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Featured Session {Adriene & Gene} | Fort Myers Maternity Photographer

Not too long ago, I met this lovely couple, Adriene and Gene, at Koreshan State Park for their maternity session.  Adriene and I had been emailing back and forth several days before the session about what to wear (of course), and how cool a particular shot would be, etc. – she was a great sport about all my ideas and I was thrilled to finally meet her.  We got started  right away and this image below is one of the first ones I got…aren’t they gorgeous???  She’s positively glowing and happiness about the life she is carrying was evident – as it should be!  Although I have two little ones of my own, I am still mesmerized and fascinated by pregnancy and birth.  It’s a miracle.  Plain and simple.  To be asked to capture the essence of this time in their lives was truly an honor.   Thank you both so much for spending the morning with me.  Even though it was hot, and we were all tired and sweaty by the time the session was over, I know you’ll look back on these pictures and smile.   I’m thrilled for you both, and can’t wait to meet the little one soon!

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Sneak Peek {Connell, Joseph, Eloise, Oliver, Wilson, Eliot & Family}|Captiva Family Beach Portraits

As Terrilyn and I were driving to Captiva for this session, there were dark, ominous clouds all around  us – along with a few lightening bolts and claps of thunder too.  We were *so* worried  the skies were going to open up and pour on us.  Nope.  No way.  We weren’t have any of that!   There were eleven (yes, 11)  members of this gorgeous family that we had to get photographed before it rained and we were on a mission!  Well, as it all turned out, the weather cooperated and before we knew it the session was under way and we were chasing some seriously cute kids up and down the beach.  Apparently, people in Texas  (that’s where they’re from) certainly know how to have a good time – everyone was giggling, and playing, and having a ball, as you can see.   Oh, and it didn’t take long for the kids to find some pretty cool sand castles on the beach to explore.  Check out that last picture!  Those  stormy clouds made for a pretty awesome backdrop, eh? Yep.  We know some people who can pull some strings from time to time <grin>.

Thank you all for letting us spend an evening with you – it was a great time, and we know you’ll have wonderful memories – and images – to cherish from your trip!

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Sneak Peek {Seth & Family} | Naples Family Portraits at The Secret Garden

A couple weeks ago, we had the pleasure of meeting Seth (who brought along his mom and dad), for a very fun session at the Secret Garden.  Terrilyn has photographed this beautiful family several times before – but this was my first time actually meeting them.  Well, let me just tell ya, Seth was just so stinkin‘ cute I could hardly stand it!   After some small talk with the star of the show, we decided to start out in the back of the property near the stream.  Seth was talking up a storm about how he wanted to get his feet wet (awwww!) .  So….we let him.  Yeah, we’re big pushovers here at lifeXpressions…it doesn’t take long at all for the little ones to wrap us around their fingers <…sigh…>.    Ok, back to the story.  Seth and Daddy cuddled up on the rock and dangled their feet in the stream – picture perfect!   Then Seth *tried* to sneak a smooch onto mama’s cheek….tried.  But, yeah, we’re always watching from behind that big lens and we  caught him in the act -  see below, Mom, for evidence <wink>.   See, I told you he was cute!

Seth, we’re smitten with you – so please don’t wait too long before coming back for another session!   In the meantime, make sure you keep giving Mommy lots of kisses, and Daddy too.  Thanks you guys – we had fun!

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Featured Session { Gwen, Grace & Grier } | Sanibel / Captiva Family Beach Portraits

On a glorious morning in the not-so-recent-past, Terrilyn and I had the pleasure of photographing this sweet, beautiful family while they were vacationing on Captiva Island.   They were staying at the *gorgeous* South Seas Island Resort, and we were both a little giddy with excitement that morning to check out this breathtaking destination once again.   In fact, it’s one of Parents Magazine’s Top 10 Beach Resorts for families.

This day was simply meant-to-be (some days are *just* like that, ya know?).   As we made our way down the dirt path lined with palm trees and mud puddles toward the beach,  the clouds began to separate from one another and the skies began to clear.  Then, sunshine poured on us like hot rain.  All I could think of was “wow, what a magnificent place to be!”     Gwen, Grace, and Grier (lovely little ladies!) were feeling it too!  Before we knew it  they had a little skip in their step, and were throwing handfuls of seashells back into the same waves that washed them ashore a long, long time ago.  They were splashing, and laughing, and running, and smiling from ear-to ear…all while mom and dad watched with hearts full of love.  Heck, even mom kicked off her shoes, grabbed her gorgeous girls, and hit the surf to jump waves  – yes, in their beautiful white dresses!

In fact, you would *never* know by looking at these images that we were all melting like popsicles into the sand.  It was hot, hot, hot!  Didn’t matter, because this family totally kept their cool  – everyone was smiling and having fun.  And THAT is what it’s all about.  Letting your hair down, feeling completely unbridled, laughing and being who you are – but yet knowing that your memories will be captured with skill, for you to cherish for lifetimes to come.

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Then, when the session was almost over, we went up to their balcony and captured this sweet image of the girls gazing at the ocean….and all I could think was: “penny for your thoughts?”

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Thank you Mom, Dad, Gwen, Grace, Grier for a spectacular morning.  We are so grateful you allowed us to capture these moments for you!

Sneak Peek { Colton } | Miromar Lakes Newborn Photographer

lifexpressions photography family portrait session, fort myers florida, on location photographer, naples beach photographer, naples newborn photography, sibling portraits, sanibel beach portraitsHappy Sunday everyone! Hey, I’ve got an interesting tidbit for you, at least it was news to me. Of course most of us realize the South end of Lee County is growing at an amazing rate. This is really not all that surprising to me considering I live here myself and know first hand what an awesome location this is to live in! Seriously, less than 10 minutes from THREE major malls, fine dining, entertainment, speedy access to I-75…ahh…I simply LOVE Estero. Oh goodness, I think I got sidetracked – HA! The interesting new fact I had for you is that the beautiful Miromar Lakes community has actually become it’s own CITY right smack dab in the middle of Estero and Fort Myers. It’s now officially called Miromar Lakes, Florida. That’s kinda neat isn’t it? Surprisingly this was my first visit to the community city and I’d have to say, with their grand fountains, amazing golf course, 5 star restaurant and yep, even their own private beach I think it’s safe to say they’ve earned the right to be called their own city. ;)

Okay, now that I’ve done my civic duty and informed you all of the hot new place to be, let’s get back to the gorgeous little guy being featured today shall we? What a cute little peanut!! It was just about two weeks ago that I met Colton and his proud Mommy & Daddy. He was a mere seven days old when I photographed him but oh so alert. Once I went through my standard ‘newborn whispering’ routine (as Kelly so aptly calls it) he settled right in and was game for just about anything. Take a peek for yourself, isn’t he just precious?! I’m always envious of these babies with a full head of hair considering my three were as bald as could be until they were well past their first year.

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Featured Session { Jenna } | Naples Beach Senior Portraits

Meet Jenna! Jenna’s graduating this year and currently lives in the great state of Texas. She wanted something a little different than your average every day senior portraits so she scheduled a session with me on the beach in North Naples.  Jenna and her Mother showed up with big smiles and a car full of clothes, I instantly loved them! This girl has style to spare and such an amazingly sweet personality to go along with it. Jenna, we had such a BLAST hanging out on the beach with you (and you too Mom!). I can’t wait to show you all the fantastic photos we captured that day…in fact…keep checking your email because those proofs will be ready REAL soon!

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Featured Session { Matt & Caroline } | Naples Family Beach Photographer

This lovely family made a trip to the Naples area all the way from New Jersey, by CAR. Brave, brave, souls! haha Seriously though, I’ve made the drive from South to North (Michigan to be exact) a few times myself it’s actually very scenic and the quality family time on the road can lead to memories that last a lifetime! I could tell the minute I met them they were easy going, fun loving, and full of spirit! I spend so much time chasing toddlers on the beach it’s always a nice change of pace to be able to photograph people who DON’T run from the camera!

A big thank you to the C. family for chosing lifeXpressions to capture your vacation memories while visiting sunny Florida. I hope you had as much fun during our session together as we did!

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