Christmas Tree Farm Family Photos

Hi Friends! It's that time of year again to gather together for a beautiful memorable family photo.  This year, we decided to take it outside and take a few fun shots at a local Christmas Tree Farm here in town. There is something so magical about a Christmas Tree, it not only brightens up the Christmas Holiday, the smell brings back so many wonderful memories as a child creating a nostalgia atmosphere every time I walk into our living room. Minus the pine-needles that seem to pile up on the floor seconds after cleaning up the previous pile, if left up to me, I would keep our tree up year around. Yes, I'm that crazy Christmas nut that can't seem to get enough of the holiday spirit. So, when we found this Christmas Tree farm (via a friend on Facebook), I thought it would be a fun and unique way to capture our family this holiday season. With the last minute decision to schedule a family photo shoot, I didn't have enough time to hire a photographer. So I packed up my camera and tripod, threw a few outfits together for the fam that somewhat coordinated and off to the tree farm we went. Here are a few photos out of A LOT of no-so-pretty attempts that might make a frame or two :)

After we arrived home, I went to Minted.com to work on our Christmas Cards. I love their designs and website and they always deliver the best product every year.  Be sure to check back here next week, as I will be sharing more on my Christmas Card Design experience with them and might even have a little something special for Fawn Over Baby Readers!

Our First At-Home Sibling Photos

Hi friends! Today I'm sharing a few sibling photos that I couldn't wait to capture when I was pregnant. You know those sweet shots of Big Siblings laying side by side their baby brother or sister. Baby gazing adorably over at their big and vice versa. Nothing but sweet expressions and smiles. That's what I imagined anyway. Well our sibling photos didn't quite turn out as I imagined but I couldn't be more in love with how they came out. I couldn't get the "perfect" shot but what I did get was a genuine and real capture  of our first week home with our baby boy. I'm so proud of Kenzie and her enthusiasm and patience when it comes to her baby brother. When he begins to cry, she goes right into mommy-mode and I couldn't be more happy to have our healthy baby home adjusting wonderfully to his bright new world. I hope you enjoy these little dandy shots that are full of fun and frazzle that we will definitely cherishby for many years to come. :)

This is Kenzie's new photography pose- her "funny face". Every time the camera comes out, so does that little tongue. I'm picking and choosing my battles at this point. 

Big Sister & Baby Brother Tee: Designs By Manon on Etsy; Brother's Shorts: Tiny ExplorersCC on Etsy.

Stunning Nursery + Newborn Session By Candy Howard Photography

Hi Fawn Friends! I am so excited to share a sweet little nursery and newborn photo session with you today! Captured by the amazing North Carolina based photographer, Candy Howard - this sweet family exudes love and happiness. Surrounded by the angelic pale pink and gray tones of their baby girl's nursery which is accented with intricate furniture pieces and stunning accessories, this space creates a warm and inviting oasis perfect for a precious newborn baby girl to call home.  Photographer Candy made sure that all family members were included, so their furry four-legged family member made an appearance making for the perfect capture of a special moment in time that will forever be cherished.

Source: Candy Howard Photography

Nursery Crib: Blythe Collection- Pottery Barn Kids (Vintage Gray)
Nursery Dresser & Topper: Blythe Collection-Pottery Barn Kids (Vintage Gray)
Chandelier: From Local Lighting Store
Monogram: Found locally
Elephant Rocker: Pottery Barn Kids
Rocker: Upholstered Wing Back from local store
Wall Color: Revere Pewter by Benjamin Moore (matte finish)

Cozy In-Home Newborn Session By Brooke Whitney Photography

Hi Friends! Happy Monday! To help start your week off with some incredible cuteness, I have a precious newborn session to share with you by talented photographer, Brooke Whitney Photography! Located in Atlanta, Brooke is a self-taught amazing photographer who specializes in family and newborn lifestyle photography. Today I am sharing her beautiful capture of sweet baby Sally shortly after she arrived and settled in at home.  I love the way Brooke captured this adorable family enjoying this special time in an environment that is familiar and comfortable to them. Her candid approach, offers natural and authentic images that produce timeless photos that will be forever cherished and adored. With loads of adorable facial expressions and lots of smiles, this sweet baby girl and her adoring family will definitely fill your screen with nothing but love, happiness and cuteness! Let's all say hello to precious Baby Sally!

 

 Source: Brooke Whitney Photography