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“Every time you feel in God’s creatures something pleasing and attractive, do not let your attention be arrested by them alone, but, passing them by, transfer your thought to God and say: ‘O my God, if Thy creations are so full of beauty, delight and joy, how infinitely more full of beauty, delight and joy […]

Because of a fellow photographer friend, Amanda, I snuck into my children’s rooms and took pictures of the sweet little cherubs.  I am, of course, thankful for the times they’re asleep 🙂  But also… 14. the way she snuggles the blanket given by mom on the day of her birth 15. reading with her in […]

In the past, when you’ve seen my favorite little McCarthy family, there have been just four.  At the end of the year, though, Amy’s mom contacted me about family portraits for the WHOLE family.  That included her (Debra) and her 4 daughters, plus all their spouses and children.  As with most activities that involve that […]

Last week I told you about a goal of mine to post a photograph a week of what I’m grateful for.  There is a greater goal in this that just being grateful… to obtain the fullest joy possible through realizing how good God is and therefore be able to live fully in the moment.  Today, […]

Are you sick of family Christmas card pics?  I am.  But I love this little family so much that I can’t help but post it.  About halfway through the session, Rachel (mom) and I decided that 18-months is the hardest age for photos.  Charlotte was not going to sit still for more than 15 seconds.  […]

I am always planning the next step.  If I have 10 weddings booked, I’m thinking about where #11 will come from.  If I’m happily watching tv with my daughters, I’m figuring out what time I need to start cooking dinner.  If I’m eating dinner, I’m planning what I’ll have for dessert.  It’s not good.  I […]

About 6 months ago I got an email from my sister proposing an ice cream parlor for my little girl’s 4th birthday party.  This same sister also happens to be my own personal graphic designer.  So I knew she would be on board for helping me make it amazing. I made cupcakes in ice cream […]

I’m so pleased to introduce you to little Mims.  I got to meet her just before her two week birthday and I just can’t believe how tiny and beautiful she is.  Her mom, Ann Yates, emailed me a few weeks before her due date, knowing she wanted infant portraits done.  She was supposed to keep […]

This Christmas was wonderful for my little family.  I hope yours was, too and that you have a very Happy New Year! 

I have so many things to say about this wedding.  From the amazing style and smile of the bride to the easy-going, comfortable demeanor of the groom… the laughter-filled bridesmaids to the fun-loving, dance-loving groomsmen… the amazing band, food, bride’s dress… the perfect day both schedule and weather-wise.  All of it was better than I […]

I’m certain that you’re just as eager to see how gorgeous Maria and Zach were as I am to show you!  So here are a few early favorites.

My friend Dan has 3 babies.  He always refers to them as “my babies” in this sweet southern drawl with eyes ablaze in a way that makes you feel how much he loves them.  You’d think he was talking about infant triplets… but no.  These “babies” are 6, 3 and almost 2.  I got to […]

A year or so ago, I met with Shea about shooting her wedding.  Her very thoughtful sister ended up giving her the wedding photography as a gift, so Shea said she wanted to use me for babies, when they come.  People say this plenty.  But, low and behold, I got an email from her asking […]

Here’s what happened… I got to Sky Valley for Thanksgiving before my brother and sisters.  And as we drove around, I had visions of a couple’s shoot in so many places around the resort.  I promptly texted my brother and sister-in-law, George and Brittany, and told them to be prepared.  So, Thanksgiving Day we got […]

Do you remember the precious Cloud boys?  We saw them as newborns and then again last Christmas.  Now they’re full-blown, running around, candy eating toddlers.  One thought I was funny and liked the camera.  The other thought I was crazy and wanted no part of my nonsense…This black and white image makes me laugh.  It’s […]