Oh Happy Day!

One of my favorite families... one of my favorite photo sessions.  When the Gardner family contacted me about updating their family photos, I knew this was the perfect opportunity to have the vintage tea party I had been wanting to photograph.  These two girls are just precious and at just the right ages.  Photography is a wonderful way to capture memories... it can also be a great opportunity to create a memory.  Their mom, Abby, and I worked together to set the scene complete with a vintage tea set, flowing fabrics, pillows, hats, jewelry, and, of course, all the "special guests". The girls then had a blast spilling (I mean pouring ;) ), serving, eating, toasting and thoroughly enjoying themselves! I know Abby and Danny will treasure these images as their little ladies outgrow dress up and tea parties.  This moment will last forever.

Sweet Baby James

This lovely family welcomed their second son, James, about 3 months ago.  He looks so much like his big brother, Thomas, with lots of hair, bright eyes and a beautiful smile!  Thomas is a 2-year old on the move!  We did manage to capture that all-important family photo, but we also got some great natural shots that really reflect this time in the life of this wonderful family!

 The many faces of James :)

A big brother on the move!

Welcome to the World Emma!

A new baby is like the beginning of all things-wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities. -Eda J. Le Shan

I got my baby fix on Wednesday, getting to cuddle this precious little beauty.  I love being around families who've just had their first baby and witnessing the energy and exhaustion that go hand-in-hand as they begin this great new journey.  Emma is a beautiful baby, bright eyes, lots of hair, precious tiny features. Mom and Dad are naturals and seem as if Emma has been with them all along. Welcome to the world little miss Emma Rives Dale! 

Sweet pup Watson isn't quite sure what to make of the new addition to the family yet, but he found his place in the family portrait!