Another of my calendar Moms, Megan brought baby Dylan in for his newborn session so we could match up the maternity photos of her taken in March. Little man Dylan was as content as can be and happily modeled for us. I just love the photo of him lying down showing us the finger... I think he is going to break some hearts when he grows up!
Birth doula Brooke is used to pregnant bellies and delivering babies. With her second pregnancy we were able to capture the story of baby Brayden and big sister Olivia. A combination of the maternity and newborn sessions, this collection shows of this wonderful family full of light and sunshine!
Big sister Walker celebrates her new found title with newborn sister, Sloan (just 2 days old). My little nieces are such cuties I was honored to capture these special moments and I look forward to keeping up with their development as they grow.
My Memorial weekend was spent in Asheville at the Biltmore Estate photographing Judd and Kristy's wedding. After finally making it to bed at 2am, my cellphone rang at 4am and it was my brother-in-law to tell us that my sister-in-law, Jenn, was in labor and heading for the hospital. I could only laugh as little Sloan didn't get the memo about waiting for aunty Mika to get back home so I could be there when she was born! Nevertheless, we headed straight back to Charlotte after my daughter and I finished our horseback ride behind the Biltmore house (something I recommend doing). Little Sloan Marie Cooney was born at 10am exactly on Sunday May 25th and the whole Cooney clan are delighted to welcome her into the family.
What a priviledge it was to share in Kristy and Judd's special day at such a magnificent venue, the Biltmore Estate in Asheville North Carolina. It's been so much fun working with this loving couple, and capturing their day was no exception. They started the celebration with their rehearsal dinner the Friday night in the underground Winery. The wedding ceremony and reception took place at the Deer Park Restaurant in the open air courtyard, and we were able to take a visit to the main house on the Estate for the formal photos. The fascinating history of the venue is well worth a visit. Take a look at their wedding day slideshow here www.photolyrical.com/burleigh.htm
Mom Haley and baby Nicholaus are one of my calendar models, and during this session we captured his newborn newness for our end of year calendar. I love to compare how baby looks like Mom or Dad and I personally think this gorgeous boy is his Mommy's double!
Baby Nico is his mommy's double! With gorgeous round eyes and cute dimples, his newborn collection turned out great especially when he obliged by falling asleep for us in the bird bath.
Baby Nicola (Nico) Guiseppe was proudly announced to his friends and family with great delight. These are design options for his birth announcement cards.
Pretty in pink. Giggles, love and laughter between big sister Lauren and newborn Clara Jane. Gorgeous girls are always delightful especially when I can go to town with the pink!
Newborn Clara Jane and big sister Lauren came in for Clara's newborn photo session. Both girls are just adorable! These are their birth announcement card options, which design do you think mom Tracey picked?
Toddlers and babies make for an interesting combination and getting both to react for the camera is what I love best. Mom Stacey, with baby Jason and little Kassidy, enjoyed a tickle and a laugh during Jason's newborn portrait session. I just love the look of ''wot you gotta be kiddin!'' on Jason's face!
I enjoyed photographing British born Sally and son Cameron for Sally's maternity session. It was delighteful to hear the familiar accent of 'cup of tea' and 'petrol'. It was such fun capturing the loads of sharing, cuddling, giggles and love between Mom and son.
