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so loved | Peoria, IL Newborn Photographer

August 25, 2010 – 12:59 am

Here is a sneak peek from a newborn session I had over the weekend. This one was so special. I’ve known this couple for many, many years. High school, working at Target in college, they were at our wedding and we were at theirs. So to now be able to capture these first special moments with their new baby girl was such an honor for me. But special also, because they adopted this sweet baby girl at birth only a week or so ago. Adoption is very near and dear to my heart. I think it’s so incredibly selfless and amazing. They love this little girl SO much. They’ve waited so long to hold her in their arms and she’s finally here and she’s perfect. She was such an angel for me too…she slept so much and so well, I’m not even sure what her eyes look like We had perfect light on a perfect day…everything just fell into place. But enough of my gushing…I’ll let you meet her Thanks again you guys…enjoy!

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the boy is back in town | Peoria, IL family photographer

August 11, 2010 – 9:46 am

wowee, I’m really staying on top of blogging this month! Yay August! This is a sneak peek for my Saturday night session. And the cuteness just continues. Are you surprised? Well this little guy was just too much. Too much cuteness for me. They came down all the way from Michigan to visit family and (of course) get some awesome pics of E. He’s 14 months already. His momma and I go waaaaaay back. Like high school back, lol. It seems like just yesterday she was pregnant with him and I with my Conrad. Anyway, back to this little guy. He was so, super cute, smiley, funny and friendly. He grabbed my hand and walked with me within 20 minutes or so. Love that. And he was dressed super cute too. I am still in love with his gorilla shirt. And then there’s his hair…he has THE best hair. Crazy, fun curls. Just like his momma (I’ve always been jealous of her tight curls). Ok, enough of my rambling…I’ll let the images speak for themselves now. Thanks again Leah and John…this was such an honor…

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Mr. B is 4 months | Peoria, IL baby photographer

August 10, 2010 – 10:23 pm

Can you believe THIS little guy is four months old already? What? How can that be? I know I can’t believe four months have passed. He is still perfect in every way though. He’s grown so much. Such a perfect, healthy baby. He was so happy & inquisitive during his session…there’s lots to see & do when you’re four months old I can’t wait to see how much he’s changed again in a few more months. His momma is having so much fun with his outfits, hats & shoes…and I can relate…dressing a baby boy (while challenging) is pretty darn fun! Thanks for a lovely Saturday morning Barry & Ashley! Your little guy is the best!

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Miss A {almost} One Year | Peoria, IL baby photographer

August 9, 2010 – 2:39 pm

I can’t believe this little girly is going to be ONE in a few short weeks! Can’t believe it. I’ve known her momma now for about a year. And let me tell you…she couldn’t have lucked out any more in the parents department. She is SO loved. And they’re pretty darn hilarious too. She’s such a little cutie with her big pouty blue eyes, little button nose and whispy blond hair. Their Friday night casual backyard session was a lot of fun. And perfect weather too. In fact all of my sessions this past weekend had gorgeous weather. What a gift, because it’s nasty humid again now. Anyway, thanks again Alicia & Steve for honoring me by choosing me to capture your sweet baby girl as she grows into a little lady. Hope you enjoy the sneak peek…

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the newest cub | Peoria, IL Newborn Photographer

July 30, 2010 – 12:46 am

Here is a sneak peek from a newborn session I had this past Sunday. Not only that, but about 2 weeks ago I got to shoot this little guy’s birth. He is *uber* sweet. Super smiley, smushy lips, soft blond hair…just as cute as can be. And he couldn’t have been welcomed by a more loving family. You’ll see what I mean in these images. They all just adore him. And you can’t blame them…he’s so perfect. Thank you so much Julie & Kevin for choosing me to document his birth and now capture these images of your beautiful family…it has been such an honor! enjoy…

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Sweet little J turns One | Peoria, IL child photographer

July 17, 2010 – 2:48 pm

Here is a sneak peek for a very patient family. They’ve been eagerly awaiting seeing a few images from their session last Monday. Their sweet little girl was turning one, so we had the session on her actual birthday! She was soooo sweet! Gentle, inquisitive, happy…everything a little girl should be! She was having so much collecting sticks & pieces of wood. She was joined by big brother, mommy, daddy & Sadie the dog. It was a scorcher, but everyone did perfectly. Thanks again Tammy & Chad for choosing me! You guys were great to work with…I had a lot of fun! Mommy was worried I didn’t get anything…hope this puts her mind at ease

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Did I mention that she had the *yummiest* little baby feet ever???

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R Family 1 year session | Peoria, IL child photographer

July 3, 2010 – 11:49 pm

Ok, here we go, sneak peek #2 of 4. Thanks again for waiting so patiently everyone! This session is from last weekend. We battled HEAT & Japanese beetles to get these shots. And it was SO worth it. I can’t believe this little guy is 1 already! You may remember him from last fall when I shot his whole family. Well, he’s all grown up now! He’s walking all over the place! And in teeny, tiny little flip flops no less (love these). He’s all boy! Trampling through the grass, collecting sticks, climbing up anything he can and lots of giggles…I love it. Thank you so much Greg & Sonya for coming back and entrusting me with your family’s images…I hope you enjoy them!

-A

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new baby girl | Peoria, IL Newborn Photographer

June 3, 2010 – 10:55 pm

On Sunday, I had the pleasure of photographing a lovely family, having newly welcomed their first baby girl! Two proud parents and two proud big brothers. Oh and one proud doggy You can just tell how much they love her. She’s such a sweet baby. Perfectly quiet & content almost the entire time (except for her hated diaper changes, lol). And all 3 kids had the most beautiful names. Loved the names! Thanks so much for choosing me you guys! I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

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sweet baby girl sneak peek | Peoria newborn photographer

April 27, 2010 – 11:15 pm

I had another newborn session this past weekend. Can you believe it? 3 this month! I’m loving it! Another sweet girl this time. She was so dainty & girly. And she had THE most gorgeous skin. Such a sweetheart. She also has the most fabulous nursery! Fun animal prints & bold reds. And then there’s her hair bows…don’t get me started, lol. You can find her hair bows HERE. Really loved it! Thanks again guys for choosing me. I hope you enjoy your images…

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perfect in every way | Peoria, IL newborn photographer

April 13, 2010 – 12:06 pm

I had another fantastic newborn session on Sunday! Can I just say how much I’m loving all these tiny babies! I can’t believe how fast my little guy is growing (5 months and pushing 20 lbs!). This session was full of firsts for me. It was the first time I photographed a newborn (or anyone for that matter) in a client’s bathroom (lol) and the first time I cried at a newborn session! What? a bathroom? Well, they had this amazingly huge bathroom, with a beautiful skylight window….the light in there was just too yummy to pass up. Then there’s the crying. Well, they were telling me all about their perfect natural Bradley® birth (b/c I’m a sucker for a good birth story and we also used the Bradley® Method) and then they let me watch a few minutes of footage from the birth! What an honor! Momma was SO strong and amazing and after they met their son for the first time, she exclaimed: “he’s perfect in every way!” and I just lost it. I always tear up when I’m shooting births, but never have at a newborn session. But seeing a baby enter the world always takes my breath away. Anyway, back to session. This little guy was almost 3 weeks old, but you’d never know it. He was perfectly sleepy & peaceful. He’s a baby planner, so you’ll be seeing more of him in a few months. Thanks again guys for choosing me, can’t wait to work together again! Enjoy your sneak peek…

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