Maxwell James | Cincinnati Newborn Photographer

These two parents have great taste is kid’s names. It’s so funny, all four of the names they chose for their boys (Graham Henry + Max James) are in my family! Their Max is a Maxwell and mine is a Maximus, but it still counts. I’ve been photographing them since Graham was 6 months old & I absolutely love him. He’s so funny, and spunky, and wild! I can’t wait to see if Max will have a similar personality or be more laid back. Thanks for inviting me into your home, it was so great to see you all again!

 

Tyler Lee | Cincinnati Birth Photographer | UC West Chester

Births are amazing. I am honestly never more honored than when a family trusts me to be involved in this; one of the most intimate, beautiful, and life-changing moments. Anna was such a sweet, joyful, and strong mama and Brian was an incredible supporter. Tyler’s birth was so peaceful and beautiful, I would be ecstatic to photograph 100 more just like it. Congratulations, you two. Tyler is perfect + so loved already.

Gracie | Glacier National Park Senior Session

Gracie Anna is my husband’s cousin. We haven’t seen this sweet girl since she was TWO! She has grown into a beautiful, caring, animal-adoring human. She is was so great and patient with my kids. They were full of questions about everything and were sure they had found a great new friend. It was great to see you again, Grace and hopefully you’ll come visit us soon! We miss you already.

Side note, Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen. I would argue, one of the most beautiful places in our country.

Emma Belle | Cincinnati Senior Photographer

Emma is my cousin’s daughter, but I like to think of her & her sister as my “bonus nieces”. I called Emma and told her about the hot air balloon festival at Coney Island and asked her what she thought about doing senior pictures during it. She was down for anything and I think her adorable, eclectic style was completely PERFECT for this. Thanks for making my vision come to life with your fierce modeling skills, Emma. Love youuuuu!

Gayhart Family | Cincinnati Family Photographer

The photography industry, for the most part, says extended families are hard to photograph. This just hasn’t been true for me. I’ve only done a handful, but they are always so fun! It’s really cool to see how families interact with each other & to see the love that has been cultivated for a lifetime & over so many generations. You guys were so much fun to photograph, thanks for inviting me along to hang out for the day.

Ps. Tell Princess Rapunzel hello for me.

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Zach + Jenesis | Cincinnati Family Photographer

A little over a year ago I stepped out of my comfort zone and attended a gathering of Cincinnati creatives through The Rising Tide. I’m so incredibly glad I did. That night I met so many talented and beautiful people. One of them was Jenesis. She is the artist behind Pied Paper Goods and she’s one of the kindest humans I’ve met. Zach, Jenesis, and a few other friendsĀ also opened up an AMAZING coffee shop in my neighborhood last year called Brick Coffee. (Go check it out, it’s seriously YUM!). Just to round off all the things on their plate; he’s a teacher, she’s a nanny and a worship pastor. Seriously guys, way to make us all seem totally lazy. And if you talk to either one of them they are willing to sacrifice what little time they have left to love on other people. Thank you both for being a great example of the sacrificial love of Christ. YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST!