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I was chatting with a friend at the beginning of the year about photography, business, enneagram numbers, personality, and how all of that affects how we view and manage our businesses. Sometimes dinner and a conversation with a friend can help you to have clarity about who you are. I certainly had that moment of clarity when she looked at me and said, "You love to photograph love." She was absolutely right!
When people ask me what my favorite thing is to photograph, in the past I have said, "Well, I love babies- and littles - and families- and engagements - and weddings, and I can't really pick just one favorite." What it comes down to it, my favorite thing is watching connections between people. Affection. Tenderness. Body Language. Knowing looks. I love LOVE!
This past week I had the privilege, again, of doing my favorite thing. I had met both Ethan and Jaz, but hadn't really had the chance to see them together.
The way he holds her.
The way she looks at him.
I'm looking forward to capturing more of their love in less than 1 week.
I could not be happier to celebrate a new life with my friends Luke and Heather. These precious babies are the manifestation of my (and many others) prayers. Holding Baby A in my arms felt like all the Goodness of the Lord. Also, seeing "K" grow up to be a big sister with a big smile and beautiful heart brought me so much joy. Life can be tough, but moments like these are treasured in my heart.
Congratulations Luke and Heather. I love seeing these guys grow~
Congratulations Luke and Heather. I love seeing these guys grow~
^^ Click to see more of my session with Luke and Heather.
I started out the year in a beautiful way - celebrating the upcoming graduation of Madelyn Grace! I've known Madelyn for several years now and it felt so special to have a role in celebrating a new milestone. MG is an amazingly talented musician, beautiful, and smart. She is a singer/song writer and everything I've heard of hers is straight from the heart. She has big ambitions and I cannot wait to see where her path leads.
Some stories make you feel something after you read them. Long after the chapter is read, you catch yourself thinking about the plot, imagining what is to come, or being amazed by what you had already read and how the story had twisted in such a beautiful way.
This is the way I feel about Christy and Jonathan's story. This chapter I had the privilege of witnessing felt like a redemption chapter - the one that lines the story up to go in a dramatically different and wonderful direction. Christy adds vibrance and color to Jonathan's life, and he is her safe spot: a calm strength.
I loved everything about their wedding, from the surrounding love from their tribe to the worship during the ceremony to the reception at Papio Fun Park. Seriously, if anyone else is having food trucks at their wedding reception, I am FOR SURE the photographer for you! Many details brought fun into the day, including matching Converse, playful photos at the park, adorable ring bearers and the couples "First GoKart Ride" in place of the first dance.
I wish you both all the happiness in the world!
Hearing Sarah's description of 'G' warmed my heart. She is spunky and sweet, smart and full of energy. She loves princess' and twirling and is clearly adored by everyone around her. I enjoyed their session tremendously and had fun heading back to my childhood home. I really believe it is one of the most beautiful places in Nebraska!
I recently got to meet the lovely and gracious 'P' family. I secretly adore people watching and seeing how families interact with each other. Watching this family together was a #familygoals moment for sure! They laughed together easily, had inside jokes and looked at each other sweetly and with grace. I loved the teasing, but also the thoughtful and more serious political discussions with their teens. They frequently open their home to others (including whole groups of teenagers!) and that type of hospitality and generosity is something I admire.
There are some girls that you know from the time they are tiny are just extra special. Lydia is one of the precious ones. She is generous with her love and her time, she is constantly serving those around her and all the while does it was a joyful heart. We knew that she would need an extra special guy and I'm so happy she found him, or possibly more accurately, he found her and kept pursuing her even when she could barely give him the time of day!
Randy treats Lydia like a princess. He loves her so sweetly. Their strengths seem to work beautifully together and I can't wait to see what is in store for them in the future.
