Look who I photographed today… Little Bo Peep and one of her sheep! This mommy MADE these outfits!!!! I am so impressed…
No time for chat right now… I have to go home and gather my ladybug, bee and giraffe and take them trick-or-treating… Have a safe and fun Halloween!

What an odd morning it was on Tuesday. When the S. family arrived for their session, it was so cold that I could see my breath. There was frost covering the ground and all in the trees. As we hiked down the trail, we could hear the snapping of the ice as it was cracking and falling to the ground. For about an hour, it felt  like winter. It was really cold but the girls were troopers. We pulled off their coats and started photographing…. blue lips and red noses at times. However, mom and dad were quick to rush in and share some body heat so they could keep going. On our way back up the path- a BIG deer ran right in front of us. Mom and I did not notice because we were to busy talking. However, Dad saw it and pointed him out to us in the woods. It was a clear sign to me that I need some time in the N. GA mountains soon…… It was a really fun morning with the S. family… Thanks so much!

The weather….. perfect
The baby……..happy
The family…..beautiful
The location…..gorgeous
It was on of those sessions that all the stars were aligned and it was a smooth, wonderful session for all. When I left, little P. was still happy and smiling! What an amazing little fella he is. Even with the beginnings of a cold.. he rose to the occasion.

We already had our first chance to trick-or-treat this past Wednesday night at Smyrna Methodist. It was so much fun to see all the children dressed up and so excited about getting candy and treats. This afternoon I hope to take the kids on the Halloween parade in downtown Smyrna. It is sponsored by Doodlebugs (which has the cutest kids clothing in town)! Maybe the rain will hold off long enough for us to have some fun.

Speaking of fun… I have to show off the pumpkin that Cristina made for the studio. Lots of my clients know Cristina since she the one who helps walk them through the ordering process. Cristina is incredibly talented with decorating and lots of my clients have had Cristina to their homes to help with everything from portrait placement to furniture design. I am so very blessed to have Cristina working with me this holiday season. I know lots of you feel the same way and I am grateful that you have all welcomed her so warmly. Frequently, I hear from clients about how wonderful meeting with Cristina is! Well, she is so talented and I am so lucky to call her my friend!

Here is the fabulous pumpkin Cristina surprised me with!

Here is the beautiful Cristina at Slaton’s birthday party last weekend.

I love when my clients become my friends and I love when my friends become my clients. It makes my life and my work so much fun!
This mommy and I grew up spending time with each other. Our moms both graduated from Lovett (quite a while ago) and they have remained friends for just about 50 years. When E.’s first child was born a few years ago, I was honored to photograph him in his family christening gown at about 6 months of age. Since baby M. (baby number 2 for E.) is now about 6 months, it is time for his portrait in "the christening gown". Both boys were so sweet and happy. They were lots of fun to work with!

Often I feel that life is flying by and passing much to quick. I felt this way today when I went to photograph little E. In the past nine months I have been very lucky to photograph E. several times. As we are approaching the one year old mark, it seems that this year has flown by. I remember the little baby she was- being held so lovingly by her mom and dad. Next, there was her sixth month session where she was adorable, unsure, cautious, and silly. Finally, today she was happy, easy-going and lots of fun to be around. I can hardly believe it but before we know it we will be celebrating little E.’s one year birthday.