Sometimes it nice to just breathe.  As much as I love what I do, it's always good to take time off to reflect on the blessings I have in my life.  Part of that is being given this wonderful opportunity to photograph people.  Not just human beings and it's another job.  It's more about having the chance to be with people and to know them.  I can't imagine trying to capture an image by just saying hello and then pointing the camera.  It's so important to me to find a person's true essence.  Whether is it someone who feels awkward in front of the camera, or a baby crying or children running in very different directions, I love to work through all of it and create a moment.  I don't put a time limit on my photo sessions for this reason.  It takes time for everyone to feel comfortable.  However for the first time I decided to try a Christmas Photo Mini Session.  It was fun, but I hope I have the opportunity to have more time in the future for a full session with these children

.  I think by this date, holiday cards have been delivered.  Therefore I will show you a few from the mini session.  Lastly, I will also add a few full sessions I enjoyed.

Now a few special families that I was able to spend a full session with!

How precious are they?  Meet Paris and Nash. 

Meet Roberta's grandchildren!

Meet Warren and Louise!

Meet Harper and Ella!

Meet Edy!

four cropped 8x10

A present for Liz.

A Very Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to all of you.