Unbelievably, my Addison is one. I spent several months picking up props and building on the idea of what the session would look like. I was able to find the chevron blanket at a local thrift store, and the ideas just grew from there. Being my own child, I was happy to have several days […]
Introducing a new session designed to capture your family in a place of comfort and creativity. In- Home Lifestyle Sessions are great for children, who shine in their own element, and so much less stress for Mom and Dad. Contact me at melissa@mtaylorphoto.com to customize a session that’s perfect for your family. […]
As the kids get older, each year seems to be more fun than the last. After changing to a Paleo diet lifestyle last year, we decided on no candy, but you never would have known. The kids got fruit leathers and new helmets for their tricycles, and did not feel deprived of anything, as I […]
In 2011, Ted and Michelle wanted a creative way to announce the pregnancy to the family, so we shot a sweet, little mini session. Once he arrived, they opened up their home for a Lifestyle Newborn Session. This type of newborn session is a perfect choice for older newborns, and for parents looking for a session […]
A few weeks ago, I realized that of all the photos I have taken, I had none of the three of my own children together. In a moment of insanity, I coordinated clothes, packed up the cars, and headed to a park with the kids. I was outnumbered, but determined to make this a fun […]
Meet the Collins family! They’re a family full of creativity and love, each one of them. We met up at my favorite location in Vista to capture some photos of their family of seven. It was amazing to see how much love they have for each other, each fascinated with the things that make each […]
Working with this family has been a dream. When Krystle told me she wanted some photos of her new nephew, too, I thought, “The more the merrier,” and boy was I right. They were all such sweethearts, and I loved capturing their own unique personalities. They shine right through each shot, and that right there […]
“So let them be little, ‘Cause they’re only that way for a while. Give ’em hope, give them praise, Give them love every day. Let ’em cry, let ’em giggle, Let ’em sleep in the middle, Oh, but let them be little. “ […]
Kadence and her favorite animals, the chickens at 2 1/2. I cherish that she is growing up with a little taste of farm life. <3 […]
The Butson family brought their two sweet boys to the park for some family photos with their mama and grandma. The boys just loved peek-a-boo and cuddling with their blankets. I love photographing children in their element, so this was just perfect. […]