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2012 Lara’s League Breast Cancer Mini Sessions = Success

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 02:09:24 +0000

Last weekend, I worked with two wonderful ladies- Gayle Tiller and Tanvi Skiba on the 3rd annual Lara’s League Mini Sessions. This year we decided to host the sessions closer to the holidays so you could use the images for just that purpose. It was a super day– the weather was beautiful (we could have left the gentle breeze off the order, but I’m not complaining– 70 and no rain was great). Over the next few weeks– you’ll definitely see some peeks from these sessions– but first I wanted to share my unsuspecting model. Tanvi and I whipped up this tee-pee (and I use the word whipped up loosely, I got in way over my head with all those ruffles– it took forever). Since we had never used it, I wanted to test it out so I found a willing little subject just tumbling around on the grass (it’s Havalynn’s daughter– everybody who attended the event got to know Havalynn through email— she coordinated the whole thing)! I wish the light had stayed this perfect for the entire day– but the sun doesn’t stay in one place for anybody, unfortunately. Thank you so, so much to everyone who participated! More coming soon, enjoy!

Fleeting Moments | Ashburn Virginia Newborn Photographer

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 03:45:34 +0000

I cannot believe how quickly this last year has flown by. Just one year ago, I was finishing up fall sessions as I went into the final month of my pregnancy. My son is 10 months old and every time I open up newborn images to edit– I think of how quickly these months have passed. I love and wish I could savor each and every milestone he reaches– but I feel like I barely bat an eye and he’s moved on to the next. Moms, breathe in all of these moments, take pictures, write down dates, record those precious sounds– before you know it, they’ve moved along and this is what you have left to remember all those fleeting moments!

My sister, my friend | Leesburg Virginia Family Photography

Sat, 06 Oct 2012 02:10:55 +0000

These little sisters remind me so much of my girls when they were little. The little one was not one bit excited about having a picture taken and the older one had plenty of poses in her back pocket! Smile or no smile, how can you not love those big blue eyes! AND the light was so beautiful– we started out with really bright setting sun, but by about 6:15, it was just perfect! Hope you enjoy the sneak peeks, Mom and Dad! Have a wonderful 10th anniversary!

A new little princess | Ashburn Virginia Newborn Photographer

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:56:48 +0000

This little princess was such a little sweetheart and slept so well! I’ll confess, I have a horrible cold and I’m not feeling really creative with words so I’ll keep this short and sweet– enjoy the sneak peeks!

Love times two! | Northern Virginia Multiples Photographer

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 20:41:54 +0000

Two precious little babies, what could be sweeter? This little guy and gal pair were perfect little angels for us. I am always fascinated with new babies, but even more so when there are two of them. Even at a few days old, they seem to share a connection that most of us will never experience or understand. Amazing!

She takes my breath away | Leesburg Virginia Newborn Photographer

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 02:37:33 +0000

This little princess is beautiful beyond words! I’m convinced she arrived knowing that she had some big footsteps to follow (her cutie pie big brother and sister). I think she’s doing a pretty good job so far! More soon!

Simply Glowing | Leesburg Virginia Maternity Photographer

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 21:20:56 +0000

This maternity session was done with storm threats looming across Leesburg and Loudoun County. I actually drove through a downpour on my way… but we were able to get plenty of photos and NO rain (yes you may have guessed, I had to embellish the sky a bit). Good thing the rain held out since there’s little time to reschedule. Can’t wait to meet the newest addition in a few weeks!

Through another photographer’s eyes…or lens!

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 21:34:15 +0000

It can be one of the most frustrating and challenging tasks for a photographer to capture her own children! I’m so fortunate to have such talented and generous friends. Amber Scruggs of Little Moon Photography was kind enough to spend some time with my little chubby cheeked guy! The timing couldn’t have been better, less than a week later, he started crawling and that was the end of staying on a backdrop!

A Family in Tune | Leesburg Virginia Family Photography

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 00:54:42 +0000

I am long overdue in sharing this session. This mother of three happens to be my daughters’ piano teacher. At the end of Hannah’s first year of piano, I was trying to think of a way to show Mrs. T how much we appreciated her enthusiasm and energy each week. Of course, art for art, a session for her family immediately came to mind. My pregnancy and new baby delayed us for a while, but finally in the spring we made it happen! I love how they turned out– and can’t wait to see them on her wall when lessons start back up in a couple weeks!

An Extra Special Baby Quilt | Leesburg Virginia Baby Photographer

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 22:56:38 +0000

As much fabric as I have in my house, I thought that I’d find some time to make a quilt for William. Boy was I wrong! No time before he was born, and no time after! Finally I decided to have a professional take this off my plate. She did a fantastic job and is wonderful to work with. If you need an extra special quilt for a loved little one, I would highly recommend Vickie. You can find her on Etsy, the store is Quilt Rhapsody.