A Beautiful Evening at the Beach | Isle of Palms Lifestyle Maternity Photography

It's hard to believe that just two weeks ago, it was warm enough for a sundress and a barefoot walk on the beach!

This gorgeous couple is expecting a sweet little boy in December. I am so excited to be there the very day he is born for his Welcome to the World session to capture his "brand newness" with his parents. A few days later, I'll document his nursery, his family and him - all by his sweet newborn self - for his Lifestyle Newborn session.

Until then, his parents wait with great anticipation and lots of love!

Gorgeous Sunset Maternity Session | Charleston | Mount Pleasant | Lifestyle Maternity Photography

Take this beautiful expectant couple (who would look great in any situation), cue the impossibly gorgeous sunset, throw in a little bit of wind and the results are magic. 

We had originally planned the session for a day prior, where the skies were gray and looming with the threat of rain. Luckily, we were able to reschedule for the next day and the conditions were perfect. 

Some of the shots were made possible by the assistance of dad holding a sunlight reflector against the strong wind (not just the light that bounced back, but the smiles that bounced back). 

There is something so ethereal about maternity sessions at the beach: the marking of time of the waves on the shore, the ever changing light, the anticipation of the arrival of this little one from her own tiny ocean.  

 

Sharp Dressed Fam - Lifestyle Family Beach Session

Love the colors, the warmth and the joy that this family brought to their beach session! Their little boy was so happy and energetic (although, he was a bit distracted by the concurrent Santa mini-sessions going on nearby - but who could blame him?)

I love the moment where he looks like he's going to throw a rock at the Morris Island Lighthouse (bottom left). Go for it, buddy! You never know until you try!

This beautiful mama is expecting a sweet little bundle in March that I can't wait to meet and photograph.

Happy Holidays and Best Wishes {D} family!

Summer's End

I adore this family. (Not just because they are simply adorable). I have known them for quite a while and it has been an honor to watch their bright blue-eyed little boy grow!

One of my favorite things about photographing a family (whether I've known them forever, or just a short time) is seeing their personalities come alive and capturing their interactions - both with the environment around them and each other. 

The best moments are real moments. This is my passion. I am honored and humbled to be a part of this everyday.

We are family (sing it!)

I adore families that are as laid back and fun-loving as these people! The group of them reunited at Seabrook Island to celebrate their mother, Bonnie Compton's, 29th birthday (or an anniversary thereof...).  I won't give away your exact age, Bonnie! You look amazing and your children are as beautiful as you are, inside and out!

You can listen to Bonnie on her WebTalk Radio program "Whole-Hearted Parenting" HERE and her interview with me about my career change HERE.