This wonderful family came to the studio for their second child's newborn portraits, and what a fun time we had with them! They even brought along their fur baby, Barney. He was such a good guy, too. I certainly enjoy getting to know our clients in the short time that they are with us. This little guy came just in time for Halloween, and of course we had to use our pumpkin newborn hats to get in on the fun!
I am going to post a few photos, and in particular some black and white portraits. Initially I didn't like black and white pictures...I love color! But, as time went on they "grew on me", and now I LOVE them. I try to present a few black and white portrait samples with each of my clients. I have learned to see how powerful a black and white image can be....how it just takes away all of the distractions, and puts the attention right where it needs to be. For me that is the beautiful expressions on a mother or a father's face as they hold their newborn baby. Very emotional, and very powerful. Hope you enjoy!




























We had Santa come to our studio for a special visit for some special kids! We had a great time over two days of spending time with Santa and the kids, and getting some wonderful memories! Santa had such a good time visiting that he's wanting to come again next year!
What a sweet little newborn boy that came to the studio with his parents for his Newborn Portrait Session! I love photographing newborns and their families! It is such a special time in the family's life, and I am privileged to get to be a part of it by photographing these sweet babies and their families.





We had another lovely little family come to the studio today for their firstborn's Newborn Portrait Session. I enjoyed getting to know this family, and had such a wonderful time getting their portraits. Just a couple of years ago or so I got to photograph this littly guy's cousin for her newborn picture session.....just love it when I get to meet families, and that they feel confident coming to our very comfy studio that we have for Newborns. I have the best job ever!!







Congratulations Stephanie and Tony! Your wedding was so sweet, and we had a wonderful time spending the day with you. Even though the wind was blowing like crazy outside it was an absolute wonderful day with sunshine all around, and happy faces everywhere! Enjoy your sneak preview of pictures! Congrats and we wish you many years of blessings!





































Bridal portraits are one of my favorites parts of the wedding pictures for the bride to be. It is especially nice when we can plan to do this on a date before the wedding! We have so much more time, and it is also nice to have a lovely portrait to display at your wedding reception should you choose! Awesome!






It is hard to believe that this guy is graduating from high school this year! I have known this young man since he was a young kid! Haha!! Jacob, we had a great time at your Senior Portrait Session! We wish you the very best this year, and in the years to come! Can't wait to see what this guy ends up planning for his future! But for now let's enjoy the senior year! Go Class of 2017 Fauquier Falcons!!





I was very excited when this little girl's mommy called me to let me know that she would be needing Newborn Portraits in the future! I have been photographing her little brother for quite some time, and I was hoping that one day there would be another to come along from this sweet family. So, yes, I was a happy photographer!
A year has come and gone, and I always catch myself saying "time flies", and it sure does, and faster every year! I thought it would be fun to post a few pictures from each of Claire's sessions to show off just how cute she is, and to see just how much she changed in a year's time! I love our Baby Plan that we offer to clients; it's fun getting to know these families, and it's joy to get their portraits at milestone stages.
Hope you enjoy "a year in pictures" of Clair!










Fall weddings are just beautiful with autumn in the air, and the rich colors the landscape brings with it. I like it because it's still warm enough outside not to be cold....good working weather! Over the years it seems that the fall has become just as popular time for couples to marry as it is in the spring and summer.
Last fall had us traveling to Michigan to visit an old friend, see him marry his sweetheart, and we got the extra special privilege of being the photographers to record the day for them! Dave and I were having a blast! Dave grew up and went to high school here in these parts of Michigan, and a few of his old school buddies are still in the area. We have kept in touch with Jeff through the years, and love him like a family member. When we found out that he was getting married we were hoping that they would let us photograph their wedding day, and I am so glad that they decided, "yes".
The church was beautiful, rich in color, and in history. I will let the photographs speak for themselves. The day was very sentimental, and fun. Jeff, who is a natural born comedian, did behave himself very well for their Bride and Groom portraits. At the reception before the meal, the priest along with the choir SANG the blessing......so beautiful! After that the fun and fellowship between family and friends began....and hardly a person sat down the entire evening!
Now a year has gone by, and these two have celebrated their FIRST wedding anniversary! Gee, the time just flies so fast!
Hope you enjoy the pictures, and Jeff & Mary we wish you many years of blessings as you celebrate your first year together. Happy Anniversary!





















This mom and her two boys are so full of energy, and they love doing things together. I had a great time spending the afternoon with them as we went through a little baking session, sharing in some of the other boy's favorite activities, and then ended up outside for an impromptu family photo session in their back yard. And, then we finished the whole thing off with DONUTS!! What a fun time we had! Enjoy the pics!












