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Spring is here! | Virginia Highlands Photographer

Tuesday, March 29, 2011 9:33 am

Isn’t the warm weather wonderful? Even though the cloud of yellow pollen will certainly descend on Atlanta soon, for now, I am reveling in our sudden onset of Spring, and so are my clients. It never ceases to amaze me each year how my portrait session inquiries double as soon as the warm weather hits. I don’t mind, of course! I’m excited to meet so many new families this Spring, and to see some sweet familiar faces, too. If you are considering a portrait session for April or May, call soon! The calendar always fills very quickly this time of year, when our mild temps and budding flowers make such a perfect setting for outdoor portraits.

This month, I got to meet darling Griffin as he celebrated his first birthday. I just love working with little guys this age. I think the age of one year to eighteen months might be my favorite. They are so full of personality at this age, intensely curious about each new discovery, and full of giggles and joy. Griffin was no exception. What a darling little man!

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Welcome, Clara | Atlanta Newborn Photography

Thursday, September 30, 2010 4:13 pm

I love my job. Have I mentioned that lately? My husband and I have a little saying we repeat often … “We’re fresh out of babies around here.” My youngest child just turned 4. And while I’m 99% positive their are no babies in our future as a family, I am so thankful to have a career that introduces me (and let’s me snuggle with) such beautiful babies on a regular basis! Clara was an absolute delight for our session! She was wide awake for most of it, and so calm and content. It took a while for her mommy to convince her to take a snooze, but once she did, she slept so soundly and peacefully, even through all our moving and posing her.

Isn’t her nursery darling?
This carriage was her mother’s doll carriage from her childhood. I couldn’t wait to incorporate it into our portrait session when I saw it!!

Julie and Chad, your daughter is breathtaking! Thank you for the opportunity to be her very first photographer.

Much love,
Shannon

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And now back to our regularly scheduled programming …

Friday, August 27, 2010 9:55 am

Hello out there! I can’t believe August is not only here, but almost over. I have thoroughly enjoyed the last few weeks of summer with my family and I’m so excited about the Holiday Portrait Season kicking into gear. I’ve been back at work shooting for the last few weeks as well, so I have some sessions I am anxious to share on the blog! On the topic of Holiday Portraits, now is the time to plan your child’s and family’s sessions! I only have a couple of spots left in September, and a handful for October. My weekend session spots are currently full until November. It’s going to be a busy, fun Fall! I can hardly wait!

The first beautiful boy to whom I want to introduce you is Trett. A little while back, a dear client of mine called me to buy a gift certificate for her friends. She told me some of their story, in which they welcomed their first child, a son. In the moments that most of us are reveling in the joy and anticipation of our child’s birth, they were facing some really frightening news and predictions. Trett’s first year has been a difficult journey as they coped with many health challenges and developmental delays. But from the moment I met them, their love for their child outshone all of that. Trett is one amazing little boy, and he is loved, respected, and cherished beyond measure. I am so thankful for clients like these, incredible people who remind me of what really matters in life.

Trett, it was an honor to meet you, sweet boy, and a blessing to spend time with your Mommy and Daddy, and to see the love they have for you. It is clear to see how much joy you bring to their lives.

Much love,
Shannon

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Anna | Atlanta Baby Photographer

Thursday, June 24, 2010 1:56 pm

Whenever I disappear from the blog for a while, you can assume one of two things. Either I’m not working much, or I’m working like crazy. It’s usually the latter. In this case, I’ve had a full session calendar for June in addition to all three of my kids out of school and home with me for the summer. The blog simply gets neglected when I get swamped, in favor of higher priority tasks and of course, mommyhood. My apologies to my readers.

We recently returned home from our annual beach vacation in the Outer Banks, a week with my extended family that we all enjoy so much. On the way there, I had the opportunity to stop overnight in North Carolina for a couple of sessions. It was there I got to photograph darling Anna and her awesome parents. Being friends of friends, I have spent time with their family before, so I had an idea of just how much fun it would be to see them through my camera. They were simply wonderful portrait subjects! The laughter, the love, the genuine joy they share. I really do have the best job in the world, sharing and preserving memories with families like these.

Want to know how we ultimately coaxed that precious smile out of Anna? All of my silly dancing, mixed up nursery rhymes, and funny animal noises didn’t do it. Nope. Daddy’s cell phone brought out the giggles. Who knew?

Anna, Chetta, and Chip, thank you for the chance to be your photographer! I loved spending a Saturday afternoon with all of you.

Much love,
Shannon

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