Celebrate!

How cute is this little birthday boy? I had so much fun photographing Adrian for his first birthday. What made the shoot even more special was the fact that I did his first shoot when he was about three months old. It is so much fun for me to watch the little people I photograph grow and change over time...I am truly grateful that I get to do what I do and capture important memories.

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I have photographed Sam a few times over the past few months...and he is one energetic little guy! Having a son and being a Kindergarten teacher I know all to well that boys don't sit still long. That means my job is to move FAST! Along with some sibling shots Mom wanted a few of just Sam so I started with him first, took maybe 15 photos and got everything I needed. Of those 15 shots mom got about 1o of them...not too bad for a few minutes work. Both mom and I were realistic and knew Sam would only want to be in front of my camera for so long so we didn't push him...and he did great! :-)

Reading a child's mood can make the difference between a great collection of images or a disaster. Pushing little ones into doing "just one more" when your toddler is running away out of boredom/annoyance won't get "the shot", it'll only frustrate everyone. I will always make sure I've got "the shot" before I wrap things up...just don't be surprised if it takes less time than you expect!

Sleepy Baby!

When I first got to the house baby Ramona was not ready for her close up! Mom and Dad had been up all night, it had been a rough one. One of the first things Dad told me was he didn't think this was going to happen. I told mom not to worry, go ahead and feed the little one as I set everything up and that I was in no rush (that's why I plan for plenty of time with a newborn session). After almost an hour of feeding it was my turn. Mom and Dad were amazing - first time parents and they let me take their baby and do whatever I wanted. They just sat back and watched...they were awesome! As for little Ramona...she was a dream! That little darling slept pretty much the entire time I was there, I may have gotten one shot with her eyes open. I had a great time and I think Mom and Dad have some gorgeous photos of little Ramona's first few days of life!

Ramona - 8 days old (and oh so cute!)

Little Lady

When I first met this family I was capturing belly photos for a beautiful mother-to-be (for the third time). I was amazed by the calm and peacefulness in the house with such a big moment on the horizon. Everyone was relaxed and so easy going.

What is more amazing is it was the same atmosphere the day I went to shoot newborn pictures of little baby Charlotte. I don't think I have ever had such an easy going newborn session. Everyone was milling about the house, checking in on the session from time to time. Mom even took time to have a coffee - this family has it figured out! No one was rushing off, running around or stressing out and it made for SUCH an easy shoot! We captured some great shots of little Charlie (as she is also known) and the whole morning was such a pleasure!

Congratulations Reuter Family!

Take a look at this beautiful baby girl!