Lucky Lady

Little Luci was born 11:01 am on 1/11/2011. How awesome is that? In addition to having the coolest birthday ever she also has two of the most wonderful people on the planet as her parents and an amazing big sister. I was lucky enough to photograph her big sister, Mia when she was about 10 days old and lucky again to photograph Luci when she was 11 days old. Nick and Gabby thank you for allowing me to be part of your life and asking me to document your beautiful girls. You make very pretty babies :)

Here's a quick peek at our shoot on Saturday. There will be more to come but I couldn't keep this picture to myself. Gabby just looks so happy and peaceful.

Tiny Dancer

How can you not love this face? Having ridiculously gorgeous parents only leads to being so beautiful that you melt hearts. Anjéa is no exception to the rule. The gorgeous daughter of two very talented dancers in town, Anjéa definitely melted my heart with those eyes and that adorable face. Here are a couple of pictures from a quick shoot I did at her parents dance studio. I hope to see her dance some day. I know she'll have her parents talent.

Imaging USA

Forgive the lack of photos on this post but I had to share what an amazing time I've been having at Imaging USA. I have to admit going in I was super nervous. Never mind the fact that I'm a creature of habit and had to change up my usual routine and my kiddo's. But I've never been to a conference of any sort and I don't do well in large crowds. I especially don't do well when I don't know anyone. The shy little girl that I was as a child overtakes my otherwise loud and talkative personality when I'm surrounded by new people. I'm pretty sure my friends wanted to shake my by the shoulders and say "Stop stressing about this!" Instead they were supportive and didn't shake me at all. Thanks for that.

Turns out it's been the most amazing four (almost five) days! I've learned so much and met some pretty outstanding people. I'm not sure what I was expecting from the other photographers. Well, that's not true. I was expecting to be judged and ridiculed by everyone, hence my nervousness. Instead I've made connections with people who are kind, helpful, funny and just great human beings, not to mention OUTSTANDING photographers.

I can't wait to start putting into practice everything I'm learning. I've already started a few balls rolling in relation to my website but the finished products might not come to fruition until the end of the year.

But that's okay because now I have a plan. I have inspiration. I have support. I have confidence. And most importantly I have the love of an amazing group of family and friends.

I can't wait for what the future holds!