Daniel + Jordyn // Vineyard at Riverbend Chapel // Washington, MO Wedding Photography

Oh this wedding.  sigh.  It just makes me so happy every time I look at the images from Daniel & Jordyn's beautiful, romantic, winter wedding!  These two sweethearts were so much fun to work with!  I'm pretty sure I was giddy the whole time we were together...everything was so perfectly sweet & intimate, how could I not be?  ha ha

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The Vineyard at Riverbend Chapel is a beautiful venue!  Since this wedding was in January, I can officially say I've shot a wedding there in every season - & I've loved it every time! This particular time was a little different though & had a few extra perks because Jordyn's mom actually runs the venue & her family lives on the property.  Because of this we were able to shoot inside the beautiful old estate house they live in on the property - which was a great refuge from the cold night air after the ceremony.  Then, of course, there was a beautiful, vintage limo that a friend of the Daniel's family owns & let them use for their photos too!

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Jordyn wanted to do a little first look for her brothers - I just love their excited reactions!

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The deep & genuine excitement these two had about getting married was so precious! Even though they weren't going to see each other until the ceremony, they still had a few sweet moments together beforehand.   They knew deep down that God brought them together & in this quiet moment before all the wedding festivities began they took time to keep Him at the center & pray together...what a great start to their life as husband & wife. 

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Jordyn's father passed away a few years ago, so her two older brothers walked her down the aisle & then her whole family gave her away - I'm inspired by this strong & beautiful family.

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Wedding Coffee Bar

Coffee Bar at a Wedding?  Yes, Please!

Wedding Coffee Bar
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Daniel & Jordyn it was an honor to capture your special day & the love you share for each other!  Thank you so much for inviting me to be a part of it!  You two make a great team & I know God has great things in store for the two you!

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Macy // Class of 2014 // St. Louis Senior Portrait Photography

This, darlings, is Miss Macy Reed...isn't she gorgeous?!  Her momma is one of the owners of my favorite little shop (4 Quarters Timeless Vintage) & I was so excited when she asked me to do these for her!  We had a great time wandering around & shooting behind the Foundry Art Center in Old St. Charles - one of my favorite non-park places to shoo!

I hope y'all enjoy these as much as I do!  :)

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Thanks for letting me do these for you Macy!  I had a lot of fun working with you & capturing this special season in your life!

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Lauren + Jeff // St. Louis Engagement Photography

I am so excited to share this sweet engagement session with you!  I have known Lauren for a few years now - she's the sis-in-law of my best friend.  I was thrilled when she contacted me to capture their wedding & the love between her & Jeff!  Since Lafayette is a special place to the two of them, we decided to walk around searching out little bits of beauty to stop & savor along the way....I think it's sweet perfection!  Enjoy!

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They were not the ones to scratch that into the bridge, but it was something sweet Lauren wanted to include somehow...& I think it was fitting.  
Just like this amazing bush we found that matches her wedding colors perfectly!  How gorgeous is her rose gold ring?!

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St. Louis Engagement Photography

Isn't this like a scene from a movie?!  I just love the LOVE in this beautiful place.

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I'm so excited for you Lauren & Jeff - So glad you've found each other to love & laugh with forever!

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Annabelle is ONE // Missouri Botanical Gardens // St. Louis Child Photography

I know I've been posting lots of kiddos lately, but tis the season I guess.  haha  I promise I'll be posting more weddings & engagement sessions soon - it's just about that season now as well.  ;)

But for now I want to introduce you to my adorable niece, Annabelle Constance...she is the sweetest, cheeriest, cutest little thing ever!  I love the way she laughs, cuddles her little baby doll, pats me on the back when we hug, & smiles so big you think her face is going to get stuck that way.  haha  She has a way of turning my heart to mush & I love that I get to watch her grow up.  

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She was a little sleepy & hungry when we started our journey, but warmed up after some food & then really piled on the charm during the 2nd half of the session.  haha  

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She wasn't too sure about those leg warmers, but you could tell she felt adorable as can be in them.  ha

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See what I mean about her big smile...we were all laughing & having so much fun!

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1 year old Child Photography
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Oh darling girl...I love you so! 

xoxo

Aunt Gert

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Finn's Adventure // Francis Park // St. Louis Child Photography

The spring air has me excited about all things warm, colorful, & adventurous!  & I can't stop thinking about this AMAZING session I got to do last summer alongside the wonderful Kristi Pinkham - a styling genius.  Of course the adventure would not have been complete without the delightful, spirited, & might I add, adorable Finnley.  

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He was just about to turn 3 when we shot this & was such a good sport about everything.  Kristi has such a great way of bringing a simple session to life with fun props for the kids to interact with as well as a boost of beautiful, creative energy (can you imagine having more of that at a session with me - it's pretty wonderful! haha).   If you've ever thought about doing a styled session, debate no longer & just do it!  You won't regret it & you'll have more than just vibrant photos in the end, you'll have some great memories from the experience as well! 

Okay...enough jabbering & onto the images...I hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

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These next images are to give props to Kristi again for her spirited creativity she brings to the session...I love working with you darling...hopefully we'll get to do it again sometime soon!

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Okay you adventurers...get out there & see the world!!

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Little Miss Vivian // New Town, MO Child Photograpy

Hey there bright eyes!  

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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! 

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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.  ;)

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

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See ya cutie!

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!  :)