Little J | Newborn Photographer Irving Dallas McKinney TX

It was such a pleasure seeing this family again, especially with their new addition! It is so much fun watching families grow.  Their big sis will be the focus of our next session.  I can't wait!

Zoe | Senior Photographer McKinney Dallas TX

The beginning of your senior year in high school is exciting on so many levels.  It is going to be a year full of firsts and lasts.  Zoe was a true pleasure to photograph.  She is stunning, with her long red hair and picked the perfect outfits to compliment her beauty and her personality.  I enjoyed her sense of humor and listening to her talk about her life.  It was a very eventful session, but totally worth all the unexpected places and visitors!  Thanks, Zoe!

Finally! | McKinney Dallas Baby and Family Photographer

I had been waiting to get my hands on this little doll since she was born!  Mom, dad, and sister braved the incredible heat and I am so glad they did.  We were all more than toasty by the end of the session, but it was definitely worth it.  Looks like this little one is going to have the same stunning blue eyes as her sister.  I'm not sure how daddy is ever going to be able to say no to these two!

Home Sweet Home | Dallas Irving Newborn Photographer

This is the same little man from the birth I posted not long ago.  And yes, I am a bit behind on my blogging!  It was so nice to see him again.  I loved how attentive his big sister was and how his big brother was still trying to figure out why another baby was there.  LOL!  They were all so cute!  It is so much fun watching a family grow.  It seems like yesterday I was taking SJ's newborn pictures and now the house is full of love and laughter (and diapers and crying...but that part of life will change all too soon).

The Carbajal Family | Mckinney TX Family Photographer

I love this family.  Their oldest daughter was in my kinder class at church and she was the sweetest thing.  I couldn't believe how much they had all grown since our last session over a year ago.  I'm sure their oldest son felt the same way.  It was his first time back home since I last saw them.  He has been off serving our country and I have no doubt that they were glad to have him home.  Maybe the next time he is on leave I can get some shots of him in uniform.  Thank you for braving the heat with me! 

See the look of adoration?.... I saw it on each one of their faces during our session.

A Gorgeous Mother & Son Session | McKinney TX Family Photography

This was such a fun session.  I couldn't believe it when she told me her son was four the last time they had family pictures taken.  As parents we all know how fast those days turn into weeks and years.  I'm sure it seems like only yesterday when her High School Senior walked into his first day of Kindergarten...

And one of just mom...

We all want pictures of our kids, but it is important to remember that they want pictures of us, too.  Step out of your comfort zone.  You WILL be glad you did!

William Jakes' Birth Day | North Dallas Birth Photographer

After many weeks of bed rest, it was finally time for Baby Jakes to make an appearance.  He was early, but thankfully it wasn't too early.  No NICU for this little guy!  This was my first time to see a baby, other than my own, being born and it was an amazing experience.  Memories of my three girls' births flashed through my mind and I was once again reminded of the awesome power of our Creator. 

"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations." Jer. 1:5

For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. Psalm 139:13