Austin, the youngest of the Heyl cousins, came in for his 9-month milestone session and—as usual—was full of smiles and the best little expressions! He’s always such a joy to photograph, and I couldn’t get enough of the personality he brought to each setup.

Every time I see him, I catch glimpses of his big brother Adam in his face—especially in the way he smiles and lights up the room. It’s so fun to see those family resemblances come through!

During his session, Austin was the perfect little model for a couple of my brand-new props. We also made sure to include his personalized Mardi Gras ladder seat—a sweet nod to his big brother’s sessions, where we used the same one. I love being able to carry those little traditions through each child’s milestones.

These sessions are always extra special when they involve family, and watching Austin grow over this past year has been such a treat!