The R. Family {Family Photographer, Cincinnati, OH}

I have known the R. Family since our CSL bowling league days about 5 years ago.  Since then, their family has expanded to include a beautiful little boy, Matt!  He wasn't quite ready for our photo shoot to begin when we arrived at the park, but after a little coaxing and a snack or two, things got underway!

I think he may have been teething on the day that we met; he chewed on crackers, his sippy cup, crayons, and even a book!  The evidence is below.  Teething can be such hard work! :)

Little Matt's grandparents were in town for the shoot, too.  Thanks for making it!  A few of my favorite photos from the session are below. 

Baby Quinn

I traveled up to Columbus a few weeks ago to photograph Baby Quinn who had just turned three months old.  He was such a sweet little guy - but really just wanted to sleep while I was there!  We did manage to get a few shots in between his mini naps though.  The family also has two dogs which are also a big part of their lives, so of course I snapped a few shots of them, too.  Enjoy!

A little face-time with Mommy.

These friendly eyes kept a watch over the photo shoot.

Hangin' out with Dad.

He started getting ver-y sleep-y....

But it was back inside for an outfit change!  ...and a snooze on the countertop.

Sleepy eyes and a quick snack. Nom, nom, nom.

We picked a beautiful day for photos, and they have a gorgeous backyard.  So, we headed back outside for a few more pictures.

They had really wanted some pictures of the family with the dogs...

So we called the dogs over and Quinn got some puppy kisses!

We did our best to position everyone... 

And Quinn took the opportunity to snooze a little more with his furry babysitter...

This puppy had no problem posing for the camera.  How cute is this? 

(it's the dog that you don't see that wasn't as eager to smile for the camera... she couldn't resist playing with her stuffed squirrel!)

So, we made the most of it and settled for a dog-free family portrait!

Right before I left, Quinn woke up from his cat-nap and gave me this...  

I knew there was a smile in there somewhere!

Thanks for inviting me over to photograph your beautiful family!  Congratulation on your sweet baby boy. :)

Baby Jacob

I am pleased to introduce 6-month old Jacob to all of my blog readers.  This little guy was very interested in my camera during our meeting... in fact, he was looking at the camera in about 85% of all of the pictures!  When I got home to do my editing, I was amazed!  Perhaps he's destined to be a model in the future... he sure is cute enough!  And his big blue eyes - wow!!  Mom & Dad could be in trouble when he hits his teenage years. :)

He looks so dapper in his shirt and tie! 

I feel like he should be saying, "Buy, buy buy!  Sell, sell, sell!" 
What a little munchkin!

My little model and his proud parents.

WARNING:  You're about to see some ridiculous cute pictures of a little train conductor.  These photos could cause heart palpitations.  Proceed with caution.

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Choo-choo!  Omg.

Can you believe these blue eyes?  Incredible!  No photoshop'ing required.

The family's other baby...

 The end!  Thanks so much for inviting me into your home to capture these precious moments!

The Ksiazek Family

I recently shot some holiday pictures for the Ksiazek family.  This was my second session with them and their little guy sure is getting big!  He's on the verge of walking, so things are just about to get really exciting in their household.
I'm starting with my fav picture of the day!

He kept wanting to sit in my lap!  So cute. :)

Hey there, Mr. Candy Cane!

Love this one, too.  Very cool reflection.

He was much more interested in his mommy's pearls than my camera.

Charlie Brown tree!

Lookin' just like his momma

nom, nom, nom...

The Ksiazek's other baby, PJ.

Cutie family.

We ended the session with lots of giggles.

I think I see a tooth in there.

The End!  Merry Christmas, Ksiazeks!