Love Notes

Love notes.

They make you feel warm and fuzzy inside and let you know how much you are loved.

I still get those...on a regular basis. And they make me smile.

My love notes are left for me on my desk and office area. I can't miss them. I'm there all the time.

My little love bug's name is Olivia and she's 9 years old.

Here's two that I found this morning from her.

I love my baby girl. She brightens my life.

That's all I wanted to share.

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The Kleine Family

There are several things that make me nervous. One of them is being asked by a well-respected, well-known, and super-talented photographer to photograph HER family. I was soooo honored to share one part of their lives. Joanna has two of the most adorable twins I've ever met....Ollie & Raya.





Look at that adorable face!
















Raya (and Ollie too) were non-stop go, go , go. I had to be fast to catch them in any kind of shot. Phew!!! This one below is one of my favorites.












LOVE this one.















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St. Louis Engagement Photographer: Amy & Joe

I am blown away by Amy and Joe. Amy is so full of life! Joe is her perfect compliment.

This is my absolute favorite from the session!!!!! The image is so rich and creamy. It's like diving into a bowl of sinfully decadant chocolate ice cream. I LOVE my sunflare. And it doesn't hurt that the subjects are dreamy lovely!!!














We spent some time just roaming around The Hill...cause Joe's family is from there. I love it when we are able to incorporate personal touches to an engagement session.


Aren't they cute?!?!








Another favorite.


Oh wait....this is a favorite too. Ok...this is my 2nd top favorite.


Then we finished off the session with this delicious evening light. LOVE!!!!



Their slideshow is here. Amy & Joe, can't wait for your wedding next year. We are going to have a blast!!!! -

St. Charles Wedding Photography: Carrie & Tyson

Carrie & Tyson were married on a beautiful Fall day.

I can't imagine a more relaxed, charming country wedding as Carrie & Tyson's wedding.

This has got to be one of my favorites.





These were two of the cutest flower girls.

The lovely ladies. Love that they each had their own style of dresses and then letting the color unify them. One of the best ideas in bridesmaids dresses ever!

The handsome gents.


The sky was incredibly blue this day. I asked everyone to stand out smack dab in the middle of the field in bright sunlight just so I could get this vibrant, cheerful image.


Later in the day, we were blessed with soft late afternoon rays....those are the best kind for producing some gorgeous light.




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Earlier that day, there was much primping and prettying-up going on.

So adorable!









The boys of course had an easy time of it. They never take much time on the getting ready part of the day. They mostly chilled....like this.







Thanks go to my 2nd & 3rd shooters, Sharon & Jennifer, for capturing the boys just lounging around. Having the extra pairs of eyes makes for a fully covered event and reduces my stress level infinitely.

They were married at this quaint little church.


Tyson anxiously waits for his bride to come down the aisle......


so that they can stand before their friends and family and be joined in holy matrimony.






Mr. & Mrs!!!!!


The reception was at Cedar Lake Farms. One of my favorite venues!!! Shout out goes to Michelle at Cedar Lake. The staff there are great to work with!









Here is their slideshow.

Congratulations to Carrie & Tyson!!! Thank you for letting me share this day with you. _