{Justin, 18 months}
We brought the boys in their rain boots & we all ventured into the woods for a hike to the creek.
{Christian, almost 4!}
They started out timidly, stepping on stones & splashing lightly in the water... Vy had sailboats ready for them to play with and she even made newspaper sailboats which they looooooved.
Their favorite part was the "pirate" ship that Vy's husband made:
{It was a flat boat front staked into the ground = so adorable... very Little Rascalish}
Once they got comfortable, the shirts came off and the real splashing began:
{Christian is so proud of this pic}
We all got a little wet...
Vy captured my little guys perfectly...
...And my big one too:
{Justin loves getting "eaten"}
It was honestly just such a fun time...
We got to spend quality time with each other & have a little adventure while Vy captured it all:
{Dave & I weren't planning on being in the pictures but I'm so glad now Vy got some of us with the boys}
I really CANNOT believe I have a picture of my little guys being NICE to each other!!:
{Makes me happy}
...And nothing's better than this feeling:
I really can't thank Vy enough for this gift. We will definitely be doing it again!!
If you're in the Northern Virginia area and are interested in Vy's services:
Check out her website here to book an appointment. She's AMAZING!!!!!
(And if you're not in the area, check it out anyway... there are so many cutie pies on there!!!) I was so excited to see all of the creativity & effort Vy had put into preparing the shoot & she's so sweet that the kids warmed up instantly.

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SUCH beautiful photos! You will treasure these for years to come... forever!
ReplyDeleteWhat a talent!
Thanks for sharing...
Dear Lauren...Cherish these moments (they to will slip and be gone)! XO, Renee and Angela
ReplyDeleteYou have such a beautiful family! Wonderful pictures. :)
ReplyDeleteOh WOW - such cutie pies and what amazing captures.
ReplyDeletethese are absolutely precious . . . she definately caught the real emotions and happiness in those pics . . . memories you will have forever
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These are amazing Lauren! Oh i just love each one of the photos. You guys make such a beautiful family! :)
ReplyDeletexoxo Edyta
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Wow...beautiful photos. Your kids are precious!! Christian looks so much like you. Very talented photographer.
ReplyDeleteThey are growing up fast. What sweet photos and they will remain that way. So nice to have prof. photos!
ReplyDeleteSuper cool!!
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Oh my gosh...your boys are so adorable!!! I love the photos too...so beautiful:)
ReplyDeleteps...i'm having a little give-away on my blog! Stop on over if you get a chance:)
I LOVE these...the color...the water...the love.
ReplyDeleteSHE is GOOD!!
Such beautiful shots, Lauren. And, you're baby almost doesn't look like a baby anymore. How fast it goes!!! :(
ReplyDeleteSoooo cute! I can't believe how big your boys have gotten.
ReplyDeleteso precious! love casual shots like these.
ReplyDeleteAdorable pictures. Your kids are so cute :)
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos! I have a creek near my house - you've got me thinking - could I convince my 17 and 12 yr old into a photo shoot! (I think I actually might try)
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures! Love the natural outdoorsy setting - you have a beautiful family!
ReplyDeletePriceless! And I have been thinking about a boat thing for our store window...major inspiration.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photographs of a beautiful family. The photographer is incredible -- what a talent! So many families get dressed up and pose inside. These photos are so much lovelier and natural.
ReplyDeletethose boys are too beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous family! Beautiful pictures!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I love kid photos where they are not posing and trying to sit still!
ReplyDeletePerfect!
Oh dear Lauren!!! These pictures are just amazing!! Oh what a treasure they will be for all times!
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Greet
Gorgeous photos! They capture your family so beautifully. Your little one is getting big so quickly! Both boys are just darling. I'm sure you'll cherish these photos for years to come.
ReplyDeleteClaudia
Absolutely amazing photographs! Candid moments always make the best pictures!
ReplyDeleteThere is such a difference in a quality lifestyle photographer and using natural light vs studio and posed photos. I tried this approach at my 2000 wedding before the trend had set in. The dude had a photography gallery and everything! But he got drunk at our wedding and, alas, I don't have a single decent photo of my husband and I! Huge regret. It is worth every dime to invest in a good photographer who specializes in children's photography. And your favorite color--green--is predominent! Beautiful photos. Beautiful subjects.
ReplyDeleteYour little men are so cute and those pictures are amazing. It looks like the whole family had a great time. I have got to take a photography class I stink at it.
ReplyDeleteYou have such a beautiful family!
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I've been following your blog for a while....but I'm not sure I've ever commented! I love reading your posts, and I especially love your family/living room and your kitchen!
ReplyDeleteI had to smile when I read this...my family just had photos taken at the creek too! I thought my idea was so original....I guess not!
Here are a few of our photos, in our wellies, if you want to take a look!
http://tulipandturnip.blogspot.com/2011/06/family-photo-shoot-at-creek.html
Lauren... i should let my sister in law (whom you met at Michele's) know about Vy...
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great pictures. thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHow adorable. A talented photographer can really capture a moment and make it last forever.
ReplyDeleteThose pictures are just gorgeous, Lauren!! Love them, and especially the last one of you loving up on your sweet buddy!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos! Can't believe how fast your crew is growing up. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThese images are perfect, love the boat theme!
ReplyDelete-Jessica & Holly
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What gorgeous images! She captured love, and that is a hard thing to do! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYvonne
So beautiful!!! Great photographer!
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Talk to you soon!! Happy 4th of July.
xoxo Jess & Holly
Such beautiful pictures and memories, Kathysue
ReplyDeleteLauren- These photographs are just stunning and I bet you will cherish them even more as those kids get older. Vy is an amazing talent!
ReplyDeleteLoretta
Beautiful pictures, she is really a pro!
ReplyDeleteSo so cute, and omg Justins eyes are to die for!
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