I LOVE big families! I love the connections between parents, children, siblings, cousins. Coming from a close family myself, its always wonderful to see families who vacation together here on Panama City Beach, Florida. What better place for a little family reunion than the beach!

This family was so much fun! I think you will feel that in their portraits

Its always an honor when you are asked by someone in your field to photograph their family.  Back in 2009, Kim of Kim Hinkle Photography contacted me from Illinois about some portraits while they were here in Destin on vacation. We had a blast capturing them in a few locations, including of course Destin beach. So I was thrilled when Kim asked me to photograph them again this year! This time we skipped the beach and headed to the beach community of Seaside.

The Martins commissioned me for a beach session in Orange Beach, Alabama.  They were referred to me by the lovely Stephanie Lynn of Stephanie Lynn Photography in Lafayette, LA.

I LOVE traveling for sessions! Nothing beats a new backdrop… or even the same backdrop in a new location Which is just what this beach session was. All beaches are not created equal though. Thankfully, Orange Beach still has some of that fluffy white sand and emerald water we have here in Panama City Beach.

The Martins have some of the most adorable children… and one more on the way!

I was thrilled when we decided to do Alaina’s bridal portraits in an old southern mansion! What an incredible backdrop the Oakleigh Manor made for a beautiful bride in her gorgeous dress!  I was already envisioning what I would do with her before we even arrived. It was as perfect as I had imagined!

Here are a few of Alaina’s portraits…

You might remember us ‘Awaiting A.J.’ not long ago. Well, he has made his arrival and he is an absolute doll! I just love being able to cuddle precious new babies and then watching learn to walk and run…then you have to chase them to get any cuddles   He was a perfect little model for us and I’m not sure he let out a real cry then entire time he was here at the studio. Such an easy going baby!

Rosemary Beach is one of my favorite spots to photograph clients… especially families! There is so much great architecture and cool little spots that no two sessions out there are ever the same! So of course I was thrilled when the Shipp family contacted me and were staying in Rosemary Beach for their vacation. We had a little thunderstorm threaten  in the afternoon, but we were blessed with a  beautiful evening and not a drop of rain!

Here are a few from the Shipp family portrait session on Rosemary Beach, FL…

In the always busy summer time, I’ve fallen behind in my session blogging. If you’ve had a session & haven’t seen your family on here yet, no worries, they are coming! If you are just checking out the latest and greatest, check back often! The session peeks will start pouring in soon.

In the meantime, I leave you with a gorgeous sunset from last night’s session on Panama City Beach to tide you over You can also check out our Facebook fan page to see a few more of the latest happenings on FACEBOOK.

More to come!

Another beautiful evening we had last week on Panama City Beach, Florida. A perfect sunset for the Marze family! It was the first visible sunsets we’d had for a while. It seems the several days before the sun was covered by heavy clouds or even worse.. rain! Thankfully it was a great evening with a nice cool breeze.. and a helicopter that flew overhead, which the smallest of the Marze family wasn’t too thrilled with

Here are a few from the Marze family portrait session on Panama City Beach…

I think this little doll looks just like her mommy!

I’ve been photographing these little ones since they were well… tiny. The littlest Turner, since before she was even born.

I love building connections with families and watching the children grow over time, seeing their little personalities change and what they have learned since the last time I saw them. The Turner kids know me well and {I think} like me at least a little.

Last night we enjoyed a relaxed evening. Taking a walk through their neighborhood,  playing in the grass and just letting the kids be themselves. I had such a good time with them!

For a little girl, there is nothing better than twirling in your new dress!

Sister have such a special connection!

We ended the evening {just a’ swingin’} on the Turner’s front porch…

Thanks to the Turners for spending your evening with me!

For a photographer, there isn’t much that is more nerve wracking than being in front of the lens… except for photographing another photographer! Just a little extra pressure.  I had the pleasure of meeting the fabulous Laura Brett and her family last night in Destin, Florida. Laura is a well known newborn photographer from the Atlanta, GA area and her work is amazing. Check out her blog!

After a rainy afternoon we met in the evening for their session and what a gorgeous evening it was! Be sure to leave Laura some love in the comment area at the bottom of the post