sport her cowgirl boots. Sean, a former college baseball player was a "little boy in a candy store" as he got a few hits in during the session. We had the stadium all to ourselves so I took advantage of the opportunity! The couple are planning a late September wedding and I couldn't be thrilled enough to be their wedding photographer. Thank you Megan and Sean for a fun engagement session!
Shelley + Nick = giggles, smiles & kisses! The couple are quite the lovable and affectionate type with nothing but love at their side. Shelley and Nick just celebrated their marriage last weekend -- of course pics to come soon :+) Even better, there happened to be a 3rd person in their engagement session! Yes, Shelley and Nick are expecting a bundle of joy this summer, how exciting and wonderful!!! I have to say, they both have a great sense of humor when it came to planning their "shotgun wedding" and it was sooo her fun idea to write it out with scrabble pieces -- love it! Shelley wore a cross locket that was given to her from Nick -- inside were words of love - absolutely precious! I had a wonderful time with your both, thank you for the laughs and smiles. This year will bring you so much happiness :+)
Mr. and Mrs. Brian & Liz Story celebrated their "Love Story" at the lovely Duran Golf Club back in early June. I've had the pleasure of working with Liz over the duration of the last year as she planned her wedding; a remarkable woman, mother and past service member I must say, that has provided me with encouragement as my husband was on military orders the past year. She has truly left a mark on my life and grateful that I've had the opportunity to tell her "Love Story". Its apparent that Liz is quiet the beauty in addition to her daughter whom have provided me with the perfect opportunity for "Mom and daughter" portraits which left me in tears of happiness. With Liz standing at Brian's side, they were as if there was no one else in the room watching them. Brian, indeed a soulful man with a heart of gold, has created the perfect "Love Story" for his best friend. Thank you both for an amazing day that was filled with love, happiness, tears of joy and lots of smiles :+) My very best to you both as you start your journey together......
Liz and Brian decided to share their Sunday evening beneath beautiful Oak trees adorned with Spanish moss as they watched the sun fade away into the night. The couple are planning to wed in June 2011, which Liz has been planning for over 1 year and hasn't missed a single detail. Liz and Brian, without a doubt had no shyness when it came to being themselves and displaying their emotions for one another. We spent our evening driving around the "greens" on a golf cart searching for the perfect spot - and there it was, a set of Oak trees in the distance. I'm looking forward to your big day when you both say, "I do".
Meet Bailey, Cole and younger sister Sophie.....3 angels of my lovely neighbor, Stacey. Sunday funday was just that; an ordinary weekend with the exception of Sophie's 3 yr old bday planned later in the afternoon. So, how does a mother of 3 manage a photo shoot on the day of her beautiful daughter's birthday party?? The answer is quite simple - I come to the home and document their families activities as is - neither props nor backdrops are needed, easy as that....simple lifestyle photography at its best! Stacey was preparing stuffed shells in the kitchen as the 3 kids (including my 2.5 yr old) run amongst the house - all well behaved and simply beautiful! Their home provided simplistic furniture, all from Pottery Barn, what more could I ask for?? Sister Sophie, quite sassy and as the mother states, "Aggressive she is no, but assertive she is!" Middle child, Cole....the sweetest eyes any mom would brag over is quite the model as he sat on the couch effortlessly as he looked into my camera lens. Older brother, Bailey...the teenager whom is all about sports and video games is the most reserved out of all the kids which he didn't mind me taking up just a few minutes out of his busy schedule. Sunday funday at its best - thank you Stacey, Bailey, Cole and Sophie for an amazing day in your personal home and I look forward to the next shoot within the next month or so.
Ashley and Rick will be expecting their first child of early February 2011....and boy, oh boy....is Daddy more than excited to have his own football player!!! Ashley just entered her 7 month and without a doubt, was eye candy to my lens. They both wanted the "Chicago Bears" attire and how cute are they tossing the football back and forth??? So....whats with the ice cream and maternity book??? Well....as new moms to be....we take advantage of the midnight cravings whether its staring at the refrigerator door to indulging chocolate ice cream or reading maternity books whether it scares us or not, especially the epidural chapter! Thank you Ashley for giving in to my wacky ideas....I had a blast : +) Congratulations to you both on the upcoming arrival of your first child; he will melt your hearts!
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.....
