Beckett

One of my youngest newborns at only seven days old. He has a fabulous name as well.

The in between moments are some of the best. Kim and Andrew were just trying to calm Beckett before moving their hands away for the shot. I just asked them to stay right there -and isn't this lovely? I like it because when you try to set up some shots, they do look very similar to what we have seen before and their hands wouldn't look so natural here because they really are soothing him.

Kim looked so put together for the mother of a seven day old and her baby instincts were right on -- soothing him - getting him back to sleep. Of course, he was most happy when mom or dad were holding him.

This is for Dad - a huge U2 fan.
Hmmmmmmmmmm..........................................do you think he peed on it?

Of course he did! We wouldn't expect any less. Made that glass shine.

This also was Dad just getting ready to rest Beckett's head on the coffee table, but it looked so sweet just like this.

The End

The unexpected

I didn't mind the drive up north to the little town where this guy lives. I had over an hour to myself, my music, and my thoughts - not time for that much lately.

When I came to the town, it reminded me a lot of where I grew up in Coshocton. The Main St. and courtsquare have that old time charm and coziness.
Laura mentioned that I would be looking for a door to the second floor of a commercial building, but what she did not mention was that a little white door in an alley opens to a wide, steep stairway - that leads to a huge 3 level brickwalled, wood floored, beautifully decorated, open loft home that overlooks that courtsquare.
It is a beautiful home and even with the first level heat going out the night before, we still had plenty of room to work with.

I really have a good time meeting new clients and working in different environments. Gustin is a handsome fellow and we have more sessions planned too.



















Quincey has such a sweet nature and she seemed to want to be in every shot, or atleast close by. I have a lot of images that include her nose-tail-head-back.




I of course, on this day chose to wear the wrong shoes and ended up tip-toeing through the snow and ice that lay on the alley waiting for some sunshine. I'm tired of wearing the comfortable shoes, but winter is not over.

Abigail

Mom and dad have been waiting patiently for a little peak at Abigail's session so I have to get this up before heading off to bed. She's a beauty like her mama and our second session together was most fun. I love my package clients and it's like visiting friends instead of work. Don't get me wrong - we work it, but we still have a good time.

Peekaboo..........

Mr. Boots

That title is for you Nate! That is just one of the nicknames Elliott has been given in his first 9 months or so. We talked about how so many nicknames have no meaning but just come from love - and wanting to pile that love on them - and one name just will not do - they are far too cute and special.
Megan's love of all things etsy (i.e. - handmade, artistic, unique) was apparent throughout their home. This includes her own creations including a gorgeous origami mobile that I feel she could sell tons of.

Hmmmm.......why didn't I get an image of that?

I love this series of Megan and Elliott.

Talloulah has a face only a mother could love. Not true - she is bee-u-tee-ful.

This arrangement on the kitchen counter was so weepy and interesting. It also just happened to be from Nate and Megan's wedding. Isn't that fun that we could use it again this way? Just so long as you don't poke the baby's eye out on it. (That's for you Megan!)

Elliott really milked his naked time and basked in the undivided attention of three adults.

Be-Bo

Be -bo...........that's what she calls her belly button. I think Riley really had fun during our shoot. There were tons of snow and ice outside but we were warm and cozy inside playing and jumping on the big bed - running through the hallway - climbing the stairs - and playing with tofu. Ok, so Mom and Dad are the only ones who will understand the tofu.


How beautiful is she?!!?!

I love her little heart pocket.

Magdalen

Mag is family and when I stopped by her house on my way home from another session and saw her in her PJ's and little acorn hat, I had to spend some time. She's a princess in PJ's. I always love what children have to talk about; what they do each day, their favorite toys, about their mom and dad. I think they enjoy a new ear to fill up with what's in their imagination. So I listen and talk and shoot and somehow we end up with little bits and pieces of their spirit on film (so to speak).
Thanks for letting me hang with Mag - we really do love her and hope you love these.