Another family session during my maternity leave. This little porcelain angel is my brand new niece and she couldn’t be any cuter.

Even though we don’t get much fall in Arizona, It’s nice to dress up in sweaters and pretend it’s chilly outside. This morning was at least cool enough where this adorable family of three and a half wasn’t sweating in their nice clothes. This handome little man was stoic at first; giving me a run for my money trying to photograph him. But once I took him aside and let him lead me around his yard, he opened up and decided I was worthy of a smile or two. It’s wonderful to watch children slowly go from this:

frightened and shy

To this. relaxed and animated.

As you can see, his parents were no trouble at all and were a blast to hang out with this morning. Enjoy your sneak peek P family!

These two cuties had such a great time exploring. I had to get very creative with my persuasive tactics to get the littlest one to warm up to my camera, but once she did, her big personality was shining. Just look at her sassy strut in the last picture.

So I know I said I was “officially” on maternity leave, but I really can’t stay away from my camera for too long. You might see a holiday session for a friend pop up here and there. Dont judge.

Sugar, spice and everything nice. That’s what these little girls are made of.

My sweet baby boy has finally arrived and I couldn’t wait to show him off! As I am officially in the middle of my maternity leave, I am welcoming all clients to schedule sessions for the beginning of 2012.

Now back to some sweet newborn goodness.

8 pounds and 13 ounces of baby fluff

And here’s one of Nathan and Big Brother Caleb hanging out.