Sweet Baby Gabriel's Birth Story

Wow.  I am so thankful that Kendall and Will allowed me into one of the most intimate and private moments of their life, the birth of their son Gabriel.  It was a truly amazing experience, and I will never forget it.  Being a new mom, I can tell you that having pictures to document your birth is something that you must have.  The experience goes by so fast (even though while you are in labor it can seem like forever), and to be honest, you will probably forget the moments in between.  Whether you choose to book me, or someone else, it is definitely something I recommend with all of my heart and soul.

Kendall started with contractions that were about 30-40 minutes apart on Monday 12/20, and then it jumped to 20 minutes apart, and then by 10pm on Tuesday evening, I was getting the message that they were 10 minutes apart, and they were on their way to The Birth Center.  I think I was just as excited and anxious as my own labor and delivery!

But enough talk, let me show you the pictures! Kendall, was amazing. She made birth look so easy.  Little Gabriel was out in no time, born at 12:17am on 12/21, weighing in at 7lbs 8 oz. And Will was great in supporting Kendall and keeping her comfortable. We shared some laughs and jokes, and I almost cried.

 





































 

Again, thank you so much Kendall and Will. It was an AMAZING experience, and I am so happy that you let me be there to capture this day for you!

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Loving Yourself

If you follow my facebook page, you rarely see pictures of me face on.  I personally feel that I make the weirdest faces when I am photographed, and I end up looking goofy.  The problem is, I am in a field where I capture peoples beauty, so how can I tell them to feel natural in front of the camera and let their beauty shine through if I dislike being in front of the camera myself?  I suppose it has to do with that I feel that every person is beautiful, and one of the skills of a great photographer is making your subjects feel that way.  My past brides and portrait clients have all told me how great I make them feel in front of the camera.  Everyone from my maternity clients who have gained weight, to my brides who have curves.  I love directing people, and I have a knack for making them feel comfortable.

It's odd that I, as a photographer, do not like having my picture taken (well not so much taken, but more so shared with others to see).  It is weird.  I am confident, I am outgoing.  I have to be right?  I stand out.  When I am at a wedding, I am easily spotted because I stand out (thanks for my huge fluff of hair and my height).  So why is it that I do not like having my own picture taken?

I am not sure why it is, but when talking with a group of amazing photographers, one of them shared a link.  It's about loving yourself, and it hits some major points!  So whenever you are feeling down and not loving yourself, take a read.

Loving Yourself-Warning: Women are Crazy

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