As many of you know, Karley was our nanny for about 9 months. In May, she got married and we said our farewells. We absolutely loved having her in our home. I give Karley full credit for Eli’s ability to skillfully ride a scooter and his affection towards insects. (which I love) I’m so thankful I was able to capture Karley and her beautiful family. Enjoy!
I had so much fun with little Evangeline and her mama doing their session. She was such a sweet baby, er…toddler with the most amazing big brown eyes! These two drove from Chicago to make this session – I’m so thankful they trusted me to capture Evangeline!
Oh, Mikey, Mikey, Mikey.
Mikey was a photographer’s dream. He was sleepy and smiley and a perfect, handsome little miracle. It was such a pleasure to capture him.
Loved them all
I have a confession:
I often feel guilt that I get to see my client’s galleries before they do. I know there is no way to avoid it – but I still wish there was a way for them to see them first. However, since it’s not really possible for that to happen, I strive to make the wait worth it. Always.
This cute little family visited me from Chicago on a sunny Sunday morning. They walked in and I instantly fell in love with these little cuties – Taylor + Elizabeth. I was honored to be able capture them with their parents.
One beautiful, windy, sunny day in October, I received the text that Lauren was in labor. I was so excited to shoot this birth. Upon meeting Lauren a few weeks before her due date, I knew we had a lot in common. I walked into the hospital room, she was dilated to about 6, maybe 7, things were progressing well, not too quickly, not too slow. We even contemplated a trip to Walgreens for nail polish so we could beautify her toes before delivering her sweet little boy.
Not too long later, the nurse said she was fully dilated. No nail painting for us!
Lauren began to push.
and push.
and push.
She never skipped a chance to push, even as her energy level was decreasing. After two hours of constant pushing, I could see the weariness in her eyes but inside of her, the goal to deliver this baby burned as brightly as ever.
So she continued to push.
and push.
and push.
When finally her doctor came in and said that after all that pushing, over three hours of it, the baby hadn’t really moved at all and that it was her recommendation that the baby be delivered via c-section. Everyone was in agreement. This needed to happen.
Before we could blink, Lauren was whisked away while her husband, Bryant, bravely and calmly waited to be called back.
We waited.
and waited.
and waited.
until finally, those doors opened and out came a proud papa, walking alongside his precious son.
Lauren’s determination was like something I had never seen before – it was beautiful, refreshing but also difficult to watch her go through so much. It was amazing how gracefully she handled it all.
I hope you enjoy these images, they truly show this amazing story of endurance and love.
Awwwwwww, I am SOOO glad they were able to have you come! Love this little family! Beautiful moments captured!
Beth, the photos are wonderful. Beautiful. Yes, I saw the determination as well as the weariness. Awesome photos, beautiful family.
