Journal

Introducing Nadine! Dallas Newborn Photographer

2012-02-21T17:18:51Z

At just five-days-old, Nadine let me take her photo, barely making a peep the entire session. She curled and smirked and slept and stared, the daintiest little lady. Her parents are enchanted, and so is her uncle and his lady. How could you not be? She is precious newborn perfection, and I was so thankful to meet her and capture photographs of her brand new self. I'm excited to share this sneak peek and cannot wait to finish the full gallery for her incredible parents. What a gift to celebrate a newborn life! Nadine is a treasure. Here she is...

The C Triplets Dedication, Dallas Family Photographer

2012-02-18T22:34:20Z

Last Sunday morning, the C family gathered at Irving Bible Church to have their little ones dedicated. It was a sweet morning with relatives galore. It's hard to believe these three are almost a year old! I loved getting to capture a few shots of the dedication taking place and a few more after the service. The babies were starting to get tired when we wrapped up, so I'm excited that I'll get to see them again very soon to do some one-year photos. In the meantime, here's a little sneak peek of their dedication images...

And who can resist a pint-sized crawler in a tutu?!?

Claire is 2! Dallas Children's Photographer

2012-02-14T19:56:51Z

The days when I get to photograph little ones who I've been photographing since they were born put the biggest smile on my face. Watching a newborn grow into a pudgy baby who becomes a tenative walker turned full-on toddler is exactly why I love what I do. Life moves at such a fast pace, and passing moments equal stacks of photographs that document a child becoming who she was made to be. Claire is a firecracker, full of curiousity and light, ready to take life by the horns and leave a beautifully lasting mark on the world. Happy birthday, little miss! I love seeing you grow.

A 6th Birthday Princess Tea Party Meets Fashion Show Celebration, Dallas Children's Photographer

2012-02-14T02:49:33Z

Six important observations about celebrating the 6th birthday of this very little lady who is much loved by me and my family.

1. Costumes are essential. Have princess dresses and accessories ready to go.

2. The birthday girl's wardrobe changes emphasize her flair for all things fashion and fabulous.

3. Friends who know how to bring laughter, dance moves and general silliness totally make the party.

4. The birthday girl really is growing up, and it must be accepeted and celebrated. (And yes, she was the cutest, sweetest baby any of us ever knew. Seriously.)

5. Tea! And Cake! (Plus maybe, just maybe adult beverages for the grown-ups)! And waiting to open presents till after the guests leave... these things make a party go oh-so-smoothly.

6. The birthday girl enjoyed the trappings of her birthday party, but really, what every kid wants more than stuff is to be celebrated, affirmed and called out. She wants to be loved. I think this little birthday shindig communicated just that to one very loved little lady. I'm so grateful to have been a part of it.

So Alive! Dallas Family Photographer

2012-02-06T19:07:39Z

This beautiful family will welcome their newest member in a few short weeks, so we got together to capture a few images as a family of three. Miss S is not quite two, and she is full of life and laughter, joy and independence. We had some unseasonably warm sunny weather, which was perfect for celebrating life as it is now. I can't wait to see them again to welcome their sweet baby boy. This sneak peek makes me smile.

PACC Elite Team Sponsor Day, Dallas Lifestyle Photography

2012-02-02T00:15:01Z

I spent Saturday afternoon with Plano Athletic Cycling Club's Elite Team, visiting a couple of their sponsors, the North Texas Food Bank and Plano Cycling & Fitness. The guys volunteered for a few hours at the food bank before we headed to the bike shop, and it was a great experience. We grabbed a few headshots at the end, but I hope to get some shots of the guys in action later in the year. You can follow the team on Facebook and on their blog.

The J Family, Dallas Family Photographer

2012-01-30T22:23:30Z

Wrapping up January with the J family, friends for 20+ years, which makes me feel both old and thankful. Seeing girlfriends I grew up with with little ones of their own puts a huge smile on my face, and getting to photograph them with their whole family when everyone is in town at the same time is such an honor. I love the connection between siblings and cousins, and I'm excited to see how this crew continues to grow and change. Here's your sneak peek, J family. Can't wait to show the full set of proofs!

I Love Little Lady L, Dallas Baby Photographer

2012-01-27T02:57:04Z

It's amazing to watch a little one grow up, and this little lady is close to my heart, belonging to a dear friend of mine. Last time I saw her was when she was born, as Washington is her home and a bit far from DFW. That said, we hit it off right from the get-go. Snow and freezing weather kept us indoors for basically my entire trip, so I don't have any outdoor winter photos to show. Though those photos are missing from the set, I was pleased to come home to a mix of photos that represent L's personality quite well. I can hear her little voice chirping when I look at these. I cannot wait to see her again in the summer when her baby brother joins the family.

We only managed a handful of family shots at the airport just before I left, but don't they look ready for a baby boy?

The Happiest Baby I Know, Dallas Family Photographer

2012-01-20T22:02:46Z

Let's talk about this session for a minute. One of my best friends had a baby a few months ago, but she lives in Taiwan, so I didn't get to meet him until a few weeks ago when they came home for a visit. Let me just say this little guy had me at hello. He is all smiles and laughs, and even when he's sleepy or hungry, he's low-key about it. And he's stinkin' cute, the perfect addition to transform a couple into a family. I loved doing these photos and hope we manage a few more before they head home. Because, really, when you meet the happiest baby in the world, why wouldn't you want to take his photo?

My Brother is Getting Married! Dallas Wedding Photographer

2012-01-11T03:05:48Z

It's my brother's birthday today, so I thought it would be a good day to post his engagement photos, taken in Fort Worth last week. This is the second round of engagement photos, as we did their first set out-of-town. Jay's in the Air Force, so Kendall wanted some photos around her home town, as she'll be moving once they get married in June. These two laugh a lot and are so at ease together that you can't help but have a blast every time you're with them. Every time. I'm so excited for their wedding and am excited to share this sneak peek. Happy birthday, Jaybo!