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and pieces, and pieces, and pieces. Seriously, this family is SO much fun – my cheeks were hurting when the session was over from laughing so much. They are some of the most genuinely FUN families around. Thanks for a fantastic afternoon!!

Take a family that I haven’t seen for a year and add in a TO DIE FOR location in the country, and you have photographer heaven.  Here is a little peek of what that looks like for me……it was SO great to see T, Z, and C after so long!!  Thanks for a WONDERFUL session!

This session was a pure delight.  Mom had an amazing vision for the session, and I was more than happy to hunt around to find the perfect locations to fit the bill.  The day went off without a hitch!  The girls were practically made to model, the day was gorgeous, the light was yummy, and look at these outfits!!!  I do LOVE Matilda Jane!!  Thanks for a wonderful time, ladies!  I can’t wait for the next session! 

OMG, you guys….you have no idea how much *fun* this family was to shoot.  By the end of the session they had me ROLLING.  They made me walk away from the session wishing I had 3 teenagers and a 5 year old at home – NOT an easy task to do!    I know you guys have been dying to see these.  I LOVE them!!  Thanks for an amazing session!

Here is a long overdue blog post for some very patient parents. Brooklyn arrived 1 month ago, just after Mother’s Day. She arrived to a set of amazingly cool, loving parents. It was such a wonderful experience to work with them. I loved every second, and I look forward to watching this family grow together! Here is a Father’s Day present for you, Michael! Enjoy!

Look at this beautiful baby!!!

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Love!

I adore this shot!!

Last month, Butterfly Kisses and I teamed up for an extra special event.  Zutano customers recieved a complimentary mini session with me, and now they are entered into a contest to win some fabulous prizes!  The  contest will run through April 18th, 2009.  Anyone can vote once (one vote per computer).  Check out the adorable kiddos below and vote for your favorite! Check out Butterfly Kisses to shop the latest in Zutano fashions

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I am literally *bursting* with joy over these photos.  My dear friend Kristi recently gave birth to her first child, and I was lucky enough to get to visit them for a morning on Karli’s 17th day of life.  Mom and Dad are completely in love with her – how could they not be??  It was so good to get to see my friend again and to capture this precious time in their life.  Kristi, Chad – I am SO, SO happy for you three!!  Karli is a perfect angel, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for allowing me to come over and take these photos.  I can’t wait to watch her grow up.  You two are already phenomenal parents.  I love you guys!  

I LOVE photographing seniors!!  This girl was no exception.  Thanks for a fun evening, and letting me try out my new lighting on you!

was FUN!  There was so much love, energy, laughter, and fun exchanged during this session.  I loved every minute of it!

My availability for the fall season is becoming slim.  If you are interested in a session, there are a few week day sessions available.  I also have a last minute opening for this Saturday, 9/27.  The only other weekend date I have open is Sunday, 10/5.  Book now, as spaces are filling up QUICKLY!!  Now, onto the images from this fun-filled session….

One of my new favorites…..

You may recognize the little man in these first two shots from the top of my blog.  He’s the little flirt with the blonde curls that is shown in the revolving photos.  To my surprise, he was so grown up, lookin’ like a little man when I arrived for their photo shoot last weekend!  I’ve been photographing these brothers for over a year now ( take a journey with them here, here, and, here ) and I just love them to pieces!!!  One thing I’ve always noticed is the connection between these two guys.  Big Bro Joe started making silly faces, and Beau just LOST it.  This kid was laughing so hard I thought he was going to start crying.  I have another photo of him with one of those crazy, hysterical laugh faces on – just precious!!  It was after that Joey promptly told me he was “done” with photos, and I had to agree.  We had a great morning, and he supplied the perfect ending to the shoot.  Much love to the K Family – you guys rock!

So CUTE!!!!!

All boy.  I was so excited to meet the newest addition to the K Family – pretty little Bella.  You all know how I love my boxers, so this was a pure treat!

Hanging out in “Big Daddy’s”  awesome car.  Love the sun streaming in on this one.

I love how Joey is looking up at Mom & Dad with such a sweet little smile.