Tag Archives: Child Photography

Photographing Babies & Toddlers {Downers Grove Family Photography}

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My friend & I were laughing today about the magic of photography. You would never know by looking at these photos that in between the laughter & smiles, there were some tears, fears, and lots of snot. That is the nature of working with babies & toddlers. But, I love it & can relate to the mama as I have 3 kiddos myself who have all been there, done that. You work with it, go with the flow & in the meantime, you get to capture those sweet memories of their little lives. Happy 1st Birthday little Miss N!

 

Please don’t forget to enter my Scripture art giveaway! I will choose a winner Sunday night as we are leaving town right now!

 

Grace & Peace,

Julie

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My Kids {Downers Grove Family Photography}

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Oh, how I love my kiddos. We spent a grand hour scouting locations for some fun photography & it’s all the better when they are actually excited for mama to take their photo AGAIN. {Well, at least 2 of the 3 were into it this time!} They picked the spots & poses & I shot away. How did you spend your lovely autumn afternoon?

 

Grace & Peace,

Julie

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Pumpkin-Poos Turns 6 {and a Life Verse Design Psalm 118 giveaway winner!}

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Oh, my sweet little Pumpkin-Poos. You will turn 6 on Sunday. SIX.

I cannot believe how fast these years have gone, but some things remain: you are totally a mama’s girl & love being with me. You still wake up every morning around 5 a.m. & come down, crawl into our bed & snuggle your daddy {cuz you know I will not snuggle you then!} You still slip your hand into mine every time we are on a walk & I am counting my lucky stars that you still walk hand-in-hand with me, knowing someday that will cease & you’ll be off scootering with your big brother & sister. You are full of joy, singing throughout the day. You are my free spirit & wild one. You LOVE puppies & now have about 35 stuffed dogs in your collection. You are sensitive. You eat like a Chen. You are full of creativity. You tell me countless stories of your imaginary grandma day after day. Your life has taught me so much about trusting God, His plans, His ways, and His faithfulness. I am SO thankful for YOU!

YOU will always be my little Pumpkin-Poos.

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You may recognize this cute little one from these baby images of her & her Daddy Bear. My pregnancy with her was what motivated me to create Scripture art for the home.

It’s amazing what God does when you do not expect it.

OH & the winner of the Psalm 118 This Is the Day art is:

Stephanie Vander Wal

Email me your address at lifeverse@gmail.com

OK, off to celebrate for the weekend with Grandma & Grandpa!

Grace & Peace,

Julie

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{Downers Grove Photography} Little Man

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This little man was such a joy to photograph. I shot these last spring, after his first communion. We share a love of soccer, so I was glad his mom brought his uniform & I got to witness his slick skills! He is also a friend of my daughter, one of her kickball buddies at recess, who is sadly moving away.

All the best to you, Little Man! You are your parents’ pride & joy and loved so much!

 

OH… TODAY is the last day to enter to win my 12×18 Serenity Prayer inspirational art! Go HERE to enter a comment to win!

 

Grace & Peace,

Julie

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{Downers Grove Photography} Twins + a Little Sis

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In high school & college, I babysat for my art teacher’s boy/girl twins. They were the best of friends and this family gave me a little glimpse back to that bond I saw in twins’ lives.

 

Oh, we had a ball. What was also so awesome was how willing that 7th grade brother was in front of the camera, how crazy their little sister was, and how beautiful those eyes are against the deep green grass. Thank you “P” family for allowing me to capture these memories!

 

If any of you are interested, I am having a giveaway that ends tomorrow night! Go here to find out more details.

 

Grace & Peace,

Julie

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