Lindseigh and Andrew Engagement

Wow. What a beautiful couple. I am so excited about Lindseigh and Andrew's wedding! Not only are they outwardly gorgeous, but they have a love that radiates from them when they are together.  Easy to shoot and inspiring to watch! Thanks for the awesome shoot Lindseigh and Andrew...hope you enjoy these as much as I do!

Date night...

Brad and I were lucky enough to see those redbirds in action on tuesday night. We love going to cardinals games, but it is even better from the good seats. Thanks to the Flesner's for letting us use some of their awesome tickets. We really appreciate it!  It was wonderful to be able to go on a date AND see Pujols!! =)

Jeff - QHS Senior

What an awesome senior! Jeff was so laid back and easy to work with. Plus, he could really have a modeling career. He knows just exactly what to do and when to smile. Great session! Enjoy the preview!

Sunny Days.

It is difficult being a mother.  Giving up your own sanity and welcoming chaos daily is hard to get used to. We do it, but it doesn't mean that it isn't difficult. 

Sometimes I find myself taking them for granted. I forget that their "babiness" won't last for long and that I need to cherish every moment that I get with them. I feel guilty a lot of the time because I forget to see.  I forget that their smile and laugh are the only things that I am going to miss 20 years from now when they are leaving to start their own lives. I won't miss the clean house or the photo paycheck from working overtime. I won't miss the nights out with friends to "get away" from my craziness. I won't miss quiet time that I relish every day. I will miss them and their small smiles and giddy laughs. I will miss their innocent beauty and soft touch. I will miss Ava's voice, Ellie's questions, and Claire's hugs. I will miss my babies. 

When that day comes and I can't stand the sadness that I feel in my heart, I will take out these pictures and watch them play in the sun.

Stephanie - QHS Senior

Stephanie is a beautiful girl, and I had the honor of photographing her. We had a great time and came away with some beautiful images. Thanks to Stephanie for allowing me to help show your true beauty! Enjoy the preview. 

"O" turns ONE!

"O" turns one!!  "O" has been coming to me since she was a newborn. I love when I get to see the whole first year! Thanks to mommy and daddy for bringing miss "O". Looking forward to watching you grow!

Bonkers! (with my new 70-200mm IS 2.8)

I just got a new lens and I LOVE it!!! Of course, I should love it, because it costs more than having a child.  oops...oh well. It was totally worth it!  We went to bonkers last week and had a great time.  Check out Ellie's face...she is so dramatic. 

My beautiful niece.

This is one of my beautiful girls.  Addison is 5 years old and full of life. This little lady has one of the best personalities of any child I have ever met. I only hope that she can keep this zest for life! I want to go on the record and say that she is going to be something amazing...watch out world here she comes. 

Just a few more...

In the photo world it is kind of an unwritten rule that you save some of the "best" shots for the customers to view by themselves during the order session...every photographer wants to hear their customers say ooohhh and aaahhh...it's just SO hard with this session and this couple.  I am trying to save some for the order session, but part of me wants to post them all so that you can enjoy them as much as I am! =)  That is the sign of a great image!!  Enjoy!

WOWZA!

This was probably one of the most amazing sessions that I have ever had.  Brooke and Jared were really into trying some new things and they allowed me to take some extra time to experiment.  I am grateful to this wonderful couple for helping me to further my photo knowledge.  You two are the best, and I can't wait for July 3rd!!  Congratulations on the engagement, I am SO happy for you!

Canvas it is!!!

I decided to go with the canvases for my wall portrait.  I LOVE THEM! They were a little more expensive than other options, but I cherish these pictures and these moments...it was TOTALLY worth it. I am so proud of these!!  Feel free to come by and check 'em out! =)