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Baby Bowen was about a month old when we were able to schedule him for his newborn session, but I’ve really fallen in love with photographing older newborns.  They make the sweetest expressions, have great eye contact and their skin is usually pretty perfect (much less editing time LOL).  Bowen did close his eyes for […]

August 23, 2023

Kelsey and Nick’s engagement session at Avery Island was HOT but so much fun.   This is a location that I enjoy because it allows for time to really talk and get to know each other.   Kelsey and Nick will be getting married in Morgan City this fall and I’m really excited about the plans they  […]

August 23, 2023

Indie was the most alert, beautiful baby girl!   She just stared right at me most of the session, which I didn’t mind, because just look at those beautiful eyes!

August 23, 2023

Harper is one!  I got to photograph her along with her big brother for her 1-year photos last month.  Harper is on the move, very active and wasn’t a big fan of her cake, even though she did have fun smashing it.  Happy birthday sweet girl!

August 23, 2023

A couple of weeks ago, I posted Farah and Josh’s maternity session.  At the time, they didn’t know what they were having and guess what, it’s a boy!   Warren is a perfect little ball of chunk, just the most precious baby boy!   I’m so thrilled for these two and cannot wait to see this sweet […]

August 23, 2023

It’s not often that I get to do photos at this age, but Adam’s mama wanted to capture him at 18 months old.  This is such a busy, active age but it’s perfect for outdoor photos!   These were taken in Old Gretna, just a few blocks from my parents’ house.   There was plenty of space […]

August 23, 2023

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