Ben:: Mini Session

Connecting and reconnecting. Two of the most important (and awesome) parts of being a photographer. Melissa officially wins the award for ‘Client Who Has Known Me the Longest” … besides my mom. Melissa went to school with my mom and was a bridesmaid in my parent’s wedding back in the good ol’ 1980’s. So really, Melissa has known me my entire life. We met at the Indianapolis Museum of Art last weekend so I could do a mini session with her 7 year-old, Ben. Let’s talk about Ben for a second. If I was a boy when I was little, I would have been just like Ben. His favorite subject is Math (I loved math and science), and he loves the Power Rangers. To be honest, I didn’t even know that show was still on, but boy, did I love me some Power Rangers back in the 90’s. My neighbor, Chris, and I would play Power Rangers ALL of the time. Pink Ranger, baby! I had a Power Rangers birthday cake … that was the same year my parents cut my hair into a mullet, which they still claim was the style then … and it wasn’t called a mullet back then, but I digress. So yes, Ben is a great kid. It was so much fun catching up with Melissa and getting to hang out with Ben. Enjoy!

There’s a great terrace on one of the roofs at the IMA. Ben ran up to the doors and was peeking in, so I thought we could have some fun with the windows.

See that front tooth?? It’s not there anymore. Melissa told me he lost it the next day. Love this one.

Ben is a cool little dude … Just look at his shades he was rocking.

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Rick, Susi, Frank & Linda:: Mini Session

I was so thrilled when Susi signed up for a mini session with her husband, Rick. I was even more excited when she told me that her sister, Linda, and Linda’s husband, Frank, would be joining us. The only person who laughs just as much as Susi is Linda, and when you get the four of them together, it’s a great time. Susi is one of my dearest friends. Susi worked with my mom back in the day, and has known me for pretty much my whole life. We reconnected a couple years ago when we started working together in Indianapolis. Since then, we’ve shared many laughs, stories and margaritas. Susi, thank you for always encouraging me to follow my heart! You’re the best. Enjoy!

Linda & Frank will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary this year. Cheers to you two, you’re great!!  

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Kirsty & Aiden:: Mini Session

Remember when I said I got to meet some great new clients this weekend? And then remember when I said I got to hang out with some of my past (awesome) clients as well? Well, Kirsty and Aiden definitely fit into that category. I met them back in Autumn of last year, and I’ve had the privilege of seeing Aiden go from crawling to walking to running to having the best little personality. I met Kirsty, Aiden and Kirsty’s mom this weekend at the IMA, and we had a wonderful mini-session. So glad to have amazing clients like you guys … seriously, you rock! Enjoy!

Sometimes I use props to get little ones to smile … Aiden found these pinecones that entertained him for a while!

Okay, so Aiden’s little smile is the cutest!

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Cohen & Family:: Mini Session

After a wonderful weekend of mini-sessions, I’m ready to start sharing the cuteness. Meet Matt, Aliy and Cohen. I met Matt & Aliy through Lauren & Jimmy … ya know, Charlotte’s parents. We met on the beautiful grounds of the Indianapolis Museum of Art for their mini-session. The 30 minute session was just wonderful. Cohen is 7 months old, which means he’s eager to move. He’s a little champ at crawling … and he’s fast. Thank you Matt & Aliy for such a great mini-session. Your little guy is adorable! Enjoy!

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Thirty, as in Three-Zero

When I created my 101 in 1001 list, my main goal was to challenge myself. Even though I knew number 42 would be a challenge … I wanted to see if I could do it. I wanted to see if I could write a new blog post every day for 30 days. I am so thankful that I have had so many wonderful people stop by the blog to check it out. Really, what would it be without everyone who spends time reading what I have to say? So, here it goes. I’m going to blog every day for the next 30 days … Hopefully I’ll have a fun mix of photo sessions as well as some peeks into my life. I have a lot of big things happening this next month, so it’s a perfect time to complete number 42 on my list.

On a related note, a big high-five to my awesome clients who took part in my mini sessions this weekend. The last two days have been so much fun. I met some great, new people and got to catch up with several of my past clients. It was a great excuse to get outside  and get some sun, which I really needed.

Here is a sneak peek of one of my mini sessions. This is baby Cohen (I LOVE his name) … He and his parents will make their big appearance on the blog tomorrow. Until then, enjoy!

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