She rocked it!!

It was a beautiful spring afternoon today, and we hung out taking some fab-u-lous pictures. The last time I did her pictures, it was about 35 degrees outside - what a difference! She is a complete natural and the camera loves her, I had so much fun shooting her. Does anyone else think she looks like Julianna Margulies (from ER)? Way to go, sister supermodel!!

Sweet Baby Time

I had the pleasure of spending some time this morning with this sweet little guy. He came into the world a few weeks early, so he's just a little wisp of a thing at almost 6 lbs. I already forgot how teeny they are when they're freshly born! He was so calm the whole time, just as precious as he could be. Mom, I enjoyed talking with you today; I hope you got some rest after I left!

Brother & Sister

Here's another session from Piedmont Park. This 'tween' brother and sister were absolute naturals for the camera. They could do smiling, laughing, serious, togetherness - all without even thinking about it. I included the photo of the hat, just for Miss Em! Thanks for braving the traffic, guys, I hope you had fun!

A Day at the Park

It really was a full day at the park on Saturday - and the first beautiful day all week! Lucky us! I'm working on many images from the day, and have the first batch ready for posting on the blog. I must say, I was somewhat frustrated by the parking/traffic situation down there. However, after viewing all these images, I am in love with that long and fabulously green grass at Piedmont Park!

This family of 4 was so much fun to work with, and the little ones did so well with all the different pictures and poses. And the little guy was quite a ham! The dad of the family served our country in the armed forces - *thank you* for working to keep us safe and free.

I know mom is anxiously waiting for the sneak peek, so enjoy (I had a hard time picking my favorites)!

Li'l Ju-Ju

The weather cooperated on Sunday for a fun 1-year-old session. She had recently learned to walk, and so she wasn't standing still for anyone - too much to see and do! Mom and dad went above and beyond to enlist her cooperation. They even pulled out the red wagon - which is, I must say, my new favorite prop and I simply must have one. This was also the first official session with the pettskirt! It was so big and fluffy, little Ju-Ju just wasn't sure about it..... So here's a sneak peek!

Urban Outing

This was a family portrait session (literally, as in they are my family); and for something different, we headed into the most charming downtown in western Illinois. I have the 2 cutest nephews in the whole world, and they are so funny together - I adore the one of them giggling in the doorway. Thanks for braving the cold and wind, guys, it was well worth it!!

'Cheeky' little girl

I spent a little time with this 3-year-old cutie who has cheeks that go on forever. She was very stylish in her jean jacket and little cap. She was a teensy bit upset, and spent the whole time on mommy's lap - but you'd never know it from the beautiful pictures. Many thanks to her mom for letting me take some pictures of her!