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Can’t you just feel the joy exuding from these photos? Jace is a little ray of sunshine. He has a huge smile, and I don’t think he quit smiling for the entire session. He loved the cake, the setups, and the camera! Mister Jace just celebrated his first birthday. His name is Jace Chatman, which […]

Baby Plan, Birthday

March 18, 2021

Jace | One Year Old

Oh, what a special year it was. Although this last year was certainly challenging to those who brought a baby into the world, it also allowed so much time to bond and love on those brand-new little ones. Sloane’s mom adds, “The most challenging thing has been navigating parenthood through COVID-19. We want to show […]

Baby Plan

March 16, 2021

Sloane Marie | One Year Old

I absolutely loved this little girl’s name, and it has such a special meaning! When they began thinking of baby names, they knew they wanted something that had to do with nature, and the name evoked memories from their family’s lake cottage in Michigan. I love that there is a piece of family history woven […]

Newborn

March 10, 2021

Newborn Session | Baby Lakelyn

Friends, I am grieving with you for the situation we are in here in Texas. Although we are safe and I am very thankful for that, I know that many of you are struggling with frozen or burst pipes, freezing temperatures, and inability to get supplies or groceries. It breaks my heart to see the […]

Uncategorized

February 21, 2021

Winter Storm Relief Resources for Texas

A family just being a family…living life together. It doesn’t sound all that special…but it is. It’s why my newborn lifestyle sessions are so unique. They capture your family just as they are, in the moments that make up your life. A new baby is one of the most special moments there is, and I […]

Baby Plan, Family, Newborn

February 14, 2021

Bryar Ray | Lifestyle Newborn Session