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I can’t believe little Seth has graduated his first year portrait plan. Oh how fast time flies.

It is such a joy to get to photograph these precious growing babies. Preserving these memories for mamas makes my heart sing. It is a joy that never gets old. Babies change so much in their first year, it’s just crazy. Having special portraits at each big milestone is so very, very special.

I was so blessed to be able to capture their maternity portraits, newborn portraits, and 6 month portraits.

When Seth was still in his mommy’s belly, we met at SAU campus for their maternity portraits. One year later, we are back again for his first birthday portraits. I just love the way this worked out.

We were initially going to meet at a baseball field for his first birthday portraits but with the rain that we have constantly been having, everything was so wet. Last minute we made the call to switch to SAU campus and I’m honestly so glad we did. These images are so precious.

Little Seth, you’re a sweetheart. The many faces you make are so stinking adorable. You are the sweetest baby boy. Happy first birthday, little man.

Meet the Wade family! They are such a sweet family. And what adorable kiddos!

I’m sure you recognize a few members of this family from past sessions. I can’t express how thankful I am for repeat clients. It means so much to me!!

This session took place on the coldest day ever. Ok, maybe not.. snowpocalypse of 2020- shudders… Anyways, this day was cold. You get the idea. We raced through this session in record time because these babies did not need to be out longer than necessary. I knew I could get what I needed, I just had to move quick. And hey, moving quick keeps you warm. Haha!!

Everyone handled the cold so well! I was so proud of the kiddos. Little Easton was having a hard time warming up to me so I decided to let him throw leaves at me. Boy was that a good idea! He loved every second of that! Haha!! It’s so fun to figure out ways to get little ones interested in photos. It almost never fails that games are the way to do it. Make it fun and they will like you. That’s my motto anyways.

I hope you enjoy this session! It was a good one!!

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The 2022 family and newborn portrait season has come to an end. It was CDP’s best year and I can’t tell you how thankful I am for that. You’ve all been so very supportive and loving. Trusting me with your most precious moments is such an incredible honor.

From anniversary portraits, newborn portraits, weddings, and more; 2022 was one I will never forget!

I believe my ability to serve you and your incredible families has grown and developed even more in this year.

I dove into off camera flash to incorporate in lifestyle newborn sessions and learned it’s not as hard as I thought it was.

I was able to invest more into my business by upgrading my gear (that’s been needed for a long time!) and I can say that was a great decision.

I was able to travel for sessions and bring my family along to enjoy a little get away together.

I set a goal for the amount of income I wanted to reach for the year and because of your unfailing support I nearly doubled that goal. I am humbled and honored by each and every one of you. I can’t tell you how much this year has meant to my family.

I am trusting God for the year ahead, knowing that if I follow where he leads, I can’t fail. No matter what happens in 2023, I trust in Him. May God richly bless each and every one of you for the love that you have so graciously shown me.

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These precious kiddos brightened my day! They were so sweet and full of energy. I loved every single second of meeting them. Their mama is a long time friend of mine and was in my wedding. Being able to photograph her precious kiddos was so special to me.

We met on a gloomy day just outside of Shreveport Louisiana. It was gloomy, but it felt great outside! This usually helps make the kiddos happy. Too cold or too hot is not fun for anyone!

One thing I like to do with littles that have never met me before it introduce myself to them without my big camera. I want them to get used to me before I pull out the big black thing they have to look at. I always get down on their level and try to let them know I am their friend. It can be hard for them at first especially if they are more shy. But almost always they warm up and we have a wonderful time together!

After we have let them warm up a little, I’ll bring out my camera and if I can tell one is a little more weary of me and my camera I’ll let them look at it and even help me take a picture. They always love this!

I’m a big believer in not rewarding with snacks during the session because this typically ends in them wanting more and more. Instead I try to reward with games. If they will give me a good smile, I will let them run and play. It’s a win, win!

These same tactics worked with these precious kiddos and I think it’s safe to say we left as buddies. I love getting to serve all these precious families in this fun way!

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