The sun helped me tell this story: A story of beauty -- as God shines brightly through this woman. I am so thankful for Ashley and the difference that she is making in this world. Ashley, you are beautiful, absolutely stunning!
Sometimes I get inspired halfway through editing a session, and just want to share a peek at what I am working on. So here are some photos from my session with Ian, Ashley and little James. With each photo here, I just see story after story -- everything from the personality of James -- to the quiet adoration that Ashley and Ian have for one another. They are just a sweet family and I think you will agree...
One of my all time favorites...
Nothing like Dad's strong arms holding his son....
And I love his interactions with Mom...
You may have seen this one from a tease... James, you are so cute, and you were just letting me know that sitting still is not your thing...
This is what happens when you place their little son below me.... You two are stunning!
Don't worry, he made it :)
And just one more for now...
In the middle of this busy wedding season, I have been able to squeeze in a couple portrait sessions here and there. Baby Dylan is one of those :) I have gotten to know Leah and Yancey and Dylan over the last year. Let's just say I met Dylan while Leah was still beautifully pregnant. They are such welcoming people -- generous and really good parents. I just really appreciate them. Dylan is nine months, maybe even a little older now, and let's be honest, can he get much cuter.
Babies always start out a little pensive....
I think he may have remembered me after a few moments....
I love that Leah brought his wagon...
Just chillin...
My sister is having a baby boy in October -- and I think her little boy may need a hat like this....
And in case you are wondering why Dylan is so cute...
Ella is so adorable! Wouldn't you agree? I cannot say it enough: I am blessed with the world's best clients. More to come from my session with this cutie pie and her parents...
Dear James, you are too cute for words... Enjoy this sweet tease from my session with his family this week. And, I am off to attend a wedding today -- yes, as a guest, no photography involved. I don't think I have done this for almost two years! I am so excited, I already picked out my outfit :) So cheers to a fun evening celebrating with some good friends! Come tomorrow, I am back at it, excited to capture Levi and Heidi's Wedding Day!
Dear Dylan,You are growing up already and just so you know, you have some of the world's best parents as your Mom and Dad. More to come from this cutie!
Cheers to the first official day of summer, which means one hundred degree weather here...
Looking back at this senior class, I have had the opportunity to work with so many different students and I am so grateful! Bryn may have been my final senior session of the year and what a great way to end. Bryn is on the snowboard team for her high school. She is courageous and full of passion. It was an honor to spend the afternoon with Bryn and her Mom. Thank you so much! Cheers to Bryn and the entire class of 2011!
Bryn, you are beautiful!
I love these last two photos -- how they contrast two different moods, both beautiful.
At seven weeks old, baby Sicily is too sweet. I think what I love most is her cheeks. They are just squeezable! If you saw her Dad, you would know how much they look alike. It is quite amazing. These are just a few photos of Sicily -- as we only had time for a quick session.Baby Sicily you are so happy! Cheers to this adorable girl!
I am off to meet with the bride and groom for this weekends wedding! And later... I will be watching Survivor and eating a bowl of popcorn. Oh, I can't wait!
You may remember this sweet photo from a tease...
Sometimes I get the chance to meet with my clients before their session. Natalie was one of them. We met later on a Thursday night and as she began to tell me her vision for her senior photos, I knew, in that moment, that this was going to be good. She is an AP student, very involved in school and I can tell, she is adored by her peers. Natalie is a natural leader and she is stunning. And the best part, she rocked her senior photos -- in her heels! Thank you so much Natalie. You are so sweet -- and I loved working with you!
Yes, this is her car -- she restored the entire thing!
Love it!
Meet Kira -- she is so beautiful -- and has a voice to match that beauty. Over the last year, I have heard her sing a few times, and she is simply amazing! I am so glad to work with Kira. It was early in the morning when I photographed her, but her session quickly became the highlight of my day. Kira, thank you so much! Thank you for your joy and for showing so many qualities of your self in these photos. I can't wait to see what God has in store for you!
Kira: Your eyes are stunning!
Thank you for laughing with me (or perhaps at me...)
I cannot believe it is Thursday. What happened to this week? If you wondered where I have been, I have been in my office, editing like a crazy woman all week long. This may explain my lack of blogs posts. Not to worry though -- in between all of my editing, I did manage to make dinner two nights in a row (quite the accomplishment for this girl), and watch American Idol last night... Who are you rooting for? And the tease of today: For those of you who know Janee, I think you would agree, she is among the sweetest persons on earth!
Meet sweet baby girl, Sicily! Her name is just as precious as she is. I had the chance to photogragh this little one a week or so ago, and realized that I never posted a tease... Enjoy her cuteness! I can't say it enough -- thank you! Thank you for cheering me on and thank you for being a part of my life. To my clients: You are the best, the absolute best!
I would love to show you so many more from this session -- but you will have to wait. Just think: vintage and heels...Natalie, you are beautiful!
I am in a quiet mood this week. Just thoughtful with a lot of things going on around me. As I worked on Gabriella's photos today -- this next set almost stopped me in my tracks. She is so beautiful, inside and out. But what really struck me, is the story that I see behind these photos. As the wind stirred around her, she quietly showed her strength and joy and beauty. And I think this is what happens in life. God uses the storms and challenges and chaos that stirs around us, to bring out His beauty and His character and His strength. I think the storms are the blessings, but sometimes that is hard to see.
Thanks Gabby -- for letting your photos inspire me. You are gorgeous!
I met Kaidyn at six weeks old. She is truly a doll -- just so sweet and perfect and full of expressions. Thank you so much Diane and Ron for giving me the chance to capture Kaidyn. I am honored. Your life as a family of three has begun and it suits you well. Thank you, Thank you!
Oh yes, she is one happy girl!
I love the sweet interactions between Mom and Daughter...
I just love the way she holds her hands...
And this sweet dress suits little Kaidyn perfectly.
Goodness, it has been one crazy day -- with a lot of blessings! I had the honor of working with Kira this morning for her senior session. Oh she is gorgeous! Cheers to Thursday and the amazing deal that I got on my cereal tonight at Safeway (I am telling you, I bought the biggest box of Captain Crunch I have ever seen for 1.99)!
Sometimes in our lives, we are surrounded by amazing people! This family is one of them. Kenny and I have the privelege of being in a small group with Peter and Alli. They are the parents of three children -- all under the age of three. That should tell you something about them, right there. They are amazing parents with unending amounts of energy! I don't always get the opportunity to work with people that I know well -- so this was truly a treat for me! Enjoy these cute faces -- I wish I had the time to post all of the photos from their session.
Cheers to Tuesday -- and the time I have gotten to spend with my Mom this week. I so wish she lived here!
What a beautiful family, huh?
Things don't always work out just as you seem when you try to take photos of three little people :)
Now you know where these cuties get their beautiful eyes...
Hannah is so beautiful! I am so thankful to have worked with her a couple weeks ago. She has such ambition and I know that there are great things in store for her, as she graduates from high school next month! Here are just a few of my favorites from her session :)
Gosh, I have been working with so many wonderful people lately! Meet Zachary who is so sweet -- I can't wait to introduce you to his whole family! For now, enjoy this tiny tease from their session today! Cheers to all of you! I am so blessed!
Well -- yesterday was among the best adventures ever! I spent some time with Regan and his Mom, at their home, and mostly out in their farm. Wait until you see more from his session... Thank you so much Regan and Heidi! I am so blessed to work with people like you!And in case you are wondering, yes, that is a real live cow behind Regan! (Remember, I moved from Portland to Chico just last year, so this "city girl" has not spent too much time around the farm life -- so much fun!)
