I think the only thing better than photographing a newborn baby girl is...photographing two newborn baby girls!  I have to say, I have had some pretty difficult babies in my studio over the years.  Not these girls!  They let me do pretty much whatever I wanted!  Seriously, best babies ever!  Big sister came in for a few quick photos too.  In my studio safety always comes first.  The photographs of big sister pushing the babies in the buggy was done as a composite image.  Big sister had an empty buggy.  The babies were photographed in the buggy with mom sitting in arms reach and supporting the baby's head.  Mom was edited out and the babies were edited into the photograph with their big sister.  I love how it turned out!  They chose to have this image printed and framed in a gorgeous frame to hang over their fireplace.  Such a beautiful family!  I knkow they will enjoy thier heirloom photograph for many years to come!

We have all been on a list a time or two.  Some are good lists to be on and some, well, not so good.  All these adorable dogs are on a list that no dog should be on.  Their time here is on final countdown.  The shelter is full.  If you are thinking of adding a dog to your family stop by the Fayette County Animal Shelter and see if there is a special animal that will be a good fit.  These sweet, gentle dogs just want to be loved and played with.  Share their photos and let's try to get them on the list of adoptees! 

I had a fun time photographing this adorable 9-month-old!  When she first arrived she was not sure what to think of me or my studio.  Her facial expressions went from somber to pensive to curious and finally to smiles!  I think she decided she really liked me because there were many smiles to come!  She has a very endearing personality.  She was at a great age for her photo shoot.  She was just on the verge of crawling.  When she came back for the ordering appointment she had figured it out and there was not stopping her!  Amazing the difference a couple weeks can make! 

I had the best time loving on and photographing these animals!  They are all such great pets!  The only problem is...all these fun loving and beautiful animals reside at the Fayette County Animal Shelter!  While the people there are wonderful and the place is very clean, it is not a home.  Staff and volunteers do their very best to give attention to every animal but, it is not enough.  These animals all need a home.  Look at all the sweet faces!  For whatever reason, each of these animals has been let down by their human.  If you are thinking of adding a pet to your home, check out the shelters.  But, before you do that, understand that having a pet is a life-long commitment!  Be certain that you can be a responsible pet owner and then, pick your pet.  Is your next family member in one of these photos?  I hope so!!

I had the great pleasure of capturing the milestone moments in this little guy's first year of life!  As a baby planner, he came in for 4 sessions beginning at just one week old and completing his last session at one year!  So many changes have taken place in a such a short time!  He has come a long way!  I truly appreciate the parents who make the time to have professional photographs taken.  I know what a hassle it can be to get young children to the photographer!  It is so worth it in the end though!  He now has a beautiful leather covered album documenting his growth and changes over this year.  When his family looks at his "1 Short Year" album, I hope they cherish each image.  Baby Plan graduate!!  Please don't wait too long to come back and see me!!  Such a big boy.  What a great year it has been!