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Saturday, November 28, 2009

Kysen



This is the first infant I have taken photos of in a long time, I think since early summer. I must have been a little rusty as this little guy didn't fall asleep the whole time during pictures. I decided I am not an infant whisperer - I struggled getting my own to sleep. We tried everything; at least he is a very easy going baby and took tons of photos with his eyes open!

This will be a longer post as Kysen's dad is serving our wonderful country over seas and hasn't met him yet. I took their wedding pictures two summers ago and they are a wonderful couple. I am very excited for you both as you make wonderful parents.



I think Kysen is smiling a little in this photo. Or possibly going to the bathroom for the tenth time. After two bottles, babies have to go. Poor mom got peed on three times I think.





Almost asleep, but never fully asleep. I think this is a cute picture of him.



This is probably one of my favorites. I don't know why I love the yawn. This is how I know he is extremely tired, but just won't give up. He really didn't want to miss anything and enjoyed all the lights.



Thank you so much for bring him over at only 13 days old. He such a cute baby and very good for not falling asleep the whole time. Hopefully he napped really good for you that afternoon!

Kacee, thank you for fighting for our freedom! You have a beautiful boy that is being well taken care of.

Friday, November 20, 2009

Lorash Family



This family was so cooperative for only being 20 degrees outside. I'm glad we could all find a time that worked for everyone, and the kids were great! There were so many pictures taken during this hour session and here are just a few. They will be ready soon.



Thanks for toughing out the weather. I love the snow picture, very Montana!

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Miller Family



What a wonderful family. It actually turned out to be a fairly nice afternoon for November in Montana. It usually never happens that the last photo of the session is the best with kiddos this small. I love the family photo above and we even got the dog to stay.

The youngest was so busy and just a typical little boy. His parents did an awesome job at getting him to smile. I love the pictures of the boys below.

I just had to add this photo. So cute of the oldest boy with dad.



Thanks for dealing with the cooler temperatures. It was great to meet you.

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Pierson Family



This was a fun family session. The kids were at a familiar area taking pictures at "papa" and "nana's" house. The landscape was gorgeous and a great place to take family pictures. This fall the sun hasn't been out very much, so I can photograph anywhere. Today was a bright, sunny day and we had to work to find the perfect spots. I love the way this photo session turned out - the kids make it one of a kind!

The photo below is one of my favorites. These two were great in front of the camera - such a fun interaction.










After taking about 40 minutes of family photos we added the "whole" family. For one picture I think most everyone is looking at the camera. This is really when I need an assistant to dance crazy next to me - then all the little kiddos would look at me.



I am so glad that we finally could find a weekend that worked. I really wish there were more fall colors, but this session turned out great for the end of October. . . could have been snow!

Saturday, October 31, 2009

Collin & Family

What a cute, busy boy. I was wondering after this session if I was going to get any "great" pictures of Collin looking at the camera and smiling. He is a busy kid, and was enjoying the new location and golfing. After I downloaded all the pictures onto my computer I was really excited. Here are just a few of my favorite pictures.


I think this tree is the only fall colored tree in Billings. I'm pretty sure by this weekend all the leaves are gone.


It was fun to watch Collin golf and love it so much. He is a typical boy in love with sports.




I had a great morning with your family. Thanks for calling and putting up with the cold temperatures.

Friday, October 30, 2009

Pearson Family

It is always fun to see families grow with new additions. All the kids were so good and did really well with the cooler weather. The above picture is one of my favorite family pictures. I didn't even have to combine two pictures - everyone is smiling and looking at me in 1 photo. This doesn't happen often.


The girls were really easy to photograph since they would come up with their own poses and I just clicked the picture.



I had a great morning. Always great to see everyone!

Friday, October 23, 2009

Ketchum Family



So this post is LONG overdue. I just got back from vacation and needed to get these pictures up. This family is long time friends of ours and they were such troopers out in the 20 degree weather. So cold and the little girls did awesome. These are only a few of my favorites, and wanted to get them up today for you. They all should be done soon!





Thanks for calling. You have a beautiful area to photograph at, love the barn!

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Quincy

Welcome to Montana. One really never knows what the weather is going to be like. I am so glad that Quincy was up for the 20 degree morning. He wanted fall colors and I think we got a little fall and winter. Sad to say I don't think we are getting fall this year at all. The storm a week ago froze the leaves green and now they are all just dropping. No beautiful colors; no oranges and reds - I love fall and right now I feel like I'm stuck in a grey winter.

Here are a few of my favorites from the freezing morning. You would never tell it by these pictures that it was only 20 degrees out.







Here are the winter pictures. Already snow on the ground!



Thank you so much for handling the cold morning to get your senior pictures done. It was great meeting you and your family. Good luck with the rest of your soccer season.

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Lila

Happy 1st Birthday Lila!!! She was the happiest little girl during this session - I loved it. One hour of fun and laughs. I cannot believe how fast the newborns I photograph grow up, and it has been a joy to watch Lila turn one. I love the way this photo shoot turned out. Below are only a few of my favorites - they are way too many!!!


Look at her, so sweet!





This is her Halloween costume, so cute. She was flapping around like a little chick as you can actually see in the picture her hands are a little blurry they are moving so quick. She was walking and moving and grooving in the studio.



The cake! She was getting pretty hungry towards the end of the session and enjoyed her cake. I loved this picture.



Her mom was a little worried how she would do in a studio setting instead of outside with her puppy. I think she did wonderful. Enjoy!

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Hansen Family



I am so happy when photography gets me back in touch with wonderful highschool friends. I went to school with Brandie and it was fun to meet her family. I was so glad that our schedules allowed us to switch the photo session to the last warm day of September. Now it looks like it is going to be a cold winter.


I love the picture below. Isn't he cute? He didn't want to smile, very into exploring, but still did great in front of the camera. I think that counts as a half smile.




Sorry this took so long. Enjoy! I had a wonderful evening and so glad that everything worked out with the weather. I enjoyed meeting everyone.