JUST AN IDEA [Monica Brown, Pensacola Family Photographer]

I just love being able to help clients visualize a collection of their favorite images :)

delightfully,

Monica

TRYING TO FIND THE WORDS [Monica Brown, Pensacola Family Photographer]

I had the pleasure of photographing my friends, the Groves, yesterday afternoon. And I have to say a big THANK YOU to Jenn and her family for many reasons.

THANK YOU for being such a great neighbor and friend. I have loved living near you. Passing by your house on walks. Luke yelling and pointing toward your house when I drive out of the neighborhood. Reagan stating, "there's Grayson's house!" as soon as we round the corner. Knowing that Grayson does the same when you pass our house :) I don't know how I am going to explain to her that you don't live there anymore next month...

THANK YOU for being inspiring. For helping me have crafty things around my house, monogrammed nonetheless.

THANK YOU for always being so cheerful. Willing to lend an ear or a funny story - whichever the situation requires.

and THANK YOU for helping me build my business. For being my best form of advertisement and telling everyone you know about me!

If only the sign had a G....

[Mamas and Daddys with kids melt me.]

Jenn - I tried to take a photo of G kissing you, but he insisted on looking like he was roaring at you. Seems fitting, really.

Wonder what he is thinking.

And look everyone. Our beaches are CLEAN. That is seaweed on the sand. Normal for this time of year.

I did get just a [feet] shot, but I really love this one where Leni is looking up at everyone.

Okay everyone! Cast your vote!

Which image do you like better?

The bright one with everyone's face clearly visible

or

The darker, more moody one. Almost silhouette. Yummy backlighting and long shadows

I can't decide.

The bug. So sweet for daddy to shadow her from the hot sun.

And mom brought props. I don't know if I will ever have a better client!

oh, I love you sunspots.

This is totally my fave of Jamie and the kids!

Peek-a-Boo Bug!

Her giggle was so sweet!!!

G, just hanging out.

A car was coming so we stepped back. He leaned on the truck, and I snapped.

So laid back.

This is what I like to think they are thinking:

Jamie: We have some cute kids, Jenn.

Jenn: I know!

And THANK YOU for spending a bit of your anniversary with me!

Happy 8 years guys.

You have a beautiful family.

Nice work!

I hope this is not the last photos I will ever take of the Groves family.

Safe travels guys.

I hope to visit you in Va Beach!

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delightfully,

Monica

BEACHY KEEN FUN [Monica Brown, Pensacola Photographer]

Spring is here, and I can feel summer coming.

The beach is the perfect location for a session for kids to just be themselves. No cramped quarters. Barely even fences. Just wide openness. And if you are military, it is a wonderful way to remember your time here. What else says [Pensacola] like the beach? Well, maybe the Blues, but it is kinda hard to catch them in a photo!

So I met this beautiful family one Saturday morning, and off we went to play :)

First, I like to get to know the kiddos a little better. So we just goof around a bit.

I think this sequence is so cute! Their expressions crack me up!

And these eyes....aren't they beautiful?

I strive to capture kids just being kids. If they happen to look my way, great!

I am so excited when I capture [that look]. I just love how [T] is glancing over adoring her children. Yep, you made them :) Great job!

This was their favorite family photo. All 5 faces looking my way with genuine smiles. Hey people, we have FUN at a session!!

They got the most amazing 16x20 standout of this image! I wish I had taken a photo of it before she took it home...maybe I'll see if I can take a pic once it adorns their walls...hmmmmm...

So who knew parking lots photos could be so cool? These 2 images above are some of my favorites. The kids are just TOO STINKIN' CUTE!!!

I had so much fun with the [A] family. It was a complete joy working [and playing] with them! Even little [T] told her mom on way the from the parking lot to the beach area, "This is the most fun I've EVER had!" Thanks for the compliment girl! If I had to guess, I think dad even had a little fun...

delightfully,

Monica

IN ANTICIPATION [Monica Brown, Pensacola Photographer]

Soon two will be three.

"Us" will have a different meaning.

I am so thankful to have been a part of [J] and [S]'s day. It was SUPER windy out. But I love how it translated into gorgeous blowing hair.

this is my favorite image of the day...

LOVE how their hands are interlocked. so sweet.

and this image is just all about baby.

I do not know how they are not finding out boy or girl. That would drive me insane! But we will all find out in a few short weeks...and baby [M] will make an appearance right here!

delightfully,

Monica