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{Berlyn’s 1st Birthday} | Northwest Indiana Child and Family Photographer

sammyv22 — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:52:38 +0000

What can I even say about this event that will do it justice?!?!?! What an incredible birthday celebration for little Miss Berlyn!!! I don’t photograph many events, but every so often one comes along that sounds like it will be a blast, and I just can’t pass it up. I arrived a little early to do some photos prior to the party. We got a few captures – my favorite are the first three below. Mom informed me that her daughter wasn’t super smile-y, she was more of the inquisitive, serious type – always thinking and checking things out. Julie – I can’t tell you how much I adore you for not only informing me of that (so I didn’t look like a goon, dancing around trying to get her to smile – lol), but for wanting to capture the essence of Berlyn’s character. Yes, we caught some smiles throughout the day, but the first few shots below are the ones that speak to me the most. THANK YOU for including me in your day and choosing me to be there to capture it!! It was a wonderful party that you put on for your family and friends.

Are you kidding me?? I think Dad and I were both tickled pink when she started doing this. It was like she was posing for us. SO STINKING CUTE!!!

My favorite. Oh, how I love this shot.

{Gorgeous Girlies} | Northwest Indiana Child and Family Photographer

sammyv22 — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 15:46:27 +0000

These two young ladies were so fun to photograph. I loved that Mom told me she wanted to capture this time in her oldest daughter’s life – because she was missing her front tooth! I have many parents that are waiting for the “perfect” time to get photos done. Some even wait until the teeth come back in. I thought it was great, and I just adored how cute she looked with that little gap. Thanks for a wonderful evening, “A” Family!

{I’m Gonna Knock You Out} | Northwest Indiana Newborn Photographer

sammyv22 — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:14:11 +0000

Last Friday, I had the pleasure of meeting and photographing little Jillian. Let me tell you, this precious little girl is SO LOVED. She is welcomed into the world by Mom, Dad, and 3 older brothers. Her older brothers were so sweet and loving toward her – even the 16 year old just came in for a few minutes while mom was feeding her and smiled at her so sweetly it melted my heart. I am very excited for the family to see all of the images. Thank you for welcoming me into your home and choosing me to capture this special time in your life.

Hahaha…..I love baby outtakes. Her big brothers were so very gentle and loving toward her, but with three of them there are is no doubt in my mind that there will be some rambunctious times in her future. Looks like baby girl is prepared.

Look at that HAIR!!! ::swoon::

AYKM with this nursery!?!?!?! The light was so gorgeous, the room was so impeccably decorated.

I love shots like this where they look like they are still all smooshed up in the womb.

And those EYES!!!!!!!! :::swoon::: x2

Seriously? Love.

{Happy Father’s Day!!!} | Northwest Indiana Baby and Family Photographer

sammyv22 — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 20:42:54 +0000

Happy Father’s Day Eddie!

{Summer Fun} | Northwest Indiana Family and Child Photographer

sammyv22 — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:32:38 +0000

It was so fun to see this family and photograph them at the beach last week. I went to school with both Mom and Dad and haven’t seen them for quite some time. They have such adorable little boys that were a blast to photograph playing together. And, I *loved* the way mom coordinated the colors of their outfits. It is a perfect example of how you don’t have to be all “matchy” for family photos. Combining different colors and patterns can work – and I loved the way the colors of their clothes pop against the beach backdrop!! Thanks for a great evening, K Family!

{Introducing Kayden} | Northwest Indiana Newborn Photographer

sammyv22 — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 02:26:11 +0000

What a precious addition to this wonderful family!!! I had such a fantastic time with these guys, and I just *adore* mom. We had to break up the session into two parts, and the second day I arrived at her house she had SATC on in the living room where we were shooting. If you know me at ALL, you know that was probably the most fantastic surprise – ever. :) Kayden was sleeping peacefully, we were chatting away while I was snapping photographs, and Carrie Bradshaw was on in the background.

::swoon:: :)

You know how you meet people and you just click with them? Yep – she was great AND she took one look at my very chipped, darn it, I KNEW I shoulda polished my nails before I left nail polish and exclaimed, “Pompeii Purple!!”. We both ONLY wear that color. It’s the best OPI color, just in case you are looking for one that is simply fantastic. Maria – you are the best!! Thanks to you and your family for a wonderful session. I can’t wait for you to see the rest!!

{Addison’s 1st Rodeo} | Northwest Indiana Child and Family Photographer

sammyv22 — Sat, 29 May 2010 11:59:01 +0000

This little darling has just celebrated her 1st birthday. It was so wonderful to spend time with her and her two amazingly sweet parents, again. I love, love, love watching my clients grow up, and I hadn’t seen little Addison since she was just a newborn! For her 1st birthday party her theme is “Addison’s 1st Rodeo”, and her mom found this amazing location through a client at work. We had a fabulous time at this beautiful farm. Thank you guys for another flawless session. You are so beautiful to watch together as a family.

{Tori’s Sweet 16} | Northwest Indiana Photographer

sammyv22 — Sat, 01 May 2010 17:14:03 +0000

So a couple of Saturday’s ago, Valpo’s Venue got rocked by Tori’s Sweet 16 Birthday Bash. Let me tell you, this was a party like none other. Not only is the Venue an awesome place to have a party, but the family made this party insane!!! The pictures will tell the story. Tori – Happy Birthday, sweetie!!! It is always a treat to photograph you, and I was honored to be there for this big occasion.

The Birthday Girl

The Grand Entrance

The Family

The Band

The DJ – and Tori’s amazingly sweet and cute brother.

Tori’s other adorable and so, so sweet brother- The Videographer

The Entourage

And the PAR-TAY!!! I hope you had a great night, Tori!!!

{Happy New Year!!} | Indiana Senior Photographer

sammyv22 — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 14:43:35 +0000

{Love} | Northwest Indiana Child and Family Photographer

sammyv22 — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 02:27:31 +0000

Yesterday was one of *those* days. One of those icky days where everything seems to go wrong and everything tests your patience. I don’t speak too much about my personal life here on the blog, but yesterday was stinky. I was actually headed to this session in tears after the last straw broke right before I had to leave, and it sent me over the edge. I was trying so hard to get it together, knowing I had a very important session in front of me. And, the moment I laid eyes upon Mom and Dad’s smile from their car window, my bad day got better. Then – I walked up to their car and was greeted with squeals, and hugs, and pictures drawn for me by 3 of their 4 girls. And THEN – THEN!!! – I was able to meet and hold and love on the newest member of this family – Clayton.

There is no way I can do this adoption story justice, so please go read Mom’s blog. She is such an amazing woman. I have followed this adoption story since the beginning, cheering on this family in all of the hurdles they overcame, praying for them every step of the way, and shedding tears of joy when I finally heard the news that they were bringing this sweet boy home.

Yesterday I was blessed to be reminded of how lucky I am to capture these moments. Yesterday I was blessed by the experience of documenting this wonderful family. Yesterday I was blessed. Thank you for erasing my bad day and making it one that I will remember fondly for a very, very long time. I simply adore you all and am beyond elated when I look at these images and was beyond elated to capture them!! So much {love} to you all.

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