Solon, Ohio | Family Celebration | Funny, very funny

Before photography and kids, my life was music. I majored in music in college, ending up with a Masters in Music Education. I had thousands of memories during those college years, and this guy was part of many of them.

 In fact when I walked in he showed me a bunch of photos from A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, which we were both in, and I was immediately transported back. SUCH a fun time. So when he called saying his whole family would be in town for his FIFTIETH birthday, I was pretty excited to meet some of the family I had heard so much about all these years.

 Somehow he failed to mention just how awesome his mom is. 

 

Because really, she is AWESOME. 

 

And now I can see where he got his love of laughter and his ability to make people laugh. What a wonderful gift. 

And do you know what else is a wonderful gift? Twenty years. Here's to 20+ more, Mark and Jim. Happy Anniversary (and Happy Birthday Mark!!)

Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio | Senior | Classic

Had such a fun shoot with Olivia last week-one shot after another just coming together exactly right, with her just knowing exactly where I wanted to go next. She is just such a classic beauty.

I believe this is one of those, OK DON'T smile at the camera moments where you just cannot wipe the grin off your face no matter what. LOVE it.

Live for today...what a wonderful mantra (and very, very cool shoes.)

This one was my favorite...see what I mean? Just classic. The dress, the pearls, the look, the Queen Anne's Lace, just perfect.
Thanks Olivia (and Mom!) for a wonderful night! More to come soon!!