babydoll | michiana baby photographer

What a fun age!  Love these beautiful curls, baby teeth and baby rolls.  Emma's such a babydoll!

stole the show | south bend children's photographer

Not gonna lie.   This kid kinda stole the show.  He was a rock star during our time together.  Could not be more CUTE if he tried.  Actually, if I'm being completely honest.  This whole bunch is off the charts in the cute department.  We met to celebrate in pictures this guy's 3rd Birthday and Baby Sister's 18 month milestone.  Of course, we couldn't leave out big sister.  You'll find a quick picture of her below and one year ago on the banner at the top of this page.  Time flies when you're having fun.  And I for one and having a blast.  Especially when I get to work with cutie kids like these.  Thanks for a great session, friends!

REMINDER:  JHP's Summer Opening Day is just around the corner.  Mark your calendars for the beginning of March.  More details to follow.  

steal my heart | granger children's photographer

The boys are growing up!  Both of these darling boys are Baby Step Graduates, and now they are celebrating 18 months and 3 years!  I was lucky enough to picnic with these guys and their cute momma and daddy after we finished our session where the boys continued to steal my heart.  The big bro?  He packed a snack for me and even labeled the sandwich bag with my name.  Sigh.

aubree | south bend baby photographer

how cute | granger family photographer

Hi, friends!  It's Friday night and I'm posting a sneak peek??  Not my usual working hours but the Hokes are busy!  We are preparing for a super fun 9th birthday party for the twins, the last day of school for this year is on Tuesday, and it's Memorial Day weekend.  Wow.  Lots of fun going on, but I know this momma is anxious to see her family.  And how cute are they??  So with that I'll bid you goodnight.  Have a great weekend everyone!

Now scheduling THUMB OF MICHIGAN sessions.  July 2 - 7, 2012.  Email me for more details!!

honeydews and moos | elkhart children's photographer

This sweet family always has some giggle tricks up their sleeve and I absolutely LOVE that! Like little family inside jokes. Last time it involved Honeydews and this time it involved pigs and moos. Or was it horses and moos?? Either way, it worked!! This session documented year 4 for that pretty little gal above and 18 months for the handsome gent below. Loved the look they put together, too. A little fun pattern. A little coordinating colors. Throw in a coordinating stripe. And voila. Picture perfect.

I can't forget to mention this former Baby Steppers return to the blog, either. You know I love these visits.

favorite | south bend family photographer

This is one of my favorite families to work with. If you've been around here long, you'll recognize these delightful smiles. I've got another jhp photographer-in-training. Big sister always pulls out her Disney camera to help me. Love her! And I love this corner in their house. It gets the prettiest, softest light. I won't keep you in suspense any longer. Your girls are beautiful. You guys look terrific. Christmas card photos...checked off your list. Thanks, guys!

Stay tuned for details on 2011 scheduling. I'm shooting for an end of November/1st of December opening. As always, I'll keep you posted here and on my facebook fan page. Not a fan yet? Scroll down to the bottom of this page and you'll find the button.

happy boy | mishawaka child and family photographer

You can just see the happiness written all over his face. It's sort of contagious isn't it? This busy little boy was thrilled with the chance to run around the park. Doing his own thing, or so he thought. :) What a delightful afternoon, beautiful setting and a two parents in love with each other and their boy. Thanks for a fun shoot, family. Enjoy your sneak!

I'm off to pick up my girls. But there are a handful more super cute sneaks that are waiting to be shared. Busy, busy week! Stay tuned.

she is amazing | lakeville family photographer

Here I go again with the HUGE sneak peek, but you already know why. Too much adorable. Have I told you about my friend, Melanie? I remember clearly the first time I saw her. She was walking down Shupe's 3rd floor hallway with her tennis practice shorts and tshirt. For me, there was an instant connection. A life long friend was born. We were placed together as freshmen roommates. That first night we stayed up talking into the wee hours of the night, filling each other in on our entire 17 years that were lived before meeting. So familiar. So right. And years later, so thankful for her friendship and her life. She is amazing. And so is her family.

s m i l e | south bend child photographer

Get ready to smile, folks! I'm telling you...one look at this delightful smileyface and you'll be smiling right back at the screen. She is so cute. Strangers stop her mom and ooh and ahh over her curls and blue eyes. (I know, because it happened during the session.) She was thinking about playing shy but she wasn't fooling anyone. She can't hide that happiness.

You guys spoil me! These adorable little people, breath-taking newborns and beautiful loving families. My goondess...I'm one lucky gal.