Michael is One! // St. Charles Child Photography

Gosh I love this family!  
I had the privilege of capturing Chris & Kathryn's wedding a few years ago & now I get to be a part of capturing their family as it grows - what a treat!  Their little stud muffin, Michael John, just celebrated his 1st Birthday - which is cause for celebration & a fun photo session too, right?!  :)

Chris & Kathryn bought this old chair & gave it a makeover by painting it a fantastic bright yellow.
& how fun is the chalk paint on the back? 

Love you guys!  So glad I got to do these for you...& I'm already so excited about getting some more of your growing family in the fall!  :)

Welcome Weston Lee // St. Charles Newborn Photography

A few weeks ago I had the privilege of capturing handsome little Weston along with his mom, dad, & adorable big brother & sister.  I love how sweet, relaxed, intimate, & fun this images are - I hope you enjoy them to!

This is Mollie & Cayson (aka: big sister & big brother) ... they were so cute & already so in love with their new little brother!

Mollie could not get enough of her little brother - she kept coming in the room just to give him a hug & a kiss while I was shooting some of the images with him & his momma...

...clearly, she is a lover.

Having the kids lay on the bed with Weston was completely natural - they gladly snuggled up with him when I suggested it.  :)  I'm so used to the older siblings still being a little too young to really understand the new baby thing - usually the length of time they can/will sit & hold the little one is about 2 seconds, then of course they push the baby off b/c they are ready to move onto something else.  haha  
All that to say, having these sweet older siblings kinda spoiled me.  

All of their faces in the photo below are perfect!  
Cayson & Mollie were starting to get a little wound up at this point, but Weston seemed to totally understand & chimed in with a big 'ol smile at just the right moment - pretty sure this is one of my favorite images!

Thanks for letting me be a part of welcoming Weston into your family - it was so much fun!!  

Little Miss Vivian // New Town, MO Child Photograpy

Hey there bright eyes!  

Is she so cute or what?!  I had so much fun doing this session for Vivian.  She is about 18 months old & will be a big sister soon, so this is an important & fun season to capture for her & her family.  :)  This is a girl on the GO!  I'm pretty sure she didn't stop moving the whole session...& usually she was headed in the opposite direction of where we wanted her.  haha  But, even though she kept us chasing her around the whole time, I think we were still able to grab a few goodies to capture her just as she is.  I hope you enjoy! 

Her momma had some pretty adorable ideas for this shoot (note the perfect hat, suitcase & fashion magazines)...but all Vivian cared about was getting the yogurt covered raisins & making a run for it!  haha  We may have to try that again another day.  ;)

See what I mean?  haha  But seriously, these are some of my favorite images!

See ya cutie!

Welcome Alden Patrick // St. Charles Newborn Photography

How precious is this little man? 

A few years ago one of my best friends told me that she & her husband were going to adopt a baby...which was such exciting news of course!  I know the process wasn't the easiest & the waiting must have been so hard for them, but they somehow made it look easy.  After a long season of preparations & great patience they got to meet the perfect little prince God had for them on January 27, 2014!  What a treasure!  He is so sweet, chill, & handsome!  I could hardly stand the wait to meet him & then of course capture them together as a family.  

Bob & Linda wanted to keep their "newborn session" simple & natural - the results make my heart so happy!  I love these beautiful images of them embracing & loving this precious gift that will forever change their world.

Are you loving these as much as I am?!  Such sweet perfection!

Thank you for allowing me to capture these moments for you Bob & Linda - I know you'll cherish them forever!  Can't wait to do more soon!  :)

Lindi's Loves // Wentzville, MO Family Portrait Photography

Well, I probably don't need to convince you of the fun I had with Lindi & her little darlings.  They are such a spirited bunch & brought all of their very unique personalities to the session with them.  It felt more like sister playtime than a family photo session.  haha