The M. twins | phx portraiture

prepare yourself.

unbelievably cute identical twins,

sharing cuddles & smiles.

Miracle babies

who wouldn't be here today without great doctors, heaps of prayer and incredible parents.

They've been featured in publications and news articles 

for their journey through in utero laser surgery and amnio reduction due to Twin Twin Transfusion Syndrome.

 Looking at these gorgeous babies, you'd never know the walk they've been through, arriving to where they are now.  Healthy, active, smart little girls.

I truly laughed when I uploaded the above photo.

THIS is definitely another dimension of sisterly love- and I just couldn't delete it!

We captured both girls

in their momma's shoes = priceless. 

 The magic of childhood through my lens.

Two little blessings,

sent from above.

twice the smiles,

twice the love.

-unknown.

Fall/Winter Sessions 2012

I apologize for the lack of communication in the last couple weeks with client's inquiries on future session dates available, information, ect.

I was quick to respond to incoming texts and emails but I'm still behind on returning voicemails.

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I figured it would be most be most time-effective to post here on the blog that I am not taking any more sessions until further notice.  

I have a very exciting and unique project that will be taking up any and all "extra" time that I once carved out for my photography.  

Stay tuned for all the juicy details =)

and

keep watching for the last of my 2012 sessions to be posted.

Next one up, identical twin girls that are absolutely adorable

and will bring a smile to anyone's day!

the M brothers | custom PHX portraiture

The relationship

between brothers.

 it makes me laugh, shake my head

in exasperation, but mostly

makes me thankful.

they fight, they cuddle, they push, they unite, they yell, they love.
sometimes in a matter of minutes.

they are defense attorneys for the other,  

do not mess with the brother.  

if there is beating up to do, they'll be the only ones authorized to bring the heat.  

outsiders need not apply.

 their budding relationship is fun to watch.  they are often reminded that 
no matter what happens in this life,
 they will always have

 their brother-their best friend.

and yes, the reminder often comes in the midst of a screaming wrestling brawl. 
but that's okay.

The M Family | Phx portraiture

Look at these handsome guys...

 living among

 a whole swarm of beautiful girls :)

 five beautiful children.

one awesome family.
(and I'm not just saying that because they're mine)

 

Mr. S sure loves his baby sister

and it's obvious the whole

family is smitten with her as well.

"Being a part of a family means you are a part of 


something very wonderful.  It means you will love and be loved for the rest of your life.  

No matter what".

author unknown.

Baby L | phoenix newborn portraiture

Precious baby boy.

I was editing these photos, thinking how absolutely miraculous a brand new baby is.

Baby L.

is an absolute doll -

and perfection, head to toe.

 This 'lil guy holds the record for strength in my books.

I couldn't believe how he would pick his head up off the floor and look around.  I have never had that happen with a newborn, days old.

I texted his momma yesterday and asked if baby L. was hitting the gym yet to lift weights.

It won't be long (:

'lil L. comes from an Irish family, rich with culture.

So we did incorporate a few Irish trinkets his momma brought along-including this Irish drum.

Sweet 'lil boy.

We opened up the Word to scripture that so clearly explains the miracle that you are and the joy that your life brings.  May you always know the how truly loved & cherished you are.

Before you were born,

we dreamed of you, we imagined you

we prayed for you.

Now that you are here,

we hope for you, we love you,

we Thank God for you.

...girls rock.

a last minute BBQ with friends

led to an impromptu

photo shoot with my girls and their darling friend, miss R.

These darlings planned out their entire session= attire, props, location.

and they know it takes very little to rope their momma into getting her camera out =)

...I so wish I could

post all the pics but I've got some unbelievably slow 

internet these days- so this will have to do.

Happy Memorial Day weekend!

Baby A | Phx newborn portraiture

Precious baby alert:

She is a long anticipated, abundantly loved baby girl.

She holds the record (or her momma does) in my photog biz for 

having a newborn session booked the furthest in advance

...one and a half+ years before she arrived into the world.

Yes, I told you she was "much anticipated"...

This little bundle of delight is perfect in every way.

She was certainly worth the wait.

My studio will be back up and running in the fall,

but for now, we found plenty of backdrops and spacious lighting for our session. 

"Before you were conceived
I wanted you
Before you were born
I loved you
Before you were here an hour
I would give my life for you

This is the miracle of life."

-maureen hawkins-