Richard is one | Nashville Middle Tennessee Child Photographer

Last Friday I traveled to Nashville to spend the morning with Richard and his mom at their home. Richard just turned one, and some of his mom's friends gave him a photo shoot for his birthday.  Maybe not what every one-year-old wants, but I've never met a mom of a one-year-old who didn't like photos of her cutie. We read books, played outside, and just had a fun time. I'll let the photos do most of the talking. 

The forecast called for rain, but it turned out to be a great day.  Overcast and just right for some outside shots. This is a favorite.

It is obvious that Richard is very loved.  

He really loves his mommy, too!

After playing outside for a while, we went in for a little quite time.

When I left Richard was falling asleep in his high chair in between bites. Love. :-)  

Mom and Dad, there are many more where these came from.  I just pulled out a few quick favorites to share for your sneak peek.  Will have the rest for you soon!  Thanks!

Marisa Sneak Peek | Middle Tennessee Child Photographer

Here is a sneak peek for my very patient and dear friends, Christy and Jason. They were the winner of my Relay for Life auction last year.  They came all the way from Arizona for their session!

We had a beautiful fall day for Miss Marisa's shoot.

Whatcha think?Possible future fashion model?

She was certainly a great model for me.

Such a happy girl. 

Possibly my favorite so far.

I should mention that Christy and Jason were so generous with their purchase of this session.  The entire purchase price was donated to the American Cancer Society. 

Guys, thanks for being so patient, and I will have the rest for you shortly!

New Beginnings | Southern Tennessee Family Photographer

Now that the Christmas rush is over and here we are on the last day of the first month of the new year. Wow.  Isn't that just crazy?  Do we still call it a new year 31 days into it?  Well, it still feels like a new year to me.  I love the beginning of new year.  I feel like it is somewhat a blank slate and I get to start all over again.  The past is not necessarily forgotten, but the future feels full of promise.  That is how I feel when I look at the photos from this session. 

Dawn contacted me in the fall to schedule a session of her new family.  She and Brad were recently married and are in the process of blending their new family together. We met at the beautiful Green Haven Creek Bed & Breakfast one afternoon after school.  Dawn had scoped it out and gotten permission for us to use the grounds. It was the perfect setting for this new family.

I cannot tell you how happy it makes me to see Dawn so very happy.  She certainly deserves it.

This is one of my favorites.  Maybe my very favorite.  It just makes me smile.

And their  kiddos.  Talk about sweetness.

 

 Baylee, Aubrey and Dylan.  The girls could be models, 

and Dylan... well they don't come much cuter than him!

Such a sweet family.

I just couldn't resist a shot of the boots!

This tree was just too awesome not to use.  I love this.

What a wonderful way to spend my afternoon.  With a very special "new" family.  I am so glad that Dawn and Brad have found each other.  They have such a beautiful family and I wish them a long and happy life together. 

My favorite 8-year-old | Southern Tennessee Child Tween Photographer

A few days after Molly's 8th birthday we had a big snow.  Big for Tennessee standards that is.  7-9 inches in places.  It was certainly the most snow that my kiddos had ever seen.  I decided we had to take advantage of it for Molly's 8 year portraits.  We took a few minutes and walked through the woods on our farm for a little shoot.  I always love photographing Molly.  I know she is mine, but she is just so photogenic! 

These next two are so Molly.

She can always give me just the right look. 

She actually found this spot on our walk. Love how the girl thinks!

A couple fun ones with a little wardrobe change.

We were a little cold, but it was so worth it.  Love my sweet, 8-year-old Molly.

Country Christmas Mini-sessions | Corbin

Corbin is no stranger to my website.  He has become one of my best little buddies.    It is obvious that Corbin loves his mommy very much.  I love that.

He wore his cowboy hat and boots which were perfect for photos at the barn.

And if he hasn't stolen your heart already...

The letters say it all.

I hope Santa was good to you this year, Corbin!