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Kristen, Tim, Connor & Kaylee

March 21, 2012

I can’t even explain how much I adore this shoot. Mainly, because it’s of my best friend and cousin, Kristen, and her beautiful family… but also because the kids were so much fun to work with and the flowering trees made me excited for spring.

My husband and I drove to Charlotte, NC this past weekend for this visit. The drive was so worth it to spend time with all of them. We had lots of fun at their St. Patty’s Day party and I was so looking forward to this shoot the next day. I got to teach my godson how to load film! It was a beautiful day (we finished the shoot right before it rained). Kaylee was happy to tell her momma secrets instead of posing. We even used a blanket that our grandmother had made for them (it was a wonderful way to add a nod to her). Everything fell into place and I loved every minute of it.

*these images are a combination of 120 film and digital

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one pretty picture

March 16, 2012

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flower show

March 13, 2012

The Philadelphia Flower Show was pretty incredible this year. The theme was Hawaii and it was wonderful to see everyone’s interpretations.

My momma and I started our day in the city with a stop at the Reading Terminal Market. I had the most amazing lavender/honey whoopie pie from Flying Monkey. Then we headed to the show and had a fun-filled day of flowers, vendors, and smoothies. I loved every minute of it.

congrats to Michael Bruce Florist and the Haddonfield Garden Club on their beautiful displays!

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will’s bar mitzvah

March 9, 2012

Will’s bar mitzvah was the first I’ve ever done and I loved it. It was such an exciting and high energy event held at the Academy of Natural Sciences (what an awesome venue)! There was a photo booth, an animal presentation, candy bar, lots of dancing and they were free to roam the museum. It was so fun to shoot because the kids were having such a great time.

Congrats to Will and his wonderful family! You’re all very sweet and it was a pleasure working with you. Thanks for letting me document the day.

flowers by Michael Bruce Florist
videographers: Dave Pfafman’s Videos and Mark W. Jones Video Productions

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what an awesome party! I love the fish with all the crazy teeth.

Bill Tracy

Great set of images. I love looking at them. Good work!

brother & sister

February 27, 2012

This was such a wonderful shoot on a beautiful day!

These two were a dream to work with and I loved spending time with them. They loved playing with the props in-studio and had a great time roaming around outdoors. That’s my favorite kind of kiddo shoot, when I get to just document them playing.