Next up on the blog is one of my favorite local families. Technically this year it was just the sisters participating, but I know it took a family effort to make it happen! (And I think their mom deserves an award for finding the absolute best outfits for each session!!) Due to the early sunset time and typical crazy fall schedules (x3 with these talented, involved girls), we had less than 30 minutes to make magic together. With their personalities and boundless energy, I had no doubt we would be successful. Looking back, I definitely think we nailed it. We started at a tiny field near Blue Marsh Lake that had the perfect pops of fall color left on the trees, and then finished up at one of my favorite spots on the Penn State Berks campus. Thanks again for trusting me with your portraits, Mauro Family! And thank you for the smiles and laughs, as usual. I hope you all have the most incredible 2022.
Kelly + Aron | Lehigh Valley Engagement Session | Pennsylvania Wedding Photographer
Kelly and Aron’s engagement session blog was another victim of my crazy fall season… and I’m making up for it now! We met up at a family property in the Lehigh Valley this past fall and spent the evening laughing together (and picking a few of the neighbor’s flowers) under some incredible Golden Hour light. I know their November wedding is going to be so much fun to photograph, and I can’t wait! Congratulations again, Kelly and Aron, and I promise not to slack so badly on your wedding day blog when that time rolls around.
Leesport, Pennsylvania Fall Child Session | Xavier (Class of 2029)
Xavier and his mommy were some of my very first clients when I just started chasing after this photography dream of mine. It has been such a joy watching Xavier grow up, and seeing his personality develop over the years. He is such a character (I mean that in the best way), and always keeps me on my toes! I always take way too many photos during our time together, mostly because he is so expressive, so full of joy, and he's always on the move! Our session a week ago was no different!
I was looking forward to our fall session for weeks! But, the forecast that day was looking ominous. Xavier's mom found a perfect location for us that would allow Xavier's personality to shine through, and where we could take cover if Mother Nature had different plans for our session that day. When we arrived, the skies were cloudy and gray, and there was intermittent rain... that turned into a full downpour right at the end of the our session. The location ended up being perfect, though. It was landscaped beautifully, provided us cover when we needed it, and even offered up some interesting props that Xavier was crazy about! You'll have to check out the photos to see for yourself!
Thank you, Audrey, for trusting me to capture these moments for your incredible family. And thank you, Xavier, for providing me with countless smiles when I photograph you and again when I edit all of the photos from your sessions! I love reliving these moments over and over again when I look through your photos.
I hope you enjoy a few of my favorite photos from our time together.