An Annual Portrait Tradition

There is this extra cozy feeling I get when I get to see my annual clients; it’s one of the best feelings ever.
Seeing (like taking my time and really seeing) someone once a year is such a unique (and seriously cool) experience. The “little” changes never feel little when they hit you all at once.
This job is a front row seat to how quickly life changes, and it’s my favorite thing to learn & appreciate over and over again.
I get together with the Hess family every year at about this time. As I was taking a quick little walk down memory lane, I had to make some collages of the “over the years” so that you all could enjoy the reality check of time (and Miss M) flying too.
Dear Hess Fam - I truly enjoy our flower adventures and post shoot selfies together. Watching your family grow up is really fun. I think it’s really amazing that you (the Emily in these photos) take the time and energy to include your extended family members in your portraits. I can’t wait to try to keep up with Miss M next year.

Playing in the Leaves: Stayton Family Photographer

So, I have a confession: keeping up with blogging with a toddler is HARD. I've had so many amazing clients and sessions in the past several months. I've taken some of my favorite photographs and made some of my favorite memories ever. But keeping up with sharing them here has been a little tougher. Choosing how to prioritize my time is one of those big, responsible, yucky, grownup tasks that always makes me nervous, because I'm never sure if I'm making the right choices. I'm totally guilty of wanting it all: I want to spend all the fun times with my kiddo; I want to run a business, with amazing customer service, that I'm proud to call my own; yummy dinners, happy husband, family vacations.  ....How many of you are laughing right now? (If anyone actually knows how to cram all of this into one life, I am ALL ears!!)
Anyway, I find myself with some spare moments tonight (I'm avoiding starting on my books for taxes), so, please enjoy the cuteness of The Bishop Family with me. I've been photographing them since their oldest daughter was a tiny babe and they're some of my favorites!