We're Having a Baby, My Baby & Me

{Aimee & John}

Maternity Session

These two had never had professional photographs taken of them before, not even at their wedding.  I had a huge responsibility for making sure I did everything I possibly could to make sure they got the very best.  So sweet, so simple is their love and with great expectations as they are welcoming their sweet little boy into this great big world.  Their gallery was filled with lots of candid images to that reflect their sweet love.

Them Baby Blues

{6 Month Milestone}

Petite Session

That's all I see are her eyes.  They shine don't they? More like sparkle or have that twinkle.  Now add the adorable little face and outfit and call it a day because when it all comes together like this I break out the happy dance.  Little E's session was at sunrise on Clearwater Beach at Pier 60.  It was nice to meet her sweet little family who are new to the Tampa Bay area.  I was thankful for the opportunity they gave me to capture this moment for them.  

Hanging with Mr. C

{Milestones}

Petite

Mom's roots lie here in Clearwater and when they came back for a family vacation she wanted to capture her childhood memories through the eyes of her sweet baby boy.  He was a gem, so easy and happy.  All he wanted to do was chase those seagulls around until he found the water and there was no way he was getting out.  Children are such a gift and a good reminder to allow yourself to have a childlike mind.  To let go, have fun, and do a lot of smiling at the simple joys.

That Sibling Bond

{Ella & Payton}

Petite Session

I spent two years getting to know these two.  We are connect by preschool and my little girl deems that she is besties with Ella.  I was so exceed when their mamma asked me to capture this moment, as you can see Ella and Payton have a special sibling bond.  There’s so much love, kindness, & silliness they share.  These times in our children’s life go by so quickly, its so important to capture it because when you blink that moment has gone and all you have left to remember is a sweet, sweet picture.

Those Big Blue Eyes

{6 Month Milestone}

Petite

I think these 6 month milestone sessions are one of my favorites to photograph.  All they want to do is sit and smile.  Hey, I'll take it all day long!  And this one was a bonus because of those baby blues. Just precious. Loved this little family.  Can't wait for him to come back and see me for his One Year & Smash Cake!

Cierra and her Son

{Mommy & Me}

Petite Session

Lets get right down to it, I love capturing emotion.  I think because it shows so much love in a picture.  I understand that you have to have that one great shot of everyone perfectly smiling at the camera but those candid moments are pretty special.  That's what Cierra wanted when she asked to have her little one and her photographed in these sweet special moments.  I was excited for the opportunity to do this for and the results were perfection.

#HASHTAGSWORK

{the Shaw family}

Family Portraits

I never knew the impact a hashtag could be until I met Courtney and her family.  She contacted me via email to schedule a family season while visiting Florida on vacation.  They live in Minnesota (like the opposite of Florida!)  It wasn't until mid way through the shoot that I learned she found me thorough instagram searching for Dunedin photographers.  I love that! And to top it off she requested to have a sunrise session done.  Which I was totally down for because it was my first one.  The colors in the sky were  beautiful shades of orange and pink.  Jack and Julia were great kids to work with too.  It made my job very easy.