Everyday Portraits, Rutherford Family, Old Mill Farm

     It’s a wonderful combination to have a new venue to explore and a returning friends and clients in front of my lens. So grateful to the owners of Old Mill Farm for letting our entire group wander their property and enjoy their beautiful farm during this gorgeous October evening. Chris and Jamie, I so enjoyed being able to document the growth of your boys and how much Liam has changed even these past few months. Working with couples and families like you are the highlight of my weekends, so thank you again for this time. 

Phaup Family, Zoe - One Year, Amherst, VA

     One full year. Of wonder, excitement, joy, and anticipation…and of two parents watching someone experience things for the first time in their lives. While I was out of the country during Zoe’s official 1-year celebration, our time together later in the month provided the perfect opportunity to celebrate her first year and her many changes, expressions, and small wonders that such a tiny life consists of on a daily basis. So grateful for this beautiful evening with the three of you, for our many memories captured over the years, and for yet another opportunity to be a part of this milestone in your family’s life. Until the next one!! 

Newborn Session, Delello Family, Lynchburg, VA

     At-home sessions may just be a new favorite of mine, especially when it comes to working with families like these. Danika has been a dear friend of mine for years, and I have loved watching the process of her falling in love, to getting married, to now starting a family of her own with her wonderful husband Jared. To see you both working together to give your precious son a home environment where he is loved and cherished is truly inspiring. Thank you both for inviting me to be a part of this new phase along your family’s journey.

Everyday Portraits, Brinly Family, Forest, Virginia

     The best kind of early summer days are spent with families like these. I think these photos capture the essence of our time spent together…the laughter, the smiles, lingering embraces, and even those quiet moments in-between. Steven and Whitney, I loved watching the way you interacted with you beautiful children, even though they have been with you for so short amount of time. I know the kind love you offer will only continue to expand as you open your hearts to welcome the newest member of the Brinly family later this year. Thank you for letting me commemorate this special time in your family’s lives by capturing all of this.