Brand New Baby Bennett

I had the unique pleasure of photographing a beautiful baby, born to one of my most favorite prop vendors!! Madeline of Maddie's Devine Designs (link at the bottom of post) came over last week for some images of her week old baby Bennett :) Maddie is the artist behind the majority of the hats and head bands that I use in the studio these days!  She brought so many of her fun and amazing hand made items to use on her little darling.  

It was so fun to hear about her birth experience and play with her tiny guy! Enjoy this sneak peek!! 

Visit Maddie's shop here: https://www.facebook.com/maddiesdivinedesigns/?timeline_context_item_type=intro_card_work&timeline_context_item_source=100000104478174&pnref=lhc

Newborn Photographer {Kalama, Woodland, Longview, Kelso, Castle Rock, Vancouver Washington Photography}

I've had the busiest year yet and have neglected to add anything recent to my blog but!  I've been busy; worked with lots of babies, kiddos and families! It's been wonderful and tiring but I wouldn't change a moment of it! So for now, here are a couple sweet shots of my last newborn from 2015!!

'O' Family Maternity Portraits {Kalama WA Photographer}

The amazing wonderment of pregnancy is one of my favorite seasons to capture. It's so wild to me that a woman's body can grow an entire human!! What a miracle!! This session had me tearing up while shooting it and again while going through these images. Not only because it was such a serene and peaceful evening, but also because I get to be 'Auntie' to this little one when he or she makes their appearance next month!! My sister is one of the most kind, tender, loving and passionate people on the planet and she married the most genuine and loving person whom is such a blessing as a Brother to me! I adored that they allowed me to drag them out to the middle of a river and just let me do my thing with them!  And since we were literally in the middle of a river, it only seemed appropriate to pay honor the salmon who had lost it's life and decayed to a skeleton right in our setting :)

S Wedding {Kalama, Woodland, Longview, Vancouver WA Photographer}

There is no combination of words I could put on the back of a postcardNo song that I could sing, but I can try for your heart Our dreams, and they are made out of real things Like a, shoebox of photographs With sepia-toned loving Love is the answer, At least for most of the questions in my heart Like why are we here? And where do we go? And how come it's so hard? It's not always easy and Sometimes life can be deceiving I'll tell you one thing, it's always better when we're together

Mmm, it's always better when we're together Yeah, we'll look at the stars when we're together Well, it's always better when we're together Yeah, it's always better when we're together

-Jack Johnson

Newborn Miss A {Newborn Photography, Kalama, Vancouver, Woodland, Longview Photographer}

Beautiful brand new babies are beyond precious and always make my day when I have the honor of photographing them! Here is a little sneak peak of Miss A...brand new little addition to a family who I enjoy so much!! Enjoy this little doll baby!!

W Family - Seahawk Session

Being from and living in Washington makes me by default,  a Seahawk Fan. This family is no different, although I'd have to say they take their Seahawk love to an ultimate level and I adore them for it! They were even featured in our local paper this week in honor of the upcoming Superbowl!! The link is below!

Hope you are enjoying the Superbowl!!

http://tdn.com/superbowl/longview-family-bonds-over-shared-love-for-seahawks/article_19fab54e-a679-11e4-86dc-abfcdeaa2f15.html

Newborn Baby B {Newborn Photography, Kalama, Longview, Kelso, Vancouver WA Photographer}

It's 2015. All to quickly it's another year, my children are that much older, my baby is almost 1. I could get all sappy here but I'll try not to...

I had a wonderful Christmas with my family, a fun and calm New Years and this week it was back to the studio and back to work for me. I had the most wonderful 1st session of the new year with this amazingly precious little dear. Little Ms. B was almost my birthday twin!!! Being a New Years Eve baby she and I were about 30 minutes away from sharing a birthday!! She had the best cheeks, and was such a love. She snuggled into my touch and in doing so, just melted my heart! I hope you enjoy this little peek at the 5 day old Birkley!!

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D Winter Wedding {Longview, Kalama, Vancouver Photographer}

On a very cold winter day, a lovely group of family gathered to celebrate and witness the loving union of two amazingly kind and wonderful people. This intimate wedding was so incredibly precious to be a part of. Just a peek at their oh-so special day!!

Merry Christmas!!

  Have a holly jolly Christmas, It's the best time of the year

I don't know if there'll be snow, but have a cup of cheer.

Have a holly jolly Christmas and when you walk down the street,

Say hello to friends you know and everyone you meet!

D Family - A story {Longview, Kalama, Vancouver, Portland Photographer}

One day, not long ago on a crisp, almost-winter day, the family took a little walk to find the perfect spot for a picnic and some snuggles. Along the way, Miss Emma smiled and laughed as she navigated the gravel and mud with her adoring parents. They arrived at the old bridge with just enough time to share their muffins and cocoa. Miss Emma loved her chocolate chip muffins and sipped her cocoa while snuggling her Mommy and Daddy.They cheers-ed their cocoa and picked up their cups, hoping to find more adventure. Mommy helped Miss Emma into her mittens and off they went!Miss Emma got to FLY with Mommy and Daddy by her side! They took a few moments for kisses and secrets and carried on until they found.......the most beautiful horse who was in need of a pat and a chat! Miss Emma helped her with her dinner and was then invited for a ride! What a wonderful day they had!