Erica Rankin Photography

Engaged: Adam and Jessica

2012-02-09T12:33:00.000-08:00

Meet Adam and Jessica. They are getting married this spring, after having known each other since seventh grade! Of course, there was more "cootie-chasing" than hand-holding in those days. But now they are all grown up and madly in love. I can tell by the way Adam looks at Jessica when she laughs, and the way she snuggles against him as if she always belonged there. So. Darn. Cute.

Adam and Jessica, I had a lovely afternoon with you. Enjoy your sneak peek!

Destination Riviera Maya: Travis and Jessica

2012-01-22T15:01:00.000-08:00

What do you do when your destination/outdoor/beach wedding gets rained out? Well, you smile like the awesome people you are and go to plan B: hold the ceremony under a covered gazebo, and make a quick plan for day-after/trash the dress photos. These particular awesome people are Travis and Jessica, who were kind enough to hold their winter wedding (and take me along!) in Riviera Maya, Mexico.

Yeah, when you see the weather map looking like this, you pretty much know you are getting soaked. ALL DAY. So much for the rainy season being over with in Mexico!

Travis and Jess elected to do a "first look" so we would have plenty of time for photos. I love it when brides and grooms choose to see each other before the wedding. I have found that their nerves disappear and they become instantly more relaxed once they see their future spouse, allowing them to really enjoy their day together.

Rain? No problem! These covered hallways worked perfectly for portraits!

Don't you just love these crazy kids? I know I do!

We were given about a 10 minute respite from the torrential downpour, so we ran out on the beach to grab these photos:

Small receptions are the BEST! Everyone got crazy with the props...

...and then hit the dance floor! I have never had so much fun at a reception!

A little bit of sunshine for day-after photos? Yes, please! This time Mother Nature did not disappoint. (After all, she really did owe us one!)

Thanks, Travis and Jess, for being absolutely fantastic, and for taking me along to the warm, sunny beaches of Mexico in the middle of January!

Stay tuned...

2012-01-17T09:08:00.001-08:00

...for more photos of the wedding of Travis and Jessica!

Family: Tim, Julie, Jake, and Zach

2011-12-30T21:28:00.001-08:00

I met up with Tim, Julie, Jake and Zach at City Museum for my last session of the year. There were about a thousand people running around (it was the day after Christmas!), but because that place is so huge, we had no problems finding some great, not-crowded places to shoot. I enjoyed meeting you guys - thanks for such a fun, easy-going session!

Family: Todd, Mindi, Makenna, and Uncle Jake

2011-12-20T08:08:00.000-08:00

This family session was a lot of fun for me. Not only are Todd and Mindi super nice, but their daughter Makenna is ADORABLE. She is two, which is my personal favorite age - she is old enough to have a conversation with you, but still young enough to find delight in the playground, the carousel, and walking hand-in-hand with Uncle Jake. I had a fabulous afternoon playing with you guys - Thanks for a great session!

Family - Brad, Renee, Jacob, Cole, Cooper

2011-12-15T15:40:00.000-08:00

I met up with Brad, Renee, Jacob, Cole, and Cooper on a VERY COLD day. Fortunately, these guys are troopers and we managed to squeeze the session in between throwing coats back on and running around to stay warm. They may have been frozen popsicles when all was said and done, but the necessary coziness made for some adorable photos! Thanks guys, for braving the elements with me and for being so "cool."

The Whole Gang

2011-12-10T18:34:00.000-08:00

Bobby, Valerie, Carter, and Trevor are regulars on my blog - this time they brought the whole gang! This family has a lot of fun together - and it makes my job of coaxing smiles a lot easier because they are all about teasing whoever is in front of my camera! It was good to meet all of you - thanks for a fun session!

Family: TJ, Kari, and Brayden

2011-12-07T05:02:00.000-08:00

This is TJ, Kari, and Brayden. Brayden wasn't too keen on having his photo taken...so we looked in the grass for snakes, climbed trees, played with his tractor, ran down a hill, jumped off of a rock, and basically snuck the whole session in without him even knowing it! I had fun playing - thanks for the fun afternoon!

Family: Michael, Erin, Yuri, and Kye

2011-12-03T09:24:00.000-08:00

I love hanging out with Michael, Erin, Yuri, and Kye. I have photographed Yuri and Kye since they were tiny things, and it is truly a joy to see them grow from babies into beautiful little people. Yuri is a sweetheart who really loves her brother and takes good care of him. Kye is such a riot - a lot of personality springing out of that little boy! Watching them play together reminds me of all the fun times I had with my sisters. Michael and Erin - you are raising such beautiful children, inside and out. It is a priviledge for me to be a part of capturing your memories.

One Big Happy Family

2011-11-30T16:25:00.000-08:00

Ryan, Erin, Owen, and Jackson have graced my blog before - this time they brought the whole family! I was excited to meet the extended family because I knew they had to be as nice and fabulous as Ryan and Erin - and of course, I was right! Thanks for bringing the whole gang - I had a wonderful time hanging out on Main Street!

One Year Anniversary: Greg and Shari

2011-11-28T10:51:00.000-08:00

One year ago, I photographed the wedding of Greg and Shari. When they contacted me to shoot their anniversary photos, I was thrilled. I love catching up with my brides and grooms to see how they are doing. Greg and Shari just got back from a fun anniversary trip to Punta Cana - how exciting! It was great seeing you guys again and meeting your two "babies!"

Family: Brian, Lindsey, and Charlie

2011-11-26T05:54:00.000-08:00

What do you get when you combine a playful family, an adorable kid, and a cool guitar? An awesome session, of course. This is Brian, Lindsey, and Charlie, and they are a ton of fun. Charlie is such a sweetie that when he saw some of his family photos, he asked where the photos of me were! Thanks, you guys, for letting me be an honorary member of your family for the day!

Engaged: Gabe and Rachel

2011-11-22T16:52:00.000-08:00

I know it's going to be a good session when my clients show up looking awesome, carrying fun props, and leading a sweet doggie. And then when they give you a hug as a greeting? Yeah, it's pretty much going to rock. Gabe and Rachel are a photographer's dream: gorgeous, playful, and super sweet. I had a LOT of fun during their session. Thanks, guys, for letting me be a part of your engagement photos - enjoy your Florida wedding next summer!

Family: Matt, Evie, Noah, and London

2011-11-20T14:15:00.000-08:00

I love this family! I first photographed Matt and Evie when they were a family of 2 1/2. Then Noah and London came along, making them an adorable family of four. Their awesome-ness (yes, I know that's not really a word), Evie's fabulous creativity and ideas, and a gorgeous autumn backdrop made for some pretty stinkin' cute photos. I had a lot of fun with you guys. It was so nice catching up and seeing how fast your kiddos are growing!

Family: Jeremy, Lisa, Lydia, and Laney

2011-11-17T04:59:00.000-08:00

This posting features two adorable girls: Lydia and Laney. I didn't even have to coax them to smile, because they were all grins. Lisa told me that there were times she was having so much fun playing that she forgot all about me...which is exactly what I like to hear! The posed photos look great in Christmas cards, but my personal favorites are the candids. I hope I succeeded in capturing the joy you guys obviously have when you are together!

Jamie and Mellisia

2011-11-16T07:33:00.000-08:00

I met Jamie and Mellisia out at their home south of St. Louis. I love photographing people in the places they love most, especially when the location is as pretty and remote as their property. We had a great time exploring with their dogs, who took a break from chasing rabbits just long enough to sit for a few photos. Thanks, you two, for showing me around your lovely place. I enjoyed our afternoon together!

Family: Jason, Jill, Luke, and Liam

2011-11-11T08:16:00.000-08:00

I love photographing families who are obviously close, especially when the siblings get along so well. Not only are Luke and Liam adorable, but they are also great buds. They are still young enough to actually LIKE hugging each other, so I took advantage of it! Jason and Jill, you have such a great family. I really enjoyed meeting you.

Moments Like These

2011-11-08T06:22:00.000-08:00

There is nothing I love more than a field of wildflowers, yummy buttery morning light, a gorgeous autumn sky, and hanging out with my family. I love my sister's family with all my heart and nothing gives me greater pleasure than watching them explore and play and laugh together. When I see these photos, I remember Evie looking down at her grass-covered feet and asking where her shoes went, and her huge grin at the sight of her beloved "baby bear," and her laughter, like music, when Daddy hoisted her up on his shoulders and threw her in the air.

These are the moments that are special to them, and to me. I hope I captured that mood, that feeling. I hope that years from now, when they look at these photos, they will remember these little moments, in a field of wildflowers, with yummy buttery morning light, and a gorgeous autumn sky.

Family: Alan, Sarah, Landon, and Adelyn

2011-11-05T05:29:00.000-07:00

I have met some really nice people this fall, which has made my favorite season even better. Check out one such family: Alan, Sarah, Landon, and Adelyn. They are working the coordinated colors, which I LOVE. They make for one adorable family!

True Grit

2011-11-03T17:23:00.000-07:00

Thank you, Cardinals, for reminding me that when life hands you two outs and two strikes...you play your heart out and win a world championship.

Married: Jake and Jaime

2011-10-31T17:08:00.000-07:00

As a wedding photographer, of course the most important part of my job is to provide the bride and groom with beautiful images that tell the story of their day. But equally important to me is that they are able to enjoy the process. Wedding planning and execution can be very stressful, and I strive to provide a fun atmosphere in which everyone can relax and have fun. So when Jaime declared that she had a fun afternoon, I smiled. Mission accomplished. Jake and Jaime, it was easy for me to enjoy my time with you and your friends and family. I'm glad you feel the same. Enjoy your sneak peek!

Engaged: Rob and Jill

2011-10-26T10:35:00.000-07:00

Tis the season for engagement sessions! I love this part of my job because I get to know my future brides and grooms and they become familiar with me and my (sometimes crazy) methods. When I show up to their wedding and start laying on the ground and crawling into weeds and saying wierd stuff like, "sniff her ear," it doesn't disturb them (as much). Well, it doesn't surprise them, anyway.

This is Rob and Jill, who will be tying the knot next summer. Yes, they are gorgeous. But they are also very sweet and not at all disturbed by my craziness. That tells me that we are all going to get along just fine for their wedding. Looking forward to it, you two!

Engaged: Kevin and Robyn

2011-10-24T07:23:00.000-07:00

When Kevin and Robyn asked to do their engagement session at Cedar Lake Cellars, I was thrilled. I love shooting at new places, and this winery is an especially pretty location. The proprietors are very accomodating and gave us permission to go wherever we wanted, which we took advantage of. Cedar Lakes hosts weddings, so if you are looking for a pretty venue for a smaller wedding, I would definitely recommend this location. Kevin and Robyn - I had fun exploring a new place with you. Looking forward to your wedding next year!

Engaged: Jason and Katie

2011-10-18T08:51:00.000-07:00

Jason and Katie are getting married in the spring, and I am very much looking forward to shooting their wedding. These two are so sweet together - within minutes of meeting them, you can tell they really love to laugh together. I have a crazy habit of grinning like a fool when I’m taking other people’s photos, especially when they are as cute as these two. Thanks, guys, for such an enjoyable session and for keeping me grinning while I edited your photos!

Brett and Heidi Say "I Do!"...with Style!

2011-10-13T08:25:00.000-07:00

I LOVE it when a bride comes to me with a bunch of creative ideas for her wedding day. After exchanging emails and phone calls with Heidi, I knew that I would have all sorts of fun things to photograph. I was not wrong. From her dad's crafting of a hay bench in the garden to the hand-made "Just Married" sign on the golf cart and the sunflowers her parents planted especially for this day, Brett and Heidi's wedding was crafted with STYLE. They were also down for just about anything, including a trek into the backwoods and fields. I think the photos are worth the effort, and I hope you guys agree! Thanks for such a fun, creative day!

Brett gave Heidi these cowboy boots as a wedding present. How sweet!

A little "American Gothic" fun!

Me: Hey, let's go into this pretty yellow field for some photos.
Heidi: You mean that soybean field?
Me (aka total city girl): Oh, is that what that is? Cool.

Heidi's creativity shines with this window-pane seating chart display:

Love, love, LOVE these flowers.

John, Lauren, and Elizabeth

2011-10-09T14:42:00.000-07:00

I cannot tell you how much I am loving this year's autumn: hanging outside in perfect weather, seeing old friends, and meeting wonderful new people, like this next family. I met John, Lauren, and Elizabeth on a pleasantly cool autumn day with plenty of sunshine. As with all sessions with a one-year-old, Miss Elizabeth decided how it would all go. She may have had a fussy moment or two, but she pulled it out with beautiful smiles in the end. Enjoy your sneak peek, guys. I know I enjoyed meeting you!

Engaged: Cole and Lindsay

2011-10-04T08:02:00.001-07:00

Meet Cole and Lindsay. They live in Memphis, but will be returning to St. Louis to be married next year. I had a good time getting to know them - I know we are going to have a lot of fun at their wedding!

Married: Matt and Nicole

2011-09-28T06:40:00.000-07:00

Matt and Nicole were married at the beautiful St. Peter's Cathedral in Belleville. They live in Indianapolis, but came back to Nicole's hometown for the wedding. Rain threatened to fall on us all day, but did us a favor and stayed away.

I enjoyed my time with Matt and Nicole - they are truly wonderful people, and I loved watching them share their day together. Thanks, you two, for a lovely day.

Jasmine, Class of 2012

2011-09-23T06:36:00.000-07:00

I love photographing seniors because they are so fun and willing to do anything. Jasmine was certainly no exception - not only does she have a really beautiful smile, but her personality is just as sweet. Thanks, Jasmine, for such an easy, fun session - Enjoy your senior year!

A Teddy-Bear Chair and Baby Girl Grins

2011-09-19T18:56:00.000-07:00

Meet Chad, Beth, and Nora. Nora was a little wary of this crazy lady with a camera in her face, but she warmed up pretty quickly. She was kind enough to wake her parents up at 4am the morning of our session, but you sure can't tell from her sweet smile. Don't you love her teddy-bear chair? Mom and dad bought that for her before they were even expecting - How sweet! Chad and Beth, you have one happy, adorable little girl. Thanks for letting me hang with you!

Class of 2012: Danielle

2011-09-15T15:50:00.000-07:00

Danielle has a great laugh, and the best way to get her to laugh is to tell her to "be serious." She told me she couldn't do "serious," but I think she pulled it off brilliantly. She is also a girl after my own heart: she doesn't go anywhere without a book. Danielle, it was great to meet you. Thanks for such a fun session!

Family P: Welcome, Fall!

2011-09-12T05:19:00.000-07:00

The fall season has begun! And the weather is COOPERATING for once - it actually feels like fall! Yay! What better way to kick off my favorite season than with photos of one of my favorite families. Jay, Robin, Matthew, Gracelyn, JJ, and Jackson looked FABULOUS in their fall outfits. They know how to WORK IT in coordinating colors. Thanks you guys, for a fun fall session!

For those of you looking to book a fall session, I do have a few spots open for October/November. Contact me to reserve your spot!

Erin and Her Boys

2011-08-23T06:27:00.000-07:00

I love photographing Ryan, Erin, Owen, and Jackson because not only are they a stinkin' cute family, but they are also a lot of fun. I'm a sucker for props, so when Erin showed up with a bunch of fun things and some great ideas, I was all over it. It's great when clients come with ideas of their own because it really makes the session personal to them, and I always enjoy trying new things. Thanks to Erin and all her boys for allowing me to be a part of the family memories!

Pretty Baby

2011-08-13T06:15:00.000-07:00

Matt and Caitlin are real troopers: when I did their maternity session last December, it was below zero. Now, for Ryleigh's 6 month photos, the weather was HOT. Good thing this pretty baby takes after her resilient parents and was just as happy as could be despite the heat. She smiled at me and flashed me those gorgeous baby-blues, all ready for her close-ups. Matt and Caitlin, you have a beautiful little family. Thank you for letting me hang with you!

Married: Zach and Michelle

2011-08-06T19:40:00.000-07:00

Zach and Michelle were married on a hot, hot day in July. The weather did not dampen their spirits, however, and they were real troopers for their outdoor photos. They are such a sweet couple and I love the way they smile at each other - I'm pretty sure that when they looked at each other, they did not even notice the 100+ temperature. Zach and Michelle, thank you for being so awesome and for allowing me to be a part of your wedding day.

GG's Farm

2011-07-31T05:10:00.000-07:00

I am a bit behind on my blogging, and to my clients who are waiting for your sneak peeks, I haven't forgotten about you - I promise! I am going to be an editing machine this coming week, so stay tuned! But first, I have to be a proud aunt and show off my niece. My family visited GG's (great grandma's) farm in Carthage this weekend, and my sister and I decided to do an impromptu photo shoot of Evie. We were both dying to get our little girl into a pair of cowboy boots, but we weren't sure how she would react since she wanted nothing to do with her winter boots last year. So Aunt Erica clomped around the shoe store in a pair of boots in an effort to entice Evie into her own pair. Our positive reinforcement worked like a charm and we were soon on our way back to the farm with "Evie's boots." Great grandma and great grandpa, grandma and grandpa, mom and dad, and aunt Erica all had a blast watching our girl explore on the farm. I don't know who enjoyed it most: us or Evie! Anyway, here's our little sweetie in her brand new boots!

Taking a walk with grandma and grandpa:

"One" Happy Little Girl

2011-07-19T05:15:00.000-07:00

Meet Lucy, who is just about the happiest one-year-old I have ever had the pleasure of photographing. I had no trouble at all getting this cheerful sweetie to smile at me - she loved every minute of her time at City Garden. And truth-be-told, I had just as much fun as she did!

You're Very Welcome

2011-07-13T07:13:00.000-07:00

“You’re Very Welcome.” This is how the Irish greet you as they open their front door and lead you into their home. They offer to bring you a cup of hot tea and fresh-baked ginger cookies and ask about your travels, your homeland, and how you like their country. They are very proud of this country of theirs, and with good reason. No where else on earth will you find greener pastures, fresher air, and friendlier people.

My friend Val and I traveled to Ireland last month and toured much of the southern part of the island, driving from Dublin on the east coast to just outside of Galway on the west coast. We saw the wooded slopes of the Wicklow Mountains, the Medieval town of Kilkenny, the Rock of Cashel - a centuries old fortress of Irish kings, the stunningly beautiful Killarney National Park, dramatic cliffs along the Dingle Peninsula and the famous Cliffs of Moher, the haunting Connemara with her valleys and loughs, “millionaire row” Howth, with gorgeous houses overlooking the harbor, and busy Dublin, a mix of modern and ancient all rolled into one. By logging nearly 1,000 miles in our trusty Euro-car, we learned how to drive on the left side of the road and became intimately familiar with how scary those tiny, blind-corner Irish roads really are (there’s a reason why tourists often bring back their rentals with missing side mirrors). Despite close calls with a bus, a sheep, a stone wall, and a few parked cars, we were happy with our decision to drive off the beaten path and experience all Ireland had to offer.

My recurring exclamation for the trip was: “It’s so adorable, and just so IRISH!” From tiny villages to stone cottages and rolling hills to locals with their rousing drinking songs, Ireland fulfilled all of my expectations and more. We chased sheep down the road and waited for cows to move out of our way. We hung out at pubs and listened to traditional music and ordered fish and chips. We shook off wet raincoats and pulled off our boots and drank hot tea by the fire. We ate homemade apple tarts and Sunday cake (bunt cake) and Irish soda bread dipped in chowder. We watched a rancher round up his sheep with dogs trained to respond to his calls and whistles. We stepped back in time by sleeping in a centuries-old manor house, the smell of wood-fired smoke drifting in the air to give it that truly authentic feel. We passed schools where Irish (called Gaelic by the non-Irish) is the main spoken language. We walked down the aisle of a thousand-year-old church and through Medieval cemeteries adorned with Celtic crosses. We got lost, took back roads, hiked on cliffs, petted sheep, stayed in a thatched cottage, talked with fishermen, ate traditional Irish breakfast, crossed the Shannon River in a ferry, marveled at the florescent green fields, and met some lovely people, both of the Irish and tourist variety. The experience was beyond anything I ever imagined, and just so “Irish.”

Thank you, Ireland, for making me feel very, very welcome.

I handed my camera over to Val and gave her a crash course in portrait photography - pretty impressive for a first-timer, don't you think?

Married: Jay and Kori

2011-07-08T07:58:00.000-07:00

"I'm sort of like Bridal Barbie!" That's what Kori said to Jay when she first saw him on their wedding day. With her super-cute figure, adorable smile, and choice of hot-pink accents, she was not wrong! And with the very-dapper Jay at her side, they made a striking pair who not only look good together, but smile so much in one another's presence that you know without a doubt that they are perfect for one another.

The day was a pleasant one - we had a few sprinkles of rain, but not enough to keep us from having fun down on Main Street. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Jay and Kori and their friends. I hope you guys like your photos as much as I liked taking them!

Coming Up...

2011-07-03T08:47:00.000-07:00

I have been back from vacation for almost a week now and I'm still busy playing catch-up. I'm anxious to show you photos from Ireland, and they are coming, I promise! But first will be the wedding of this adorable couple:

Stay tuned!

Congrats, Scott and Janet!

2011-06-06T06:42:00.000-07:00

I knew as soon as I met Scott and Janet that I was going to love shooting their wedding. They are two of the sweetest people I have ever met, and the way they look at each other is simply adorable. I get the priviledge of meeting a lot of couples in love, but these two just radiate respect and admiration for each other, which makes my job a breeze. Thanks, you two, for being so kind and for taking such good care of me all day, and for epitomizing why I love my job!

Class of 2011: Lauren

2011-05-22T20:43:00.001-07:00

When it came to Lauren's senior photos, the third time was a charm. We were rained out twice before, but on the third try...beautiful, warm sunshine!

Lauren is just as sweet as she is gorgeous, and very adventurous. She literally let me drag her "over the river and through the woods" for these photos, and I love how they turned out. Thanks, Lauren, for chancing the mud, bugs, and meter maids with me. I hope you agree that they were well worth it!

The More the Merrier

2011-05-16T19:00:00.000-07:00

Anyone who is a parent or photographer knows that getting four children to cooperate at the same time is not an easy task. But this family decided to break the stereotype and give me such beautiful, natural smiles that I could have used only images from the first ten minutes of the session...Every photo after that was just icing! Meet Todd, Bonnie, Aidan, Madeline, Ethan, and Calvin, a family that has so much fun together that it shines right on through the photos. Thanks, you guys, for letting me play with you in the park. I enjoyed every minute of it!

Four Generations

2011-05-09T17:42:00.000-07:00

When Beth contacted me about doing a four generation photo session with her daughter, mother, and grandmother, I thought that was a wonderful way to celebrate Mother’s Day. The weather cooperated beautifully, no small feat considering the crazy spring we have been having. Also cooperating was 11 week old Nora, who was a perfect little doll and even looked right at me for most of the photos. Thanks, you guys, for letting me spend a perfectly enjoyable afternoon with you.

Spring on Main Street

2011-04-12T06:58:00.000-07:00

I lOVE spring photo sessions. The flowering trees and new, bright green leaves make for some of the prettiest backgrounds you will be able to find all year. When you add a great looking family with two adorable blonde-haired girls, you have a recipe for some fabulous photos. Meet Brian, Jennifer, Lauren, and Megan, who met me down on Main Street St. Charles to take advantage of the great spring weather. I had a lot of fun hanging out with them, and they made my job easy.

Thanks, Family L, for allowing me to hang out with you!

Congrats, Jacob and Kelly!

2011-03-27T07:47:00.000-07:00

Jacob and Kelly are married! The details were gorgeous, the church was stunning, the bride and groom were just as sweet as could be, and the rain held off until after our last outdoor photo was snapped. The day went off flawlessly, and I had such a great time hanging out with Jacob and Kelly and their lovely family. Thanks, you two, for allowing me to be a part of your wedding day.

While I was hanging out with the gals, my second photographer, Donna was photographing the guys. She took the next few photos:
Special thanks to my second photographer, Donna Harris, who rocked it all day and was such a huge help.

Elsa Rae

2011-03-16T07:11:00.000-07:00

Meet Elsa Rae, who is as beautiful as her name. Greg and Erica welcomed their new addition just over two weeks ago, making them a family of three. I enjoy photographing families with first-time babies. Of course there is always that sleep-deprived hazy feeling as Mom and Dad attempt to adjust to a crazy new schedule and process the idea of being parents. But amongst all that is this wonderful joy and amazement they have when they hold their child. These moments are simply beautiful, and I love being there to capture it all.

Check out Elsa's face - hilarious!

Sweet baby lips!

I swear she's laughing at me!

Elsa's first photo-shoot wore her out. Sweet dreams, little girl!

Greg, Erica, and Elsa: it was lovely meeting you. Thank you for welcoming me into your home to photograph this very special moment for your family.

Lafayette Square - Matt, Evie, and Noah

2011-03-02T22:46:00.000-08:00

I love when family sessions are also reunions with old friends. I first photographed Matt and Evie when they were about to become parents and then again when they introduced their newborn son Noah to me. Now that tiny baby has turned into a joyful little boy who likes to run and play with rocks and jump in the leaves. As you can see from these photos, he also has the greatest smile ever! Matt and Evie, you are fabulous parents and it is awesome to see Noah turn into a sweet, well behaved young man. It was so good to see you again - thank you for the priviledge of allowing me to once again photograph your family.