Rana & Tyler Engagement Session

I loved photographing this couple. I could feel the love between them, and at one point during the shoot, I teared up. Which has NEVER happened at an engagement shoot! I hope I can get my act together for their wedding, bc blurry-tear-eyes are never a good combo for photographers. I can't wait to work with this beautiful couple!!

Ashley & Gavin

I've known Ashley for a few years, we met through a mutual friend, and although this is Ashley's first shoot with me, she's been a very enthusiastic supporter of my work since the beginning! Thank you SO MUCH, by the way. ;) BUT! When she came out to Abernathy for her session, we both realized something quite remarkable. Turns out I've known Ashley for YEEEEARS. We first met when I was probably 5, and she was 2! How crazy is that? Anyway it was an absolute delight finding this out, and it was even more of a delight getting to photograph her, her crazy-smart son Gavin, and her mother. Hope you enjoy the photos, Ashley!

I love this (but there are more

that I had a hard time choosing from!)

This boy is so funny and smart!

3 Generations.

Aw, to be a kid again...

Lisa, Ty, Olivia & Baby Charly

This adorable family came out to Abernathy to do their photo shoot! It was early, and when we reached the top of Netty's (the woodsy photos) it was quite dark still. We made it work. What an absolutely easy and fun shoot, Olivia is a born-model and knew exactly where to stand, how to pose, without me having to tell her! It was as if she could read my mind! Then of course, there is Olivia's baby sister, Charly...such a happy little girl! All in all, it was an excellent start to the weekend. Hope you enjoy the previews!

Love this!

isn't it magical up there?

2 beautiful girls!

and of course, the baby.

Look at those peepers!

Auntie & Nieces.

One of my most favorite people in this entire world is my mother's sister. My aunt. I also know I'm one of her favorite people, too. The bond between a favorite aunt and her nieces is a really strong one, and it's nice to have someone who is like your mom, but better (sometimes), hehe. This is my friend Jennifer and her beautiful nieces. Jennifer has been one of the biggest supporters of my photography, and besides that, she is a wonderful, kind, generous, funny person, and I'm so grateful to have rekindled my friendship with her. Here's to amazing women (and soon-to-be amazing women)! Cheers.

Also, if you think our backdrop is so gorgeous that it's fake, well you're right. It is. Just kidding! It's the magic of Abernthy, one of the most beautiful places in the world!

Amara. She's breathtaking, huh?

Rayla. This is the only time in your

life where drool on your chin is 

considered CUTE!

KHS Senior Jacob

Jacob came out to Abernathy for his photo shoot, and I love anyone who's willing to drive out that far to get a good picture taken (and you can't ever go wrong with Abernathy photos!). I went to high school with Jacob's uncle, in fact, his uncle and I took our very first photo class together. Talk about feeling O.L.D. It was a very fun shoot and as you can see, he was a natural in front of the camera. Congratulations on your upcoming graduation Jacob!

This last shot was a quick after thought

on Jake's part. Very funny, huh?

Devin & Donovan.

I had the pleasure of ending 2011 with a photo shoot on Abernathy with this adorable father-son duo. Devin, the dad emailed me last minute, and I was very glad I happened to bring my camera along "just in case." How great are their outfits? I think Devin did an excellent job picking them out. They were all dressed to ring in the New Year, the right way! I truly believe that one of the most beautiful things in the world is a good father, and you can tell Devin loves his little boy in all these photos. It was so awesome meeting you two!

Does this not look like it came 

straight out of a J.Crew?

Baby J...Hoot! Hoot!

I should really stop calling her "Baby" since she is fast becoming a little girl. Whatever her title may be, she sure is adorable! We did some family photos with her & also some photos with her owl costume. I think...the cutest costume I saw this year! 

*there is a photo with her turned around,

but I thought this was funny! 

Miss M.

I met little Miss M. for the first time this weekend out on Abernathy. As you can see, she is just adorable. She really liked our dog, and kept saying "Puppy?" She didn't like his barking, though, and even told him "stop!" (I agree!). It was wonderful meeting Miss M. and her fun parents. 

A & C

C's mom is one of my best friends. C, I have known since he was a tiny little baby, and he is growing up SO FAST into a big boy. He starts school this fall (pre-school) and has requested a backpack AND a jet pack for school. His mom replied with "I am not sure if Ross carries jet packs, but we'll see." Two of my favorite people on Earth.

Baby L.

What a delight! Baby L did NOT mind getting wet. The rain was POURING down when it was time for his photo shoot, but it did not seem to dampen his mood at all. I really enjoyed getting to photograph this little boy, and my absolute most favorite thing about him is that he can fake cough. Not only that but he absolutely loves it when other people fake cough around him! You will definitely be seeing more photos of this little man, since he is the son of a good friend. (in fact, you've already seen photos of him! He is featured in my portfolio under "Children.Babies" tab.) 

Baby girl J.

Yesterday, I was so fortunate enough to have 2 wonderful babies come out to Abernathy, even in the pouring rain to do photo shoots. In the soggy woods of Abernathy, both kids had AMAZING attitudes and I could not have been more lucky to shoot such upbeat personalities. Baby J is a busy toddler, exploring the world, I could hardly keep up! It was wonderful getting to photograph her.