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!

Gabrielle | A Day in the Life of a 2-Year-Old

I've been lucky enough to photograph Gabrielle since she was born two years ago (newborn, 6 months, 1 year), and she just keeps getting cuter! Those cheeks! Ahhh, I love toddler cheeks. :)

I recently spent an idle Saturday morning with this family of three and laughed at Gabrielle's silliness until my own cheeks were numb. Enjoy this goofy girl!

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!