Hey guys!

Today I have a real treat for you, which comes in the form of Kenzi. You can tell from the pictures that she is a super kiddo.

We met up at Lake Pleasant, which I love because at the end of every session we get to have a little fun in the water which is perfect to keep cool on those hot summer days and not to mention, the kiddos love it! It is such a gorgeous location.

Kenzi likes to jump rope, play with friends, get her nails painted, and watch Netflix. She also enjoys going out to dinner with her parents!

Speaking of parents, Rachel did a really wonderful job choosing the perfect dress for her spring session. Okay, moving on to what you’ve been waiting for, photos of the beautiful Kenzi.

Wow! I can’t believe how fast this year has flown by but what a beautiful year it has been. From the laughter to the wonderful memories, it has truly been a joy as I continue to pursue my passion for photography. Time certainly does fly when you’re having fun! I feel blessed to still be doing what I love to do and all because of my most amazing clients. It’s only because of you I get to make a living doing what I love most and for that I am forever grateful.

This past year has been my busiest yet and below are a few things I enjoyed the most.

~ I loved capturing each and everyone of my clients, I loved hearing all the fun family stories shared with me, I loved all of the baby snuggles, high fives, fist bumps and hugs I got from the kiddos, and most of all I loved being able to capture memories for all of my clients to have for a lifetime.

~ I did a couple of photography courses this year and truly learned so much to advance in my style of editing and photographing. This is an accomplishment I have been wanting to achieve for so long and I can proudly say, I have improved in leaps and bounds.

~ I took a road trip from Arizona to Minnesota over the summer with 3 kiddos which tested my patience for sure, LOL. It was a long 2 days of driving there and back but it was worth it being able to see all of our family. The kids had a blast hanging out with their aunties and cousins. It was an eventful two weeks that is for sure.

As you can see, this year has taught me so much–as a photographer, business owner, mother, and wife.

From the bottom of my heart, thanks so much to everyone that gave me the opportunity to work with you; you all shine your light in unique and beautiful ways. My photos can only be as good as the amazing people that trust me to document their lives. Happy New Year and I cannot wait to see what 2019 will bring you and your families.

Hi gang!

I was so excited to meet up with Christina and George at Lake Pleasant for a stunning – and terribly sweet – maternity session. At the time, Christina was mere 7.5 weeks away from giving birth, so you can only imagine how she was feeling while we were roaming around finding the best spots to shoot! She was a trooper, though, let me tell you. Her skin looked amazing, her hair was perfection, and her outfit choices were on point.

George was a total supportive rock star the entire time. There was a moment when he moved Christina’s hair while giving her the sweetest look and I nearly fainted from the tenderness of it all!
I asked what name they had picked out for their sweet baby boy and you will not believe what they told me, “We are naming him Atlas, because he will have the whole world before him and will be holding it in his hands.” Seriously, how adorable is that?!

Since they’re almost at the end of the pregnancy, I asked them about how their journey has been thus far. Christina said, “This pregnancy has been super easy and smooth, opposite of what I expected for my first. I have been craving Mexican foods, the spicier the better! But I enjoy getting to read pregnancy books, seeing tons of baby things on Pinterest and getting to relax more. George is also been amazing! He gives foot and legs rubs, cooks dinner, helps around the house, and made my 1st mother’s day so special. He is also super funny and tells Atlas to stop being mean to his mommy and to stop kicking me. I am super excited to finally hold baby Atlas in my arms!” Aww!

They’re going to be an amazing Mom and Dad duo, and their little bundle of joy is so lucky to be brought into the world with them. Thanks again and congrats, you two!