Braxton’s big sister, was born on my birthday three years ago and this year, I was thrilled to spend my birthday taking Braxton’s newborn photos. As I snuggled him, I was overwhelmed by how much he looks like his big sister. Now normally this isn’t such a big deal, but you see in this situation it’s quite the testament to the plan that was in place for this family. Both Brynlee and Braxton join the Gurrad’s through the blessings of adoption. Each from different families. So you see, the fact that they look like each other is a very big deal. It has been such a joy watching this family grow and I’m thankful that I’ve been granted the honor of photographing these two amazing children and I look forward to watching the grow over the years.
The very first characteristic Kamden’s parents fell in love with are his lips. When they brought him into the studio, I could see exactly why. It’s a feature he and his older sister share common (want to see for yourself, see Kadence’s year in review) and they are complete perfection!
When asked for three words that described their family, they chose silly, loving and laughter. Well, let me tell you what, I agree with them 100%. I have a several more words I would add to their list.
Ambitious Achievers
When I noted Necia was left handed (I am too). Her husband, Mark, piped up that lefties are over achievers. Fair enough. After all Necia is so close to finishing her Master’s degree after many years of dedication to her studies, all while working full time and raising two adorably spunky kiddos. How could I argue with him (not that I would want to). Then I find out that Mark is close to his second Bachelor’s degree. So truth is they are both over achievers, lefty or righty doesn’t really matter with this couple.
Gifted
I know if you spent time with them you’d agree with me. Both Necia and Mark work with children who face challenges, Necia works with ELL students and Mark with Special Ed. From my experience with them, I have no doubt that those kids adore them. This couple has a gift for making those around them feel seen and special. During the image reveal, I was taken by how Mark acknowledged each person in the images (his stunning wife and cute kiddos), not by telling them simply that they looked good, but instead by compliments that would be hard for them to forget. Mark carefully picked out specific traits and complimented those, such as “Maggie, look at how pretty your eyelashes are.” My guess is as she gets older, those words will sneak back up to the surface and she’ll smile as she remembers that her Dad thinks her eyelashes are pretty.
Necia and Mark, the world is a better place with you in it. You are working so hard to achieve all your dreams and bringing up kids that will likely follow in your footsteps as awesome people. What a treat it was to spent time with your family!
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You’ve spent a good deal of time getting the kids ready and have done your very best to get them to your session still intact; no melt downs, no messes on their dress clothes. During their session, they are being well, um… kids. The session wraps and you drive home hoping, just hoping your photographer got a decent image.
I’ve been there, I know exactly how that feels after our own family session. If you are like me, all you ever want from a session are images that show off your child’s unique personality and sibling connections. Images that you’ll want to hang on your walls and gaze upon that remind you of child at that moment in time forever.
Peyton and Kaylie are a bundle of energy. Kaylie might even be related to the energizer bunny. Very few children love being photographed, which is why keeping the session fun is essential. We run, we play, we do jumping jacks, whatever it takes! These games just look like craziness, but truly it is the magic to capturing personality in images, like these of Peyton and Kaylie.
As they grow, I hope they’ll look back on these photos and remember how much they enjoyed each others company. How Peyton is an amazing big brother who adores his little sister. And I hope their momma can look back at the image on the bottom right and remember what it was like being able to carry Kaylie in her arms and make her giggle uncontrollably just by calling out random things and colors.
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