I was SO excited when Kelly emailed me to see if I could photograph her two little princesses in their Easter dresses! I LOVE little girls and Easter dresses. I think it just reminds me of the innocence of children, the way they think and play. It’s no wonder that Jesus told us it would be better for us to be like children in our faith! They are so eager, so willing, so trusting.

Kelly also requested the “orange chair” that she saw me use in Emmy’s portrait session and I was happy to use it again! I actually spotted this chair in my mom’s attic when we were up there finding some jewelry that would be fun for a photo shoot. I think it has worked SO well!  Thanks, Mom, for letting me borrow it again!

Kelly, I hope you find some images that you just adore! Your girls are precious!

There is something inspiring about blue eyes. It’s the sparkle, the intensity, and the spirit about big blue eyes. Although I was blessed with brown eyes, I always secretly wanted to have a pair of insanely bright blue eyes for a few days just to see how it would feel. I just know I would be inspired to conquer the world.

Emmy and her brother and sister all have the most beautiful blue eyes. They are incredible. As I was looking through all of the pictures I captured of them, I was taken aback by the beauty that those little eyes had. I know that each of those pairs of blue eyes have an amazing future ahead of them with endless possibilities. It’s not the blue eyes that make that possible, but the God who created those eyes, and the parents that look into them everyday.

Thank you so much, Natalie, for asking me to capture the beauty of life in your children. It was so fun to spend the afternoon with you all! I hope you find some images you adore! Blessings!!

What are little boys made of?

Frogs and snails, and puppy-dogs tails,

And such are little boys made of.

Little boys are made of lots of things, I’m not sure if it’s puppy dogs tails, but I know that it’s a whole lot of cuteness. Carson may have puppy-dog eyes opposed to tails, I think. Carson was also no amatuer at being photographed. He was the sweet little doll I photographed back in September during this family shoot. His mom and dad are so sweet and friends of ours from StoneWater, and I was so excited when Nacole asked me to photograph little Carson in honor of his first birthday! We tried a couple new locations, including a nice little laundramat (thanks Nacole for letting me run with the creative juices… lol) and I’m so excited about the way the pictures turned out. I hope ya’ll enjoy them!

I just love to hear from old friends… especially when they want me to take pictures of the important things in their lives. When Katy emailed me and told me she wanted pictures done for her baby that was about to be 1, I had this weird feeling about how “old” I’m getting. No, I’m not getting old, but I’m definitely getting older. I can’t believe how many people I went to school with are now married, have children, and have moved off to different places in the world. It’s so surreal to know that life is just flashing by. But anyway, it was SO great to see Katy (and she’s pregnant again! YIPPEE!) and to take pictures of the beautiful Ashlan.

By the way, if you are interested in getting pictures of your children done, take note of the outfits and props Katy brought. They were IDEAL! Bright colors, hats, jewelry… I love it! Thanks Katy, I hope you love the pictures!

BY THE WAY: Don’t forget to check back on MONDAY to find out what’s been brewing lately! I can’t wait to share!

Charlee just turned TWO years old! She was actually a little cutie that danced the night away at Bill and Court’s wedding this past September. Her mom emailed me a few weeks ago to see if I could photograph her little girl at her birthday party! Well, of course! This is an ideal situation for parents who LOVE pictures, but don’t want to be responsible for holding the camera and capturing every moment of the entire party … or for trying to get everyone’s pictures while trying to be the host! I really had fun capturing the party (and got to eat some DELICIOUS cake!) while Charlee, family, and friends all enjoyed celebrating and having fun together! Thanks Lauren for asking me to join you at the party! Hope you see some images you love!

Here is the birthday girl.

Look at all the preparation Lauren had done! I love the lollipops!

Charlee having some fun in the yard!

She really enjoyed her party!

SO much stuff to do!

But she was a great host and greeted her guests…

And the most important part of the evening… CAKE!

Nothing like ending a party with some sugar…