EJ & Cindy (by liz)

So the amount of brain power at this wedding was second to none. These two Wash U grads are both scientists (in real life - sounds like something I would have said I wanted to be when I grew up!) I swear I can't remember what they are experimenting with exactly, but I'm pretty sure there are plenty of molecules involved. And there I was taking my "artistic" logicless photos all day! Now, taking photographs does not require a whole lot of brain power, but I do have a unique skill set. And this was a beautiful day to put it to good use. Such a fun wedding party group...at one point the men did the "blue steel" face from Zoolander while the girls shouted out "BAM!" And then I started laughing so hard I missed some good photos. :) Enjoy! Wedding at Washington University Catholic Student Center and reception at Windows on Washington.

DSA round four: Abby & Allison (by kristie)

Next up... the lovely, lovely Abby and Allison...

DSA round three: Zach and family (by kristie)

This family is so much fun! (honestly, I can't imagine how mom and dad keep all the sports schedules together! but, I can relate to Mackenzie, as I grew up with four brothers and no sisters. she's a tough little soccer player)

This session FLEW by, as we were all over the place - some quick posed shots, off to pretend the train was running over us (which I personally find HILARIOUS), playing soccer and softball, then crashing in the grass.

I probably was out of breath when I went to meet my next session, hopefully I didn't scare them ;-) wink.

Zach and his family preview:

DSA round two: Catrina (by kristie)

Here is a preview of the second session with Miss Catrina. She was a little shy at first, but by the end she was whipping out all her fabulous model poses for me :)
Thanks Catrina!

DSA round one: Mercedez (by kristie)

I just had a really fun weekend photographing some really fun kids!!
I have the pleasure of shooting for the Down Syndrome Association of St. Louis this year. (By the way... The Buddy Walk in Forest Park is this coming Sunday, June 8. Click here to get involved!)

We decided to take some portrait sessions this summer for DSA to use in their advertising. I met some great families on Main Street in St. Charles Saturday, then in Francis Park on Sunday. Thank you to all my families and all my great little models! I will keep posting this week until all the sessions are up...

Here are a few sneak previews from my first session with Mercedez and her brother Seth:

Little girl on the way (by liz)

A couple of weeks ago I met up with my very, very good friends Amy & Mike to take a few maternity portraits. First a little back story. About, oh, 4 months ago or so Amy and I had a "discussion" as to when to take her maternity portraits. I was voting for late May and she was thinking more around early April would be appropriate. I was afraid she wouldn't look pregnant enough and she was worried about looking too pregnant. So after a few negotiations (she used to give in to me all the time - I don't know what has happened lately!) we settled on May 11th...mothers day. What day could be more fitting for our little outing? Well, dare I say I'm VERY glad we waited until at least mid May because Amy still has what most people would refer to as a "cute little bump." We met up at Amy's parent's house and after rearranging some furniture we were well on our way to some beautiful photos. I could not be happier for two of my very best friends. You guys will be wonderful parents, and I am so excited for you both! However that does not mean I change diapers. :)