Birth Photography

Okay, so I haven't posted in sooo long, but I had to post this one. I'm officially on sabbatical...again! It was just too much trying to shoot with my children at home, so I am taking a break until there comes a time when I am able to devote the time to photography that it deserves.

With that said, last week my close friend invited me to shoot the delivery of her 3rd child (gender unknown). I was so excited to do this, and so nervous that I would mess it up! But it turned out fabulous. The delivery went smoothly, and she welcomed a beautiful baby boy. This was the most "real" thing I've ever shot. I had to share.

Enjoy!

Carter Lee Birth Photography

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Cinco de Mayo (sort of) - Midland, TX Children Photographer

Miss H turned 9 months so close to Cinco de Mayo, we had to be festive. So bring on the colors!!!! If I could have posted her entire session, I would have. It was really hard to choose. This smile is contagious.

Seniors! - Midland, TX Senior Photographer

I shot a group of Seniors recently, and here are two of those sessions. I love to shoot babies and children, but boy was it nice to take some pictures of subjects that know how to stay put!!! These two lovely ladies were so beautiful, it was impossible to take a bad picture of them. Their personalities were so much fun. I love that Miss M let me take her anywhere and would climb anywhere I told her to, and Miss E was a trooper to pose with an Eagle!

Traditional Fun - Midland, TX Children's Photographer

The W Boys got their actual portraits taken this week. Their momma wanted some traditional shots of her sons, but I forced her to go to that carnival. So we were able to meet at a calmer location and get some additional shots. But I couldn't help but post at least one goofy picture. Check out the last picture of the boys together. The captions are endless!! Both boys make me laugh out loud when I look at this!! They are too cute.

Carnival Fun - Midland Family Photographer

How much fun was this!?!?! Yes, at times we felt a little adventurous putting young children on these rickety 50 year old carnival rides...but it was all in the name of photography...so it was worth it, right? No one lost a limb, so I think the answer is YES. The boys were great! We were approaching bedtimes and they still behaved. This carnival was full of photographer eye candy, so I was glad I got to use it for this session before they packed up and headed out. Thanks W Family for being such troopers!

Babies in Bowls! - Midland Newborn Photographer

I love putting babies in bowls!! Especially when the bowl is as awesome as this one. :) And Mr. R was so cooperative. I believe he was only 7 days old when we shot these, so he was extra sleepy…just like I like 'em. And I have to thank his Dad for allowing us to put a sweet bear hat on his head. Not always the most manly accessory, but I say there's no masculinity in a newborn. It's the only time that we mothers of boys get to dress them in sweet things.

Happy Birthday Mr. K

My son had a friend's birthday party at Grafa Park. They got to fly kites, hit a pinata, eat cake in a tree, ride a skate board down the grassy hill!! What more could a bunch of 4 and 5 year olds ask for? They had a blast!!

Pink, Purple and Zebra Print!! - Midland Children's Photographer

What is your favorite color? Well, I didn't realize zebra print was an actual color, but that was Miss A's reply! Too cute. These girls were full of spunk, and so much fun to play around with. The end of our session got a little crazy and the younger sister actually ended up in the pool. Freezing water!! We're not close to summer, yet, but she didn't seem to notice.

Fat Baby Legs!! - Midland Baby Photographer

Oh, how I love those fatty baby legs. And I love it when a mom actually brings "baby legs" for us to play with. These were perfect! Miss H is growing so fast. I'm going to be so sad when she starts crawling and thins out. She has always been such an angel on all her shoots and this one was no exception. Oh wait...except for that drool!! I think we had to literally mop the floor after her session. But it was well worth it!

Camera Shy - Midland Family Photographer

Okay, these kids were definitely NOT camera shy!! When their Mom asked me if I'd be interested in shooting out at CAF amongst all the war birds, I did all I could to contain my excitement. My grandfather flew fighter planes in WWII, so I already have the upmost respect for these machines...and now I get to have a photo session with them!! The Dad flies these planes, so their kids are always playing around the CAF. This location is TRULY who they are. This is exactly what I want to give my clients….capturing pictures personal to them.

The New Miss "S" - Midland Children's Photographer

Okay, so I'm really behind posting some of my recent sessions, but I thought it was appropriate to post this session next. This sweetheart's mother came to me 2 weeks after I had delivered her Christmas portrait order desperate to book another session. She explained that immediately following our first session, her daughter lost both her front teeth and had to get glasses. She wanted to capture this "new" look. When she stepped out of the car, I was blown away by how cute she looked in her new hot pink glasses!!! So may I introduce to you....The New Miss S!!

Improvising - Midland Family Photographer

I had originally planned on shooting this family in the gorgeous outdoors. But can you believe that it was 40 mph wind that day? What, in Midland, surely not?! So we hopped over to Claydesta for their atrium. I was bummed that we had to shoot indoors, but I was pleasantly surprised by the outcome. These shots turned out beautiful! Here is another happy sibling group. What's up with these Midland kids actually loving their little siblings at this age? It must be the water.

I loved the color of their clothes. I get asked a lot what to wear at my shoots. I always say coordinate and compliment. This was perfect!!

Amazing Family - Midland Family Photographer

This was my second time to shoot family portraits for this precious family. These siblings get along so well it makes me want to call my brother and apologize for all the fighting we did. Who knew it could be this good!! But seriously, they are such sweet kids. I had a blast playing with them. And the parents were so kind to allow me into thier home before the actual shoot to capture some truly candid shots of the family getting dressed and interacting. I called it thier "At Home" session. This is life, and I am desperate to freeze frame it. I love portrait shots, but pictures of your family just being a family is priceless.