Lifestyle Photography

Amy's Adventure // Castlewood Park // St. Louis Portrait Photography

I met Amy way back when I had a "desk job", before I took on photography full time.  We worked in the same department & quickly became friends.  She's one of those fun, encouraging, sweet, full of life kind of people that you just just love being around - her whole family is like that actually.  She & Rick have an amazing testimony to share & God is using them to bless & encourage so many couples & families...even more so when Amy's book is published & reaches people she will never even meet!  I'm so excited for this adventure she's on & that I got to somehow be a part of it by doing these "head shots" for her!  The goal was to really showcase Amy's vibrant, real, & beautiful personality in this session - I think we succeeded.  ;)

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When her book is out I'll be sure to update this post with more info on it for y'all. 
Thanks again for asking me to do these for you Amy - it was so much fun spending time with you & Rick - you two bless me so. 

Welcome Alden Patrick // St. Charles Newborn Photography

How precious is this little man? 

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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.

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

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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!  :)