Kansas City Engagement Photography

Shannon & her fiancee are getting close to tying the knot so it was time to squeeze in some engagement pictures before the big day! They are both originally from Arkansas where they had never had much snow each winter. So, welcome to Kansas City, where the last 2 winters have been nothing but snow storm after snow storm! :o) We started out inside, but I was so glad they were brave & adventurous enough to spend the second half of their session outside, getting their feet in some of that snow. What a fun couple!

For the next snowy session I shoot I'm thinking snow angels will be a must! Who's game??

Kansas City Baby & Family Photography : The Sowers Family

I met the Sowers family at their home for a photo session with their sweet little boy who just turned one year old. I followed him around as he played with his favorite toys and explored his home. He even tested his skills on the stairs for me. But my favorite part of our session was when I suggested we get out some pots & pans on the kitchen floor and he played some music for us. Always a favorite pastime among the diaper set!

Kansas City Baby Photographer : Joe's Baby Session

Baby Joe is just 9.5 weeks old and so alert and focused. A serious little man, he studied me and fixed his big brown eyes on me which made for some really great images. I didn't have to work to get his attention, but by the end of the session he was so worn out from all the work he did he fell asleep in his dad's arms before I even finished packing up.

He is such a sweet and good-natured little boy. I love baby photography! {and babies too!!}

Kansas City Family Photographer : The Close Family

Every time I see their last name I think, "How fitting is it for a family's last name to be 'Close'?" It's pretty perfect as it's very true. I met this charming family at their home for their session. They welcomed me in with such warmth. The Close family has been a joy to work with and photograph!

And this little girl won me over in a heartbeat. She kind of steals the show, but I don't think they mind. ;o)

Kansas City Baby Photographer : Sloane's 2 Year Portraits

Little Sloane was as chilly as could be for her wintry session. But she was turning 2 in just a week so timing was everything. Birthdays don't wait for the weather, after all. ;o) Halfway through her session we headed indoors for some much needed warmth and we were all a lot happier!

She is such a cutie and was so much fun to chase around and photograph. I had some nice surprises during editing since I wasn't sure quite what I was capturing while shooting. She was a mover on a mission to explore the world! So I just shot a LOT and came up with some pretty adorable captures.

Kansas City Senior Photographer: Trey Sprick's Senior Session

When Trey's mom, Candy, called me up to schedule his senior photo shoot I knew right away that it would be a fun one--Trey's favorite season is winter and there happened to have just been a lovely snow storm leaving us with several inches of snow. It was spontaneous, because we needed that snow, yet sooooo cold. A high of 12 the day we had scheduled, so we put it off for a couple days until it was a balmy 26 degrees. The sun was out & Trey did a fantastic job of not looking as cold as I know he was!

These are some of my favorites from his session & it just goes to show you, snow can be a lot of fun!

Sylvie's Baby Session

Miss Sylvie is 3 months old and so smiley! A very calm baby too which made my job of capturing her cuteness really easy. It met her, her mom and her older sister, Harper, this morning in their home. Harper had some really cute baby pictures taken so now it was Sylvie's turn in front of the camera. Here are just a few of my favorites!

Tiny bubbles

Her hair reminds me of my Rowan's fuzzy hair when he was tiny like this. So cute!

It was all toothless grins for Mommy who was right nearby.

Christie's Yoga Poses

Usually I am the one posing people but I, quite literally, ended up with quite a twisted up session this afternoon with Christie Froman, a yoga instructor. This was another first for me and it was so much fun and just simply amazing how long she could hold all the yoga poses while I shot away, capturing some great stuff for her own website & business. Here are a couple of my favorites along with a great headshot. I don't want to give it all away. ;o) You'll just have to look her up to see the rest.

Britton's Senior Session

Britton & her mom came all the way from Wichita for her senior session. We had a ton of fun, found some fantastic light and finished up her session just before sunset. She had this dramatic eye makeup professionally done (I highly recommend--the results are worth it!) & her purple scarf and vest really pop!

The Hendrickson Family

After Christmas I met up with the Hendrickson Family, visiting from Utah, for their session in the Freight District.

Their 6 month old baby girl was all smiles!

Love the toothless grin

December Portraits

Now it's time to catch up on some of the winter & holiday portraits from last month.

I started out December with a Groupon feature...and sold 300 sessions! This will be a busy and exciting year for sure! I hope you enjoy all the new work.

This maternity session resulted in some really beautiful images that are among my favorites of the month.

These twin sisters were adorable and love the camera.

I think he's making out his Christmas list in his head here & is more than ready for Santa!

I love babies and this little sweetie came equipped with the most squeezable cheeks. I couldn't help holding her just for a bit between shots.

A super fun couple's session on the Plaza. This was a great day for it too! Still completely in love when they cuddled & looked into each others eyes. I love that! I can't wait to photograph their daughter's senior session in a few months.

This baby had patience & curiosity like you wouldn't believe. She was usually looking everywhere else but at me...the studio lights were especially fascinating. And I love her curls!

An in-home engagement session. A first for me! I love my job. I get to do new things & meet new people every day! I loved this moment of them in their living room, all trimmed for Christmas.

Another great session on the Plaza. This one with the Silva family. Some of them were only in town for a short while for the holidays--all the way from Africa, so it was a fantastic time to get some photos with everyone together.