Fall, Family, & FUN!

This family was so much fun!!  Every moment they were laughing and joking with each other.  I enjoyed their session! 

We met up at Grand Pause Farm in Toto, Indiana.  And was able to take advantage of all the beautiful scenery there on the farm.  So gorgeous!!! 

Enjoy your preview!  I'll be emailing you shortly with your gallery information!

L ~

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Craft Family - Vintage Truck & Fall

One of my favorite sessions to date!  I met Chad & Kristy when they brought their little guy in for his newborn session.  They are such a great family!  Up for anything.  I was excited to be able to meet up with them again this time to do a fall family session.  Then she told me we were going to be able to use an old Ford truck in that session and I was even more excited!  And what a fun day it was!

 Kristy & Chad - Thanks for sharing Ashdyn's milestones with me along with your family!  I had a great time!  Can't wait to see you all in the future!!

I hope you enjoy your gallery....there are A LOT of canvas worthy shots!!  <3 br="">
On that note, I'll leave you with these two images....ENJOY!

L ~ 

He was loving sitting in this basket!

I love the natural emotion as they play with Ashdyn!

Daddy's boy!!

A surprise for D-A-D!

So excited to finally be able to share from the B Boys' session!!!  Their mom called me with something particular in mind to surprise their dad (my cousin) for his birthday.  We met up at a local farm that I have loved & admired as I've driven by for over a year now.  I had a blast with these boys.  They were all boy & full of energy. Up for anything.  They sang to me & giggled all throughout the session.  It couldn't have been better!

We even had a couple of surprise visitors in one of the photos I'll have to share, too.  :)

Thanks again, Hilary!  I had a great time catching up.  I hope Dathan had a wonderful birthday.

Look in the barn door at our little visitor!  Sneaky kitty!! :)

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Thanks again,

L ~

Introducing Baby K

My very first birth session....

An opportunity I've been waiting for...for quite some time.  My sweet little cousin whom I used to babysit for as a kid was expecting her first child.  I emailed her and offered up my services and she loved the idea.  I was ecstatic to be finally venturing into another side of photography.  Capturing families, babies, and children is something I love to do and being able to record those moments during the beginnings of life are all the more special.

I followed her pregnancy the ups & downs and could relate to oh so many of them.  She emailed me often with questions and updates and with each closing day it got more real!  Finally, the end was near.  She had been in and out of the hospital for all sorts of issues and on Monday I get a phone call, text, and email telling me they had decided to induce her early.  She was set for a Thursday induction but baby K had other ideas.

As the evening progressed she also progressed....at 3:23 on Tuesday morning Kane was welcomed into this world by mom, dad, and both grandmothers.  He was the 1st baby of the New Year too!!  He's perfect!!

Thanks so much for allowing me to go through this with you!  It's so hard to believe that I used to baby sit you as a little girl and now your a momma!!  Time flies!

He's precious, Amber!  Don't blink it goes by in a heartbeat.

Can't wait to get my hands on him!!!!

The halls were calm and empty. 

Trying to relax

A small nap before baby arrives.

 Baby K

I really hope you enjoyed the pictures. 

L ~

Thomason Family

Where do I begin? 

I am Co-leader to my daughter's Girl Scout Troop.  The leader of the troop and my friend, Mandy contacted me about doing some family photos before the Christmas holiday.  I met up with them at Hamstra Garden's at their request.  I've done one other shoot there and it's absolutely gorgeous with so many photo opportunities.  A photographer's dream!

It was a beautiful day for pictures.  The sun wasn't out all day and then just before the session we got this gorgeous golden glow. 

I have to say this family was up for fun today!  Lots of laughter!  I mean LOTS! ;)~  We ventured all over capturing group shots and individuals and then we ended the session with candid moments.  As a photographer....candids are by far the best!  I love capturing those special moments that aren't created or posed! 

Thanks again, Thomason Family!  You were all great!!

I hope you enjoy your preview this evening...

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The Thomason Family

More to come so stay tuned!

Thanks again,

L ~

Brewer Family

Met up with the Brewer family late this afternoon.  It was beautiful all day an about an hour before our session it got grey and dreary out.  Avoiding the rain and dealing with the darkness because of the time change we had a gorgeous location to take advantage of...

You were all great to work with I just wish we would have had more daylight!  Imagine the pictures we could have gotten then!! Next time for sure! :)

Enjoy your preview.  I'll contact you soon when the rest are finished up.  Thanks again! :)

L ~

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He wasn't to sure what was going on here. lol. Love this!

Notice Jentry's smile! :)  Too Sweet!

Marsh Brothers - Trains, Tractors, and Football!

I met up with fellow photographer Amanda Marsh and her adorable boys, and her parents yesterday afternoon.  The boys are so sweet!  Connor was in awe of all the big trains.  He couldn't take it all in fast enough!  I think his favorite was the train car that army soldiers traveled/slept in.  He also showed me what a great football NJ-SP Schools will have in the future!  Hut, Hut, Hike!  LOVE IT! 

Logan is such a good baby!  We even got a few smiles...well until it was dinner time!  And what a little chunker!  TOO CUTE!

Thanks Amanda!  I hope you enjoy your sneak peek. 

Please click on the picture to see a uncompressed version.  Silly Blogger!

Shidler Family

We are having an Indian Summer and what better way to take advantage of this gorgeous fall weather!  I met up with the Shidler family yesterday for an afternoon session.  We had a great time!  I've been going through the pictures and I have so many favorites already!  I can't wait to share them all with you.

Ryker is a daddy's boy for sure!  Whatever dad does...he does too! :)  Hannah is a natural in front of the camera!  She's growing into a beautiful young lady!  You have two gorgeous kids, Sarah & Robert!


Here is a little sneak peek....can't wait to share them all!!

Thanks again,

L ~

Adam - Senior

I met Adam and his parents on Saturday morning for his senior session!  After I found the place...sometimes map quest doesn't know the way.  ha!

Adam has a passion for cars and after seeing the cars we used at his session I can see why!  They are gorgeous!  I also got to meet his loyal dog, one of the best behaved pets I have taken pics of yet. :)

The weather couldn't have been more perfect.  We had a great day for pictures. I had a great time.  It was a pleasure meeting you and your family!  You guys are great!!

Good luck at Purdue and with your endeavors to becoming an Engineer!!  Boiler Up!! 

Sneak peek to follow...hope you enjoy!

Leslie

Meeting Miss Izzy

My best friends sister (who is like a sister to me as well) just became a mother in July.  Her and her husband made a surprise visit to Indiana this weekend and I finally got to meet sweet Izabella!  She is such a precious addition to an already loving family.  Thanks for the visit today it was so much fun and long overdue!  Love ya girl!!!!

She made us work for our pictures, but isn't that what princesses do!? ;)   I believe we were able to capture some really great shots.  I hope you enjoy your sneak peek and there will be more to come soon.

Have a safe trip home!!!

Talk to you soon!!!

Leslie

The last day in April...

The kids had their first baseball game this afternoon.  They did well and had a great time.  I took my camera to get pictures of them in their cute little uniforms but the younger two kids kept me so busy I forgot I didn't get one shot until it was all over.  So, next game is Monday evening I'll have try harder next time. 

After their game we went to my husband's parents house and the kids spent the day playing outside.  The wind was a bear to contend with today but as long as it was warm they were staying outside.  They had a great time.  We took a walk around the farm and the kids helped grandpa feed the calves.  They enjoy getting to help out with the cows.  

Not a cow from their farm but I love the picture. ;)

Jaxon had a blast a week or so ago playing around so mom could take pictures. He climbed all over the tractors and posed here and there.  A bit out of character for him but he was loving the attention.  The girls were shopping with my parents and he had all of our attention, he was loving it!  

Climbing the fence.

On the John Deere.

Following in their footsteps.

And, of course, when we got there today the first thing they all wanted to do was feed the cows.  Once we got out there I got a chance to get a few pictures.  It's rare but they didn't seem to mind getting their pictures taken today. 

Gabrielle, Jaxon, Zack, and Charlize.

Gabrielle just hanging out on the porch.

Bandit

They played themselves silly today.  Running through the fields to rolling down the hills!  My little kiddos were wore out when we got home.  It didn't take much convincing at bedtime.

A little behind...

It's been awhile!  Yesterday I posted about our new baby girl and aside from keeping up with four kids, a husband, and our home I don't know what has kept me from keeping my blog current! ;-)  But as the weather tries to get warmer and hopefully drier I hope to be able to keep in touch on here.  I, also, hope to make my photography career a bigger focus in my life.  So this is just a little note to let you know where I have been and where I hope to be in the near future.

Our new baby girl...

As many of you know by now we have a new addition to our family. A sweet baby girl, Brooklynn Reese. She's been a wonderful addition and she fits in perfectly. I have to admit it's been an adjustment going back to the newborn stage as the youngest is three now. The kids love their new baby sister and we have been fortunate because the jealousy was next to none since she has arrived. We are truly blessed with great children!

Brooklynn is as precious as her pictures portray her but we've had a rough time getting adjusted to the acid reflux. She wants to nurse all day most days and has been put on zantac to help with the spitting up but she still showers me at least twice daily if not more. :)~ I tell people I have a new perfume...Baby Spit up! ;) Ah, the joys of motherhood.

Even with the tummy issues we've been doing well and couldn't ask for a sweeter baby. She completes the puzzle.

I hope you enjoy the pictures of our sweet princess...

The Z Family...

A friend of mine from school called me the other day and wanted to get together for pictures. Her and her husband have the cutest and might I add sweetest lil guys ever! They are so well behaved and fun to be around. I met them at their place for pictures around the Christmas tree. Their oldest wanted to show me all his toys and ornaments and the youngest was worried about watching his movie (he reminds me so much of my little girl Charlize). Once we started taking pictures the kids were great! We had to give Little D a candy cane and he was good to go after that! :)

I had a great time and hope to see you again soon! I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!

I hope you enjoy your sneak peek...

CONTEST TIME ~ Which image is your favorite?

It's contest time! I have choosen one image from my 2009 sessions for you to vote on. Please pick your favorite image and cast your vote. Only vote once and feel free to share my blog with family and friends so they can vote too. I want to wish everyone the best of luck!!!

The winner will recieve a free session with me in 2010 along with an 8 x 10 portrait of the winning image.

Contest Ends January 31, 2010 at 7:00 a.m.

**FOR ALL YOU VOTERS FEEL FREE TO LEAVE A COMMENT ON THIS POST AND ONE RANDOM WINNER WILL BE CHOOSEN FOR A FREE SESSION IN 2010!!!!**

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Thanks for voting!! And again GOOD LUCK!!!




Voters don't forget to comment below ~ *In order to be eligible you must NOT be a previous or current client of Leslie Boyd Photography.