Dowling Family | Family Portrait Photographer | Helena, Montana

Let me stop for a second to tell you that I am seriously the luckiest photographer in the world. My clients are always so wonderful to work with. That's true of my recent session with the Dowling family, too!

I met with them last month in my backyard and the weather was great for photo-taking. And while it was a beautiful warm,sunny day, it was the Dowling family that made this shoot such a blast! 

When it comes to photographing kids, I've learned that the session may not always be rainbows and unicorns. There are times when kids just aren't happy to have their pictures taken.  This was not one of those times (although Baby Jake was teething so we had a couple of tears). I've learned that when that sort of thing happens, you just have to roll with it. I always capture those moments too. And inevitably, mom and dad always buy at least one copy of that photo. Luckily, I was still able to get many wonderful shots of them without Jake crying. Our session consisted of lots of laughing, teasing, tickling, a little crying and even a photo bomb! 

As you can see from the photos, this family is not only photogenic, but also a very close-knit group who clearly love spending time together. They are lucky to have each other. Enjoy!

 

Erskine Family | Family Portrait Photographer | Helena, Montana

I recently had a quick session with the Erskine family. I've said it before and I'll say it again – I truly have the best clients ever! This family was no exception, either. They are fun and don't mind being silly,

I love to capture moments that aren't necessarily posed and definitely candid. I always try to capture moments between mom & kids or dad & kids or dad & mom when they're not looking. You can really see the love in those moments, like the one below with mom & son.  

 The three kids all had tattoos and were happy to show them off (don't worry, they're not all real!!)

Tom Melissa Gabriella Jorge | Family Portraits | Bozeman, Montana | Adoption

I love photographing families...capturing the love and interactions between parents and children and even siblings.

Awhile back, I photographed a family that I couldn't help but fall in love with.  The love felt in this family can be seen in every photo I took. Meet Tom, Melissa, Gabriella & Jorge.  This family was brought together by adoption. Gabriella and Jorge were adopted about three years ago from Guatemala.

 

Adoption is very near and dear to me because my son is also adopted from Guatemala and I think thats why it was so easy to fall in love with this family. To know the struggles of the adoption process and knowing the feeling you get when you bring your adopted child home for the first time, we instantly clicked.  Gabriella and Jorge are obviously very happy kids. They were a joy to photograph and I hope that we can get those two and my son together soon for a playdate!

Did you know that November is National Adoption Month? Check out http://national-adoption-month.adoption.com if you'd like more information.

Robert & Jenna | Family Portraits | Missoula, Montana

Last week, I got to spend a beautiful afternoon near Missoula, Montana with one of the nicest people I know, Robert and his daughter, Jenna.

It’s been so wonderful to watch Jenna grow from a chubby wide-eyed baby girl, to a energetic gap-toothed little girl. I can’t believe how fast the time has gone.  Every time I am with them, I am amazed at how much love they show each other. She is definitely Daddy's little girl. I’m so happy they asked me to shoot these moments for them.