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A purple hat and amazing curls
Posted on March 4, 2010
Little kids are the best to photograph in my eyes. They may not always do what you ask them but you can see their true self in each frame. Part of having pictures taken when your kids are small is to document who they are. They will not sit still, may not smile and more than likely will try to run off before I am done. But that is life and those little things make the pictures that much better.
Baby Izzie had this amazing purple hat on for our photo shoot. Purple is my favorite color so I was so excited to see her and her sister, Rian, in this color. Izzie was pretty much bald under the hat (another one of my favorites, bald babies) but sister Rian has the most delicious curls you have ever seen. Just picture her running and all those curls bouncing up and down; so sweet.
Kim and Bo, you have one beautiful family; thank you for letting me spend the morning with you and your girls.
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welcome to january
Posted on January 3, 2010
How is it possible that it’s 2010? Where on earth did last year go?
This is my first post for the new year. Feels good to get back to taking pictures. I took most of December off. Needed the break to recharge my batteries and reconnect with my family. November was crazy, but in a good way. I will be doing a few things differently this year than last, but I will post about that at a later time.
The day after Christmas I had a session with a great family. It was nice to get out of the house for a bit and photography a wonderful group. The sun was out but the temperature was low. I feel sorry at times when I am out side bundled up in 5 layers with gloves; I am asking people to sit on the freezing ground and look as if it were 70 degrees out. I think they did a pretty darn good job pulling it off. I didn’t hear one complaint!
I am loving the light in this pic!
i could have posted them all
Posted on December 7, 2009
Yep, I so wanted to post all the pictures from this session but didn’t think 40+ images would fit in one post. This family is beautiful!!!
They decided to get together and have a “family portrait” taken for their parents for Christmas. I so wish I could see the mom’s face on Christmas morning when she unwraps this present. As a mom, I think this is one of the best gifts that one could get. How thoughtful; taking the time out to get all the siblings together and making this happen. This will be a top gift for mom (and dad) for many years to come.
Not only are these kids cute they are super nice and down to earth. We had a bit of a walk during our session and it was fun to get to know them. If I had a chance, I would love to talk to their parents and ask them what their secret is; how do you raise kids to turn out this good?
a shoot with swings
Posted on December 2, 2009
I enjoy letting families play during our sessions. This puts everyone at ease and enables me to capture moments that only come out when people are relaxed. Elizabeth Park has a great playground and during the middle of our shoot we all headed over there to burn off some energy. Plus it was very cold out and it was nice to get the body worked up and produce some heat.
I basically spend the weekend with part of this family; did the main family on Saturday and then had another session with Katie on Sunday (those pictures will be posted soon). Great family + great energy = a very fun shot. With clients like the Nuessen’s it makes my job so easy!
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glitter shoes make me smile
Posted on November 27, 2009
Every girl wants to wear shoes that glitter, but once you hit 12, it’s just not as cute.
Thank goodness these little ones have a while till they hit 12! Cuteness x 3 (in the spring there will be 4). Yep, mama is expecting girl #4! This couple was so fun to work with. They had a smile on there face the whole time. I just wanted to be around them to learn their secret and hoped some of their energy would rub off on me.
Look as their little girls, so, so sweet. I can imagine what the scene in their home will be like in 10 years but I bet they wouldn’t have it any other way. Thanks Stephanie for letting me meet your wonderful family. I can’t wait to see the new family addition in the spring.
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pretty in pink . 9 months
Posted on October 23, 2009
This is one of my favorite families to work with. They have spunk, a carefree attitude and tons of smiles. Lucy and Madeline are super adorable. I love their bottom front teeth and intense blue eyes.
Pink is one of my favorite colors, I have boys, so pink is very limited at my home. I got my pink fill on this session. The shoes, shirt, hats and sweaters all in various shades of pink. My soul was happy to be working with this color. I walked away with a grin; I sure hope this family did as well.
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makes me want my own tutu
Posted on October 13, 2009
I did a mini session the other day with these two little ballerina’s. I spotted them when I was walking through the park and it put a smile on my face. It’s not every day that you see two of the sweetest girls in pink glittery tutu’s dancing around. I live in a house full of boys; there are no tutu’s in my future – unless I buy one for myself. But to be honest, who wants to see a 30 something lady in a pink tutu???
For now, I will let Page and Piper run around, dancing and giggling.
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sister time
Posted on September 29, 2009
Kara and I have been friends since high school. Its been great how our lives have stayed in sync all these years. Our kids are the same ages and they have been friends since the day they were born.
Kara asked me if I could take Alanna’s 3 year pictures. I had been waiting to use a few spots in Lynden so was very excited and counted down the days till it was time. Her girls are so cute, very well behaved and they love me! That combination works so well. I took way to many feet shots - but with those cute shoes how could I not! Train tracks, rats and chocolate chip cookies made this session memorable. Thanks ladies.
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one perfect family . the kelln’s
Posted on September 8, 2009
I have known the Kelln’s for over 10 years. They are some of the sweetest people you will ever meet. I feel very fortunate to be able to call Nancy and Ken friends.
I was super excited when Nancy wanted me to take some pictures of her and her two amazingly beautiful girls. Looking at these ladies made me want a sister. I have to older brothers that I adore, but there is something about a sisters bond that goes beyond words. At one point during the session, fun drinks were made. This little twist made for a more relaxed feeling and had me giddy with joy.
The best part, afterwards we sat back on their deck and enjoyed the final days of summer.
3 sisters . twilight session
Posted on August 25, 2009
I had the pleasure to work with these three gorgeous sisters (there was a 4th sister and she jumped in for a few as well). These ladies are stunning – they did not take one bad picture.
As we were talking I found out they are Twilight fans and anyone how knows me knows how crazyI am for Twilight. I literallyjumped up and down with delight when I found this information out. We discussed team Jacob and team Edward and headed into the woods for a more “Twilight” feeling.
Thank you Jackie, Vanecsa and Allie. You made this evening a blast and I hope when you make it back up to Washington that I get to see you again. New Moon will be out in November so we have a lot to discuss (go team Edward!).
Here are a few (ok, I posted A LOT but I couldn’t help it – it my business so I can post as many as I want) from the session.
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