I photograph a lot of families. In fact, they are my most favorite people to work with!

Give me a bunch of (usually related) people that I’ve (more often than not) never met and it’s always a recipe for success.

As your strange new photographer, I get to ask you to do things you’d normally never do.

Like snuggle with a sister.

Tackle a brother.

Or push over your grandma*! (*No grandmas were harmed in the making of these photos.)

And sometimes it’s awkward. And sometimes you hate it. But sometimes it’s fun.

And sometimes you laugh a lot too. (And then swear you’ll never hire me ever again.)

Hannah - thank you SO much for inviting me to photograph your lovely family! It’s such a privilege to meet the people closest to you and I am so grateful. Much love to all of you!!

Birthdays don’t have to be complicated.

Sometimes all you need is some ice cream.

Maybe some sprinkles too.

A few big hugs from those who love you.

And a little bit of joy.

Riley, you bring the joy wherever you go! I hope that you have many many many birthdays and that every single one is full of ice cream, sprinkles, hugs (and kisses), and a whole lot of joy. You are SO loved!