Cake Smash │Josie Kate
I. adore. this. kid.
She just kills me with those big brown eyes and her adorable little smile, so so sweet! Josie and I go waaaaay back, you may remember her Mom's maternity shoot, Reveal Party, and Josie's newborn sessions! When Katie called me to book Josie's 1 Year Cake Smash session, I first had to pinch myself because there was no possible way a full year had already flown by and we were prepping for a first birthday for that sweet newborn. Seriously you guys, how in the world is it all flying by so fast?? I of course jumped at the chance to see Josie for this photo session and I think you would have to agree that her Mom pulled together some pretty sweet props for us! Thanks again, Katie and happy birthday, Josie! Check out the super cute Mini Cake Smash cake by CCupsCupcakery in Southern Pines.
I. adore. this. kid.
She just kills me with those big brown eyes and her adorable little smile, so so sweet! Josie and I go waaaaay back, you may remember her Mom's maternity shoot, Reveal Party, and Josie's newborn sessions! When Katie called me to book Josie's 1 Year Cake Smash session, I first had to pinch myself because there was no possible way a full year had already flown by and we were prepping for a first birthday for that sweet newborn. Seriously you guys, how in the world is it all flying by so fast?? I of course jumped at the chance to see Josie for this photo session and I think you would have to agree that her Mom pulled together some pretty sweet props for us! Thanks again, Katie and happy birthday, Josie! Check out the super cute Mini Cake Smash cake by CCupsCupcakery in Southern Pines.
How cute is that little outfit? Ha, I can't even! I tell you what, there is nothing more fun for parents than that 1st birthday shoot where you can sit back and look at how far you've come in just twelve little months!
Look how teeny she was in that framed photo!
I think it's safe to say that the red velvet cake by CCupsCupCakery was a huge hit with Josie! Did you see her little face when we tried to move the cake away so I could get in position before letting her eat it??? Hahaha! Kids are the BEST.
Josie Kate, you are so loved! I hope you had a wonderful 1st year and I cannot wait to see what the new year brings to you, sweet girl!
Fort Fisher, NC | The Davis Family
Fort Fisher is definitely one of my top three favorite local shoot locations, hands down! The setting is absolutely gorgeous, the light never ceases to amaze as it peeks through the trees in the most beautiful of ways and it's just a great way to spend a family photo session because the little ones have so much fun as we explore the property! The Davis family and I spent golden hour there a few weeks ago and I am in love with the images of their lovely family of four!
Fort Fisher is definitely one of my top three favorite local shoot locations, hands down! The setting is absolutely gorgeous, the light never ceases to amaze as it peeks through the trees in the most beautiful of ways and it's just a great way to spend a family photo session because the little ones have so much fun as we explore the property! The Davis family and I spent golden hour there a few weeks ago and I am in love with the images of their lovely family of four!
Thank you so much Davis family for spending a little time in front of my lens! I hope the new year is wonderful to you!
Rylan L.: Downtown Wilmington 1st Birthday Shoot
Cupcakes + coffee shops, win-win, am I right?
Cupcakes + coffee shops, win-win, am I right? Well, when Jen and I talked about planning Rylan's official 1st birthday portraits, we had the downtown Wilmington area in mind because of all of the location options you can find there. But what wasn't in the plans was the 40 degree weather and what I'd like to call the "frozen tundra wind tunnel" effect we experienced every time we walked between buildings! We were troopers for a few minutes, just enough time to get a bunch of cute pics of the little birthday boy :)
BRRRRR! -------->
Even with lots of Mom cuddles and his thick hoodie, we knew it was time to get this little guy indoors.
Luckily, we were just steps away from one of my favorite coffee shops, Java Dog Coffee on Front Street in the Cotton Exchange building. Delicious coffee, hot chocolate for the kids, great atmosphere, and dog-friendly! Love this place, if you're in the area do yourself a favor and stop in :)
Once inside, we found a comfy spot next to the window overlooking the downtown area and grabbed a hot chocolate for Rylan along with coffee for the grownups. Mmm! Add a birthday cupcake and VOILA! Is it wrong that I can totally relate to the 1 year old's urge to smash my face into a cupcake first thing in the morning?
Rylan, you are so lovely, you little charmer! Happiest of birthdays to you from your favorite paparazzi!