Children

 by Terri

Ainsley…4 Years Old | {Tacoma Children’s Photography}

It doesn’t seem possible that Ainsley is already FOUR years old! She was just 6 months old when I first met her and it’s been great to watch her grow and change the past couple of years! She is not only a beautiful little girl, but very bright and a TON of fun! She tried to play “shy” when we first met up on a cloudy Sunday morning, but that didn’t last for long…before long, we were running, climbing stairs and playing games! That is one of the best parts of my job…I get to play a lot…be silly, make faces, and encourage my “kids” to do the same!! I loved that Ainsley’s mom wanted Ainsley being herself…so the funny faces and the great expressions were part of who she is…and I think she figured me out pretty quick, as she had me working out, while we played/shot….and she managed to get quite a few piggy back rides from me on some of the stairs we climbed! As I said, a smart little girl! Despite the cool weather, we managed to stay warm by moving a lot and really, this is what a child at this age is doing anyway…moving and learning and exploring…which is what I love to watch…and capture!! So…here is Ainsley…….Isn’t that smile AWESOME!!!And SUCH pretty eyes…with lots of sparkle and a definite glitter for life!!Now, I believe her mom knows this look well…and I LOVED it…how could you ever get mad at this face!!She loved all the colors of the glass…it was great to “see” something new through her eyes!!Ahh, the reward…a cherry sucker and it was well deserved, Ainsley was great and SO much fun!!

Meghan, great to see you and Ainsley again…and to meet your mom…enjoy the photos and know that there are some more to come!!

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 by Terri

Wyatt…6 Months Old | {Puyallup Baby Photography}

Wow, it’s hard to believe that it’s already been six months since I first met little Wyatt and his parents, Dianna and Rob, late last summer! Now, Wyatt is 6 months old and is so stinkin’ cute…and such a sweet little guy, I can only imagine how much his parents have enjoyed watching they beautiful son grow and become a little person since his arrival! I’ve said this before and will continue to…I love my job, and meeting such wonderful people and the fact that I get to play with the little ones, is the BEST…and I can only imagine how much fun Wyatt’s one year session and cake smash will be…this little one has personality just popping out everywhere! I had the pleasure of seeing Wyatt a few days before his session when he came with his new little cousin, Lincoln, for his newborn session. It’s wonderful that these little guys are so close in age and how much fun they will have as they get older…they are both such blessed babies and both have great parents!!

What a neat family…I am really enjoying getting to know all of them!!

SUPER cute dinosaur hat…Wyatt was totally rocking it!!



This little guy is definitely the sparkle in his mom’s eyes…I love seeing this!!!

As well as his dad’s special little guy…how lucky is Wyatt!!


A favorite toy is always a plus during a session…since it’s all about play, anyway!

 

His outfit was great…right down to the feet…LOVE these little shoes!!



Check out Wyatt’s eyelashes…O.M.G. they are the longest and he has the most beautiful eyes…heart breaker, already!!





Maybe a little bashful?!!??





I love the little chubby arms and hands…this little one is just perfect!



We are getting a bit tired…



And, he was done…ready for a nap!

Wyatt was a delight and I so enjoyed talking with his mom and dad again…and hearing all about the first 6 months of Wyatt’s life. It’s a joy to follow babies during their first year when they are a part of my Babe’s First Year plan…and it warms my heart each session to see how happy, beautiful and healthy these little ones are – and how lucky each one is to have such loving and caring parents!

Dianna and Rob…so great to see you again and I can’t wait until Wyatt’s next session!!

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 by Terri

Aaron & Elizabeth…At Last | {Puyallup Engagement Photography}

Aaron and Elizabeth…at last is their moto and are they ever excited about the “at last” part! They are finally getting married and as you will see from the photos, they are so in love with one another, it just beams through in their photos! I had met Elizabeth a couple of years ago when I shot her business portraits as well as their darling daughter, Aryianna! Elizabeth is a realtor and so when we met last summer to talk about purchasing a rental home, she share that she was engaged…and the wedding is set for this coming August! We talked a bit about the details, but then went on to the house discussion. This past fall, we started talking about the details and planned for some engagement photos after the first of the year. We met up in South Prarie and then headed out past Carbonado to this great old (one way) bridge for the photos. After a week (or more!) of fog, cold and even some rain…we had a dry day and even some sunshine, although it still was quite chilly! A gorgeous location and the view of the river below was spectacular! I hadn’t met Aaron before, so it was nice to get a chance to visit with him and to see Aryianna again…she’s a sweetheart and very excited about her “job” at the wedding as a flower girl…she will be the CUTEST one ever!! This couple is so grounded, they know what they want, what’s important in life and truly value their family and friends…I loved spending time with them and am so excited for their big day this summer!

This is their motto…AT LAST…as they’ve been together for 12 years and everyone is finally say “at last” you are getting married!

Such a special part of their lives, Aryianna, is not only a beautiful girl, but very sweet and bright! Their dog, Jersey, also joined us for some of the photos…the complete family!It was definitely chilly, so I tried to give them every opportunity possible to snuggle to warm up…and they didn’t seem to mind it a bit!!

Couldn’t resist Aryianna and Jersey together…the “kids” and since Jersey is getting older, I wanted to be sure to capture some photos of Aryianna with Jersey!I LOVE the look of total adoration that Elizabeth has for Aaron…it’s a beautiful thing to see!The smile and sparkle in Aryianna’s eyes is the sparkle that I love seeing in children and this cutie has such a great personality…I could spend an entire session with just her!And, Aaron has that same look for Elizabeth…complete and total love!!

At last…the date has been set, plans are being made and it’s going to be a beautiful and fabulous day…not only for Aaron and Elizabeth, but for all their family and friends who are there to celebrate this wonderful occasion with them! I can’t wait!!

 

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