Ryker: 1 Year [North Liberty, IA Child and Family Photography]

I can't believe this little guy is nearly one already! It seems like just yesterday that I was photographing his newborn session. They say time flies, and I'm sure Kristen and Travis would agree. It's so fun seeing my newborn clients a year later - just one of the reasons this job is the best.

This little cutie was so great at his session, and I cannot get over those blue eyes! I think my favorite is the one of him showing us all how big he is, though he is such an adorable little guy, it's hard to choose just one!
Kristen and Travis, it was so great seeing you and Ryker again! I hope you like this sneak peek...

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Jessie + Andrew [North Liberty, IA Maternity Photography]

I am pretty sure I've said it before, but I'll say it again - I love photographing maternity sessions (and lifestyle newborn). I love how excited and happy the parents are, and it's true that a pregnant woman just glows.

Jessie and Andrew are expecting their first little one in October, and I had a wonderful maternity session with them out at the lake. Jessie is from Minnesota, so she wanted something near the water, and these two had a beautiful night for their session. I loved the field of black eyed susans, in fact, we just pulled off the road to stop and grab some shots there and I'm so glad we did!

Jessie and Andrew - thank you SO much for choosing me to photograph such a special and exciting time in your lives! I hope you love the sneak peek. :)

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Mandy + Ben: Coelle Practice Session [Cedar Rapids, IA Engagement Photography]

This was Coelle's last practice session before baby, and we had such a great time photographing Mandy and Ben, who are actually getting married this October (congrats to them!). Coelle did a great job and we had a beautiful evening for photos in the NewBo District. Love that place!

Go ahead and leave Coelle some love on the great work she's done this year, all photos are hers unless otherwise noted!

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Photo on right by Jen
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