When this little lady and her mom showed up for their Spring mini session, I was so amazed to see how much she had grown up. The last session we had together was over a year ago for her first birthday. I was also surprised to see mom and find out she was expecting a little brother for Emma, whom I assume has arrived by the time I publish this blog. Congrats to you all!
Each time we have worked together, this being the third, I realize how awesome this little family is. Mom is super laid back and isn't afraid of any suggestion I may have, in fact she welcomes them. I am so thankful for easy going people to work with and I have been blessed with lots of clients who just stand back and let me do my thing. Annie (mom) always has the cutest little shirts and coats for Emma to wear.
We did one outfit change during our mini session at Peters Lake Park. Emma had fun throwing rocks and picking up pine cones. She is such a sweet little girl and I'm sure going to be the best big sis!
Please meet little Miss Emma...


Doesn't get much cuter than this bright pink sweater...




eye lashes for days...









Here is an adorable family that took part in my spring mini sessions. We met at Peters Lake Park on a chilly April morning, and I use the term chilly very loosely, because they were troopers to brave this cold morning. Winter in Pittsburgh really did hold out as long as it possibly could... I was really hoping for some spring blooms and a little green on the trees, but instead I was praying it didn't snow!
We took our time exploring the park and getting some fun shots of the four of them. These two kids are so great... Haley is seriously so gorgeous, and I love that little boy spunk that Chase showed me and my camera. Thanks for braving the cold temps, and allowing me to capture some new family photos for you guys.
Please meet The Davis Family...















Here's to all the Mama's I have had the incredible opportunity to work with. You all are amazing! Your love for your children is evident and I'm grateful for the chance to capture that love with my camera. As a mom myself, I know that we all want the very best for our children, and make many sacrifices for them. We give up time, money, SLEEP, that new outfit or designer handbag, that weekend get away, the cute little car for the mini van...all without blinking an eye. We have great days when you wear your super hero cape... and others days when you can't even find the time to shower. Your living room may be a playground and there may be an inch of dust on the shelves, but your kids are happy, and they are loved. Thank you for all that you do!






















































Summer Mini Sessions 2014
Saturday June 28th & Sunday June 29th
Mingo Creek County Park
Session Times Saturday June 28th:
4:30pm 5:30pm 6:30pm 7:30pm
Session Times Sunday June 29th:
4:30pm 5:30pm 6:30pm 7:30pm
DETAILS:
-45 minute sessions for up to FIVE people
(larger groups please contact me for details)
-Sessions can be for children, families, seniors, engagement, maternity
(newborns can not be done due to time constraints)
-Sessions held at Mingo Creek County Park,
-Online password protected gallery of all final images
-$125.00 includes session fee and 15 images on custom CD with printing rights
-$150.00 includes session fee and 15 images on custom USB with printing rights
(option to purchase all final images from session)
-To reserve your time slot please contact me at 724.260.0392 or via email at [email protected]
-All time slots are first come first serve.
-After contacting me I ask that you send your deposit ($50.00) along with your signed contract to confirm your photography session within one week.
-Deposits are non-refundable.
-Remaining balance due at time of session.
-Rain dates to be determined if necessary.

I was super excited to meet and photograph this little lady. She is my cousin's daughter and even though she had just celebrated her first birthday, I was meeting her for the first time. I think one of the hardest things about growing up and having a family of your own is that seeing and keeping in touch with extended family gets that much harder. For me, living over two hours away from most of my side of the family, doesn't help. Life just happens and before you know it, there are people you haven't seen in years. Well, I wish I could say she was as excited to meet me and my camera, but that wasn't the case this day. She made me work for every little smile and smirk, but it was totally worth it! I think we were all pretty exhausted by the end of our session; Mom, Dad, and Sophie the dog included.
Everyone please meet little miss Adalyn Nadine...

My huge strand of faux pearls helped her to warm up a bit to the idea of me and my camera...

Look at those baby blues...








Playing ball with mom...


Sophie...

Thank you Tori & Jason... I hope these photos help you to always remember when your little girl turned one!