Thank you for a blessed year | Tulsa Children's and Family Photographer

I feel truly blessed by the people that allow me the honor of photographing their children and family each year. Professional photography is an investment, and choosing the right photographer is not an easy decision. So, I thank you, my clients and friends, from the bottom of my heart, for having chosen me as your photographer. I hope that your experience with me was fun, and that the portraits your received met, and maybe even exceeded your expectations. I look forward to working with you again. Have a very Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!

Christmas came early | Tulsa Newborn Photographer

What a sweet family, and adorable baby boy! I love love love working with newborns, and as challenging as it can be to get those sweet sleepy shots, it is ALWAYS so worth it to me.  Hope mom and dad agree...take a look at this handsome guy, and beautiful family!

All Grown Up | Children's Photographer

I was so happy when Carolina asked me to photograph her handsome one year old Zacarias. What a cutie he is; those curls and dark brown eyes just melt you. Carolina is my sister's best friend. I won't say that I've known her since she was in diapers, because I'd be lying, but I've known her for a very long time. I've seen her grow up, and I was so happy and excited to see her in her new role as a mommy. Caro, it was so much fun to meet your hubby and your little man! I had fun, and I'm truly thankful that you picked me as your photographer. Little Zacarias was not his normal self, full of smiles, but I think we still captured some really cute shots of your little guy.

Photo of the day | Tulsa Children's Photography

Another fall day....| Tulsa Family Photographer

It wasn't just any ol'fall day though...in fact we had lost an hour that day, due to daylight savings. As I drove to the location, I wondered if we would get rained out; the clouds were rolling in. However, in the direction I was headed it seemed to still be happy with sun. By the time I got there, though, the sun decided to hide behind the clouds and we had overcast skies the entire shoot...but you'd never know it had I not told you...now would you?? Location?? Let's just say beautiful, and I felt so privileged to be back at the same location from a few posts ago, A Fun Family. So, same beautiful location...but a bit different lighting scenario...beautiful nonetheless!! Take a look at this beautiful family and tell me if the sun doesn't seem to be shining? :)

and one of my favorites...

Here is the rest of the session...

Newborn | Tulsa Newborn Photographer

Okay, so I just realized that I've committed a huge faux pas.  How could I have left out this image from this sweet baby's newborn session slideshow.  This is one of my favorite newborn poses, just because it is super super cute and sweet, but I also give myself a huge pat on the back when I capture it, because it is a little challenging, and takes a LOT of patience--especially when baby is nearly 6 weeks old.  But this little guy, once he was out, he was out and held his chin up all by himself for a good 2 mins or so...I LOVE this shot of baby "P"...

Loving Fall | Tulsa Family Photographer

It was a beautiful fall afternoon...right before the rain came just the next day. The setting was amazing, the light just perfect, and the family great!! The wind picked up a bit, but we still got some great shots. Thanks "H" Family for a fun shoot!

...enjoy the whole session!

Newborn Sweeetness | Tulsa Newborn Photographer

This little guy was a delight. He was born just a few days after my little guy, and came to see me at nearly six week old. Even at 6 weeks old, i was still able to capture some sweet sleeping newborn shots. How fun is that?? Thanks baby "P" for coming to see me...I think mom really liked the images, and that makes me happy...because I've succeeded at my job!

A Fun Family | Tulsa Family Photographer

I feel so privileged and blessed to meet such neat people. This family is no exception. When she booked her appointment and said she wanted portraits made in her parents wooded backyard, I was a little nervous yet excited at the same time. I was excited that it was a new location, and I was nervous that it was a new location...let me explain. I LOVE new places, but I also like to know places before I shoot...so that I know the light. Well, let me just tell you that this backyard is a photographer's dream backdrop. It is so picturesque, and so many different spots with the perfect light to shoot in. I loved working with them...thanks "H" Family for choosing as your photographer.

6 year old...almost | Tulsa Children's Photographer

a very cute 6 month old | Tulsa Children's Photographer

Little B is such a ham!! Mom was a little concerned that he would be a bit of a grump during his session, as he is cutting teeth; but this little guy was nothing but smiles the entire time until the very end. He eventually did get tired of playing with me, but we were able to capture some really cute and sweet shots. Six months old is such a fun age, babies personalities just exude them and you can really see that in pictures.

...and here is the rest of the session!

11 days truly makes a difference in growth | Tulsa Newborn Photographer

Little N is now 18 days old--I know, he's still brand new, yet he seems so big. I guess, I'm used to my babies barely weighing about 7 lbs at this stage, that this little guy just seems gigantic to me. Nonetheless, I love the difference I see in these two images. Taken 11 days apart, I can see how much little N has grown in the last week and a half. It is amazing to me how fast they grow and change and yet, they are still so little and new...
at 6 days old, he fit perfectly inside the basket.

at 18 days old, he just barely fit in the same basket anymore...

15 days old....

A recent newborn...close to my heart

Just one for today...he's now 13 days old.

and at 14 days

The "J" Family | Tulsa Family Photograher

What a fun impromptu session this was!! They were a fun and delightful group to work with, and were such great troopers in the heat and humidity of the morning.  The boys are five and two, and they did an amazing job.  I think we walked away with some real keepers.  It's always a compliment to my work when mom says, "picking my faves is going to be hard to do"....that's what I love about my job, that my clients LOVE their images!!

So thanks "J" family...Loved working with you guys!!

...and of course, here's the whole session!

Senior Model Memorial High School: Darnisha | Tulsa Senior Photographer

This young lady was a delight to work with. She was easy going, very polite and very kind. She's got some beautiful eyes, they are full of life, and very expressive. I wish her all the best as she completes her senior year, and moves on to her undergraduate studies. She wants to be a doctor; I think she'll make a great one and be very successful! Thanks Darnisha for a fun shoot!! You are beautiful inside and out!

A Handsome 3 month old | Tulsa Children's Photographter

Little B. came in to see me again just a few weeks ago to document his 3 month old stage. I cannot believe how big he has gotten. Time sure does fly!! He's not only bigger, but more handsome, and still the perfect baby. We may have had to work a little bit to get the big smiles, but it was well worth it, wouldn't you agree.

The rest of the shoot....

you've seen some previews, now here is the rest of the shoot {mostly}. What do you think?

Up and coming talented author | Tulsa Photographer

This lady is beautiful inside, and no doubt on the outside. Just look at her! Nonetheless, she's a dear friend. She's been there for the birth of my my two sons, as our doula. She's a wonderful, witty, funny, energetic, and loving person! From the excerpt that I've read of her book, it is for sure going to be a great read! I look forward to getting a copy and enjoying her writing. When she asked me if I would photograph her for the cover of her upcoming book, I was elated and honored. Here are some of the images that we captured this morning, although I'm not revealing the images for the cover itself...these are more "marketing" pieces. Tell me she's not beautiful...

Siblings | Tulsa Children's Photographer

Mom and dad have seen the slideshow, now I just wanted to share my latest session...

Red White & Blue | St. Louis Family Reunion

I'm not biased or anything, but this family is beautiful! My sister in law asked if I would snap a pic of them over the 4th of July, and we found the prettiest spot within a parking lot of the hotel we were staying at. Hope you like it Mon!! :)

Love you guys! Miss you all...

Surviving 100+ temps | Tulsa Children's Photographer

She doesn't look too happy to be in the heat, but she did have fun playing in the sandbox...