She was holding something in her hand. And then she showed it to me. The first photograph that was ever taken of her son. Not even a newborn, he was still in utero. A perfectly clear image of his precious face. An image that gave his parents the first meeting without being able to hold him. Just one more reason to fall even harder for this kid. He was making that face. The one where his brow furled up a bit. It was adorable and sweet. The reason she had shown me the sonogram was because, during our newborn session, he made that same face. And when I pointed it out to her, she told me she had proof he had been making that face long before he had ever taken his first breath and cried his first cry.

This is why I love this job. I get to capture moments that last a lifetime. Not only for my clients but for my clients’ children and grandchildren. The photographs that prove just how much we change and just how much we stay the same. Just like that sonogram. Working with families that care deeply about preserving their family’s history. Because long after they are gone, their photographs will remain. Especially the ones printed on superior canvas. The kind of canvas that has an archival quality of 100 years. Or prints that use quality paper and are mounted on mat board. (I once had my two-year-old try to take a bite out of my photograph. Nope- the mat board protected the photograph and made it extra sturdy.) I love delivering these products that bring so much joy to my clients.

Lara and Mike- thank you for sharing your lovely son with me. He has the cutest face and the sweetest disposition. I have my fingers crossed he will share your love for sports, especially football, and become a baseball player just like his daddy.

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Jill and Ethan’s: Mother and son photography session

Gregg and Patty’s: Anniversary photography session