Sometimes when I tell new parents how beautiful their new baby is (or babies are!), I hear “Oh, you must say that to everyone!” And to some extent it’s very true. There are moments when I’m photographing and I pause to look at this precious new life and it makes me catch my breath.

These twins were extra special. Born 6 weeks premature and photographed at 11 days old, they were so tiny and perfect in every way- a double handful of love.

Brother and sister, best friends now and always. At birth, brother weighed half a pound more and was one inch longer than his sister, the elder by one minute.

Miss M has the sweetest, most delicate features. She’s also a smiler and I caught a few grins!

Handsome Mr K loved curling up. Judging by his big blue eyes, I think he’s going to be a charmer!

Pink and blue looks great on this family!

I can’t wait to watch Miss M and Mr. K grow up. They’re surrounded by so much love. Thank you, mom and dad, for inviting me into your home to document your precious babies.

Just before the holidays, I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph this beautiful family on a perfect Hawaii morning. Our first session date was rained out, but we were able to reschedule a few days later and the weather couldn’t have been better. I’m happy to say that this image was ordered as a large gallery wrapped canvas, and I’m looking forward to seeing a photo of it hanging in their home.

All three children were a delight, and got along so well. Baby brother adores his big sister and brother, and they were so patient and gentle with him.

The baby of the family shares the same name as my oldest, and some of the same personality traits- he was definitely happiest with his mama! She got the biggest smiles from him. This was his first real beach outing and he did very well.

Meanwhile, the older two were off exploring tidepools inhabited by a few fish and several tiny hermit crabs. I couldn’t believe how many they caught!

Thank you again, K family, for a wonderful morning. I hope your portraits will always bring back memories of a beautiful morning spent exploring the beach together!