Category Archives: Beach Sessions

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Munchin’ on Sand on Naples Beach

Just going to pop in and post one or two, really quickly. I’m a little backed up and bouncing off walls just thinking of everything I need to do but my computer doesn’t move as quickly as my brain does so instead of crossing things off here I sit, waiting, working, waiting, working, waiting. Oye! I really need to find a way be in two places at once…seriously. It would make life so much easier! ha ha

So, I’m sharing a quick one today, this little guy is Adrian. He recently visited the Naples area for his first birthday. Now obviously he brought the family along with him, but I’ll share more of them later. Mom swears up and down this little guy wasn’t enjoying the beach at all in the days prior to our session. In fact, if I remember correctly there was mention of tears and meltdowns as soon as the toes hit the sand. Well, let’s just say that was NOT the case when I arrived that day. In fact, I’d say this little man thought the sand was de·li·cious! *snicker*

This is one of those shots that when you first look at it you can’t help but to giggle out loud. You know, the kind of giggle that sneaks up on you and makes you snort when you laugh. Yea, that kind of funny!

Ok, just one more because he’s so stinkin’ cute! I need a caption for this one. Something that reads, “Who me? I didn’t eat the sand, honest!”

Senior Portraits on Sanibel Island

Ok, first I have to say, how cool is Mom to schedule Dana’s senior portraits during their vacation on Sanibel Island? She might just be the only girl in her Pennsylvania high school to get her senior photos done on the beach. I think that’s pretty cool!

Not only is Dana absolutely beautiful, she’s also quite a trooper! The day or her session was just plain gloomy. No, I take that back, it wasn’t merely gloomy it was raining on us for most of the session! I had her ducking for cover under my reflector, I was balancing an umbrella over my camera…oh…did I mention their were mutant misquotes attacking us the entire time too? See, Class A Trooper! She deserves something awesome for her hard work because aside from a few water spots and a dark sky in a few shots you’d never know, she was all smiles and sunshine. :)

Introducing Lauren {Then and Now}

Sorry for the delay in the Then & Now postings gang, things got a little backed up for a while there but we seem to be back on track now and I have some very important little Big Book of Babies stars to showcase in the coming weeks! This week I’d like to introduce little Miss Lauren to you. :) She first stole my heart more than two years ago now during a beach session that to this day showcases some of my favorite sunset images of all time. Since then I’ve had the joy of watching her blossom into this adorable spunky little preschooler with a heart of gold.

Here is Lauren {then} as published in The Big Book of Babies:

and here she is {now}:

 

We asked Lauren’s Mom to answer a few questions for the blog, here’s what she had to say:

What is your favorite children’s boutique?

Incredible Me! & Giggle Moon

Photographs are important to me because…

“I enjoy seeing all the changes the kids go thru. It also brings back wonderful memories of a particular time in my life and their life.”

One thing I hope to always remember…

“The way it felt to see and hold my children for the first time.”

A night out with the children? It can be done! What is your favorite child-friendly restaurant?

“Bayfront in Venetian Village, out on the patio.The kids love to look over the railing and watch for dolphins.

Mom’s need TLC too, where do you go to be pampered?

“Spa Blue, Naples”

An awesome, child-friendly place that theres may not have heard of is…

Sun -n- Fun Lagoon (Naples) and My Gym (Naples)”

 

 

What do you love about lifeXpressions? { Hey, you know you would ask too! }.

“Working with you! You NEVER hurry the session which is so important when dealing with children. You are always available for questions on ordering, wardrobe, etc. And of course, LOVE the photos and slideshows!!”

Note from Terrilyn: Thank you Mom! I have to say you have been a complete JOY to work with too! I’m looking forward to seeing you all very soon and meeting the newest member of the family!!

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Sneak Peek, Dario and Kristina Visit Naples Beach

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Meet Dario and Kristina - full of spunk and energy and their session proofs certainly showcase that! Dario was such a ham I swear he looked at me like I had two heads when I started teasing him and said, “Betchya can’t splash me!”. ha ha It was all in good fun, it’s HOT this time of year, I’ll find any excuse to get in the water!

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Kristina is my beautiful beach ballerina, isn’t she lovely? Mom wasn’t entirely sure about leaving her long curly hair down but I’m so glad she did, at least for part of the session. It’s the beach after all and long wavy beach blown hair just seems natural. I just adore, I mean seriously LOVE the shot of her running away and laughing! The small web-sized image can’t do it justice, this playful expression and the beautiful skyline deserve to be enlarged. I’m thinking maybe I need a new canvas sample!

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What’s even more fun is that they brought along their Grandma and Grandpa to get in on the action. I love sessions with extended family members, especially in this type of setting where they can play with the children and just do what they do best as opposed to sitting and smiling at the camera the whole time. I know as time goes by and I pull out the photo album I’ll have tons of snapshots showing me what my parents look like, but the images I truly treasure are the ones that show WHO they are and how much my children love them, the amazing connection that spans generations. To this day I get goosebumps when my little girl runs to my Daddy and he swoops her up in his arms. So much strength and wisdom- I’m getting all sentimental just thinking about it now.

Well Mr & Mrs L. I hope I was able to capture a bit of that for you! :)

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Sneak Peek, Seth celebrates his first birthday on the beach in Naples!

I believe I can fly…

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I had my first opportunity to meet this little guy last year ….

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Little Seth was so tiny he curled up in the palms of Daddy’s hands just perfectly, what a little sweetheart! Needless to say, when his Mommy called to book his 1 year session I jumped at the chance, there is something so special about having the opportunity to capture a sweet little soul when they’re first born and then having the honor of visiting with them again as they hit that milestone first birthday! They grow so quickly as it is but that first year goes by in a blink of an eye, it never ceases to amaze me how much they change in such a short period of time.

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I am so NOT a foot person, ok, that’s putting it mildly. Yet for some reason I totally adore baby toes! I’m also a huge fan of tubby baby Buddha bellies, which means it was only natural for me to instantly fall in love with this shot.

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Future heartbreaker alert - check out those baby blues!!

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Yep - The salt water is fun but I’m guessing from the look on his face it’s not all the tasty!  ;)

Sneak Peek, Dominic, Isabella, & P.J. visit Naples (Naples Beach Photography)

One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish…this bunch of cuties had the most adorable coordinated clothing. I’ve really got to hand it to Mom, she totally outdid herself! Ahhh, I wish I had time to share more but it’s after 5:00 pm and I’ve got to go pick up my own little monkeys.

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Sneak Peek, Timmy, Davey, & Sarah

I’ve only got a moment before my own little ones remind me that my work day ended 45 minutes ago and this is their time. ha ha ha So I will be very quick posting this sneak peek for a special client. I’ve had to pleasure of photographing these little ones several years in a row now. Each time I see them we have more fun together than the last - sparkling little personalities growing in this family. :)

Enjoy!

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Sweet Sarah & the birthday boy, Timmy

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Big brother Davey…

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