PORTRAIT: THE AUZAS

Last Monday, I did a session with a beautiful family from Tomball. The Auzas helped me a great deal when I first moved to Houston. I don't know where I would be today without them. Although we're still in close contact and don't live too far away from each other, I was still just as excited to take photos of them as if I haven't seen them in a long time!

PORTRAIT: CHRISTMAS PHOTOS

Since I didn't shoot anyone's Christmas photos this year, I decided to post the ones I did for me and my fiancé, Sarah. Because these are my own pics, I'd like to share how these shots were achieved using complex lighting and a little forethought.

First, let me show you the pictures...

PORTRAIT: THE RIVERS

Last Saturday was such a beautiful day. The sky was clear and it was cool with a mild breeze. There couldn't be a more perfect day for the Rivers family to come out and take pictures just in time for Christmas. With seasonal ties for the boys and yuletide colors to match, these guys were full of the holiday spirit!

The two boys were especially fun - and funny. See, I grew up with four brothers and no sisters. I couldn't stop but laugh with all the "love" the two kids were showing each other. That included a swift swing of makeshift cardboard bats in the impromptu sword fight that ensued later in the session. It reminded me of my own fun, carefree childhood.

So, we spent a good hour and a half taking some excellent portraits and called it a day. Jennifer, thank you for letting me photograph your beautiful family. I wish you all a blessed and very Merry Christmas!

PORTRAIT: JACKI'S FAMILY

Jacki is an old friend of mine from way back. She wanted to update pics of her children who are growing fast, especially the little one! We chose the Rob Fleming Park in The Woodlands area. Those of you who have seen my bluebonnet session would know that it's the same place. Very nice park indeed.

PORTRAIT: MARY & KARA

The Texas Bluebonnet is probably the most recognizable flower in the entire state of Texas. Come spring of each year these pretty flora pop up everywhere. Sometimes, in the most dangerous places - along Texas highways. But Mary knew better and picked a safe place to take pictures with her daughter Kara. I had so much fun watching mother and daughter goof around in what has become a modern Texas tradition.

PORTRAIT: GRACE

Today was an exciting day! I got to take pictures of a very cute baby named Grace. We set out to Candy Cane park which had a lot of colorful playground sets. Grace was very patient with me and did a great job posing for the camera. She even tried to grab it! Here's a sneak peek. More pictures at the Client Gallery.