The Pink Mohawk Project

Stephanie is one of the most amazing women I know. After 4 children she decided to go back to school, and became a Math teacher. (Teacher + Math= amazing in my book!) She was planning her daughters wedding when things just didn't seem right. And 2 days after the wedding she got the diagnoses.... breast cancer. After Stephanie's first round of chemo she had a "pink mohawk" party to shave her head. "if I'm going to lose all my hair, I'm going to have fun with it" said Stephanie. Joe, her husband, joined in and is sporting a pink mohawk also. Not only is he the love of her life, but her biggest supporter also.

It was truly an honor to capture these portraits. As we continue to pray for God's healing in Stephanie, I pray for strength and joy through this journey. I am positive Stephanie and her family will be able to look back on this one day and smile (maybe even chuckle a little too).

I think this photo should be titled Cancer cannot take away my JOY

EnJoY!

***HeatheR***

Shantel & Steven, engaged!

When planning a portrait session one of the biggest decisions is location. Although we are blessed to have an abundance of beautiful parks it is always exciting when a client choses a new (to me) location. Shantel & Steven suggested this abandoned farm in Eagle, and it was amazing. Ok we did have to deal with a few mosquitos (OK, a lot of mosquitos) luckily being a Mom of 4 I had some repellant in my van. (always prepared!) We had a blast exploring the old buildings, posing by rundown fences, and the gorgeous sun setting on the tall wispy grass... LOVE! And make sure to check out Shantel's amazing shoes, I had recommended wearing some sassy heels and I'm pretty sure she crossed the border and went for sexy! (And she she rocked them I might add!) Congratulations Shantel & Steven, I absolutely cannot wait to shoot your wedding next fall!

EnJoY!

***HeatheR***

Taylor Class of 2011

I love that Taylor decided to include her family in her Senior portraits. It is a milestone when the oldest graduates from High School, and begins on a new journey of their own. So it also is a perfect time to think about capturing this through family portraits. No worries, we did lots (and lots) of pictures of Taylor too. I really enjoyed photographing her, she had a lot of fun in front of the lens posing and showing her personality. Congratulations Taylor and lots of blessings in the future!

EnJoY!

***HeatheR***

Welcome Miss Paytyn!

Precious, perfect, little baby girls. I'm not sure there is anything better in this world. Paytyns Mom started planning her photos shortly after she found out she was expecting a little girl. She would send me pictures of outfits, and hats she had bought for the session, and I couldn't wait! (as you can see she had some adorable things!) Welcome to the world Paytyn! I know you are well loved!

EnJoY!

***HeatheR***

The Shannon's

Love this little guy, he was such a ham! And getting to shoot in the wonderful late evening spring sun at one of my favorite locations...love! We even had a a little chuckle to find a huge tent up in one of the trees (there was a big storm a couple days before). Thank you for allowing me to capture these sweet memories for your family.

(ETA: for some reason these photos seem "grainy" here on the blog...I promise they are not, I am changing the format I post web portraits and maybe that will fix the problem...)

EnJoY!

***HeatheR***

Jana + Jim = Married

Bella Aquilla, in Eagle, Idaho was the perfect location for Jana & Jim's intimate wedding & reception. The ceremony was on beautiful patio with waterfalls, lanterns, & iron gates, that overlook the Boise River. With the late evening sun casting a magical glow made the water sparkle and the colors pop. The sit down 3 corse dinner was topped off with an amazing Greg Marsh cake crafted to resemble where Jim & Jana were engaged at Disney World. Every touch and detail represented the couples laid-back + sophisticated style and their love for those closest to them; their family and friends. Congratulations Jim & Jana!

EnJoY!

***HeatheR***