April 07, 2014

Comparison won't make me a better mom...

April 07, 2014/ Jennifer Blair

t's such a big thing, bringing a person into the world. Just over 23 weeks into this journey, my heart feels the strain between what matters and what doesn't. Having a little one is so much more than buying cute mini clothes and decorating a room. Children are a gift, yes, but they are also a huge responsibility. Very soon our little girl will arrive and we will be entrusted to raise her, provide for her, teach her and so much more. She will depend on us and we will help shape her life. That's an enormous undertaking that we don't enter into lightly. God has a unique plan for our girl and it's our job to help guide her on the path to find it. What a task! We know it will be a tremendous joy and challenge...and probably more on the challenging side. She may not do what we have done. She may not have our same weaknesses and strengths, accomplish what we have accomplished, or even take interest in the things we love. Our bigger picture is to raise her in God's ways, however that plays out for her unique person. Period. Even when she's just a baby I hope I have eternity in mind every single day.

April 04, 2014

Jon, Amy & Luca McLaughlin

April 04, 2014/ Jennifer Blair

A few months ago I had the privilege of traveling up to Indiana to photograph Jon and Amy McLaughlin and their sweet little girl Luca. It was for the 2nd issue of The Influence Magazine. The fabulously talented lady in charge, Hayley, invited me up to collaborate for the magazine. Amy and Jon were so gracious to welcome us into their beautiful home! I'm warning you that you're going to fall in love with their cute place! If my husband would let me paint our floors white I'd to it in a heart beat. I loved seeing how they created such a chic and cozy home. It's also a pleasant surprise to meet people in the music industry who are so down to earth and authentic. Jon is an incredibly talented singer-songwriter and is coming out with a new album soon! (You can check it out here!) I remember listening to his songs as a music major in college. I have to admit that I was so jealous of his talent on the piano. I used to think listening might motivate me to practice my classical pieces, but alas it did not. I still enjoyed listening nevertheless. Industry has to be my favorites. The beginning piano part gets me every time!

April 01, 2014

Jacob & Katelin | Romance at the Cà d'Zan

April 01, 2014/ Jennifer Blair

There is nothing more enthralling to me than romance by the seaside. For Jacob and Katelin's session we had the best of both worlds: walking the grounds of a mansion by the bay and dancing as the sun set over the sea's horizon. If you can't tell by these images, they are the sweetest and most adorable couple. They were perfectly lovely in every way.

March 22, 2014

Moving & few nursery things...

March 22, 2014/ Jennifer Blair

We are currently in the middle of packing up our whole house and moving to a new place. It's been a slow process this time around. (Maybe little girl has something to do with that.) After knowing about our move since September, we cannot wait to get in and put our home together. We had no idea we'd be bringing home a baby to this place when we decided to move, but it couldn't be a more perfect family home. Things may be a little quiet for the next few weeks as we paint, paint some more, move, unpack and settle in. (One downside to having a home office is that you have to work there, even when things are chaos!) We will finally have a room just for our little girl and I cannot wait to work on setting it up. I tried to wait to purchase anything for her until after we moved, but that definitely didn't happen! Here's a few small things I've picked up. I'll be creating some art just for her this weekend and I hope that's special to her one day.

I hope you have a happy weekend friends!

March 12, 2014

Caleb & Kimberly | Central Florida Garden Engagement

March 12, 2014/ Jennifer Blair

It is always so special to photograph a couple in a place that is meaningful to them. Caleb proposed to Kimberly in this beautiful garden a little over a month ago. While he was in town visiting, they went out to explore the lovely gardens at Bok Tower. Little did she know that he had a surprise picnic set up on a pretty green and a proposal coming her way! That was perfect on his part, right? It was such a beautiful place. I could have explored the lush, blooming paths for hours on end. Working with these two in this breathtaking location was like a breath of fresh air. After a long and cold winter, warm weather and their sweet love was a welcome change! Caleb and Kimberly met while in college at the University of Florida. (Side note: GO GATORS!) He was on the football team and she was a cheerleader. How sweet is that? Now they are planning an intimate destination wedding. I have no doubt it will be just as beautiful as their love. I'm so thankful I had the pleasure of capturing part of their story. As you can see for yourself in the following images, they are an adorable couple very much in love.