This shoot was a year in the making, or rather, that’s how long it took us to coordinate schedules. But I’m glad we finally got together, even if the girls were a bit sick. I still love so many of these. Almost as much as I love my tile floors Thanks Steve. It was the perfect trade! Once again, I’m so excited to be having two little girls…

While it’s true I can take pictures of my little Ella whenever I want, taking pictures of my family or myself is a bit more challenging. But nevertheless, something I don’t want to miss out on! So I thought it would be fun to do a little photo session swap with fellow photographer Aria who’s also pregnant. She’s due in August, which should give her just enough time to recover and shoot me when my baby curves get a little bit bigger. Ella and Sidney hit it off and we were able to make a family date night out of this little mini session trying SubZero ice cream for the first time after. SO YUMMY! And I adore some of these shots. I absolutely can’t wait for my turn!

Shooting this little family made me SO happy to be having two girls! We knew the Farr’s from our days in Connecticut. Megan was just a little baby then. It’s crazy how time flies and kids grow. I tried some old fashioned edits with a few of these rather than my normal black and white and I think it fits perfectly for this session. What a happy family

The majority of my work this year has been weddings, but this month I’ve had the opportunity to shoot a few families, and while it’s challenging to go from brides who do exactly what you say to toddlers who could care less, I love the outcome anyway! This little girl in particular was rather independent. (She reminded me of a certain toddler named Ella whom I spend my days with). So she did her thing and we shot around her but I love the moments it led to. Posed, smiling, shots are nice, but there’s something so sweet and lasting about the glances, hugs, and exchanges of a family together. I also loved that I got to take a few picture of Anna to celebrate her graduation. She just finished her doctorate. Congratulations!!!

This little family was so fun to shoot. And the most exciting part is, hopefully, these pictures will help to make this family even bigger! I was just talking with a few friends last night about all the ways children come into our lives and how they’re such a blessing no matter which stork brings them. I can’t wait for the day a little bundle is dropped on this door step. Good luck you two

I was thinking about what to post today and realized I hadn’t yet blogged this cute family session I shot a few weeks ago. I loved, loved Lyla’s outfits, especially the pink tutu. I just wish she was a bit older than Ella so we could get the hand-me-downs.

and one for me…

This was probably the most freezing shoot to date. We had to shoot before the sun was really even up for the day to accomidate everyone’s schedules, but despite the cold, these girls and their gorgeous smiles really know how to add warmth to any occasion. Of course they didn’t have to ditch their coats, so props to the men in these shots who sacrified for fashion.

Because of the cold, we tried to shoot as fast as possible and really just focused on getting at least one great group shot. I love a bunch of these though!

Valerie is a Senior this year so we thought we take a shot at getting a few great images of her for the year.

Tammy, the oldest daughter (pictured below) is a good friend and Ella’s beloved babysitter.

She made this shoot possible and we can’t thank her enough for all the dates we got to go on! If anyone in the SLC area is interested in trading babysitting for photography credit please email me! I have many Friday/weekday weddings this year, plus we’re always looking for a few hours of alone time each week for a date night. We try and go on weekdays, so you’d have your weekends free… I’d especially love a high school junior/senior or college girl with a flexible schedule and who’s available to watch Ella in our home. But for the all day weddings could bring Ella to a stay-at-home mom’s house if you’re not too far from me. Anyway…email me for more details.

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And for those of you who enjoyed the music, the track is “Happy” from Secrets in Stereo.

I remember when 2010 was a year of the distant future. Weird. We had a lovely trip and now I’m already back to work Our family picture session was a bit special thanks to my darling brothers who of course acted exactly like their sister was taking their pictures, not a professional photographer. But despite their attempts at sabotage, I’m able to say that we got at least one wonderfully professional looking group shot that hopefully my mom will love as much as I do. Props to my parents for surviving this group. There’s never a dull moment with the Taylor clan.

Welcome 2010 and all the changes that I know you will bring.