Precious Kate was baptized on Easter Sunday– talk about a great day to be baptized and bringing newness into your life!  I took a few photos of the family post-service, and then met Kate and her mama today to do some actual portraits of Kate in her dress.  Kate was just so perfect today and during her baptism– she is one happy baby!  Now let me TELL you about that dress.  Kate’s maternal grandmother made it for her granddaughters to wear, so Kate’s cousin wore it a couple years ago for her own baptism.   I honestly don’t have the slightest clue how you even begin to go about making something that exquisite.  We actually were stopped by a few people today who couldn’t resist seeing the dress up close.

When she wasn’t trying to stick her fingers in her mouth today, Kate was grinning because her mama would start singing “You are My Sunshine.”  (That’s a favorite at my house, too.)  So, so sweet.  Love this family.

Ok, this is some serious posing, don’t you think??

 

You may remember Mindy and Barry from a few weeks back.  Well, their sweet little guy made his debut last Friday.  Amazingly, Mindy worked (as a teacher) until two days before her due date (Saturday).  That is serious dedication.

Sawyer was hands-down the best newborn sleeper I’ve ever had for a session!  I actually lost count of how many different set-ups and props we got to use because he was so awesome… and out cold.  I’m sure it was a combination of fabulous genes, the toasty house (they listened to my advice and cranked up the heat!), and a full tummy.  Mindy had tons of ideas, thanks to Pinterest, so it was fun figuring out ways we could try some similar shots.  (I’ll write a post soon about how doing this is fab for a shoot in my opinion.)  Without further ado, here is Sawyer: