This sweet family means the world to me. I have been lucky to get to be photographing their love since our TEENAGER was born. I can't believe he is already so grown up. Trust me when I say it goes so fast...
We always talked about this magical family property that they have in Washington when we met in Germany all those years ago. Now we get to photograph their family growing up there!!! Talk about dreams coming true. Such a special family in such a special place.
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I have had a love for the Duchenne community since I first met Brendan and his mom Colleen almost a decade ago. If you have followed along in our previous posts you know that she is a warrior in the fight to end Duchenne and can be found in D.C. and in the community raising awareness. She is a true inspiration to me.
What is Duchenne? Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the most common muscular dystrophy in children. It is a progressive disorder that causes muscles to become weaker over time until it affects the whole body. Duchenne is not contagious. About one out of every 5,000 boys has Duchenne, and about 20,000 babies worldwide are born with it each year. Duchenne mostly affects boys and reaches across all races and cultures.
This year the Parent Project Muscular Duchenne conference was held in Orlando and I was asked to photograph their event. Loving this community is so easy what I didn't know was what I would get back.
I walked in on the first day and you could feel the love immediately. Over a THOUSAND families were there with their loved ones. Getting to connect and interact with these families was the true gift. Sharing stories and hugs and my heart was full beyond what I knew was possible. Watching the families support one another time and time again and I was in awe. From newly diagnosed to veterans the compassion and care for one another was so heartfelt.
But my favorite were the boys!!! Popping into these rooms of teenage boys supporting each other, playing games, and goofing off and they stole my heart.
When I think about the gifts that I have received getting to photograph this life, it is the invitation into incredible communities and families that will always be at the heart of my why. The PPMD community was inspirational and one that I will always champion for they are making an incredible difference in so many lives.
Back to YOU!
Yes you TWO.
I love my time with just the two of you.
We always try to make a little time to get back to the heart of your family. It is so important to also capture your love over the years. Celebrating our journey as a couple as we go together through all of the milestones of our family. Moving through life with babies all the way to teenagers is quite a ride. One that the two of you will remember TOGETHER forever.
So let's make time for you and celebrate all that you have survived together! Yes, survived, it truly is a wild ride!
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Love, love, love watching these little ones grow. When I first met mom she was pregnant with R and now she is looking into middle school for his big brother B. We have had some really sweet memories together over the years.
I had quite the giggle at our session this year when I learned that some of my funny antics (insert silly potty humor) to make these boys smile over the years has officially stood the test of time and they still quote me! Uh oh!!!
There is one sweet thing that has also never changed, the love of these two boys. They have such a special connection.
I love, love, love this sweet family and capturing their love year after year.
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There is a magical place I want to tell you about.
Your home ❤️
A custom session in your home may surprise you...follow me for just a second.
Your home is the one place that everyone in your family is already comfortable. This leaves room for the little details you would never see in an outdoor session.
The hair twirled between your fingers as you read together.
The details of your child's room that make them who they are in this moment.
The giggles as they build the best pillow forts.
The sweetness that lives in the details of your everyday. They all live in your home. I can't wait to meet you there.
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This morning I woke up beachside after a wonderful night photographing a family in Pensacola.
I crawled out of bed and headed out for a morning walk on the beach. What a beautiful way to start the day.
I was surprised to have such a revelation that I think is so important for both of us. I’ll tell you all about it, come walk with me.
One thing I adore about storyteller sessions is how customized they are to each family.
Tiffany has a picture of herself and her sister holding their favorite stuffed animals from when they were kids and she really wanted to have one of her kids.
So we made it happen and the sweetness is on OVERLOAD!!!!
What is special for your family right now? Let's get it captured in the most adorable way!
There is this little pocket of time that has become one of my favorites.
After our session my heart is plump full from getting to spend so much time with you. After our last waves as you drive away, I have found another sweet time.
My time alone with Tyler.
After many of our sessions we stay back and hang out for our a while. I put my gear down (you wouldn't believe how heavy it is!!!) and I get to laugh and talk with Tyler as he gets extra footage for your film.
It is a special time for me because I am not working and so I can just soak up his creativity. Like this night when he said hey mom, look up!
And here we are, having some of that quiet, quality time that makes this momma's heart so full.
We laughed later as we noticed we both put up the peace sign! Must be the seven years we spent in Japan that still lives in us! In Japan its customary that when the camera is out so are the peace signs!
So many feels.
Is there a special time that you have with your children? One that you cherish? I would love to hear all about it.
There are no words for the love that I have for this family. Jill and I clicked from the first time we met and now she has trusted me with documenting her family since little B was first born. Jill and I dream and then she fully trusts me to bring it to life, this is where the magic happens for me. To be able to create so freely gives way to authenticity that you cannot get any other way.
To be able to do this alongside with Tyler is everything. To see that he sees what I see in his own amazing way is a gift to this Momma's heart. Here is what he captured while I was busy behind my camera capturing the stills that will be filling your feed very soon.
Here is what Jill had to say:
I don't have words for Serena.
I told her my vision and she created it. These pictures wouldn't have happened without the care and attention Serena pours into her sessions.
It's more than just photographs or a video - it's documenting a family living. She captures what words can't convey.
Jill, I love you - thank you for sharing your family with us.