Kara Fresh 48 | Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean County Photography

Welcome to the World

And she is absolutely gorgeous!  Katt and Chad welcomed their first born, a little lady named Kara Marie, on February 28th!  Of course I needed to visit them and meet this little beauty, but also to capture some Fresh 48 photos of their squishy bundle of joy!  I am over the moon for them and I know they will be amazing parents!  Welcome to the world, Kara Marie!  You are in good hands and surrounded by so many people who love you!

Scarlett Turns Three | Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean County Photography

My favorite little mermaid is back and this time she is turning three!  Scarlett is a longtime client of mine and a very memorable one, hence the mermaid reference!  She is absolutely adorable, exploding with personality, and unbelievably charming!  I love capturing her and her families beautiful memories and I look forward to all the future sessions with them!  Happy birthday Scarlett, stay fierce!

Valentine's Mini Winner | Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean County Photography

Happy Valentine's Day to me because I got to spend my afternoon with this handsome fella!  Carter was the free winner of a Valentine's Day mini in honor of our 6 year anniversary in business.  He also happens to be a returning client so I've had the joy of seeing his handsome smile light up the room on many occasions.  Him and his family are near and dear to my heart and this little guy was trying to steal my heart for Valentine's Day!

Lailani Fresh 48 | Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean County Photography

I absolutely love Fresh 48 sessions because there is truly nothing sweeter then a newborn baby.  Beautiful Lailani entered the world and brought joy to her family.  It was amazing to catch these happy parents cherishing their first moments with their new little girl.  Congratulations and best wishes for your new addition.  I hope to work with you again soon!

Mason Valentine's Mini | Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean County Photography

Returning client Mason joined me in the studio this weekend for some sweet Valentine's Day fun!  He is always such a fun, easy-going boy...even if he does fall asleep often, right mom?  What a fun photo tradition!  I love when families have those, it's just too cute!  Happy Valentine's Day, handsome boy!

5th Birthday Photos | Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean County Photography

I have had the pleasure of working with Jackson and his family for many, many years now.  We've captured so many memories like Christmas, Fall minis, Valentine's Day photos, and more!  Well this time I joined them for Jackson's fifth birthday photos and I just can't believe he's five already!  We spent the evening at the beautiful historic Manahawkin train because his birthday theme was...Trains!  Wishing you the happiest of birthdays and may all your dreams come true!

Liberty's Baptism | Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean County Photography

I am very fortunate to be working with Nick, Erin, and Liberty Grace again.  I last saw them at her precious newborn session and I was thrilled to be working with them again for this beautiful occasion.  Thank you so much for allowing me to capture more of your families lifelong memories.  God bless Liberty Grace, today and always!

Stafford Wedding | Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean County Photography

And so the adventure begins today for Kevin and Carolanne as they embark on a new journey as Mr. and Mrs. Umberger!  They had a very intimate ceremony that I was blessed to be a part of to capture their first moments as husband and wife!  Best wishes, you two!  May your love continue to grow year after year!

Studio Session | Jersey Shore Photographer | Ocean County Photography

Little girls make the world sweeter and Emma did just that when she visited the studio this week for her session.  This adorable little one was just too cute!  I hope to work with Emma and her family again in the future.  Dream big baby girl!

Baby Girl Turns One | First Birthday Party | Jersey Shore Photographer

Since you all have so generously allowed me to capture your family memories, I thought I'd share some of mine from with you.  While I was busy photographing newborns, watermelon sessions, sunflowers, wildflowers, and so much more, I was also planning for my littlest love turning ONE!  I fought back tears ordering her smash cake and onesie, as I did when my son reached this milestone age.  I love smash cake sessions, and of course, our new splash baths, but when it's your own baby it's so bittersweet that it hurts.  Thankfully it went off without a hitch as my baby girl devoured her cake and was quite impressed with herself and the mess she made.  Once it was over and she had a nice layer of icing all over her face, it was time to clean up!  She splashed herself clean and kept smiling for the camera.  I just can't believe this little girl of mine is already one, how did this happen so fast?

A few days after her photo session at our studio, we celebrated her birthday with our beloved friends and family.  Her Winnie the Pooh themed party was nothing short of amazing.  We enjoyed great entertainment, delicious cake and cookies, and lovely conversation.  These are the moments we live for and will cherish for a lifetime.  A special thank you to Raechel, our associate photographer, for catching all the great memories made on our special day.  I am so grateful to have you on my team, not just for photography purposes, but as an important person in our lives