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. 
Let me tell ya, more often than not the hardest subject to get natural, relaxed smiles from is usually DAD! Betchya never would have guessed that! Let me tell ya, there ain’t nothin’ better than capturing a Daddy’s honest to goodness REAL smile.
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.
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What an absolutely gorgeous family! Your beach images always amaze me Terrilyn, such beautiful color and clarity!!
What a beautiful family! You managed to capture their essence, and somehow I just know they’ll cherish these portraits for a lifetime.
LOVE the jumping shots!! Look at her hair fly, too cute. Beautiful work as always Terrilyn!
Oh that first shot, like so many of the others, is perfect! You’re right in saying they are a beautiful family. To hear that they are strong, too, well that’s just even better.
Beautiful family session.
Wow. These are stunning. As I scrolled down each one was better than the last – amazing job!
Ooooh I love those last poses!! Love jump shots! LOVE EM!
Beautiful family! The jumping shots are super fun and the family image is just perfection.
What beautiful images full of so much life!
Absolutely beautiful, every single image. You certainly know how to capture a family.
Your work is just so breath taking and gorgeous! I just love looking at it!
Wow! These are fabulous! That big one of her and the crazy cool hair is awesome! I hope the parents got that one large for the walls!