Wayyyy Overdue: Racquel & Casey's (Engagement) - Salem, OR Engagement Photographer

You know an engagement blog is overdue when you just shot the wedding two days before.

Getting to know their families over the weekend has helped me get to know these two individuals so much, and see why they love one another so sweetly.

Here's a few photos from our engagement shoot!

Lucas Tibbs - Salem, OR Newborn Photographer

You may remember Matt & Beth, I took maternity pictures of them not long ago. They have to be one of the sweetest couples I've met, they sincerely love and care for one another and in moments of meeting them they felt like dear friends.

Lucas was born July 16 at 3:55 AM, ten days AFTER the due date. Yikes! Way to push through mom! he was 9.2 lbs and 21 inches long.

When I met him he was...12..? Yes, about 12 days old and as awake and lively as ever. As you can see, he didn't sleep much, he was rather attentive and interested in the camera. Bonus!

I just can't get over how cute he is, I'm sure you'll agree. I don't usually throw this word around but he truly is precious! And already has quite a bit of character shining through as you'll see in his quirky little expressions!

Alright, without further ado, Lucas!

Ashli & Lexi - Salem, OR Photographer

Meet my dear friend, Ashli Sprinkel, or as my nephew Isaiah calls her, Sprinkel-Face-Head.

She's been such an amazing girl that's been there for numerous adventures, mishaps, and other outings.

For her birthday I gave her a gift certificate... to do photos with her little wiener dog Lexi, who's such a cutie! Take a look!

Ryan Loy (senior Rep) - Salem Oregon Senior Photographer

Ryan Loy is a 2010 Senior Rep for Salem Academy. He's the younger brother of my dearest friend Megan, son to two fun parents, Debbie & Bob, and really great guy. I'll make this short as these are just some previews from our session last week...but I gotta tell you we had a lot of fun and I can't wait to share all the amazing shots we got! Stay tuned for the rest.

Paakki Family - Salem, OR Family Photographer

Travis. Brianna. Molly. Kiley.

Meet Travis, fun, loving, sweet father to these three beautiful girls. Each of them had unique personalities from one another, and it took moments to see each one's little quirks shine through. The Paakki family was so lots of fun to spend the evening with, and boy did they keep my on my toes!

I met with them in Bush park and in spite of our constant battle to keep little miss Kiley happy, we kept it fresh!