The "S" Family *Sneak Peek*

The W Family

I met up with the W family at private estate in a gated community on a crisp, January afternoon. I kept a snail's pace as I drove throughout the neighborhood in order to gawk in amazement at the size and beauty of the houses and the pristine landscaping, which, in January, was inspiring. Each house had ponds and creeks, bridges, and private trails. If I had not been working, I might have parked my car and walked so that I could better explore and take it all in. What an amazing neighborhood!

The "W" Family *sneak peek*

I met Amy when she was about 4 years old and instantly adored her. The same afternoon, I remember playing "horsey" with Amy and her baby sister, Becca, at a family barbecue, permanently grass-staining my favorite jeans ; loving every second of it. About two months after we met, I married her uncle and became Amy's (favorite?) aunt. Now she is 12, and beautiful and talented. Amy is also a dancer and spends about four hours a day in dance class. It was an honor to photograph my niece over the holidays in her toe shoes (ouchie!) and leotard. We chose a gorgeous outdoor location. I give *kudos* to Amy for braving the 18 degree afternoon to capture these shots.
It was crazy cold but worth it!

Newborn: Miss Libby

Miss Libby was welcomed into the world on December 14th; petite and precious She is my newest niece and I could not wait to photograph her. She does not look tiny in these portraits, but I assure you, she was pint-size and awake and alert for most our session; until the very end when a clean diaper, a full belly, and a darling hat lulled her to sleep.

Giving Aunt Coco (me:) the "pinkie."

Angelic...

I love this picture! She looks like a little angel resting, dreamily, on a cloud.

My nephews, Jamin & Travis, holding a 4-second pose for this shot with their sister...

We attempted a "grandchildren" picture for a Christmas gift for my parents.
It was a miracle getting the kids to stay still and smile at the same time.
They are all smiling wildly as Nanay captured their attention from a corner of the room.
Nanay is their FAVORITE person on the planet!
Brock (my kid), Jamin, Travis, & Libby...

The "D" Family

One of the great things about the D family is that they laugh.
Not that they like to laugh.
They love to laugh.
I found a few pictures had fallen prey to camera shake because I was chuckling right along with them while trying to take the picture.
Kudos to the D family for braving the bitter chill of a November afternoon for their family session. We had hoped for a little snow to add to the ambiance of the session but no luck. Fortunately, we saw several deer wandering and feeding as we were wrapping up our session at Kathryn Albertson Park; deer that I might not have spotted on my own had I not been with a group of outdoorsmen; hunters. Thank you D family for a great session and lots of laughs!

Coral *Senior Pictures*

"I'm not a supermodel" Coral reminded me several times during her senior picture session. I challenge you to take a look at these pictures and convince me that Coral could not pass for a supermodel! We met up at the Boise Train Depot on a crisp, but sun-shiney November afternoon and took advantage of all the photographic treats that the Train Depot offers; rocks, water, rustic staircases, carpets of autumn leaves winding their way around the park and the trees; a little bit of architecture and plenty of autumn afternoon glow.