Paris

I just got back two weeks ago from a fabulous trip to Paris. It was only a 3 day quick trip, but the purpose was a good one. We celebrated my mother's 60th birthday and I spent some quality time with her and my sister. The two of them are my best friends and such amazing women. Since we had been to Paris before, we decided to focus on exploring new areas and trying some different things. We took a boat tour, ate fabulous food, and found unique shops and antique markets. We also took a fun cooking class and learned how to cook breads and pastries...so delicious! I had a portrait session while I was there (more photos coming soon!). Thank you to my mom and sister for helping out with this shoot during their vacation. I decided to bring out my old 35mm camera and shot film the entire trip. Many of you probably don't know that I taught French for a year to middle schoolers so it was fun to speak (or try!) the language again. Below are just a few of my favorite images. Amuse toi!

Cousins!

My boys love seeing their cousins and this time it was extra special because we all met up at the beach to celebrate my mom's birthday. The kids are all 5 months a part and under 2 1/2 so we had an exhausting (being photographer + mom on a shoot isn't easy!) but fun shoot at the beach. Afterwards, E & W made a birthday cake for their grandmother with me. Lots of icing = big smiles! PS - I like the idea that a perfect picture is a real one. Notice the sand all over my son's face (sigh)...boys.

Happy Valentine's Day!

I had to post a photo of the two little LOVES of my life on Valentine's Day!  We had our own little family photo shoot yesterday. I'm posting some more of my favorites on my facebook page. If you aren't a fan yet click here and join us! I love you C & W!