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Elise {Roswell Toddler Photography}

Elise is the beautiful daughter of some awesome friends of mine. We met nearly eighteen months ago, when we both joined a married couple’s Small Group at our church. Elise was born very soon after that, and I’ve had the privilege of creating her portraits a few times in her first year. She is now 15 months old, and growing more beautiful by the day. Elise has so many facets to her personality. She is quiet and curious, silly and playful, and always charming.

She was feeling just a tad bit shy on the day of our session, but she gave us some cute giggles when tickled. She’s walking now and she’s enjoying her mobility quite a lot. She loves her mommy and daddy so much, and likewise, they are quite smitten with her. I always enjoy seeing the bond within a family.

Josh and Trish, I am so thankful for our friendship, and thankful for the chance to be your photographer as well. We are blessed to have you in our lives.

Much love,
Shannon

P.S. Two more days of the blog contest! Thanks, Tiffany L, for being such a faithful reader, though I’m sorry you are having to work so many late night these days!! You’ve won another $50 portrait credit for catching my missed post yesterday. Truth be told, I was recovering from having 17 boys in my house for a pajama party for my son’s 9th birthday. I knew I hadn’t done the day’s blog post yet, but at 9:30, exhaustion took over and I was asleep! :)

February 20, 2010 - 10:16 pm julie beatson - I love these pics she is sooooo cute and you have captured her personality. I really like the second photo. Cheers Julie

The Moment {Lifestyle Children’s Photographer}

“There is always one moment in childhood when the door opens and lets the future in.”  ~Graham Greene

My daughter and I were listening to some music this morning. One of her favorite country songs came up on the iPod, and she ran to grab her guitar. She strummed and sang along just like she was on stage. It made me think of this quote which I have always loved. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to look back thirty years from now and remember the moment that her future began?

Much love,
Shannon

February 18, 2010 - 7:38 pm Anneli - A'la Foto - I love this portrait of your daughter! She is so beautiful and those eye lashes!! WOW!! In my heart I'm a musician and this picture is soo filled with love to music! It's an amazing shot! I think you should make it really big and put it on the wall!

February 20, 2010 - 12:06 am Tiffany L - I am up working late again :( If I've "caught you" Shannon, then it will be well worth it. Otherwise, this working late stuff is for the birds.

February 24, 2010 - 6:39 am heather e - I love this picture. What a great moment!

Find me on Facebook | Atlanta Baby and Child Photography

If you haven’t already, please join us over in Facebook world at the Shannon Holden Photography Fan Page! There you can catch up on blog posts, catch a random SHP tidbit or two, and browse some other session sneak peaks. I admit, I’m tickled pink when I see a new fan has joined my page. Just click on the link or the image below to reach our page.

If you are a client and a Facebook addict user, like me, feel free to tag yourself in the photographs from your session so they will show up on your profile. If you’ve had a past session with me and you’d like me to upload a few images for tagging, just let me know!

Shannon Holden Photography’s Facebook Fan Page

Much love,
Shannon

Love and Hope | Alpharetta Family Photography

Sometimes you just hear a story that grabs your heart and doesn’t let go. I heard about this sweet family from my father. One of his business partners is this young man’s mother. As Dad told me of their recent trials, of their young son and new baby, of their sudden battle against cancer, I felt a grip on my heart. I asked Dad to put me in touch with them, so that I might create some family portraits for them as they begin this journey. I was so happy when I heard back from Alyson and Aaron and we were able to arrange a day for a session. And then I met them, and I knew… This wasn’t about something I could do for them. This is about what they would do for me. All four of them radiated kindness and love. They were bright with hope.

Alyson, Aaron, Parker, and Walker … thank you. Thank you for sharing a morning with me, for letting me share a very small part of this journey with you, for reminding me how much love and hope strengthens us. My prayers are with you, that this journey is swift and sure. I know that your love and hope will carry you through.

Much love,
Shannon

February 17, 2010 - 12:16 pm Gayle - Dear Shannon, Thank you, Thank you, for your beautiful gift of photography for Alyson and Aaron. You captured some special moments that we will all treasure as we support her through her health crisis. With warmest regard, Gayle