hannah | granger baby photographer

I had a great visit with Hannah Grace and her sweet momma.  She's joining our Baby Step family at four months and following in her big brothers' footsteps.  This sweet girl was singing and talking my ear off for most of our session.  I'm not sure if she was entirely happy the entire time but my tricks were just enough to cause a few smiles.  I'm already looking forward to our next session.

baby zachary | elkhart baby photographer

Baby Zachary is following in his big brothers footsteps and is one of our newest Baby Step members.  Just like his brother, we started his Baby Steps at four months of age.  As you can see, he is a sweet baby.  Just look at that face...and those eyes.  I can't wait to watch him grow this year.

serenade | granger baby photographer

Handsome Graham Bam is 4 months old now!  As you can see he is 100% sweetheart.  Just look at those eyes?!  Big Sis is a Baby Step alumni and is showing him the ropes.  She was kind enough to take a moment to serenade us.  Sooooo cute!! Thanks for a fun session!

catch a glimpse | nappanee baby photographer

This little one is growing up and growing more adorable with every second.  We met last week for his 4 month Baby Step and I couldn't get enough.  It's so fun for me to have the opportunity to work with families over and over again. As I'm looking through my lens, I so often catch glimpses of older siblings or mom and dad in these little baby faces.  

Mom wanted to continue her tradition of black and white images with her 4 month olds (I love that idea).  She's displayed them just beautifully.  Can't wait to see these up there, too.  Thanks for a fun session, friends.  See you soon again soon! :)

graham daniel | south bend baby photographer

Graham Daniel is a rockstar.  Plain and simple.  He was just settling in for a bottle and a nap when I arrived, and he changed gears and put his happy.face.on.  Way to go Grahamers!  Let me give you a little idea of what went down last Saturday.  Like I said, he was getting sleepy but Mom and Dad knew just the right tricks to get their little boy smiling.  We were upstairs.  We were downstairs.  On the couch.  Outfit changes.  On his tummy and his back.  You name it.  Then...THEN while we were changing set-ups, Mom sits Graham up.  What?  Yes, she sits Graham Daniel FOUR MONTHS OLD up.  I was shocked and mighty impressed.  I didn't even think to ask if he was sitting up. That will teach me. 

Thanks for a super session, guys!  I can't wait until 8 months!

anavie | south bend baby photographer

Isn't she something?!  Such perfect creamy skin and beautiful eyes.  Those toes and fingers.  She just makes me smile.  I'll be back with a couple more tomorrow. 

elliott - elkhart baby photographer

Hello! Hello!  I am so excited to be back to the grind, friends.  I'm ready for a great 2012.  With so many fun and fabulous faces lined up for 2012, I just know it's going to be super!  Baby Elliott has the distinction of being JHP's first 2012 session and he was a ROCKSTAR.  Seriously cute and seriously happy-go-lucky.  Thanks for going easy on me, buddy.  You are just adorable with those big, blueBLUE eyes, and those rubber band wrists.  What a treat to watch you grow!

CALENDAR UPDATE:  My calendar is currently booked through the end of April, with the exception of current Baby Steppers who need to confirm their upcoming appointments.  I will open my summer calendar (May - August 2012) in early March.  As always, those details will be announced (and shouted from the roof-tops) here and on my Facebook Fan Page.  Why don't you go ahead and click the LIKE button while you're there.  That's the only way to ensure you'll receive JHP updates on your Newsfeed. That's also the place that I post last-minute openings that may pop up. Finally, if you are a current Baby Stepper who needs to schedule for Jan-April 2012, please contact me asap.  Thanks so much and here's to a great year!

zebras and trains | goshen child photographer

Friends, it's been a tough week around these parts. If it's not the forecast of rain every day of the week, it's computer troubles. But believe me when I tell you, I still love my job. And I love you guys. The best clients this side of the Mississippi. :) When you get to create images like these...Adorable.Cutetothemax.Stylin'.Smiles.Trains.BabyZebras. Come on. It's the life!

So if you bear with me while I get caught up you'll be rewarded with cute smiles like these. Promise. And seriously thank you for your patience, kindness and support. Ya'll are the best!

P.S. Aren't these boys the cutest?!! Things are beginning to look up already. :)

piece of sunshine | michiana baby photographer

I was greeted with a full-face smile just as soon as momma brought this piece of sunshine down from her morning nap. The kind of smile that is too much to keep your head still. Melt my heart. She is just a gorgeous baby girl that is loved to the moon and back. I cannot get enough of those sweet eyelashes that hug the bottom of her eyelid. Precious! Momma and I were daydreaming of her next Baby Step which will fall in June. Ahh, summer...

the apple doesn't fall far | elkhart baby photographer

Beautiful Baby H, it's not hard to find where your beauty comes from. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree my dear. You and Mommy are quite the pair. Thanks for a fun session, guys. I couldn't have asked for more.

full of sunshine | south bend baby photographer

Oh, Baby G! Look at you! She's just a doll with the sweetest little face. We happily accepted the gorgeous early November day that we were given. Full of sunshine and the windows flug wide open. It was perfect all around. And look momma, we even got a smile! Can't wait until next time!

**Stay tuned for details for 2011 scheduling!

big blue | elkhart baby photographer

LOVE those catch lights in those big blue eyes! This Baby Stepper is 4 months old now! Such a sweetie. Loved my short visit with his family. He's got the cutest big sis and big bro! It was fun to see you all again! See you in 4 short months.

so good to be together |osceola family photographer

Hello, Gorgeous Family! I'm having a hard time narrowing down my favorites lately. You guys are just too cute, so that means you get to see a bunch of sneak peek pics. These guys are always fun to work with. So, so nice and so adorable. How could I go wrong?! Thanks for a fun shoot, family!

baby blues | mishawaka baby photographer

I can hardly believe that this is the same newborn baby girl that I visited 4 short months ago. What a darlin'! She had us laughing so hard that I had a hard time keeping my camera still at one point. She's such a daddy's girl and that is so sweet to see. Thanks guys. It was a pleasure!