It's Fall in Springhill {Bozeman, MT Family Photographer}

About a month ago I randomly ran into Holly in downtown Bozeman.  She was my high school Spanish teacher, and it had been quite a while since I had seen her.  We quickly caught up, and I told her that I was now a photographer.  I actually used to be late to her class quite a bit because I had a photo class right before hers, and I never made it out of the dark room on time.  She was actually wanting to get some family photos done so I gave her a card and within a couple days she emailed me to set up a session.  I was so excited.  I had always gotten along really well with Holly, and was excited to meet her family.  She was pregnant with Avery my senior year, and I remember talking about baby names, and baby stuff in general during class. (In Spanish of course.)  I took three years of Spanish with Holly and during that time got to know her pretty well since we did do a lot of chatting in order to learn the language.  

Well we pretty much picked up with the chatting the second I arrived at her home. (In English as my Spanish is not so good these days)  She lives in Springhill, and it was the perfect location for this shoot.  Her kids are adorable, and Avery loved posing for the camera.  Cooper was more into being a little boy than having his photos taken, and he cracked me up throughout the shoot. Poor Scott was sick, but you wouldn't know it judging by the photos. 

Thanks for having me out to your home!  It was wonderful to catch up and meet your family.  Enjoy your sneak peek.

A Perfect Match {Three Forks, MT Engagement Photographer}

I have known Megan for a long time.  We went to school together in Three Forks, and I was in the same class as her brother.  We are both Three Forks natives, and Brian is from Willow Creek which is just down the road.   I have gotten to know Brian over the past few years, and he is such a great guy.  These two could not make a better couple.  They complement each other so wonderfully, and they make each other so happy.  Megan has such an infectious laugh, and she is constantly laughing around Brian.  I remember talking with Megan last winter, and her face just lit up when she talked about Brian, and their relationship.  It was clear from very early on that these two were going to get married someday.  

I could not be happier for the both of you, and I am so excited to be part of your day!  

  The below photos is my favorite!

Fall is for Families {Montana, Family Photographer}

Fall is definitely the time for family photos.  The only problem with that is the weather in Montana can be a bit unpredictable.  These were shot on a chilly morning, and it there was a slight drizzle, but the clouds made for soft even lighting, which I haven't seen much of lately. 

This really wasn't the typical family shoot.  Instead it was just the grandkids with the exception of the photos of Terry and his son Body.  

One of my mother's favorite photo's is of my sister and I with our cousins.  It was taken in a studio, and we are all matching.  (way too matching-like red outfits with ducks on them I believe)  According to my mother, and the photo, things did not go as planned.  My sister who was not a crier, cried which made my cousin Mikaela join her in the crying.  Shann was hyper because well Shann was always hyper. :)  Casey and I were old enough to keep it together, and Shelby, the baby was young enough to not know what was going on.  Anyways, the photo turned out fairly well considering, but both Mikaeal and Carley have red faces and teary eyes; not what my mom had envisioned.  However, that photo serves as a constant reminder of that day, and it is a memory my mom holds dear even though it wasn't perfect.  The fact that the photo came out of a little chaos probably makes it more memorable.    

That's just the way it goes with kids and photos.  None of these kiddos did any crying, but they still did things to make the day memorable for their parents and grandma.  These photos will serve as a reminder of the day they were taken and their little personalties at this age. That's why I love what I do, and feel so blessed to have such awesome clients.  Plus chasing these little rockstars around was a lot of fun.    

 This truck one is my favorite...and of course was the easiest to take since it appealed to the boys.  I also love the walking one above.

The Stars Aligned {Billings, MT Engagement Photographer}

It is that time of year when engagement sessions, and family sessions are very popular.  Which means I have a lot of sneak peeks to share this week.  Last Saturday, I traveled to Fromberg, MT for this shoot, and then made my way to Three Forks for another engagement shoot.  I spent a couple days in Three Forks shooting, and now I am trying once again to get caught up on editing.  

Anyways, I have known Brandy for a few years now, and was thrilled when she asked me to shoot her wedding next summer.  I was anxious to meet her fiance, Eric, and loved hearing about all their wedding details, and the proposal.  The proposal actually took place where some of these photos were taken.  They are such a great couple, and it really does seem like fate brought them together.  Shortly after meeting, Brandy put in for a transfer at work to Nebraska where Eric lives and works assuming there might not be anything available for awhile.  Within three days, she was packing up and moving, and the rest is history.

 These next photos where taken near where Eric proposed.

 This cup has a family story behind it, and it is actually where Eric hid the ring before he proposed.  

Happy planning you two!  August will be here before we know it!