Sneak Peek { Sydney & Sienna } | Naples Family Portraits In The Secret Garden

By Terrilyn on February 5, 2010 – 4:14 pm

lifeXpressions photography family portraits in the secret gardenToday’s sneak peek features a very special family I’ve had the pleasure of working with for several years now. It’s always such a joy to see them each year and see how much the girls have grown and changed. I know Mom is just on pins and needles waiting to see all the beautiful photos we captured that day so I’m hoping this little sneak peek will tide her over until I get their custom slideshow ready. ;)

Pssst Between you and me…I think she’s going to have a tough time narrowing down her favorites. These are two seriously adorable little ladies!

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By Terrilyn | Posted in All Session Highlights, Families | 6 comments         Add a Comment
  1. Christin Northrop   -  

    Beautiful!

  2. Jennifer   -  

    Completely priceless!! What beautiful little girls and such a lush location. Gorgeous work Terrilyn!!

  3. Michelle   -  

    Wow, wow, WOW!!! Love these!! Their little smiles just light up my heart.

  4. April   -  

    What a BEAUTIFUL family and truly stunning location. Mom has quite an awesome sense of style too if I may add. Loving the colors she picked for the girls.

  5. Andrew   -  

    Stunning. Simply stunning.

  6. Amy Smith   -  

    So sweet! I love the closeness and connection you’ve captured between the sisters. Beautiful portraits!!

Flashback Friday

By Terrilyn on February 5, 2010 – 9:00 am

Here’s the scoop: Each Friday I’ll randomly select one photo from two different sessions from the lifeXpressions archives to share here on the blog. The featured family will be eligible to win a free 8×10 of the image showcased on the blog AND a $50 gift certificate towards a future session which they may use for themselves or pass on to a friend.

Flashback Friday ContestSo what’s the catch? The flashback image could be as recent as this past January or as far back as 2004, names of the clients will not be given so you’ll just have to make sure you’re checking the blog every Friday to see if your session is featured. If it is, you have just one week to claim the prize so you better act quickly! Are you ready?!? Here we gooooo….If one of these totally cute kiddos belongs to you, contact us at info@lifexpressions.net to claim your prize by midnight eastern time on Thursday February 11th.

Have a great weekend everyone! :)

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Around Town

By Kelly on February 4, 2010 – 9:30 pm

I know, I know.  It’s Superbowl weekend.  But, life does go on – right? Haha!  Well, considering I’m not a huge football fan and am only going to a Superbowl party to catch up with old friends, I thought I’d better figure out what else was going on this weekend.   Here we go:

Professor Patches Magic Show, Cape Coral Yacht Club – Friday 2/5 at 7:00 p.m.

Do something magical Friday night and take your kids to see Professor Patches!  Voted the best entertainer in SWFL by Gulfshore Life Magazine, Professor Patches will amaze children and adults alike. This would be the perfect event to bring the grandparents too!  Doors open at 6 for free kids’ activities.  The show begins at 7:00 p.m.  Tickets are $5 per person; call (239) 574-0806 for more information.

Cape Coral BIKE NIGHT – Downtown Cape Coral, Saturday 2/6 5:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Like to ride?  Well, get down to  Cape Coral Bike Night – Easy Riders Magazine says “it’s the place to be.” Join us on February 6th, 2010 from 5-10pm in Downtown Cape Coral for the best bike night in all of Southwest Florida. Our October and December events packed the streets with crowds of over 12,000 people for just one night.  Enjoy tasty food and beverages and do some shopping with merchandise from the area’s best vendors. There’s live music for everyone to enjoy and biker games for the serious competitor in you. The streets of Downtown Cape Coral will be closed to regular traffic just for this event and neighborhood restaurants, bars and hotels are ready to serve you.  For more information, click here.   Remember to Watch Out For Motorcycles!

Art Festival – ALL WEEKEND, River District {Downtown} Fort Myers

Art Fest Fort Myers, Southwest Florida’s premier art festival takes place downtown Fort Myers on February 6 & 7, 2010 from 10 to 5 each day. Each year Fort Myers’ only free, two day art extravaganza, decorates our downtown with exceptional artwork, entertainment and children’s art activities.  Attendees enjoy and purchase artwork in a variety of mediums and prices from nationally recognized artists from across the country and around the world.  Its better than a gallery – there is lots of variety – you can talk to the artists – you can view the work of over 200 fine artists in a single weekend – you can introduce your children to the magic of original art. Enjoy this amazing opportunity to see some of the most creative and exciting artwork to be exhibited anywhere in Florida this season!  For more details, click here. {The photo featured below is the stunning work of one of the artists featured at the festival – John Brady}.

ArtFest Fort Myers, Southwest Florida’s premier art festival takes place downtown Fort Myers on February 6 & 7, 2010 from 10 to 5 each day. Each year Fort Myers’ only free, two day art extravaganza, decorates our downtown with exceptional artwork, entertainment and children’s art activities.

Attendees enjoy and purchase artwork in a variety of mediums and prices from nationally recognized artists from across the country and around the world.

Its better than a gallery – there is lots of variety – you can talk to the artists – you can view the work of over 200 fine artists in a single weekend – you can introduce your children to the magic of original art.

Enjoy this amazing opportunity to see some of the most creative and exciting artwork to be exhibited anywhere in Florida this season.

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Trendy Tuesday | Out to Sea

By Terrilyn on February 2, 2010 – 9:00 am

Spring clothes seem to be popping up in all the stores in the last few weeks. I have noticed a hot theme this season is the nautical look. I can’t think of a better idea for your next beach photo session!
Nautical themes whether they’re classic anchors and stripes, or funkier skull and plaid combinations are a fun look for you and your family. Try out some of these great ideas that were a fun twist on the nautical theme. Add pops of color like yellow or red to your classic navy and white outfits for an extra punch in your pictures. I really think your family will have lots of fun shopping and modeling these clothes in an “Out to Sea” photo shoot!

Crazy8 has a perfect pairing for a family of girls…lifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraits

Martin & Osa is featuring Nautical styles for Mom & Dadlifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraitsClassic sail away outfits from White Grey Organicslifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraitsLuna Luna Cruise line at Little Posh Princess for your big girl and Miniboden of Joules clothing for your boyslifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraits

Happy shopping!

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Flashback Friday

By Terrilyn on January 29, 2010 – 9:00 am

Here’s the scoop: Each Friday I’ll randomly select one photo from two different sessions from the lifeXpressions archives to share here on the blog. The featured family will be eligible to win a free 8×10 of the image showcased on the blog AND a $50 gift certificate towards a future session which they may use for themselves or pass on to a friend.Flashback FridaySo what’s the catch? The flashback image could be as recent as this past January or as far back as 2004, names of the clients will not be given so you’ll just have to make sure you’re checking the blog every Friday to see if your session is featured. If it is, you have just one week to claim the prize so you better act quickly! Are you ready?!? Here we gooooo….If one of these totally cute kiddos belongs to you, contact us at info@lifexpressions.net to claim your prize by midnight eastern time on Thursday February 4th.

Have a great weekend everyone! :)

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  1. teri mason   -  

    what a cool promotion. and the images are ADORABLE!

A Little Slice of { Gavin’s } Life | Custom Portrait Mini Sessions in Estero

By Terrilyn on January 27, 2010 – 9:00 am

lifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraitsGavin’s Mommy decided to book a Slices of Life Mini Session so she could get a few updated photos of her little man and I’m <SO> glad she did. He’s just 15 months old but overflowing with personality already. Take a peek and see for yourself…lifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraits

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By Terrilyn | Posted in All Session Highlights, Slices of Life Minis | 7 comments         Add a Comment
  1. Jennifer Johnson   -  

    What an adorable little man! Mom’s going to have a hard time picking a favorite – I know I am and he’s not even my little guy.

  2. Lisa Kelly   -  

    Hehe, what a cutie. He totally makes me smile. Lovely images, so much variety.

  3. Jana Kunz   -  

    This looks like it was a fun session, he is so adorable and full of expression!

  4. Anna-Karin   -  

    What a sweet little boy!
    He looks so full of expressions. Which I am sure led to many great captures from you!

  5. Stephanie   -  

    LOVE these, what a cutie!

  6. CarrieS   -  

    These are too cute!! And trust me, I know how hard of an age this is and you just rocked it as always!

  7. Yvonne   -  

    Adorable! You really captured his personality here!!!

Sneak Peek { Paxton } | Naples Baby Portraits

By Terrilyn on January 25, 2010 – 7:50 am

Anyone remember these little guys? Maybe from Austin’s newborn session? Or Mason’s newborn session? Or maybe it was their session last year? Okay, my memory gets bad sometimes too but I’m willing to bet you remember the post I made showcasing their family titled: Prayers for a very special family. It wasn’t more than a few days after their Maternity session last September that their whole world was turned upside down when they learned their unborn child had only half of a heart.lifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraits

To learn more about their incredible journey and the amazing little man I’m about to share with you, you’ll have to hop over to their family blog, The Wild, Wild, Wests. There’s simply no way I can do justice to their story but I will tell you this, having known this family for about four years now I know, without a doubt, that if anyone has the faith, strength, love, and devotion to weather the storm and end up on top it is them!

Without further ado, allow me to introduce Paxton David West…lifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraits

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lifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraitsKeep fighting Paxton, we’re praying for you and your family. <3

By Terrilyn | Posted in All Session Highlights, Babies & Toddlers, Children | 9 comments         Add a Comment
  1. Yvonne   -  

    Adorable! I’ll keep Paxton and his family in my prayers.

  2. Tracey Jones   -  

    He is beautiful!

  3. Kristen Birmingham   -  

    Priceless Terrilyn – I’ve been following the Jenn’s blog ever since you posted it on your website. Jenn and West family someone in NY who you’ve never met (me) is pulling for you – you are in my prayers!

  4. Sherri W   -  

    Believe it or not, I DO remember!! Beautiful and gorgeous AS always. Those are some handsome boys and very nice, rich color!

  5. Jana Kunz   -  

    Such a beautiful baby and a heartbreaking story. :(

  6. Marne   -  

    Wow! Simply Awesome family pics.

  7. Christin Northrop   -  

    Beautiful!! And that last one just melts my heart. What an inspiration!

  8. Julie   -  

    Beautiful portraits! Beautiful boys and Paxton is adorable!

  9. Stephanie   -  

    Wow amazing images, gorgeous family!