Babies & Bellies

Precious Penelope

I put it out on my Facebook page that I was looking for some expecting mothers. Some so early maybe no one knew yet. I received a few responses. But only one of them worked out. And I am so glad it did. As it turned out I was expecting myself and didn't know when I announced that I needed mommies. So it was good only one worked out. Not sure I would have had the time to do more than one. Anyway, it was a progression. We got together about every 2 months at the same location. I wanted to show seasons changing as well as momma growing. I really enjoyed shooting these and being a part of the journey. It was also fun to compare notes, our due dates were only a week apart. I'm still working on some of the things I want to do with these shoots. But wanted to share something. So here is one angle of the progression. There will be more as time and baby permits.

Hello Holly

It's been an eventful 6 months. Not shooting as much as I would like to, but it's worth it! If you follow me on Facebook or anywhere else then you already know. Just over 6 months ago this little girl stole our hearts! She keeps us busy, but she also keeps us smiling. She has got to be one of the happiest babies I have ever known. She thinks everything is funny. And she loves everyone she meets! Look at her and she will smile and squeal with excitement. At the moment our lives are filled with cloth diapers (a post for another day, long story), nursing, home school, and baby kisses. We are so blessed!!

Babies & Bellies / Family / Personal / SoMD Photographer / Video - 01/19/2015

Oh baby, Carter's newborn session.

Little Mr. Carter did not know if he wanted to be asleep for me or not. So as usual with itty bitties we work around them. Look at his little winky face.

Babies & Bellies / Family - 11/14/2013

Happy Birthday Gracie Lu. | A year in pictures

Ok so this post is a little late. But I had to share Gracie's first year. She's such a cutie. How could you not love that squishy little face?!!?

Babies & Bellies / Family / Video - 11/06/2013

Hello Carter | Southern Maryland birth center delivery

What a journey!! You have seen the maternity pictures. Well Here is the birth story in pictures. Four trips to the birth center and Carter finally graced us with his presence. You can keep up with all the family news and learn all about the journey of trying to conceive over HERE.

Babies & Bellies / Family / SoMD Photographer / Video - 11/05/2013

Baby B is six months old.

Look at this handsome little man! I couldn't help but fall in love with him the moment I saw him. He's so happy!! And those cheeks, my goodness those cheeks!! I could squish them all day. Baby B is 6 months old now and growing so fast. Look at him sitting up all by himself. We visited a great little spot in Solomon's Island where the light was just perfect and the weather was fantastic that day too!! It was the perfect day for a family photo shoot!

And look at that amazing smile. I think this shot was my favorite!

I don't normally shoot downward at babies sitting up (afraid they might topple over lol), but at this time I could not get his attention. He was focused on my daughter Marlee who was my assistant that day so I got in front of her to snag this shot.

A beautiful family right!??! I know I think so!

Babies & Bellies / Family / SoMD Photographer - 11/04/2013

Let's get personal

For my own entertainment I have started sketching ideas for some things I wanted to shoot. I have done a few of them. And I am really surprised at how close my final images are to my original sketches. It's so much fun. I just have to share. Can you tell me what this image says to you? If you can read in this image what I am trying to express I might get brave enough to show you my stick figure sketch. LOL that would be for your entertainment, they are awful! I will also share more sketch and final product posts.

Babies & Bellies / Composite / Family / Fine art | Fantasy / Personal projects / SoMD Photographer - 09/02/2013

Expecting Carter

I have this friend who is more like a sister. You have probably seen her here before. I like photographing her, and she likes the spot light. One of the many reasons we are a great team. Well she is due any day now with baby number 4. You can follow her beautiful story HERE. You will learn some things about trying to conceive and all the heartache and joy that comes with it. You will also learn what a rainbow baby is, if you don't already know.

The whole Beautiful family.

I love catching the moments in between. And these two have a LOT of those!!

See what I mean?

The weather was pure perfection! Sun and storm at the same time! It was like a dream!

Another of those in between moments. It looks all sweet, what he really said was, "I'm not looking at your belly". Aaaaand she giggles!!

God bless this family and the soon to be new addition, Carter Arryn, may he bring light and rainbows into your lives!!

Babies & Bellies / Family / SoMD Photographer - 08/30/2013

Beauty and the Belly | Maternity Photographer

My beautiful friend Shelby. I have been itching to shoot her for years! But our schedules are difficult to line up. Not to mention she hates having her picture taken! Well I hope after this session she has changed her mind just a little. Because she is stunning! Baby pictures very soon!!