This is the story of my first “casting call” in virgina beach — a photo shoot where I get the opportunity to try new ideas and in return, you provide the models. Be on the lookout for more information on how you can take advantage of these upcoming opportunities!

Before baby liam was born, I asked his mama about a crazy idea I had for a newborn portrait. As much as she loves her horses, this was a no-brainer. The day of the shoot was incredibly hectic and we trekked to Pungo with this two-week-old guy to attempt a specific shot. Would he sleep? Could we pull it off? Would the horse cooperate? As soon as we stepped foot on the ranch, the stress of the day faded and i just enjoyed the view–sprawling fields, unending wooden stables and the soft light of sunset. No wonder this was his mama’s favorite hideaway.

Jackson (the gorgeous horse in the photo) had been hanging out in the pasture all day — so he was relaxed and gentle. So, with Jackson, Liam, his mommy Bonnie and a handler, we headed to the field to work on getting baby Liam to sleep and Jackson in position. The setting sun dipped behind some unexpected clouds — so we worked fast (doing out best to ignore Jackson’s curious pasture mates who kept blocking the camera!) We got the shots — well, as close as we could considering the light and a restless baby. We had time for a few mama snaps and wrapped it up, trudging home in the dark. (bareback baby is a composite FYI – mama and handler were removed from the image)

Thank you Bonnie for supporting my vision and for making it your own! I had a blast at the ranch and can hardly wait to go back.

our bareback baby:

mama love at sunset:

on the ranch:

our faithful friend “Jackson”

here he is in-studio. such a sweet face — and i adore his cowlick swirl.

You must have been a beautiful baby
You must have been a wonderful child…
You must’ve been a beautiful baby
‘Cause baby look at you now.
-bing crosby

do they really come any cuter than this? i adore the 5-7 month age…and seamus is an easy reminder why. squishable and full of smiles, he made my job too easy. plus, his mama and daddy are amazing…they have that “new family” glow that only comes after the newness (and stress) of a newborn has worn off a bit and there’s time to focus on the miracle that you’ve been blessed with. thank you so very much to the h. family for inviting me to capture these precious moments. i so enjoyed meeting you, your beautiful son (and nealy too!).

“from small beginnings come great things,” – proverb

here’s a sneak preview for holly, my latest mom-to-be. she even braved 19-degree weather for a few shots outside. now, that’s a baby that’s already loved! here’s to the three of you holly — i know great things are in store.

well, make that fall. we are so lucky to have such wonderful neighbors here in RI–and they are so lucky to have such an amazing dog. meet mocha.

congrats to angie and art on the birth of baby boy parker – 8lbs 4oz and 20 inches long. one amazing mama, angie brought parker into the world with a completely unmedicated labor. can’t wait to meet the new addition in a few days!a few shots from her fabulous and fun maternity session: