I will be out of the office until Tues Sept. 7th.  I will be checking emails and voicemails radomly- thank you! 

I am going to post some pics really quick- I have had some great shoots over the past week.  I am looking forward to a little break and then diving right back in!!  Just some pics… Have a great holiday weekend!

Adding to the baby series… Baby Ruly.  This little guys belongs to Lily’s 1st grade teacher.  Ruly gained his nickname in the hospital and it has stuck.  TOO CUTE!  We had such a great time with the teeny guy.  I know that mom will be just as great a mom as she was a teacher. I wonder is Ruly will let her come back in a few years and teach Morgan:) 

Next up, I met Avery.  Mom and I have been trying to get together, but this little tough gal has had to make some trips back to the hospital.  She is doing good and mom and dad are easing in parenthood.  I know the start was tough- but you guys are awesome!!!!

Sweet baby girl at 10 weeks…

Believe it or not- one more baby to post soon!  Gotta get some dinner started, though.

Seriously, I have never had so many babies in one time!   They are so much fun!  A challenge, but very rewarding.  I have been editing like crazy, so I am going to post a peek and then relax on the porch with my book!  I am so glad that the weather has cooled enough in the evenings and mornings.  I actually had my morning emails and coffee on the back porch this morning- so peaceful .  (Until dog starts barking at walkers…)  Meet PRECIOUS baby Grayson…

What a  beautiful family…

Wow- I am going to be the next baby whisperer if I keep being around all these babies!  I have had 3 newborns this week- have 3 next week!  I have had some terrific shoots with some really great people.  I will be taking it easy over the next few days celebrating my 30th bday with family and friends.  Yay!  I got wonderful news that my dear friend, Daniel, and his wife, Vanessa, have finally had their dreams come true.  They brought home baby Candence from the hospital to join their family.  After years of saving up and trying to adopt, I am excited to say they are parents to a sweet baby girl that they got to see come into the world!  I will be meeting her next week.  What a special time! 

My- out of the box shoot- I met this awesome couple at the Fox downtown.  Many memories for them there.  11 years of marriage, 3 kids and dad being overseas…  i think it was a great idea to do these pics while he was home.  And while it was a challenge and we got ripped off in the parking deck- i had a blast!  You guys rock!

Here are a few peeks from my first 2 newborn shoots…

There are not many perks being family or friends with me.  I see nodding and I know of one person who is yelling “AMEN SISTA!”   (K- yes I mean you.  I owe you big for being the worst cousin)  (you too, S, for never getting you the rest of your 4x6s)  (And, yes, G, I know that you want to pay me to speed me up)  I love you all for putting up with me!   Well, as a perk for this mama- she gets some extra peeks.  Pretty much bc I know  there are many people in Germany waiting to meet this little guy.   Hope you guys love these!  I am going  back to share the love with Jadon’s 2 older sisters and mom and dad.  Looking forward to it… in 30 min:)  Here is sweet baby Jadon with all his newborn goodness- THE HAIR, the lips and the beautiful skin…

I am working on Carsyn’s session right now and found a new fave.  I love this “foggy” black and white.  I think this would make a beautiful canvas-

I am headed downtown tonight for a shoot out of the ordinary!  Every once in awhile I will take something outside of the children box.  More details coming soon~

**JUST ANOTHER REMINDER THAT AUG AND SEPT ARE BOOKED AND I AM NOT TAKING ANY NEW CLIENTS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE**

I met back up with Carsyn and this time her balloons did not float away!  I think it helped:)  (not to mention having extra help along!)  So, here is a happy Carsyn-

I met with an old baby planner this morning.  Little Harrison is 2!  I was so excited to see him and his fam.  He is such a great little guy and lots of fun!!

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EEEKKKK- I hate doing this every year!  I am booked for August and September and I am now not taking any new clients until November.  This means no new clients for Holiday shoots:(  I have had many new clients email me and we are working on fall dates.  There were so many, I am not accepting anymore.   Current clients, please email me if you want a Holiday/Fall sesssion, as they are very tight as of now.  Thanks SO much to all of you making me so busy!!

I ran up to the mountains in NC for my cousin, Wendy’s baby shower.  She is preggo with Baby girl #1 and we ae so thrilled.  Of course, I had to do some maternity pics of her as we all marvel over how great she is looking.  My aunt Karen’s house provided the PERFECT back drop and the most stunning light.  I wish I could have carried this location home with me.  I cannot wait to photograph baby girl!!   Love ya cuz…

I just got an email from a friend asking how in the world am I shooting in this heat.  Well, I have been doing mostly evening shoots.  We start about 5:30 or 6 and by 7 you can see the outline of my belly button on my shirt- YUCK!!  Too much info??  lol!   BUT, the light is so great.  I am loving the results.  Meet Molly- she was such a pleasure to photograph.  She was sweet and polite and extremely beautiful!  Check out those sparkling eyes- watch out boys:) 

Next, Carsyn.  Carsyn just turned 2 and she is as precious as the first time I photographed her at 6 wks.  She has the most stunning blue eyes and a cute personality.  We are probably going to meet for a few more smiling shots (our plan B floated away into the trees!)  but, these show one side of her personality.  Happy birthday!