Having been a little over a year since I had worked with this family, I was looking forward to meeting again and catching up on any new changes.   The obvious change was quickly apparent and the two kids I photographed last time were now going to be a big brother and sister!  Having worked with them twice now, I have no doubt that they will make good siblings.   Mom and Dad decided not to find out if they'll have a little brother or sister and I think that is so exciting in an age where all information is available instantaneously.  One thing is for sure, in about six weeks they'll finally know which name they will get to use!  Watching families grow and capturing these moments in time are the best components of family photography.  Kids grow and families change quickly but the photograph is a marker in time.  Enjoy the preview of their session : 

Being a photographer in Lexington Ky, I am fortunate to have quick and easy access to one of the most exciting sports here in the Bluegrass - horse racing.  Every spring and fall thousands gather for three weeks at Keeneland Race Course for thoroughbred racing.  There is nothing more colorful than the silks on the jockeys, the men in their bow ties, and the ladies in their sundresses.  It is a great place to meet, eat, and drink an afternoon away while enjoying the races.

This past weekend I was fortunate enough to return on the opening day of the spring meet.  Unfortunately, the weather was not quite as cooperative.  However, overcast skies, rain, and the threat of storms were not enough to dampen the spirit of the crowd.  The weather broke for a few hours giving spectators the chance to crowd the rail in front of the grandstand - one of my favorite places to view the race!  There is no comparison to the sound of the pounding hooves as the horses round the final turn and head down the homestretch.  As they draw closer to the finish one is amazed at their size and the speed at which they travel toward the finish line accompanied by the roar of the crowd, the celebration of victory, and the tossing of losing betting tickets.  

If you are ever visiting Lexington, Ky during a meet then by all means take advantage of the opportunity and add Keeneland to your list of things to do - you won't be disappointed!  

I love my repeat families!  It gives me the chance to form relationships with the parents and simultaneously watch the children grow.  Obviously, with that stated, this is one of those families.  I last saw them when the little guy was only a newborn so I was amazed to catch up with them again now that it's almost 8 months later.  Both he and his big brother are growing so quickly - it's truly amazing how quickly time flies.  

We used a Radio Flyer Wagon in his newborn session so we decided to bring it to the park for this one as well.  The wagon, a sunny afternoon, and of course the playground formed the backdrop for some good family memories.  Here are a few from the day: