Life with Boys: Kalch Family Adventure

There's something special that little boys introduce into our lives. Crazy, silly, smelly, weird and wild somehow become a way of life and as a mom you learn to love it. Though there are times that you pray some of that energy could take a break or better yet- be sent your way. As wives, we even see our husbands in a different light. Their silly antics and boyhood charm come through in shining colors when we see them interact with their son. We fall in love all over again!

To say that I was excited to see Stephanie, Brian and Mister Grayson again would be putting it mildly. I love them like family and wish we could see each other more, so I completely cherish the time that we do have together. Over the years we've learned to have a plan (somewhat) and that plan mostly consists of letting Grayson explore, be wild, silly and capture life as it is. This is pretty much the way I approach all my lifestyle sessions and I love the results that come from it.

To me, there's nothing better than capturing the spontaneous moments we cherish as parents. And I can say without a doubt that our session at Big Talbot Island was absolutely spot on for this wonderful family and their spontaneous little boy!

We ran, jumped, climbed and laughed with Grayson leading the way. Stopping only briefly when something slowed him down long enough to pause for a few pictures with Mom and Dad. It was a great adventure and so much fun seeing it through his eyes.

As parents, this time of awe and discovery can sometimes be so brief. More often than not, it's over way to soon and quicker than we realize. From the dirty toes in the sand, soggy jeans, a million laughs and heart stopping breathes in-between, I hope the memories of our day playing on the driftwood beaches lives forever in Stephanie, Brian and Grayson's minds. What a great day it was to be a good 'ole rough and tumble, wild and crazy, sand slinging adventurous little boy :)

At Home with Ellie

I can't think of many things more fun than chasing after a one year old- letting them lead the way and completely being present in those moments. Their smiles, laughs and discoveries fill your heart with so much joy it can brim over for days.

Little Miss Ellie is exactly that type of one year old. We played, chased and she even paused here and there to let me capture some of the sweetest images of her. There was absolutely no doubt who was in complete control of her session ;)

Over the years I have fallen in love shooting lifestyle sessions with newborns- in their home, their nurseries and those special moments with their parents and siblings. As far as sessions with older children, this is the first intentional toddler lifestyle session and I am so thankful that Heather shared my vision for simplicity and just letting Ellie be herself.

We started inside and let Ellie take the lead in playing and snuggling in with momma for a story. When she was finished with her books she led us into the living room and there we enjoyed playing with all her favorite toys before heading outside :)

Once her little feet hit the pavement of the driveway she was off and running and only stopped for a few brief moments before taking a wagon ride.

After all was said and done we had only two goals with Ellie's session: 1) Capture her in all her one year old glory and 2) If possible have at lease one image with her and that oh-so-cute bonnet. And I definitely think that we not only reached those goals but exceeded them exponentially. Elli's expression says it all in one of the last images we took from her wagon ride back to the house for some snacks. So much fun!

Ellie enjoyed her snack while momma and I visited and shared reflections on motherhood, temper tantrums and the many blessings, fears, worries and joys children bring. It's a whole new world and I am so thankful for getting to see it through the eyes of this little one year old- Happy One Year, Ellie!

Welcome Home {Baby Shelby}

There is nothing quite like holding your first born. From the moment they hit your arms, your whole world and heart changes. All the little things become so precious, all their firsts- their first diaper change, first bath, first smile and on and on- each carrying with it a step closer in reaching the next milestone.

I would have to admit that some of my all-time favorite sessions are newborns. They are so peaceful, even when they may be fussy. I love seeing them swaddled and snuggling with Mom and Dad. The joy in the home is so contagious and just can't help but be filled up with the same happiness that welcoming home a new baby brings!

I am so excited to share more of Miss Shelby's newborn session and her sweet nursery that Mommy and Daddy worked so very hard on preparing for her. Enjoy :)

Sneak Peek {Baby Shelby}

I am thrilled to be sharing Lil' Miss Shelby's sneak peek- can't wait to share the rest along with her precious nursery details :)

Oh, she just melts my heart- swoon!!!!

much, much more to come soon! xoxo :)

Sneak Peek {Liam & Paisley}

It is with barely containable excitement that I post this sneak peek of these two precious babies!!!

God only knows the amount of prayer and sacrifice that went into bringing these two amazing blessings into the world! My heart is SOOOOO overjoyed to be able to share in their journey and to have such a sweet lifelong friendship to cherish with their even more amazing super-mom!









Much, MUCH more to come soon!!!

Sneak Peek {Baby Makes Three!}

One of the greatest joys in my life as a photographer is being part of so many exciting milestones in the lives of our friends and clients- something I am so very, VERY thankful for each and every day! From proposals to wedding vows, sharing the BIG news of  a new addition and all along the journey of a promising future and growing families!

What. A. Blessing!!!
That special time is quickly approaching for Christine and Jason and I couldn't be more "over the moon" happy for them :) They are such a sweet and adoring couple- and now soon to be wonderful parents!!!


Here's a quick little peek at Christine's maternity session, isn't she simply glowing!!!


More to come soon along with a peek inside the precious nursery.
xoxo!