Drawing In Light Photography: Blog

Anna, Pumpkin Cake Smash Session

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 01:47:31 GMT

I met Miss Anna earlier this year when she wasn't even sitting on her own yet. And it has been so much fun watching her grow this year. She is such a fun and smiley little lady and she has the best parents too! I can hardly believe she is already a year old!

Just look at this adorable cake! Sweets by LaDawn makes the best cakes!

Miss Anna was excited about her cake, but a little skeptical that she was allowed to just dig in!

Overall I think Anna enjoyed her cake smash. I'm not sure how much cake was actually eaten, but there was plenty of frosting missing from that cake by the end!

Happy First Birthday, Anna!

Kennedy, Class of 2021

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 03:12:57 GMT

I cannot say enough good things about this amazing girl and her family! I had the best time working with them. The weather forecast on the days leading up to our session was looking a little questionable, so we decided to move our session to the beautiful Bay Studio at Mill Street Studios in Lockland, OH. And it was the perfect setting for Miss Kennedy's senior pictures!

We had to grab just a few shots of Kennedy with her parents and her boyfriend. The amount of pride and love in her parent's faces was the best thing ever!

Thankfully, the weather ended up clearing up and being beautiful the day of our session. So after spending some time indoors, we headed out to French Park to grab a few shots in the fall colors. The trees were beautiful and Kennedy looked stunning in the fall backdrop!

Kennedy is also on the school weightlifting team. And this girl is FIERCE! She wanted to incorporate some weights and show off those muscles too. Just look at those arms and shoulders!! This year's seniors are seriously the best. They are going to rule the world one day!!

Jordan, Class of 2021

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 03:03:58 GMT

Another amazing senior this year! I first met Jordan's mom when my own daughter was born. At that time Jordan was only 8 or 9 years old. And now look at him all grown up and such an amazing kid!

Jordan wanted to include his beloved drums in his senior pictures. He is quite a talented member of the Sycamore High School Drum Line! I love incorporating special extracurriculars into images!

This spot is one of my favorite in downtown Cincinnati!

This was actually our second attempt at a session. Our first one got rained out at the very last minute, but it worked out. This time we had such a beautiful day for pictures. Blue skies and fluffy clouds!

I even got somewhat of a giggle and a real smile from him, thanks to some unusual characters we crossed paths with on the bridge.

After spending some time at the river, we headed up a few blocks to visit the Black Lives Matter mural that was painted in front of City Hall. I am so glad we were able to get pictures of the beautiful artwork before it was ruined!

This kid is definitely going places! I am so thankful that I was able to document this special year for him!

Dakota, Downtown Cincinnati Senior Session

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 03:13:20 GMT

The seniors I have met this year have been the most amazing group of teens! They have all been smart and funny and just super super cool. Dakota was no exception. When we were planning his senior session he decided he wanted to do a 1920s vibe. Downtown Cincinnati was the perfect place for it!

Doesn't that suit look amazing on him?!? Such a fun outfit and it was perfect for the theme!

After our rooftop adventure, we headed down to the street level. Cincinnati has such a rich history and the architecture downtown is so cool. I did some research on Cincinnati history and found that the Dixie Terminal building was finished in 1921, so I knew using it would give us some great authenticity!

Then we headed down to Smale Park for a more country and casual setting to finish off our session.

And you can't leave out the beautiful Roebling Bridge! Cincinnati has the best bridges!

This year's seniors are the best. If these are the kids that are going to be running the world one day, we are all in good hands!

Upchurch Family, Sharon Woods

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 15:21:43 GMT

When this lovely family contacted me for pictures, they told me they had only done studio family pictures in the past. I was so excited to introduce them to what an outdoor session is like! And I felt incredibly honored to be the one they picked. We settled on the beautiful Sharon Woods Park in Sharonville, OH and we had the perfect afternoon. The weather was gorgeous and the fall colors are just starting to peak out!

It was a busy day at the park. Lots of families having picnics and several other photographers taking pictures. I am so thankful that our local photographer community is so wonderful and we had no problems taking turns and sharing some of the most popular spots in the park!

Sharon Woods is such a great location for family pictures! So many great spots!

The kids and I had just been talking about how they like to climb trees and rocks when we came upon this tree. Luckily mom and dad were super cool and laid back and were up for letting the kids pose IN the tree!

Overall we had such a great session! All the kids were in great moods and were incredibly cooperative. Once we were done with our formal pictures, the kids had a chance to explore the creek a little which they seemed to enjoy. I hope this family had a great first experience without outdoor family pictures!!

Norah, Class of 2021

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 02:29:54 GMT

When I was in high school, senior pictures consisted of a morning in a smelly gym wearing a weird drape thing clipped around my shoulders that every other girl had also worn, and holding a fake red rose. It was nothing more exciting than regular yearbook photos or what I could have gotten down at the local Olan Mills.

But thankfully times have changed, and seniors now get to have so much more fun with their senior photos!! And it is even doubly fun being the one to take the photos and help celebrate such a big milestone in the lives of these high schoolers. I'm pretty sure Miss Norah was a little skeptical when I suggested taking photos in a cemetery but she was a good sport and agreed and I'm so glad she did!

Spring Grove Cemetery is one of my favorite places in Cincinnati. It has the most beautiful architecture and so many spots that are perfect for some out of the box portraits. Norman Chapel is probably my favorite spot within the grounds to use as a backdrop. I think the arches and greenery outside the chapel are stunning. And Miss Norah looked absolutely amazing with it!

Next, we headed over to the rose garden. The landscaping at Spring Grove is beautiful year round. But in the fall it is especially breathtaking. Some of the leaves are already starting to change colors and the fall flowers were picture perfect for our session.

After the garden, we traveled up towards the lake and the Dexter Mausoleum which are probably the most photographed spots in Spring Grove. I just love the stone bridge over the lake and the way the sun filters through the trees. And the history of that area of the cemetery is really fascinating as well! It was such a fun afternoon with Norah and her mom. Not only is Norah beautiful, but she is also brilliant with big dreams and aspirations for her future!! Best of luck, Norah and CONGRATULATIONS!!

Wyatt, Cookie Monster Cake Smash

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 02:04:41 GMT

I had another tiny little newborn turned big one year old come visit me in the studio recently for a Cookie Monster themed cake smash. I didn't think it was possible for Mr Wyatt to get any cuter, but holy moly just look at him! Those eyes! That smile! Those DIMPLES!!!

Wyatt's mom opted to make her own cake, and just look how adorable it is! I have the most talented clients! Wyatt wasn't too fond of having messy fingers, but luckily I always keep wooden spoons in the studio for just this reason. Smooshing cake around and hitting it with a spoon is usually a pretty big hit with this age!

He got really into playing with his cake. Just look at those smiles!

And of course, a shot of the mess. Big sister was pretty excited there was cake left for her to enjoy too!

It was so fun catching up with Mr Wyatt and his family! Happy first birthday little guy!

You can schedule your own personalized cake smash session by contacting me here: www.drawinginlightphotography.com/contact

Ethan, Dr Seuss Cake Smash Session

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 01:57:51 GMT

If you've been following me for a while, you may remember this guy as a newborn. For his first birthday, we wanted to recreate one of the images from his newborn session. And just look how much he has grown! So much changes in baby's first year, and I LOVE getting to watch my clients grow and change. I'm pretty sure Mr Ethan has a bigger personality every time I see him!

As a former teacher myself, I was super excited to put together this cake smash set-up that was inspired by Dr Seuss! Such a colorful and fun theme!!

After a few sit-and-smile photos, it was time for cake! And just look at this adorable cake from It Takes The Cake by Libby. She is one of my favorite bakers. Her cakes are always so adorable!!

Mr Ethan's favorite part was the truffula tree on top!

Although he may not have eaten much of his cake, Mr Ethan still enjoyed his session and had a ball painting the floor with his frosting.

Just look at that face! I love it!!

And I just couldn't resist grabbing a shot of a messy baby butt!

You can book your very own customized cake smash session by contacting me HERE: www.drawinginlightphotography.com/contact

Chloe, 11 Days New

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 19:15:44 GMT

One of the most common questions I get about newborn sessions is "When is the best time to book my session?" The answer is, there is no "best" time to schedule your session. Booking early means you will be guaranteed a spot on my calendar, but depending on my availability, I am usually able to accommodate last minute sessions as well. I am so happy Miss Chloe's mom contacted me when she was born and we were able to schedule a time to get her into the studio for her newborn session because she was the SWEETEST baby ever.

Not only was she the most laid back and easy-going baby but she is GORGEOUS. I mean, just look at that full head of curly hair!! And sweet as she was while asleep, she was even SWEETER awake. Chloe had the brightest eyes and a smile that will melt your heart!

It was so much fun putting together this super girly session for her. I'm a total sucker for tiny tutus and flowery headbands!

I'm pretty sure this was one of my favorite sessions to date. Although I'm also pretty sure I say that after just about every session. I seriously have the best job EVER!

You can schedule your own newborn session by contacting me here: https://www.drawinginlightphotography.com/contact.html

Noah - 8 Days New

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 03:52:41 GMT

I've known Noah's mom for quite a while. She is an amazing momma, and I was so excited to meet her newest little guy for our newborn session. I feel so privileged that even in the age of Covid, my friends and clients trust me with their new babies. And Noah was exceptionally sweet. I could have stayed and snuggled and photographed him all day!

And just look at these little smiles he gave me! And those long blonde eyelashes! I melted!

I am still booking studio newborn sessions for 2020. I have lots of extra precautions in place to keep you and your new little baby safe. If you would like more information about booking your own newborn session, you can contact me here: https://www.drawinginlightphotography.com/contact.html

Davis Family - E Milo Beck Park

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 03:44:05 GMT

In Springboro, Ohio there is this little park tucked away that I absolutely love. It has a beautiful overlook, some really fun hiking trails, and I love the way the trees and the pergola look in the background of photos. And I rarely run into other people, which makes it perfect for a socially distanced outdoor family session!

We had a very hot and sunny day for our session, but these kids didn't seem to mind at all. They took breaks in between shots to run a few laps around the open areas and laugh and play and just be kids! We tried our best to stick in mostly shady spots to give us a little retreat from the sun. The entrance to this hiking trail is my favorite spot in the park. It is like a magical little tunnel!

One of my favorite things to have kids do in a session is to count to three and then JUMP. I love getting photos of kids in action!

After a little bit of running, the kids were ready for their close-ups. I love the way the leaves and this greenery give texture to their portraits!

Such a fun session with a fun family!

I am now booking for sessions for September, October, and November. Contact me here: https://www.drawinginlightphotography.com/contact.html
for more information about booking your very own family portrait session!

Cantrell Family, Miller Ecological Park

Sat, 27 Jun 2020 00:30:11 GMT

The first time I photographed this family, big brother had just turned three. Now big brother is NINE and the twins who I photographed as newborns are FIVE. My oh my how time flies!!

This year we decided to use Miller Ecological Park in Lebanon, OH as our backdrop. I knew there would be some really beautiful backdrops for these super adorable kids and their parents.

And the best part of this park is the wide open spaces and the unique play structures. No "normal" slides and monkey bars here! But plenty of room to run and lots of fun things to climb on!

And while the kids play, the adults can get pictures done all on their own!

The play structures at this park are even adult friendly. All the kids were super excited when both their parents hopped onto the spider web with them. I love capturing families in their natural state and all the emotions that go along with that. Genuine smiles and laughs make the best pictures!

Have you ever been to Miller Ecological Park? Tell me about your experience there in the comments!

Jackson Newborn Session, 9 Weeks New

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 14:51:40 GMT

Jackson was born right about the same time I got shut down due to Covid-19. But 9 very long weeks later, we were finally able to get him into the studio for his debut photo shoot! And what a sweet guy he was. At 13lbs, he was the biggest "newborn" I've ever photographed and he was a DREAM. First, we had some awake time during family pictures with his FOUR big brothers.

And then he dozed off. His mom told me when she came in that he normally takes a nap around this time of the day, and she was spot on! It worked out perfectly!!

I was able to get lots of newborn photos, even though this guy wasn't really a tiny little squishy newborn anymore! He rocked his session!! I am so happy I was able to provide these sweet sleepy baby photos for his family.

In order to keep all my tiny clients safe, I have been limiting my exposure as much as possible in my personal life too. That has left lots of extra time to play around with photos! Mr Jackson was such a sweetie I wanted to create a couple special images for him too. I love creating these for clients!

I am very excited to be back to booking sessions. If you are interested in scheduling your own newborn portrait session, you can contact me through my website here: https://www.drawinginlightphotography.com/contact.html

James Newborn Session - 7 weeks new

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 22:09:47 GMT

Covid ruined a lot of people's plans for doing lots and lots of things. While family sessions are easily rescheduled, newborns grow so fast and I was so anxious to get these babies into the studio while they were still little. Luckily, Mr James was super sweet and relaxed and we were still able to get some beautiful images. And can we talk about his little natural mohawk for a minute?!? And at 7 weeks old he gave me some great expressions and some beautiful eye contact!

And then after a little snack, James was ready for a nap. He was such a rockstar and I was still able to get a bunch of sweet sleeping squishy baby pictures. He may have already been 10 pounds, but he still looks so sweet and tiny!

I am so happy that this family was still able to get newborn portraits done. I take tons of extra precautions during sessions. You can see all the steps I am taking to keep my tiny clients safe and healthy here: https://www.drawinginlightphotography.com/blog/2020/4/covid-update

Lilianna First Birthday Session - Pine Hill Lakes Park

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 21:54:12 GMT

The only thing I love more than newborn sessions, is being able to watch my tiniest clients grow so much! Miss Lilianna came back to see me to celebrate taking almost an entire trip around the sun and I couldn't believe how big she had gotten. This was her at our newborn session:

And then again at 4 months old:

And now just look at her!! She is the cutest little lady!

This time we decided to step outside of the studio and have a session at Pine Hill Lakes Park in Mason, Ohio. We got there first thing in the morning and had the park all to ourselves. And the morning light coming through the trees was perfect for pictures!

Miss Lilianna was taking it all in. The lights, the sounds, the ducks, and the occasional dog going for a walk. I could tell she is a very studious little thing - always trying to learn about everything around her! But we did manage to elicit a few smiles.

And by the end of the session, Miss L was ready to explore! Her mom and dad warned me she was a quick crawler and they weren't lying! She means business when she wants to get somewhere!

Next time I see her, she will be a full on toddler! Happy almost birthday, Miss L!

Cameron Family - George Rodgers Clark Park

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 18:59:54 GMT

I was certain this session was going to get rained out. Even driving down to one of my favorite spots in Northern Kentucky I wasn't sure we were going to actually get to have our session - I was driving about 35 mph on the interstate because it was raining THAT hard. But as soon as I crossed the Ohio River, the sun peaked out and it was BEAUTIFUL. We weren't the only ones that were anxious to be outside either - George Rodgers Clark Park was pretty busy with people enjoying the break in the rain!

One of the reasons I love this park so much is the beautiful views of Downtown Cincinnati! The river was incredibly high that evening. Thankfully still under flood stage though!

And when there are puddles and the kids have been amazingly cooperative, they get rewarded with some puddle jumping time!!

Such a fun session!

Betomakita Family

Wed, 20 May 2020 00:40:23 GMT

I cannot begin to describe how amazing it felt to pick up my camera and be outside working with clients again. I feel the most alive when I am able to flex my photography muscles, and this beautiful family was the perfect way to start back to work! It was a beautiful day and a beautiful location and these lucky parents have FOUR beautiful daughters.

We decided on Rentschler Park for our session because of the swinging bridge and the beautiful creek. The girls were a little hesitant to warm up, but this bridge brought out the best smiles. Who doesn't love jumping on a bridge like this?!!

I simply love this spot in the park too. The way the light comes through the trees in the evening is just completely beautiful!

And finally the girls were rewarded with time in the creek to finish out our session. Rentschler Forest's creek is perfect for young kids to explore. There are lots of big rocks to sit on and little rocks to make splashes with!

I am cherishing each and every session even more than usual these days. I am taking on fewer sessions than usual to account for the extra precautions surrounding Covid19, but I would love to chat about setting up a socially distanced family session for YOUR family too! You can contact me through my website here: https://www.drawinginlightphotography.com/contact.html

Covid Update

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 22:19:40 GMT

I was really hoping this virus would blow over and be gone by now. I miss all my clients and it makes me sad that we have missed milestones and moments over the last month. I am ***hoping*** to be back to scheduling and shooting sessions on June 1st, but that date is 100% dependent on the suggested best practices. I am following the guidelines set by the state of Ohio for other close contact businesses such as hair salons and spas. My number one priority always has been and will remain keeping your family (and mine) safe!

My promise to you is that I will do everything possible to ensure your safety in my studio. The following practices are ones I have always followed and will continue to do:

Properly wash and sanitize all backdrops, props, and outfits in between each session.
Wash hands with hot water before a session and use hand sanitizer throughout the session
I will not do a session if I have been sick or been around anyone showing symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, upset stomach, etc in the previous 48 hours.
I ask all clients to please reschedule if they are unwell, or have been exposed to an illness. I never charge a rescheduling fee for sickness!
For cake smash sessions, all edible items must be provided by the client.

I will also be introducing the following policies in my studio:

Only immediate family will be allowed into the studio for a session.
For newborn sessions, siblings and extra adults will be asked to leave after family pictures are complete.
Shoes will need to be removed as soon as you enter. Absolutely no shoes in the shooting area (shoes on babies who are not yet walking are fine, but I always prefer naked toes anyway!)
Everyone will need to wash hands as soon as they enter the studio.
Gloves and face masks will be available for clients, if desired. I will wear a face mask for the duration of our session.
No outside props will be allowed in the studio.
Please only bring in the absolute essentials. Please leave diaper bags and car seats in the car if possible.
Only one session will be scheduled a day, with 48 hours in between each session.
All toys/books in my sitting room will be removed, and all shelves and surfaces cleaned and sanitized after every session.

We are all in this together. I look forward to the days when these restrictions aren't necessary, but a lot of these things are here to stay for the foreseeable future. Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns. I am anxiously awaiting the day I can once again create beautiful images for you!

A Note About Coronavirus

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 15:35:01 GMT

I know coronavirus is on everyone's minds right now. I have been thinking a lot these last few days about how I want to handle this situation where it pertains to my business. First, I want to assure you that I clean my studio after every session. I wash every fabric and wrap and prop after each use. I wash my hands with hot water and soap before and after each session, and I use hand sanitizer throughout my sessions to help keep the spread of any potential germs to a minimum. I do also have masks available, and if it would make you more comfortable, I will gladly wear one upon request. Although my business depends on creating beautiful images for you, my number one priority is the safety of my clients.

That being said. If I have a session scheduled with you in the coming weeks and you would like to cancel/reschedule I am totally open to that. I will refund any deposits you may have made, or hold that deposit for you to apply towards a future session. Also, if you are showing any symptoms of illness or know you have been exposed to anything please let me know so we can reschedule. Not only do I work with very vulnerable tiny humans, but I do also have medically frail family members living in my home.

Also, just a heads up that should our local school district choose to close to prevent the spread of illness, I will likely need to reschedule any mid-week sessions. Like many people in our community, I rely on the public school system for childcare while I work. I will do everything in my power to reschedule at a time that is most convenient for you and will handle these situations as they arise on a case by case basis.

We are all in this together. And I am committed to doing whatever it takes to keep my clients and my family safe and healthy. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns!

Baby Gracie, 12 days new

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:12:30 GMT

Three is such a lucky number. And when you are the third baby in a family that must mean you are extra lucky and wonderful. And Miss Gracie fit that description 100%. She was such a sweet little thing and I was honored to be her first photographer. And just look at those perfect cheeks and perfect little fingers and toes!

Miss Gracie even gave me some of the most adorable smiles! She was such a happy little baby. I don't think I heard her fuss the entire time we were together!

Even when she was awake, she was a happy little thing. She let me wrap her up and get some portraits of those big beautiful eyes.

And just look how lucky this family is. All three of these kids were amazing to work with!

You can book your very own newborn session by contacting me here: www.drawinginlightphotography.com/contact

Cordia - Hearts Themed Cake Smash Session

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 02:27:29 GMT

An entire year ago, I met Miss Cordia. She was the most adorable newborn with the most loving big siblings. And as the youngest of 5 kids in her family, there was so much love flying around the studio that day!

Fast forward to this February, and Miss Cordia is still one well-loved baby. Just look at her and her siblings!!

Cordia was FULL of personality. She gave me the best faces and had everyone in the room laughing. She absolutely deserved her princess crown!

And how about this cake?!? Cordia's mom made a very special strawberry cake and it smelled AMAZING. The whole studio smelled like fresh strawberries. And I think it's safe to say it must have tasted good too. Cordia ate pretty much the entire thing!!

Happy First Birthday, Miss Cordia!!

For more information about scheduling your own personalized cake smash session, contact me HERE

Baby Elise Newborn Session

Sat, 15 Feb 2020 04:58:31 GMT

Newborn sessions are my all time favorite. I always feel so honored to be often the very first person to photograph a sweet little baby. And Miss Elise was exceptionally sweet! She had the best little personality and she showed me her very chill awake side as well as her super sleepy and pose-able side. So basically it was the perfect newborn session.

And not only did I get to work with Elise, but I got to photograph her with her new big brother. He was such a loving and proud brother! And together the four of them made such a beautiful family.

And just look at that perfect baby eye contact! I love when babies show me their bright eyes!

Apparently taking pictures is exhausting, because it wasn't long before Elise was sound asleep!

I love when clients bring special items from home to incorporate into portraits. Miss Elise had the honor of being photographed with her mom's wedding veil and a family heirloom fur shawl. One day maybe Elise will grow up and use these items in HER wedding!

I am currently booking newborns for the rest of 2020. The best time to find your newborn photographer is in your second trimester. Contact me HERE for more information on how to book a session for your little one!

Connor - Forest Themed Cake Smash

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 03:29:22 GMT

This session was one of my favorite set-ups to date. When Connor's mom first contacted me about a cake smash, she sent me some pictures of a beautiful piece of art that was hanging in the nursery. She also told me the story about how the song "Seasons" by Hillsong was almost an anthem for Connor and his birth. And I knew I needed to create something extra special for them!

Forest themes are always a lot of fun, but in the painting and in the song it references a sequoia tree so I wanted to incorporate a big tree trunk. I made this one in the set-up with a little creativity and a lot of spray foam insulation. It was so much fun to make!

And Connor's incredibly personality combined with some beautiful cookies and an adorable cake made my job so easy!

You can get more information about booking your own personalized cake smash session by contacting me HERE

Delaney - Simple White Cake Smash

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 03:23:00 GMT

Miss Delaney has been coming to visit me every 3 months this last year. I can hardly believe she is already a whole year old! I was super excited when her mom decided on a very minamilistic set-up. There is just something beautiful and timeless about a neutral themed session. And it let Miss Delaney be the total star of the show and showcase her amazing personality.

You can get more information about booking your own customized cake smash session by contacting me HERE

365 Project - January 2020

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 02:21:18 GMT

The idea behind a 365 project is to take one photo a day for an entire year. I guess technically since this is Leap Year it will be a 366 Project! I've started a 365 quite a few times. Once I even made it to a little past day 100, but I've never made it an entire year. This year (hopefully) will be my first COMPLETE 365 Project. My goal behind this project is to photograph my family's life just as it is. Messy kitchens, bed head hair, meltdowns, celebrations, and everything in between. It may not always be pretty sunshine and blue skies and happy children (and let's face it - this is Ohio. There are very few sunny days with blue skies in January anyway!) But it will be real. It will be a glimpse into my every day.

January 2020 has been the longest month in the history of months ever. But here are the photos from some of our adventures.

My favorite memory from January is without a doubt the weekend I spent in Florida visiting my grandma with my two best friends. I've always been jealous of people who took vacations with their friends, and this past year I found my people. These two girls are basically the sisters I never had and I am SO THANKSFUL they are in my life now.

What was your favorite memory of January? Tell me in the comments below!

Zeke - Skyline Chili Cake Smash

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 01:13:13 GMT

Mr Zeke's mom has been doing monthly photos for his whole first year using coneys to document his growth. So of course we needed to do a skyline themed "cake" smash session.

We started out trying to get a few more traditional portraits of Zeke. He was not impressed with any of my antics, but did give a great performance of the most adorable fake cry ever. His mom says he does it at home all the time!

Zeke decided eating was much more desirable than smiling. So on to the smash portion of our session. Except for this session we did actual Skyline instead of a cake! Zeke was definitely a 3 way kind of guy. He made a glorious mess and was very serious about all his eating.

Happy First Birthday, Zeke!

Alana - Flower Cake Smash

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 03:15:23 GMT

First birthdays are such a big celebration for everyone. As parents, you made it through the entire first year! Through teething. Learning to roll over/sit/crawl/stand. First foods. First holidays. First everything!

Miss Alana first came to visit me when she was only 3 months old. But now she is a whole year old! And she is such a fun little thing. She was a little skeptical of me and my giant umbrella light at first, but she warmed up pretty quickly.

She even gave me a couple smiles. And when she smiles, the whole room lights up! One thing mom had requested specifically was pearls. And Alana LOVED playing with them. She was shaking up and moving them around and making noise with them. I think she may have even enjoyed the pearls more than her cake!

Finally it was time for cake! She was a pro cake smasher - full on face in the cake and everything! I'm not sure she actually ate any of the cake, but she *really* liked the icing and had quite the messy face by the time she was done.

Happy First Birthday, Miss Alana!!

You can book your personalized cake smash session with me by contacting me HERE.

2019 - Year In Review!

Tue, 31 Dec 2019 13:30:00 GMT

2019 has been an amazing year for Drawing in Light Photography. My clients are seriously the best. This year I did a grand total of 91 sessions! Of those 30 have been newborn sessions - the most newborns I've done in a year since I've been in business!

Next year I hope to meet even more of the tiniest clients, and I look forward to seeing all my 2019 clients again! And now I present you with one photo from every session in 2019. You can secure your spot on my 2020 calendar by contacting me HERE.

My Family - Downtown Cincinnati

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 14:26:29 GMT

There are very few places I love more than downtown Cincinnati. I love everything about it. I love the buildings and the smells and the sounds and the skyline. So since this Christmas week has been so unseasonably warm, I thought it would be a good time to spend a day downtown with my kids and my mom and bring along my camera. Downtown is also one of my favorite places to take pictures! We started on the streetcar - always a hit with my kids!

We got off at one of our favorite stops - Washington Park! The fountains are so much fun in the summer, but the playground is perfect year round. The kids love the untraditional play features and I love that it is fully fenced in!

Eventually the kids got hungry and we stopped by the new Kroger on the Rhine's Eatery for lunch. I didn't take any pictures because I was too busy stuffing tacos from Djangos into my mouth. They were delicious.

From there we hopped back on the streetcar and headed down to Smale Park and the Banks.

And since from now till the end of the year kids ride the SkyStar for free, we decided to hop on there as well. My 8 year old decided it was NOT her jam, so we hung out on the ground to take pictures instead.

And by then the kids were tired and melting down and it was time to go. So back on the streetcar we went back to our van. Such a perfect day downtown!

Felix - New Years Eve Cake Smash

Sun, 22 Dec 2019 11:58:00 GMT

When you are born on New Years Eve, it only makes sense to do a New Years Eve themed cake smash!

Felix's mom is one of my very best friends and I first met Mr Felix when he was just a few hours old. I mean, just LOOK at those squish cheeks. Watching this kid over the last year has *almost* made me want one of my own. He is the sweetest, easiest, happiest baby ever. And I have been looking forward to his one year session for MONTHS. i knew he would be an expert cake smasher - and I was 100% correct and he gave me some of the BEST expressions, even if the smiles were a bit rarer than usual. Even the happiest babies have days where they just don't feel like smiling.

He definitely liked his cake. He was trying to get at it from the minute he walked in the studio! The total time it took him to fill his belly with cake (okay, so maybe it was full of mostly icing) was only about ten minutes!

And what goes better with cake than milk? And nursing photos are so special, I'm always honored to grab a few shots when asked! And what's better than frosting covered toes?

Happy New Year! May 2020 be as sweet as Felix's cake!

I would love to create a special cake smash for your little one! You can book one of your own by contacting me HERE!

Baby Blake - Newborn Session

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 20:47:57 GMT

This little cutie decided he wanted to enter this world a few weeks early, and we ended up scheduling his session on what should have been his due date! He was the sweetest little guy, and he was welcomed into a family who obviously already love him a ton - especially his big sister!

And since it is almost Christmas, we *had* to throw in a few Christmas set-ups. I love creating these digital art pieces for clients!

And who can resist those sleepy baby pictures? Mr Blake was a rockstar! I'd love to chat about being YOUR baby's first photographer! You can contact me HERE for more information!

Theo - Forest Cake Smash Session

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 21:04:08 GMT

I first met Mr Theo when he was just a few days old. He was so tiny and squishy. I mean, just look at him.

Flash forward a year, and Mr Theo is even more adorable. And this time filled with so much personality and spunk and totally rocked his cake smash session! His mom contacted me and told me they had a special fox stuffie that had a recording of his heartbeat and wanted to theme his first birthday session with that. So I put together a forest themed set-up, and she brought the most adorable suspenders and hat!

And then mom brought out the most adorable tree stump cake I've ever seen! I have the most talented clients! I think Theo agreed that is mom is quite the baker, and he had the best time smashing his cake!

And of course, when you are two years old and your brother is getting all the attention you try and hop in on the action too!

Cake smash sessions are such a fun way to celebrate baby's first birthday. I would love to chat with you about creating something special that is tailored specifically to your little one! You can contact me HERE for more information.

Scarlett - Flamingo Cookie Smash

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 19:07:50 GMT

December has been a busy month of cake smashes! Apparently a lot of really fun babies were born this time last year!

The first animal Miss Scarlett expressed an interest in was flamingos! I mean really, what girly girl can resist pink birds anyway!?? So her mom requested a super girly and sparkly flamingo session. And she had an amazing local baker, It Takes the Cake by Libby, make some simply ADORABLE cookies to chow down on. And what a fun session it was!

Happy First Birthday, Scarlett!

You can book your own customized cake smash session by contacting me HERE!

Where the Wild Things Are Cake Smash Session

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 02:14:07 GMT

I first met Mr. Everett when he was just barely a week old. He was so sweet and tiny. And I feel like I blinked and we were already talking about first birthdays and cake smash sessions. When his mom approached me with the idea of doing a "Monsters and Muffins" smash using Where The Wild Things Are I knew it was going to be adorable.

Where The Wild Things Are is one of my own kids' favorite books. And it was such a pleasure to design this setup and shoot such an adorable session.

Happy First Birthday, Everett!

Storytelling Session, Summit Park

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 15:21:55 GMT

This past week I had just finished up photographing a sweet little 7 day old baby. A friend messaged me and asked if my son and I would like to join them at the park. Of *course* we do! My son and my friend's son are best friends. They love playing together, and with birthdays only a few days apart they are like two little peas in a pod. I think they even look alike.

Since I happened to have my camera on me anyway, I decided to do a little storytelling session while we were at the park. No posing, no "sit and smile", just photographing my boy and his BFF playing together. And I am in LOVE with what I captured.

Childhood friends are such a huge part of life. I still remember my best friends when I was in kindergarten. Jessica Tepper and Emily Moody both lived on my block and we were inseparable. We rode bikes together and played Barbies together and made cheese toast in the microwave together. But I only have a couple random snapshots of us. We've lost touch over the 30 years since then, but I've never forgotten them! And I would have loved to have more photographs of us together just being kids.

Storytelling sessions don't have to be a family event. They can be friends playing at the park. A playdate in your house. Moms have coffee together. Moms having coffee together during a playdate at your house. The sky is the limit. Storytelling sessions aren't perfect smiles and always happy kids. But I promise they will be images you treasure forever.

For more information on how to book your own Storytelling session, use the contact me page here: https://www.drawinginlightphotography.com/contact.html

White Chair Mini Sessions

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 03:32:08 GMT

Do you ever look at your growing child and think "I just really need ONE good updated portrait"? Or "I wish I just had a couple images of them wearing that special outfit?" Or "Mother's Day is coming up and I really want to get my mom a picture of my beautiful baby to hang on her wall"?

Mini sessions are a great way to do those things. Mini sessions are a shorter session that come with a much smaller price tag. You don't get as many images, but sometimes you simply don't NEED very many images. It's a great way to fill in the gaps between full family or milestone sessions.

Often mini sessions come with fun themed set-ups. In the summer I always hold mini sessions in a local creek. I do fall minis with the beautiful fall foliage. And I always do a fun holiday themed mini session event that is perfect to get a few images for Christmas cards. This spring I decided to do something a little different!

Introducing my White Chair Minis!

These mini sessions have a neutral, unthemed set-up which means you will want to hang these images on your walls for years to come. And this is a great opportunity to get professional portraits of your little one in their Easter best or to put together a special portrait gift in time for Mother's Day.

White Chair Minis will be held March 24th and March 27th, 2019. They are $75 and include a 10 minute session in my Mason, Ohio studio and three digital images with a print release. I know what you're probably thinking - 10 minutes isn't nearly enough time! You'd be surprised with how many images I can take in a 10 minute session.

You will get to choose between three different backgrounds. Due to the nature of these sessions, these work best with babies 6 months and older. Babies should be sitting independently. I do require a $25 deposit to hold your spot on my calendar and the balance will be due the day of your session.

Interested in booking a session for your little one? Start by filling out this form: https://goo.gl/forms/CxNfRr7ZKt9Ftn942
I will then contact you to confirm your day and time and send you an invoice for your deposit!

2019, Week Five Project 52

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 04:06:24 GMT

It is finally February.

Why does January always feel so long? It never makes sense to me. It's cold and grey and icky here in Ohio in January. We did get some beautiful snow, but mostly it's just blah. Right now we are in the fake spring portion of winter. It's been in the 50s and 60s. I saw the sun.

But today was rainy. And I've just been feeling pretty gloomy. So I felt the need to get out of the house. Wesley and I headed to the Countryside YMCA to play in the family gym - one of our favorite places! Soft floors, soft walls, and tons of big soft bricks. It's basically heaven for a four year old boy.

Afterwards we decided to drop by the Warren County Animal Shelter. Every once in a while we stop in there just to visit with the cats. I would take them all home with me if I could. There was one cat there, Annika, who I absolutely fell in love with. She was the most beautiful cat and had the tiniest stub of a tail. Her info sheet said she has been there since October. If we didn't already have two cats at home I would have totally brought her home with me.

But really, if you're looking for a new furry friend, I highly recommend the Warren County Animal Shelter. We got our cat there back in September. They really lover their animals there.

2019, Week Four

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 02:22:04 GMT

I think I may possibly be behind a week. Honestly, this month feels like it has been 9,247 days long. But FINALLY we are making it out of January.

We are in the middle of the big Polar Vortex right now here in Cincinnati. It's cold. Really cold. But our library classes didn't get cancelled so we bundled up and headed out of the house to the library.

The big kids picked out books and then headed to their STEM class about the human heart, while Wesley and I played in the library.

Kids are off of school another day tomorrow.

I'm ready for spring.

Haven Family, Storytelling Session

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 16:16:08 GMT

You may be asking yourself, "What is a Storytelling Session"?

Storytelling sessions are just that - they tell your story. They are sessions that are not posed. Not scripted. Just life as it happens. It takes a documentary approach to photography, and the images give a more realistic look into life than your traditional sit-and-smile type session.

This is the Haven Family's story. It's a glimpse into one hour of their lives on an ordinary January morning. We decided to meet at a time where they were working on their homeschool work for this session. They started with a family circle time and showing off their "goggles" and "Queen Dresses".

Then it was off to the homeschool area/dining room. The girls worked on math and literacy and all the kids had a special smashing sensory experience using toy hammers to crunch up all sorts of stale pantry goodies.

Then it was time for science! The kids made birdfeeders to feed all the winter birds. They theorized which type birds they would see on their pinecones and decided on a great place to hang them outside. Even the cat, Henry, got in on the learning action.

All in all, they had a very productive hour! By the time I was packing up to go the kids were getting hungry and they were all hoping the birds in their yard would be getting hungry soon as well!

Interested in booking your very own Storytelling Session? You can inquire about pricing and availability using this Contact Form,

2019. Week Three

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 03:56:37 GMT

Last summer my daughter did a horse back riding summer camp. She had been wanting to learn how to ride a horse for a while and my very amazing grandmother paid for her to go to a week long camp. It was instant love. She had been asking to do ongoing lessons ever since. So right before the end of the year I finally got my act together and signed her up. She loves it SO much. And the horses have been so good for her. My daughter has ADD and struggles with anxiety at times, but for that one hour a week she is confident and happy and looks totally in her element. So this week's horse lesson is my weekly photo project. The barn is dim (and cold) so the photos are a bit grainy, but I never want to forget how happy her horse makes her.

This is Daisy. Elise's favorite horse in the barn.

Bowie was begging for some treats and attention. I think he was jealous. Poor little brother gets dragged along too of course. Really, Wes doesn't mind spending an hour at the barn each week. We say hi to all the horses, pet all the barn cats, and then he gets uninterrupted tablet time.
Uno is our favorite barn cat. He's a sweetie!

2019, Week Two

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 01:37:10 GMT

SNOW!

We finally got some snow here in Cincinnati. On Saturday the kids were thrilled that we ended up with enough snow to play in. It was the perfect snowman making snow too. Nice and wet and made great snowballs!

I also got out my new macro extension tubes, but alas they were a lot harder to use than I expected. I need to spend some more time learning how to use them!

After I took these pictures, we ended up getting an additional 5-6 inches of snow and by Sunday at lunchtime we had a grand total of NINE inches of snow. That's more than we have had in a really really long time.

Newborn Theodore, 9 Days New

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 02:34:31 GMT

Baby Theodore is one special little guy. He has not one, not two, but THREE big sisters who were the proudest big sisters I've ever met!

Welcome to Earth, little guy!

2019, Week One

Sat, 05 Jan 2019 03:35:07 GMT

A few years ago I attempted to do a 365 project. One photo a day for an entire year. I think I got to about day 102 before my motivation fizzled and I lost steam and the project ended there. One thing I really want to do more this year is take pictures of my own kids. Our lives. Nothing fancy, nothing formal, just life. So my goal is once a week to break out the camera and take pictures of one event. One outing. One something.

So for this first week of 2019, I brought Betty (my camera) up to the Boonshoft Museum in Dayton, OH. Today was my kids' last day of winter break and we wanted to go somewhere fun.

While we were there, the kids played animal doctor.

We visited some really cute otters and watched them swim through tunnels and slide down slides.

Played on the giant two story slide.

Did some experiments with magnets in their Do Lab.

And did some bird watching in the MeadWestvaco Treehouse (our favorite part).

There were several other exhibits and activities that I didn't grab pictures of, but overall a fun adventure for sure!

LeShea, Maternity Session

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 01:55:11 GMT

This family is always so much fun to work with, and I was super excited to document the last few days of mom's pregnancy! We decided on Cox Arboretum in Dayton, Ohio for our session. I've been there with my family to hike several times but had never done a session there. It is such a beautiful space!

Elise Fresh 48 Session and Newborn Session

Sun, 22 Apr 2018 13:12:10 GMT

I first met this little lady when she was only 2 days old for her Fresh 48 session. And I was thrilled to visit with her again for her newborn portraits when she was about 20 days old! She was just such a sweet baby. Before she was born, her mom and I discussed the possibility of creating some digital magic for her newborn session. I am a *HUGE* Harry Potter fan myself, so when mom mentioned a Harry Potter themed image was something she would be interested in, I knew we would be a good client/photographer match. I love creating fun magical images for my clients!

Baby Jamison, Fresh 48 Session

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 01:28:46 GMT

Mr Jamison came into this world a whopping 11 pounds 6oz! He was the biggest newborn I've had the opportunity to photograph and he was one of the sweetest, most chill little guys too. It was an honor to meet him and his whole family just a day after he arrived.

Fresh 48 sessions are so much fun. I love how low-stress they are, I come directly to your hospital after baby is born and document those tiny little details and first moments with your new little baby.

Lucas, One Year Portraits and Paper Airplane Cake Smash

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 01:58:32 GMT

When planning this session, this little guy's mom told me they were doing an aviation theme for his first birthday party, but gave me some creative freedom to come up with something special for their session. After doing some brainstorming I settled on a paper airplane theme. I made some clouds and googled a thousand different ways to fold a paper airplane until I found exactly what matched my vision. I am so excited with the way it turned out, and Lucas seemed to enjoy it too!

We also decided on some more traditional portraits to celebrate turning one!

Happy First Birthday, Lucas!

Available Maternity Gowns

Mon, 12 Mar 2018 03:29:20 GMT

One service I do provide for my expecting clients is access to my Maternity Gown Closet. I have a growing collection of gowns that are available free of charge for use by my clients. Do you see something you'd like to use? Just let me know and I'll make sure it is ready for our session together!

Gown Style: Grace
Designer: Chicaboo
Fits Dress Sizes: 4-18
Available Colors: Peacock and White

Gown Style: Harper
Designer: Chicaboo
Fits Dress Sizes: 4-16
Available Colors: Plum, White (Child's size 5-7), Navy (Child's size 5-7)

Gown Style: Sienna
Designer: Chicaboo
Fits Dress Sizes: 2-10
Available Colors: Navy, Garnet

Gown Style: Bella
Designer: Chicaboo
Fits Dress Sizes: 6-14
Available Colors: Black

Gown Style: Eyelash Sheer
Designer: Chicaboo
Fits Dress Sizes: 6-10
Colors Available: Cream
*Can be use alone or layered with another gown*

Don't see what you're looking for? I am always on the lookout for new gowns to add to my collection. Let me know what you're hoping for and I'll see what I can do about getting one to use for your session!

Henry, 11 Days New

Wed, 21 Feb 2018 14:08:32 GMT

Henry was one of the biggest babies I've had in my studio. He was over 10 pounds at birth! His chunkiness was just so adorable - almost as cute as how much his big sister loved on him during our session.

And I just love this navy background his mom picked out! His creamy skin was just a beautiful contrast to the dark fabric!

One of my favorite things to do during the editing process is using digital backdrops to add a little something special to my client's galleries. Often my clients request a certain theme or colors, but since this little guy's mom allowed me to choose, I decided to go with a new backdrop I just got and I love the results! It's a little more artistic than your traditional portrait and it really gives it something special I think!

Elijah Skyline Smash Session

Mon, 19 Feb 2018 02:48:49 GMT

Early in 2018 I posted a list of themes that I've really been wanting to do for cake smash sessions. I called it my Cake Smash Bucket List. One of the things on the list was a Skyline Chili smash. And I was so excited that it was my first smash session for 2018!

It was SO much fun! I made a backdrop inspired by the Skyline logo and colors, and we had a three way and a coney for Mr Elijah to smash. And smash he did! A big thank you to the Skyline in Mason, OH for letting us also borrow a menu and a couple plates to make it extra authentic!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ELIJAH!

Clark, Fresh 48 Session

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 03:39:48 GMT

Fresh 48 sessions are so special. Those first few hours and days after having another human being exit your body and enter the world and thrilling and magical and incredibly exhausting. Being able to come visit my clients and meet their brand new tiny humans is an incredible honor. I love being able to document those first few moments as new parents.

Introducing Miss Brynley, two days new.

St Clair Family, Fresh 48 Session

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 02:01:55 GMT

Fresh 48 sessions are so special. They capture the very first days and hours of a little life. The toes that are still all wrinkly. The swirly hair on the top of baby's head. A big brother's introduction to his new little sister.

This little lady was about 5 hours old when I got the chance to first photograph her! Welcome earthside, little lady!

Spring Grove Cemetery Family Session, September 2017

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 21:54:16 GMT

The morning we had scheduled the session the weather was looking iffy. Clouds were rolling in, rain was passing through. After a lot of second guessing myself, we decided to just go ahead with the session and see what happened. And what happened was amazing! It was still drizzling a little at the start of our session, so when the toddler grabbed ahold of the family's umbrella we just decided to roll with it. I love impromptu photo props!

But within only 5-10 minutes, the rain subsided and we were left with gorgeous soft light from the clouds that were breaking apart and beautiful temperatures for our session! This little guy was so much fun and Spring Grove is one of my favorite places to shoot! There are just so many remarkably beautiful locations within the grounds. And the staff is always so helpful and kind. I don't think I could ever get board doing pictures there!

We even stopped by the little garden in the visitors center to visit the fountain and flowers! Seriously, if you ever have the chance to go visit Spring Grove and admire the location DO IT. You won't be disappointed!

Iris And Her One Year Ice Cream Smash

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 12:05:22 GMT

It's been a month full of cake smash alternatives! I love it! When this little lady's mom asked me to help her come up with a fun idea, we decided to go with a giant ice cream sundae smash! I've been itching to use these old pop crates and I found the *perfect* ice cream sundae bowl to use at a local thrift store. Miss Iris wasn't too sure about the ice cream itself, but she loved the sprinkles and whipped cream! And we finished off her session with a few nursing shots to celebrate her mom making it a whole year breastfeeding! (CONGRATULATIONS!)

Aubree, Seven Days New

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 12:36:12 GMT

I first met this family about two years ago and I was *thrilled* that they chose me to document their growing family and their new baby girl. Baby Aubree was so incredibly sweet and snuggly and big sister was a rock star as well! Best of luck to this amazing growing family!

Graffiti Mini Sessions

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 01:58:12 GMT

One of my favorite spots to shoot in Cincinnati is this little man-made creek bed off the beaten path in Oakley. The entrance is fairly hidden, and it's not very well known spot but the entire creek bed is decorated with graffiti art. It's different every single time I go down there, and it's just so colorful and fun! I did an afternoon of mini sessions a few weeks ago and we had a great time and ended up with some amazing shots!

Donut Smash

Sat, 02 Sep 2017 22:17:01 GMT

Miss Marley is a very special little lady and when her mom approached me about doing a very special cake smash session for her first birthday, I simply couldn't say no. Instead of a traditional cake smash, we decided to do a donut smash! Her mom went all around town searching for the perfect donuts for our smash session and found them at The Donut Spot in Fairfield, Ohio. And I can vouch that they are amazing!! Then we set up in my studio and let Miss Marley enjoy her birthday treat! It was such a fun session!

O'Connor Family Session - Sharon Woods

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 01:23:15 GMT

Returning clients are the BEST. I love getting to know them and being able to document their lives as their kids grow up. We had a beautiful summer afternoon for our photo session at Sharon Woods. The littlest O'Connor family member officially is now half a year old and is sitting up all on her own! She sure has grown a lot since the last time I saw her!

By the time I'll see this family again the fall leaves will be at their peak! I can't wait!

30th Birthday Cake Smash

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 02:13:59 GMT

When my friend presented this idea, I *knew* it was going to be a blast. I've seen several of these adult cake smash sessions floating around on social media and they always look like so much fun. My 30s have been the best decade of my life (so far) and I was so excited to help usher in this new era for this wonderful mom of two and just overall amazing woman!

Happy 30th Birthday, Jessica!

Newborn Workshop with Rebecca Connolly Photography

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 12:32:51 GMT

About six years ago when I started my photography journey I met a wonderful group of ladies online. I felt like a lot of us "grew up" together in a lot of ways, having babies and taking pictures. And some of these women were absolutely mentors and photographer crushes of mine. So when the opportunity arose to do an in person workshop with the amazing Rebecca Connolly, a fabulous newborn photographer from Australia I *knew* it was the next step in helping refine my own skills!

We met at a beautiful studio in Troy, OH on a Saturday morning. The studio is home to Krystal Covington Photography. We had several newborn models and learned about lighting, posing, newborn safety, editing, and all things newborn photography related. I cannot stress enough how amazing it was. I felt like a sponge just trying to soak up every drop of knowledge Rebecca was imparting on us. I cannot wait to put a lot of this new information into practice in my own work.

All posing and styling was done by Rebecca Connolly, and final images were shot and edited by me.

If you're a photographer and debating on if the cost of an in-person workshop is worth it, IT IS. It was worth every single penny and more. And I *HIGHLY* recommend catching Rebecca on her next US Workshop Tour! You can find all her information at http://www.northsydneynewbornphotography.com.au/

Project 365, Weeks 9-11

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:06:10 GMT

I know, I know. I did 8 weeks worth of blogging my 365 Project and then nothing. I have been taking pictures daily (well, almost daily) but I've been so busy with school stuff and client work and family stuff that I have been struggling to find the time to edit and post images. So here are three weeks worth of photos for you.

57/354

Our "special fish" (which has since passed away)

58/365

Desert time!

59/365

Flooded creek after a crazy storm

60/365

61/365

Sick girl

62/365

Reading in his bed, ignoring the mess below (which he was supposed to be cleaning)

63/365

No picture today. :(

64/365

Shark Tunnel at Ripley's Aquarium

65/365

Blurry swimming picture with our underwater camera

66/365

No picture

67/365

Being silly helping me get ready for a client

68/365

Play-doh ice cream

69/365

Real life messy house

70/365

71/365

I shaved my head for St Baldricks. Our team raised over $4000 for childhood cancer research!

72/365

73/365

Sliding time!

74/365

School work in the morning light

75/365

76/365

Pinewood Derby night!

77/365

Girl Scout cookie booth, and feeding the goats at The Schoolhouse Restaurant

Whew! If you made it through all those pictures, kudos to you! The goal is to do a better job of getting these blogged weekly from here on out!

Project 365 Week 8

Mon, 27 Feb 2017 01:46:25 GMT

Almost done with February! March is always one of my favorite months. My wedding anniversary and my husband's birthday are in March, as well as St Patrick's Day, Pinewood Derby, and SPRING. But first, it's days 50 through 56. :)

50/365

Busy day, so just a cell phone snapshot of refinishing an old desk we picked up off the curb.

51/365

70 degrees and sunny meant a trip to the park - with everyone else in the city. It was packed!

52/365 Dinner at IKEA

53/365

Took big sister out for a special photo shoot, but of course Wesley wanted in on the action too

54/365

We made homemade fizzy bath bombs. Thanks KiwiCrate!

55/365

Blue and Gold Banquet. Koby officially earned his Bear badge!

56/365

Last basketball game of the season.

Good-bye basketball, Good-bye February. Hello soccer, hello March!

Project 365 Week 7

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 03:53:45 GMT

I'm almost to day 50! FIFTY straight days of taking a picture. FIFTY moments that will live on forever. Only 315 more days to go. ;)

I actually missed a day this week. Last Sunday was just one of those days and I didn't get my camera out at all. But I tried to make up for it with a few extra pictures on other days this week.

43/365 - No Picture

44/365 Signs of spring everywhere!

45/365

46/365 Tail Waggin Tutors at the library night.

47/365 Mr Science in action

48/365 Downtown Cincinnati adventures

49/365 A day out at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park

On to week EIGHT! :)

Project 365, Week 6

Sun, 12 Feb 2017 05:44:06 GMT

This week has been challenging. I just was NOT feeling it several days and ended up with panic shots at the end of the day just to get *SOMETHING* in my camera. But I'm happy with how it ended, so I present to you days 36 through 42 of 365. I'm 10% done!

36/365
Pulled out my macro filters to get some toddler close-ups

37/365

(Panic Shot). Popcorn and movie night!

38/365

Dentist! No cavities for the kids, only me. :(

39/365

Computer time at the library

40/365

A trip to Boonshoft Museum in Dayton for the day

41/365

Late night trip out for Ice Cream after a failed attempt to find somewhere to view the New Year's Comet.

42/365

We took a trip to the fossil park to collect specimens for Elise's science fair project. (No surprise she has decided to show off her rock/fossil collection)

Until next week!

-Lauren

Project 365 Week 5

Sun, 05 Feb 2017 21:58:03 GMT

I feel like I turned around twice and this week was over. Big things happened this week - like Wesley's first haircut! I'm already looking at these pictures and loving that I'm going to have these memories forever. <3

29/365

Baby's first haircut. Bye-bye curls.

30/365

The best toy in this house is $10 worth of fabric, a couple rings, and a ruined doorframe.

31/365

Ready, Set, GO!

32/365

Painting time

33/365

Grandma's house has the best snacks

34/365

Baking banana bread with my mom's old Betty Crocker cookbook.

35/365

My doctor has me on a bunch of vitamin supplements to help fill in some nutritional deficiencies in my bloodwork and hopefully boost my metabolism. It seems like a lot, but I think they're kind of beautiful when they are all organized into their little compartments for the week.

On to week six!

Project 365 Week Four

Mon, 30 Jan 2017 01:17:00 GMT

Week four, complete! Made it through almost an entire month of my 365 project!

22/365 We enjoyed the 60 degree weather with a trip to the zoo. Little did we know momma hippo was going to have a baby less than 48 hours later!

23/365 Just a bathroom selfie. Uncombed hair and all.

24/365 Penny horse rides at Meijer are the best!

25/365 Another warm January day = park visit!

26/365 Indoor swing time - we may be totally ruining our door frame with this thing, but it's soooo worth it.

27/365 Someone was not impressed with our homeschool geography fair. And his being "forced" to do a project to present.

28/365 Game day!

Project 365, Week Three

Mon, 23 Jan 2017 01:35:24 GMT

Woah.

This week was intense. Busy, emotional, and intense. I didn't feel like picking up my camera every day this week and one day I skipped totally just due to utter frustration and exhaustion. But onward and upward to week four.

15/365

The view at a session location. The weather cooperated to be able to do outdoor pictures, and I was intrigued by the super green windy path through the field of brown.

16/365

MLK civil rights march in Downtown Cincinnati. What an absolutely amazing experience.

17/365

A ride on Carol Ann's Carousel

18/365

The weather has been warm enough to play outside. (And yes, I realize there are still fall leaves in my yard. No we never got around to raking them.)

19/365

My little daredevil

20/365

I didn't take a picture. There were plenty of "important" things that happened. Like the inauguration of the 45th President. But nothing I wanted to actually remember.

21/365

My cat Esther. She is the grumpiest cat on the planet and as soon as the kids are in bed she sits in my doorway and meows for me to come to bed with her.

Project 365, Week 2

Sun, 15 Jan 2017 02:46:54 GMT

Week Two Complete!

This week the theme in the 365 Project Facebook group was "Fur, Feathers, and Scales" which was something I thought I could totally incorporate into my week!

8/365 Visit to the Cin City Reptile Show

9/365 Scooping up his animals

10/365 A Trip to the Zoo

11/365 Reeree

12/365 Charlie is tired of the grey gloomy weather this week too

13/365 Koby reading with Froggy

14/365 My Future rock star

Project 365, Week One

Sun, 08 Jan 2017 01:59:37 GMT

For 2017 I committed to doing a 365 project - one picture a day for an entire year. Some of the pictures will be of my own family. Some will be of my surroundings. I may do a themed challenge here and there. Some days I might take an extra picture. But the goal is to push myself to see and photograph the little moments all around me.

1/365 Building with K'nex

2/365 Toddler curls

2/365 Magformers

3/365 A trip to "The Popcorn House" (aka Target)

4/365 Grape thief

5/365 First snowfall of the new year

6/365 Indoor play area. It was only 12 degrees outside and the kids needed somewhere to run and play!

7/365 First basketball game of the season. Our team lost, but they put up a big fight!

Coming Soon!

Tue, 21 Jan 2014 17:00:35 GMT

Please bare with me as I update my website! Blog posts coming soon!