English Photography

Happy Halloween!

Man, this month has been insanely crazy!  There were a couple of moments I thought I wasn't going to make it through in one piece.  But I have to admit this month was also filled with a lot of joyful memories and wonderful moments I will treasure always.  These crazy days filled with sewing costumes and school projects and all that goes along with raising 3 kids and working can be exhausting.  But these days with my kids being young are numbered and I want to savor every halloween that comes along.  Josh and I regularly talk about the costumes our mothers made for us as kids and each costume represents a special memory of our moms.  I want to make sure my kids will have those same memories of me.

I had the fortunate experience of being invited to take halloween portraits at my kids elementary school family halloween dance the other night.  I had no idea how much fun I would have, it makes sense since I love halloween costumes and I love portraits.  The kids were so cute and it was a great night.  I couldn't help but share some of the images I snapped in celebration of this fun season. 

Of course my kids had to help me with my test shots... here is Will in all his Mace Windu star wars glory.  I told him that this costume had to last him 2 years... he is thrilled with that idea and so am I.

Wishing you a very Happy Halloween!  My candy of choice this year is Butterfinger... how bout you?

 

Time flies when...

Man, time is flying by and I am just trying to hold on for dear life.  Each day ends with pure exhaustion, I am sure many of you can relate.  I think I am starting to realize that October is one of the craziest months of the year.  Honestly, I am loving every minute though.  Life is about creating memories and parenting is about giving your kids great memories that will last a lifetime.  I can definitely say my family is creating memories these days. 

    This gorgeous family has doubled in size since their last family portrait about 4-5 years ago.  I am sure time is flying by for them too.  I was so honored to get to see how much this family has changed and how even more beautiful it has become.  This family is scattered across the country and came together for one day and I was tickled to be a part of the memories they are created on their one day together.

Thanks a million B family for hanging out in my front yard and playing Star Wars with my kiddos... you guys hold a special place in my heart.  Thanks!

Ivy League

The season has officially begun with the first snow of the year.  Although I put on my jeans and sweater I still denied that the winter had begun it's slow march by wearing my sandles.... my toes were chilly.  In the warmer days I photographed this magical session celebrating this cutie starting the first grade.  I loved every minute..

I hope you are all ready for your holidays.  Pretty, pretty please schedule any sessions you need for the holidays ASAP.  Please!  If you need some ideas for fantastic holiday cards email me and I'll fill you in on all the new awesome cards available.  If you have your image catalog and are ready to place your order, take 10%all card orders placed before October 23.