I love going back home, and one of my favorite places to eat in the whole world is Leto’s in Lacombe. It has a great atmosphere and even more amazing food, and I used to eat there more than I’d like to admit. And that is how I met this family. Meet Dina and George! With beautiful eyes and playful personalities, these two certainly know how to work the camera! We sure had a great time, both inside and out for this session!!

Wow! I can’t believe this little sweetheart is 6 months old already. I walked through the door expecting the little girl that I met when she was a mere 30 minutes of age…or the girl that I photographed when she was 6 weeks old. Instead, I was met with a smiley, interactive sweetheart who is growing up way too quickly!

I really enjoyed my afternoon with Brooklynn and her mom! She was pretty serious for us, and I’m sure people would have laughed at us and our attempts to get her to laugh! But, it made for a fun session!

The other day I went to see my Grandma! At 89 years of age, this woman simply amazes me. She still lives in her own home, and with help is able to maintain a beautiful yard that is the envy of town. She’s a wonderful lady.

For months…even years…I have been meaning to bring my camera down with me and do a full blown session with her. I want to take pictures of her hands, of her face and of her yard. Those 89 years hold a lot of stories and while I may never know all of them, I want to have some great images of my grandma. Something to be able to look at and reminisce.

I brought my camera with me the other day. And she didn’t want me to take her picture. Because she wasn’t ready. Which really got me thinking… if we were to wait until we were perfect, would we ever get our pictures taken? There simply is never the perfect opportunity. So, I explained to her that I don’t want THE perfect picture. I just want a nice picture to display in my home. Because I never know what might happen between now and the next time I’m able to make it down. And while she assured me nothing would happen, you just never know. With anyone. So, away she went to change into some different clothes and this is what I got…

I have always loved photography. I come by it honestly in that my mom was a photographer while I was growing up. The pictures that I have of my friends and family mean everything to me! I love the feelings they evoke, the days gone by of which I am reminded. If I lost my pictures, I’d truly feel as though I lost a part of myself. Rather than being decorated with random pieces of art (as beautiful as they may be), my home is decorated with the faces of the people I love. Because every time I look at a cluster of pictures, I can’t help but smile and count my many blessing. And that is truly why I do what I do. I love to make people smile when they see pictures of their babies, of their families and of themselves. I know that pictures will forever be cherished and I’m proud to be able to help capture those all important milestones.

I will be going back to do a full session with my Grandma. One in her yard once all her beautiful flowers and trees are in bloom. But until then, I know that I have a great image of my grandma, outside and completely feeling at ease…and for that I am thankful.

7 months…7 months of chubby, happy, cuteness! I photographed this little guy when he was a couple weeks new. Then, he slept like a dream! Now, he laughed and smiled his way through the whole session. I don’t think I’ve seen a happier little guy! Couldn’t you just eat him up he’s so cute?

This past weekend I was able to meet up with Wade and Ashley for their e-session! While I chat with the brides on the phone and through emails, a lot of times a client’s engagement session is my first contact with the groom and my first chance to interact with the future bride and groom as a couple. Wade and Ashley were so friendly, and so fun…it was like meeting old friends as we walked chatting about ceremoney/reception details. I’m really looking forward to their wedding in August!

I have been following along on I HEART FACES for awhile now, but haven’t quite made it around to participating yet! Well…this is the week that I will begin.

I love this image…to me it’s very tender and protective.

I hope all you mom’s had a fantastic day Sunday! Motherhood is the single most difficult…and rewarding job every and I believe all mom’s deserve to be spoiled!!

I love all ages and all kinds of sessions! I have been capturing so many newborns lately, it was nice to mix it up by capturing that all important 6 (ish) month milestone of Faith. 6 months is a very fun age for me to photograph! At this age, kids have that new found skill of sitting, and pushing and crawling and it’s fun to get their expressions as they proudly demonstrate their new abilities. Add to that the fact that these girls are both very special to me (not only is Faith my goddaughter, but I was there for the birth of both these little girls) and it made for a really fun session!!

After 6 months of shooting inside, it was purely blissful to get outside on a beautiful spring evening for an engagement session with Kim and Kyle. Set to get married this September, this fun couple was game for everything as we explored a local park and then took to downtown for a bit of an urban flair. This was a great way to start my wedding season, and I am looking forward to capturing that special day for you guys!!

Spring has sprung! The weather is gorgeous and new babies are aplenty! I’m loving every minute of it!!

Meet Anika. This little girl is so very adorable! She has the cutest cheeks, makes the cutest little sounds and absolutely LOVES her hands. 4 days new, she was simply a dream!

I am so blessed! Through Head Over Heels, I get to meet such amazing families. Families full of love and joy. I get to help preserve those fleeting moments that we wish would stay just a little bit longer. Yes…I am a very lucky girl.

Yesterday I met Rachel and her family for an amazing session. Her mom and dad called me at the perfect time and at five days old, Rachel slept through it all! She let me move her and mold her and move her some more. And to put it simply…she is perfect. She is beautiful in every way.

Thank you so much for inviting me into your home. I truly enjoyed the session…the “surprises” and all