Standing with Brayden

Standing with Brayden

I got an email from a grandmother a few weeks back about scheduling a beach session for her 1 year-old grandson, Brayden. She went on to tell me that Brayden has cancer in the form of an in-operable brain tumor. My heart sank of course, as I cannot imagine what pain...
Pensacola Beach Family Portrait Session

Pensacola Beach Family Portrait Session

After several session with wildcards (the one young kid in the group who does not like to sit still or smile :), it was kinda refreshing to have all the kids sit and smile on cue. Another beautiful evening out on the beach that ended with another gorgeous sunset. Link...
Pensacola Beach Family Portrait Session

Pensacola Beach Family Portrait Session

This was an early morning session, 7am. I forgot how much I enjoy being at the beach at sunrise. I also have not photographed at the Pensacola Beach Pier in a long time due to summer crowds. I just love the light, textures and structures, not to mention the incredible...
Pensacola Multi Family Portrait Photography Session

Pensacola Multi Family Portrait Photography Session

This may have been the largest group shot I have taken. And of course as with every large group there is a wildcard. And this one had a 2-year-old boy, J.T., that fit that role for them. He was tough to capture, but somehow I got him facing the camera in all three big...
Perdido Key Family Photography Portrait Session

Perdido Key Family Photography Portrait Session

This family from Louisville, near my hometown of Cinccinati, had a great time visiting the National Seashore and enjoying the natural beauty and remoteness. It always makes it easier to get good shots when families are enjoying themselves. Fortunately all the families...
Navarre Beach Family Portrait Photography Session

Navarre Beach Family Portrait Photography Session

Seems every shoot has been coming with its challenges lately, this time it was the combo of the wind and sun. Mid-day sessions are hard enough with the heat and harsh shadows of the sun but I can usually overcome that with an umbrella or disc diffuser. However the...