One of the last shoots that I did in 2012, was with the same family that I photographed when I first got back in the country from Peru in May 2012…the Hilderbrands.  Since our May shoot was on the beach, they decided to do their 2012 Christmas Card shoot in a more urban setting: Ybor City.  Cadence and Caleb were the perfect little models (and Jeff and Carey didn’t look too shabby either).

Enjoy!

And the little Christmas flare by Salty Sisters Junk:

I took these photos before I knew that I was having a little boy, however, when taking them I could not help but think how fun it would be to have one :).  Their rambunctious, non-stop-”I-need-action” curiosity won me over…AND I loved that they were brothers so close in age.  So, Liam and Aden – thank you for getting me so excited about the possibility of having a little boy even before he became a reality.  Brenda and Michael – I hope that you’re keeping up with these two and enjoying every moment of it!

Nothing like a sweet, precious family to brighten your Saturday!  You may recognize sweet Abby from her christening photos.

This family has quickly become one of my favorites to photograph!  I guess anyone who brings a pregnant woman a box of chocolates will quickly find a way into your heart (this session was taken before James was here…so yes, I was still pregnant)!  In all seriousness, Amy is so familiar . . . seems like we’ve been friends for years, Michael is so kind and just in-love with his family, and Bella . . . well, she could not be more precious: a combination that makes for a wonderful family.  And now…there’s a new one on the way :)  Even though we’re moving to Charleston in a few short weeks, I’ve promised to come back and photograph them for Christmas once the new baby is here!!

Anyway – enjoy love, laughter and light!

Arabella turned two years old the day after my son was born {3.15.13}!  Her mommy and daddy wanted to capture her cuteness at this time and so we got together for my first shoot since I had a baby and had a great time.  I am working on finishing the entire shoot today but wanted to leave you with this {teaser}.  Plus…I will be posting Bella’s family shoot from December tonight or tomorrow . . . so this serves as a fun lead-in to those photos.  Lots more of this little lovely to come!