Ally + Macson [Iowa City, IA Family and Child Photography]

Ally and her son Macson - how cute are they?! This little guy cracks me up, and I had a great time playing the assistant role (shooting occasionally) to make him smile while Coelle completed her 4th practice session.

Macson is 20 months old, and he has a wonderful laugh and smile. This kid is just adorable!! I met Ally when she started working at Tru Salon, and she is just so fabulous - I was excited to get her and Macson in front of the camera. Coelle did a great job with her 4th session, and here are the results (plus a few of mine)!

Ally's makeup by Kayla.

These first four photos are by Coelle

Photo on the left by Coelle, on the right by me.

The remainder of these photos are mine!

Jessica + Frank [Coralville, IA Maternity Photography]

Third time was a charm for Jessica and Frank's session, as the first ones ended up getting rescheduled due to rain. But, they ended up with a gorgeous Sunday evening and I think it was worth the wait. :)

Jessica and Frank - where do I begin? I cannot gush enough about these two - they are clearly gorgeous, but also SO incredibly kind and fun - I think I laughed nearly the entire session. We began at their home so we could get a few photos with their pit bull Melrose (seriously, she is a huge sweetheart and we even got some big doggie smiles!) and then went to Fossil Gorge to finish the session. They are expecting their first, a baby boy, in early July and I am already looking forward to the newborn session!

Jessica and Frank - it was a blast hanging out with you, and I loved photographing you both (and Melrose!). You made my job so easy, but more than that you made the session a ton of fun. Can't wait for July!!

Probably my favorite maternity pic EVER...I may or may not have squealed in delight after I took this. Though, also may have done that several times throughout the session. So much goodness...



Ahhhh!! Aren't these two just adorable together?







See, doggie smiles! Love 'em.

Ellie + Sue [Coralville, IA Family and Child Lifestyle Photography]

As a former nanny myself, I think this session was such a great idea - Elizabeth and Eric hired me to come take photos of their daughter Ellie & her nanny Sue who is moving away. Elizabeth thought that this would be a great way for Sue to have a reminder of sweet Ellie, who she has cared for since she was just a little tiny baby. It's evident by these photos what a bond these two have, and I enjoyed spending a morning with them doing some of their favorite things.

Thank you again to Sue and Ellie for a great session - and to Elizabeth and Eric for the idea!

Chef Gaby + Erika [Mother & Daughter Series #4 - North Liberty, IA Lifestyle Photography]

I have a great time at all of my sessions and weddings, but this one was extra special for me. I truly adore Chef Gaby, and her daughter Erika is just as wonderful! Gaby wanted to incorporate cooking with her daughter into this session, showcasing the two things she loves most in the world. There's something very energizing and inspiring about watching someone do something they are meant to do - the joy seems to just radiate out of them. I've had the privilege of photographing many small business owners who have this same kind of energy and it's one of the best parts about my job.

Gaby and Erika, thank you thank you thank you for choosing me to photograph this session for you guys. I had a blast hanging out with you both, and watching you cook together. I'm very thankful that our lives crossed paths, you two are the best!

Holly + Elliot [Mother & Daughter Series #3 - Coralville, IA Family and Child Photography]

On Friday, Coelle and I met up with the gorgeous Holly and her sweet Elliot girl at Lake MacBride for Coelle's 3rd practice session and another in the series of Mother/Daughter sessions. The photos below are a mix of Coelle's and mine, we had such a beautiful night and so much fun with these two.

Again, Coelle continues to impress and amaze me. This girl has talent and I'm lucky to have her on my team! :)

Holly and Elliot, thank you so much for giving your time on Friday and modeling for us. You two are beautiful, and I hope you love this sneak peek.

Photo by Coelle

Photo on the left by Coelle, the one on the right is mine. :)

Photo by Coelle


Both photos by Coelle

Photo by Coelle

The remaining photos are mine! Love this one where Elliot is blowing kisses. <3 br="">

My fave I think!