Portrait Photography~Kansas City Photographer

It seems like just weeks ago I was at St. Lukes taking pictures of my adorable new nephew Hayes, but actually it was 3 months ago.  It's time for an update of "the boys".  Specifically Shannon's boys.  Here are a few of my favorites from the shoot.

Juddy is the natural in front of the camera.  He's been my #1 model since...well since his first breath, literally.  On this particular shoot he walked into the studio pulled out his pappy and plopped down on the bench with the most perfect smile on his face.  He'll smile all day long for me, it's just keeping his attention that's a challenge.

Then there's C who is equally adorable, but tries to give me all the most cheezy smiles.  I love him soooo much!  Oh and if you can't tell, he's 5!  Carter you are growing up way to fast, I just let out a moan thinking about the day when he won't have a collection of superhero costumes that he changes into any chance he gets.

Finally the little guy!  Hayes is a perfect mix of the two boys.  His rolls are growing, his smile is getting more frequent, and his kind and tolerant personality is emerging.  I love everything about you!

You can imagine what it looked like trying to get this shot.

I think Juddy has the exact smile above!

Carter still adores Hayes.  He insisted I get a picture  of him holding Hayes.  

I love my boys!  

A winter special!

I got the depressing news this morning when a little groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow and reported that we had 6 more weeks of winter to look forward to.  But it gets worse, much worse as a matter of fact, I can deal with the cold dreary weather, the lack of sun, and the short days, it's the snow that I can't stand, and apparently Gary reported another huge snow storm in the works for later this month.  15 more inches.  YUCK!
SO to cheer myself up I decided to offer a groundhog special.  Come see me in the next 6 weeks and I'll give you a free 12x12 collage like the one above, and you can thank Phil for even though he does not deserve it.  Taking pictures makes me happy, and so does this collage!  Have a wonderful week everyone!

Baby Portraits~ Kansas City Photographer

 Get ready, because you are about to look at pictures of an adorable one year old.  This series of pictures is all about Hunter experienceing his first of many birthday cakes!  I'm going to do my best to describe the emotions/reactions I think were going through his head.  I'll say this, Marg, Jon and I were laughing histarically the whole time, so add that as background noise.  I hope you enjoy.

Look at me standing up like a big boy.  What are we doing anyway?

Wha Wha What?!  That is colorful, what is it?

When in doubt grab it.

Mom is this ok, because that was gooey.

You mean it's mine, all mine, ALL RIGHT!  Time to make a mess!

Yum!

I think I'll have some more of that, in fact I think I'll have a lot more.

Look I can be cute with food on my face.  Who wants to be my agent?

What are you guys looking at anyway?  Can't a baby enjoy his cake in peace?

Hunter you are adorable.  It's hard to believe you are such a big boy, it seems like just yesterday we were wrapping you in blankets for newborn pictures.  My how time flies.

Farmily Portraits~ Kansas City Photographer

This is Chase Okerstrom.  Believe it or not this is his natural camera face.  Perfect!

Chase is one of the most polite 5 year olds I've ever met.  He did everything and anything I asked of him with an ok.  And then when I showed him the pictures he followed up with thank you.  WOW!

This is Chase with his dad Haakon.  I've know Haakon since he was itty bitty, or should I say Haakon has known me since I was itty bitty.  You see he was my brother's best friend!  I remember many trips to the lake when Haakon and my brother James would allow me to tag along while they wreaked havoc on the woods that surrounded our house.  Hours of shooting BB guns off the deck, building forts in the trees and sloshing around in the creek.  Good times!   It was an honor taking his pictures, Chase is just a mini Haakon with a splash of Jennifer's sass.

Jennifer and I went to high school together and she was and still is one of the most lively, fun loving people I know.  She has the most beautiful blue eyes, and lucky little Chase got them too.

I love this pic! It was not as easy to get as it looks.  This little girl was shy shy shy!

Thank guys, I look forward to taking more pictures  of your fam at your farm this fall!

Boudoir Photography~ Kansas City

I told you I was taking some hot hot hot boudoir photography and I wasn't lying!  These past few weeks have been all about beautiful women and I can't wait to share some pictures with you.  I can't show you many though because most of the women are surprising their husbands, but Monika's boyfriend got word of our shoot and couldn't resist seeing them.  He loved them so much he had to have them all.  I can't take full credit for the following pictures because Monika is a natural in front of the camera, not to mention she's got a fierce sexy face.  Check them out for yourself, just gorgeous!

Love Love the leather jacket!

Monika looks sexy and sassy here, but really she's a fun loving girl with the best smile.  I might have to add some pictures of her contagious smile.

THIS is one of my favorites!

And of course I love this one because Tank is in the pic.  He is the cutest most lovable bulldog pup ever!  While I was on the floor taking pictures he was nuzzling on my neck.  So cute!

Monika I'm so happy you came to me, I know these pictures are something you and your boyfriend will enjoy for years!  Thanks for being so hot!

Kansas City Photographer~ Baby

This is Harper Todd isn't she gorgeous!

This is Harper's mommy Tosha with gorgeous red hair, I'm hoping Harper has red hair too.  I've never seen such thick red hair.  Tosha you are so lucky.  And, it photographs well!!!!

Yup this is a baby in a bear suit.  Tosha and the fam were getting packed up when she put Harper in this adorable thing.  I had to get my gear back out for a few quick pics.  I'm really happy I did.

This is when we feel sorry for little Harper, you see she's got big brothers!  Two of them Jonah, and Noah.  Ultimately I think they will really take care of their sister, but also cause her a lot of problems.  Just look at those innocent faces.

More of the bear suit!  I couldn't resist.

Daddy's little girl.  So cute.  Michael you'll make a great dad!

Oh and I forgot to tell you that she has blue eyes that glow!

Thank you Todd's for letting me take your pictures!  You guys are one fun and fantastic family!  I look forward to watching little Harper and "the boy" grow up.

Family Portraits~ Kansas City Photographer

Check one on part of goal 5!   Jon and I updated my blog design.  I'm so excited, I love it.  Thank you Jon I love you so much.  Now for some pictures of an adorable family.  This is Gina and her blonde beauties Katie and Maggie.  They were all so very photogenic!

That is one happy kid, look at that huge smile!

I have about a dozen pictures of this cutie all with different faces.

This isn't your typical family picture, but I like it because it's in close, and everyone is looking at someone else.  Not to mention Gina and Brian and so relaxed with the girls.  Getting your picture taken can be such a stress, but they just let it happen and we got some great pictures!

Brian, Gina, Maggie, and Katie, you are such a close family, I can't wait for our next shoot!