Because I still slave at ye olde Weatherford Democrat newspaper from 8-5, I rarely get the chance to do weekday sessions. But whenever I have a morning off, I try to take advantage of the sweet morning light if I possibly can!
This morning, I had so much fun with the Jones family. They’re just such sweet people, and Aidan is such a big flirt! For those of you unfamiliar with the family… that’d be the baby, not the husband!![]()
Their session was a mix of the traditional and my more casual style, and I think we got some great stuff both ways! And, as usual, I’ll save my favorite shot for last…


And finally, let’s have a little before and after action, shall we? After all, you pay for two different things when you hire me. You pay for the shots straight out of camera… the moments I catch, the angles I use, etc. The kind of raw file I come home with after a session looks something like this:
But you’re also paying for the work that goes in after the fact… making the images the best they can possibly be! And I think, while the first shot was frameable, this “after” really captures that whole “Hey guys, what about me?!?!” vibe Aidan was putting off. It’s one of my favorite family pictures EVER!
Thanks for stopping by, and, as always, tell me what you think!
By the end of the weekend, I’ll have at least three gals’ worth of boudoir sneaks, as well as some equine-centric Trash The Dress shots, so stay tuned!
xoxo
by Chelsea
Kristi - Super cute! Thanks Chelsea!!! I can’t wait to share with others! This will definitely get your name to those I’m around.
amber - amazing. love the last shot too…made me go awww….
Amanda - Someday I’ll have a family, and you can shoot us . . . with your camera. Cute shots. I’m kinda crazy about the bluebonnets when they bloom. I do like that last pic, especially after your edits. I’m all about the POP.
BreAnn - Absolutely beautiful! The colors are outstanding, and of course, the family is very lovely. Way to go Chels! Another great one
Grom - Good Stuff! I can’t wait to get one of Aidan on my fridge with the rest! Love you and your work.
taylor - the kid is so darn cute! these are great.