When I went to Amy’s house to photograph Emery as a newborn, I remember thinking how pretty they both were. When I saw them both again six months later, they both seemed even more beautiful than before! 
Emery was a little doll…
Thank you Amy for allowing me to photograph Emery again!
It’s pretty late… 2:47am to be exact. My side of the electric blanket has been on for 3 hours. It’s really calling my name.
However, I really wanted to get a few pictures up for Amanda & Paul of their boys. 
Goodnight… I think… Not really. (I still have emails to return!)
My sessions with this family are always laid-back. Amy is happy. Brian is happy. The kids are both happy. All of this makes for a VERY fun morning!
I got into my car after my session with the Clayton boys and there was grass in my hair, dirt on my jeans and I was slightly out-of-breath. Meanwhile, the whole way home, the only thing on my mind is how much I looooooove photographing kids! 
I’ve known this family for a long time and I really enjoy our yearly session. Also, if you’re looking for a dentist, look no further. I’ve known Dr. Clayton since I was in high school. He is ridiculously smart, super-funny and very honest. Everyone that knows him, loves him.
Before our shoot, Melissa (Shelby’s mom) asked if I could get a picture of Shelby sleeping. Without consulting Shelby first, I confidentiality answered, “Sure!” Turns out, Shelby really liked my camera. As a matter of fact, regardless of the warm room, feeding and soft blankets, Shelby was perfectly happy just watching me.
I’m sure she’s pretty while she’s sleeping, but just look at how beautiful she is wide-awake… 
When online registration opened for our Small Group (through 12Stone), I became crazy-excited when I got an email from Ashley and Jason saying they were thinking about joining.
It was perfect… I have always had a desire to lead a Small Group. And, since music is so important to me, I always envisioned live-worship. (The first time I met Jason was when he was singing and playing his guitar at our youth group over 12 years ago. I knew that if Jason joined, my dream for music at our Small Group would be an awesome reality.)
Turns out, our Small Group wasn’t all about me and my desires. Luckily though, God must have known how much Jason’s talent would bless everyone in our group each week. To my delight, Jason and Ashley DID join our Small Group. Some of my favorite moments have been Jason leading worship in our living room.
Jason and Tanaya have joined their musical talents in their band ‘Dixie Dandelions.’ They have a lot of exciting things in store next year. But, first things first: Pictures for their album!
In case you didn’t notice, I’ll just clear the air: Tanaya is beautiful. Aside from winning almost every pagent she entered, she also has catchlight (aka: light reflection) in her eyes even when she’s looking AWAY from the camera. Impressive-stuff. 
I know it’s wrong, but as I pulled into Chuck and Erin’s driveway, a pretty strong case of house-envy hit me. It wasn’t JUST their incredibly gorgeous home; It was their land… barn…fire pits and cows. (Yes, I’m actually jealous of fire pits and cows. I am a country girl at heart.)
We met Chuck & Erin over 5 years ago at our first Small Group at church. Erin is a photographer, but, like most photographers, she wishes she had family pictures and personal pictures with her children. I photographed their family a year ago. However, since that time, something wonderful happened to their family…
God had a special plan for Mae to join this wonderful family! It’s obvious how much her family loves her. Although she really loves her dad and brothers, here’s where she’s the happiest…
Just because she’s wearing totally trendy knee-boots doesn’t mean she can’t pull-off a tough shot with her 3 brothers… 
To read more of Mae’s story, click here to read Erin’s blog.
Chuck & Erin- Thank you for inviting me out to your home. As always, photographing your family felt more like play than work! I am so thankful for God’s many blessings on your family.
Thank you so for the beautiful photos Christy. Your work is amazing!
Christy,
I knew that the pictures would be beautiful having seen what you did with the new born pictures but you have out done yourself. The are absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for capturing the true beauty of the 2 most important girls in my life.
Oh my goodness. What amazing pictures! You are both so beautiful. Wonderful work Christy!