Rustici Family Photo Session in Antioch

October 30, 2008 | Filed Under family | Leave a Comment

This is the third Fall that I have gotten to photograph this sweet bunch. I have watched them grow from three to four and can’t wait until we get to meet again!

Sisters

Big sister Amelia

Little sister Sienna

See you next year!

Stanley Kids Photo Session in Murfreesboro

October 23, 2008 | Filed Under babies, family, kids | Leave a Comment

I had so much fun last Saturday morning hanging out at the Stanley’s house. Our goals were several shots of baby Beck for a canvas wall print, and then some photos of the kids all together for Christmas cards, etc. Here’s a few favorites of Beck by himself…

I love shooting in the homes of my clients. This awesome fireplace was the perfect spot for this grouping of the kids together, and some portraits of each child.

Then I got all excited to see these beautiful red Christmas outfits. We got out instruments and made some great music. Wish you could have heard the songs we sang together to get these happy faces!

Thanks to the Stanley’s for inviting me into your family!

Jones Family, Murfreesboro

October 20, 2008 | Filed Under family, kids | 1 Comment

Haven’t kept up with the Joneses much since I photographed Mary Margaret’s homecoming party when she arrived from China a few years ago. I loved spending time with them at John’s family’s homeplace - built in the early 1800’s. Tracy had all the kids clothes organized and we zipped through a ton of outfit changes all within 2 hours. The kids were great and I am so proud of our results! It was really tough to narrow them down for the blog - they are all good!

More are on the way…

Norris Family Photos in Smyrna

October 1, 2008 | Filed Under family, kids | Leave a Comment

It’s been too long since I got to photograph the Norris Family. I am so glad it worked out for us to hook up for a quick session while they were in town for the weekend! I love the images we were able to create - they braved wearing sweaters even though it was 85+ degrees, since these images might pop up on a Christmas card and they wanted to look Fall/Winter-y! I don’t blame them - I am so tired of my summer clothes. I’m ready for some sweater weather.

Will is almost 3 and he is such a sweet boy. I have been taking his picture since about 5 minutes after he was born.

He decided to allow his parents to be in a few with him.

And I love this one - affectionately, the dog pile! He’s three - you have to do what it takes.

Love you guys!

Adelynn, Newborn Photos in Thompson’s Station

September 2, 2008 | Filed Under babies, family | 1 Comment

I love it when I get the opportunity to photograph my wedding clients as they enter another new phase of life - parenthood! This morning I had so much fun photographing one week old baby Adelynn, daughter of Mike & Jen. Here’s my favorites…

Big brother Ben got in on the action too.

And I LOVE this one. Beautiful girls.

Thanks for having me over today ladies!

Chapman Family Photos in Murfreesboro

August 24, 2008 | Filed Under celebrating adoption, family, kids | 1 Comment

I’ve decided to share a few more photos than usual in this blog post. Comes with the territory when you’re sharing from a family photo with eight people in it I guess!

Isn’t this a great choice of clothing for a family portrait? It was no easy task for Yolanda I know, but she did a fabulous job helping everyone coordinate but not match exactly. I am so proud.

And, because I imagine in a big family it could be easy to feel lost in the shuffle at times, I am including an individual shot of everyone. You all look great!

Lydia

Izzy

Abby

Bethany

Canaan

Jordan

Yolanda

and Jim Chapman

Ha! You can imagine how easy it might have been to get a non-silly photo of Jim…but I managed.

Thank you guys! I had a blast.

Celebrating Adoption - Two Year Old

July 24, 2008 | Filed Under celebrating adoption, family, kids | Leave a Comment

When you’re two, you don’t care if it is hot outside. You just want to go to the playground.

This sweet little guy was joined by his Mom and Grandparents. You’d never know that Grandpa is over 80 years old by the way he ran around and climbed up and down with his grandson.

We went walking on the boardwalk for a few quiet moments with Mommy.

Thanks for letting me celebrate your adoption with you! We love you guys!

Family Portraits in Antioch, Graves Family

July 8, 2008 | Filed Under family, kids | Leave a Comment

The last time I photographed little Owen was about two years ago when he was only 6 months old.

Fast forward to today - what a handsome guy!

Owen and his parents and grandparents came out to Turner Farms today for a lifestyle family photo session in the great outdoors. It was ~~pretty miserable~~ really hot, so I thank y’all for hanging in there with me. Did I mention it was hot?

Owen is two and a half…enough said. We had our work cut out for us but I think we accomplished the goal!

Racing with dad, one of Owen’s favorite things to do.

Grandparents

Mom & Dad

Sweet little family

Owen and I had a long discussion about the movie Cars in this photo

This child is so beautiful. Truly truly beautiful.

I would like to point out the clothing selections that this group (Emily) chose for today’s session. They are bright, cheery, summery and well coordinated but not identical. Great job! Thanks again for coming to see me today!

Family Portraits in Antioch, McVay Family

July 8, 2008 | Filed Under family | 1 Comment

Meet my friend Stephanie

Stephanie and I met in the 8th grade and have remained great friends ever since. Her family has traveled the world to tell people about Jesus. Her parents June & Sam are home for the year to raise support to return to their work in Spain.

Steph’s sister Suzanne recently married Jonathan and they are about to move to Florida.

Stephanie wanted the chance to have some family photos before they all went their separate ways for a while.

We couldn’t forget Suzanne & Jonathan’s baby, Nemo

One more of Stephanie, because she is so beautiful!

It was great to see y’all today. Let me know if you ever want my help with your next “baseball card”!

Celebrating Adoption - Klimek Family

June 17, 2008 | Filed Under celebrating adoption, family | 3 Comments

This sweet family drove in from East Tennessee for a Celebrating Adoption photo session. Mom & Dad were tickled for me to meet little Mr. Lee - a 14 month old sweetheart from Guatemala.