Hines Hill Lifestyle Family Photos

I want to take it back to fall for just a second and share some photos of my sweet second shooter Samantha and her family. This girl has been such a light in the midst of wedding season craziness. She is always calm and collected and positive. Samantha is such an amazing example of living by God's faith and grace, even in the midst of hard times. I cannot say enough good things about her and the way she and her husband, Tony, are raising their kids.

Thank you doesn't seem adequate enough, Samantha, but I truly am thankful for you!

Lido | 1 Year Lifestyle Photos at Hudson Springs

On the most beautiful spring morning, I met Lido and his parents at Hudson Springs Park in Hudson, Ohio, for this little guy's 1-year photos (look back on his newborn and 6-month photos). Lido was the happiest I've ever seen him. I think he knew he super cool golf-themed birthday party was coming up later that week. :) A few of my favorites from my time with the P family!

Hinckley Lake Lifestyle Family Session

What a fun session! The S family met me at Hinckley Lake on a gorgeous June evening, and we basically played for the entire session. Nathan kept everyone laughing with his jokes, Nolan kept everyone on their toes as he really just wanted to practice his running and Allyson kept track of Nolan, as any good big sister would. I think my favorite picture out of the whole bunch is the photobomb picture at the end. All three kids have an awesome sense of humor to say the least. And mom and dad are pretty good sports too. :)

Cleveland Art Museum Family Photos

Sometimes you meet people by chance and it turns into a beautiful experience. I met Kauser when I volunteered with Literary Lots, a really cool project all about bringing the magic of ready to vacant, urban spaces. (Read lots more here.) This lady is brilliant, and I can't wait to volunteer for her again this year.

And as luck would have it, that little volunteer project of mine led me to this lifestyle shoot with Kauser's family. This is the definition of a lifestyle family session. I had so much fun running around Wade Oval with Aidan and Jinan and their mom (Kauser) and grandma … letting them be exactly who they are. Aidan is quiet and contemplative, while Jinan is energetic and silly. I hope these photos showcase who they are at this point in their life. I, personally, love them!

I looove this one!