Kaya is Six!

I had a really fun!! photo session with Kaya in honor of her birthday.
Knowing it would be cold, her Mom and I discussed outfit options and location that would make a successful shoot. Her outfit was amazing but most important, it was warm, I felt like we were having a mini fashion shoot!
Earlier in the year, I had photographed her sister near Loy's Station covered bridge, using the natural landscape and water to create images that evoked her sister's personality. Knowing we wouldn't have any natural flora, we decided to go urban with Kaya's photos. And there is no better place than downtown Frederick. Not only did about two city blocks provide an ample variety of backgrounds, but constantly moving kept Kaya from getting bored and kept the smiles coming. We were so excited to find some jazzy purple doors ( Kaya's favorite color). We played peek-a-boo, "honked" her braids and invented little games to keep her smiling. She did a fantastic job.

Peyton was born before Christmas and I went to his house for a shoot before New Year's. Tristen, his Mom was just as beautiful as she could be...still had the glow. We expected Peyton to sleep during some of his hour long session but bright eyes prevailed and he never slept while I was there, even after a bottle. I couldn't believe the little guy was even lifting his head! Tristen received a certificate from me for a "Baby's First Year" photo package as a gift from her co-workers. Yeah! , I get to see Petyon three more times this year. It will be so much fun to see his changes and perhaps walking by one?!