happy first birthday, jacob!

I love getting to see the little ones grow up--they are so very precious! And it's astounding to see how much they change over a year!

We visited Downtown Durham (near and dear to my heart!) one fine Saturday morning, and little Jacob's cuteness was overwhelming! I love it!

elena, chris and kim: carrboro newborn photographer

it's been a very busy last two months, but I am looking forward to catching up on blogging now that I'm done with all of my weddings for the year! I still have some shoots coming up this weekend and while I'm in Oklahoma and Texas for the holidays, but after that it's time to bundle up and enjoy the winter!

also, please keep an eye out for a giveaway coming out VERY soon!

in the meantime...is this little gal adorable or what? she and her fabulous parents let me come to visit them in their beautiful home! I just loved their style--I kept seeing things in their house and thinking how I'd love to have something like that in a future home!



little elena was such a peach! I can't wait to see how much she has changed since I took these!

kai, chrissy and kris: durham newborn photographer

one of the best parts about photographing newborns is that I often get to visit my clients' homes and see where they live, how they decorate and all that jazz. definitely an enlightening thing!

with chrissy, kris and kai, it was awesome to see how much they looooove photos--they had photos all over their house! pictures from their wedding, engagement photos, arts photos of places they'd traveled, pictures of their friends, pictures of family, etc. and now, I'm betting their walls are covered with pictures of their handsome little boy, kai.



all of the items on that shelf were important to them--kris' baby shoes and body building trophies, chrissy's bridal portrait, pictures of their family, souvenirs from trips they'd taken, thoughtful gifts they'd been given, etc. I loved giving them a picture that had so many sentimental items included!

I could blog pictures of this family all day--but instead I encourage you to go check out their album in the cream-of-the-crop section on my portrait site!

little baby evan: durham newborn photographer

this little boy is one the smiling-est babies I've seen in a long time. if you look at the one in the red shirt you'll see his smile--he looked like that 5 minutes into the session, and it was almost like he was waving and saying "hey carrie, nice to meet ya!" my heart melted, I'm not gonna lie. :)



little evan was an answer to his mommy and daddy's prayers, and it was incredible to see the love that just poured forth from them. and I can't wait to see that love in a tangible form--that is, when david draws a picture of evan. check out his AMAZING work, here. my husband matt and I can't wait to have him draw one of our wedding photos for us too! such talent, such love, this family is incredible!

jackson (jack) john: raleigh newborn photographer

you've already met jack's super-cute parents (see their maternity photos here) and now it's time to meet their super-cute little dude!



he was seven days old in these photos--and every bit as cute and cuddly as the day he was born. he was only eleven hours old in this picture. :)



and blogging about this particular session gives me a chance to share a new product with you--my new calendar!



I'm including one with every newborn session taken between august and december this year, AND if you booked a portrait package with me, I'll be giving you one for also! Want a calendar for your wedding or family photos? No problem! I can custom design one for you! Calendar pricing starts at $20, please contact me for details!

mary, don, will, drew and landon: tulsa family photographer

I can't believe how long it's been since I met the fabulous lady in these pictures--I was a college freshman and new member of Kappa Delta and she was a TU alum and very integral to the operation of our chapter. So of course it was AMAZING when she asked me to take pictures of her and her gorgeous family!

these are the kiddos--Will (the oldest), Drew (next in line) and Landon (littlest bro)--aren't they cuties?





and they make such an adorable family!





thanks again you all!

ryan, beth and addison: raleigh newborn photographer

it was a joy to work with sweet little addison and her kind parents, ryan and beth. it is clear that they are so excited to have a family of three!





addison was so curious about everything going on--she didn't want to miss a thing! and she just looked absolutely precious!





she and her daddy love to share sweet little kisses...


I'm looking forward to next month--I can't wait to see how she has grown and changed!

jenny & jacob: durham family and child photographer

isn't little jacob just a peach? he was in SUCH a good mood and just smiled and smiled and laughed!



and he has gotten VERY good at sitting all by himself!



the gardens were GORGEOUS and I just love how these turned out!

nellie nora; durham newborn photographer

what a precious little girl!

two and a half weeks after we took these--little nellie arrived!

she is just gorgeous!


and her mom and dad are so in love with her...it's just adorable.





I love how she would cuddle up into the crook of their arms or neck--she always wanted to nuzzle in closer.





and these two just make me happy--mom and daughter. I think nellie will love these pictures when she's older!





in daddy's arms.



so cute!

julie and luke: durham maternity photographer

I love photographing couples. Plain and simple. And couples with a baby on the way are a special treat--because there's all that love between them, and also all the love they have for their child, and the anticipation too!

With Julie and Luke it was no different--plus, they were up for pretty much anything, so that made it even more fun!





such sweetness!



and love!



Julie and Luke waited until something like 5 days before her due date to do the maternity photos! And doesn't she just look incredible! I've already met their little girl, so stay tuned for her precious pictures, soon!

darcy, darryl and rich: durham family and newborn photographer

little darcy was alert and adorable! and she didn't seem to mind the camera, either!

look how precious she is!


and here are ones with her mom and dad--such a precious time in their lives!


sometimes little ones do the cutest things all on their own--here's a good example. I placed those blocks down and within seconds little darcy put her foot just so!



and you can tell she already loves her parents so very much!

the knight family: tulsa family photographer

Meet B, P and their son, P.

B and I were in Girl Scouts together, once upon a time. We lost touch, but then as luck would have it, we ended up living just down the hall from each other our freshman year of college. And we have stayed in touch ever since. :)

B is also the first person to ever purchase one of my photos, and has been a huge help and supporter as I've climbed out on this I'm-a-photographer limb. She is also one talented artist!

but back to the photoshoot and their adorable son....

I love this one of B and baby P--and the giraffe makes me giggle! It is like 5 feet tall and has enviable eyelashes! :)



and I think P posed for this classic ring shot--could it BE more perfect?


I love how you can just tell what proud parents they are! They are beaming!


And lest you think I left him out, P (the Dad) is an extraordinarily talented musician. And a very talented teacher, too! In this picture you can see both of his babies--his son and his new guitar!



I can't wait to see how he has grown! See you all in a few weeks!

molly, eric, nick, lauren and alex: tulsa family photographer

I have known Molly since...since...hmm. Well, we met at church camp in I *think* 7th grade. Or, rather, the summer before 7th grade. It feels like a few lifetimes ago!

And though we have kept in touch (thank you, facebook!) the last time I saw her I held her youngest son in my arms. So it was about time! And it was great to meet all of her kiddos I'd heard so much about!

such a beautiful family!



here's just the parents...



and their cute kiddos!


after the kids lost interest in the pictures, I took Molly and Eric outside for some couples pics. This is one of my favorites!

the warrens and family: morrisville family photographer

it was such a pleasure to see this family again! and that they brought more their family!





here's the whole group--and are they cute cousins or what?




and this session brought me my favorite photography quote EVER. Apparently, once they got in the car, A said to his mother "Mom, I don't like Miss Carrie...I LOVE her."

melts.
my.
heart.

:)