Tall grass fun

Ever have a day in the tall grass chasing after your children? This session was kinda like that. W was a ball of energy and loved to pose himself for much of the session. The tall grass in Fairmont, WV location was a perfect backdrop for his session.

With minimal props we sat out into the field. W was part of our past mini session so our time together was short. He was a pleasure to be with and came out of the field with many great images, I've posted one below for you to be the judge. 

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H honours Great Grandpa

           I did several sessions in the Fairmont area this past weekend. However this little girl and her mama stuck out. Her mother asked if I was OK photographing her daughter in her underwear. she explained that this cowboy hat was her deceased grandfather's and that little H loves to walk around the house in just shoes and her undies. We came up with this as a tribute to H's personality and her great grandpa, with her arm raised and looking up as to be talking to him in Heaven. We have lots of other images from that day but this one really stand out for me. I love incorporating meaning into a session that will last.

Do you have a special image that has a meaning behind it? I'd love everyone to share theirs. Here is miss H's

Rainy Day Family Session

         Let me be the first to say the Bonnell family rocked it! Mom, dad and 4 month old C showed up to their session and it began to sprinkle. When it started to actually rain we moved under the trees, and when it was poring they were posed in the gazebo. You read that right ladies and gentlemen... their whole session was rained on, literally. However because of work schedules this was picture day and we made it work and may I say they were awesome. Baby C was a smiley little one and by the images you would never know it rained on picture day for this family. They were happy and loving and it shines in the photos. A huge shout out to mom and day for having fun in the rain.

      I loved their outlook on the day and LOVE their images more. I love sharing with you their images. We we're on location at Hinkle- Deegan Lake Park in Clarksburg, WV.

Recent Sessions

I love to share the images from several recent sessions with all of you.

They say the bigger the better, and while it's not always true, with family it is. I was with this family group of 30+ for an afternoon. I was in Salem and the family came in groups throughout the day. It was a great pleasure to meet everyone. I had a blast and even got to cuddle 3 babies under 3 months old. Below is a few images from the day.

Spring brings all sorts of new joys. I had fun with this little girl in the Fairmont area. Can you spot her spunk? 

Mothers Day

       Mother's Day is almost here again. What a wonderful holiday created here in WV to treasure and remember our mothers. And while it bring fond memories of my own mother to mind, the simple truth is that every year for 6 years now it also makes me sad.

       My wonderful mother is alive. I can call her about a quick fix or complain my recipe did not come out correct. BUT...but for many people that is simply the case. Ever since I began photography I have heard people say, "I wish I had more pictures of my mother." or " I wish we would have had a family photo done before she passed." In these instances I feel overwhelming sadness that as a whole we mothers do not get in photos as much as we could or simply should.

      So what can I personally do about it as a photographer you may ask? I always ask when shooting a child session if mom or dad want in one. What can you do about it? Say YES. Or even get in snap shots when things are happening around the house. As a mother myself now I try to be in images for my daughter.

       I know what your thinking, I've made those excuses too. "I'll do it later...I not even dressed nice...and the 100's of other excuses we as mothers make everyday when a camera pops up. But next time your cousin is taking pictures of the kids and says to smile, hold your head high and lean forward with a grin knowing you are preserving memories for your child for long after your gone. Want to be even more generous for your child's memories down the road, have a photo done just of you or you and your spouse.

      To end my rambling today, I encourage you to be in the moment with your children and families, but also be in the photos.

A quick pict. after a session I was shooting of my daughter.

My husband snapped this last Easter.

        Spring is in full bloom here in West Virginia. I love the flowers, trees and all the critters that are so active this time of year. As some of you know I live in the Saint Albans area but have family and travel to the Fairmont area quiet often. I thought this trip would be fun to offer some cute spring outdoors sessions. I will be at Valley Falls on the 20th, and Morris Park on the 22nd which are both pretty parks in the Fairmont area, on the 21st I will be in the Clarksburg area at Hinkle-Deegan Lake Park which is one of the prettiest parks in the Clarksburg area. Lots of fun will be had and beautiful images captured. If your in the area and think getting some fresh images of your family, or children feel free to contact me.

 304-534-9004

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