You don’t choose your family. They are God’s gift to you, as you are to them.
— Desmond Tutu
I was an extremely shy person childhood thru highschool – hardly daring to speak to anyone other than my closest friends. I suppose going to college, being an elementary teacher and then becoming a mother gave me the confidence to begin to be myself. I find it funny that now I walk into a ‘stranger’s’ house frequently for sessions. I am extremely appreciative of the way I am welcomed into the homes of families to photograph their loved ones. Often the Fathers will help me carry my materials in and out. They offer a drink while I’m working, etc.
This family was extremely warm and inviting. I was treated to true Irish tea (yum!) cookies, and they even bought me lunch (yum again!). Sometimes these newborn sessions can take quite a long time – especially when there is a toddler (he is an excellent toddler). So, it’s lovely to walk away with not only a completed session of a new life celebrated, but celebrating new friends made in the process.
Also, be sure to check out their Irish Dance Academy!
They are a gorgeous family…
and as we finished up, she smiled at us!
Diana - Just caught up on your blog postings. Great shots. Beautiful. I still love that baby in the orchard. What a star! The nursing picture is beautiful. I wish I had one of those.
admin - Thank you! 🙂
Yael - Wow – so beautiful! I always love your photos, but when they are of a family that I know and care for . . . I love them even more!!
Joanna - These are gorgeous Jill! Love the ones of them all on the bed, and that smile at the end is too cute!!
Julia - I love love love all of these… Such lovely natural colors!
Jessica - Wow…I am speechless… These are absolutely AMAZING.
velvetowlphotography - Beautiful!!
Jenny March - Awww….that little smile in the last picture is priceless. 🙂
Suzyb - these are amazing jill!!! i can’t even pick a fave because they are ALL my favorite 🙂