from afar | niceville family photographer

My niece, nephew and sister in law came out from Colorado for week during summer break. We had so much fun at the pools, beach, playgrounds and everything in between. We had to take advantage of have such a beautiful beach and do an impromptu photo shoot of their family. I had so much fun with you guys and can't wait until we see you again!

two heart breakers and a diva | niceville family photographer

Oh this family! What can I say but they are just gorgeous!!! The boys just love their little sister and she is infatuated with them. With some good old fashioned tickling and wrestling, we finally managed to get a picture of all three of them together that wasn't just a streak of pure energy.

This one just looked like a painting to me so I had to turn it into a watercolor. What do you think?

Check out those eyes! Watch out Daddy, the boys are just going to melt!

And speaking of eyes. . .

Thank you for all of the fun!

cousins | niceville family photographer

In the military we often find ourselves separated from family and my kids don't get to see their cousins all that often. How I have always wanted to live close enough for them to get to know each other and grow up together.
For now I will just have to live vicariously through this family. Watching these kiddos play with each other was awesome! What fun to have family close by.

first weeks | niceville family photographer

There is nothing better than getting to photograph new life. So full of innocence and peace. This beautiful family invited me into their homes to capture their newest addition and I had a blast. Big sister was a great host and was sure to pose when the camera was in use and baby brother was such a great baby. Congratulations to your family on your newest blessing!

raffle winner | niceville family photographer

Several months back our squadron held a fund raising raffle. I donated a complete photo shoot to the cause and wouldn't you know - the most precious family won.

This little man is 8 weeks old and has a personality that is just as fun as can be.

Hi Mama and Daddy are just absolutely head over heals in love with him and it shows!
I had so much fun during this shoot and just love holding these little guys. (It is even better to be able to give them back when they get fussy.)

Cutie - you are going to break way to many hearts when you get older!

belly bump | niceville family photographer

So, my purpose for going to Las Vegas was to surprise my dear Bond Girl "Dorothy" at her baby shower. What a monumental time that was! In addition I did a few belly shots of her and her loving hubby while I was visiting.

They are expecting their second child, a boy this time, in the next couple of weeks.

I am so happy that I was able to be there for the shower and to capture this beautiful time in her life. You are radiant girl!

I can't wait to meet your little man!

sin city | niceville family photographer

I recently was off to Las Vegas for a very special surprise and also a couple of photo shoots while I was there!

What an honor to have photographed their growing family from pregnancy on. For a brief flash back in time go here, here and here.

So, early in the morning (and I mean EARLY) we headed to the Las Vegas sign for some family shots and then spent the rest of the day trying to capture this little doll baby at her best.

For those of you that have had or do have two year old, you know this can be a challenge but we managed.

I love this family as if they were my own and am so honored that they entrust in me to capture the moments in life that only will be a glimpse as the future takes hold.




What a fun time! Thank you for having me!

both shall live | niceville family photographer

This was my first - my first engagement shoot that is. And I had fun!!! This adorable couple was part of the large reunion that I did. Visiting here from Texas, they thought they would take advantage of having the beautiful scenery where they were staying and a photographer on site.


How fun it is to be young and uninhibited. So in love and just beautiful, I wish you two a very happy and fun life together! Congratulations!

organization skills | niceville family photographer

This truly is a super mom! Not only does she keep all four of her children in check and going from place to place all of the time, she also managed to organize the family reunion for 75+ people. Amazing - simply amazing!
The morning that I was supposed to do the reunion shoot, I showed up early to meet this family and do some individual and family shots for them.

I do have to admit that the kids did keep me on my toes but once I whipped out the big guns of hide and seek and of course the bribery of jelly beans, I was able to snap a few.

I had fun and thank you for such a wonderful opportunity!

reunion | niceville family photographer

Holy cow! When I was asked to do a shoot for a large group of people (75+), my first reaction was NO!!! The thought of organizing that many people scared the heck out of me! Well, I decided to take on the challenge and I am so glad that I did. What an amazing group of people to meet and interact with.

I think it is such a wonderful thing that this family has a reunion once a year in order to stay in contact with the ever increasing separation that families experience.

When it comes down to it, all you have is your family in the end and how special it is to have such a large family!

Thank you for such a wonderful opportunity!

truely | niceville family photographer

What an awesome family! Visiting from California, this wonderful family wanted to remember their vacation with a photo shoot on the beach. This family just beamed with love for each other and was so much fun to work with.

We found remnants of a wedding with a a heart in the sand with flower petals. The girls thought it was so pretty and it was a perfect setting for Mom and Dad.