These two were a dream. They approached me with the biggest, warmest smiles. They were playful and were laughing the entire time! It’s couples like Missy and Pat that renews my faith in love! Here are a few favorites from our time at Sabino Canyon. It was such a beautiful evening!!

Sweet little Landon is 17 months old. He’s full of energy, very independent, and is super ticklish! I had so much fun exploring downtown with these two handsome guys.

Well I wanted to post every single image from this gallery, but I narrowed it down! Rory was the sweetest little man. He has two puppy protectors who wanted in on the photo fun, and he had a nursery to die for! This home was filled with so much love. So grateful to spend the morning with this beautiful family.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sonoita has a special place in my heart. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it, so naturally I was super happy to get asked to shoot this amazing wedding. Paul and Shelby rented out the Last Stand Guest Ranch and said their I Do’s by a beautiful lake surrounded by horses. The reception was in the barn and it was all  so charming and intimate. The family did an amazing job decorating. They had giant Jenga, and corn hole, but the kids took it all over and just had bean bag fights and built buildings with the Jenga pieces. The sky was breathtaking and I couldn’t have wished for a sweeter couple. Thanks to Alexis for coming along, being my navigator, and getting some beautiful photos!

Cupcakes by Sweet Rush Boutique

Catering by Prairie Chicks Catering

Makeup by Brandi Lucero

Gown from Maya’s Palace

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I have to give Elena a huge high five for being such a trooper. She climbed up a mountain at Gates Pass in a huge ball gown and heels. Not many people can say they’ve done that before. She’s getting ready to celebrate her Quinceanera so we did some fun portraits of her…and a few of her brothers and cousins:)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I always get excited about photographing newborns, but I have even more anticipation to meet sweet little ones when I did maternity photos for momma. Baby Demi came a little early, but was perfect in every way! Mom and dad are big U of A fans so I had Kelly from Sarah Bow design an adorable U of A headband….along with a few others she gave me! Baby Demi also modeled a crocheted headband from Bundle Bowtique.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here are a few of my favorites.

I have photographed Leighton and Emsley several times and since the last time I saw them, Emsley is now running and is seriously the best little model in front of the camera with these captivating blue eyes and radiating big smile! Their cousins Teagan and Britton got to come along this time and get in on the photo action. We sang songs, danced, rolled in the grass, and jumped all around. I decided I want to start adding some outtakes at the end of my blog posts to show some behind the scenes photo “fails” except I think they’re perfect, real moments that are hilarious. This is why I love kids. They are so raw, funny and entertaining and they’re not even trying!

THE CAST!

 STARRING:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 AND NOW FOR SOME OUTTAKES!

When direction takes a wrong turn

 When siblings have just had enough closeness for the day!

 When your little brother bull rams you to the ground! Dying!

 

Baby Mila entered the world and had to immediately have open heart surgery. Her amazing strength and incredible doctors got her to where she is today…a healthy, happy, beautiful baby girl with 2 amazing big sisters! We couldn’t do a traditional newborn shoot since Mila was older, but we got some great ones regardless.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I got a call one evening early in the week asking if I happened to be available for a wedding the upcoming weekend. Luckily the shoot I already had scheduled that day was in the morning so I was able to make it! I would’ve been so incredibly sad to have missed out on this amazing, creative, lively, and once in a lifetime wedding!

There were some strings pulled to get these two lovebirds a beautiful wedding at The Biosphere 2 in Tucson Arizona. For those who haven’t been to or heard about the Biosphere, it is dedicated to the research and understanding of global scientific issues. The Biosphere 2 facility serves as a laboratory for controlled scientific studies, an arena for scientific discovery and discussion, and a far-reaching provider of public education. Its mission is to serve as a center for research, outreach, teaching and life-long learning about Earth, its living systems, and its place in the universe.

I walked into the getting ready room and immediately saw a costume hanging on the wall. I was then greeted by so many huge smiles and happy faces. Alexis, the bride, was GLOWING and her excitement was radiating from her eyes!

The bridal party all wore jumpsuits/spacesuits and they had an actual bear as a ring bear-er. The flowers by Atelier LaFleur were incredible! After the ceremony, we got to take a few pics inside the Biosphere and even though it was fairly late and dark, it was completely magical! I can’t wait to go back and visit!

The night ended at Rancho Robles. We weren’t there to join them, but I’m sure it was a party to remember!

Thanks to Alexis Perea for being my sidekick and getting some great shots!