Tag Archives: Family

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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Family of 3+, Part II: Sweeping Hills and Belly Beauty

October 31, 2008 – 5:43 pm

These gorgeous photographs do not need a lot of explanation.  I’ve had these photographs in mind for a long time.  Thank you, Amy for allowing me to share my vision with you and your family.  The feel of the photographs fit your pioneer woman spirit well.

If you are expecting or know someone who is, I’d love to shot more maternity sessions in natural settings such as this locale at Wilson’s Creek.  The best time for this type of photography is 6-10 weeks before the baby’s expected arrival.  View all the photographs from this session Tyndall Family 3+ Gallery.

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Family of 3+

October 31, 2008 – 5:22 pm

I’ve been so anxious to showcase these photographs on my site.  It is such an exciting time in the life of the Tyndall family, as this gorgeous family will be welcoming a new baby boy in the next few weeks.  You can read more about the daily adventures of life with a toddler, while expecting, on Amy’s Garden.  So without further ado…

This beautiful little lady is going to be such a great big sister.  As with any two year-old, these quiet moments with Mommy are few and far between so I’m so glad we captured this one.

There is no doubt that Lydia looks like her handsome Daddy.  Look at those identical big brown eyes and smiles.  Now the question that remains to be answered, will baby Luke resemble his handsome Daddy or his gorgeous Mommy?

Keith and Amy are dear friends and great parents and we are so excited for them.  Although I’m sure it will return to her finger soon after Luke’s birth, Amy’s wedding ring is currently featured as a necklace.  And so the inspiration for this photographic duo.

To view all photographs from this session, visit the Tyndall Family 3+ Gallery.

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Party of Five and a magic wand

October 16, 2008 – 9:25 am

There are times when a magical wand would come in handy.  When this handsome Bolivar party of five arrived at the park for their session, Alyssa, Taylor, &Daniel each had their own thing in mind and it wasn’t necessarily the same thing!  So poof out comes the magic wand…Okay, not quite.  After trying all types of tricks, the result was a few great family pictures, some comedic relief, and a session the family won’t forget any time soon. 

“If we all do our own thing, maybe Sarah will use the magic wand.”

That’s better!

The next two are my favorites.  I love the candidness.  See all the photographs in the Party of Five Gallery and decide which ones are your favs.

Matt& Annette, Thanks for sticking with me.  Hopefully, you’ll have selective memory and you’ll remember only the good things especially these great photographs of all of you together.   Then, surely it won’t really be forever before you have pictures again.

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Opportunity NOT missed

October 14, 2008 – 9:58 pm

There were several things that stood out to me about the S Family’s Fall session at Ritter Springs park.  I’ve known Barb &Sam for several years and have always been impressed by the way they interact with their three children.  What stood out to me about this session were all of their smiles, laughs, and their great use of color.  We had a great time hiking all over this park taking some traditional and NOT so traditional family photographs.  However, none of these things left the same impression on me as the fact that this family did something many families miss out on. They did NOT miss an opportunity that will not happen again.  Derrik, Barb&Sam’s eldest son, is a high school Senior this year and they wanted to make sure they had family photographs together to remember this important time in their lives.

more traditional family photos

NOT so traditional

If you live in the area and have never had the opportunity to explore Ritter Springs, now is the perfect time of year for it.  Visit the Ritter Springs Fam Gallery to see what other areas of the park we explored and stay tuned for more of Derrik’s Senior ’09 photographs.  More importantly, take an opportunity today to do something that you’ve been waiting to do, whether that is scheduling your family photographs, making a phone call, or taking some time for yourself because time is passing faster than we think.

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Family session answers frequent questions

October 14, 2008 – 9:07 pm

I’m most frequently asked “What should we wear?” and “What location do you suggest?”  When I met the B Family at Nathanael Greene park for an early morning session, they looked great and I knew they would exemplify the answer to these two questions.  It had been many years since this family had been photographed together and never in a custom photography situation.  So, the pressure was on for these to be great.  I hope they enjoy…

One of the many reasons that I love this park is because of the smorgsaboard of scenery it offers, including a more urban look with the tracks and bridges.  Although it was a little sunny and Kati (8) was concerned that we were breaking the rules, the resulting photographs added variety to the session. 

I knew one of Jami and Josh’s concerns before the session was if I would be able to capture any great shots of Kevin (7) who tends to be a little too cheesy.  Well, he provided me with several good laughs but in the end it worked out wonderfully.  A laughing photographer leads to camera blur but enjoying my job is worth the time needed for a few extra shots.

Of course, this park is best known for its beautiful gardens of all sorts.  This area in the hosta garden offers a gorgeous natural backdrop at all times of the day.  I love how  the flowers in the corner pop with the family’s coordinating brown and orange color scheme.  Don’t miss the opportunity to smile (and perhaps giggle a little) while viewing the many more photographs from this session.  This family is also featured on C3 Card Design #10: Tidings, see this designer and nine others being offered this year here.

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