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The E Family Celebrates the 4th!

The E family is a big group, and they love each other.  Every year they hang out at "Camp Grands" for a week of fun.  They kicked off their annual event just in time for Independence Day festivities. This year's youngest attendee wasn't even in the oven last year.  Look at him now, all cute and kissable:

Here's the crew he joined.  Aren't they a good-looking (and numerous) bunch?!?

After the group shots, we had each immediate family hang out for some shots.  We loved seeing how much the kids have grown up this year and how sweet the kiddos are when they interact with each other.

What a privilege it is to watch an extended family expand and grow.  We love that you prioritize having everyone together, E family.  Here's your sneak peek.  Can't wait to show you the full set of proofs (and to see you next year!).

Shelly and Justin: Engaged!!!

OK, so some things you should know about Fort Worth on the first of July...well, maybe just one thing: it is hot.  Hundred degree weather didn't stop Shelly and Justin from showing up and having a blast at their engagement session.  We had so much fun.

The Cultural District combined with downtown Fort Worth gave us plenty of options to celebrate Shelly and Justin's upcoming big day in September.  It also gave us plenty of time to realize we love how naturally these two go together.  Easy-going and fun are premium ingredients for upcoming marriage.

Their wedding will be a blast, but today stood alone as a great day to see them together, loving each other and laughing a lot.  We heard their story a few weeks ago, and we loved how they fell in love.  Today, though, we got to see that love playing out in real time...

...And we really, really liked what we saw.  Here's your sneak peek, Shelly and Justin!  We can't wait to show you the full set of proofs... or to photograph your wedding.  Love looks good on you.

Extended Family on a Sunday Morning

You know those days when your whole family gets together for photos: parents, grandparents, in-laws, kids?  You know how it never goes quite as smoothly as planned?  And somehow, it's in those less-than-smooth moments that memories get formed that make you glad you're related to all these crazy people to begin with?  This was one such moment:

Sunday was overcast and cold.  The C family gathered for brunch and photos with the goal of getting a group shot and some other groupings to tell their family story visually.  Mom and her girls looked lovely together.  I love how you can see pieces of their mom in each of her daughters.

And this moment of a grandson receiving affection while his little brother played alongside them?  I absolutely love it.

And I photographed these guys when their littler man was a couple of months old.  Seeing the boys now all grown up was such a treat.  The group shots and a variety of others are coming, C family.  For now, here's your sneak peek.  Can't wait to show you the full set of proofs.

Everything about the R Family...

... is about as good as it gets.  We've know the Rs since their kiddos were newborns, and I (Erin) got to visit them in MA last week.  Over the past couple of years, their friendship has grown into one of those amazing things that makes you wonder what you did to deserve them.  I so love this session.

The R family makes time for affection and warmth and laughter.  It shows in the twins, who radiate life and joy. 

Each of the kids is unique and adorable.  Miss L is a beauty, and she goes, goes, goes all day long.  She chirps as she runs, happy, excited and wanting the world to know.  She's almost always willing to slow down for a cuddle or hug.

Mr. S talks.  A lot.  He has thoughts that he puts into words that go beyond what a not yet two-year-old ought to manage.  And he's funny, focused and soft-hearted.  He's got a shy, sensitive side that still shows up here and there, so it's a gift to receive his attention.

 

C and S love their kids and each other, and I love getting to capture their lives.  Here's your sneak peek, R family, more to come... and I'm already counting down the days to next time. 

Sweet P

I (Amber) got to spend Sunday afternoon with this new little love. 

A peaceful, quiet, beautiful babe.  She is the newest member of an incredible crew. 
She is baby sister to Little Miss S, and oh so adored already.

She is daughter number two to a laid back and wonderful Dad. 
He makes having two look easy.

Her Mommy's totally in love too, and I've got great shots of that,
but for now here is Sweet P, totally content to curl up in a basket of grass. 

Congrats F Family on your new addition, enjoy your sneak peak!

six feet of happiness...

Bare feet, that is.  Kid feet.  Sibling feet.  And it was not a feat at all to get these feet to make this afternoon's session about as good as it gets.  The S family made for a fun Saturday.

The younger two kids were affectionate and warm with each other.  I love the emotion in this shot: tender and real.

And I love the laughter in this shot of Miss B.  She's moving from childhood into the teenage years and has the perfect mix of childlike meets growing up in her.  I loved how easy-going she was with her siblings, and she is confident and kind.

Mom and Dad are laid-back and comfortable with their kiddos, and it made for fun, happy photos.  The light and green outside helped, but I have a feeling these guys would have photographed well just about anywhere... they're a good-looking, amazing bunch.  Here's your sneak peek.  It was great to meet you today.  Can't wait to show the full set of proofs!

family looks good on these guys

I had heard a lot about this family before I met them and was excited to meet them.  They picked a great location for a late morning Massachusetts session.  The weather decided to agree.  And the boys were a blast.  The little guy is creative and soft-hearted.  Is there anything better than a toothless kid?

His big brother is smart, really smart.  He is one of the most engaging ten-year-olds I've ever met.  He surprised me with his well-informed thoughts and easy-going manner.  The combination will surely take him far.  Oh yeah, and he can jump!

Their mom looks out for her kids.  Her love for these boys is so evident it radiated through the whole session.  Every family is unique, and I think these kids will grow up knowing they are wanted and listened to and loved.  That's what I got to see during their session.

This was one of those sessions that will be hard to narrow.  So many fun, real moments took place during their session.  I feel blessed having met such an incredible bunch.  Here's your sneak peek... can't wait to show you the full set of proofs.

Last day of vacation...

These guys had a week off when I met them, so everyone was happy to be home and relaxing.  The kiddos loved having Mom and Dad around. 

Miss B has a lot of personality, and she wanted to be sure to get a photo with the cat (which we did, but we'll save that one for the gallery ;)...) Before we could get a cat photo, I told her, I needed her help with some smiles and fun.  Upside-down suited her just fine, and I so love this shot... childlike looks good on this beautiful little miss.

Baby E is well-loved, curious and happiest when exploring the world on his newly going feet.  He held still for a few shots, though, and his eyes lit up the room.  He's one of those chunky babies you just want to sneak in your bag so you can take him home.

It never gets old seeing the way kids who are doted on by their parents doting on each other.  The moments may be sparing at times, but you can see the genuineness of their affection... These two are pretty stinkin' sweet as individual and just darling together.  Here's your sneak peek, A family!  Can't wait to show you the full set of proofs.

a boy, his sister and their cousin

If you happen to be on vacation in MA and meet this guy for a photo session, all you have to do is have a gross ice cream flavor naming contest to win him over.  I (Erin) know this because today we hung out.  Apparently he's a tough egg to crack.  When I left he was concerned, though, that he'd never see me again.  That made my day.

His sister's smiles came most freely when she was active, and so active we were.  Doesn't this shot make you want to be a kid?!?

These two were pretty stinkin' sweet together.  It's one of those incredible parts of being a photographer to witness siblings loving each other.

Adding a cousin in the mix adds another dose of sweet.  These three are peas in a pod, and watching the two oldest kids look out for and include their tiny tyke of a cousin meant seeing kids running and tickling and laughing.

But with a face as sweet as this little miss, how could you not want to include her?

I love, love, loved being a part of your day today, S family!  What a gift.  Can't wait to proof the whole set of photos.  (And tell Mr. M that I'll definitely see him again!!!)

Leigh Ann and Maxim: MARRIED!!!

Leigh Ann is stunning.  She showed up for her wedding relaxed and ready to go.  A June wedding outside in Dallas is HOT, but Lakeside Park is beautiful.  The setting was the perfect backdrop for a lovely bride.

We met Leigh Ann and Maxim at their engagement session and were captivated by how much they enjoy being together.  We laughed a lot at their session.  Maxim's sense of humor combined with Leigh Ann's calm creates a photographer's dream.  We loved every minute of their wedding.

Before the ceremony, guests lined the sidewalk at the park, waiting for everything to begin.  Excitement was in the air.

The ceremony was short and sweet and full of love.

 

This little guest chased us around all day long.  She laughed every time we snapped a shot. 

After the ceremony, we headed to Vino 100 for the reception.  Friends and family packed out the wine bar.  Conversation flowed.  Drinks were consumed.  Life abounded the way it does when people get to celebrate the wedding of loved ones.

We managed to sneak in a ring shot.  We liked the sentiment.

And there was cake... yummy, yummy cake. 

Congratulations, Leigh Ann and Maxim!  We loved that we got to be a part of your day.  We anticipate an amazing, full future for you.  The love and excitement you have is contagious and amazing.  Can't wait to proof your whole gallery!