cheaper by the dozen...almost...

Well, this was the largest family session I've done to date...11 people! I had a great time with them though - such a beautiful, fun-loving family!
I was a little anxious for this shoot, especially since it was supposed to rain all day - and there is only so much you can do with 11 people indoors. But, thankfully, the rain stopped soon after I got there and we were able to go outside for pictures!
I had some fun ideas, and they had some too (the tree picture below was their idea with my twist - and I love it!). I really love being able to capture people interacting with each other, laughing and just expressing true joy. Those are the moments that are so fleeting, yet so special. Several of the pictures below depict that...and are therefore my favorites (but don't worry, I also got the "smiling at the camera" shots). :)





Dad was behind me in this one, doing something...I have no idea what...I probably don't want to know! :)








This is Amanda and her boyfriend - she surprised her mom with this family photoshoot. Such a great gift!