Meet Noah.  He’s a fan of NY sports teams – just like Dad.  He has a head of thick, dark hair – just like Mom.  But, he has a personality all his own.  Even at 3 days new, while asleep, Noah was very particular about how I posed him.  He did not like it when I touched his feet, and he insisted that his hands were not to be stacked, one on top of the other.  Mom, you might have your hands full later *wink*.

Please enjoy a few of my favorite shots of handsome Noah!

I love his smile in this one [on the right]!

When I met Noah’s mom, before he was born, we chatted about Dad’s love of the NY Yankees.  So, I had Stitches of Sunshine make an adorable little Yankees beanie for our session.  Every request I make, she outdoes herself.  This hat is so cute.

Noah, thank you for allowing me to capture your newborn cuteness.

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Kyllian’s 6 month session was at the peak of spring here in Arizona.  The orange grove was full of blossoms and smelled so wonderful!  I love the smell of orange blossoms!!  Her sweet, little sun dress was the perfect spring outfit to compliment our setting.  I caught so many sweet shots of this little girl in the very short amount of time that we spent shooting.  Kyllian was not very excited about her portraits, but you definitely can’t tell!  Her smiles, and quiet, serene faces are adorable!  Please enjoy a few of my favorite shots from our session.  Here’s sweet Kyllian.

Isn’t this custom hat from Stitches of Sunshine so, so adorable!?!

Thank you Kyllian for a wonderful session for your 6 month portraits!

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Charlie.  Where do I begin to describe the beauty of Charlie’s 3 month session?  I could start with the long-haul I took, to get to his family’s home, over 3 highways and what seemed to be limitless desert.  I love long drives!  And I love our Arizona desert!  Or I could start with his super adorable mom, who’s red hair I secretly envy! [Ooops, not so secret anymore.]  Or I could start with the kisses his dad gives him, making the love for his new baby boy so apparent.  Or maybe, I should just start with Charlie.

Charlie turned 3 months old a few days before our session.  He didn’t like tummy-time very much, but you wouldn’t know it from the adorable smiles he gave me!  His nursery is sports-themed, of course, and he will undoubtedly grow up to play pro ball.  At least, I hope so

Charlie’s 3 month session was a lot of fun.  We took the focus off of Charlie for a few family shots around their home and in his nursery.  I love lifestyle sessions!  Here’s Charlie and his family.  Enjoy!

Remember those kisses I mentioned earlier?  Super cute, right?!

I love how Mom looked over at Dad in this shot!  Awww!

Their home was positioned perfectly by the mountains, and a golf course – the best of both worlds!  We utilized their gorgeous, arizona view for a quick family shot on their balcony.  Love it!  Then it was on to the nursery.

Aren’t these sheets the cutest?!  And this face – adorable!

Thank you, Charlie, for a wonderful 3 months session.  You are going to grow so fast.

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The other fabulous vendors that made this shoot possible:

Makeup Artist: Stephanie Nault

Hair: Veronica Peebles with Salon Stylush in Old Town Scottsdale

Tuxes: Mr. Formal

And of course, our wonderful models from Recio Jackson Courtier and our lovely bride, with Ford Models.

Please enjoy a few of my favorite shots from our shoot!  Thanks to everyone that made it possible!  You are all amazing!

Mom decided to schedule Drew’s session around the same time that his cousin Wyatt and family were going to be coming into town to visit.  So we were able to get some shots with Wyatt too.  Wyatt and Drew are only about a month apart – isn’t that crazy?  They will get to have so much fun growing up so close in age.

Drew is an extremely happy little boy.  I am in love with his spirit and his chubby arms!

Then it was Wyatt’s turn.  He was a little cranky at first, but with help from Auntie, Mom, and Dad we got some great shots.  He even ended up sleeping for a little bit, which I always love.  And if you like the super cute hats I often use during sessions, check out Stitches of Sunshine.

We took a few more pictures of Drew and his big Brother before heading outside for a couple family shots.  I love this wall in their home, it is a beautiful arrangement of portraits and even includes some from Drew’s newborn session.  So, I had to use this wall for some brothers portraits!  [By the way - what an awesome feeling to walk into your clients' home and see wall portraits that you've taken!  My clients rock!]

We transitioned into outfits Mom brought along, for a few shots that weren’t stylized.  Claire is an extremely happy and expressive little girl for 6 months!  And Nicole was so full of energy and smiles that I definitely got my workout in

We walked around the corner to Paletas Betty for a treat after our portraits, and I couldn’t help snapping a few shots of Nicole as she ate her popsicle.

Thank you Nicole, Claire, Heather and Wendy for a very enjoyable afternoon!  Can’t wait for our next session.

This gorgeous cake was created by the talented Cake Lady.

Marissa and Brandon, thank you for allowing me to be part of your wonderful day!  I wish the two of you only the best!

Vendors for this event:

Floral – Butterfly Petals

Cake – The Cake Lady

Entertainment – DJ One Productions

Venue – Arizona Golf Resort

Photography – Sara Johnson Photography

Marissa and Brandon are a super fun couple!  Remember them from their board games inspired engagement session?  Their wedding matched their fun personalities, while still maintaining simple elegance.  It was held on gorgeous day in February at the Arizona Golf Resort.  I have had a very hard time narrowing down my favorites for this blog post, so I have decided to break it into two posts.  So, please enjoy the story of Marissa and Brandon’s wedding, part I.

Stay tuned for Part II!!

Vendors for this event:

Floral – Butterfly Petals

Cake – The Cake Lady

Entertainment – DJ One Productions

Venue – Arizona Golf Resort

Photography – Sara Johnson Photography

When Luana asked me for some new head shots and a few shots of her practicing massage, I was eager to start our project.  Especially since I would be working with one of the top makeup artists in Arizona, Stephanie Nault.

Please enjoy a few of my favorite shots from our morning portrait session.

Before we started Luana’s head shots, she pulled her friend, Paul, into the shot for a few portraits.  I just loved these!

Trace was just 6 days when I had the pleasure of meeting him and photographing his cuteness!  With a full belly, and sleepy eyes, we started into our session.  But, Trace had different plans.  He wanted to be cuddled first.  And fed again, and cuddled some more.  What a sweetheart!

But, Trace the cuddle-bug eventually had enough of being held, and was content, and allowed me to capture adorable sleepy newborn portraits for his mom and dad.

Please enjoy a few of my favorite shots.  Hats courtesy Stitches of Sunshine (like her on Facebook!)