Photo of the Day: Newborn Sneak Peak

I couldn’t wait to post this cute photo of Ellie & Annie during Annie’s newborn portraits yesterday. Little Annie, despite making her way into the world a few weeks early and only being a couple of weeks old, was determined to stay awake through the entire photo shoot! I can’t wait to share more photos with you tomorrow.

Annie gets sweet kisses from her big sister before she’s on the move again.

Baby Portraits | Colton Turns One!

Wednesday evening I had the opportunity to shoot Colton’s first birthday photos. The warmish weather & setting sun made for a perfect photo shoot. This is my first time doing portraits of a one-year-old. My tips for photographing babies or toddlers who are moving around a lot: shoot quick, be ready to improvise, bring their favorite toys, and keep an open mind.

Colton James
The balloon was a bit challenging, but it turned out to be a great prop
Birthday Boy
Colton’s favorite pass time is driving his car
As you can see, he loves his car
Still driving his car…

 

“Swing me again!”
“I’m so cute in my dress clothes. But I’m not too happy you took me out of my car.”
Warming up in his hat

Family Photos | Fab Five

Last weekend, despite the dreary and foggy weather, I had a great time photographing this family just in time for the holidays. I loved how laid back they were, just letting me capture a slice of their life while they got to be themselves.

Looking out over the creek.
Luchin was much happier once he got to stand on my ladder!
Sweet Luchin was apprehensive of the camera at first, but he warmed up quickly.
Happy New Year!
A quick moment alone.
The finish line of an important race.

 

Family Photos | Third Time’s a Charm

I had a great time at all three of the holiday portrait sessions I did over the last couple of weeks, but I definitely think there are some keepers from this family photo shoot! We went to the Rivermarket area of downtown Kansas City, which offers a wide variety of settings, from parks, to urban, to everything in between. And Sophia is one of the cutest, most mature babies I’ve ever met!

Kisses from Mommy & Daddy
Yeah…I know I’m cute…
The happy family outside a unique building in the Rivermarket
A one-on-one moment with Daddy
I love capturing those laughs
Sophia The Wise (with her parents)
A quick moment of adult time
Laughing with Mommy

Holiday Portrait Special

The leaves are turning, the weather is cooling off … it’s already time to start thinking about holiday portraits. If you like to send out holiday photo cards or have a family portrait tradition, check out my holiday portrait special. I’m offering Kansas City area family portrait sessions up to one hour for just $49. Included in the cost are five high-resolution images to print to your heart’s content. Or buy the entire CD for $39. Offer expires 10/31/12 and must be redeemed by 11/18/12. Please allow two weeks to receive final edited photos.

First 2012 Holiday Portrait Session