Earlier this week (on one of our lately quite rare warm days) I had the opportunity to play catch up with a family I hadn’t seen in about a year. In fact, I’m pretty sure Lila (now two) was the same age then as her little brother is now (7 months) when we first met on the beach. This time they traveled all the way from Sarasota for our session together at Centennial Park in downtown Fort Myers. Suffice it to say, by the time they arrived little Lila was ready to go-go-go and that she did! I must remember to thank her for saving me a trip to the gym. haha 
Thanks Lila, Andy, Mommy (and of course Grand-Mommy too!) – it was so nice to spend the morning with you all once again. I’m looking forward to showing you all of the lovely Mommy and me moments we captured together real soon!
Today’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. 
Undercover sessions, could it be I’ve discovered the next big trend in portrait photography? haha Probably not. Mom did warn me prior to the session that Camryn (2 yrs old), while totally adorable, truly hates to be photographed. It’s actually quite common at that age but with a some patience I can usually coax out a little of the child’s unique personality. Nope. Not this time, Camryn meant business! I’d pulled out every trick in the book and the little cutie just wasn’t having it. So I did the only thing I could think of, I called off the session. Yep.
I know I’ve said it before but I really do enjoy watching these families grow. I think it’s even more special when they don’t actually live in Florida but still come to see me regularly for updated sessions. The last time I’d photographed this family Jaden was 3 and Camryn was just a little baby. This year they welcomed Taylor to the family, she looks a lot like her sister at did at that age, so sweet!
I have to say, I’m quite eager to see how much they grow and change by our next session together. I’m betting I won’t be required to do undercover work anymore but I’m pretty sure we’ll have a great time regardless! See you all soon!!
I remember little Zachary was just 6 months old when we first met. He had/has the most 
Then we have sweet little Sophia. Those blue eyes and full lips, I have to admit I’m just slightly jealous, isn’t she beautiful?? Sophia graduated from our 
I love being there to capture a family so in love with each other, it makes my job such a treat. Happy Parents = Happy Children = BEAUTIFUL FAMILY MEMORIES CAPTURED which equals one very happy photographer and, as my lovely assistant Kelly will attest, when Terrilyn is happy everyone is happy! *giggle*
Okay…okay…back to work I go….
Cue the JAWS music…dda nuh…da nuh…da nuh da nuh da nuh da NUH! <giggle>
Awwww!
I know that every family I have the privilege to work with is special. Unfortunately I don’t always get the opportunity to know just how special they are in those couple hours we spend together during the session. The family I’m sharing today I did not know prior to our session. They hired me to capture some playful memories for them while they were visiting the Naples area from Canada. I knew when I met them that they were wonderful people; Charlotte at just 7 years old was completely charming, her Mother beautiful and kind. Dad the perfect mix of strong and sweet, especially where young Charlotte was concerned. It was an absolute joy spending time with them, capturing their family spirit. However it wasn’t until I was faced with my own family crisis (which I won’t go into today) that I learned just how special this family is. I don’t want to share personal information shared with me in confidence – I’ll suffice it to say that I have so much respect and admiration for this strong family. I hope that this little sneak peek brings a smile to their face because their kindness truly touched my heart. 
One of my favorite parts of the session happens about half way through when we all get to let our hair down and have some fun – some of us more than others! When Charlotte lets her hair down, she REALLY lets her hair down! Look at that beautiful full head of hair! So jealous!!
You are so very blessed Mr & Mrs S. It was truly my honor and privilege to meet you all. Thank you for sharing your beautiful family with me.
We waited a moment or two to see if it would start to let up, unfortunately it only rained harder. I have to admit, I was starting to get a little nervous. I know how much effort goes into preparing for your family portraits and I know Mom had been looking forward to our session together for weeks now. Yet here it is rain coming down hard but that sun was still out there shining. Their flight was leaving that afternoon so I knew this was our only chance. Nothing like a little pressure to get the creative juices flowing eh?!
