The F Family

Hello again!

Things are quite busy over here at the Tyler home. Our house has been teeming with Christmas music, and Holiday activity. And yes, of course Christmas photos.

This time of year has shown to be very busy for my photography in 2013. There seems to be such a glow and warmth from all around me these days, it's contagious. That's why I had to share this recent family photo session I had with the F Family. These three beautiful ladies were so fun, and easy to photograph. There really was very little direction needed. This is how they really relate to one another- loving, joyful, and warm. With lots and LOTS of hugs (my favorite)!

Originally, our session  was scheduled for downtown Rosenberg, but Dawn asked me if I knew of any "dirt roads"? Do I EVER!!! Life as a photographer you know of many dirt roads. You might even get lost down a few...but that's for another blog, another time. Instead, we met at Seabourne Creek Park for a sunset session, and I am so very glad we did.

The moment I take a photo, I tend to know if it will be a "favorite" worthy of a post or a "teaser" for my client's to view before my final edits. With this session, I had too many  favorites, it was basically what I would like to call "photography glee overload". When I got home, I was so pleased with the emotions and love coming from those photos, I couldn't wait to share this blog. Dawn showed an unconditional love and warmth for her darling children that could easily be paralleled to the rays of  the sun in our photo shoot.

Please enjoy this warm hug from me, and the F Family!

Larry & Mandi

Hello There. This blog post is all about Larry and Mandi.
This is a fine example of a couple who was definitely made for eachother. Larry and Mandi met through match.com, and learned that not only did they share a love for their four legged friend, both dogs had the same name! What are the odds that your soulmate would not only be searching for you, but have the same taste in dog names?! Luckily, they brought the pups along for our photo shoot.

And allow me to add that this session had a scary train track encounter! Yes, ask any of my client's and they will tell you... I have a deep deep fear of trains, and being stuck on a track. As we were on the tracks in a questionable part of town, a passenger train came roaring down the side of us, and scared the bejesus out of me. I dove off the tracks in quite a dramatic display, screaming like a nutcase headed for the hills. But not Larry and Mandi. They stood firm (a little too close for my comfort), holding hands and embracing the wild thunder of the train together. As I was standing there, feeling the wind nearly knock me down I watched them. Smiles on their faces, ready for anything! A strength I know they will carry into their own marriage.

And yes, we broke the law being on the tracks. The police officer was very kind and gave us just a warning. He even posed with the couple.

So, please enjoy this warm hug from Larry & Mandi, and myself.

The D Family

I had such a wonderful time with the D Family! And I look forward to doing their newborn session, and of course posting and sharing with you all. Maternity sessions are always beautiful. But there is something special about when older siblings are involved. Seeing their little smiles grow when you ask about their new little baby, watching as these sweet darlings kiss their mommy's tummy. This is love, this is life.

I was once told, "when you have more than one child, your heart doesn't love one child less. You do not divide that love. No... you heart grows, just like your family grows."

This family has so much love, they're bubbling with joy for their newest family member, and first daughter.

Beautiful!

This is a warm hug from me and the D family.

Enjoy!

Stephanie and Troy ~ Engagement Session

Troy and Stephanie had a very special location in mind for this engagement session. Fate brought them together on this very bridge when they were just children. And now, they're adults getting married this November! 

When I arrived they were already on the bridge together, holding hands and very much in love. This couple has a been there for each other no matter what. Loyalty would be the first word that comes to mind when I think of their relationship.

As you can see from below, the pictures speak for themselves. Beautiful!

Please enjoy this warm hug from Stephanie, Troy and myself. :)

My Father, the Hero

In my home we are very fitness oriented. With busy schedules and a growing family, we find play time as also an opportunity to squeeze in a few reps here or there. For example my husband plays soccer with our eldest in a weighted vest. It looks pretty funny, but he gets results. Those results are indeed visible with his physique (Pictured below), and in how our son views fatherhood, and his dad. He looks up to his daddy, and one day wants to be just like him. If you were to ask my boy who the strongest, smartest, super hero was, he would of course say his dad. And, he would also gladly tell you that his dad is better than your dad. ....We are working on the latter.

Both of our boys adore their father, just like my husband adores his father, and I adore mine. I thank God each day that He has surrounded me with such manly men. And Godly examples of fatherhood. I couldn't ask for a better partner in raising these boys into men.

I look forward to the day we teach the baby how to bust a flex. You better believe he'll be shirtless doing these progress photos with his big brother and daddy too.

Enjoy!