Model Status

Seriously, I have no idea how I got to be SO lucky. I look forward to my senior shoots every year, and it seems they just can't get ANY better. And then out steps miss Hannah in her red heels, black dress, adorable hat, red lipgloss and amazing blue eyes. Seriously?! I could probably submit these to a magazine & they would snag them right up. (Not that Hannah wants to do any sort of modeling.. even though she could totally get away with it!!)
We snapped a few photos of Hannah for the yearbook back in October of last year (in a fabulous blue & mint top!), and since then Hannah has gotten her braces off and wanted a few more done, so we ventured out on a brisk but beautiful (50 degree) day and snapped the rest! And the results couldn't be any more stunning. I had many moments where I looked down at my camera screen and was in awe - and could not wait to work up her images!! Hannah, Jen (her mom) and I had a BLAST shooting these! And yep, the girl can play soccer, to boot! She is an all around beauty and sweetheart and am beyond excited to share a sneak peek of her gorgeous images with all of you! Enjoy!
-Mandy

City Streets

Up on the blog today is Dylan! We had an awesome senior 'mini' shoot last week on the streets of Manchester. Dylan's mom Christine is owner of the local clothing shop Fabulous Fridays in town! (which has AMAZING clothing, shoes & accessories) in case anyone needs to do some shopping! :) She had asked me to snap a few of Dylan for his upcoming graduation from East Buchanan H.S. this year! I do really like this him in the urban/city look, and he rocked a few with his shades on as well. And yes, we DID get a few smiles out of him too!

Enjoy-

Mandy

Blessed

Words simply can never describe some of the things that happen to me as a photographer. At times, it is fun, at times it is exciting, and even sometime stressful & frustrating. Not every session or creative idea always goes as planned. But when everything comes together just as God intended, that's when the magic really happens. I shared a moment with little Genevieve and her mom, that I will never ever forget. Genevieve had finally fallen asleep, she was all snuggled up into the pretty pink set-up, I looked down and at her to start photographing her and was simply in awe. There was something about seeing that sweet baby girl perfectly curled up in a warm happy place that took me back to the joy of seeing my own & realizing he was all ours. No one else's. I then looked over at Jill and I could see the tears of joy welling up in her eyes. We shared some tears. There is NOTHING in this whole wide world, better than the time you become a mother and a family. For those that wish to experience it, I wish no one anything else. I am so thrilled to capture these moments for the Carpenters, and could't be more excited for them to begin the journey into parenthood! Enjoy~
Mandy

At home with Nixon

Oh boy! I loooovvve babies :) And Mr. Nixon was so sweet and snuggly. I will keep my words short & sweet on this one, since the images are waaaay cuter than anything I could ever write :) I have been photographing the Lewin family for years, and it is was joy to meet and photograph their newest addition! I gotta give a shout to big brother Noxx-- he was SO quiet during Nixon's session, and he was ever so sweet with his little brother, I can tell he is just SO proud! Enjoy these ~
Mandy

Ribbons, bows & cute little toes :)

Meet the Hubbard family, with their newest addition-- Miss Chloe! She is such a little sweetheart!!! I work with her mom Katie. They also have a little boy named Owen (almost the same age as our Owen), who is just as sweet. I think he was a tad bit scared of me, but dad managed to tickle a few quick smiles out of him! I enjoyed my time with this beautiful family during their mini-session and I photographed {& snuggled with} miss Chloe separately for her newborn session. She was such a good baby! Although she didn't like being all curled up (like most newborns do) ... this girl was ready to be out of momma's belly and kept wanting to stretch out! It was too funny :) She is one strong little lady already for sure! I am hoping the Hubbard's enjoy their sneak peek! 

-Mandy

Awaiting Baby

I just LOOOVED this little mini-session :) Meet Whitney & Scott {& their little babe too} They are a sweet adorable couple I had the privilege to meet last week for their maternity session! Whitney is due with their little boy in January. Whitney looked absolutely glowing, and I can tell these two are so excited to become parents! There really isn't a day any more rewarding & memorable, than the day you meet your child for the first time. I am glad I got to share in this couple's anticipation for when that day comes! Pregnancy is such an amazing gift. They will be amazing parents! I wish them the best in this exciting journey!! 

Enjoy~ 

Mandy 

Home Sweet Home

Meet Wes, Jamie, Sy, & Fynn. Seriously, one of theee most adorable families on the planet. :) Wes and Jamie were just blessed with their second child, Miss Fynn Marie, and man is she a cutie patootie! She was a little dream baby for me, not even making a peep the whole time I visited. Wes and Jamie also welcomed me into their AMAZING home for their session, and I made a complete mess of it with all my props, blankets, & goodies!! Lol! But we did have fun, and I can tell Mr. Sy will be an awesome big brother! This family is just as sweet as they come, and I enjoyed photographing them! Enjoy the sneak-peek!
Mandy