Gianna : New Arrival

My best friend had a BABY!!

You may remember Katie and Micah from their maternity session in June (here).  Well... sweet, beautiful, amazing little Giavanni (Gianna) Bentley entered the world on July 22nd, 2013.  Katie and I live a few hours away from each other, so I was SO thankful I got to be at the hospital on her daughter's BIRTHday!  The next time I was able to see Gianna was when she was just shy of 3 weeks old... but it wasn't too late for newborn pics! (I would have insisted on them even if she was 6 months old... but this was much easier, so I'm glad it worked out this way ;)).  Katie and Micah have a beautiful home - perfect setting for a photo shoot!

I have way too many favorites... so it was hard to narrow them down for a sneak peak!  Here goes!

On this one I was testing my light and setup... she wasn't quite where I wanted her yet, but LOOK!  She smiled! :)

Had to include the three besties and Baby Gianna! Jacklyn was also my amazing assistant ;)

Jessica, Brian, and Baby Belly

These two are so cute.  They are so laid back and go with the flow... they joke about being parents, but I know they're going to be incredible.  Their little boy is going to be adored and loved - and well-dressed to boot!  Literally... he already has the most adorable boots.  Jessica couldn't resist - and I don't blame her!
We made it through our whole shoot without any rain - which is saying a lot considering how our weather has been lately!  It was a bit soupy, but not too bad.  Oh and thankfully Brian was there to trim branches and scare away birds. :)

Congratulations you two - I can't wait to meet your little boy!

Here are a few of my favorites from our session:

Shay's Adoption Party!

My friend Holly is an incredible person.  If you haven't met her, you should.  For over a year, she has been a foster mom to the cutest, sweetest little girl.  Shay has only known Holly as her mom, and Holly is an amazing one.  Last week we got to celebrate Shay and Holly, as Holly is officially adopting her!  I couldn't be happier for them.  Shay, you are so blessed to have Holly as your mom - and I am excited to be a part of your life as you grow up!  Holly - congrats!!

Here are a few of my favorites from Shay's adoption party: