Little Ethan & Charlie had a blast at a very playful session!

and of course, what happens next. . .

After having to reschedule due to all of the rain, this family made the trip up from Philly for some fun in the forest!

Luke contacted me a few months ago about purchasing a gift certificate for his lovely wife for their wedding anniversary.  You see, Jessica loves photography and she captures wonderful moments of her children and husband, and they get some great ones of her as well.  As most families know though, someone is typically missing during all of this fun . . . the photographer! ;)  So, the goal for our session was for this family to have fun in the woods while I captured all of them together!  Of course, there were some silly little moments that happened during our session and many that involved a caterpillar! 

I had so much fun while Mom and Dad allowed their kids to just be kids, dirt and all!  I think Luke scored major brownie points with his gift!  I wanted to try to give you a feel for this session and one or two images just wouldn't have cut it.  Brian scored major brownie points with me for being the best helper ever!  Jessica and I are lucky gals! ;)

 One more for this gorgeous super mom!

Mike and Jenn are a seriously playful couple!  They traveled from DC up to Harrisburg so that I could take some photographs for them.  I had a blast and love the variety of their session.  I think I'll let the photographs do the rest of the talking . . .

The first image is actully one of the later images, but it pretty much sums up how fun they were!

 The next three just crack me up. . .it's a little story of Mike and Jenn!  I had to blog them!

Meet a sweet family I've been photographing for the past few years.  Baby Austin joined the family just a few months ago so it was time for some new family portraits.  We started at their home and then headed up the street to the family's barn for another location and some fun with the horses and even some baby birdies. 

First up is a photo with Tucker.  This is how he preferred to rock his family photo. . .as the center of attention and in the spotlight!  Look, even Austin is watching him.  :) 

What a fun evening I had photographing this extended family in Cape May, NJ.  You might remember a few of this gorgeous crew from a previous session I did for them last month with their dogs Tucker and Trevor.  Once they discovered we were all going to be in Cape May at the same time, they decided to book me for a fun and casual beach session.  The session was not without its challenges due to a lot of wind and cooler temperatures, but I think the photographs depict the fun nature of this family.

Thanks so much for the great evening!

It was important to have this session before the grandparent's departed.  I love that they were able to be included in the session! 

Cute Cousins!

Cute Siblings!

Brian took the next two. . .and they are beautiful!

I love the next family photograph, this is classic!  One kid is always trying to escape, but I love their expressions here!  :)  This is a great example of why I continue to shoot even after or if, things don't go quite as planned!

My awesome clients!  I'll be in touch when your entire proof gallery is live! 

Meet Asia and her canine companion Kimo - two 8 year old Pit Bulls 

Asia and Kimo were rescued from the Humane Society about 5 years ago.   Their story is quite amazing if you ask me; but what's more amazing is the woman who adopted them both.  Asia had been left to starve in a drug house in Harrisburg before she was brought to the shelter.  Luckily, just before her time was up at the shelter, she was adopted by her current owner.   However, instead of her owner walking out with one dog, she came home with two.  It turns out that Asia and Kimo only needed a few minutes with one another at the Humane Society to become best buds.  Kimo and Asia were kissing one another's faces after their brief introduction.  So, although it wasn't the original plan, that is how Kimo also found a home that day. 

Yes, Asia and Kimo are both pit bulls or maybe mixed bullies, and I know a lot of people give them a bad rap, but let me tell you about my experience with these true ambassadors for their breed.  I spent most of the session wiping those famous and obviously persuasive kisses off my cheek from Kimo while Asia let me hug and snuggle her like she had known me her whole life. 

Asia is sadly living with cancer.  While nothing is certain right now, what is certain is that Natalie gave Asia and Kimo an unbelivable gift over the past 5 years.  She gave them a second chance and many years they wouldn't have had if not for her.   I hope that there are many memories still left to be made.  I'm so thankful I had the chance to help capture some memories for you.  Seeing Kimo and Asia frolic, share kissies, and snuggle was heart melting. 

Dear Natalie, although the future is unpredictable, may these images of your canine companions bring you a lifetime of memories and happiness.  It was truly a pleasure to have the opportunity to photograph all three of you.  Thank you for sharing the story of how the three of you came to be a pack. 

Asia loves to roll around in the sunny grass!

 Kimo, the kisser!

Please visit the shelters and rescues when looking for your new furry friends.  You could just end up giving some lucky dog or cat a second chance at a wonderful life.