Mother’s Day Session Family Session

Well doing this family was such a fun time.  Teenage boys are always exciting.  You never know which way it will go.  They either complain the entire time or love it.  Thank god these boys were having fun with it.  Their mom was so nice too.  I love this little location too!  Its a safe, off the road covered bridge to capture some true Lancaster County feel photos.  I really love my job and all that comes along with it.  Please comment if you like them and share.

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Mother’s Day Session, Family Session, Mom and her boys

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Family Session, Mom and her boys

 

 

Babies, Babies and More Babies

So today I was looking over some of my recent babies and I thought I would talk a little bit about how I started this company.   I ventured out on my own in photography a little over 6 years ago.  I bought a nice Nikon camera and a brand new Mac and thought I was set.  Started a business with a co-worker and we were off!  Little did I know how much actually went into this new venture I started.

After working with the friend for less than 6 months, we decided to split ways and create our own companies.  She ended up getting away from photography completely. So that is how Precious Image Photography began while pregnant with my last child.  So until she was about 2 I didn’t truly become serious about making this work.   She is now almost 5.  Things are going great!

Why babies? Well I worked at the baby hospital in my local area for over 4 years as the Photography Manager.  I learned there that I love working with babies.  I also got plenty of experience with them.  This gave me the safety knowledge and the skills needed.  I also got the experience of working with the new moms and learning how to listen to them and understanding whether this is their first child or fourth, how different they can be.

 

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How adorable is a sleeping baby?

So I learned and absorbed as much as I could.  I would watch videos, attend workshops, and learn from anyone willing to teach me.  I have come so far and I love that the learning will never end!  My skills are always improving and my love for this deepens.  Photography is such an amazing gift to have and share!

 

Generation Shoot

Too cute!

This was a quick shoot before a storm.  We did it right at their house and used the surroundings.  I can work with anything.  I will find a way to get the right light and the best background available.  How cute is the little one?  She is so sweet too!  Very quiet and well spoken!  Enjoy!

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Too cute!

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Love her little face

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Such a cute family!

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How true is this sign for everyone?

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One of my favs by far!

 

Mother’s Day Session

Having your photo in the Lancaster Newspaper Mother’s Day Tribute is exciting!  I am super excited to have so many participants this year.  I really got a chance to meet some great families.  When I did this family, the little girl was just a ball of fire!  I had so much fun with her!  She was interested in everything I was doing and wouldn’t sit still, but what else would you expect from a 3 year old?  Typical.  I was prepared!  I have 3 kids, nothing phases me!  Kids will be kids!  Check out some of her adorable faces!  I can’t wait to do their photos again!

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How can you resist that face?

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Precious!!

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Just priceless!

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Happy Mother’s Day!

 

 

 

 

Alicia Generation/Mother’s Day

Its always a pleasure photographing people you went to school with.  You get to catch up and see how they are doing.  Alicia and her husband both went to the same school as I did.  They have kids my children’s ages.  The reaction I got when posting them on Facebook was terrific!  I am enjoying my job and all that comes along with it!  Hope you enjoy!

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Mother’s Day Shoot ~ Brandi

I am a participating photographer in the Lancaster Newspaper Mother’s Day Tribute.  It is a big thing around her to have your photo in the tribute.  I love doing these sessions.  I get to meet new families and build friendships and relationships with them.  Today I am going to talk about Brandi and her wonderful bunch.

This family was a fun group to work with.  Due to the winter we were having here we moved it to an indoor shoot.  Her family was eager for photos, since they haven’t had them done all together like this before.  The colors they wore really look great!  This family was ready for their big day!

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We decided to brave the cold for a few shots!

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Gotta have a fun shot too!

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Meet Miss Delaney Jones

Miss Delaney decided to come into the world early.  She was ready!!  And she just slept through her entire session.  Made life easy for mom and I!  I had a blast working with her and editing her sweet face.  Look at her, how can I not love my job?  Enjoy!!

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Such a sweet face!

Working with the little ones can be challenging but I wouldn’t change it!  Seeing the end result is always very exciting.  I am not sure who is more excited to see them, me or the mom!

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Love me some baby feet!!

Working with babies is such a rewarding part of the job.  I can hold and snuggle with the new ones and create art for families to treasure for years to come!

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So sweet!

 

 

 

Brantlee Newborn Session

I saw a post that my mother’s cousin had become a grandmother again.  I messaged her that I would love to do some photos of the new little arrival.  She had been wanting to have me do some photos of someone in her family for a little while now.  This was the perfect opportunity, a baby!!  So here are some of the pics from his session.   I managed to work with him in a very tight space and get some cute shots.

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He was asleep and then awake and then back to sleep.  Perfect for getting all views of him!

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Baby Brayden Comes Early

Brayden decided to make his debut 3 weeks early like his older brother, Brenden.  Mom and I were super excited on photo day and were texting back and forth talking about how much he sleeps.  Well we jinxed ourselves.  This boy didn’t sleep the ENTIRE session.  I was there for 3 hours!  I am so glad I was able to get some great shots regardless.  In the 4 years I photographed the newborns at the hospital I learned how unpredictable they can be and how each one is different and will allow different poses.  I work with what they do and allow.

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How amazing are those blue eyes?

Sometimes we get stuck on wanted something in particular and being obsessed on getting “the shot”.  I try for shots and if baby wants no parts of it, I move on and get what baby wants!

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Mama is a Coca Cola fan!

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The illusion of a sleeping baby!!!

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The beautiful family!

Baby Jacqueline Arrives

After doing Meagan’s maternity shoot we kept in constant contact about the delivery.  I was informed of baby Jacqueline’s arrival and we started planning her shoot.  Unfortunately Mommy had a terrible infection and had to be readmitted to the hospital.  Once all that was cleared up we set our date.  I went to Mom Mom’s house where she was staying to recover and get some great help with caring for herself and her baby in her condition.  Her best friend, Beth, who purchased the gift certificate was there.

Capturing her was pretty easy as she just slept through most of it.  I couldn’t believe how she posed for us.  I am happy to share her here with all of you.

We had lots of plans for the little cutie.  Here are some samples of what we did with her.  Enjoy!

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