Family and Lifestyle shoots make my heart throb. I love capturing simplistic moments of life and love between families. I have a very organic approach…the sessions are very laid back. We will get to know each other…laugh…play games with the kids to keep their interest. One thing I hear frequently is that most husbands have fun during the shoot when they usually dread family photos..they comment how easy it is and laid back. The key to great family photos is documenting your interactions between each other…not trying to over- pose interaction. These sessions can be done at an outdoor location of choice or in home. In home is a great choice especially in the winter. With either location choice an activity always makes a great time and creative shots. Activities can include baking, reading, gardening, yard play , ice cream, bubbles….anything that shows your dynamic and keeps the kids and the hubby’s interest. I am also dabbling in lifestyle videography….a video is a beautiful way to document your family to watch later when the kids are grown and you are wishing them little again. You wont regret it. Ask for a quote.

The key to gorgeous photos of children is interaction, trust,and play. I have to get to know them…what they enjoy…then play and interact with them so they are at ease and I can record their best selves….The ones that you see every morning when they wake before they are tired and worn down. Lighting is best in the early evenings but I know children are best in the morning time. I am willing to do photos at either time but the edit on morning photos will be different than evening…a way to get both great light in your photos and happy kids is to schedule early evening but lay the kids down for a nap prior so they are fresh and happy. I will always try my very best to connect with children and try to earn their trust and friendship to get the best shots for you.

 Newborn and maternity photography is definitely my area close to my heart. Being a mother is my greatest privilege. I love love holding sweet babies and can relate to new mamas and dadas. These first few weeks with your little one are so incredibly amazing. I have very gentle/ patient approach and a regular session routine when it comes to these sweet babies. I do in your home lifestyle sessions which works great for new parents to keep things as easy as possible. Please do not worry about a well kept house..I want this to be as easy as possible for you and will move things around and rearrange as needed. I am most worried about a little natural light coming through the windows. I prefer a very sweet organic session to highlight the the simpleness and preciousness of a new baby. This is also why I prefer to wrap babies in soft fabrics or blankets as clothes can be very ill fitting and bulky. A full baby does best and the newer the baby the easier they are to pose and keep sleepy. I prefer newborns by 2 weeks to keep the session flowing easily. The earlier the better. I always have safety in mind and always wash my hands before handling your baby. If for any reason I have been around illness I will reschedule for the safety of your new baby. I do not have a time frame on newborn sessions as I am extremely patient and you never know how well baby will sleep. It can take 1 hour to get the appropriate shots to complete an album or it can take 3 hours…this all depends on baby. If it takes longer please do not worry I just want to give you the most beautiful shots possible and I will be patient until that happens. You are welcome to incorporate any items you have already planned to be in the photos that have sentimental value. I will bring along some wraps, headbands, small props, etc…If you have any additional questions please feel free to ask.