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02.22.12Children/Families First Breath

2 012 is going to be such an exciting year for us! As I look on our calendar, we have so much to be grateful for--for the families who trust us with documenting their children to the brides who trust us with one of the most important days of their life. We are grateful for your trust. We really are! As I look through the calendar--I can't help but be REALLY REALLY excited about spring. What has me so excited? We have the opportunity to photograph the birth of some very special babies! I believe photographing births has quickly become both dad and my favorite event to document. Birth photography is real and it is emotional. There aren't any opportunities for posed photographs with trendy props. Instead, opportunities abound for photographing real and honest human emotion. And THAT makes us super excited. No hair....no makeup...no photographs of a dress on a hanger...no shoes sitting in a window. Nope. Just the miracle of life's first breath--captured and preserved in photographs. You know--several things can be said about photographing a birth. But what really struck me was this...there is only one first breath of life...there is only one first moment of life. It is the moment that absolutely takes your breath away and the moment that you fall in love. Ahhhhh and those are moments that I love to document. It is the miracle of life--and it is humbling to be able to experience it behind the lens. So...bring on the babies! But until then--you can take a look at one of my favorite birth sessions from last year...the birth story of Ms. Piper June.

"For You formed my inward parts; You wove me together in my mother's womb. I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; wonderful are Your works, and my soul knows it very well." Psalm 139:13-14

02.18.12Children/Families The Stallard Family

M y good buddy Tom introduced me to the Stallard family and I'm so glad he did. They are some of the finest people I have ever met. It seems that everyone Tom introduces me to are really good folk, must be something in the water over in Mocksville! Carolyn and Lee have worked hard their entire life and are now entering into blessed retirement although I must say that watching them work around their farm didn't resemble the idea I have of retirement. They invited Tom and I to share a very special day with them... a family get together. We spent almost the entire day photographing the event. We had a wonderful time. I wish I lived closer to Tom as he's a good friend and an outstanding photographer. Here are a few of my favorite photos from the day.

01.26.12Children/Families Avery

I t seems like yesterday I was posting 2010 photos of Avery. It still remains one of the highlights of my year to spend a couple of hours with Avery and her mom. She's growing so fast and quickly becoming a young lady. Thanks again for allowing me to be a part of your life.....

10.26.11Children/Families NC Children's Photography {the Negotiator}

I t's always one of the biggest honors to be asked to photograph someone's most precious earthly treasure--their children. And, its always really incredible when I get to photograph their children more than once. I met Spencer a few years ago when I photographed him as a newborn. His days on this earth were few and his eyes held so much promise. Little did I know that he'd turn in to quite the negotiator. After only a few minutes with him, I found out that he would do almost anything I'd ask--as long as his investment came with a return. What is this return, you might ask. Anything Lightening McQueen. I guess we all know what he'll be for Halloween this year! And sweet little Max took it all in. I wonder if he'll grow to be the same kind of negotiator as his big brother.... Thank you Emily & James for sharing your boys with me for the afternoon.

10.10.11Children/Families NC Family Photography: The Kohns

I was honored to meet Aaron and Brittany years ago when I photographed their wedding. They are such an amazing couple and now parents to sweet little adorable Gavin. We worked with Brooke over at Nouvelle Soiree for their session. She did such an amazing job setting a scene that fit the Kohns family to a tee. And I have to say...sweet little adorable Gavin knows how to rock a bow tie. I think you'll agree...

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