2 BEAUTIFUL 'baby bumps' =)

I had the privilege of photographing two expectant Moms recently...they were both GLOWING and absolutely stunning.
The first Mama was photographed during a 'blessingway' which is similar to a baby shower but it's ALL about the Mom where some heavy pampering takes place. WOOHOO!
The design on Mama's belly was painted with henna by her friends, which made for an extra neato 'belly shot'!

Here is the beautiful Jess, due any day now =)



Here is the lovely Rachelle with big-sister-to-be, Chi =)


I told you they're stunning!
Thanks for looking..till next time!

I Miss Her Already....Stephanie, Age 2 1/ 2

It's taken me a few days to be able to compose this post, mainly because i get a little 'drippy' every time i try to sit and type. Steph's Daddy has been transferred out to Colorado, so Thursday we set up a 'final session' before they head out.
I first photographed Stephanie just after she started sitting up on her own. She was such a beautiful baby, and even back then her personality was infectious. She's lovely, charming, personable and of course extremely photogenic ;-). I can't even believe how much she's changed and grown with each session. The uber chubby feet and thighs have made way for a tall, demure little girl who stands proud and smiles sweetly at me. She's full of giggles and raspberries and i am going to miss her terribly.
Here is one of the portraits from her first session:



and here she is now...isn't she amazing?





Here she is with her sweet dog, Sadie =)



Mom and Dad's lungs got quite the workout from blowing all those bubbles lol!


Ginger and Chris, thank you so much for sharing your little doll baby with me...till we meet again =)

Fairytale Fusions =)

There is a part of me that is still very much a believer in fairytales and all things magical.
That's the inspiration behind my "Fairytale Fusions". These Limited Edition pieces fuse fine art photographs with whimsical graphic elements. No two pieces are exactly alike and i will work with you to design the perfect wall portrait and family heirloom. Each portrait is digitally signed and numbered for authenticity.
If your little girl would like to be transported to a world of fairies and butterflies, similar to these screen captures below, i invite you to contact me through my website to reserve your session.
Costumes and styling provided on request =).

Midsummer Butterfly Princess



Hard to see but this little Faerie, near and dear to me requested POINTED ears lol!!


Till next time!

Kaylah...and Nathan too!

I told you i would be back today with another post =)

The lovely and talented Kaylah is one of the very gifted yoga instructors at My Body Yoga Spa located on Mill Street in Occoqua, VA...just across the street and to the left a bit of my studio.

We did a few fun yoga poses and then let Nathan jump in for a couple minutes...or should i say Nathan let Kaylah jump in =)







Nathan was a very good sport =)
Aren't they a gorgeous pair?!!!



Back to work i go..have a good week everyone!!

Meet Cedar =)

I am still here! Been a bad blogger lately as i try and keep up with the Summer rush!

I am in love with Cedar's blond curls and blue eyes..he looks like a baby Paul Newman to me!!
(and with that remark i am showing my age!!!)

Cedar and his Dad Leaf and Mom Tracy were kind enough to make the trip to my favorite shooting area. Cedar was SO good considering this was a very late afternoon session and rather STICKY outside. Here are a few quickies i grabbed for you so you won't have to stay up too late to get your sneak peek.
Thanks so much again...i enjoyed the company and the workout ;-) ox

By the way...babywearing rawks =)







I will hopefully be back with more tomorrow!
Thanks for looking!!

Contentment

that's all i have to say =)

Jonah's ONE!

Hi!

I thought i would jump on real quick and update you on one of THE cutest baby boys. I first photographed Jonah when he was all of 3 days old! Technically i photographed him before that when mom was still carrying him ;-)
His big sister Sarah is also a fave subject of mine too!

On June 5th, Jonah turned one. I can't believe how big he is and how fast he is on his feet!
Check out those amazing blue eyes!

3 days old



Mr Serious



Mr Giggles