Capturing the Spirit of Childhood

I wanted to take him home!

When we were finished with our session and mom was filling out my form I asked if I could hold little "E" for her.  He laid his head on my shoulder and snuggled in and I just melted.  He was the happiest little guy and am not even sure I got any shots of him not smiling.  This was my first "dowtown baby" session.  Mom is a big fan of black n whites and has only ever ordered black n whites from our sessions.  She was already thinking she would like some color images this time so I'm posting one of each.  The color really is fabulous at this location, but the black n whites are beautiful too!  Good luck trying to decide "S"!

I hit the jackpot part 2!!

Remember my little bear/cupboard baby?  Well, here she is at 6 months.  Grandma had all sorts of great things for me.  She is so adorable and am really looking forward to 9 months!

Do you think she's trying to tell me something in this first shot?! (look at her hand) hehe!

And the girls...

Seriously friends I photograph the most beautiful children.  I have said before I could start my own childrens modeling agency. All six were just as sweet as they are cute. 

 

I'm pretty sure...

there is no explanation needed for this series of images. 

These handsome brothers have 4 beautiful sisters.  I'll post some of them in a bit. 

A new baby and big brother too!

I have been planning this session for quite some time.  Mom contacted me many months ago to set up a session for her little guy and their new baby.  I photographed "R" last year and was really looking forward to seeing him again and meeting his new baby sister.  I borrowed an antique stroller (thank you "B") and boy was baby "P"  good for us.  She slept the entire session.  I don't often get to photograph new babies outdoors as it seems most of my newborns are due in the cooler months.  I would also like to say thank you to the grandma of these beautiful little ones as she was a huge help!  Many thanks! 

Little "R" is too stinkin cute and his outfit just perfect!  What a beautiful baby...Congratulations!

I'm still here!!

Gosh, it's been almost a week since I've posted to the blog.  We are adjusting to new schools, getting up at 5:30 a.m., and well getting up at 5:30 a.m.  I am a night owl.  I get so much done at 11:00 when the house is quiet so needless to say I havn't seen 5:30 a.m. in quite some time!  This is also my busiest season, but will try to do better about posting even though things are a bit crazy.

Here are some from a couple recent sessions.  The first little guy was my very first client.  When I photographed him the first time he couldn't even sit on his own.  Now, look at him run!!

Love the shot I grabbed of him and his daddy...

 

Here are a few from another session.  She is absolutely beautiful and I just love the shot with her and her daddy.  I couldn't  have planned it better if I had tried to.

She was good to me!

Yes, she was.  Now I know how you all feel when you get a session full of beautiful images.  I know what you mean when you say, "How in the world in my going to pick!" 

She may quite be the most beautiful thing I've ever seen. 

A great big thank you!

Ryan wanted me to say thanks to all of you who wished him a happy birthday.  He loved reading all your comments.  Thank you, Thank you!

Happy #11 Ryan!!!!

Today is my oldest sons birthday.  Like many of you (thanks for the e-mails) he loved the senior golf shot so we tried the same technique with one of his favorite things to do.  The Rip Stick...

I told him I'd do the above shot for him, if sat for a few others...

Before I know it, I'll be doing his senior photos.  Happy Birthday Goose!  We love you!

Give Ryan some birthday blog love and post a comment.  He'd love to hear from you!

Matilda Jane Info

I am totally addicted to their clothes!!  Just love them.  They photograph beautifully, they are unique and fun, and I can't get enough of them.  As an added bonus, they are so comfortable.  Emma loves wearing them.  They are getting ready to release the fall line.  You can view a sneak peak here:

http://www.matildajane.typepad.com/

A friend and I are hosting a trunk show set for Sat. Sept. 6th at 3:00.  If you are interested please send me and e-mail titled Matilda Jane with your name/address/phone number so that I can get you an invite out with all the details.  Hope to see you there!

Shannon