I love working with this family! I have been photographing these three for years now, even before there were three of them! Ava is gentle and elegant, Henry is energetic and charming, and Robert is bold and hilarious. All three keep me smiling and laughing. Their sweet mom has become a good friend over the years. I always look forward to our time together. One of these days I’m going to talk her into a family portrait! 
Much love,
Shannon
I have just loved seeing Clara grow! Just this week, as I sorted some files on my computer, I came across her newborn portrait session and enjoyed seeing the comparison between wee tiny Clara then and darling toddler Clara now. Her parents make every session a joy for me. The warmth and laughter in this family is so uplifting. And Clara’s sweet spirit just makes me smile.
Julie, Chad, and Clara, thank you! You are such a blessing.
Much love,
Shannon
This session was one of the most fun sessions I have had in recent months. When Melissa first contacted me about their family portrait session, and we started brainstorming together on a location, I could already tell we were going to have a great time working together. She brought so much enthusiasm and creative energy to the planning of her portraits. Then she told me about a treasured family memory they share, of the beautiful spot at Barnsley Gardens where her husband proposed. Without a doubt, it seemed a perfect idea to return to Barnsley Gardens as they celebrated their son Hudson’s first birthday and we created their first portraits together as a family.
Planning a destination session such as this can be a challenge. Coordinating travel and timing, crossing every finger and toe for great weather, and making sure our star subject is happy and comfortable in unfamiliar surroundings. Thankfully, it all came together just beautifully. Hudson is such a sweetheart and was a perfect little model. Melissa and Steve are genuine and natural for the camera. And our weather was ideal! Barnsley’s own Fairy Godmother, Denise, gave us truly magical treatment, escorting us around the property on a golf cart, showing us some great spots for the portraits and even supplying balloons and bubbles for Hudson, and refreshments as we worked. The entire staff was wonderfully accommodating. I can’t wait to return to Barnsley with my own family for a weekend getaway. What a remarkable and lovely spot it is!
Steve, Melissa, and Hudson, thank you for sharing this special memory with me. I will remember our day at Barnsley Gardens with fondness!
Much love,
Shannon
For six years, I have had the honor of being this family’s photographer. I first met them when Eden was just a tiny baby. I got to see her grow through her first year, and then adorable Dalia was on the way, and I had another year of seeing this family every few months as their new baby grew. Now I have the privilege of seeing them each year and it’s always like reuniting with old friends. They are one of the reasons my business is successful today, and they will forever hold a special place in my heart.
Besides, what photographer wouldn’t be thrilled to point her camera at these gorgeous girls? I’m already looking forward to their senior portraits! But one year at a time. Don’t grow too fast, okay girls?
Pssst … We did some fun shots specifically for the family’s holiday card, but I thought it best to keep those a secret. Those of you lucky ones on their card list, you’ll just have to wait in suspense!
Much love,
Shannon
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