A VINTAGE NEBOWN : GIANNA

Lyndsee and Dominic are a beautiful couple.  That's why it comes to no surprise that their daughter Gianna is such a doll.  Born on December 9, 2011, Gianna is clearly the center of her parents world.

When I first spoke to Lyndsee, Gianna was only ten days old.  Like any new mom, Lyndsee was excited to document the first precious days of Gianna's life.  More than anything, Lyndsee wanted the photographs to have a soft vintage look to them.  I was BEYOND excited about this idea!  I quickly gathered together my collection of hat boxes and longest string of pearls and headed over to meet little Gianna.

Born at 6 pounds and 1 ounce, Gianna was tiny!  Once we wrapped her in soft whites and pale pinks, baby Gianna was ready for her vintage photo shoot!  Check out some of my favorites below!

Gianna is an italian name that mean's God's grace.  I can't think of a more beautiful name for a child. 

Nothing makes my heart melt like tiny little toes.  

Gianna seemed to pick up on the vibe for the vintage photo shoot as well!  She is a classic beauty in this tweed hat box.

Look at those big beautiful eyes!

I was in love with this small leather couch from the moment I saw it!  It was exactly Gianna's size!

What a sweet smile!

LOVE LOVE LOVE this one!

Almost as cute as tiny toes are little fingers!

I am going to end this post with a sweet photo of baby Gianna in her mother's arms.  Lyndsee and Dominic, your daughter is an absolute doll!  It was such a pleasure to meet your entire family.  I wish you an endless amount of happiness as you embark on this new journey together!  

SNEAK PEEK NEWBORN: BABY GIANNA

The sweet innocence of a newborn never ceases to amaze me. Simply put, they are a beautiful miracle.  On December 9th, little baby Gianna was born, quickly becoming the center of her parents' world.  I had the pleasure of photographing her when she was only 11 days old.  Here is her sneak peek!

BABY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS : OLIVIA

Things are abuzz in the Dale household.  The tree has been put up and the garland has been hung with care.  Tiny Christmas lights shine and beautiful wreaths adorn every door.  Boxes and boxes of presents sit beautifully wrapped under the tree.  As exciting as this time is, Stephanie and John's greatest gift this year came three months earlier.  That's right!  Their first born child, little baby Olivia is here, making this Christmas the best Christmas of all.

A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of photographing baby Olivia's Christmas session!  You might remember Olivia's newborn photos, featured on the blog back in October.  Since it is Christmas Eve, I thought this would be the perfect post to share.  I hope these sweet photos warm your heart during this magical time of year.

Stephanie and John already had multiple ornaments to help remind them of Olivia's first Christmas.  This was one of my favorites! 

Olivia is BEAUTIFUL...just like her mother. 

Stephanie and John are the definition of proud parents!  They can't get enough of their baby girl! 

How could you not fall in love with these beautiful big eyes?

Olivia was absolutely glowing!

All wrapped up under the tree, Olivia is her mommy's favorite gift!

When it started to get late, Olivia's dad tucked her into her pjs and made sure she was snuggled up with her favorite bears.

Right before she went to sleep, Olivia smiled, happy to be spending her first Christmas with a family who loves her so much.  As we celebrate together this season, may the wonder of that first Christmas, the joy of God's abundant blessings, and the peace of Jesus' presence be with you always.  Merry Christmas!

BABY OLIVIA : NEWBORN

It was early in the morning, September 24th to be exact.  With a level of excitement they had never felt before, Stephanie and John hopped in the car and drove to the hospital.  They were ready to meet their sweet baby for the first time.  As it was two weeks before Stephanie's due date, these soon to be parents quickly called all of their family and friends, passing on the exciting news.  Soon there would be a brand new member of the family.  Around 11 a.m. that fall morning, Olivia Anne Dale made her way out of her mommy's belly and into her loving parents arms.  At 6 pounds, 3 ounces, little Olivia was the most beautiful thing Stephanie and John had ever seen.

Last Thursday I was so blessed to photograph Olivia's newborn pictures at only five days old!  I hope you enjoy the pictures of this beautiful baby girl as much as I do!

Olivia was so excited to have her picture taken, she started dancing in front of my camera!  She is a natural STAR!

This little girl had an endless amount of expressions!  I am totally IN LOVE with the one above.

Stephanie and John holding little Olivia in their arms.  I couldn't help sneaking around the side to grab this picture of her tiny toes!

Snuggled up in a blue Tiffany's box, this baby girl already has impeccable taste.  

Olivia's small fingers were constantly grasped around her mommy and daddy's comforting hands. 

Half way through the shoot, baby Olivia drifted to sleep.  Here I think it looks like she could be floating on a cloud.  

Proud new papa.  

There is SO much to LOVE in these two pictures!  Stephanie, you look AMAZING!  Who can fit into a gown five days after giving birth?  You and Olivia look like you belong in another world, one where fairy princesses rule over the kingdom.

Olivia loves her mommy's "push present" almost as much as Stephanie does.  This engraved Tiffany's necklace from John is absolutely beautiful.

Olivia is ready for fall!

Congratulations Stephanie and John on the new addition to you family!  It was an honor capturing memories of Olivia in her earliest days.  I wish you all a life filled with happiness and love!