the best magic
Sleepless nights, countless diapers, messy rooms, endless laundry, pulling teeth to get through homework…it has been a journey. But I wouldn’t change a thing, and I know you wouldn’t either. Indoor family sessions hold a special place in my heart for many reasons.
Back in 2019, my youngest was born and we scheduled our first lifestyle newborn session with our favorite photographer. She had been photographing our family for several years, but she was no longer offering studio portraits. I trusted her expertise, but I would be lying if I didn’t say I was an emotional wreck (I partially blame hormones) the entire time she was in our home. From my perspective, it was a nightmare; the kids were WILD, the house wasn’t magazine-worthy, and our son’s hair was out of control. Our photographer remained professional, calm, and so so sweet even while I was a hot mess. I promise you I sobbed for hours when she left. But guess what? I cried tears of joy when I saw the gallery. She found the beauty in our everyday chaos and captured our little family perfectly. They will forever be my most cherished photographs.
When a session evolves organically, I’m all about it! I’m talking sibling quarrels and grumpy attitudes to belly laughs and flipping off the furniture. Sounds crazy, right? Nope! Never feel nervous or embarrassed when I am in your home because I have seen (and likely lived) it all. Walking into a space filled with loud noises and chaos is completely normal for me. As a mom of four rowdy children, I can tell you the best magic truly lies within the walls of your own home. Familiar sights, sounds, smells, and textures put people, particularly children at ease. I’m not saying your babies will be perfect little angels during the session (and trust me, that is okay!!), but they will be comfortable and their emotions will be genuine. I want to see PERSONALITY in every form because capturing real, raw moments is what I love to do! I promise you these are the moments you will want to remember and eventually relive even when they seem not-so-perfect at the present.