I was lucky enough to work on this session with my friend, and extraordinary newborn photographer, Erin Tole. One newborn can be challenging, but two is often very challenging for just one person, so it was nice to have an extra set of hands to help- and I couldn’t think of anyone better to have by my side.

It was a dream session- literally! Brooklynn and Madelynn were the sleepiest baby models for us, and I’m so happy with how the images turned out!

I got together again with one of my bestest friends and partners in creative-crime, Jessica, and we shot her son Emerson for his 2nd Birthday!

His theme this year was “Carnival”, so we thought that Oaks Park would be the perfect location to get some fun, colorful photos to use for his invite and party products. We picked an evening in the late summer/early fall, and shot this entire session in about 45 minutes. Emerson has always been super easy to photograph, ever since the first time I shot him at his 1 year session – which we shot start-to-finish in under 30 minutes! We are kind of a dream team if I do say so myself! It also helps that he’s just sweet to the camera, and to me, the little flirt

Looking over these images makes me even more excited for the summer and sunshine! I love how the warm sun played into his images and add that extra “happy” to them.  How can you not want to just smooch him?!

I ended up shooting his AMAZING carnival Birthday Party, which I will blog about soon… but for now, here is a sneak peek!

When they decided to do my “Baby’s First Year” plan, I was ecstatic because that meant that we would be able to build and grow our friendship even more! Lexie has the BEST ideas!! She went all out for Emerson’s 6 month session and got some super adorable outfits. It totally paid off, as you can see!

I, personally, am a huge fan of that adorable red swimsuit and matching cap by Janie + Jack, and the adorable flower headband by the very lovely Sew Whimsey!

I cannot wait for one year cake smashing fun with you guys!!! <3 Thank you for being so so wonderful!

Not only do they use the highest quality fabrics and materials, but everything is made from hand, with love, and with great attention to detail! Whether you’re looking for a girl, a boy, or both, you will always find something perfectly adorable in this line. I have given many of my expecting friends Minnie + Lola products, and I hear nothing but raves about them!

I recently met up with my good friend, the owner of Minnie + Lola to take some photos of her new adorable gift packaging! The fashionable and functional suitcase carrier makes giving the gift effortless and eye-catching. Everyone will want to know “where on Earth did you get that adorable suitcase?!”, and the kids will keep it to play with. Smart and eco-friendly! Are these not to-die-for??

Lisa has an online boutique where you can order your choice of bibs, burp rags, hair clips, wipe totes, waterproof bags, and my personal favorite- blankets! She chooses the most adorable modern fabrics and pairs them with bright, fun colors to make these exciting for any child to receive!

Make sure to add Minnie + Lola on Facebook to keep up with all of the latest and greatest!

And one shot of Lisa’s beautiful daughter Violet, just because she’s too cute not to post!

here is her sneak peek pic

We met up at an old abandoned-looking barn. It was freezing that day, but we lucked out with no rain, a happy almost-one-year-old, and we shot everything in about 20 minutes. One of the fastest child sessions I have ever done, and I am SO pleased with how the images turned out!

Emerson is a happy baby. He has big bright blue eyes, and a smile that is completely contagious. Jessica made sure that he was dressed to impress (adorable polka dot tie and all!).

You can read a bit more about Emerson’s beautiful party invitations here, but here are some of my favorite photos we snapped that day.

How cute is he!?! Seriously, I could just eat him up!! Jessica brought all of those props, when we met at the location, she said “I just brought a few things, so hopefully they will work”, then she opens her trunk and I see that huge white chest… I think my heart stopped! And it got better and better with the suitcase, tie, and books!

And then, up went the blue backdrop,off came the clothes, and out came the cake!

I don’t think he minded the cold for the few minutes we had him out there… he was MUCH too involved in demolishing that adorable cake!

Happy first birthday Em!!! You are such a handsome boy, and I feel so lucky to have met you and your family!!! I can’t wait to take more pictures of you guys!

For more fabulous photos of Emerson, and to check out how his party turned out, head on over to Jessica’s blog and see all of the fun that they had!

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It has been a long while since I have shot a newborn baby girl, so when Stephanie called me and set up a session for her new bundle of joy, I was super excited!!

Sydney was a great sport, I’m really happy with the images that we got from her session. I just love how cute her room is, (Great job Stephanie & Scott!) The green is such a pretty color! Sydney was just 9 days old in these photos, congratulations Stephanie and Scott, on your new addition!

Here are a few of my favorites from their session, let me know what you think.

I’m trying out a new slideshow program, let me know what you think!

It took us over 2 hours to get him fast asleep (one of the biggest keys to newborn photography is LOTS of patience), but it was well worth it. I’m really trying to be more creative with my newborn shoots, and really take my time and get the best shots possible for my clients! I just adore how this one turned out (and the little boy who’s in it!)

Many more to come soon

I met these two darling’s mother Jenn back when we were both working in cosmetics, and I was still in school for graphic design. She was just starting her very own business- a cute, funky-fresh retro themed line of baby apparel, bibs, burp & bum rags, and blankets: Pearly Grey. (Fun Fact Alert!: she was my first “client” for design! I created her logo, hehe) Check out her site and if you know anyone who’s expecting, she makes these awesome little Hospital Take-Out kits that are completely adorable (they even come in a Chinese-style take-out box!)!! I just gave one as a gift at a baby shower I attended, and you should have heard the “oohs” and “aaaahs” it got. Total win.

Jenn and her family are just beautiful. She is such a wonderful person, and her kids are to-die-for gorgeous!!! So of course, when she said she wanted to do newborn photos for her newest addition, little Liam, I was more than excited!!! It’s always fun to work with other artists, and Jen is just so laid back in general, I knew we would get some really great photos!

A lot of people ask me where I shoot, if I have a studio, bring props, etc. I am an on-location natural light photographer. That means that I show up with my camera, a few basic essentials, and my talents. One of the most important things to me is to capture people’s genuine self, which means capturing them in their own element, with things that are special or important to them. When I showed up to Jenn’s house, I was more than thrilled to walk into her completely adorable kitchen!!! These photos were shot in her kitchen right next to a sliding glass door. All natural light. Of course, she has a completely adorable kitchen, I mean, look at the wall color!!! And not to mention the black and white tile floor… my mind is spinning with all of the possibilities that I didn’t take advantage of… well, we’ll just have to do another shoot This woman has got style!!

Now, onto the photos! Welcome to the world little Liam Vincent You are perfect in every sense of the word.

Liam’s older sister Jane Pearl was such a perfect little model for me too! She wanted so badly to be a part of the whole shoot, and I couldn’t have asked for a more cooperative little model. Isn’t she completely gorgeous!? I can hardly believe she’s just 5 years old…

And she just loves being a big sister You can tell she takes so much pride in it. Little Liam, you are in good hands!

These next shots are probably my favorites from the entire shoot. Completely beautiful <3 There were too many good ones. Just look at how peaceful little Liam looks in her arms

Another cute shot of Jane I can’t help it, if only all 5 year olds were this excited to have their photo taken! haha.

Check out those little lips

A few of my faves with mommy, of course!!

I just love his expression in this one, it’s like he’s saying “awww come on mom! geez…” haha, I just had to post it!

And we just had to get a couple of product shots in there for Jenn to use to promote her business!

And of course, the adorable chair shot! (I know, I posted it in the sneak peek, but I just can’t help but post it again I love it so much!)

Thank you Jenn, for being so great, and for choosing me to take Liam’s first photos I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!

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