Beautiful Baby Ella

Before our wedding while in Lake Tahoe I carved out some time to spend with beautiful baby Ella. She is so adorable and was such a natural. Here is a glimpse of our session...
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Baby Luciana

Here is a glimpse of baby Luciana's first photo shoot...

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A Tea Party...

A tea party, little dresses and bows is what filled my session with these adorable girls. We enjoyed the beautiful weather and all the things that make little girls so special. Though they didn't sit still for long, it was wonderful to enjoy their spirit and imagination for an afternoon!

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Victoria & Maya

Photographing Victoria and Maya at their home in the Moorings of Islamorada was simply a pleasure. Maya is adorable, adventurous, fun and like her mother has an incredible smile. It is always wonderful to see Arthur, who truly looks more like a bear than a dog in these images. Maya and Arthur have a beautiful and unique relationship, and it is something special to witness. I could have spent all day chasing Maya around their beautiful property, until next time...
I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving and are surrounded by those you love. Enjoy!

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The Frey Family

Well, I just couldn't wait 'til Monday to post this session with the Frey family, so here it is! I had such a blast with Jack and his wonderful parents shooting this session.... Jack is nearing two years old and they are expecting a baby girl in February! I have known Jack for almost a year now and his is such an adorable, happy baby. He had a great time running all over the beach (though he is still not 100% sure that one can really run or walk quickly in beach sand). We had such gorgeous weather and I can't wait to take pictures when Jack's new little sister arrives...

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I'm pretty sure he could negotiate world peace with that face...
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and yes, Jack is wearing True Religion jeans... so cute!

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It's Friday and things are looking up!

Have a great weekend!

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Little Connor & Co..

Last week I headed down to the Moorings (my favorite!) to shoot a former bride and groom, Alison and Rick, and their little pile of love, Connor. You may remember Connor, as I shot him when he was only a week old, which you can see here. He has already gotten sooo much bigger and even cuter, (who knew that was possible!!). It was a bittersweet portrait session as Alison, Rick and Connor were moving to Missouri the next day.... Though I will miss seeing them each time I am in the keys, I am very excited for them as they move their new family to a new place and a new home. I can't wait to watch and document as their family continues to grow. Congrats on the big move! We'll miss you!

Here is Alison and Kari with another pile of love, Arthur. Arthur is quite famous at the Moorings and though he has grown older and lost function of his hind legs, he continues to swims daily in the ocean and even walks the property with the help of a doggy wheelchair. He has a special place in so many people's hearts.
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The happy family.
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Love the shot on the left.. I think they were supposed to kiss and ended there... Connor was obviously bored with the portraits.
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The boys
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And a little holiday cheer...
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Boys will be boys...

Here is a glimpse from a family session last week in California. My favorite shots are them just doing what boys do best, being boys...

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Baby Connor

Yesterday I got to spend some time with my of my favorite couples ever, Alison & Rick and their two week old baby boy Connor. He is so tiny, adorable and sweet. I am so happy for Alison and Rick. They are going to be such wonderful parents, I can't wait to see what's in store for them!

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I brought Conner a little present, just a little hint about possible future occupations...
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And because I couldn't resist, here are the proud parents on their wedding day about a year and a half ago...
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Congrats!
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The Frischhertz Family

Monday I spent a wonderful afternoon with the Frischhertz family. The rambunctious boys were super fun and had a blast running down the beach and trying to get as dirty as possible... boys will be boys! Check out these adorable faces!

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Perfect outfits!
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What hams!
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The Forzani's...

One of my brides and good friend Ashlee (who is getting married in September) gave her sister and maid of honor, Jennie a portrait session with me for all of her hard wedding work. So sweet! Jennie and her husband Peter have two adorable children. We shot at their home in Nevada while I was there and had a great time exploring their fields. I can’t wait to see these two rugrats all dressed up at the wedding!!

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Baby Alicia

It is the most amazing thing to photograph someone’s wedding, be there on their most important day, then see them start a family. Ani and Xavier were married in February of 2008 and 6 months ago brought Alicia into the world. Here is an image from their wedding in 2008.....

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And here is their little bundle of joy! Congrats!

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Little Reese

Over the summer I shot belly photos of my cousin Sara, and since have been waiting to meet her baby. In September, little Reese Ann was born and while in Nevada I finally got a chance to meet her. She is so cute, super tall, lanky, and is going to be my flower girl for my wedding next summer! It was so great to hang out with Reese and her mom and dad, I can’t wait to get them all to Florida!

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Cambry and her little ones...

Cambry asked me to shoot her and her two little ones, Amelie and Kai. After the shoot Cambry told me she was feeling bummed because the shoot hadn’t gone as she expected, Kai running all over the beach and digging in the sand furiously, Amelie a little moody and sometimes resistant. Then she commented on how we captured her TRUE relationships with her kids, and the real spirit of her family.
My hope with any portrait session, whether it be kids, engagement, or wedding is to capture the connections between people and the true emotions that surround them.
While Cambry for a moment my have hoped that they both had sat quietly, folded their hands, and said cheese, I know she’ll see that this is so much better...

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Jack turns 1!

On Saturday Jack turned 1. Before heading to Liz and Steve's Wedding (coming soon!) I stopped by to see the birthday boy... 1-1
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The youngest guest, 2 week old Anna with sister Emma.
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Little T

One of my neighbors, little Tommy, is looking to break into modeling. I think he'll have no trouble, what do you think??
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The Rolle Family Portrait Session

The Rolle Family lives in Texas but came into town for a wedding, and while they were here decided to do some portraits. They are such a beautiful family, I could have taken their photographs all day! Jasmine, Raven, and Roman (their children.. I love their names!) were adorable and even little Roman was such a trooper (with some help from Ironman bribes!Happy). We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day or sunset. It was such a pleasure to meet you all, come back soon!

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Baby Luca

Among us girls we have also had little Luca staying with us. He is Aria's baby, and is the happiest little baby I have ever met. He can't stop cracking up all day. He has been an amazing sport trekking around Mexico, and takes it all in stride. This morning we were playing a little peek-a-boo with the camera, so funny! He will be a ringbearer on Saturday, gonna be so cute!

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The Kapit Family Portraits

The Kapits keep their horse Tanner at the same farm that I board my horse Link at, Grassy Ridge Farm. We shot at the farm, and between the kids and horse, we had lots of excitement! Here is a bit of the day..

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