Katie's Baby Bump

Can we just talk about how gorgeous Katie looks! I mean, wow- she is literally radiant.  And of course Frank looks great too ;) I met up with Katie and Frank at Booth Park in Birmingham to snap a few pictures of their family of two- soon to be three! It was a gorgeous evening and we enjoyed wondering through the park and chatting.  After shoots like this I always get in my car and think to myself, 'yup I have the best job ever.'  Congratulations, you two! Looking forward to meeting your little lady when she arrives! 

Jack + Kathleen

Seriously this engagement session . . . perfection.  Kathleen, Jack and I all went to college together and it was so fun to see them again.  I am so thankful for our little college and the bond between all of the Albion alumni.  But anyways, back to these pictures.  Kathleen picked downtown Dexter for their shoot and I am so glad she did! I had never been, and we were lucky enough to get a perfect evening to explore.  It was one of those locations with great flowers and scenic trails, but was also close to the downtown area for a few urban photographs which gave their shoot some nice variety.

Kathleen and Jack were so comfortable with each other the entire time.  I loved watching them interact from behind the camera and seeing how sensitive and sweet Jack was to Kathleen. True love! I am already looking forward to photographing their wedding in Ann Arbor next summer.  Happy planning, you two!

McDonald Family

I just love when I get to see the McDonald family. They were one of my first clients when I had this idea to start my own photography business back in college and they have been such amazing supporters of my business ever since.  I cannot thank them enough for all of the kind words, shared Facebook posts and silly photo shoots at the park over the years.  We always have the best time together and their little girls make my job so much fun. Thank you, thank you, thank you, McDonald Family!

 

Kiafoulis Family

I know it sounds like I am a broken record, but my favorite part of this job is getting to see families every year. I love to see how their kids have grown, chat about their newest hobbies and sports and just catch up with clients who seem to become friends over the years.  The Kiafoulis family is one of those clients. Each year we meet for their shoot and it feels more like chatting with old friends than work.  And it sure doesn't hurt that their family is stunning- makes my job so easy!  So great to see you all, Kiafoulis family!

Baby Brody

I met sweet little Brody for his newborn photographs when he was just over a week old.  He was wide awake for most of the shoot, but was so good. I don't think I heard him cry one time the whole afternoon! I love those big, baby eyes in most of his photos. And once he did fall into a little nap we were able to snap a few sleepy photographs, too. Enjoy, Hall family! 

Van Proeyen Family

The Van Proeyen family e-mailed me a month or so ago to set up their mini session.  They mentioned we had worked together in the past, but I simply couldn't put a face to the name.  Once I saw them at the park I immediately remembered splashing in the river with them a few years ago when their girls were toddlers- now they were just that, little girls! We got so lucky with the lighting, it was that perfect time of the evening when the sun shines through the trees just so, casting gorgeous rays down on everything. I hope you love these images as much as I do, Van Proeyen family!

Baby Jake + Family

When I met up with the Brown family last summer for a shoot they asked me to keep a big secret. They wanted to photograph their son in a 'big bro' shirt, but no one knew they were expecting yet! They used the photographs to share the news with family and friends, and now the newest member of their family is here. It was such a privilege to meet Jake and see Owen interact with his new baby brother. And since the family has a thing for vintage cars we had to end the shoot with baby Jake in his very own Corvette. This guy is already too cool for his own good!