Helen ....

Most newborns pass the time with serious sleep during their shoots, not this sweet girl. Helen was awake and very interested in what was going on around her. Her head would naturally turn to the click of my shutter and she'd furrow her brow in an attempt to focus more. This sweet babe's easy going disposition was so peace inducing and her wonderful parents made for an easy morning. Eileen and Ben, thank you for allowing me to photograph you guys and your beautiful daughter, it was such a pleasure. ~ B

Grace, Class of 2019

September usually brings some cooler weather for shooting, that wasn't the case for this Tuesday evening shoot downtown. Temps hung in the 90s with the lovely Cincinnati humidity for our entire time but this beautiful senior and her mom, didn't have one complaint. We enjoyed wandering downtown Cincy and Eden Park and had a ton of pictures as a result. This gorgeous senior was a natural in front of the camera and her laid back, energentic personality shone through. Grace and Donna, it was truly a pleasure walking this out with you. Thank you for giving me the opportunity, I look forward to seeing what the year brings for you all. ~ B

Tori, Class of 2019 ...

I met this gorgeous senior and her beautiful Mom on a perfect morning in Washington Park. I always love early morning shoots because it always seems so much quieter and you can take in the city just a little bit longer before life erupts for all into it. We enjoyed a stroll around OTR and the Park and then made our way to The American Sign Museum for a second location to shoot. It was truly enjoyable shooting in a differnt way and the neon lights offer such a unique perspective for images ... every angle a different light or different color. Not to mention, the company I kept, all together, made it a lot of fun. Tori and Gina, it was a pleasure meeting you both. I had such a great time with you guys, thank you for allowing me the privilege. I am sure this will be a great year, I'm looking forward to see where you choose to go! ~ B

Brilliant ....

I have decided to take full advantage of the sunflower fields this year and so I am ecstatic anytime someone will meet there for a quick shoot. This wonderful family did just that and I can't say enough great things about them. Their handsome little guy was wonderfully inquisitive and incredibly bright. He couldn't have fit more perfectly amidst the flowers. Thank you guys for the time, it was a pleasure meeting you all! ~ B

Sweet Sweet Ivy ...

I always look forward to the sunflower fields this time of year. While I wish they were around longer, I think it genuinely makes one appreciate them more, knowing time is limited. And when you've got the chance to shoot in them, it's a no brainer. This sweet girl was such a pleasure to shoot. Her big brown eyes perfectly matching the sunflowers on a perfect evening where just one step in a different direction would change the light entirely. Melissa & Jeremey, I am so thankful for the time with your beautiful family. Thank you for allowing it with your beauty! ~ B

Golden Hour Minis ....

This little beauty is always so much fun to shoot. She has a nature that keeps one young and her parents are such a breath of fresh air. Our time in French Park was so enjoyable and it's always so wonderful hearing what the ideas swarming around in this sweet girl's head. Sweet Lyla, thank you for running amok with me, it is always a true pleasure!

Charles ...

When a friend asks if you'd be available to take some casual photos of her handsome husband and his violin you jump at the chance because you get to spend more time with them AND have the sweet sound of strings in your ear. It was truly a pleasure my friends! ~ B

The Lang Family ...

This beautiful family of seven and I wandered around Ault together on a blistering hot but beautiful night. These kiddos didn't let the heat get to them, all five in happy moods and excited about having their pictures taken, poised and ready at the sound of a click. It was so evident to see how much they enjoy the company of one another and the level of patience these wonderful parents exhibited was astounding, clearly the strength behind the whole operation. :) It was a pleasure listening to the shared stories between the kiddos and walking with them. Lang family, I genuinely enjoyed meeting you seven, thank you for taking the time on such a hot night! I wish you great adventures and much love in the coming years! ~ B

Three Becomes Four ....

Life with a two-year-old and a newborn has got to be an exhausting season but these two parents make it look like a breeze. Hard to believe just two years ago I was taking photos of Alaina as a newborn. These girls are beauties and the level of energy Alaina exhibited made me wish I could bottle it ... the girl doesn't stop moving, something that will serve her well in life. Sweet little Aria is going to love watching her big sis!

I always enjoy the time with this beautiful brood. Thank you, Josh and Angela ... your family is a beautiful one! ~ B

Welcome to the World Sweet Girl ...

This delivery was greatly anticipated. Mom and Dad worked hard to curate a plan that would fit well with their desires and we all prepared to welcome this sweet baby into the world. Angela (Mom) had connected with me months ago about photographing the labor and delivery and I was so thrilled to do that for this wonderful couple. We had decided that Angela would keep me posted but that I would ultimatetly hit the road about the time labor was moving into contractions at 5 minutes apart. Well, as life has it, things didn't go exactly the way we had imagined and this sweet girl, daughter number two, was delivered into the loving hands of her grandmother, as midwives and myself were still en route. To say that I was shocked when I arrived to see baby on Mom's chest would be an understatement but the smiles just couldn't stop. It was such a pleasure listening to Grandmothers and Mom and Dad recount the moments that led up to her brisk birth and I cannot say enough how amazed I am at their collectedness in the process. Angela is someone I know to be determined and creative, so it doesn't surprise me in the least that she was able to use these two great characteristics to the umpteenth in delivering her beautiful daughter, while her incredibly supportive husband and her own wonderful mother and mother-in-law went into action to bring this baby safely into this world.

Angela & Josh, thank you so much for allowing me into this vulnerable and beautiful season with you guys. While I wish I could have gotten those images of the process for you, it was a privilege to document the "after" arrival of this sweet bundle. It has been a pleasure knowing you and the love that passes between your entire family is a beautiful thing to witness. ~ B