Category: Family

The A Family

It was so nice to meet and work with this family…extended relatives of previous clients!  After visiting about what was desired in their pictures, we began to formulate a plan toward where and when to take their pictures!  We landed on meeting at the Koester House Museum in Marysville, KS and then going to their home for additional pictures.  After a preview of these two sites, I became very excited about all the possibilities we had to work with and could not wait for the day of their session to arrive!

Here are some of the highlights from our time near the Historic Koester House:

Our next stop was at their home…the view from their deck was amazing, the landscaping was wonderful, and who could resist taking some pictures in the pretty wildflowers?  BTW, in case you don’t notice, this family bleeds purple!  True K-State fans through and through.  🙂

I am so thankful we worked the timeline in such a way that we were able to snag some pictures of Mr. A. with his super cool car.  This was the first car he owned and has kept through the years!  (I love nostalgic things like that!!!!  Oh the stories, the memories, the experiences, the history, the character…deep sigh!)

Thank you, A Family, for the fun memories, cool stories, ongoing smiles, and overall experience of getting to work with you all!

The P Family

It was such a privilege to work with the P Family again!  Although we see each other here and there, it is just often one or two members of the family at a time.  So, seeing everyone together was a real treat!  No only that, it also emphasized how much all the kids have grown and changed!  One things remains the same though, their love for each other.  Their bond as a family is refreshing to be around!

As we talked about their session and threw around different ideas, we landed upon two main settings.

We met at this little gem of a spot and incorporated the old, rock structure into their pictures!

(Special thanks to N.Z. for letting us use this location.  He even brush hogged some of the tall weeds back for us – thank you!)

The second location was a place they spend lots of time – their home!  What an amazing place!

T brought out some quilts their Grandparents had made and wanted to use them in a picture with their hands!  This was the result of our ideas!  Would you ever guess the “P” is made out of mulch from their flowerbeds?  🙂

The vehicle, the dogs, being together, thinking, flowers…just a little of what they enjoy!

Their pond was a perfect place to take some pictures!  The kids did a great job working together as they paddled the boat out and back for these pictures.  🙂  I was super impressed that they did not tip over the boat or get all wet!

And how about some sport pictures in honor of the many hours spent practicing a playing the games they enjoy?

P Family, it was wonderful to spend time with each one of you!

Enjoy each day as it is given!

The C Family

I have found that ideas regularly come to mind for sessions.  I often just write them down and wait for the right combination in which to use those ideas…the right weather, lighting, locations, people, etc…

When E contacted me about taking pictures for her family and said I could pretty much do whatever I wanted, they really didn’t have any preferences, I was super excited!  Her family would perfectly fit some ideas I had waiting in the wings!  When I ran them by her she was game – yea!  Our families have crossed paths off and on through sports and such, but I had never really spent much time with their whole family!  The day of their session changed that!  I got to hang out, get to know, and have fun with each person!  It was awesome!

I am going to post their family shots here and then do a separate post for the pictures of their kiddos!  There is even a 6 month post of their youngest as well!  (We were able to fit a lot in during their session!)  The additional posts should follow this entry if you keep scrolling down.  🙂

Thank you, C Family, for entrusting me with your memories!  🙂

The H Family

After playing some phone tag I was able to visit with the H family, hear what they desired in their pictures and check into some options for them!  Between their involvement with cattle, liking old barns and being drawn to large wagon wheels, a friends location came to mind.  Thankfully, the D Family was willing to let us come out to their place to capture these shots – thank you!  🙂

I had such a great time getting to know these four as we rotated areas around the D Family Farm.  Their kiddos were full of personality and cooperated so well – loved having them in front of my camera!  I was also super neat to discover a history and love of photography within this family…it is always fun to talk pictures, equipment and share experiences!

Here is a look at what we caught during our time together:

When the H Family mentioned liking barns a specific one came to mind that I have always wanted to include in pictures.  After making a few phone calls, the L Family granted permission (thank you!) to stop by this location and snap these images.  🙂

H Family, it was wonderful to meet and spend time with each one of you!  I sure hope you enjoy your pictures for years to come!

C (7months) and His Family

It sure was nice to meet C and his family!  We connected to take pictures in honor of the midway point in C’s first year!  We caught some sweet pictures to document this fun and cute stage of life, along with some family pictures too!  🙂  C’s big brother sure is a neat guy…I bet the two of them are going to grow up and be best buds!  Thanks, C Family, for asking me to take pictures for you – I loved every minute!

Sweet memories for this family of this time in their lives!