It is that time of year again! We gathered up my brother's family and headed to the park for some family photos, just in time for their holiday cards. It is amazing how much the munchkins have grown! Now that they are both walking, getting a group photo of all of them is a challenge! But we managed to get a few.  

Oh Riley. What a cute little elf. And, just like everyone says 'it is a good thing he is cute'. He can be a handful and when he has his mind set to something, usually food, he must have it NOW! But he makes up for it with that cute smile.

When did she get so big? Priya was the first newborn that I photographed, and since then she has been my test subject. As she has grown I have been able to learn how to shoot a 6 month old, sitting up but not yet walking. It was such a joy to capture that smile. I have gone through the crawling stage with her. I would plop her down across the room and let her come crawling up to me in an excited frenzy. Then chasing after a toddler, first walking and becoming increasingly interested in my camera. And now, a little girl. She has a very distinct personality that I have learned to capture as she has grown. So thank you Priya for teaching me how to be a better photographer. I can't wait for the next stage!

One of my pet peeves is crooked horizons. It drives me batty. But, in some images it works, but it must be purposeful. This was one of those times that I thought a tilted lines would add to the image, and I do think it worked. What do you think?

Matteo and Ravi, thank you for a great photo shoot. Your family has taught me how to be a better photographer. I can't wait to see your Christmas cards!!!