Nate, Jessica, Tyler and McKenzie | Colorado Springs Family Portraits Photographer

Talking to Jessica...its fun.  I know that is a totally weird way to start a blog post...but really she has a beautiful accent.  I'm totally in love with the southern accents and I admit to loving how she would talk to her family...everything sounds sweeter.  ;p  But I'm sure you know what I'm talking about.  Tyler and McKenzie, both so adorable!  Kenzie just turned one and I loved seeing her fit in the same romper that she wore for her newborn photos with me.   That is one of my favorite things about my job...watching little babies grow and being able to photograph that.  Its truly amazing.  

This location and the time of day...well, lets just say it was magic.  That light was magic.  :)  Enjoy a few pics from the late afternoon. 

Anja | Colorado Springs Portrait Photographer

Beautiful Anja turns one.  Such a fun milestone...and particularly one I'm fond of photographing.  I've so enjoyed watching this sweet girl grow since she was just a precious newborn.  Beautiful...yes, she is absolutely beautiful.  Loved watching her squeeze her big sister in a big hug, laugh in her daddy's arms or snuggle with her mom.  This is such a precious family to me.  Enjoy a few pics from that morning! 

Megan, Kaylin and Bella | Rock Ledge Ranch | Colorado Springs Photographer

Can I just say that I love these girls.  Yes, I do.  I have been photographing them for a few years...and each time I walk away with a smile on my face.  Its a session where smiles come easily and as I'm editing I notice how genuine they come across even in their photos.  A sparkle in the brown eyes you could say.  And Bella, talking SO much now at 3.  Calling her sister KK or telling me all about her favorite things in life right now.  Or playing peek a boo with my chair.  Kaylin, a bit more shy but just as sweet.  Loved how Megan would laugh with her girls and just enjoy the sweet spring morning.  

Without a doubt this was a special session for me...enjoy a few pics from that day! 

Colorado Springs Family Photographer - Rock Ledge Ranch Christmas Mini - Tony, Beth and Crew

Oh my goodness...this session was fun and it was challenging.  Yes, every sweet child responds differently to me.  And with a mini session we usually have to dive right into taking pictures which can be startling or tough for some kids.  And Crew, I think needed that time...so a lot of the photos we were running...I mean all out sprinting to capture his sweetness.  And I'm happy to say we caught it.  He made Tony and Beth work for it...but they were laughing and playing right a long.  Which is something I loved about them.  I think it says a lot about someone how they respond to photos...yes, it sounds weird but it brings out a lot of stress. 

I can relate too because we get our family photos once a year and let me just say...any amount of bribing is not beneath me or Jon to capture them smiling.  So, I guess, the point in all this rambling...if you are willing to play and pretend with your babies..you just might get what you were looking for in that photo.  Which is so the point of children photography I think.  You need to be willing to completely make a fool of your self...which is often what I do.  I can't imagine the conversation after a session...I would laugh.  Anyway, enjoy this sweet families session...Loved them...Loved Crew and seriously, he is crazy cute. 

Colorado Springs Family Photographer - Rock Ledge Ranch Christmas Mini - The "L" Family

I have been working with this sweet family for about a year and a half.  I remember sweet Lena climbing on her daddy or when I got to hold sweet Anja when she was just a week, okay so it was to take her newborn pictures...but still.  ;p  

 I love the way Erik an Katrina interact or laugh at each other.  So for me watching this sweet family grow is one of the reasons I love what I do.  Its simply precious to me. 

Enjoy just a few pics from our warm day...I say that because it is now 5 below....brrrrr.  Happy Tuesday! 

Colorado Springs Family Photographer - Rock Ledge Ranch Christmas Mini - Natasha, Gerry and Xander

I love Rock Ledge Ranch.  Its so diverse.  Yes, I can shoot in so many different areas and feel like I'm doing something different every time.  I love the views of the mountains and in the summer the sweet pond surrounded by willow trees.  Of course the barn with animals is what my children love.  ;p 

I met this sweet family last year and it was so fun for me to see Xander a year older...his baby blues...WOW he is HANDSOME.  Of course he probably gets that from his beautiful parents.  What a sweet family and I loved that I get to continue to capture them!  Enjoy a few pics from this session! 

Colorado Springs Family Photographer - Chad, Jill, Rachel, Lindsey and sweet Abby!

Imagine, tons of laughter...running, wrestling (um not me) and a family who honestly loves each other.  Seriously, this family makes me smile.  I absolutely LOVE the way Chad and Jill would crack jokes the whole time...witty.  Yes, they are both extremely witty and it was pure fun to just hang out and enjoy this gorgeous afternoon. 

Timing was perfect...as far as seasons go.  I think this might have been the best display of fall for Colorado that I've seen in a long time.  Love the warm colors in the trees.  Makes me miss my home town. 

Enjoy a few pics from that sweet day...