• Family

    Nodarse Kids {Marathon Family Photographer}

    It’s been a few years since I’ve taken photos of these two and this time there were no parents or pug puppies in the pictures.  I can’t believe how old these 2 look all of a sudden.  Kids, especially boys in their teenage years, aren’t typically wild about photo sessions so we try to make them as quick, relaxed and painless as possible.   We tried a new local location for these.  I loved the wooden walkway!  Next time, I’m hoping Mom, Dad and the pups will come too.

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  • Family,  Groups

    The Johnson Family {Marathon Family Photographer}

    The Johnson family arrived from several different states for the holidays and were interested in a reunion family photo.  With 3 kids under the age of 4 (2 under 2 years), I brought in one of my assistants to help.  Originally, we were going to do the session at Sombrero Beach, but when we arrived there were so many people that we couldn’t find a spot.  In all the years I’ve been doing this, THAT was a first for me.  So, we opted to change venues and quickly adjusted locations.  After we got a few posed group photos and some photos of the individual families, we let the kids run around on the beach a bit while I captured some candid shots.

     

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  • Kiddos

    1st Birthday Smash {Marathon Children’s Photographer}

    I can’t believe I missed wishing this little girlie a Happy 1st Birthday.  When she came to visit for her 6 month photos, I was amazed at how happy she was.  And, even though Mom and Dad had to work for these 1st Birthday smiles, she was still a dream.  It’ll be fun to watch her grow.

     

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  • Family,  Groups

    The Perry Family {Marathon, FL Photographer}

    I first met the Perry family from South Dakota in 2014.  The family comes to Hawks Cay every 2 years and while they’re here, they get updated family photos.  5 different families from 4 different states make up this fun group of  14.  This year, rather than doing the shots at the resort, we moved over to the area by the villas so we could switch the scenery up a bit.  We did some posed large group family shots, then some shots of the individual smaller families before we did some candids of the grandkids.  It was great to be able to see how much the kids had grown.  They tell me they’ll be back in 2018.  I hope so!

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  • Family,  Groups,  Holiday Sessions,  Kiddos

    Holiday Sessions 2016 {Marathon Family Photographer}

    This year, at the beginning of October, I started offering shorter family sessions for a reduced price.  The sessions were about 20 minutes which proved very manageable for several of my younger friends (kids and husbands ;-)) with all of the other hustle and bustle around the holidays.  I’ve done this for the past several years as a way for families to update their holiday photos for cards or gifts.  We photographed more than 30 families in about 8 weeks this year.  It was certainly a busy time, but we enjoyed it alot.   Which is your favorite?

     

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  • Family,  Holiday Sessions,  Uncategorized

    Miller Family {Marathon Family Photographer}

    Just before Christmas, I had the opportunity to photograph the Miller family.  Mom, Dad, the two daughters and their husbands all in town for the holidays so what better time to update the family photos?  I’ve known this family for more than 30 years but hadn’t seen the girls in a long time.  It was so nice to see everyone and I love that the girls organized the shoot to make sure they keep updated family photos.

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  • Business,  Family,  Groups,  Holiday Sessions,  Kiddos,  Maternity,  Newborns,  Seniors,  Uncategorized,  Weddings

    Best of Marathon 2016 – Thank You! {Marathon, FL Photographer}

    I am honored to have been voted as Best Photographer for the 5th year in a row during this year’s Best of Marathon awards. During the past 11 years of photographing in Marathon, I have enjoyed capturing the very special moments of some very special families. From behind the camera I’ve witnessed the nerves of engagements, the exchange of vows, met and photographed squishy newborns, and enjoyed growing families. I appreciate all of you who took the time to vote for me. Thank you also to my amazing assistant (Shuga) who, in addition to being the best dog whisperer, tambourine player and sunglass holder, makes sure all the wheels of the business keep turning. Thank you to the Marathon Rotary Club and The Weekly Newspapers for hosting the event. Now, who’s ready for some Fall Photos at the Fall Harvest on October 9th?

  • Family,  Holiday Sessions,  Kiddos

    Holiday Session 2015 {Florida Keys Family Photographer}

    Each year around the end of October, I start offering shorter family sessions for a reduced price.  The sessions are about 20 minutes which is a little more manageable for everyone around the holidays.  I do this to allow families to update their holiday photos for cards or gifts.  This year, I started these mini sessions at the beginning of October in hopes of avoiding some of the November wind (and sometimes rain) that we get down here.  I photographed more than 30 families in about 6 weeks.  It was certainly a busy time, but I enjoyed it alot.   I tried to get a picture from each session for the slideshow below.  Which is your favorite?

     

  • Business,  Family,  Groups,  Holiday Sessions,  Kiddos,  Maternity,  Newborns,  Seniors,  Uncategorized,  Weddings

    Best of Marathon {Marathon Photographer}

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    I was honored to be selected as one of the 3 finalists for the “2015 Best of Marathon,” and so grateful to receive the “Best Photographer” award at last night’s presentation. During the past 10 years of photographing in the Keys, I have discovered how rewarding, fulfilling, and fun it is to capture those special moments of some very special families. From behind the camera I’ve witnessed the nerves of engagements, the exchange of vows, met and photographed newborns, and enjoyed growing families. I appreciate those of you who took the time to vote for me. Thank you, Marathon, for allowing me to capture your special times!