Spires Family | Eagle Point, OR Family Portrait Photographer

Christie contacted me to do photos both for their immediate family, and also as a larger group of extended family that was in town for a limited amount of time. When we scheduled the session towards the end of October, I think we were both expecting perfect fall weather. However, 2012 brought us some of the warmest fall weather that I can recall...which is how it came to be that we were shooting a fall session in 100+ degree weather! In fact, had I not been there myself, I think I would have actually thought that this was a spring session--there's no sign of fall at all!

I've said it before and I'll say it again--I am a *sucker* for black and white photos. They are by far my favorite--there's something just so emotion-filled and classic about them. So, it's not uncommon at all for me to give clients some of my favorite images in both color and black and white. This is one such example--which do you prefer?

Meet William | Eagle Point, OR Newborn Photographer

Missy and I were pregnant around the same time, due about a month apart. So when it came time to do newborn photos for Will, it may or may not have been one of my most emotional sessions ever--I remember just being completely overwhelmed with sweet Will, and also watching this sweet family go from three to four, while knowing that my own family was about to go through the same transition less than a month later. Will's session was also special to me for another reason--it was one of the first times that I departed from strictly formal newborn shots, and began to incorporate some lifestyle photos as well. I absolutely love shooting more formal newborn photos, but I REALLY REALLY REALLY love incorporating a few shots of those special moments between the newly formed family as well!

Renee's Baby Bump | Eagle Point Oregon Maternity Photographer

My sister-in-law Renee and I are both currently pregnant and due to have babies this year--she's due to have a little girl in July, and I'm due in November! Renee and I have been meaning to get together for about a month to do some maternity photos, but our schedules just wouldn't seem to align...or if they did, the weather wouldn't cooperate with us. Last night, we were both at an end-of-the-school year BBQ for the school that Renee teaches at, and so we quietly snuck off for a few minutes for what may have been the fastest maternity session in existence! I think it was worth it :)

We're still hoping to squeeze in another mini-session with Renee's kids and husband, but in the meantime, I'm just loving these! Isn't she stunning?!

Bechtold Sisters {Sneak Peek} | Eagle Point Family Portrait Photographer

When it comes to photo shoots in December, you've got to be flexible. Here in the Pacific Northwest, the weather can be a bit...unpredictable. This year has been a bit colder than usual, so when Jennifer told me that last Thursday was supposed to be 50 degrees and sunny, we both scrambled to make the shoot happen that day instead of the 13th as we had previously planned. And, I'm so glad we did--the light was beautiful, and Sara and Erin were an absolute delight to shoot! I'm positive that their dad will love this Christmas surprise!