{abby lynn} | playground fun at piedmont park | atlanta lifestyle photographer

May 18, 2018 in family

There's so much joy in hanging out with a toddler. We had this session at the park just for fun and I was happy to click during some cute moments of AL playing on the monkey bars (those are words I don't hear as often anymore!), playing with wood chips, and just running around. Last time I got to see her, I got to take some daddy daughter photos at the park.

I love how free spirited children are at this age and it wouldn't hurt to learn a thing or two from them. They are bright eyed, happy, hyper, and just excited for all of the things.

Looking at these images just makes me want to go to a park and have fun. I can remember the feeling of the grass and just hanging out playing with sticks!

What I love about lifestyle sessions is the ability to allow the child to take the lead and enjoy all of the small moments. If you're interested in booking a session, head over to some of my favorite images or drop me a message on my contact page!

these are images of a toddler playing at a playground at piedmont park in atlanta georgia. she is swinging from the bars and laughing

these are images of a toddler at a playground in atlanta georgia at piedmont park. she is tossing the wood chips from the playground into the air and jumping.

these are images of a toddler playing at a playground at piedmont park in atlanta georgia. she is running around and making silly faces.

these are images of a toddler young girl sitting in the grass, playing with sticks. she is playing at piedmont park in atlanta georgia.

{carrion family} | christmas fun | dallas family photography

December 26, 2017 in family

Although we aren't technically family, I enjoy every bit of the time I get to spend with my best friend's family. They take me in as their own, and I get to play with the two silliest, smartest, cutest little girls (okay I might be a little biased) a couple times a year. I have watched these girls grow over the years and I enjoy the time I get to see them. I bring along my camera to document the activities and silly games because it's always a treat to look back on them even just a few months later to see how much they've grown!

We began our day outside as the girls showed me their new Christmas gifts. They were so excited to show off their new clothes and their new bikes. Don't they just look so cute? We spent a little time inside to take a break to color, and then ended up going back outside in the backyard. They live in a small town north of Atlanta and they have so much land on their property. Living in the city you wouldn't get as much land as they would, so we definitely take advantage between having the bonfire going, the 4-wheeler rides, and letting the dogs run free. The backyard was such a wooded dream! The family stayed warm between having the bonfire going and staying warm with snuggles.

What I love about lifestyle sessions is the ability for the family to carry on the way they would as if I wasn't there. I just happen to be at the right place with my camera, ready to click! With two fast-moving little girls they definitely keep me on my feet and I love the way the photos tell the story. They are used to getting their photos taken but I still sometimes try to be sneaky so I can capture the genuine expression and emotions when they are playing.

Check out the blog for other recent sessions such as this Newborn Session and this lifestyle session at Ponce City Market in Atlanta!

these are side by side images of a young girl riding her bike in the family's frontyard. the images were taken during a lifestyle family session in dallas, georgia.

these are side by side images of a toddler young girl on her new bicycle. these images were taken during an in home lifestyle family session in dallas, georgia.

these are images of a girl inside sitting and coloring at the table.

these are images of a young girl during a family lifestyle holiday session in dallas georgia. the girl is laying on a bench swing in the family's backyard and smiling at the camera.

these are images of a family during a lifestyle family session. they were taken in the family's backyard and everyone is smiling.

these are images of a family on a bridge in the family's backyard. the images were taken during an in home lifestyle family session during the holidays in dallas, georgia.

{musson family} | six month sitter | atlanta lifestyle photography

November 18, 2017 in family

When you're six months old you can look cute pretty much doing anything. You can tell how much joy this family has for their littlest Cam! I loved that they wanted to include their furchild Max during our time together, because what's a family session without the whole family! We took these photos close to the holidays so keep scrolling if you want to see how much Christmas spirit this little guy had!

What I love about lifestyle sessions is that there will always be a time to get a family portrait, but sometimes you have to let the Playtime at the Park moments naturally happen that might include stick fights! If you'd like a session at your home or in your backyard, check out a recent Backyard Fun session here!

this is a collage image of a family of three- a mother, father, and their six month old baby boy in marietta georgia

this is an image of a mother and father holding their six month baby boy during a lifestyle family session in marietta, georgia

these are images of a dad holding his six month old baby boy and supporting him to stand on a rocking chair. they are both laughing and looking at the camera

this is an image of a six month old baby boy sitting outside on a blanket next to their family dog. the child is smiling and looking at the camera.

these are candid images of mom holding her baby boy outside and walking, looking at the trees, and kissing. these were taken during an in home lifestyle session in marietta, georgia.

these are a collage of images of a six month old baby boy sitting up on the bed in a suspenders outfit.

this is a closeup image of a baby boy looking at his "first christmas" socks during an in home lifestyle session in marietta georgia

this is a collage of images of a six month old baby boy sitting on the bed and wearing a christmas hat.

these are images of a six month old wearing a christmas hat and playing with christmas lights on the bed

this is an image of a family in matching christmas pajamas. dad is holding the six month boy on his shoulders and mom and dad are under the mistletoe that the baby is holding

this is a close up image during an in home christmas lifestyle session and the focus is on the family dog. the dog is looking at the camera.

{brian & abby lynn} | daddy daughter playtime | atlanta lifestyle photographer

November 15, 2017 in family

Sometimes as photographers we don't spend much time in front of the camera. I had been talking to Brian about scheduling a time to get some photos of him and his daughter so I was so excited when the family session finally happened! He's an Atlanta photographer as well, but today he was a Daddy that got to go play at the park!

I got to spend a couple of hours them today and one of the things they enjoy doing together is going outside to play. The visit at the park began with them play fighting with sticks, which I thought was absolutely adorable. We then took a walk to the trail that was in the back area, where they played peek a boo behind a tree. I don't know many toddlers that don't enjoy peek a boo! The two of them enjoyed talking about what they saw on the trail and the trail walk ended with an adorable piggy back ride. We got back to the grassy area of the park and the little girl giggled her way into Daddy's lap.

I loved the lifestyle feel of this because most of the moments were candid and natural. Interested in a play session at the park? Fill in your information on my contact page so we can schedule a family session!

these are lifestyle family photos of a father and his toddler girl playing with leaves at the park. the images were taken at hahn woods in decatur, georgia

these are side by side images of a young girl reaching out her hand to ask for help walking down a hill of leaves. the images were taken during a lifestyle family session in decatur georgia

these are images of a dad and his toddler daughter playing with sticks at hahn woods in decatur georgia.

these are images of a dad and his daughter playing hide and seek behind a tree at hahn woods in decatur during a lifestyle family session.

these are images of a dad giving his toddler girl a piggy back ride outside at hahn woods in decatur georgia.

{neal family} | backyard fun | atlanta family photographer

November 11, 2017 in family

I was so excited to meet this family for a family session. It was close to the holidays, but from meeting Mom and Dad I was able to tell they were all about the fun and just hanging out as a family. We played outside for a little bit, and let me tell you, bubbles always bring out the best in the kiddos! We were able to go inside and get some book time and doll play, and then finished in the backyard. I can't wait to share these images. You'll definitely see how much fun we had!

this is an image of a father outside holding his little girl and the little girl is comforting herself with her blanket

this is an image of a mother holding onto her little girl outside

this is an image of a mother, father, and two little girls standing outside in front of trees in the fall

this is an image of a little girl running in the grass and smiling as she runs towards her mom

this is an image of a father holding his little girl and laughing together while outside in front of trees

this is a black and white image of a mother sitting down and reading a book to a young little girl

this is an image of a little girl sitting on the floor while she is turning pages of a book

this is an image of two little girl sisters sitting on the floor and reading a book

this is an image of two little girl sisters in the living room, one is looking at a book, and the other girl is laughing and looking at mom

this is an image of a mother, father, and two young girls sitting in the living room while the two young girls are looking at a book

this is an image of a young girl in the living room of their home, dancing with one of her life size dolls

this is an image of a father holding a flower in his mouth, while the young girl and her mom are laughing

this is an image of a young girl laying on a blanket outside and smiling

this is an image of a mother and father outside while the father is showing the mother one of their child's stuffed animals, and the mom is laughing

this is an image of a mother, father, and two daughter young girls playing outside on a blanket

this is an image of a family of four- mother, father, two young girls holding up drinks and making a cheer

this is an image of a young child playing with a toy and pretend to hit her father with the toy while they are outside sitting on a blanket

If you're interested in booking a lifestyle family session, I'd love you to drop me a line on my contact page or send me an e-mail! Here are a couple more recent lifestyle sessions that include a Sunday Funday, a Cake Smash, and a Lifestyle Newborn session!

{aronson family} | sunday funday | atlanta lifestyle photographer

August 20, 2017 in family

I had the pleasure of documenting some silly moments with this family. The children were a bit excited with a new person coming into their home with a camera, but I was able to be a bit sneaky and tried to sit back and observe some family interaction. I loved the moments that I was able to document toy play, story time, and being silly with Mom and Dad.

If you enjoy weekend morning play as much as I do, I'd love to capture some lifestyle moments with your family! Head on over to my contact page to say hello or check out more of my work here!