Merry Christmas

This baby, born three weeks ago, is a special Christmas present for her family. The gift of a baby is what this season is all about.

A child has been born for us,
a son given to us;
authority rests upon his shoulders;
and he is named
Wonderful Counselor,
Mighty God,
Everlasting Father,
Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6

God gave us the gift of a Savior, born as a tiny, precious baby, to be Emmanuel - God with us. May His peace, joy and love be with you this Christmas season.

A year in the life

Whether it's engagement and wedding to belly and baby photos, or just family pictures year over year, I love when I get to go back and take pictures with a family over time—to see a family grow, the kids develop personalities. These pictures were taken at three different shoots over the past year. I hope to watch these girls grow more for next time, and the time after that.

Double the pleasure

Newborn photos of twins has to be one of the sweetest things ever. These sisters snuggled up close to eachother. So beautiful!

Puppy love

Last fall we caught a perfect fall day to capture some family photos of this couple with their sweet puppy. Around here that's no small feat - the leaves seem to change color over night and then blow away with the next big wind. Hopefully this year provides another good window. Unfortunately it's coming sooner than we might like.

Wedding Season

Wedding season (particularly my own!) has kept me pretty busy these last few months, as evidenced by my lack of posting. Here's a look at the best of weddings so far this year.

Exploring

Babies this age just won't sit still! Just learning to crawl, climbing up on everything, escaping at every chance. They're suddenly so adventurous.

Back from Bolivia

I've just returned from a great trip to Bolivia with lots of great images of a very diverse and beautiful country. Here's a sneak peek of what is one of my favorite images from the trip. Keep watching for more.

Best costume award

This family was all ready to go with their coordinating outfits, and very cute dresses for the baby. Ever since this shoot, I've been in love with little girls and tutus.

The cutest little sweater vest

I love everything about this kid—from the bright blue eyes and cute little rolls to the sweater vest. And his parents are pretty great, too.

Big brother

A baby sister arrived a couple of weeks after these pictures were taken!

A good reason to cancel an appointment

On the day I was booked to shoot some belly pictures of this little guy, his dad called me to cancel the appointment—from the hospital! He arrived a bit early, and a week later I was at their place to take these newborn photos.

e-session

We found some great spots for this engagement session in the fall. I'm looking forward to the wedding in August. Kari will be a beautiful bride!

Happy New Year!

I spent New Year's in Mexico this year, sitting on the pool deck, walking on the beach, and enjoying a couple of authentic margaritas. And all of it with my family. We all had fun in the sun, but it was especially fun to watch my one-year-old nephew enjoying the beach and the pool for the first time.