It’s actually a word! I googled it! With the Custer family, I discovered it’s also a place! A little slice of heaven set so far back in the woods you feel as if you might never return! The newly finished weekend family home is nothing short of amazing. Massive logs, extensive brickwork and lots of space make it a wonderful place for family memories.
I think front doors say a lot about the place you are about to enter. To me, this one says “Welcome”.
The entire crew!
The rain came, the tummies were hungry and the fingers chilly, so we headed inside!
Dinner in progress.
I loved these tents!
Sweet babies!
Even the boondocks has a flat screen TV! Told you it was heaven!
Time to eat!
A marshmallow roast to end the evening!
Thank you, Custer family, for allowing me into your amazing home! I enjoyed my time with you. May you create many more memories together!
Last weeks Mini Session were a great success! The weather could not have been more perfect! Despite my lingering cold and the loss of my voice, I had a great time with all the families!
The next round is THIS SATURDAY! I have 3 slots still open, so if you have an interest, call me ASAP!
Susannah and I (along with Dad!) met up on a beautiful Monday morning for her senior pictures. A World Class tumbler for the U.S. gymnastics team, she trains in Washington D.C. most of the week and travels internationally for competitions. I was so glad the weather decided to cooperate as rescheduling may have proven difficult! Susannah is sweet and funny and full of spunk! Her favorite color is orange and I think it fits her perfectly! We had a great time tooling around downtown Roanoke, all the textures and old buildings made for some great pictures!
Her laugh is contagious!
Check out her shoes! Told you she liked orange!
You know that part about being a gymnast? Well, she is, and completely amazing at what she does! Watch this video to see her in action!
While we couldn’t quite figure out how to incorporate her tumbling into the session, she did bring along her USA jacket! So fun!
A walk around the block produced the following backgrounds! I love them!
How cool is this simple chain link fence!
Standing on the corner, a very pleasant gentleman asked if he could help us find something. I guess our turning in circles was a dead give-away we didn’t know which way to go! I knew this wall was somewhere, just not where. Fortunately, the gentleman did and we found it in a few minutes! It was worth it!
My FAVORITE!
While being a gymnast is what she does, Susannah has a real love for the outdoors. She recently attended NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) and loved every minute. Most people have never heard of it, but I was pleased to say I knew exactly what is was! My sister had a wonderful experience at NOLS a few years ago, after graduating college!
Thank you Susannah (and Dad!) for allowing me to capture you and your personality! I had a great time and look forward to seeing you again soon! (just not at the top of the mountain!)
The next time you see Baby Cate, she will be a year old. When we realized time was running out, Cory and I put our heads together to schedule a session. This time Daddy (Curtis) was part of the action. Cate has grown so much and is just adorable!
The last time we photographed the family here, Cate was just a little thing!
I love the look on her face! Mom and Dad must be fascinating!
Curtis being an ever-watchful Daddy!
She wants to crawl sooo bad! She just can’t figure out how to get her feet out of the way!!!
My favorite Daddy/Daughter picture!
Cate is now feeding herself “Puffs”! I love the lack of coordination!
Favorite family activity – going for a walk! We also did this image when Cory was pregnant with Cate. Soon we will do it when Cate is walking!
I love this one!
We made a trip to Jeter Farm for some fall pictures. The weather was amazing, the farm was wonderful and Cate found the pumpkins and hay quite interesting!
The red barn made for a great background as well!
Sweet family pictures made warm and cozy by a little sun flare!
I was in photographer’s heaven with all the equipment and the scenery! We had a great time!
Thanks Cory and Curtis for once again allowing me to capture your family! I am so excited to you to see these images and can’t wait for Cate birthday party!
