Tahmures - 6 months

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Meet Tahmures, a cute 6 month old at the time of our shoot in September. Tahmures had some newly acquired bottom teeth that his mommy wanted captured, and he showed them off for the camera nicely. He also did lots of age appropriate finger chewing, drooling, and tummy time.

His mommy, Rachel, is a talented Photographer, specializing in creative head shots for adults and boudoir portraits. Her inspiring work can be found at http://www.rachelhadiashar.com. You should definitely check her out!

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Baby Jesse {Seattle, WA}

August was a really amazing month for my photography business, not to mention my busiest month ever. I photographed a wonderful wedding, took newborn portraits of a precious baby who's parents' wedding I captured the year before (talk about special!), was able to help announce another baby on the way through photography, and as if all of that wasn't enough, I photographed my best friend in her first days with her newly adopted son. SO beautiful, both my best friend, and her new baby boy, Jesse. Its taken too long to get these up, but they were, maybe, my favorite images captured all year. Love you, Amy, thank you for letting me capture such a special time! blog3 blog1 blog5 blog2 blog4

BJ - Class of 2013

Meet BJ. There's nothing quite like taking senior photos for a young man you've watched grow up. BJ is a part of my husband's extended family, and I've known him since he was 5, if my math is correct. Now, he's a polite, handsome, Tai Kwon Do kicking senior in High School, with amazing things ahead.

BJ, enjoy this last year of High School! It only gets better from here!

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Abby & Aidan {Fanno Creek, Tigard OR}

Saturday, November 3, 2012

My shoot with Abby and Aidan and their lovely parents turned out to be my last of the season before my maternity leave. And, getting to capture them on a relatively dry, autumn day in a beautiful location was an excellent way to head into babyland! These two children have such wonderful natural interactions, playful but loving. And their parents are equally photogenic and fun to capture!

Thanks, J. Family, it was wonderful to see you guys again; I hope you love your photos!

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Sydney & Evie - {Laurelhurst Park, Portland, OR}

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

One of my favorite kids on the planet (and one of my favorite subjects!), Sydney, has a new baby sister, Evie! Isn't she precious? Erynn and Jon sure make beautiful children!

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Arlo & Etta {NE Portland}

Sunday, October 21, 2012

This is the second time I've gotten to photograph Arlo and his parents, Andrea and Stephen, and this time he introduced me to to his beautiful new sister, Etta, as well as his vegetable garden and his awesome wooden airplane that his Papa made. Etta has a gorgeous head of copper hair and pretty blue eyes, and was extremely cooperative as we placed her on various blankets, baskets and crates in her backyard. Thanks for spending the morning with me, Arlo and Etta! It was fun!

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Baby Calvin {SW Portland, OR}

Sunday, October 14, 2012

Last June, I had the amazing privilege of photographing Casi and Clark's wedding.  They are a wonderful couple, and Casi is one of my favorite people in the world. She also happens to be my niece, Raven's, mama!  I was thrilled in August when they welcomed their son Calvin, and asked me to photograph him in their home. He's a gorgeous baby, I think you'll agree! Congratulations Clark, Casi and Raven on your new addition. I am so happy for you all. 




Asa {Fort Vancouver, Vancouver, WA}

Sunday, October 7, 2012

Asa is a sweet, beautiful 19 month old. Aren't her curls adorable? Asa and her parents showed me around Fort Vancouver, and she was especially taken with the flowers, both the beauties in the flower garden, and the common dandelions.

It was so much fun, I hope we can do it again, Asa!

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Benjamin & Madeleine {Minto Brown Island, Salem, OR}

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Adorable brother and sister duo Benjamin and Madeleine met up with me at Minto Brown Park.  Despite it being August, the morning was filled with sprinkles and dampness. We made the best of it and soon the sun came out and lifted everyone's spirits, especially Ben's. He loved the water at the park, and enjoyed tossing rocks into the water, and collecting leaves that floated nearby.

Madeleine is so girly and feminine, but she also had no trouble getting into the rocks and dirt with her brother. She was soon tossing rocks in the water too. So fun to watch, and photograph!


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Clark Family Preview - {Pringle Park, Salem, OR}

Sunday, August 26, 2012

I met up with the Clark family in Salem's Pringle Park on a bright Saturday morning. Mom Julie is a friend from the good old High School days, and its been many, many years since I've seen her. She has not changed a bit! It was amazing to meet her family: Her gorgeous daughter Hannah is about the age Julie and I were when we met, and she is so very much like her mama, equal parts feisty and sweet. Her handsome little guy Cole is on the MOVE, and would prefer to jump, run, and play with tractors rather than look at my camera. And there was a kindness and ease to Julie's husband Corbett that I instantly liked. Julie, you have an amazing family! Thank you for the privilege of capturing this special time in your life!

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Dave and Tabitha Get Married {4-H Center, Salem, OR}

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

A Sneak Preview of Dave and Tabitha's Beautiful Day!blog3 blog4 blog5 blog6 blog1 blog2 blog9 blog8 blog7
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