Moving | Sarasota Photographer

Seems fitting, given the move my family has recently made, to also make some moves here as well. Fanciful Photography Blog is moving and can be found here

All of the posts here have been transferred to the new, blog. Come on over and check out the new digs.

Maci | Sarasota Baby, Child and Family Photographer

Remember growing up, when your grandparents, aunts and uncles would always say "oh my, have you grown!" and you would think, "well duh, of course I have!" or something similar. Well, I kind of feel that way about my baby planners, particularly when they are "graduating". I first met Maci when she was just learning to sit up , she was still rather wobbly actually. I met her again when she was just learning to crawl. Hard to believe that in just over 11 months, she was tough to keep up with, full of personality and fearless. Here's Maci at 17 months old!

Beach Bum! | Sarasota Baby Photographer

I absolutely love to watch a baby grow. Davis is one of my baby plan babies. You may remember his sweet face from last fall when DAVIS was just three months old. Well, this little guy has grown a lot since then, and he is full of personality. His eyes, and dimples, and big, two-tooth smile can certainly work some magic on me. He is sure to be a real heart-breaker. Thanks Jamie and Spencer, it was great to spend an early morning at the beach with your family. Until next time...

Celebrating Family and Milestones | Longboat Key Family Photographer

I am often a part of milestone celebrations for babies and young children, both professionally and personally. Seems though, as we get older, those milestones tend to be less celebrated and almost dreaded. I was fortunate enough to celebrate Mary and her big milestone birthday this year. Her one wish - a photo session celebrating some of her biggest gifts, her family. Her prized Yellow Submarine even made an appearance in some of the images. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your memories.

six - Sarasota Child Photographer

Exactly Six years ago, I was in labor, and little did I know how much my world would change. On April 1, 2005, I gained a new, glorious title, "Mama, Mommy, Mom." Madelyn Sophia was born on her due date - April 1, 2005. I can not imagine that six years, later, on the night before turning six, that my sweet girl would be reading me a 50 page 4-chapter book. Madelyn truly has a heart of gold, is smart, and funny, and caring. Her eyes sparkle like diamonds when she smiles and can truly light up a room. She loves to dance, and play teacher and absolutely adores being a big sister. She is a helper and a perfectionist and hates not being good at something (wonder where she got that from). I am so proud of the little girl that she is and while part of me wants to freeze her just as she is, perfect and innocent to protect her, I am so excited to see what her future holds. So, I publish this post a bit early as I hope to be relishing every minute with my amazing six year old tomorrow, on her birthday. Here's a quick snap-shot over the past birthdays.

Madelyn was born on April 1, 2005 weighing just 6 pounds 4 ounces. It was Love at first site!

First Birthday Celebration at Gymboree

2nd Birthday Celebration - Lots of love for Elmo


3rd Birthday Celebrations at Disney - the Love for Princesses began - oh and a love for shoes too!


Fourth Birthday Celebration - still loves princesses and Minnie Mouse

Fifth Birthday Celebration - new-found love for Build-a-Bear (dressed as a princess of course). I will admit to not having my camera for her actual party. WOOPS!


and a quick snap shot after tucking her in tonight - her last night as a five-year old.

Henry - Palmetto Newborn Photographer

I'd like to introduce Henry! This little man was due on my birthday, March 17, but he had other plans. He arrived nearly three weeks early, with a head full of hair. This little man was a dream (quite literally) to photograph. He was just seven days old and really, made my job easy. I had so many favorites that I couldn't limit them this time. Congratulations Amy and George, your sweet baby boy is perfect!