One HOT Mama! {Sarasota Materntiy Photographer}

The title says it all. I had the absolute PLEASURE of meeting Sarah, Steve, Sawyer and "Nonna" at Siesta Beach for a maternity session. That's right, in late December, while most of the country was shoveling snow, we flew kits, shoveled sand, and even put our toes in the surf. The weather was a bit cold for us Sarasota folk (in the 60's), but it was definitely what I refer to as a Chamber of Commerce kind of day. Sarah is most certainly a beautiful, HOT mama and WOW, is she glowing! Sawyer is by far the most cooperative little 3 1/2 year old that I've photographed. Nonna was a blessing and a great sport. Steve, I am so glad I didn't need to break out the Benadryl or Epi pen when you saw the camera. Thank you for allowing me the honor to photograph and document this wonderful time in your lives. I can't wait to meet your precious new little one!

{The REAL DEAL!} - Sarasota Children'sPhotographer

We have been quite busy with Christmas festivities and I do have intentions of sharing some of those details soon, once I process them. But, I couldn't help but post just a couple from today. We went to Brunch with Santa today. It's a tradition we've done as a family for several years, each year gets a little more magical. The Santa is amazing, I'm pretty sure he's the REAL DEAL, no helper here! He magically knew that Madelyn and Thomas had both outgrown their Crocs and even knew their size and favorite colors!

Caroline and Santa...


One of my favorite pictures of ALL times! I absolutely LOVE this one. Such a classic.


The Svenson Crew - Madelyn, Caroline, Thomas and Bjorn with the Big Guy


We didn't tell the kids where we were going. It's a game we play with them whenever There's a special occasion. I initially started it a couple years ago, to prevent any drama in case that we were unable to make an event, but now it's a fun guessing game. Madelyn almost always figures it out beforehand, and today was no exception. She grabbed a gift bag and an "art project" (tracing of shapes on one side, address label stickers with handwritten names by her and Thomas on the other) before leaving the house and said "just in case we are going to see Santa, I want to bring him a present". This is Santa admiring the present. I ADORE the look on both of their faces, Madelyn has the shy but proud look and Thomas is proud and amazed. So them.




As a photographer, it's hard to allow myself to just take snapshots of moments and not always strive to get a portrait. If I was going for the portrait, I would have missed these moments, ones that I wouldn't trade for the world. And, as I sit here tonight writing this post, they are both in bed, wearing their new Crocs to sleep. There truly is nothing more amazing than experiencing Christmas through their eyes.

{Sneak Peek Doubley Blessed} - Sarasota Newborn TWIN photographer -

Parker and Hayden couldn't wait for their first Christmas! They arrived three weeks early just to prepare. I had the pleasure of photographing them and their big brother when they were just 9 days old. They are both tiny peanuts, Hayden weighing in at just over 5 lbs and Parker just over 6lbs. These babies are beyond loved and responded instantly to the sound of their mother's voice. It really was a family affair, passing babies to mom, dad, grandma and grandpa. I am truly blessed to have such a fantastic opportunity to be a part of their lives, even just for the afternoon.

Parker was all smiles snuggling up to his sister.



Couldn't resist the wrinkles. Parker had some of the best I've seen!


Check out the lips! Watch out Angelina - Hayden is going to give you a run for your money!


Parker showing us his bendy, curly newborn tricks.


Hayden was Bright-eyed, she didn't want to miss out on any fun.

{W Family Sneak Peek} - Sarasota Family and Maternity Photographer

I had the honor to photograph the "W" family this week. They have been beyond busy making preparations for baby boy #3 including a major house remodel. Thanks for taking a time out from the construction and drywall dust and allowing me to document you and your growing family. Erin you look fantastic!




No nap often causes a case of the sillies in the 3-year old crowd. I LOVE every single part of this one!





Evan in the sand trap - quite the serious little dude.


GORGEOUS Sarasota Sunset





Love this moment