Fun Family Photographer should be my middle name and kids photography should be stress free! Yes, really! Since Captured Simplicity launched in 2010, THE VERY BEST clients have chosen me! Sure, maybe luck has had something to do with that. However, I’d like to think it’s because during a photography session with me, I embrace…
It is a little bit of a storybook, I’d say, boy and dog photos. As you can see in the portfolio, family photos are my jam. However, photographing a child by themselves with something they love is extra special. Have you heard of a cockapoo? You can google them here: https://www.gettyimages.com/photos/cockapoo Our family signed up…
As a candid baby photographer, I enjoy the challenge of catching all the fun faces of my subjects. After photographing hundreds of families literally over the years, it still never gets old taking photos of children. I’ve always embraced mostly candid family photography with a splash of traditional portraiture.What is extra fabulous is the fact,…
A fun part of being a Houston Family Photographer is finding little spots that are great for family photos. While, as I’ve mentioned before, location is not necessarily my primary focus for photo sessions, it is a goal to find lovely places for my clients.Most of the locations I photograph children and families are full…
From the beginning of my photography career, I was always focused on candid child portraits. It’s likely because I’m quite the simple girl at heart. When I began pursuing taking better pictures, it seemed like most of the photographers I knew were more studio style. You know, just more formal photographs. Even child photographers outdoors…
Displaying baby photos from your family photography session should be fun and not stressful.These days, you can find high-quality frames and mats at a reasonable price. Especially with the internet and online shopping. However, if you are having trouble with ideas, check out my Pinterest board. If that is almost too many options, there are…
One of my favorite titles added to my hat over the years has been that of Galveston Beach Photographer. When is the best time for family beach photography? I prefer and highly recommend sticking to the traditional sunrise or sunset time slot for family photos on the beach. The reason is once the sun rises,…
In the world of children’s photography, one photo session that will stand out is a photo-shoot with an underwater photographer. The first time I took my camera underwater in our pool, was when our son was just a year old. I knew it would be something very remarkable. While initially, the plan was to document…
As a Houston child Photographer, I’ve photographed babies from birth and beyond. I love watching families grow One of the best things about being a family photographer is watching families grow. Creating lasting memories in photographs for each family is truly the very best gift. I believe all photos are valuable, be it a cell…
I am so often asked by clients, “What should we wear for our pictures?” that I could probably have an entire blog dedicated to just cute family portrait outfits. Actually, I’m sure I could easily pull from some of the awesomely fashionable families I’ve photographed and make a “What To Wear” portfolio as a guide for…
I was a photographer before I became a mom Unlike (I would dare say) about 99% of the family photographers I know…I became a professional photographer before I became a parent. The funny thing about this is that most people who have hired me the first few years of business assumed I had kids. This…
Celebrate your upcoming arrival by booking a professional photographer to take maternity portraits for you. What could be better? Not much if I don’t mind saying so. This mom has an incredible style. It was only fitting she wanted to take her maternity photos at the very hip blue and green trees near downtown Houston.…
Deciding who will be the best Children’s Photographer Houston for you can be a daunting process. The industry has seen a tremendous boom in those entering the family photography field. It’s great to offer a plethora of options for the consumer, but navigating the process of deciding who to hire is often overwhelming. Deciding who…
Wondering what to Wear for Family Portraits? It is a prevalent dilemma. You are not alone! There are many things to consider when choosing what your family wardrobe will be for your photo session. First and foremost, everyone should feel pretty comfortable and themselves in what they are wearing. Thankfully, there are so many options…
While I have many fantastic photography locations I use inner-loop Houston; my family and I now live on the Northside of Houston, so I would also consider myself The Woodlands Family Photographer. The Woodlands started as just a master-planned community in the late 1970s. Later it became a township, with over 28,000 acres of community…
Let’s talk about a great photo spot for family photos Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. When I started my professional photography business back in 2010, my husband and I lived in Montrose. We bought a lovely Victorian-style home built in 1920 there a couple of years after getting married and planned to live there indefinitely.…
When is the best time to take newborn photos? Possibly one of the most common questions I get as a baby photographer. The answer depends on the kind of photographs you’d like of your new arrival. When you visualize your newborn baby photos, do you see many sleeping baby photos or more bright-eyed babe? For…
A quick google search for a ‘photographer near me’ should be a simple process. However, in recent years, there has been a surge of family photographers on the market. While competition is great for many reasons, it makes it more challenging for the consumer to narrow down who will be the best photographer. The criteria…
Displaying family portraits should not be stressful. The process of printing and showcasing the photographs from a photography session should be at least somewhat enjoyable. But let’s be honest. The average person who doesn’t consider themselves to have a creative or design eye struggles greatly regarding knowing the best way to hang printed photos in…
Have you considered Houston Newborn Photographs Older Baby? As a professional photographer, our journeys are frequently full of much learning and growth. It’s certainly been the case with photographing families since 2010. In the early days of my business, I had specific ideas about clothing selection for my clients and when to photograph newborns. I’ve…
These days, I love Creating Beautiful Houston Family Photos in Unique Light. For many years it was common family photographer practice to photograph my clients in only particular time slots. If someone needed a later morning photo session or an earlier evening one, that was something I would not accommodate. Over the years, it is…
Being a Houston Family Photographer enables me to meet a-lot of cool people! And a photograph is worth a thousand words. When a child is involved, this is even more true! I love photographing immediate families, but I also really love bigger sessions too. Like this sessions was actually part of a larger extended family…
Are you looking for Non Posed Newborn Photography Houston? It is fantastic because that is precisely what Captured Simplicity offers for your baby. From infant to child portraits, Amy captures many candid photos of your family. Non-Posed Newborn Photography Houston is not a new trend. Amy has been taking casual pictures of older newborns for…
I’ve been writing for this blog since 2010 you guys and this will be the first time I’ve used Baby Photographs Houston as a title. This is odd really because I do and have photographed many babies over the years. I very much enjoy photographing babies with their parents at home. Why? Well, this is…
Suppose you are seeking a photographer for The Woodlands Outdoor Baby Photography, welcome. I’m so glad you are here! Hang around for a bit, and I hope you like what you see! What is Most Important? The truth be told, I have never been a super stickler about photo locations in Houston. As I have…
We are pleased you are here from your TX Family Portrait Photographer search. Please click around a bit and see if Amy’s family photography portfolio. Hopefully, you’ll see lots of things you like! Looking for something specific? The portfolio categories are found here: https://wp.capturedsimplicity.com/portfolio-houston-area-lifestyle-photographer/ What’s a photo Photos are worth a thousand words. Where did…
Child Photographs Houston is most certainly my area of expertise. I strive to get lots of fun faces and smiles during our family photography session. I’m a smiley gal; what can I say? Life is short, and I want the photographs on your walls to be joyful ones. While it’s not always all smiles, photos…
Hello, I’m Amy, Houston Family Photographer. There are many to choose from, it seems, these days. However, I’m very grateful to my regular clients who trust me every year for their family photos! Here are just one of those families! I love them so much! I seriously remember the first time we met when this…
As a children’s photographer in the Houston area, I’ve learned a few tricks to ensure our family session together is most enjoyable for everyone! Even dads, who are often not a super fan of photographs, end up having a fun time just playing with their kiddos during a session with me! I guess you could…
When doing Newborn Portraits Houston Texas, Amy very much enjoys getting to photograph families in the comfort of their homes. Amy met this couple of years ago when she still lived in town. It was just the couple at that time, well, plus their two four-legged family members. We took some photos outside and then…
As you may have noticed, there are a plethora of family photographers in Texas. What makes Captured Simplicity different? So glad you asked. What’s important during a photo session with Amy? Look, I am a traditionalist at some level. With family portraits, seeing faces, at least part of them, are essential. Everyone looking at the…
Amy with Captured Simplicity is a longstanding Newborn Photographer in Houston. If you are seeking laid-back, casual newborn portraits in your home, look no further. The Approach to Photographs No matter how many newborns I photograph, I’m always touched to see how a new baby girl brings with her so much sweetness and love. (Newborn…
So glad you have landed here for Beach Photographer Galveston. Trips to Galveston such fun. Only a short drive from Houston. This photograph is just a tiny snapshot of the incredible pictures we can get at the beach! If reading is not your thing, feel free to skip to more Galveston beach galleries here: https://wp.capturedsimplicity.com/category/beach-sessions/…
The photographer behind Captured Simplicity, has been a professional Family Photography Houston since 2010. Amy has photographed hundreds of families over the years. Her style is candid and happy; her editing style has been consistent since the beginning. True to life color; bright and light photographs that stand the test of time. Let’s talk about…
Are you seeking a Children’s Photographer Woodlands Texas? When the mom of these two gorgeous girls reached out to me years ago, she was just pregnant. I must have photographed their family like 4-5 times that year beginning with newborn. Back in the early days of my business, this was pretty common for someone to…
It’s a great time for Mother Daughter Photography Houston. One would argue that most folks favor color photographs. In most cases, that holds true for Houston Family Photographer Amy Leigh. There are more and more cases that go against that thought. Today, we showcase an entire mother and child photography session, which is incredible in…
It seems to be when time changes, there is the most significant impact on Houston family photographers. Spring is in the air. The weather in Houston is pretty solid year-round for family photos. Fall is the busiest time for the Houston family photographer, but Spring is the second most active. What is terrific about Spring…
So you are thinking about Family Photos at Home. I’ve offered these since the early days of my photography business. There is no secret that I love them so much. Home is where children are most comfortable. Home is where you all likely spend most of your time together. Please don’t think your home has…
Houston Family Portraits are most certainly a diverse business. Captured Simplicity Family photography photographs small families and large families each year; from newborn to big kids. The sweet family has been a part of the Captured Simplicity photo family for several years now. This is just validates the fact that photos are for all ages…
As a Houston Senior Photographer with teens, Amy’s consistent with her family photography work. High school senior photography sessions are low-key. The goal is always to show your child or teenager’s beauty most naturally and, most importantly, look like the best version of themselves. We will call them no-fuss photo sessions. A trip down memory…
Considering an Underwater Child Photographer in Houston and this page was found. Well, Amy has been photographing kids under the water since 2014, so this is the right place to be. Underwater photography sessions are very different than regular sessions. They do require much more patience and flexibility. However, there is an element of ease…
The most wonderful time of year for a Children’s photographer. Or at least that is what everyone says, right? We are talking about Springtime. It seems to be when time changes, there is the most significant impact on Houston family photographers. Warmer temps and blooms everywhere. Captured Simplicity offers petite sessions. Did you know? These…
You will never regret hiring a Newborn Photographer Houston. This momma is no exception. All life is precious. All memories are worthy of remembering especially when it comes to our babies. Mommas, no matter the challenges, there is beauty to be found. Photographing life at its beginning is something that never gets old. Why hire…
Maybe you have found this page because you googled Family Photographers Houston. That is great. So happy you have found this page. So many options Years ago when I entered the child and family photography market, there were actually not quite so many photographers out there. It was one of the reasons I was interested…
Just some thoughts on Underwater Maternity Photographs Houston, Texas. There was a time every single Houston Family photography photo session was showcased here. My child and family photography business took off and my time was full of photographing families and editing. Keeping up with this part of the Family photography business side of things became…
I’ll be offering an assortment of limited addition, very special priced sessions this year. Some will include indoor and some out. If you want details and pricing for these upcoming events, please message me and be sure to mention ‘Special Photo Session Event info and pricing’ in your message as these are unique in how…
If I told you all how behind I am on blogging, well, it is downright shameful. But here goes another attempt from me to start posting again. I am desperately trying to make some changes to how I share galleries to my blog, so you will likely see some changes in the look of images…
In the world of Houston Family Photographs and photos for the entire family, there are many options to choose these days especially for photos for the entire family. Do you prefer color or b&w photography? The struggle is so real? I thought I’d have a bit of fun today with a post considering the holidays…
You have heard me talk a lot about Family Photos here. I will keep talking about them because this is what I do. HA! This momma had me to their home. In hind site, I could have done an entire session just inside their home. Unfortunately, the lighting the day and time I was there…
Family photographer in Spring Texas It seems like forever since I’ve updated my blog. WordPress has had a few changes on the backend and things look a little weird to me, but I’m embracing the change and pressing onward. ha! A couple of years ago now, I met this family. I recall their son reminding…
It’s great you found Amy here, who is a Children’s Photographer Houston. It is devastating this field I used for a few photo sessions last year has now been bulldozed and is no more. 🙁 Such is the case many times when I find a fun, new spot; then they don’t last. But you know,…
I’ve taken their family photographs a few times over the years. However, this would be the last time I would see them since they were moving overseas. 🙁 I know they are enjoying their move so much, but I do miss seeing them every year. I think of that silly Boys to Me song (yes,…
Have you heard, I’m a Children’s Photographer, but I also really love when mom and/or dad jump into a few pictures too! Such was the case with this session. We were focused on the handsome fella of course who just had celebrated his birthday, but since his momma was looking so gorgeous, I convinced her…
Houston Children’s Photographer….I will forever be. 🙂 I can actually remember the first time I met this family. They were a family of just two boys then. I recall arriving at their home and feeling so at ease and welcomed as soon as I entered their home. I recall how incredibly kind the mom was…
Now Booking Family & Child Photography Holiday Sessions which are weekday, morning or afternoon outdoor sessions in Spring at a lower price in attempt to accommodate more families this holiday season. (I am also currently booking REGULAR family sessions; see my pricing page HERE for details on those. This special is NOT valid on extended family…
I met this mom in a birth class over five years ago when we were pregnant with our first babies. We both ended up with baby boys born only about a month apart. Fast forward a few years, we ended up pregnant around the same time and gave birth to not only baby girls but…
Since I’m a Houston Family Photographer, I do shoot children of all ages. Sure, most of the kids I photograph are younger, but I do enjoy photographing older kiddos too! I first met this sweet lady and her momma a couple of years back when they hired me for an underwater session. I was beyond…
Child’s photography is and always been my first love. With that said, it’s important to know I most enjoy photographing children with at least one parent. If both mom and dad are involved, that is a bonus, but let me be clear in saying I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE photographing children with just their mommas! The…
I’m a children’s photographer, sure…but I also photograph parents and grandparents. On this day, mom wanted me to snap just a couple of grandma with her most precious granddaughter. I was happy to do so. You can see those hidden in the middle of all the other glorious photos I was able to get for…
Family Portraits with me truly focus on my subjects. While locations are certainly considered, I mean, I want a ‘nice’ location, I do not make it a priority. I suppose the same goes for the ‘weather’. Let me explain. Most of my clients come to me for photographs at least once a year and a…
I’m a Child Photographer here in Houston. It is rarely a dull moment at a session, especially when their are kiddos involved. This was a fun shoot. The mom wanted regular clothes and the kids new favorite little play outfits. These were from Hanna Anderson. I have been living under a rock as I had…
Motherhood Photographs are not only amazing for birthdays, Mother’s Day and Christmas. Photographs with just momma and her child or children are perfect really year round! When this gorgeous mother contacted me, she wanted photographs with her handsome son as a birthday gift to herself!! I mean, seriously, I can’t think of a better gift…
Houston Family Photography has always been my focus since the start of my business. While learning the craft has been just a part of the journey. To have THE MOST AWESOME clients has been even more incredible. I pretty much call her my ‘Kevin Bacon’. If you have no idea what I mean by this,…
As a Child Photographer Houston, I’ve gotten to meet alot of great folks over the years. While all my clients are special in their own way to me, I’m human…I have a handful of ALL TIME favorite families. Those I can count on two hands, who have had so many photography sessions with me, I’ve…
While I may be a child photographer, my favorite thing to photograph on land are families! I think if you read my post, you must think I’m a broken record saying this, but it is so true. This session was so much fun ya’ll!!! Don’t worry…I don’t ask many clients to climb on trees, but…
If you are seeking a Family Portrait Photographer, you are in the right place!!! I’ve been photographing families and kiddos professionally since 2010. I guess you could say family photos are my specialty. I so love catching moments beteeen parent and child so very much!! While I do most enjoy getting mostly photographs full of…
As a Family Portraits Houston photographer, I get to photograph many families in lots of different locations. While I do mostly shoot these days in my neck of the woods of Spring, Texas at a variety of my favorite spots, I still get to go to unique locations with my clients. This client and her…
I’m still a Houston Family Photographer! 😉 I have not gone anywhere! You guys, I can hardly believe it myself I am the mom of TWO little people now. The last year welcoming baby Lilah to our family has been full of challenges and so much joy! However, I am so excited to get back…
Have you booked your Houston Family Portraits yet? I pretty much only have a handful of weekday spots available now, but please contact me if you want pics for this year! You won’t regret it I promise! This family is a dream. I mean just look at their cute outfits! And dad in pink…love it…
It’s always fun as a Family Photographer Houston Texas to photograph families in new locations! Such was the case with this gorgeous, bright and happy photo session! Clearly this momma set the trend for yellow/mustard which LAST YEAR (because this was their session from Fall 2016 here) and seems like these colors are all the…
I offer Maternity Photographs {in} Houston, Texas and also in the surrounding areas of town! To be candid, I do not shoot a whole lot of (on land) maternity photographs as a whole. I do very much enjoy shooting them, but I really just don’t get that many request for them. But please, by all…
Houston Extended Family Photographs, I can’t think of a better idea for your holiday pics! 😉 I know what you are thinking….well, maybe. ha! That I’m ruining someone’s holiday card by posting these photos in October. Well, friends…not the case at all because these photos were from 2016! Yep. I still have so many images…
The time has arrived. Santa is coming. Yay! Please note, this was the set up from LAST YEAR. There will be a different set up this year. 😉 Set up for this year will be ‘traditional’ with fireplace, decorated Christmas tree and Santa in a puffy chair. 😉 Colors will likely be muted red, green…
Last year this sweet momma asked me to come and photograph she and her son in their home by their Christmas Trees. I admit, it was something I had not done before and really never thought to do really. But this family is extra special to me, so I said totally I’ll do it not…
When I began my career as a Family Photographer, I had no idea the amazing folks I would get to meet along the way. I met this sweet family for the first time when they were about to welcome this precious boy into their lives. We took some amazing maternity photographs with daddy to be and…
Mostly I’m a Houston Child Photographer, but also you could say really I shoot lots of families too. In the last few years I’ve been finding my way as an underwater kids photographer as well. When I began photographing children in the pool a couple of years ago, I had no idea how much I’d…
So you’ve made your way to my website by either referral or by googling something like Family Photography Houston. Welcome! So happy you are here! It’s March 9, 2017 and currently I still have a handful of photo session spots open for April 2017. I am also booking a limited number of sessions in July…
As one of the many Houston Family Photographers, I often times get to photograph families over and over as they celebrate milestones. For some, a milestone is when a new baby arrives. For some of my clients, milestones are every couple of months. On average, most of my clients come to me once a year…
As a baby photographer Houston Texas, I get to meet some really cutie pies as you can imagine! This precious little one does not disappoint. Not only does the have the most gorgeous porcelain skin and the most stunning baby blue eyes, I mean can we walk about her hair!!!!??? To die for, right? 😉 What…
Houston Child Photographer back again! Hello! This is part two of this family session. You can see the outdoor portion of this session a few posts back! Be sure to check it out too! I really enjoy photographing families indoors and out. Both are great options for most families. I do feel that many times,…
Houston Underwater Maternity Photographer…yes, you could call me that because I’ve photographed a few pregnant mamas in the pool over the last couple of years. 😉 For those of you who might be thinking you would like to have an underwater maternity session…awesome! But let me just tell you it is no walk in the…
So happy to have been able to photograph this family shortly after they welcomed their first born into the world a couple of years ago! Now to have documented their baby girl becoming part of the family was just splendid! I also enjoyed once again chatting with this mom about her birth story. We had…
As a Houston Family Photographer, when I’m really lucky, I get to document families over the course of years. Such is the case with this marvelous crew! And I do mean MAR-VELOUS! 😉 Seeing the little ones grow and change is seriously the coolest part about this job! Sure, I enjoy meeting each and every…
Houston baby photographer…well, that is just one of my titles! ha! This session will be divided into two blog posts because part of this beautiful family’s was taken outdoors and the other half indoors. It was likely that this family would not be in this same home the next time they had photographs taken. Because…
I have so many Kid’s Underwater Photography sessions (regular ones too, I’m afraid) that are still in the ‘que’ to share from 2016…that is is downright shameful! But fear not! I’m committed to getting them on here because there are so many gorgeous images that deserve to be shared with the world. hehe Underwater Child Photographer Houston…
Family Photography Houston Texas { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } While yes, I tend to love color photographs most often, there are plenty of times when black and white images just showcase the photo best. Because of this, I most often delivery galleries in both…
Houston Family Photographer { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } Photographing lots of families over the years in so many different locations I can’t even begin to count has taught me so much! A couple of times, a location choice has not quite panned out as…
Family Photography Houston { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } Always a joy to get to photograph grandparents into a photo shoot! Such was the case for this family photography session in Houston recently. I’ve been so lucky over the years to have had extended family…
Family Photography Houston { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } What a glorious morning this was! The light was simply heavenly! Within only a few moments of meeting this family for the first time, I knew our photo session was going to be stellar! With these…
Child Photographer Houston Texas { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } What is in a name? Well, so much really. One of the unfortunate sides to having your children later in life is that all of your favorite baby names are often taken by friends or…
As a Houston Family Photographer, I mostly keep my site fresh and updated. However, there are sporadic times that call my focus to more important areas. As you may or may not have noticed, my little site has been quite neglected for a couple of months while I was focused on, well…taking care of my clients…
Spring Texas Family Photographer { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } This was another family which was part of an extended family photo session in Galveston I shot this year. What a glorious morning for warm, summer light. 🙂 Morning light is so very different from…
Woodlands Family Portrait Photographer { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } I met this most amazing family a couple of years ago just after they had welcomed their precious baby girl into their home. I was very connected to this momma from the get go because…
Child Photographer Spring Texas { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } The joys of your first born. Sure, if you have other children, you love them as much and adore them as indiviuals all the same, but there is something unique and extra special when we…
Houston Family Photography { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } Being a Houston Family Photography professional the last almost 7 years now has taught me so much. One of the most benefitical things I have learned is to be a little more flexible with lighting conditions. While…
Woodlands Family Photography { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring, Tomball and Conroe } Oh dear Charlotte. I recall when you were still in your momma’s tummy. Seems like just yesterday. Actually, I remember very clearly when your big brother was a newborn. Knowing this sweet family has been such…
Family Photographer Woodlands Texas { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring and Conroe } The glorious days of childhood. I mean, there are most certainly days where I’d love to be so carefree again. Then reality hits me and I think, man, I love life right now! Although the days…
Spring Texas Family Photographer { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring and Conroe } As a Spring Texas Family Photographer, I’m super lucky to meet a lot of great folks! What a glorious morning this was! I have a photographer friend who shoots a lot of morning sessions and she…
Woodlands Newborn Photographer { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Tomball, Spring, Texas and Conroe } Is is possible to love color images as much, if not more than b&w? Well, of course. I’d say that I tend to prefer color photographs most of the time. However, it’s a matter of…
Spring Texas Family Photographer Spring Texas Family Photographer { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring and Conroe } I recall the first time I met this gorgeous girl! It was back in 2012! Her momma was very pregnant with her baby brother and oh man….she was the happiest, most smiley…
Houston Family Photographer Houston Family Photographer { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands, Spring and Conroe } Oh happy and joyous days when a woman becomes a momma! I mean, it was not until becoming a mom myself would I truly have even an inkling of what such an experience means…
Spring Texas Family Photographer Santa is coming to town again this year we are so very excited to be offering private photo sessions with him! Yippy! I can’t tell you how excited we are for these this year! Mark your calendars! Sessions will be held in Spring, Texas. Saturday, November 19th Saturday, December 3d Saturday, December…
In Home Family Photography In Home Family Photography { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Conroe } Choosing what kind of photography session you want can be a little or a lot overwhelming. Trust me, even a professional doing this for a few years now, for my own photos I…
Houston Family Photos { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Conroe } A photography session with me means lots of activity. I love life and lots of it in the photographs I take for you, my client! I want nothing less than your gallery to be filled with a taste…
Family Pictures Houston { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Conroe } So while a couple of posts back we were talking about Grandma being in the shots….I had another session a while back where grandma got in on the fun! How sweet right? So I’m just planting the seed here…Grandma’s…
Child Photographer Houston, yep, that is what I am amongst many things. ha! { newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Conroe } So I’ve known this family since momma was pregnant with big brother shown here. I was actually scheduled to photograph his birth. However, he decided to make his…
Houston Texas Family Photographer: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Conroe From the first time I met this mom to be (at the time she was still pregnant with this precious gift) I knew within moments of chatting with her that she was so genuine and real. It was pretty…
Newborn Portraits In Home Houston. It is nothing new really. While there are many studios out there where you can go with your family for photographs, I prefer to photograph the smallest children in the most comfortable setting which in my option is your home. No worry about rounding everyone up in the car with…
I would not actually call myself a Houston Twin Photographer, per say. While I have photographed a handful of twins over the years, it is not the norm for me. I suppose it could be because while twins have become much more common in recent years, multiples are still make up a very small portion…
Being part of the underwater photography Texas community, for which there are very few of us so I’m learning. It’s been such a fun adventure the last couple of years. What is likely one of my favorite parts of underwater kids photography is also a curse for the masses. So much of the outcome…
Family Photos Houston: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Cypress In the little world of family photography, one of the many parts of the job is being able to witness on a regular basis children interacting with their parents. Rest assured (ha!), we have much interaction during our sessions. You can…
1st Birthday Photos Houston: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Conroe It’s been so lovely to photograph this sweet baby girl MANY since she was a newborn! Lucky me! Wow, how time flies right as now she such a big girl. The signs of ‘baby’ are fading oh too quickly.…
Woodlands Family Photographer: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Conroe So thinking about this most amazing momma and her now three kiddos…I thought it appropriate to share with you all this funny article I read over at the Huffington Post. With your first pregnancy, everyone had words of wisdom and…
Family Photos Houston: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands We are coming into what many would call ‘the most wonderful time of the year’. Yes, it most certainly is. The welcoming of cooler temps and all things ‘holiday’ is among us. It is the best reminder of the most precious things…
Houston Baby Photographer: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands For my current clients, I began offering the smallest of sessions for little ones under one year of age. These milestone sessions are just perfect for documenting those precious babies every month to every couple of months. A milestone session focuses on your…
Family Newborn Photographer Houston: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands One this is for sure. The arrival of your very first baby is an experience that will never be repeated. Sure, with every addition of a child, there will be grand celebration and joy, but the first will always have a most…
Houston Family Maternity Photos: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Spring. It was not that long ago I met this precious momma and her husband when she was pregnant with this most handsome little fella. I remember chatting with them about how my husband and I had moved to the burbs,…
Houston Family Portrait Photographer: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands As a Houston Family Portrait Photographer I get to meet so many lovely families. I’m like a broken record saying this, I know. HA! It was such a pleasure to meet this family for the first time last year when this…
Houston Family Photography: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands I can recall like it was yesterday meeting this momma for the first time when we met to discuss me photographing the birth of her daughter. This is her daughter now. Time flies for sure. I recall getting the call as I…
Family Photographer Houston TX: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands As a family photographer Houston TX, I get to meet some really great folks. Really, such wonderful families that share their time and selves with me. Does my heart good to witness moms and dads enjoying their kiddos. Trust me, I’m…
Baby Boy Photographer: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands Just another day in the life of a Baby Boy Photographer. Certainly, I shoot baby girls too along with moms, dads, grandparents, etc. As you can see in my portfolio, the vast majority of what I shoot are families. While most of…
Houston TX Family Newborn Photographer: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands As a Houston TX Family Newborn Photographer, I get to meet many new families with fresh arrivals. However, what’s the absolute most satisfying part of my job is that I get to see families grow over the years as they add…
Family Photographer Houston TX: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands I know what you are thinking right now. Wow, look at the amazing images and gorgeous family…but why are they wearing winter clothes? ha! The reason is that this session was back from the cooler months. Hard to imagine those cooler…
Houston Underwater Kids Photographer: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands I’m a wee bit late posting so many sessions. What’s new? ha! It’s actually pretty fun when I get to look at sessions from the not to distant past. I get to experience them like they are new again. It’s likely similar…
Houston Child Photographer: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands As a Houston Child Photographer, I’ve been privileged to get to know kiddos as they grow. It’s so much fun to see how much they change over the years. While I love shooting families…by far, my most favorite part of my job, I…
Houston Texas Family Photography: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands I’m so biased about this family! I adore these kids so much. Mostly because their mom and I have actually become dear friends over the years. I’ve had the glorious opportunity to photograph them so many times I’ve lost count. Watching…
Newborn Photographers Houston Texas As one of the Newborn Photographers Houston Texas, most every newborn photo session I’ve done has been indoors. Mostly because it’s either just too darn hot out, or it’s too cold or there are mosquitoes, or rain, etc. And since babies come year round, it is often just easier to have newborn…
Family Photographer Woodlands: newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands As an adopted child myself, it means even more to get to celebrate with parents who have grown their families through adoption. This is my second time to photograph this adorable family of five. They were due for some photos since the…
Houston Family Photographer: newborn, baby, child, & underwater photography in Houston, The Heights, West University, The Woodlands When I think about being a Houston Family Photographer, I often get just a wee bit sentimental. While I may have lost count quite some time ago the number of families I’ve had the opportunity to photograph, it…
baby photographer Houston: newborn, baby, child, family & underwater photography in Houston, The Heights, West University, The Woodlands I recall so vividly many of my sessions from years past. Maybe because I’m very much a visual person. I can remember meeting this sweet baby boy’s mommy and daddy a few years back to do their…
The Woodlands Family Photographer: newborn, baby, child, family & underwater photography in Houston, The Heights, West University, The Woodlands One thing I can tell you as a Woodlands Family Photographer is while I do prefer to shoot right at sunrise or sunset, because quite frankly, it’s the easiest to shoot in, the fact is that many…
Houston Family Photographer: newborn, baby, child, family & underwater photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands Hello again world! I feel like it’s been an infinity since my Houston family photographer website has had any love. Okay, so really it has only been a couple of months,…
Just another lovely day shooting some amazing little people with their mom and dad as Family Photographer Houston Texas. These guys are super special to me because they are my cousins. What’s so cool is to recall all the many summers spent with this momma and her family when we were young swimming in their…
Our little guy finally put his head under…I ran inside to grab my camera…which contrary to what you may think I really don’t get my camera out often enough outside of work. Maybe because by the time I was a mom…my business was pretty established and ‘work’ and ‘play’ we’re so very separate things. Like my…
The sweetness of a newborn baby is beyond compare, but add an adoring and adorable older sibling to the mix as well as two doting parents and you’ll get a sweetness overload! That’s what you’ll see in the photos below of this beautiful family settling in with their precious new addition. There are so many…
I promised you there would be more from this fun family session! I love the pictures from the last post, but the more I look at these, I’m thinking they might be my favorites! Who am I kidding? Whichever ones I’m looking at at the moment are my favorite 😛 . There is just something…
Isn’t it amazing to think that we were all once at an age when discovering our feet was one of the most exciting and incredible things?!?! I love how young babies learn and play by exploring whatever is closest to them (or attached to them) and each new thing, no matter how small or mundane…
When a woman becomes a mother, it can often feel as though her identity has been somewhat hijacked by the sweet little being(s) she brought into the world. She allows her own needs and desires to be secondary to those of the life she carried inside her for 9-ish months. Now, a mother should certainly…
If you’ve looked through any of my posts and photos, you’ve probably gathered that I LOVE color. LOVE IT! Bright, vivid, beautiful colors really make photos pop and glow. (“Pop and glow” sounds like some sort of crazy product name. I guess I’m thinking of “Mop & Glo” floor cleaner…does that still exist? I just…
I just love happy babies! (I know, I know. Who DOESN’T love happy babies, right? But, seriously, it’s such an awesome experience to do a photo shoot with a cheerful, good-natured baby!) There are so many factors (hunger, poop, sleepiness, etc.) that affect the mood of any child at any given time, but some children…
I’m sure I’ve mentioned plenty of times how much I love my job. I realize how blessed I am to be able to make a living doing something that I’m passionate about. So, on any given day, I would tell you that I love my job. On days like the one I photographed below, though,…
Life with little boys is so much fun! It’s also exhausting, exciting and a really great workout if you attempt to keep up with them! I only have one and he’s a wild little handful on his own. I can only imagine if he had another boy as his partner in crime. I’ve witnessed through…
There truly is nothing that compares to bringing your newborn baby home and settling in to your new family arrangement. All the activity of the birth itself gives way to a peace of being home with a child you’ve been anxiously waiting to meet for the past nine to ten months. Now, it’s not all…
I love when a family has great personal elements in their home’s decor. Whether it’s family photos or eclectic pieces that show individual style, I love anything that’s unique to that specific family. One of the neatest examples that I’ve seen of this is the wall of framed children’s artwork you’ll see in the pictures below.…
It has been awhile since I’ve spotlighted some gorgeous underwater maternity photos! With (hopefully) beautiful weather here and Spring Break starting pretty much NOW, I figured this was the perfect time to break out some incredible images from an awesome session. In most of my posts, I use a collage to display session photos, but…
You might recognize this pretty girl and her lovely blue dress from a couple different posts over the last month or two. There were so many fun images from this session that I had to divide them among multiple posts! This little beauty was so fabulous on her own that I thought her solo shots…
When you look at the pictures below, you might get a little confused thinking that I accidentally posted a photo shoot for a baby modeling campaign. Gerber? GAP? Carter’s? Nope! I assure you, this is just the beautiful child of one of my fabulous clients! For real, you guys, how gorgeous and photogenic is this baby…
Little girls often get the reputation for being super sweet and precious with their baby siblings, but I have certainly known some little boys who couldn’t be any sweeter! (In the interest of full disclosure, as the mother of a son and aunt to two nephews, I do have a bit of a bias and…
There are few (if any) things in life that can compare to delivering a baby and bringing her (or him) home as a part of your family. As a mother, I have experienced that awesomeness, and, as a photographer, I get the pleasure of capturing these amazing moments for countless families. The following family is…
When you first start out as a photographer, you want to build your portfolio and will pretty much take pictures of EVERYTHING to gain experience and discover your niche. Once you find what you’re most passionate about, you tend to narrow your field to specialize (and hopefully become your best) doing the type of photos…
I promised you there would be more photos from my session with this gorgeous family! Aside from the fact that I love these particular photos, this family is one of my favorites to photograph. (Hey, it’s not like with I’m playing favorites among my children or anything…of course, having only one child certainly makes that…
Sibling dynamics are such an interesting and curious thing! I’ve witnessed a toddler boy go from hitting his slightly older sister, yelling, “NO!” and making her cry, to cuddling and giggling with her within the span of a less than a minute. I’ve seen brothers and sisters fight rather viciously, then defend each other when…
So, I’m a little behind on posting some photos from the holidays. Not because I didn’t feel up to it, but because things were so awesomely-crazily-fantastically busy! When I was going back through some amazing photo sessions from the holiday season, this fabulous family in gorgeous blue really stood out to me! Therefore, because of…
There is really no adequate way to describe the feeling of welcoming your child into the world. It doesn’t matter if it’s your first child or any number of additional children, it is always a miracle and special beyond compare. All the love that went into creating and growing this child that has been inside you…
“You first came to us in an envelope With letters, forms and such; Just two tiny little pictures With nothing warm to touch. You grew in our imagination, In our hearts and in our minds. You brought us greater joy Than we ever thought we’d find. A phone call started labor pains Which lasted ’til…
“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” ~Fred Rogers I love capturing the playfulness and rambunctious spirit of children just being themselves. As parents, just letting our children play can be one of the…
So, this is my second post of 2016, but it’s my first newborn post this year, so it seems appropriate to use this as my “New Year” post. (You know, new year, new baby…I think the correlation is obvious, but wanted to spell it out, just in case! Don’t worry, there will be no diaper-clad…
I know I’ve mentioned before (at least a few times, I’m sure) how much I love taking multi-generational portraits. Taking pictures of children with their parents and grandparents is just such a wonderful experience with beautiful results! There is something special about the bond you see, especially with a mother, her daughter and her daughter’s…
I just love fun, quirky families! It’s families like this that you look at and just instantly think, “I want to be friends with them!” (And, as a photographer, think, “I want to photograph them!”) They need no direction or style advice for their photo shoot…they’re perfect just as their awesome selves! (All my clients…
This sweet little newborn girl is just so precious! And I think the name Sloane is lovely, unique and perfectly suited for her. It’s a name that is cute for a baby, but will also grow with her and work at each stage of life. I love it! I am also in LOVE with this…
I just adore families that love to have fun! (I know, that seems obvious, but it’s truly refreshing when a family is so comfortable and at ease with just having fun together!) When the smiles, playfulness and embraces are all natural, it makes my job much easier and the photos SO much better. I always…
It’s so much fun to witness babies growing, getting more and more alert, developing awesome personalities and becoming so much fun! The smiles, the laughs, the cooing and ever-increasing mobility…all of these actions are really picking up around the four month mark. Next up will be sitting unsupported and crawling! That’s when things really get…
It always thrills me to get the call, text or email from a client that their new baby has arrived safely and they are ready to set a firm date for newborn photos! Having taken the maternity photos and then getting to do the newborn session is such a gorgeous “before & after” where both…
Here lately it seems I’ve been getting so many awesome clients who want to do family maternity sessions…and I love it so much! Capturing special moments in these growing families is just THE BEST! There’s something so wonderful about celebrating the life a family currently enjoys while also anticipating the arrival of their newest addition.…
One year olds are so much fun! Watching them learn about and explore the world around them is fascinating and often very amusing. You just never know what they’ll get into. When they have an older (but still very young) sibling as their partner in crime, things get especially interesting! The older sibling always seems…
Oh, the pre-teen years! Such an exciting, confusing, fun, difficult time in life! (You couldn’t pay me enough to go back and relive it!) My generation pretty much just had parents, friends, Childcraft encyclopedias and Judy Bloom to help us through it, but pre-teens today have the internet. While it can help answer a lot…
Although I love all maternity sessions (celebrating the miracle of a new life is always awesome!), I especially love maternity sessions that include siblings and other family members! A mom with her baby belly is absolutely gorgeous and I definitely want to get those shots, but including other family members in the session shows just how…
If there’s one thing I’ve learned while doing photography (and in life in general) it’s that each client is different and has his or her own ideas about how their photos should be. While you can use similar techniques and ideas and have a specific style, you certainly can’t take a cookie cutter approach to…
BASK: 1. lie exposed to warmth and light, typically from the sun, for relaxation and pleasure. 2. revel in and make the most of (something pleasing). When I look at these pictures, the first word that comes to mind is “basking”. I love to see women just glowing and reveling in their pregnancy! This beautiful mamma…
I absolutely love seeing older brothers and sisters with their newborn little siblings! It is so incredibly precious to witness them establishing their relationship and bonding in those first days and weeks after birth. Getting to photograph them and their parents always makes for an awesome photo session. Probably because love is what makes the…
I have always found twins so fascinating! Whether they’re identical or not, twins share a bond that is like no other. Can you imagine having someone in your life with whom you’re so close that you even shared a womb? (I mean, of course, if you’re a twin and you’re reading this then you can…
While I adore sleepy newborn photos, I also love the wide-eyed, startled look that newborns have when taking in the new world around them. I mean, can you imagine seeing everything for the very first time?!?! It’s so awesome to witness these incredible new little people trying to focus and understand all that is happening before…
It means so much to me to get to photograph families over the years. They grow; they change; they increase in number. It’s awesome to get to capture that! This gorgeous little five year old girl and her family hold a special place in my heart. I guess you could say we have some history…
When things are strange, new or interesting, I often think of the line from Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, when Alice exclaims, “Curiouser and curiouser!” Seeing how fascinated and intrigued this adorable big sister is with her new little sister, that’s what I imagine she’s thinking. (I mean, not the actual words in her…
Is there anything sweeter than a sleeping newborn?!?! Because they do sleep so much in the beginning, we usually get some awesome sleep shots (sometimes with those fabulous sleep smiles!), but it’s really up to each baby whether he or she is sleepy at session time. Sure, they can be ever-so-slightly persuaded, but only so…
It doesn’t matter how old children get, they will always be their mamma’s babies. I absolutely love getting to photograph a mom with her children! Whether those children are babies, toddlers, adolescents, teenagers or adults, you see the same love they have for their mom and that she has for them. It’s such an incredible…
Now, it’s not often that I’d refer to a newborn baby as “handsome”, but, by golly, this little guy is SO handsome! Maybe it’s his thick gorgeous hair and soulful expression that make him look more mature than a typical newborn and make “handsome” seem like a more appropriate description than “cute” or “adorable” (although…
This family of six was such a joy to photograph because they are so filled with joy! Seriously, have you ever seen a happier bunch of people?!?! (Not just people, actually, even their beautiful Golden Retriever is smiling!) With two awesome parents, three cheeky boys, one darling little girl and one sweet pooch, this crew…
Newborn photo sessions are always precious (because all newborns are precious, of course!), but there is just something so wonderful about being there at the very first moments. By “very first moments” I mean within the first 48 hours after birth, when parents and siblings are just becoming acquainted with this perfect new little being.…
At eight months old, babies really start having and being FUN! I mean, they’re wonderful from the get-go and always have cute things they do, but it seems like eight months is where they really start getting interested in and into EVERYTHING. (And keeping you on your toes at all times, of course!) Scooting, crawling,…
I just did a quick look back through my posts and I can’t believe that it has been so long since I posted any maternity session photos! (Not sure why, since I do so LOVE the gorgeous baby bumps!!! I’ve just had so many different sessions that I also love! Have I ever mentioned that I LOVE my…
I LOVE LOVE LOVE newborn photo shoots with a young sibling! It is just the sweetest thing to witness and capture this tender new relationship that is developing. (Although sometimes it is less “tender” and more “heavy handed”, e.g. “please, please, PLEASE be careful with your baby sister!”, especially if the older sibling is a rambunctious little boy!) Thankfully, in this lovely…
I never really know what kind of pictures I’m going to get when doing underwater photography of children. I think they’re all pretty fantastic, as they capture the fun of jumping into a pool, the carefree nature of youth and the unique beauty of underwater perspective, but there is no clear way to “direct” while underwater and usually the “poses” are just…
Okay, you’re probably going to hate me for this because I’m about to reference one of the most (possibly THE most) overplayed song of the last couple years, but I can’t help but hear the song “Happy” when I look at the pictures of this fun, sweet, adorable kid! (If you’re not familiar with Pharrell…
One of my favorite things about my job is getting to photograph children and witness their fabulous little personalities. Sometimes you can’t really see it so much in young babies, but other times these personalities manifest themselves at a very early age. The adorable baby girl below is only a few months old, but you…
You’ve probably figured out by now that I love doing underwater photography. And if you know anything about me, you’re likely aware of my affinity for the color red, especially natural red hair. More specifically, I have a special place in my heart for red-headed little boys (gee…I wonder why?!?! 😉 ). So when you…
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, multi-generational (extended family) photo shoots are some of my absolute favorite! Although it takes some planning to get everyone together and it’s not exactly the easiest thing to get everyone’s best expression in the same shot (sometimes it’s downright impossible), it is totally worth it to…
Whenever I go into a newborn photo session in which there will be a toddler sibling involved, I’m always just a tiny bit apprehensive. (I mean, I know it will be fine and we’ll get great shots, but it can be somewhat of a challenge!) As if a newborn isn’t unpredictable enough on her own,…
We all know the nursery rhyme “Rain, rain, go away, come again another day…” and you may think that, as a photographer who could be subject to “rain-outs”, I am not a fan of rainy days…but that’s just not the case! Rain can actually add some great character to your photos (if the client is…
I’ve recently had some questions about my “process” for taking underwater photographs, so I figured this is a great place to give some answers in case any of you are interested! Q: Are you actually under the water taking the pictures? A: Yep. I’m under the water the entire time my clients are…desperately trying to…
In a previous post, I showcased this lovely family on the porch of their Craftsman style home and around their fabulous neighborhood (which was specifically designed to encourage neighbors to get to know each other – how great is that!). (Read that post and see those pictures here!) Those photos were mostly outdoor and in…
Recently, I’ve had a few posts featuring newborn sessions which took place in beautiful white and neutrally colored nurseries. While I absolutely love those, I also adore bright, vividly colored rooms, such as the one below! (I love them all…no discrimination here!) Every nursery is beautiful because it represents the precious child for which it…
Being asked to continue photographing a family as their children grow is a great privilege and one of the things I love most about my job. I love new clients too, of course, but it’s especially great to get a call from a client with whom I’ve grown close and, in many cases, whose children’s…
I loved the photos from this beautiful family’s session so much that I felt they needed two blog posts! In the first post (found here) we focused only on the people without any surroundings, just a blanket and bare wall. It was simple and perfect. In these photos, I wanted to capture the people as…
I love this family and their neighborhood that’s filled with these great Craftsman style homes! The clean, beautiful lines and colors of these homes make for a fabulous setting to take family pictures. This particular neighborhood was designed with more front porch and front yard space to encourage families to spend time there and get to…
When you think of underwater children’s photography (if you do, indeed, ever think of it at all), you probably envision 5, 6, 7 year olds jumping in with goggles and holding their noses. I’ve certainly had clients that fit that description (and they are all awesome!), but it might surprise you to find out that…
What do you think of when you hear the word “soft”? Kittens? Puppies? Fluffy blankets? Baby soft skin? Those are what come to mind for me, but I also think of soft colors. Light pinks, creams, blues, grays…basically the entire gorgeous nursery pictured below! I am absolutely in love with the entire soft color palette…
It should be obvious from my photos and the fact that my company name is “Captured Simplicity” that I am all about capturing the subjects (my fabulous clients!) as themselves: pure, natural and beautiful. I enjoy doing this in a variety of surroundings, usually outdoors or in the clients’ home, which reflects their own personal…
If you’re a regular reader (or viewer) of my blog, you might recognize the room, couch, kids and painting in the photos below. Last month, I did a post (“Family Tree“) showcasing other pictures from this session, which was actually an extended family shoot and included the grandparents. There is just something I love about…
Whenever I’m about to photograph a newborn session, I love going into my clients’ homes and finding that they have a gorgeous nursery with fabulous natural light. I know that we’ll get awesome pictures of their newborn even if they don’t have these things, but it’s the icing on the cake when those elements are…
It’s always incredible to me how many fabulous underwater images can result from a very short underwater session! Maybe it’s because we’re not trying to get a smile, specific expression or pose; we just go with whatever comes naturally to a child jumping into a pool and having fun underwater. (Not that I ever really…
It is always interesting to go into a newborn shoot and not know what to expect or how it’s going to go. (This is kinda true for all types of sessions, but newborns present their own challenges since they pretty much just do what they want and you have to figure out how to give…
I’m pretty sure I might have mentioned this before, but extended family photographs are some of my favorites to capture. (There’s a chance that I might have said that about every kind of photograph I take! Taking pictures of all people truly is what I love! Whatever I’m photographing at the time is likely my…
There is undeniably a special bond between siblings that starts from the first moment the older child is aware of the younger child’s existence. Certainly there are bittersweet and complex feelings associated with bringing another child into the family, but love is overwhelmingly the predominate emotion felt. It is so touching and beautiful to get…
One of the reasons I love doing extended family photo sessions is that grandparents tend to beam while holding their grandchildren. They don’t seem to be able to help it. I don’t know of any actual scientific studies that have been done to rate a person’s happiness before and after they became a grandparent. (There…
I have taken more maternity photos than I could possibly count and I know I’ve previously gushed about how much I love pregnant ladies and their beautiful bellies. For some reason, however, with each maternity session I shoot, I’m always surprised at just how much I adore radiant mommies-to-be! I probably shouldn’t be so affected…
“My fingers may be small, but I’ve got my Daddy wrapped around them.” ~Unknown (or Every little baby girl who’s loved by her daddy 🙂 ) New parents are always super sweet to photograph with their recent arrival, but one of the absolute sweetest things to witness is a big, strong daddy holding his teeny…
I’m sure I’ve mentioned it once or twice, but one of my favorite things about summer is taking underwater portraits. They are just so much fun and the results are breathtaking! (If I do say so myself, of course 😛 .) Whether it’s children or maternity shots (which I think are especially fabulous!), there is…
I love going into a family’s home that is flooded with gorgeous natural light! It’s just so bright, beautiful and makes everything and everyone reflect that. Even though there are light bulbs that claim to produce “natural light”, “warm glow” or “indoor sunlight”, there is just no comparison to the real thing streaming perfectly through…
So in my last post, I talked about the love and adoration that an older child has for their newborn sibling. Well, sometimes that older “child” is actually a pet which views itself as the true firstborn and has no concept that it isn’t human! And sometimes that pet’s feelings toward the firstborn (human) baby…
It is so incredible to watch babies develop and grow, reaching milestones before we know it. Adorable things they do that you swear at the time you’d never be able to forget will all blur together as you try to think back and remember them. That’s why it’s SO important to take photos at every…
There is just about nothing sweeter than seeing parents with their newborn baby! They are captivated, enamored and in awe of this amazing little new life for which they’ve been waiting. Now, I did say “just about nothing sweeter” because seeing a doting older sister who adores her new little sibling is incredibly sweet as…
If you’ve seen many of the photos I’ve taken in the area of Houston Texas Family Photography, you’re probably aware that I love photographing families in comfortable or natural settings, be it their own home or the great outdoors. People in their own home, surrounded by their own style and things, make for fabulous shots, but…
In one of my recent posts, I commented that seeing fall pictures makes me almost want to skip summer (and its heat) altogether and go straight to the cool autumn. Well, seeing and taking underwater pictures makes me want to slap the me that said that and stay in summer forever! (Even though these photos…
I can’t hear the name “Liam” (which I think is a fabulous name, by the way) without thinking of Liam Neeson and his line from “Taken” about having a “particular set of skills.” (Obviously, the whole speech and context that goes with Liam Neeson’s quote is vastly different from anything this cute fella would be…
No matter how many newborns I photograph, each one always captivates and amazes me with their sweetness, cuteness, smallness and newness. Each little newbie is just so perfect and precious in his or her innocence and simplicity. Each one also has some unique, sometimes quirky, quality that differentiates him or her from any other newborn.…
In a recent post, I gushed a bit about love and how it expands as families grow. This is even more evident with extended family photography sessions! I love so much seeing how grandparents’ hearts are overflowing with love for these tiny beings who are their family’s future. I think it’s so fitting that these gorgeous…
Sooo…sometimes I have a session that results in pictures that I think are fabulous, yet I forget to post them in what would be considered by some to be a timely manner. Case in point, these photos that were taken in November (hence the sweaters, vest, boots and fall foliage) and I’m just now getting…
I adore all the gorgeous subjects I get to photograph, from newborns to grandparents and everyone in between! One of my favorite aspects of my job is getting to see and document families as they expand, grow and change from year to year. I love to make a connection with every family and capture the…
I love action shots! Not like “action movie style man walking toward the camera away from a grand explosion” kind of action shots (although they have their place, I’m sure), but real action shots of real people interacting naturally with each other. Not posed, not forced…just being themselves with the ones they love. I love…
“There ain’t nothin’ not affected When two hearts get connected All that is, will be, or ever was. Every single choice we make Every breath we get to take Is all because two people fell in love.” ~Brad Paisley, “Two People Fell in Love” I love that song by Brad Paisley. It’s amazing to think…
“Out on the ocean sailing away I can hardly wait To see you come of age But I guess we’ll both just have to be patient ‘Cause it’s a long way to go A hard row to hoe Yes it’s a long way to go But in the meantime Before you cross the street Take…
The many facial expressions of newborn babies are so fascinating to watch! Their eyes are constantly adjusting to light and trying desperately to focus on the new world around them. Their mouths and tongues are almost always moving, whether asleep or awake, alternating between practicing nursing, smiling, grimacing, yawning and a whole range of other…
Some of my favorite types of photography sessions are the simplest. Like this one: just a couple in their home with their very new baby. When you’ve recently (and I do mean VERY recently) had a baby, the last thing you want to do is leave your home with that baby. That’s why I love…
Although it’s tempting to post a fake pregnancy announcement or some kind of unbelievable promotion on this day that’s dedicated to pranks, I’m not going to do it. I’m always hesitant to believe anything I read that’s dated or appears on April 1st. I was curious about the origins of this day, so I looked…
I love one-year-olds! They are so inquisitive and full of energy, crawling and toddling around everywhere with no apparent aim or direction. It’s a complete guessing game to watch a little one this age and wonder what they’ll do next. Will they climb up on a chair to get on top of the table? Scale…
This is the second appearance of this good-looking family. I previously blogged about them being in a transitional period, as their little boy is in that phase where infancy gives way to toddlerhood (is that a word? If not, it should be). There were too many fantastic photos from this session, however, so here they are…
Sometimes clients have a specific idea or element which they especially desire in their photos. This lovely mommy-to-be really wanted some awesome “sunshine shots”. You know, pictures with the beautiful rays of light and gorgeous warmth that only natural, bright sunlight can create. I LOVE those kind of shots, so I was thrilled that she…
A Baby is a Blessing A Gift from Heaven above; A Precious Little Angel To Cherish and to Love. A wee bit of heaven drifted down from above- A handful of happiness, a heart full of love. The mystery of life, so sacred and sweet- The giver of joy so deep and complete. Precious and…
“A flower does not think of competing with the flower next to it. It just blooms.” ~Zen Shin Talks Some children are just born photogenic, with a natural beauty and demeanor that a photographer can’t help but love. The expressions “The camera loves her” and “She’s a natural” come to mind when thinking about these…
We all know the familiar expression, “Better late than never.” I wouldn’t say that it’s my personal motto or anything, but I will say that throughout my life I have become well aware of my tendency to procrastinate. Don’t get me wrong, I always meet my obligations and get things done on time. I do,…
Warning: viewing the following pictures may cause temporary blindness! 😛 Not really, of course, but the sun is super bright, crazy and awesome in these images. I love it! What can I say? I like crazy sunlight sometimes! The glow and warmth (literally and figuratively) it gives to photos…it’s just spectacular. Sunrise and sunset photos…
If you caught my previous post about a session that took place in an urban loft studio, then you can probably guess how much I LOVE the location below! There is just so much character here in the distressed brick walls and raw wood floors. And the light! Oh, it’s glorious! Places like this just…
“I never knew how much I loved your father until I saw how much he loved you.” ~Author Unknown As a wife and mother, I can attest to the truth of the above quote. The love you feel for your spouse is infinitely expanded when you see him holding, loving and adoring the child you…
“I’m jealous of my parents. I’ll never have a kid as cool as theirs.” ~Chris Gayle That silly quote came to mind while going through the pictures of this cool kiddo below. (At least, I HOPE that quote was said in jest! You’d have to be pretty full of yourself to say it and mean…
I love when young babies already have fun, awesome little personalities! The facial expressions on this cute little guy below are absolutely adorable and you can just tell what a ham he is and will be! Of course his parents are fantastic as well, so he must come by it honestly. Families like this, with…
If you go to Google and do a search for “Is white a color?”, you will find that there is some debate on the matter. Answers vary based on whether you are talking about color as pigments or as light. White’s lack of pigment would cause it not to be a color, but the fact…
You may recognize this fabulous loft and gorgeous family from a previous post in which I mentioned how much I love this location (here) or one in which I discussed the best instructions I can give to families (ones with little boys, especially…here). I had so many photos from this session because they trusted me…
So this is part 2 of this awesome family’s session (part 1 is here). This time there’s a bit more focus on Dad…and I love it! His facial expressions are just too great and it is clear how much he adores his family. It’s kind of funny (or sad, really) how dads often get overlooked…
If you can look at the following pictures without wanting to jump on a trampoline, swing, hang, climb and play with bubbles, then you might want to have your pulse checked! This lively sibling trio was so much fun to be around and a blast to photograph. SO. MUCH. ENERGY! Just being around them made…
As a parent, it is always interesting (see: frustrating, exciting, nerve-wracking, wonderful) to witness your teeny tiny baby go from a “newborn” to an “infant” to a “toddler” right before your eyes. Between feeding habits, sleep patterns (or lack thereof), growth spurts, developmental milestones and all the new skills your baby acquires, the first year…
When going into a newborn photo shoot, a photographer never really knows what to expect. Of course, with a newborn, no one (not even the baby’s parents) can REALLY know what to expect! Will he or she be sleepy, wriggly, fussy? Will there be a sweet smile, followed by a red face, grunting and a…
“Let your light shine. Be a source of strength and courage. Share your wisdom. Radiate love.” ~Wilferd Peterson I promised that there would be more of this adorable little girl and I didn’t lie! (Check out the previous post with her here!) This time I’m including way more session pics and her awesome parents too!…
Before you start thinking this post is something it isn’t, the title refers to B&W not S&M! More specifically, it is referring to “grayscale”, which is a method of representing black and white images on a computer (256 shades of gray are used rather than the full color pallet). I needed a catchy title, okay?!?!…
“A happy family is but an earlier heaven.” ~George Bernard Shaw It truly is a great blessing to be part of a loving, happy family! I adore close-knit families and this bunch certainly fits that description. All the relationships between these four siblings as well as their parents are so sweet and fun. This is…
Although the images below were taken at the location where I originally intended to photograph this family, this was not the location at which we first arrived and took pictures. (See the photos we took at our first, unintended destination here.) Luckily for me, this family was incredibly good-natured, obliging and fun to be around! I…
If a newborn baby isn’t the sweetest thing in the entire world, I’m really just not sure what is! This precious little one in the pictures below was such a perfect and adorable subject. And how gorgeous is his mamma! I was really taken by how stunning she was when I took her maternity photos…
The moments between a mother and her child are so very special and they seem even more so when a second child is on the way. It is the last bit of time for that child to be the “only child” with all the focus, love and attention, so it is precious indeed. Not that…
“Our grandchildren accept us for ourselves, without rebuke or effort to change us, as no one in our entire lives has ever done, not our parents, siblings, spouses, friends — and hardly ever our own grown children.” ~Ruth Goode As a parent, one of the greatest things for me to witness is how much my…
I love watching parents (especially first-time parents) with their newborn baby. There is always such a sense of fascination with this new, tiny creature they have created. “Can you believe we MADE this?!?!” “Seriously. We created him (or her).” “Isn’t it crazy that just a few days ago, he (or she) was living inside me?!?!”…
This girl! I’m sure you can tell from these photos that she is just bursting with fabulousness! (Yes, it is a real word and seems the most appropriate one to encompass all the cuteness, spunk and energy of this child!) The first time I photographed this cutie pie, she was a tiny little newborn, just…
As you most likely know about me, I just love adoption stories and being able to photograph families who have chosen this wonderful path. Following these stories and continuing to photograph the families as the years go by and the children grow is one of the most rewarding parts of my job. To witness all the lives…
Okay, so I know this is “Newborn Session” (and I absolutely adore it as such)…but THIS DOG is just so fabulous! I love all of the photos from this shoot, but the ones with the family pooch really steal my heart. I have always had (and will always have) a special place in my heart…
“Surely, two of the most satisfying experiences in life must be those of being a grandchild or a grandparent.” ~Donald A. Norberg As I know I’ve mentioned before, I love taking pictures of grandparents with their children and grandchildren! You can always see how much love and pride the Nana and Grandad (or Grammy and…
As a photographer, I feel like I am constantly assessing my surroundings for places that would be great for photo shoots. Some places require a bit of manipulation and use of creative measures to make them look a bit better than they really were. Then there are places, like the loft below, which are just begging…
If the family in the pictures below looks familiar to you, it might be because you’ve seen them before on this very site (here). This family is just so great that I’m featuring them for the second time this month! There were too many great photos from this session that I couldn’t limit them to…
Ever since I was a child, I’ve loved looking up through the leaves and branches of trees as the sun filters through them and creates beautiful rays of light. I remember many beautiful spring afternoons that I would lie on the ground, hands behind my head, fingers intertwined, and just stare at that magnificent effect.…
“Kids: they dance before they learn there is anything that isn’t music.” ~William Stafford This quote really spoke to me, as I love how children can just dance, play and run without any inhibitions….and they do so without external prompting or even encouragement! It is as if there is something inside them which compels them…
These two! There is just so much cuteness between them! I love when a little girl becomes a big sister for the first time. She always feels so much pride and ownership over this new sibling whom she views as “her baby”. I remember being really taken by this big sister back when we photographed…
This amazing couple has two beautiful children…the first through adoption and the second through birth. I can definitely relate to their scenario, as I was adopted as a first child and my parents were then able to have a biological child, my awesome little sister! Whether through adoption or birth, it matters not…parents’ love for…
I know I’ve said this before, but I’ll say it again: I think that pregnant women are just so beautiful! It is such an incredible and amazing process, growing life inside you! I want each maternity photo session I do to celebrate the glorious, goddess-like woman who is bringing this new, perfect little life into…
If you’ve read many of my posts, you may be aware that I have an affinity for all siblings, but there is an extra special place in my heart for sisters. A friendship with a sister is like no other and plays a huge role in establishing one’s feelings toward girls and women in general.…
“Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas.” ~Calvin Coolidge Although Christmas is a few weeks behind us now, I wanted to share these lovely shots from a family Christmas session I…
“Where there is love in the heart, there is joy in the home” ~Author Unknown I just adore taking photographs of families who are filled with love for one another! I know that seems obvious (I mean, who doesn’t love loving families, right?!?!), but I feel I am extremely blessed to get so many amazing, loving families…
There is an old show business adage, often attributed to W.C. Fields, “Never work with children or animals.” This is obviously because both children and animals are unpredictable and uncontrollable. No matter what directions you might try to give them, you never know how they will react and behave. It is understandable how much of…
I have so many great memories from my childhood. Some of the most vivid involve us going out as a family to pick out and cut down our own Christmas tree each year. I loved walking up and down the rows, checking each tree to find that perfect one. Thinking about it now, I can…
“Grandchildren are the dots that connect the lines from generation to generation. ~Lois Wyse I truly believe that there are few (if any) things that bring a family closer together than the arrival and presence of children (grandchildren). When a couple’s son or daughter has children of their own, that couple attains one of the…
“The best times in life are usually random, unplanned and completely spontaneous.” ~Author Unknown When you picture a newborn session, you probably imagine a very new baby who is either sleeping (giving sweet sleep smiles if we’re lucky 🙂 ) or looking slightly startled (but still adorable) while cuddled in a blanket or being held…
So, don’t tell my husband, but occasionally I get a bit distracted while driving and miss my turn or take a wrong turn. I like to believe that everything happens for a reason, however, so there really are no “wrong turns” when something productive or good results from them. That being said, I recently accidentally took…
“We didn’t realize we were making memories, we just knew we were having fun.” ~Author Unknown As a photographer (and as a parent!), I have learned that the best pictures of children usually come when you let them be themselves, play and have fun. This seems to be especially true when working with little boys,…
One of my favorite moments in a newborn session is when that sweet, sleeping child gives a pure, perfect smile! It doesn’t happen during every session (don’t worry, we still get gorgeous newborn shots!), but in some sessions it happens more than once, which was the case with the photos you’ll see below. I love…
“There is such a special sweetness in being able to participate in creation.” ~Pamela S. Nadav Isn’t it amazing to think of being pregnant as taking part in “creation”?!?! Two people, through their love, have created a life that will forever change their lives, those around them and the world. It is no wonder that…
Merry Christmas and Happy New year! So I’m about a two weeks late on the Christmas wishes and a couple of days shy of the new year, but who cares. HA! 🙂 I’m not one for cliche photo sets and such. I’m certainly not one for ‘props’. However, this year, with three little people around…
In several of my posts, I have made no secret of the fact that I adore Organic Bloom frames! I mean, seriously, could they be any more fabulous?!?! Although they are works of art in their own right, they complement photos rather than overpower them, which I feel is incredibly important when framing your family’s…
“In family life, love is the oil that eases friction, the cement that binds closer together, and the music that brings harmony.” ~Friedrich Nietzche I absolutely cannot look at this family without smiling and being filled with happiness at the love they have for each other. This awesome mom and dad clearly adore each other as…
“No language can express the power, and beauty, and heroism, and majesty of a mother’s love. It shrinks not where man cowers, and grows stronger where man faints, and over wastes of worldly fortunes sends the radiance of its quenchless fidelity like a star.” ~Edwin Hubbell Chapin When a baby is born, the mother typically…
“For there is no friend like a sister in calm or stormy weather; To cheer one on the tedious way, to fetch one if one goes astray, to lift one if one totters down, to strengthen whilst one stands.” ~Christina Rossetti The bond between sisters is so incredibly special! From an early age, if you…
I think pregnant women are just so gorgeous and I love to celebrate them! What better way than on a beach in a flowing white dress with a perfect breeze?!?! This expectant mamma could not be more beautiful with the entire setting looking like it was made for her! She looks like the perfect picture…
Recently, as a Houston newborn photographer, I got to meet sweet baby Charlotte. I just love that name. So classic and pretty. Oh what fun to photograph her shortly after she arrived. I also got to photograph her brother when he was a baby. It’s been so nice to be able to document him growing…
There is something so comfortable about this family. They are truly so accommodating and incredibly laid back. I’m lucky in that this is the case with the vast majority of my clients, but these guys stand out in this category. Makes my job entirely too easy. These are just some from ONE part of our…
As a children’s photographer in Houston, I get to meet some really cool people. And it’s just icing on the cake really that I get to photograph their family and get to know them even if just for an hour or so. It’s something very personal when capturing children with their parents. While I will always…
Houston Child Photographer…yep, that’s me. But not only do I photograph children, but also lots and lots of families and babies too! I would say that the bulk of my business is actually family photographs, which I do love so very much. I think it is so important for parents to be in the…
I don’t believe in magic, but if there is one thing on this earth that I would call ‘magical’ it is the birth of a child. One of the most amazing things to witness. It never, ever gets old. It’s like Spring over and over again. Imagine a flower blooming over and over. It’s how…
As a Houston, Texas Family photographer, I also get clients from the surrounding areas, such as the Bryan/College Station area and also Brenham. I love each and every one of my clients near and far, but I admit, those who drive to me (as this family did) have a very special place in my heart.…
This is part one of two because we shot until after sunset…and there are simply too many ones I must show you. I’ve never done maternity photos at the beach so this was a first for me. I’ve always wanted to do some, but just never had the opportunity. This year the beach in Galveston…
If you are looking for Family Photography in Houston, Texas…then look no further. Welcome to my portfolio site, which is full of many families I’ve had the privilege to photograph over the last few years. 🙂 Sure, I’m a little biased, but I really think that photos are meant to be shown and displayed. While…
A Underwater Photographer in Houston is something you are not going to see a lot of. It’s not an easy thing to do. So lucky to have had the opportunity this summer to really dive in…hehe…to underwater child photography and get my feet wet. Can’t wait for next season to offer them again! I know…so sad…
This sweet girl I’ve photographed since she was just one year old. Her momma was actually very pregnant with her baby brother when we first met. It’s just incredible to see these kiddos grow up so quickly before our eyes! It’s so much fun to get to see their personalities become so definitive and to…
If you are looking for a newborn photographer in Houston Texas and you have found me here….welcome! I think it’s important to know first off that I do not do the super posed, prop filled newborn sessions that seem to be very popular right not. Although those images are very lovely, they are not the…
This was part two of a session I did months back that I forgot to share. The sun was starting to come up and we had gotten a great selection of shots with the girls in their ‘Sunday’ dresses so why not shoot a few on the playground in more casual attire. 🙂 I don’t…
In the world of Houston Texas children’s photographers, I can safely say that I don’t know of anyone doing photographs like this underwater. Quality images processed true to color, taken with professional level camera equipment and all. When I had this idea of doing underwater kids photographs, I had no idea how much I would…
As a family photographer in Houston, Texas, I get to meet some really awesome people. I’ve been fortunate to have met and connected with a small group of ladies in my area who are also photographers. This group has really been such a blessing for me as I transitioned into photography full time. While there…
As a Houston baby photographer, oh how I love my clients. I know everyone will say this, but really, it’s hard not to love those who invite you into their lives…even for an hour or so. They choose me out of the abyss…and trust me, there is an abyss, of photographers to choose from out there. I…
I think that underwater photography make for the most stunning wall displays in basically any room! Here I have a collage of underwater photos I took over the summer showcased in Organic Bloom Frames. The frames shown are a 12×18 Maryanne Twin, a 5×7 Meg, a 5′ Johnny, an 8×12 Ricky, an 11×17 Audrey, a…
Herman Park is a great place for a Houston Texas Maternity Photography session. This stunning momma had only a few weeks left before her arrival was going to be welcomed into this world. If I said these two were such a blast to hang out with, it would be an understatement. This was the first time for…
These photos were not planned. I was photographing a first birthday party. As with most 1st birthdays, it could not be complete without the ‘baby eating the cake’ portion of the event. It’s always funny to see how a baby will react to such. In particular, if it is their first time eating something as…
I do photograph a handful of birthday parties each year and honestly I just rarely get around to showing any of those on the blog because quite frankly, it’s a lot of photos to pick through. It is hard enough choosing which photos from a regular session are my favorites to blog, but when it…
Such a special time when a couple brings home their very first baby. This was no exception with this family. I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again, I love bright eyed babies. They have such personality even as such a fresh life. Sure, it’s in infancy stage, but it’s there. And as the…
I loved this from Julie Anderson…. “Once there were two women who never knew each other; One you do not remember, the other you call Mother Two different lives shaped to make you one; One became your guiding star, the other became your sun The first one gave you life, and the second taught you to live…
There are so many great photos from this session I want to share. So many that I will break them into two or three posts. These two sisters were nothing short of hilarious. Two polar opposite personalities and yet such a strong bond and love for each other. It was pretty fun to have them…
Extended Family Portrait Photographer Houston Texas is just another hat that I wear. It’s great to have sessions that include kids and grandparents! I really try to capture them as authentically as possible, while also getting some traditional photos as well because most grandmas appreciate those the most. And what an honor to be hired…
I suppose I’m a lot of things and an In Hospital Baby Photographer in Houston, TX is just one of the hats that I wear. I’ve not had the opportunity to photograph many sets of multiples in my business. So when this momma contacted me a while back, I was super pumped about our Fresh…
I was so excited to have the opportunity to photograph this photographer and her family recently on the beach in Galveston, Texas. This crew was a lively bunch, so why not have them in front of Pleasure Pier for their session. I wanted these images to be fun, happy and colorful….with lots of sunshine. I…
Okay. So I’m just a few months behind on posting these pics. Better late than never right? ha! This is my baby sister. I must tell you that on this particular day, on a whim, we decided to do maternity photographs. It was a very bright sunny day, but we only had a very short…
Sure, I love taking photos. There is no denying that. I truly love it so very…VERY much. I also very much love little people. I enjoy meeting them. I enjoy getting to know them during our session. I love the challenge of capturing the true personalities of children. To give mommas a collection of photographs…
What a joy to have the privilege of being chosen by other photographers to capture important milestones for them. It’s really a very exciting thing for me. Certainly, I highly value all of my customers, but when one of your (very talented) colleagues hire you, it has a very special meaning. I was so happy…
The summer has come and gone. I had such a blast with a handful of clients who chose me to capture their kiddo in the pool just swimming and playing around. I am still booking these sessions. We live in Texas and the pool is heated, so if you’d like one of these sessions, I…
From newborns to three…it’s almost a blur! How quickly they grow! So lucky to have gotten to photograph these two cutie pies many times in-between!!! And how about those adorable little baby slings at the end of the collage. Their granny made those for them and I couldn’t resist a few pics of the girls…
The joys of watching your little sister become the mom of two boys instead of just one…so much fun! Love this crew so much! {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Newborn Photographers Houston
Such a lively and sweet little boy he has become. It seems like just yesterday I met him for the first time shortly after he was born to do his newborn photographs. Looking forward to meeting his baby sister soon and to watch him be a great big brother! And even though this beautiful mommy…
It is always fun when I get to clients and their growing families. I met this momma when she was just newly pregnant with this little fella when we did his big sister’s birthday pics. Now, he just turned one. How the year is nearly a blur. He and my son are only about two…
I’m so behind on blog posts. Months behind, I’m afraid to admit. However, I’m going to try and get caught up over the next couple of weeks. So stay tuned for lots of fresh photos..beginning today with a Fresh 48 hospital session. These are great sessions for those who are not quite comfortable or interested…
What fun to help document a first trip to the beach than with photographs. I was super thrilled when this momma contacted me stating they would be in Galveston with their family and wanted me to take their photos while they were there. I don’t do a whole lot of beach sessions, but would love…
Keeping up with our buggie these days has been so much fun! Can you tell? hehe {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Houston Texas Family Photographer
Photographs like this really make me giddy! Just family being family. {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Bellaire Texas Family Photographer
Such a sweet family…even offering me desert after our session was complete. Dessert….of course I’m down for that! How precious are these!!?? {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Baby Photographs Houston…
Loved, loved, loved hanging out and getting to know this family…if only for an hour. <3 {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Family Photos Houston TX
I adore this child. I’d totally have him as my own if I could. I love his sisters and his mommy so much too! We’ve become such good friends over the last few years. So grateful for the gift of friendship with this family! {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The…
Images like this are actually more difficult to get than one might think. I’ve photographed many births over the years and this was the first time I was given the change to even get this shot. Reason is that amidst everything that is going on during a birth, it is more often that the doctor…
How about another fun wall display? This one is a little different. I actually did a collage of 6 images that would be printed on a 20×40 landscape sized canvas. And would look something like this on a wall. I’d like to think that there is a wall display option for every client. {birth, newborn,…
The simplicity of a newborn baby….so amazing indeed! {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Baby Photos The Woodlands
Kids are so funny underwater. I do guide them a bit, but for the most part, they just do whatever they want and I try to capture it was best I can. And can I just say that I love the way the images turn out. 🙂 {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography…
A week before her due date and I could not resist a few shots of this first time mommy to be who I met at a birthday party I was photographing. She is a dear friend of the family and I was happy to document these final days before she met her new baby boy! …
Seriously, if you have not considered photographs in your home….you really…I mean…really should! Just my two cents. 😉 {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Garden Oaks Family Photographer
Super fun crew can you tell? 😉 {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Houston Outdoor Family Photos
So this is way outside of my normal work, but too fun not to share. This is my sister at 36 weeks pregnant, as you can tell. ha! I really wanted to at least try some more sort of ‘dramatic’ underwater shots and I could not think of a better model than my baby sister.…
It’s hard to believe I’ve been photographing this crew for over four years. My first time meeting this mom was when she was pregnant with this little guy. I photographed him several times during the first year of life and then have been so lucky to get to see them every year since. And…
Of course I love taking photographs. No surprise there, right? hehe However, I so much enjoy chatting and getting to know the many moms that I get to meet during our session. Seems like I can talk for days about baby strollers, car seats, well, basically anything baby gear. Lucky for me, most of the…
When appropriate, I do like to go outside for at least a couple of shots, even for a newborn. Upon arrival at this home, I knew I had to get at least a couple of photographs on this adorable porch swing. And what’s more fun than adding the family pet into a photo too…although he…
I adore these images so~lucky for me this momma lives a bit in the country with the most stunning light at sunset. yum! yum! {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Baby…
Currently booking underwater photography sessions! Get ’em while they last this summer! 😉 {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Houston Underwater Photography Houston | Austin | San Antonio | Dallas
What I loved most about this session was how laid back and easy going these new parents were. Becoming a parent for the first time is one of the most life changing events one can ever have, in my opinion. And while certainly we all will have those days (some more than others-ha!) that…
Could not resist a few shots of this big boy in his super cool nursery. I just loved the color scheme. {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Houston TX Children’s Photographer
I’ve been able to watch this gal grow up so much this past year. She is only a few weeks older than our son and just such a doll and among one of the easiest I’ve photographed. She is a very happy girl who smiles a lot. Certainly, you don’t have to be all smiles…
Just some more full of life, underwater photos. I get a lot of questions regarding these photos. Most recently I was asked by actually a couple of people if I am actually in the water when I take these. So I just wanted to let everyone know that yes, I am in the water when…
A most unfortunate thing recently occurred. I lost a ton of posts from my site. A tragic loss not only because there was no rhyme or reason to it, but because it was hours upon hours of work lost…basically forever. So here I am left to first of all tell you that never assume that your…
It’s hard to believe this gal is now the big 2.0. That’s 2 years old. hehe I swear just yesterday I was taking photos of her as a newborn. Clearly not yesterday, but seriously, I recall the session so clearly, as nearly all the sessions I’ve had with this family. Truly time flies when you…
Underwater photography. Something that didn’t much interest me until now. I suppose it’s because now we have our son and I will one day want some fun photographs of him swimming and such. So, here I am…learning and playing around with underwater child photographs. I was lucky to have a super awesome little swimmer to…
In the blink of an eye, my little sister is all grown up and with a family of her own is proving to be the best mommy ever. 😉 We did some maternity photos with just her before these, which I will show you soon. Then we had to take just a few minutes..literally I…
Two of my favorite gals just being themselves. And yes, they really do love each other this much. <3 Makes you yearn for childhood again, right? 😉 This is part one of these sweet sisters. Part two (on the playground) coming soon. { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose,…
I recently had an inquiry for a twin newborn session and although I’ve only shot a handful of twin newborns, I have done it. I thought it appropriate to post a newborn photo that I’ve not shared before. This was from a session as while back, so I thought it would be fun to make it…
Can you say happy grandma-ma? 😉 I thought of a few years down the road and this quote..hehe. “What children need most are the essentials that grandparents provide in abundance. They give unconditional love, kindness, patience, humor, comfort, lessons in life. And, most importantly, cookies.” I think lots of cookies in the future of most…
In preparation for my baby boy’s first birthday coming up in just a month…(sniff, sniff) I’ve been trying to go through and fully organize all the photos I’ve taken of him each month. Contrary to what you might think, I have not completely gone bananas with photos of him. I’ve really made a point to…
Oh the joys of new parenthood. All the milestones…all the growing and learning, not only for the child, but even more so for the parents, right? hehe I think now more than ever, when I photograph new parents or might I say, first time parents, it just means so much more to me now that…
I came across this photograph again just recently. There is another specific photo that I’m pretty sure I shared a while back that is similar (and from the same session) as this one, but this one has radiated with me today so much. Why, you ask? Well, this photo was taken when this sweet girl…
Having the chance to photograph a family after nearly years of waiting for an adoption to be legalized…well, this my friends is a joy beyond measure. I had the honor of photographing this dear family in their home shortly after their son became legally theirs. The ‘Welcome to Forever’ sign so beautifully displayed at their…
Yes, each and every client that I have ever photographed holds a special place in my heart. Even if I’ve only had the privilege to photograph a family once, I remember them and I am grateful for that one time. However, the reality is that those families that have hired me over and over, well, they…
What’s better than a baby? What’s better being not quite a week old? What’s better than a very special heirloom quilt? Hmmmmm. I can’t think of much better. Then you have all three. And bam! The most amazingly beautiful combination. I had spotted this quilt the moment I walked into the room. I knew instantly I…
Rest assured that if you chose to hire me again…and again, as I have the privilege to do with a handful of amazing clients, you can be assured that we will mix things up. While I will always commit to being consistent and offer you an assortment of my more traditional photographs. I also love…
Indeed there was a time when I would do way too much ‘photoshopping’. Now days, I keep it to the most minimum as possible. I strive to get photos almost spot on in the camera and then I add a bit of contrast and warmth to most all my photos because I like classic, true…
Just a boy being a boy. { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas } Come follow me on Google+ Child Photographer Houston Texas
I’m a music person. I always have been. I can remember lyrics (as many of you) from so many songs of the past. You know what I’m talking about. So many songs. Music is such a beautiful thing. It takes you back to a time or place. Funny how the oldest of song can have…
I think this momma and I must have had like a million…okay, not a million, but many emails back and forth in attempt to nail down a date for our session. Little did I know at the time that day would be a day that my husband was out of the country, which is so…
There is not much sweeter moments than those blissful first few weeks with your new baby. Sure, the sleep deprivation is most certainly for the birds (ha!) but there are so many moments that are just bliss. Maybe those moments are so brief we almost miss them…but rest assured, they are there. It must be…
I went to WPPI for the 2nd time this year and oh what fun. 😉 I went with my dear friend Mandy and it was just splendid. While in Vegas, I had the opportunity to shoot with one of my favorite photographers, Diana Palmer. She actually is a film photographer, which I think is like…
As I was editing this specific gallery, I kept coming back to this image. It just radiates with me for some reason that I can’t quite put my finger on. Even though I am very much from the country…I’ve never been much of a country music fan. However, I’ve heard my fair share of country…
The wall displays I am showing you are just more for the design and layout of the photos, not as much the actual photographs. Your photo collage most certainly does not need to be all photographs from a professional photo session. You could mix and match an assortment of different images…old and new, from multiple…
There are many reasons I love this photo. Sure, genuine smiles….from not only a toddler, but his baby sister is awesome, of course. I also love the fact that the dog just happened to get in on the photo. That was not planned but was such a great addition when it was all said and…
Childhood innocence. Truly one of life’s greatest gifts. Don’t let these moments get away from you. Let me help you capture if only just a few. {birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child, family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands & Cypress, Texas} Come follow me on Google+ Child…
My sweet Cocoa. You were such a great little doggie. Always bringing a smile to my face on sad days. You’ve been a wonderful sidekick for the last 16 years. I recall the many days back from my college days when you and I would make multiple trips each week to the pet store to…
I like to mix things up a bit. Everyone has very different taste and so I enjoy doing some more unconventional wall displays because, well, I think it is fun. 😉 This is a cool mix of canvas and framed prints. This is a 20×40 panoramic canvas and three 10×10 photos in 14×14 frames. You…
I admit….guilty as charged. I love pretty much every session I photograph. Furthermore, I love all the families that I photograph. They are all so unique in their own little ways and they all have a special place in my heart. Funny how I can remember pretty much every single family I have ever photographed…
I love this shot. It was a very last minute…let’s go outside moment…that rarely happens. Mostly I shoot newborns indoors, but actually would love to start doing a few more outdoors when the weather permits. What do you think?
For me, I really strive for natural, authentic photographs of your family. I truly long to capture photos that will be enjoyed for years to come. Certainly not all beautiful photographs have to include smiles. Actually, I am trying to really embrace photos where there is not a smile. It is hard because we are…
Just simple photographs of you and your new baby. As relaxed as having a total stranger in your house taking your photos can possible be. (hehe) I really try to make it stress free. I’d like to think that these are the kinds of photographs that could be very nicely displayed on your walls…together or…
A very funny outtake…and it just happened. The look of their sister is just priceless. { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas } Come follow me on Google+ Houston Child Photographer
It’s been a while since I showed you a wall display idea. These beautiful images are from a recent family session I did. Love. Love. Love. Anyways….I’m going to try and start showing a awl display idea one once a week. I loved this one which showcases two 16X24 canvases and two 10×20 canvases, in-between.…
I will say it until I’m blue in the face that these days I embrace and celebrate alert, awake newborn babies. I know many photographers will cringe when I say this. I get it. I was there a few years ago. The idea of photographing an bright eyed newborn…with there wild yoga posing as we…
Not sure what I love most about this pic….the open mouth kiss or the fact that little sister was clearly expecting it to be hers. hehe Real life family photos. Catching the memories that really just happen. If you want some of your own, message me! 😉 { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family…
It was such a fantastic day in Houston, Texas for family photos. The sun was shining…there was a fantastic light breeze…and the overall temperature outside was just perfection. I truly could not have wished for a better day for family photos! This is part two of an extended family session I did recently. This…
***discalimer*** Yet another post I found sitting in my ‘drafts’. Similar as the other, I photographed this family about a month before having a baby…hehe I actually did a pretty good job before going on maternity leave, scheduling months worth of blog posts in a matter of a few days. Overly ambitious? Maybe a little,…
I remember just like it was yesterday when I photographed this precious baby boy as a newborn. I was about 6.5 months pregnant at the time. I recall how this sweet momma was so smitten with her new son that it just radiated from her like a bright light. It was clear that this boy,…
I must apologize. This was an old post I found in the ‘drafts’ of my blog. I have no idea how this never got posted. Maybe because I recall photographing this sweet baby girl about a month before our son was born. I think that this gallery was completed exactly three days before I went…
I love when clients have me into their homes for a photo session. I’ve said it before, I love…like, really love outdoor photos. The bright light…the trees….sometimes the amazing sunshine…the grass…just nature as a whole is just magnificent and makes for a wonderful backdrop for photographs. But then you have indoor sessions. So warm and…
If you are new to the blog, welcome and thank you for stopping by. hehe. For those of you who are not new around these parts, YIPPY! Thank you for coming over to see what’s happening over here. 🙂 As many of you know, I am an adoptee myself and have a heart for adoption.…
When I get an email that mentions photographing an extended family, I get really excited. While I do believe it is very important to document your immediate family on a regular basis through professional photographs, I also am a big advocate to have at least once, a multigenerational photo session that includes grandparents. This is…
Oh how I’ve enjoyed watching this little guy grow so big! I’ve been so privileged to photograph him as a newborn and many milestones after that and now he is over two years old. We recently went to the zoo and got some shots of him and his wonderful parents there. The Houston Zoo is…
Who can resist dreamy photos of a mother and her child? This precious girl turned 8 months old recently. She is two weeks older than our little boy, so it is so fun to watch them grow side by side. I could not resist having her beautiful momma in some of the pics and I’m…
Hard to believe it has been over two years now since this sweet momma contacted me to take photos of their family of three….well, three and one in the oven. hehe She was, at the time, weeks away from having her son and wanted photographs of her beautiful baby bump and to capture the memory…
The love of your child…in particular, your first born….so pure and powerful… so new, exciting and a bit scary…but nothing short of bliss beyond measure. More of this mother and daughter coming soon. { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The…
Okay…I couldn’t resist…part 2 of this newborn session…hehe This style is what you would call a ‘lifestyle’ session. It is called this because it is not the traditional super posed, everyone looking at the camera shots. Sure, there are some of those where everyone is looking at the camera, but they are more relaxed. With…
There are so many indoor photo sessions showcases lately mostly because it has been so darn cold outside. This has been the longest ‘winter’ and the most cold days I’ve seen around these parts (haha) in a very long time. But fear not! Many outdoor sessions are coming! We had a few nice days…and…
I get it…most folks just want digital files. And I offer those. You’ll get a collection of digital images when you book with me, but you will also get a print credit towards professional prints. Why? Because I truly believe that while images look amazing on your computer and online, there is nothing that will…
I was introduced to this family through a mutual friend and fellow photographer of mine. They are recent transplants from California. You might be asking….who moves from California to Texas???….well, lots of people. Texas is awesome. hehe In particular, the Woodlands is awesome. Sure, I am biased as we are also transplants of sorts…I…
A little behind on blogging a number of sessions. This one was from months ago….when the weather was so nice. I’m a bipolar blogger. I try to blog all sessions eventually….but I admit, many get fall into the abyss of my computer hard drive. Not because I don’t love them…I do!! I love every session…
I’m all about getting mom into the pics these days. This session was really focused on this amazingly wonderful 10 month old and rest assured we got some lovely photographs of just her in a handful of outfits and such. 😉 But at the end of the session, I had to ask if mom wanted…
Occasionally, I come across an image from a session and basically fall in love with it all over again. Many times it is one shot that does not necessarily ‘fit’ into the collection of images…instead, it stands out on it’s own independent of all the other images from the series. This was one of those…
Our little buggy, you have so many little nicknames these days…buglet, buggy, buggy boo….funny bunny….where does mommy come up with these silly little names? Mommy just pulls them out of the deep blue sky, I’m afraid. There is no rhyme or reason to them yet. Many times I do call you by your birth name,…
Happy Valentine’s Day (having a baby, indeed, makes you a wee bit sillier than you once were) Baby Photographer Houston Texas
Okay…so it took every bit of self control I have to not just put ALL the photos from this session into a blog post. It has been so incredibly gloomy around here…what seems like the winter that will never end, which for Texas is not the norm. It make even the best of us sort…
Being that it’s Valentine’s week, we are thinking of all things red. Raspberries came to mind. I never liked raspberries until a few years ago. I know…weird. HA! So here we are being a little silly and of course….life is short…gotta have a little fun, right? The idea was to get him real happy eating…
I guess I am semi bipolar. These days I am loving black and white images. Maybe because I am doing more photographs of my personal life and those more often than not, I am loving in b&w over color. But again, as I said recently, don’t worry..color photographs are my first love so don’t expect…
Such a lovely couple. First baby…young love…hehe…I can say this because they are so much younger than me. What a wonderful time in a person’s life…so many milestones happening in almost a snowball like fashion. It has been said that after you are married and have children, life just becomes a blur. I can relate…
If you saw the post I posted a few days ago (which is just below this post actually) you may have been thinking the new ‘me’ was all about dark, dramatic black and white photographs now…but as I mentioned in that very post…that is so far from the case. And while I am going to…
finding my way these days…just truly going with my gut and flying by the seat of my pants…hehe Don’t worry…I’m not going off the deep end or anything, but I do feel this new creative freedom… not sure where it has come from, but it is here and I’m excited to through in a curve…
It is hard to believe it has been 7 months since you came into our lives. It only took me a month to actually get these posted, as these are photos of our sweet boy at 6 months old. 😉 Contrary to what many will believe, I actually am not a photo fanatic when it…
This is actually an image I took over two years ago. I loved this session so much. Since then, I’ve photographed a number of families in their living rooms, bedrooms and such. As you likely know if you’ve been around a while, I love photographing families in their homes. I wanted to kick off the…
I am told that the transition from one child to two children is quite a challenge. I would not know, as we only have one child…hehe. 😉 Then many will say that the transition from two kiddos to three is really not a big deal….BUT then there is an entirely other group that will say…
This is part two of this cutie’s birthday session we did recently. Part one is just a few pages back on my blog. Check it out if you have time. He has the most precious outfit, thanks to his fashionable mommy. So, this mom wanted a few photos with her baby boy. I mean, do…
Photographs with the grands….makes my heart melt. I thought this images would be a great addition to a wall….maybe an entry hall where grandma will smile every time she comes in the door. 😉 This is an example of a 20X24 framed photograph, which sounds really big, but once on even a mid sized wall…
I’ve photographed this adorable fella since he was born. If you’ve been around the blog a few times, I am sure you have seen his handsome face and this family a couple of times. They have made the decision to move back into town soon (they live in the suburbs of Houston now) so we…
It was such lovely weather the day of this session. It was overcast, but so bright outside and the temp was just perfect. These days it’s hard to come by such comfortable days in Houston, Texas. This momma wanted mostly photos of her children, but she got in on a few too, which I loved. …
Some clients are so laid back and up for whatever that I could almost request anything of them and they would likely do it because, well, I’d like to think, that I’ve developed a trust with them and they know that the images in the end will be wonderful. 😉 Don’t worry, I rarely ask…
1st birthday milestones are so enjoyable! I’m sure most parents have mixed feelings about them. Sure, we are thrilled that our baby is growing up….we are loving all the learning that seems to be happening so quickly before our eyes. The first year offers some of the most drastic changes in such a short amount…
Thrilled to photograph families with older kids, as was the case with this super fun family! And add some puppies in the mix and we most certainly have a winner! Many might think that adding family pets into the mix is too much trouble or stress…but I can tell you that most often it is…
What’s wonderful about these two is that I’ve been photographing them since birth. They are 2 years old now. And somewhere in between, I’ve gained a wonderful friend, their momma. 😉 Although many sessions of this family have been outdoors, many have been inside. I think I have photographed these two in almost every room…
Okay…this is part of another post of an extended family session I did over the holidays. This wonderful momma wanted a mix of all the family in a variety of pics. I was overjoyed to accommodate. I quite enjoy capturing families who include grandma and grandpa. Of course, we had to get a collection of…
Welcome to this world Baby A! He’s a handsome fella right? I so enjoyed meeting this family and documenting this special boy’s arrival into this world! Such a super sweet crew with a breathtaking home, made my job way too easy!! Baby boys. Had me thinking about this article I read recently talking about how…
The new year rings in and I am more excited than ever for the 2014 year. I want to create pieces of art with your family. Art that is bursting with life and emotion. I don’t want you all looking at the camera in every single photograph. Sure, we will get a few of those,…
I met this sweet little girl and her mom about two years ago and was so excited to photograph their entire family this time! 🙂 And my, how this adorable girl has grown! Two years makes a huge difference! She’s such a big girl now. We met over near Old Town Spring. The mosquitos nearly…
I had the wonderful opportunity to witness and photograph this sweet baby girl as she made her entrance to the world about 10M ago now. As with all my clients, I so enjoy being able to document first year milestones. How quickly the baby look begins to fade and how they begin to look like…
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You would never know it by these photos, but it was pretty dark in this room, but when has that stopped me before? hehe Okay, there have been a few times when there was just not enough light, but that is truly very rare. 😉 This was just part of a session I recently did…
If you have seen even a bit of my work, you will notice that I love full contrast images….images that are clean and timeless…images that look like your family. In the abyss of photography, there are so many ‘styles’ of photography and within those styles is almost an endless variety of processing. Many trends come…
I had the privilege to photograph this sweet girl last year on her birthday….then this year when her baby brother was born and now to celebrate her 2nd birthday this year. Last year we did outdoor photographs, but this year we wanted some in her beautiful bedroom. This worked out perfectly because not only was…
It was a very clear day and would have been the most perfect day, if it was not raining on and off. I know many of my photographer friends had canceled sessions this very day, but this mom and I decided we would chance it. Most of the time, I am game and very optimistic…
Is she the most precious baby or what??!! We were documenting her 4 month milestone. Her parents have this most fantastic chair in their bedroom and I could no resist putting little miss in it for some photos. As is with babies her age, she loves to chew on her hand which is so adorable…
I try to go outside my comfort zone at least for a few photos at each session. Most often, I leave my comfort zone just on a whim….it is rarely planned. I just see it and think…hmmmm….that will be cool and a little different. And I get that often times being ‘different’ is really just…
If you are on the fence about traditional newborn photography, then please consider an in home, lifestyle (or documentary style) photo session instead. Forget about any props or elaborate set ups…and forget about the session that lasts 2-4 hours, which is common for those types of photographs. Instead, think…one hour of your time, maybe an…
It can be hard to get an extended family session organized. It’s hard enough getting your family session scheduled sometimes, but then to throw in additional family members, well, it can be tough. But trust me when I tell you that it is worth every bit of effort that is put forth. I personally feel…
Thought I’d throw a curve ball and do an entire collage in b&w. I thought it looked cool. hehe But don’t worry…there is a color collage too. Full, bright color. 😉 This couple was so easy to shoot. They are getting married next month and I am so very excited. I don’t take on many…
4 Months old and growing! I’ve had a number of older babies fall asleep during our session recently. It is really the funnest thing really because some newborn photographers (I used to be in this boat) spend an incredible amount of time getting baby to sleep for their photo session. Although I don’t do sleeping…
I love these peeps to the moon and back! It was the most amazing evening….cool and just a hint of breeze. The light was a photographer’s dream! We made our way down to an area called The Waterway in a suburb of Houston, called The Woodlands…you may have heard of it. It’s where the big…
I’ve said it before that I am no longer doing fancy prop newborn shoots….not that I did too much of that ever to begin with…and although those types of images are nice and there is most certainly a HUGE market for those, I’ve chosen to only use blankets and wraps in my sessions….and my newborn…
Ever wonder what a full family session looks like? It’s about 35-40 photos of your family in a variety of settings. The session lasts about 45 minutes to an hour. I don’t like to rush things, but am making a big effort these days to be respectful of your family’s time. I do like to…
Babies are funny….I recall in my early days spending way too much time trying to get a baby to sleep for photos (which I do NOT do anymore) and then you have sweet babies (well past the newborn stage) who just will sleep where ever their heart’s desire. So was the case with this sweet…
I’ve had the privilege of getting to know this family this last year. When we first met, we were photographing this little guys big sister for her birthday. This family had just found out they were expecting their second bundle of joy first of July 2013, only a few weeks after our little guy was…
Don’t hate me, but I’m coming clean…I’m not a sports fan….not in the least. Growing up, I recall my dad, on occasion, would watch gold and maybe a little boxing….but that was basically it. I know, I know…I’m an American and I don’t like sports…..shame on me. HA! If you asked me to name football…
My last grand parent passed away when I was in High-school. I never had the opportunity to know three of my grandparents….my mom’s parents only lived before I arrived. I did get know my grandmother, my dad’s mom at least a little. Now that I am older, I realize there was so much I never…
I shoot very few weddings. This is by choice. I really enjoy shooting weddings, but spending an entire day away from my family….well, it’s just not something I want to do on a regular basis, as you can likely understand. 😉 But I do take on weddings, just depends on the wedding. I prefer to…
Most of the time, there is a bit of a warming up period during a photography session. This pretty much happens during the first maybe 5-10 minutes of our session. It is most common when I’m shooting a new family that I have never met or photographed before. During this time, it is not only…
There are some images that I keep going back to over and over and looking…wondering what it is about the photo that I love so much. I mean, sure, I’m a sucker for photographs in general…and there are soooooo many photographs that I love. It is ridiculous really. HA! I love photographs, especially those of…
I love albums….in particular, really nice albums. I offer my clients just that and they are more affordable than you might think. Albums are a fantastic way to showcase many images from your session in print…all in one place. These come in a variety of colors….leather or fabric options. You can also choose imprinting and…
This is a moment that just happened. The photo was not planned. We were in the middle of trying to get a different children’s photograph and then this moment just happened. It literally lasted only about ten seconds….it is moments like this that it is so important to be ready as a child photographer. To…
This family is loads of fun! I love when families are comfortable with themselves and truly enjoy life. You know the saying, ‘a barrel of laughs’? Well, that about sums this crew up! { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The…
A spunky four year old and two, 2yr old twins….well, as you can imagine…NEVER a dull moment in this home! So this image is what I would call a lifestyle photograph. What do I mean when I say lifestyle photograph? Well, it likely has a variety of meaning to different photographers, but I feel that…
So many amazingly beautiful images from this session! I’ll have to break them up into different posts. hehe She is truly as divine as this first image shows. You guys know I love photographing children and babies of all ages. These days, maybe because our little guy is a little over five months old now,…
I truly have been given so many gifts on this earth. And I’m not speaking of ‘talents’….I can honestly say I don’t have many of those…not worth to be in the talent category, really. The gifts I speak of involve relationships and experiences. Being adopted is one of those gifts I’m talking about for me. …
I loved you from the very start, You stole my breath, embraced my heart. Our life together has just begun; You’re part of me my little one. As mother with child, each day I grew, My mind was filled with thoughts of you. I’d daydream of the things we’d share, Like late-night bottles and Teddy…
Bath time is fun. I mean, duh! HA! And have you ever tried to get really nice bath photos of your kids before? If so, unless you have some photography training, it might be a very frustrating experience. Getting nicely exposed photographs in a small space without blasting the flash a thousand times in your…
Sometimes the weather is not really our friend when it comings to photographs. And that’s okay. I welcome the challenge. On this particular day, not only was the wind completely crazy, the sun was coming and going. Add into the mix the most endearing child who as with most children her age, are marching to…
Sometimes cute is fun. This sort of thing I will do on occasion. I’m not a ‘prop’ photographer, but this client is a regular and I’m not for sure if you can consider a pumpkin a prop. Or maybe it really is. By definition, a prop is a portable object other than furniture or costumes…
Occasionally, I shoot birthday parties and other events. This is not my bread and butter, of course, but I do enjoy them on occasion, depending on the circumstances. Most of these pictures you will never see on my blog because I prefer to showcase the type of work I really specialize in which is family,…
Something new I’m offering is a birth story session which is done within 48 hours of your baby’s birth at the hospital. It includes not only digital images of you and your baby such as these shown here, but also video of the special occasion. You can see the final product of such a session…
Parenthood….twenty years in the making. That’s right. I said twenty years. I can not even begin to imagine the emotions that come with such a yearning that is void for that long. This incredible couple overcame all odds. And when I say, all odds…..this is an understatement. Longing for a child of their own for…
As a Houston Family Photographer, I love photographing families in their homes. Whether you live in Houston or The Woodlands, I have camera will travel. 😉 photographing families in Houston and The Woodlands, Texas newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands…
Never mind that this sweet baby girl is not going on 10 months. As I mentioned, some photos get lost in the abyss and get delayed being posted to the blog. But the images are no less, an amazing reminder of how bringing a child into this world is a truly miraculous event. This birth…
I was so honored to be able to photograph this beautiful union of adoption that was years in the making. This momma shares the story of her daughter’s adoption day: “Our journey to adoption has finally reached its goal. Adoption granted!!! After three years since beginning this process, Julia is MY daughter…legally, officially, and on…
“No, this is not the beginning of a new chapter in my life; this is the beginning of a new book! That first book is already closed, ended, and tossed into the seas; this new book is newly opened, has just begun! Look, it is the first page! And it is a beautiful one!” ―…
I couldn’t not dress our sweet baby boy up for Halloween. I mean, it’s his first Halloween. I must admit that finding a costume that would properly fit a almost 5 month old was a much more difficult task than I planned. I thought I would just have my pic of many outfits. Not so…
“How it amazes me, you’re changing with every blink; faster than a flower blooms they grow up all too soon” I have a new found soft spot for boys. In June we welcomed our first child into this world….a son to call our own. Parenthood….quite possibly one of the most exciting emotional roller-coasters of life. …
Simply baby…it’s just how I like it. Clean images that focus on your child…that celebrate the first weeks of life. Newborn photography that is not about props and fluff….this is what I love and this is what I will focus on exclusively when photographing babies from now on. I love sleepy baby photos for sure,…
This sweet mom contacted me last year to photograph her family. She’s actually a VERY talented photographer….she does the most beautiful, styled newborn photos. Anyways, believe it or not, she had contacted several photographers over the years for her own family photos….all of which turned her business down. Crazy as it sounds…..there are many photographers…
It’s the 10th of October, so it’s time to share my 10 on 10 post. Every month, I participate in a blog circle with several other photographer friends and we all post 10 photos. Be sure to check out the next photographer’s link at the end of this post. I’ve photographed a wedding on the…
When I was contacted to do this session I was overjoyed because I don’t get that many pet session inquiries. Most certainly I would love to photograph more pets….in particular, dogs. I do have clients who enjoy having their pets join in on their family session, which I absolutely love, but it takes a very…
One thing about me is that I like to keep things simple. There are many different colors of simple. What I mean is that I don’t like too much fuss over things in general. As my dad always said to me growing up, “don’t sweat the small stuff”. This radiates with me so much lately…
Twins….Hearts entwined.…So we grew together Like to a double cherry, seeming parted, But yet an union in partition, Two lovely berries moulded on one stem… ~William Shakespeare It is hard to believe that I have been photographing these two sweet peas since their birth two years ago. Time flies when you are having fun, eh? …
My favorite twins! 🙂 The Woodlands Texas Child and Family Photographer Children’s Photographer Houston
Becoming a big brother or sister is a very exciting thing….maybe if you are like 10. But when you are two and a half, it takes you a while to warm up to this new little person who is consuming much of what used to be ‘your’ time with mom and dad. Now all that…
Yep…it’s our baby boy. These were taken (by me) when he was 10 days old. He just turned 12 weeks yesterday. I am making a point to not be a complete crazy person with the photos…but about twice each week, I break out my ‘real’ camera to take some photos. I try not to go…
This is an oldie, but a goodie! Funny how photographs bring back memories…even from years ago. I photographed this family almost two years ago, yet the memory of our session radiates such joy when I am reminded of it through photos such as this that I took at the session. What good are photographs if…
As many of you know, I’ve been on maternity leave…sort of. hehe. There were a few sessions that I took on with returning clients and referrals that I have taken on, but for the most part I’ve been enjoying our sweet baby boy these days. It’s been really nice because as I already begin to…
More photos found trapped on my computer. Don’t worry, the client received their images long ago, but these were never featured on the blog…until now. What fun to photographs fathers and sons playing together… { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Garden Oaks, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks,…
Sure, my specialty is children, but most certainly I enjoy photographing families whose ‘children’ have four legs. hehe. I have a soft spot specifically for dogs. My own sweet puppy is going on seventeen years. Crazy, right? And she is still showing signs of life. So, okay, her sight is not the greatest and she…
Recently I’ve had quite a number of requests lately for a beginner workshop/class to help those of you struggling with your digital SLR camera. These classes will be relaxed, but pretty thorough covering quite a bit of information for beginners. However, I can speak from my own experience that it’s not rocket science and you…
As many newbie photographers do, in the early days of my business I was just trying to find my way of sorts. Just like learning any craft, you spend endless hours feeling a bit overwhelmed with the plethora of information and ‘stuff’ to learn. For photography, not only do you have to learn how to…
I’ve said it many times before. Shooting in full sun is really hard. I mean really hard! In particular when you are shooting a family with kids. I would say that shooting an adult or teenager would be a much easier task. Why you ask? Well, when shooting in full sun, it’s so much more…
Eight is Enough???…maybe or maybe not. 🙂 Of course when this mom first contact me months before our session and she told me that she had six children, of course, one of the first things that popped in my head was that television show from (what seems like) an eternity ago. Some of you will…
I am officially one of those photographer moms with like a thousand photographs already of my baby boy and he is only less than two months old now. These photographs were actually taken a few weeks ago when he was officially four weeks old. I’ve caught little smiles here and there, but this week was…
We didn’t have really any little boys in the family when I was young. I have one sister and my cousins that I mentioned in the last post were all girls. Come to think of it, I don’t recall any boy cousins that I was around at all. The first little cousin that was a…
Since having my own baby just weeks ago, I’ve been so sentimental about family. These are a few shots I took of my cousin almost a year ago now while she was pregnant with my second cousin, a baby girl we call Rae. I came across these photos in a recent computer file purge, that…
In a million years you would have never convinced me that when I was ‘grown’ I would be a professional baby photographer. I mean, I knew people had their babies photographed professionally, but it seemed so rare that one could actually make a living doing such. Certainly, I would guess in the last 10 years…
I never thought too much about black and white photographs before I became a photographer. If you have lots of time on your hand and want to read all about this subject, you should check out the New York Institute of Photography page here or certainly good ole Wikipedia has some really nice info too…
This precious baby girl decided to comes weeks early. Surprise. 🙂 On the very night of this family’s maternity session with me. I know, crazy, right? We had our session at 6:00pm and then (if I remember correctly) this mom’s water broke at 8:00pm that evening after they arrived home. ‘Gotta love baby surprises, right!!?? …
I recall the very day that I met with this mom for the first time. She had contacted me about a newborn session and we decided to meet at a little place in Montrose called Cafe Brasil, which is this very quaint little place that you should totally try if you are in the area…they…
Sometimes when my subjects are so accommodating it throws me for a loop. It sounds crazy, I know. Many might feel like older children would be ‘easier’, but for me, that is not necessarily the case. Don’t get me wrong I LOVE photographing kids of ALL ages….no question, but be cause I don’t have as…
Is she a living doll or what??!! I was honored to photograph this little sweet baby girl as she made her grand entrance into this world at her birth. And now, 4 months later, I get to photograph her again! How time flies! Watching and capturing these babies grow is so amazing and such a…
You’ll likely be seeing lots of this little man on the blog…I won’t even apologize. hehe. He’s our little, precious baby boy…who is growing so quickly already! This photograph was taken a week ago. He’s four weeks and three days today. I know, I know…he has the best hair. He gets it from his momma. …
So excited to shoot at this new location in The Woodlands thanks to my photographer group of friends. <3 It’s so important as a professional who works from home (in my opinion) to have a good support group of other professionals who do what you do. It was quite a bit of change for me…
Close your eyes, little one….may you dream lovely things an wake to find them real…. { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas } Come follow me on Google+ Houston Baby Photographer
I was excited to shoot in a new location for this shoot. I had heard about this park and seen photographs from the site, but had not yet had the opportunity to shoot here. WOW! It was a great spot! The lighting was just amazing. This family was so fun to work with. I was…
I’ve been a little preoccupied these days. This was me just a few weeks ago…a self portrait of my belly… And basically right on his due date…yep, crazy…considering I (and my midwife) were pretty sure I would go over my due date… our sweet baby boy, Nathaniel arrived more perfect than any mom could ask…
‘Nothing like twins to give you a great workout during a shoot! 🙂 We had such a nice time and this family is so lovely. Good thing I wore my tennis shoes. HA! And you may be wondering…hmmm…it’s July outside and these crazy people are wearing winterish clothes….well, they are not crazy, nor or you. …
I have no earthy idea how this session never got blogged considering how amazing beautiful this mommy to be was! At times when it’s just so busy, the blog gets neglected. It is what it is, but now it’s time for this session to makes it’s dé·but on the blog…even if months and months overdue. …
I think she will always be one the the best dressed girls in town, if her momma has anything to do with it. 😉 { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas } Come follow me on…
Take three siblings, ages 3 and under. Throw in grandma and grandpa. Give me about 3 minutes. And voila! We get a handful of perfectly imperfect, priceless moments. In black and white, of course, for a timeless look. {love} { birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West…
The more I photograph families in the Woodlands and the Houston surrounding area, the more I realize that wardrobe should not be something to worry about. Of course, lots of wording and logos are not really ideal, but other than that, I’d say almost anything goes. I want my clients to ALL feel the most…
What a joy to get to see Miss A grow this year. Time flies when you are having fun! This girl is such a happy child. A product of her super cool parents I suppose. 🙂 This family is such a breeze to photograph and I simply adore that they like to include their two…
As a Woodlands Family Photographer, I do love when moms want to get photographs of their children at an older age. It seems that so often as the kids get older, the priority of professional photographs falls to the wayside. So it tickles me pink when I get to photograph kids of all ages! These…
Woodlands Family Photographer, yep, that’s me. Hello. Thank you for stopping by. How about this photo? I love the looks on both their faces. Simply priceless. I will call this shot…the real world. HA! The Woodlands Family Photographer newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks,…
Newborn photography is something so very special. Being allowed to capture the newness of a little person so soon after their entrance into this world. I’ll say it until I’m blue in the face…they change so fast…and when mom’s find it a priority to have me photograph these earliest moments, I can’t help but to…
This family was a photographer’s dream. So easy to photograph and a lot of fun. Thank you guys for choosing me to capture this very special time in your lives!! Houston Family Photographer birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands…
Houston photographer, yep, that’s me. Hello and welcome to my blog. I photograph mostly kids and families. I so much enjoy capturing children in their sort of element as we will call it. Most often this means sharing moments with them and something that they love at this stage in their life. For this sweet…
We really had the most fantastic light this particular evening. And certainly what makes this work is a VERY awesome client who fully trust my judgement on location…even if that means riding through what some would call not so great, back woods roads…well, I can’t even really call what we drove down an official ‘road’…I…
My dear friend Nicole did take official maternity photographs of me at 36 weeks, but I had in mind that I wanted to do a few maternity self portraits at 38, 39 and 40 weeks of my bare belly. This is VERY much WAY out of my comfort zone, but I figured what the heck. …
What really sends me to the moon and back are families that are so fun and fluid to shoot. What I mean is ones that I can just let go with and take photographs without a worry in the world. The C Family is one of those families. I’ve had the privilege to know them…
She was bright eyed and bushy tailed…which can be challenging for a newborn session. However, you gotta just roll with it. So we did and isn’t she just gorgeous? I love her different expressions.
Just a reminder that I do offer what I call ‘Fresh 48 Sessions‘. These are small sessions taken at the hospital within 48 hours of your baby’s birth. These are very much documentary style photographs and are a great option for those who aren’t quite ready for full out birth photos or who are not…
A few little outtakes (of sorts) that I took of these cuties sometime ago. I fell in love with them all over again and had to share. <3
When Miss A’s mom contacted me to photograph Miss A in her baptismal dress, I was so excited. What a very special occasion and I knew the dress would be fabulous. It did not disappoint. It’s a family heirloom, of course. Me, a sucker for anything ‘old’ quickly fell in love. Are they the most…
What a fun year watching this little guy grow! He’s so handsome wouldn’t you say? 🙂
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It was scorching hot outside this particular day in May, which is was a little surprising since the weather these days in H-town has been pretty mild. However, we endured the heat and crazy bright sun to get some great photographs of Miss A, who just celebrated her 2nd birthday. And what’s more fun…
You really have no idea until you see these two together how well they get along. It is really the most beautiful thing to see. Two beautiful sisters. The love between them shines so bright. I love being able to capture these moments. Houston Children’s Photographer birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in…
There are so many babies coming this year! So many beautiful pregnant mommies! This mom wanted to use balloons for her gender reveal as many of you have seen on Pinterest. They are so fun! And we had to get a few other shots as well. At the time we took the pics, we were…
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If you only knew how special this week was for this family! They had just spent two weeks in China awaiting the opportunity to bring their daughter and son home. I felt so honored to have been able to capture these moments for them shortly after their return to the states. <3 .
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What a fun night. Who knew that on this very evening…only about two hours after we had wrapped up our session, this sweet mom would actually go into labor. Yep, that’s right. Nothing like getting your labor started like a photography session. 🙂 So, Miss J decided to make her entrance into this world a…
The sun was crazy this day, which is something I normally try to avoid, but sometimes it just unavoidable. The thing about this morning was that they sun was over the top blaring bright and then within an instant, it was just medium bright. And then, in a blink of an eye, there was shade. …
Let me first preface by saying this ‘session’ was totally not planned. I can’t even really call it an official session really. You see, my sister, brother in law and nephew were all in town for a little last minute visit recently. While my sister and I were was busy with another commitments one day,…
One of the most docile pups I’ve ever know. Unfortunately, not my own, but had to snap a photograph because she was looking so peaceful.
This sweet boy is even sweeter than he looks. <3 He just became a big brother and I was actually at his home to photograph his beautiful new baby sister (which you will see more of soon!), but couldn’t resist a few of him by himself since he has a birthday just around the corner. …
I do enjoy photographing older children, but I (unfortunately) don’t get to do it quite as much as younger kiddos. I guess life gets the best of everyone as the children grow and professional photography becomes less of a priority for many families. (Of course) I feel families should at least have one pro…
It’s so simple, yet so divine; the way the love between mother and child shines so bright so early on. I so enjoy photographing the early moments between the two. It’s such a privilege to be a part of. The beauty of motherhood….makes me swoon every time.
I love the color and the b&w for different reasons. I can’t decide which one I prefer so I’m showing you both. 🙂 Houston Child Photographers birth, newborn, maternity, baby, child & family photography in Houston, The Heights, Montrose, Bellaire, West University, River Oaks, Rice Village, The Woodlands and Cypress, Texas © Captured Simplicity
I love watching kids grow up. I enjoy seeing them become more little people than children. Sure, they are still very much a child still, but they are developing these very distinct personalities and becoming just much more aware of. Well, everything: Maybe too much. ha! Never the less, I feel so special being able…
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I had a nice time with this couple. I can not take credit for the ‘bump ahead’ photos. That was something that this creative momma came up with prior to our shoot as something she wanted to do. And I was game. 🙂 I can’t wait to meet their little girl this summer. Houston Pregnancy…
If you are a current client and would like to have a fun Facebook timeline created, here are your options for design. Some templates that are solid color may be tweaked a little for a different color of your choice, but mostly the design stays as is because it’s FREE. You can pick the photos…
I recently discovered the coolest little iphone app. I know, I know…there are so many awesome apps out there, but this one is not only super cool but so ridiculously easy to use. Even though I always encourage professional photographs, I certainly am not naive to the real world. And the real world takes pictures….and…
I can’t begin to tell you how much I enjoyed this session. Such a laid back crew with the sweetest puppies, of whom they wanted in some of the photos, which if you know me, I was more than happy to oblige. Upon first meeting this new mom & dad, I sensed just the most…
This sweet girl has so much going for her, inside and out! 🙂 Can you tell she was so incredibly easy to photograph? Well, she was!
No matter what stage of life, it’s never too early or too late for family photographs. I know many of you may be thinking…well, my kids are older now and (insert whatever reasons here)….but seriously, the time is now. Life continues in fast forward mode and we can never get these moments back. Consider professional…
I loved these pics from a very special 1 yr session I just shot. Father and son photos in heavy b&w processing. Makes me so happy! That little tooth in the last shot just really did me in. 😉
I just love this pic. This little guy’s dad is a big Star Wars fan. Can you tell? 🙂
I love this display. What a fun family this was to photograph. Easy breezy. 😉 They were in town for vacation from the big apply, New York, to introduce their new baby to the grandparents and great grandparents for the first time. Of course I had to get a few the baby with the new…
This little guy is already 8 Months old now and just growing so fast. I’m lucky that I get to see him every few months to celebrate his milestones in photographs because he is part of the ‘Grow with Me Plan’. If you are interested in this plan, I only take a small number per…
It was the most lovely weather this day in late January. And the icing on the cake was that I got to meet and photograph this wonderful family!
I struggled for some time to get my black and white processing just as I wanted it. And still, there are some images that take a little more time, but I’ve basically come up with two b&w processing styles that I like to use pretty consistently. One very important tip I can give is that…
When Mrs. C contacted me to surprise her mom with ‘mom & daughter’ pics, I was so ecstatic I could hardly contain myself! It was even more exciting because I had just shot her wedding last year and I thought it was so cool to have grown up pics of her and her mom. …
Every week, at least for the next 15 weeks, I will be featuring a what to wear post. 🙂 And here is number one…since it’s still a little cold outside. These would be great for Winter or Fall.
I recently designed a marketing piece for our organization Red Thread Sessions, that is very dear to my heart. I only take a limited amount of these sessions per year, so if you or someone you know might be interested, please contact me asap. If you want to know more about this awesome charity, be…
This gal is a ball of endless fun…and so darn cute!!
I did this photo in a sepia black and white processing. For some reason it just stood out to me with this old fashioned tone. Action shots like this one are challenging for me. I end up taking like 30 pics and maybe two or three actually come out because hitting the focus is tough. …
‘Way so many photos that I loved from this session. What really made it so special is that this mom is also a photographer. She was overdue for photographs with her and her daughter. I can’t say enough how important it is for moms to GET IN photographs with their children. I guarantee that years…
So don’t shoot me. This pic is from months ago. There are so many pictures that need to be blogged from last holiday season. I’m slowly getting around to them. For now, I just love this one and it made me so happy when I came across it again recently.
Just being around this family always brings a smile to my face. <3
Spring is in the air….okay…almost in the air. It’s almost ‘that’ time of year when the Houston weather is actually quite bearable. The wildflowers will be blooming soon and my schedule will be full of wonderful families wanting to document this time in photographs. (YAY!) I’ve not done a ‘what to wear’ in a while…
From the moment this crew stepped out of their car, I knew it would be so easy! Their mom did such a fantastic job dressing all her boys! I couldn’t have asked for a better looking (and behaving) group of little men and their gorgeous mom and dad. 🙂
I created this (not so little) collage with photographs from a session I did over the holidays… I know, it looks tiny on the computer, but imagine it being printed on a 20×48 canvas (with an added white border/mat) and putting it over your sofa. It might look something like this… Kinda fun and different,…
There was a boy that mommy loved. There was a hat mommy also loved. Mommy just wanted to join her two loves for a few photographs. Boy and hat…well, let’s just say they were NOT a match made in heaven. Boy hated hat and certainly did not want it on his head. Hat on boy…
What a lovely time I had with this family. The day was a little overcast and it was very windy, but these three were total troopers and I was so happy with the final images. 🙂
I loved photographing this sweet family! So laid back and easy breezy! And their property is so fantastic (as you can see) which was a big bonus! 😉 These two met while working on a cruise ship. I know, right? So romantic. And now baby makes three.
“The silence often of pure innocence persuades when speaking fails.” –William Shakespeare
Okay….shoot me. It’s February and I’m posting this session that I shot in December. The holidays got the better of me. I seriously can not even tell you how much fun I had with these two. It was a miracle that I even made it to their home this day. They had actually taken HWY…
This session began with a few rain clouds. No problem. We can work with that. Then the rain slowly began. At first, just a very light sprinkle. This crew was not phased. We pressed on…but not for long. It really started to rain. Boo! We hung out indoors. Took a little break. Had some yummy…
This photo pretty much says it all don’t you think? And how might it look on an office wall as maybe a 20×40 canvas you ask…. Fantastic!
What a very special time when great grandparents get to meet their one and only grandson for the first time. 🙂 More from this sweet extended family session soon.
Is he a cutie or what!!?? Can we say, ‘heart-breaker’? 😉
If you think that casual photographs in your home can’t be beautiful, take a look at these fun memories I captured for this amazing family. 🙂 This was just one part of our session, but I can’t help but smile really big when I look at them.
Who says little boys can’t be incredibly sweet? I mean, look at this face. Talk about sweetness!
Boy, do I love photographing the first days of life! <3
Let’s say you have a small series of photos you love… And then we put them into a collage with a sweet quote… And then hung it on a wall in your daughter’s room…. So fun, right?? 😉
Let me begin by saying it was the most spectacular day. A little chilly, but the sun was just amazing. I love this pic for a handful of reasons, but mostly because sometimes it’s the silly outtake photographs that really make me smile the most….if you only knew how much this little guy, surprisingly, did…
{ my creative gender reveal: the story behind the photo, if you are interested } Let me first say that although I am already 20 weeks, and there are so many people that actually don’t even know yet that I’m even pregnant. I don’t know…I’m just not one for the fuss and all the attention. …
She was actually born on Christmas day! 🙂 She’s a beauty!
Yes, I photograph seniors. I love photographing seniors because they are way too easy to work with. 🙂 We always seem to have a really fun time! And this young man and his family were no exception!
What can I say? When you hire me, we tend to have a little fun. 😉
There is just something so sweet about a sleeping baby….my last newborn of 2012.
Just a few highlights from a wedding I shot a few months back. It was a perfect day with the sweetest couple!
I know, I know….I’m ashamed to say that I photographed this family over a year ago. As I was cleaning my computer, which happens every so often (not often enough really-HA!) I came across this session and fell in love all over again. It’s funny how photographs will do that to you. As I’ve said…
As I’m wrapping up final sessions for the year, I have fallen in love with this photo from my one of my most recent sessions. The love of a mother for her child. Priceless no doubt. <3
What a great year it has been! I’m so very grateful to all the many families who have chosen me to capture all the special memories! What a privilege to share in your lives! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! From my family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! {Yep, that’s me and…
It’s a no brainer that I love photographs of kids. But photographs of families really bring a special joy. I was happy to have the opportunity to capture this handsome fella and his momma! We had such a blast! 😉
I’m not exactly sure why I like this photo so very much from a recent newborn session I had. I just do. 🙂 Sweet dreams little one.
When I get behind in blogging, it becomes extra hard for me to narrow down photos from a session to post. I am really behind on blogging, so as you can see, this collage is very big, full of many photographs from this session. What fun I had with this lovely family. The mom is…
What can I say, I am a sucker for cute dogs….actually, all dogs, even those who are not my own. I had to take a snap of this beauty, who is now momma’s baby #2 in the house. You’ll get to meet his new big brother soon! 🙂
I had such a blast with this family, can you tell? 😉
This family is such a joy to work with. The two sisters are really as sweet as they look. 😉 How fun to celebrate a new baby brother, but to have family portraits made… with me, of course. HA!
Love them both for different reasons. Just can’t decide. <3 More to come (eventually) from this session. The poor blog is being terribly neglected. But I am so grateful to my fantastic clients for keeping me so very busy.
I love watching babies grow into little people. 🙂 It’s really quite fun.
Some days I just can’t decide which one I love more…they each have such different feels to them. I can’t wait to share with you more photos from this session. I’m just so behind on blogging. 🙁 Here is the comparison for now. Is he handsome or what!!??? What a fun session I had with…
You make memories and I capture them. Together a great team we make. <3
I just can’t decide. I love them both! What do you think? Either way, this needs to be on a wall! 🙂 This is a 30×40 canvas example. Is it fabulous or what!!??
It was the very last shot of the night and I fell in love…. it was this beautiful reminder of the importance of being the big sister. Always remaining calm during the chaos. Being the fearless leader. I think of this sweet quote that says big sisters are the crab grass in the lawn of…
How much fun to see this family again and to get to see how much the little gal has grown! Such a beautiful family….puppies included! 🙂 I have a soft spot for dogs, so any family who is brave enough to include these family members in their session gets lots of brownie points. Thanks guys…
What an honor to be chosen as photographer for a fellow photographer’s wedding! 🙂 Congrats to you two! It was such a marvelous event! More to come from this special day!
Is this a cool nursery or what!!?? And of course, the little guy is like Mr. GQ in the making. His mommy is a designer; figures. 🙂 Clients with spectacular spaces. Gotta love that!!
I can’t even begin to tell you how much I adore this sweet family. 😉
My thought it this….why not display at least a few photographs of your family around your home? By all means, I am not saying that every wall, nook and cranny has to be full of photographs, but I do very strongly believe that your home should feel warm, inviting and most importantly…make YOU smile. And…
When I first met this family, I could just tell that they were such wonderful people. I have a 6th sense about these things. Those of you who know me best, know what I am talking about. I had not seen this family since last year and wow, how much Miss A had grown. Thank…
I am so behind with the blog. 🙁 I feel it’s more important to get client galleries done and not stress over blog posts during this incredibly busy season for me. But today, I wanted to share this little guy with you. I’ve had the honor of watching him grow this year. What a big…
I feel it’s so important to have at least one large photograph displayed in your home. At least one. It’s not asking too much really. I am striving more and more these days to truly capture a feeling in my images. Although not all the photographs I take will speak to everyone, that’s okay. As…
Are these two gorgeous or what!? 🙂 I’m so happy Miss A’s mom finally decided to join in on the fun! Love ya, Lou!
I photographed a handful of weddings this year. Wedding photography is something I take on a case by case basis. I enjoy photographing weddings very much, but they require an incredible amount physically and mentally, which is why I only plan to do a limited number of them each year. I had the honor of…
I’ll let my photograph speak for itself. 🙂
I love being there to witness the very moment that a child legally becomes part of a family. When parents have it in writing what was already written in their heart for sometime. Happy Adoption day little man!! 🙂
Are these two cute or what!!??? 🙂 Congrats!!! I can’t wait to meet the little bean.
I can’t say enough about this family. The boys are incredible little people and their mom is simply a gem! 🙂 I feel so blessed to know them and be able to be a part of their lives every year.
I love photographs of mommy and baby. The newness of your baby fades so incredible fast. Capture the moments. In the end, your photographs will be some of the best memories for you and your family.
I love sunset silhouette photographs. I think they are more of art than anything else. I could not resist one of these shots to end a most awesome session recently. I know they were a little embarrassed as I made then pose for this picture. The spot is right off a main, highly traveled road. …
How about 2 20×20 canvases and one 16X20 print in a 26X32 frame? Pretty nice, eh? 😉 And here are the images larger just so you can really see how cute they are. 🙂
As I was wrapping up editing on a recent newborn session, I fell in love with one particular photograph. When I processed in in black and white, it made me love it even more. As you likely know, most photographs are printed with square edges, right? Well, I’ve never thought much about it really. Pictures…
There is no denying it. I love wall collages! I mean, what’s more awesome than seeing your beautiful family in bright, colorful photographs decorating your walls and adding character to your home?!?! 😉 In my dream world, all of my clients would have at least one large wall display in their home. So you can…
Let’s take three photos (that I love) from a recent session… And put them on display in an entry… 🙂
Clients often ask for my opinion on which of their photos are the best and what are the best display options for particular photos. Of course I have my favorites, but ultimately, the photos that make you smile the most and that you feel capture your family the best are the ones you should choose.…
I’ve been dying to get this type of photo for a while, using a wider angle lens with the sun bursting through with just the right flare and haze. And this last week, I got it! I love many photographs for many reasons, but this one takes the cake in a different way for me. I…
I had such a wonderful time with this family on this gorgeous evening. They proved to be such kind, splendid people… you know the ones that you would want, I mean, really want to be your neighbors kind of folk. 🙂
“Sweet Peas, on tiptoe for a flight, With wings of gentle flush, o’er delicate white.” – Keats There are several images that come to mind when I hear the term “Sweet Pea”. I see beautiful blooms covering a field; dainty flowers in vivid colors. I see peas in a pod, wrapped snuggly within their casing. I also…
“It’s double the giggles and double the grins, and double the trouble if you’re blessed with twins.” ~Author Unknown It may well be “double the trouble”, but it is also double the fun with twins! (I can hear the Doublemint theme song playing as I look through these shots!) As you can see in these pictures, these…
This little sweetheart slept like a dream, which made for a wonderful newborn photo shoot. Sleeping babies are amazing! How she stayed asleep through multiple costume changes is beyond me. Thankfully, as cute as they were, the outfits and props don’t outshine Miss L’s precious chubby cheeks (I just love them!). It is funny how babies are so cute with chubby cheeks,…
“There is an ancient Chinese proverb that says, ‘An invisible red thread connects those who are destined to meet, regardless of time, place or circumstances. The thread may stretch or tangle, but will never break.” ~www.redthreadsessions.com Such a beautiful and interesting way to express a sentiment that I fully embrace. I believe that each person who comes into…
While I love some of the gorgeous frame options available with prints, I think having your photos on canvas is a classic and beautiful way to display your cherished images. When choosing the right size canvas to display a favorite photo, you obviously need to take into consideration the size of the wall on which…
As you can see, such a lovely time with this family. 🙂
“Adoption means you grew in your mommy’s heart instead of her tummy” ~Author Unknown If you are familiar with my life and work, you are probably aware that I (as an adoption success story) have a very special place in my heart for adopted children and the families who love them. It is such a beautiful thing…
“A new baby is like the beginning of all things – wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.” ~Eda J. Le Shan A sleeping newborn baby is absolutely (in my opinion, of course) the sweetest thing on earth and so mesmerizing to watch. Each facial expression and breath keeps you watching intently and anticipating the next. (Of course, if you…
In light of a recent (sad) post I read from yet another talented photographer closing her business after only a few years, I thought it appropriate to consider the future of my photography business. There are many reasons why businesses close and I’m not even going to begin to get into all of that. However, most…
I have this lovely client who lives overseas part time. She wants a wall display that includes smaller prints with frames so that she can more easily transport them with her on the journey. (As great as it is to travel, you want to take “home” with you as much as possible!) She selected a few of…
The time spent preparing for your upcoming wedding is many things: exciting, stressful, fun and overwhelming, to name a few. One of the best parts, though, is picking out your perfect dress (and wearing it, of course!). The dress that will make you feel your most beautiful on what you hope will be one of the greatest days of…
“My girlfriends are everything to me. They celebrate with you, they cry with you, they hold you when you need to be held. They laugh with you. They’re mean with you! They’re always there, and it’s just a priceless thing to have.” ~Jennifer Lopez What a fabulous group of girls this is! Being around them…
This may sound a bit strange, but I love the sort of “startled” facial expression of a newborn baby. You know, a look of surprise mixed with the slightest bit of fear. Truth be told, I love every expression of a newborn baby. Yes, even the faces they make while crying, as they are just so…
How GORGEOUS are these Organic Bloom frames (AND the sweet baby in the pictures, of course)?!?! I absolutely adore them for their beauty and unique characteristics. Although they are works of art in their own right, they somehow manage to enhance photos without overshadowing them. (This is something that, as a photographer, I definitely appreciate.…
I love incorporating puppy siblings into sessions. This family was totally game for such. I was thrilled to have the opportunity to get to know this family shortly after bringing home their sweet new arrival. Is she a beauty or what? 😉 Thank you so much you guys for a wonderful session. And congrats!
This adorable fella loves his little Cadillac Escalade! He was just zooming around and having the greatest time during our photo shoot! I’m not sure if little boys ever grow out of loving to drive around just for the fun of it! As much fun as he was having, this guy seemed very determined in…
Lot’s of fun with this crew. When mom first contacted me, she told me they’d be wearing cowboy boots. I knew just the spot where we could take their family photos. I think they turned out perfect. 🙂
As much as I LOVE photographing newborns on their own, something I love even more is capturing perfect moments between an older sibling and their new little brother or sister. You can always tell that the older sibling views this new child as “their baby”…I love it! Sometimes we are even able to get sweet shots…
It is so incredible to be a photographer in the 21st century! Of course the art of taking pictures has evolved so much, but options for displaying those photos have dramatically advanced as well (just in the past few years especially). So many exciting options and features are available for photo displays and, because of…
Whenever I am asked for my advice on photo sizes and fun wall display ideas, I am more than happy to oblige! It is so much fun to come up with different designs, especially for adorable baby photos. (Don’t get me wrong, I love ALL my clients’ photos, not JUST the babies 🙂 ). Technology…
This sweet puppy I actually photographed right before Christmas, but I remembered how much I loved this photo and had not yet shared it. So, what better way than to showcase it on the wall of an office because I think it is so important to give a visual on how a certain size photo…
Let’s say you have a somewhat boring wall. And let’s say that you want to brighten the room with some color. Well, you can paint your walls but that might get messy. You can buy new furniture, but maybe that gets sort of expensive. One of the most wonderful ways to add some fun to…
To all my most fabulous 2011 clients, I want to say THANK YOU! What an honor to photographs your families this year. If I could give all of you a great big hug right now, I would! HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Quite a bit unconventional (at least for me) is to put a photo collage in a giant Organic Bloom photo frame. I have not done this before, but thought it would be different and interesting. Collages are a great option to display a variety of photos you like in a unique way. You pic the…
It was so much fun to meet this family and take photographs of their new arrival! He is just the most handsome fella, isn’t he?
How about this adorable family I got to photograph this holiday season!
How about this small wall display I designed with photos I took from a recent session. How fun, right? 🙂 More from this entire session soon!
I so enjoy taking photographs of this gal because she always has a variety of faces for me. I think she might be a actress in the making with all her different looks. Anyway, she is gorgeous either way, just like her mom and grandmother, for that matter. 🙂 It’s beginning to look a lot…
How do you get a two year old and twin baby sisters in one pic? Well, it’s more of a challenge than you might think. However, we more than managed to snag just a few. As always, such a pleasure to see this family! <3
I can’t get enough of her gorgeous freckles!!
Houston Area Child Portraits Look at this perfect little angel I got to photograph recently! There is just too much sweetness in that little pair of angel wings! From her adorable headband to her tiny lacy foot wraps, this sweet girl takes the cake for head to toe cuteness. Speaking of her toes, check out that pointed toe pose she’s doing! …
If you want to stay in the neutral family, but add just hints of color, this is the color theme for you! 🙂
How cool is this. A 30X40 black classic black and white canvas above the fireplace. Simply spectacular if you ask me. 🙂 This photo is from a recent session with a fabulous repeat customer!
Are you struggling to figure out what to wear for that upcoming photo session? Well, here is some inspiration.
I loved this quick series when mom jumped in the pictures. The light was soooooo yummy this night and I could not leave without a few shots of mom and daughter. Turn’s out, Miss A thinks it’s funny when I act like a fool. p.s. the web does not even come close to doing these…
When Miss A showed up in her multicolored petti, I was in love. 🙂 The colors in her outfit made for the perfect wall display of Organic Bloom frames that you see below. It is so girly! I love it! This display reflects (starting with the photo on the far left) 1 16X20 Mary Ann…
This arrangement and color sceme is dedicated to those of you who have more ‘urban’ style and like very neutral colors with just a tini, tiny pop of color (in the same family of colors). Just so you know, this is (1) 16X20 Mary Ann frame and (2) 11X14 Lucy frames.
These pics are from a session I did several months back, but I thought it would be fun to do another stairway display. What do you think? Do you have a stairway that needs some TLC? Call me. 🙂
I used some pics that had already been posted and coordinated the frame colors to the room colors. I think it turned out pretty good, what do you think? If you would like your own wall to display these beautiful frames with photographs from our session, please let me know! I’m happy to design a…
Before I even arrived at the home of this lovely family, I already had this vision of this photograph. And here, displayed on this office wall, all I can think is how lucky the person who would get to work in such a room! 🙂 This represents a 32X46 print, by the way. Life is…
Okay, the black frames may not be the best choice here, but really I’m just trying to give you another fun example of the type of wall display you could have in your home. The largest photo featured here in a 16X20. The smallest photos on the right are 4X6’s. 🙂 So just focus…
Take a nice photo and blow it up real big. No I’m not talking about 11X14 big because in the world of photography that is not all that big. I’m talking about 20X30 big. Like the photo below I took of my adorable nephew. Then put that 20X30 print in a 26X36 matted frame. Then…
A sort of ‘photo booth’ I took of my nephew from months ago. I know, I know…I’m a bad aunt at times. Better late than never. 😉 This represents a photo collage that I can design for my clients, which is made for print. This would be a 20X20 sized photo or canvas. I loved…
Let’s say you were thinking about hanging a large canvas over the bed in your master bedroom, which likely has a king size bed. I want you to see below how an 11X14, 16X24, 20X30 and 30X40 (from a recent session I took) would look on such a wall. You would laugh if I showed…
What a joy to photograph children again and again. I’ve been privileged to photograph this little guy three times now. At only 6 months old, he is already crawling lightning fast, sitting up with no help and almost standing on his own. It was so much fun hanging out with him and his most wonderful…
I put together this display with photographs I recently took of a brand spanking new, handsome little boy. 🙂 Which oh, by the way, was my best sleeper of all time! I love the idea of putting adding framed photographs in your baby’s room. I like the add of color and warmth it adds to…
When photographing seniors, I suggest at least three outfits. One basic outfit (shorts or jeans) that would be worn to a sports event or to the mall. Then, another outfit that is a little more dressy, like slacks, and a fun top. Then a ‘going out’ outfit or ‘party’ dress. I’m even game for lots…
This showcases a 30X40 canvas above a fireplace. I’ve said it a million times and will say it again, go big!! ‘Big’ makes a statement and why not make a statement in your home. 🙂
I know I already posted these pics of the S family Adoption Day photography session, BUT I could not resist showing what these pics would look like on an office wall. Take the wall in point…white painted brick: BORING. Plain wood floor: nice, but BORING. Glass desk that I can’t even see: modern, sure, but…
Here’s the deal…there is no question that I am a ‘photo person’…I mean, come on, I am a photographer. duh. BUT I don’t necessarily think you should have only photographs displayed on every single wall, nook and cranny in your home. Recently, I’ve discovered fonts and what you might call typography, which according to Wikipedia…
I photographed this lovely family months ago, but thought of them for this particular wall display. The most beautiful family. Oh how I so enjoyed our session. As for the photo below, I have this crush on wallpaper and stencils. I know, you are gasping right now. HA! That is okay because me just saying…
My 13 year old (photo below) has been with me since her birth when I was just a wee college student. She most certainly has photographer’s child syndrome. If you are not familiar with this syndrome, it’s a very common problem among children whose parent is a photographer. Whenever you try to take their photo,…
You won’t likely believe this, but this is a 20X30 print. Yep! a 20X30. A print of this size would seem quite large if we were just talking about it, but to actually see it on a wall with regular furniture helps to really put it into perspective. This year, I want to help my…
Child Photographer Houston, yep, that is what I am amongst many things. ha!
{ newborn, baby, child photography in Houston, The Heights, The Woodlands and Conroe }
So I’ve known this family since momma was pregnant with big brother shown here. I was actually scheduled to photograph his birth. However, he decided to make his way into this world extra early. Instead of photographing his birth, we ended up taking his photograph every three months beginning with newborn photographs. In doing such, as you can imagine, I got to know his momma pretty well and his dad too actually as he was around for most of our photo sessions. Fast forward years later and I’m elated to be able to document baby sister’s milestones every 4 months which began as her a newborn. This was her 4 month session and we had to get big brother D in on the fun. What was most hilarious was that baby sister was not really having much of the attention as you can see. haha. Don’t you love when at even such a young age, we can pretty much tell what a child is ‘saying’ by just the faces they make. And this gal is full of faces especially when brother is around with his shenanigans.
Can you tell I’m loving more b&w images these days? Well, I am. So much so that basically every session will be getting not only all their final images in color, but also in b&w. Let it be known, that not all b&w processes are created equal. Trust me on this. So it pained me to think of my clients who maybe wanted an image to be b&w to have it auto processed with what ever printer they had chosen. I want to ensure not only my color images are top notch, but the black and white images are as well. Yay, more photos for you mom!
