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Alexis was my first little newborn of 2011.  Technically, she was a 2010 baby – born right before Christmas.  We got her newborn session done shortly after Christmas, thus making it only right that her 1 year smash-cake session actually end up being AFTER her birthday, right?  Hey, you moms are busy people and get things done when you can!  At least we can say she was definitely a 1-year-old at her session!

1-year sessions are typically done in two stages.  First, we capture all that good 1-year-old sweetness.  From their precious little not-quite-toddler/not-really-a-baby face to the chubby little legs, it’s one of the last chances to really soak up that baby-becoming-little-person goodness!  Somehow we managed to land our session on a pretty chilly day.  Little Alexis was such a trooper.  She must have known she was getting cake (made by mommy!) at the end of it.  She totally earned that cake!

After the cuteness comes more cuteness – plus cake.  Alexis was so funny as she poked and picked at her cake for the first few minutes.  She poked in all of the dots on her ladybug cake one by one before finally grabbing in to get the yummy chocolate cake underneath!
Thank you for, once again, letting me in on the fun of photographing your sweet girl, Michelle!

I just loved getting the chance to photograph little Jacob again.  As a baby he was just cute as could be (you can view his newborn session here) and now, at 6 months old, he’s such a sweet smiley little guy who hasn’t lost one bit of that cuteness!  A big thank you to Tommy and Beth for once again inviting me into their home to capture some sweet memories for them.  Enjoy!

While this isn’t technically a sneak peek (Carson’s mommy already has his gallery!) I couldn’t NOT post at least a few of Carson’s pictures on the blog.  He is simply just TOO CUTE!  He is such a sweet natured little guy, so full of smiles and wide-eyed wonder.  He didn’t make a single un-happy peep the entire session!

Just look at those eyes and those little chipmunk cheeks!

This was one of the few pictures of Carson actually looking at the camera while in the log.  He was fascinated by the fuzzy fur he was sitting in.  Such a funny age!  Adorable owl hat by my sweet friend over at Kangaroos & Coconuts.

I love baby giggles!  And look at those lashes – so handsome!  Carson is bound to be a little heart-breaker.

I love this picture.  It is just quintessential 6-months. The sitting – the grin – the fuzzy hair – the curled up little toes – perfect.

Thank you, Brandon and Stephanie, for allowing me to follow your family around for the evening and help create some memories.  And a GIANT thank you for being so patient and waiting for your images while I was out of town – you guys are awesome!  Hope you love your pictures

Meet Lauren.  She is 9 months old and cute as cute can be.  The entire family (Dad, Mom and both Grandmas!) came along for the fun – and what a sweet family!  Regardless of the rain the night before (leaving us with soppy, wet grass!) all were in good spirits and were able to capture some memories that hopefully the entire family can enjoy for years to come.

The 6-12 month age is SO much fun.  They are developing little personalities and infatuated by the most simple of things – like sunlight streaming through a tree…and shoes!
This is quite possibly my favorite image from Lauren’s session.  Her sparkly blue eyes…her kissable, smushable little cheeks…those pouty little lips…it’s just an overload of cuteness!
When doing family pictures, I do TRY to get at least one image of everyone looking at the camera.  It’s the expected shot.
BUT, my favorite family shots are ALWAYS the interactive ones…the less posed ones…those shots that capture the true emotion of a family.  And look – Daddy even got a smile out of little miss serious!
It was so neat to have both of Lauren’s Grandma’s there.  It was just one more opportunity to capture all of the love Lauren has surrounding her!

A sweet little storyboard collection of little Lauren – who looks GORGEOUS in red!
Pettiromper and headband from the Christina Ann Boutique.

S Family – thank you so much for the opportunity to meet your family and preserve some memories for you!  Your family was a JOY and I look forward to working with you again!

I can’t believe sweet little Gabe is already a year old!  I was so excited to get the chance to play with a smash cake session for his birthday.  He is SUCH a happy baby – but apparently a happy baby who does NOT like cake!  We didn’t let that hold us back, though.  We were still able to get some smiles from little man – and his love for the balloons totally made up for his dislike of the cake!

I love that little frosting covered nose

Happy Birthday, sweet little Gabriel.  May another year bring even more smiles!

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