Category Archives: family sessions

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Hello in Tennessee {Springfield Baby Photographer}

February 20, 2010 – 12:46 pm

Recently, I was working on a few storyboards for baby Kirsten’s family.  You may remember her from her newborn session.

I realized that I never shared Kirsten’s 3 month session.  It’s hard to believe but this session was less than three weeks before Emiana would arrive. 

Kirsten’s aunt and cousin were visiting and were able to be a part of this session as well.

Kirsten’s parents, Scott and Mageveny, actually moved their family to Tennessee last week.  However, Tennessee is just a stop along the way as they work towards a new chapter in their lives working with students overseas.   We’ll be thinking and praying for you as you venture out on a new journey.

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Honored by Session with Tulsa Family {Springfield Children’s Photographer}

November 16, 2009 – 4:24 pm

I can hardly even describe how excited I was when Michelle, the momma of these lovely children, contacted me about a session.  This family lives in Tulsa and she had been following my blog and said she just loved my style.  Needless to say, I felt pretty honored when she arranged for a session, with me, in Springfield.  In addition, her children were small the last time they had a session together.

I was feeling the pressure on the morning of the session and hoping to give this family some wonderful photographs of the siblings together.  It was a chilly morning but these kids were troopers and we had a great time together.  I knew before I left the session that the shots we captured were something this family could cherish for a long time. 

Erica, Clayton, and Spencer-thanks for being such great troopers and Michelle-thanks for making me feel so honored.  You have gorgeous children inside and out!

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Now that Fall has arrived…{Springfield Family Photographer}

September 29, 2009 – 4:45 pm

I have to share a few photographs from a summer session that I never had a chance to show on the blog.  This Summer I had the opportunity to meet with the 9 grandkids of the W family at the Jordan Valley Fountains for a “beach party” themed session.  Last year around the same time, I met with the family for a “cowboy” themed session.  Since then, a new grandson has joined the gang and the kids have grown so much.  It is great fun to compare photographs of kids from year to year as they grow so fast. 

  

As you can imagine, photographing nine grandchildren together can take a little extra time and patience from everyone involved.  However, these kids are incredible and I thoroughly enjoy my time with them.  So, a special thanks to my child wranglers for the day and I look forward to discussing and planning for next year’s theme.

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Generations of Family. Together.{Springfield Family Photographer}

September 17, 2009 – 1:14 pm

I’ve known Doug and Stacey for several years so I was honored when they chose me to capture their family photographs this year.  The photographs from this session will be cherished by many as both the maternal and paternal grandparents joined us.  I know it can be challenging for families to arrange their schedules and make travel arrangements.  However, I love the thought of Doug and Stacey’s girls, and many generations yet to come, enjoying these photographs.

After rescheduling once due to rainy weather, the weather turned out perfectly and the gardens at Nathanael Green Park were in full bloom.

I also wanted to share one of the storyboards created for this session.  Storyboards usually feature three or more photographs combined on one print, in this instance a 10×20.

I can’t leave this post without a special Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. McCown who are celebrating their golden 50th wedding anniversary.  Many families never have the privilege to celebrate fifty years together so here’s wishing you many more wonderful years to come.

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Blue eyes & sweet cheeks at 3 months {Springfield Baby Photographer}

August 29, 2009 – 11:05 am

Time has flown since baby Connor’s newborn session and so, in July, we arranged to meet at the park for his 3 month session and some family pics.  It’s always amazing to me how much little ones change so quickly.  Although, Connor wasn’t feeling particularly smiley this day, I love the variety of facial expressions he had for us.     

Connor is one of two babies chosen in the 2009 Captured by Sarah Newborn Casting Call.  His portraits, sporting those gorgeous blue eyes and sweet cheeks, will be featured in my promotional items throughout his first year.  All of his 3 month pictures can be viewed in the 3 month_C gallery.  

A special congratulations to Connor’s Mommy and Daddy who just purchased their first house.  Connor is sure to love his new nursery, the space to play and explore, and especially your love that will make it a home!

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Spring in the Park {Springfield Family Photographer}

May 12, 2009 – 12:25 pm

Spring is a wonderful time for family pictures.  Although this gorgeous family had to reschedule twice and it was a wee bit windy on the day of the session, the outcome was worth all the effort.   

Mom was concerned about Jace, who is all 2 year-old boy but I think we worked it out alright. 

Jaden, who will be celebrating her 6th birthday soon, knew how to work the cheese but I think we captured a few real smiles, too.

I love the Springy colors that Amanda chose to use for their session but in the end I think the black and white below ended up being my favorite family picture.

Joe and Amanda, thanks for traveling to Springfield to allow me to capture your family together.  To see all the catches from this session go to the Springy Fam in the Park Gallery.

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More than a little Bias, but I think you’ll agree

December 4, 2008 – 11:05 pm

So, I know I’m more than a little a bias, but I think you’ll agree that this is one adorable face!  Last weekend I had the privilege of photographing my brother-in-law, Eric and his gorgeous wife, Brooke with our nephew Seth.  Our session took place in Skiatook, Oklahoma so a special “Hello!” to the Okies today.

With parents like this, it’s pretty easy to understand why Seth is so charming with those blue eyes and contagious smile.  And check out this face…

And a little editing fun.  A unique Christmas ornament created just for this special family.

I always have a wonderful time photographing family and of course my hubby doesn’t complain when he gets to help with this little guy.  The only complaint on our part is that it doesn’t happen often enough!

 

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An award they’d rather NOT win

November 24, 2008 – 3:18 pm

Although you probably can not tell by looking at the photographs, the A family won an award they probably would rather give back, the coldest session of the season.  On the morning of our session, the windchill was in the 20s.  However, it’s not that easy to arrange the schedules of 3 generations so we decided to tough it out rather than reschedule.  With that being said, these guys were all troopers.  We tried to image that we were experiencing balmy ocean breezes, laughing, huddling close, and just about anything to look warm and happy.  Let the family tree begin…

Steve& Brenda had two sons.  And the family grew.

Steven&LeeAnn and Family

Scott&Kimala and Family

Thanks for being such great troopers.

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Fall Leaves and a Family Tree

November 12, 2008 – 4:34 pm

This gorgeous couple had two sons…

And these two sons each branched out, married, and had their own children…

And now Grandma and Grandpa get to enjoy six wonderful grandchildren (who like to be on the go)…

What a joyous adventure when everyone is together…

A special note to everyone is the S Family: Thank you for making my job such a joy.  It was wonderful to spend time with your family and watch all the interactions which show the connections you have with each other. 

See everything we captured in the 3 Generations S Family Gallery.

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Patient Clients and a B Fam of 4 Sneak Peek

November 6, 2008 – 6:21 pm

This time of year is really two-sided for photographers, business is great but there are very long days and not many spare moments.  So, a special thanks to all my clients who are patiently awaiting their sneak peeks and galleries.  So, the first of many wonderful family sessions yet to come.

This early morning session was sandwiched into the B Family’s busy schedule but it was well worth the effort.  Great job, Kathy on the coordination and coloring of your family’s attire.  And as expected, this session was full of smiles and laughs and I even had a little lesson in tree identification.  It’s amazing how I learn something new at every session.

And finally a few candid shots, which are always my favorites.

Kathy and Gary, thanks for bringing your family out.  Hope the last soccer game of the season was a success.  See all the photographs of this fabulous Fall family session in the B4Family Gallery.

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