{Ohhhh…this has spurred a desire…} Arizona Commercial Photographer

A desire to travel.  I've always wanted to see Ireland's 40 shades of green and Scotland's rolling rocks and grassy countryside.  Many of my family members have been, but I'm looking forward to the day I can go rather than hearing & reading about it.  I want to go to photograph the landscape, the people, the lifestyle.  Sigh...someday I will go there.  But this outfit that I photographed made this desire resurface.  Majd, the designer and talent behind, Janum, sent me this adorable tartan outfit!   It's made so well, and I was impressed with the detail.  And the peasant top - it's wrinkle FREE.  I want like 10 of them in different colors and patterns.  It's made of a soft, material and goes with everything.   Also she's designed this cute little girls costume for Halloween {Rapunzel}!!   Brielle got a kick out of wearing the costume and being Rapunzel for a while during our shoot.  Her smile was huge and she giggled a lot. :)

{***swoon*** Palm Tree Princess's Fall Line}

When the creator of Palm Tree Princess contacted me to photograph some clothing from her fall line, I was excited to see what she was going to send based on our conversation.  And when I got the clothes, I was blown away!  I may have even **squealed**out loud!  I just love her style!  It 's so posh, hip and unique.  I fell in love!!  Anyway, here's a peak at some of her Fall line!

{Heat Index = **120 degrees** for this beautiful family's photos}

But the heat and humidity didn't stop this family from looking amazing.  Grandma was in town and leaving the next day, so we braved the hot weather and I must say - it's the fastest session I've ever done with 2 locations.  You can't even tell this family was dying in the heat- they did awesome.  I on the other hand learned what sweatbands for your forehead and wrists were invented.  I need a good pair and I'm not ashamed to where them (behind the camera) if it will help from sweat dripping off my brow  LOL.  But seriously, I might consider getting a pair ;-) Here's a little peak at our session!

Note:  My calendar is filling up for fall.  If you haven't booked and wanted to you may want to do it soon before all spots are gone.  All of September is booked,  there's one date left in October, and a few dates in November is still available.  Go to the 'contact' page on my website to inquire about a session availabilities.

{itty bitty bundle of cuteness}

A while ago, I was lucky to have the opportunity to photograph this handsome little newborn and his beautiful mommy, Haleigh.  This is her 4th child and only boy - isn't he adorable!  He's absolutely perfect!  Haleigh is a friend of mine and also a talented photographer right hear in AZ too.  She's beautiful on the inside and out and I'm so happy we met.  She and her little boy were fun to photograph - isn't she stunning?!  She reminds me a little of Denise Richards....= gorgeous :) Anyway, here's the overdue post of Haleigh and her little bundle of cuteness!

{Ohhhh...Eliza Kate is at it again...}

Back to school means fun new designs by Eliza Kate!  I've been working with the talented Krystin for over a year now and I'm always excited doing business with her.  As you've seen on here before, her style is fresh and full of  happy,  well blended colors with a fun girly look.  Here's a peak at some pieces from her Fall line!  Nuxiemade designed the cute matching hats for this.  Thanks Nux!!!

On a side note:  I just sent  out my first Newsletter!  Yay!!  It includes specials only for Newsletter readers!  Click here to be come a subscriber.

{My 'Low Down, Throw Down' Interview at 'The Maternal Lens'}

Not too long ago Shannon from 'The Maternal Lens' contacted me for an interview on their 'Low Down, Throw Down' segment.  I was flattered and happily agreed :)  What a fun interview - very creative questions that really made me think.  Thanks so much Shannon for allowing me to be a part of your 'Low Down ,Throw Down' (love that tag line by the way!).  If you haven't seen their blog, check it out it's packed full of awesomeness and creativity.

{she's almost two!} Arizona Children's Photographer

It was  a hot evening (104 degrees) when I met beautiful Lyla but she greeted me with an enthusiastic  smile.   She was awesome in the heat and we made sure she was hydrated frequently ;-)  Faces were very flush showing how hot it was here in the desert.   Lyla was the easiest two year old I've ever photographed, it was like she knew what she was there for and she was going to do what we needed to do to get the shots.  Her mom made the adorable tutu you see below and the pink 'Yo Gabba Gabba' shirt and skirt.  She's very talented!  Here's a peak from our session.

{so new, so beautiful}

I was so excited to meet this little cutie!  She's was only 8 days old but seemed wiser and stronger than any 8 day old I've met.  This little dark haired beauty was lifting her head, trying to climb off my props and wanted to be stretched out.  There was no rolling up into a ball for this little one.  I think she knew better...she was in a big world where she could stretch and there was no need to be cramped, curled, or scrunched ;-)  Smart cookie.   I so enjoyed spending time and photographing her.

Above: A tutu that her mommy made for her before she was born.  Darling.

Below:  During one of our breaks.  I couldn't help but sneak a picture of her cupping her hands together happily eating.

{Handsome, Squishy Lil' Newborn}

***Squeal!***  I had so much fun photographing this little 10 day old baby boy. Isn't he adorable!!  The best part about photographing newborns is the fact that I get to hold such a new little life, hear their little squeals & grunts and I get to take my time with them (there's no rushing, we're on their schedules).   Of course it made me want to have a third baby sigh...but I'm just going to have to live vicariously through my clients instead ;-)  Here's a little peak at our session.

Brother & Sister Desert Session {Phoenix Children's Photographer}

Spring is in full swing here in the Arizona Valley.  Today it's supposed to get up to 94 degrees and creeping up to 100 before we know it.   So now is the perfect time for sessions before the heat gets too blazing hot.  I recently had a fantastic session with these two cuties.  They were so fun, I could've photographed them for hours &  hours :)  I love the interaction these two had with one another, so loving.   And little Grace was so excited to be photographed she didn't even want a break for drinks or snacks.  I loved it!   Anyway,  here's a little look inside our session. :)