Matthew's Little Angel

My cousin Matthew recently passed away after a tragic car accident and a courageous fight for his life in the hospital. Matt is described as a "free spirit" and that is exactly what he was---and that is exactly what I see in his beautiful son, Elias Matthew. I cannot pinpoint why exactly, but I see so much of Matt in Eli. I don't know if it is the way he is built, or his eyes or other features, but when I look at Eli...I see Matt. Maybe that is why I so badly wanted to photograph little Eli while he was on a visit to his grandma and grandpa's. Everyone who knew Matt has a hard time grasping that he is gone...and our hearts ache. Being around Eli brings Matt back in some way---knowing that someone Matt loved so dearly was with us and yet he is someone who isn't surrounded by grief and mourning, but is happy, content and joyous. If there is any person who can bring any hope into a tragedy, it is a child. He is so full of life and the wonder of a two-year old ready to explore the world. As tired as I was trying to get him to look my direction for his pictures, I am so thankful I had the opportunity to spend some time with him. Eli is a gift.

Mischievous little doggie!! Too cute, though!!!

My favorite age!!

I absolutely ADORE six month old babies! If only they stayed that way for an extra couple months. Their world and perspective changes when they are able to sit up on their own. Little Zuly was no exception. She was truly a joy to work with. I loved all her accessories and her easy-going nature. Everything about her was precious. Magali, thank you for bringing her in. Enjoy her everyday, time flies and your beautiful little girl is growing quick! It seems like yesterday she was in for her newborn photos!

Jordan turns 2

The last time I saw Jordan for photos he was on the move---but this time he was really on the move! Two year old boys never particularly enjoy sitting still for too long, so I knew I had to be ready with ideas when Jordan showed up. It took him a little while to get into the groove, but he did really well. We had lots of tricks up our sleeves (and a container full of m&ms for "incentive") and it helped a lot. I think he did really good. Thank you, Lynne for brining him in!

Baby Kendall

Baby Kendall has arrived! Her mommy and I rescheduled a few times because she was pretty cozy in mommy's belly and decided she wanted to stay that way for a few weeks : ) She is so sweet and cute and I enjoyed having her and big brother Nathan over.




Nathan loved to give her kisses! What a good big brother he is already!

Lillian 9 months

There is nothing cuter than a bubbly 9 month old little girl. Lillian and her brother are so much fun and I enjoyed having them over again. Kristen and Mark, thank you for bringinging the kids over.

Connor and Liam

Connor and Liam came to visit me at my home studio. I just couldn't get enough of Liam's adorable smile! Thank you for bringing them in! : )

Aiden!

I met Aiden and his mommy in Rockford on a bright sunny November afternoon. We played ball (until it rolled into the river ; ) and we ate lots of m&ms. He was pretty busy and kind of had his doubts about the whole photo shoot deal until he warmed up and started having fun with it. He is all boy---climbing, running...and busy being busy.