Abundant Moments Photography

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Blocks, and fun with mom and dad.

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This little guy has been coming to me for a while, and he just gets cuter each time. See all his pictures here.

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Okay this guy is a HOOT! Natural Light is some of my favorite photography and this little guy really shines!

New Life, New Chapter.

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This little one was so easy to photograph - she seemed to know what was in store. What a blessing! See all her pictures here.

Extended Family On Location Shoot

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Family shoots are fun - especially when you can encorporate elements like your own home or a local watering hole. Enjoy viewing all these pictures here and here.

Young Family Shoot

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Okay so is he totally cute in that tub?

Lees Summit West Senior 2010

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What fun! This was a great shoot, with a very talented young man who loves so many things. See his whole shoot here!

Baptism

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Baptisms are beautiful and we are so blessed to be a part of them. In this case we just did a studio shot, but many times we are choosen to go on location to cover the event.

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This was a blast - I did older brother when he turned one and sissy before, and now little one! See the whole sisters shoot here.

Siblings

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I have watched these kids grow from afar as mommy doesnt live nearby. Gosh I watched mommy grow a bit too as she is the oldest of 5 - our Childrens pastor's kid! Watch the slideshow of thier shots here.

Summer FUN!

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So much fun!!! We wanted a bright and happy theme, and mom is super creative too. Here is what we ended up with. Watch the full slideshow here!

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What a treat to have the opportunity to photograph my daughters teachers wedding. A small affair, it was classy and simply beautiful in every way. See more favories in the slideshow here!

SUMMER IS OVER!!

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Summer is finally over! So now I can get caught up. Sorry people for the lack of blog entries - weddings, 5 kids home ALL the time, vacation, onlocation trips, etc. SO MUCH TO DO!!

More fun Shoots!!!!

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I took this little guys newborn pictures and his big sisters pictures since she was 6 months old. Its such a treat for me to photograph siblings and get to know the families. I love watching them grow!!! Watch his whole slideshow here.

You will remember Wes from my last blog entry - he is such a sweetheart! We did his birthday shoot at his home and now its time for his official one year pictures! So big!! See them all here.

Engagement Shoot!

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We are honored to be doing Mike and Christi's wedding this fall. We went to unity village and took some really fun shots the other day. See the whole shoot here.

One Year Old Party - OMG FUN FUN FUN!!!!!

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Photographing Wes since birth has been such a blessing for us. I love watching the little ones grow and change. And to capture growth over a year of an individual - well what an honor. As part of his First moments plan, I traveled to his house for his 1 year birthday party. Totally fun!!!

All the family was there!

I was never in my kids one year pictures because I was taking them!

So Wes wasnt the first family member, These two sweeties live downstairs.

And when I got back up, mr. cake in the face was getting a bath - and still in a good mood!

Congratulations WES!

Model Material

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We've known Lexi for years. And she has blossomed into a beautiful young lady. She's been told by many that she should model, and now she gets her chance. I have the privledge of getting to work for the Patricia Stevens model agency photographing thier models monthly. Its great fun and we get spectacular images. I referred Lexi in her direction and of course got to have a nice private shoot at my studio with her. Here is what we ended up with !

snakes and snails and puppy dog tails?

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Hardly!!!! Little sweetie here was such a treat. I loved doing his newborn pictures and really was excited to see him again. We had a good shoot. I love the naked picture where it looks like he is having a belly laugh! See the whole shoot here.

No she's not a senior! She's a SUPERSTAR!!!!!

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The first time I saw this beautiful girl I was immediately struck with her beauty. But honestly the thing that hit me even more strongly was her talent!!!! SO gifted! She wanted some fun shots to use on her website and her promo material. I am SURE we will hear more from this sweetheart! See her slideshow here.

Sweet Princess !

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I did mommy and daddys wedding a few years back and have worked at mommy's place of business on a corporate level taking pictures since then. What a treat to have a new addition to the family! See all of her pictures here.

Levi - getting bigger!

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You all know our sweet little friend Levi - well he is growing every month! Its so fun to have a customer back every month - not all of my plan members are that dedicated! Here is his most recent shoot.

Samuel and baby Joshua.

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What a treat for me! I did mom and dads wedding a few years ago - well gosh - more than 3! and now two kids later I see them again! See thier whole slideshow here.

What fun senior!!!

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Sean Did a great job at our shoot. A basket ball player, we enjoyed getting some fun shots around the basket at Legacy Park. I love the outdoor shots and the fun shots where we inserted them on his IPOD and behind him. See them all here.

More shoots!

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How sweet is she? Just an angel. We got lots of good pictures See all of them here.

Here is a new family that lives in my neighborhood. I love photographing my community neighbors. And such a wonderful family too!

The cake shot is truly one of my favorites. I did this little guys brothers one year shots several years back and now his! See all his shots here .

I was honored to take my students maternity pictures and twice as honored to take her baby's pictures. See the whole slideshow here.

This little guy (not so little anymore)has a new baby sister! See all of the pictures here.

Little man and little lady!

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Brother and sister - 2 and 4 - they are growing fast - gosh how often do we say that? They are so sweet. How blessed am I to have this job of capturing the fun and emotions of these angels?

See thier whole shoot here.

SPRING!!!!!!!

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Bunny pictures were so much fun! Digger is such a sweetie and did a great job as usual.

HUNTERS BALL!!! so much fun. Our church, Life Christian Center hosts the Hunters Ball every year now for 5 years. What a blast. We were honored to have covered the event.

We took Logans pictures last month when he was born at mommy and daddys house, and now he is one month old. We were able to get a few great family pictures, and a couple more cut ones of him by himself.

It always amazes me how fast the little ones grow. With so many of my baby plan members turning one, we have a few new spots open up on our baby plan. The first moments plan takes a limited number of kids per year, and its a busy time for birthdays! Look at Jase - oh what a sweetie! See the whole shoot here.

Truly a princess!

And look how much they like each other! Or at least it looks that way!

The whole family.

What a fun senior shoot. Warm, but with snow on the ground - how often does that happen? Lees summit looks so different with a little snow on the ground. See the whole shoot here.

You have to know the story behind this - its funny. Well, you will have to ask Katie yourself, but it invloves surviving mud, water and snow in barefeet, and rushing at bit. :)

New shoots!

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I love natural light. Any chance or opportunity to shoot in it I grab. This little sweetie was a runner - he wouldnt stop moving! But I grabbed a few quick shots when he paused for a second.

Then there is little brother who turned one. Time for some yummy cake!

This has to be my favorite shot. At how many ages can chewing on your shoe be cute?

Enjoy the whole slideshow of the boys here.

It's been such a joy to watch Coop group and now he is finally one! He had a good time during his shoot and was such a smiliey boy like usual. She his whole shoot here.

I've been photographing Ambers little guy since he was born, and big brother since before that. But the girls? This is a first, and oh my what beautiful girls! See thier whole shoot here.

This grumpy face is precious, and its all the more sweet when you see the best smilie I could get below.

Yeah - that's it. She does smilie - I think - I have seen it!

Naked butts and feet - HOW CUTE ARE THEY!!!!

What a fun family picture. Loving the natural light!

See all of sweet Miles shoot here.

This little guy wouldn't stop smiling. He was such a treat. So lucky I have been this last week! He whole shoot is here.

These little ones are pretty excited to be having a little brother or sister coming soon. Wonder what it is!

wow. I wish my belly looked that great when number three was on its way!

Giant bins of Grapefruit, carrots, anything you could imagine. What fun! I went to my daugters 7th grade field trip to Harvesters. Here's the slideshow I made of the images.

I have photographed big brother since he was born and now little brother. Such sweeties!

See thier whole shoot here.

My whole family is enjoying thier time at Premier Martial Arts. I have been blessed to be able to do some promo shoots with them. Here are some of my favorites.

Guess what this little girls name is? She is such a cutie!

Patricia Stevens Modeling Agency

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Once a month I head off to downtown Kansas city to shoot models at the Patricia Stevens Modeling Agency.

Girls, guys, occasionally a pet or two - we always have fun!!! Here are a few of the models I shot in this months shoot.

More Doggies!!!

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So as I mentioned before, I have been practicing shooting on dogs . Well these little guys were tough! Four little puppies with lots of energy!!!! What do you think?

Levi - 2 months old!!!

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Someone is NOT happy! LOL . Levi did great for his 2 month visit. See all his pictures here.

Chase's 6 month shoot.

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This little guy was such a joy! We got some great shots. I am anxious to take pictures with big brother at some point too. See his whole shoot here.

Logan - Fresh and new!

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Logan was born February 19th and he is so sweet! We did his shoot at his house, for convienience. Greg was with me so we got some additional perspectives and detail shots. See the whole shoot here.

Brycen

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Brycen was just not in the mood for a shoot, but we managed to get some good shots none - the - less. Cutie!!!!! See his whole slideshow here.

Sweet Jennifer

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I had the honor of photographing this little beauty a year ago and she is just as sweet and precious today as she was then. See her complete Slideshow here!

One year old! (and a few shots of brother)

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Brother has always wanted to smile for me - from his newborn pictures on. but little sis? Not so much. She's little miss serious! But soooo cute!!! See the whole slideshow here.

February - Yes Folks February isnt over and I am making a blog entry!!! OMG!!!

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So I took that Pet Photography Class I was telling you about last month. It was terriffic!!! I got home and the very next day borrowed these doggies from a friend. BEAUTIFUL dogs - VERY energetic!!! It went very well and a learned a TON!! Want to see thier slideshow?

Faith and her friend Alyssa - (my dog handlers)

So how did the boudior pictures go? FABULOUS!!!! I really cant show you images, becuase they are private, but here are a couple !

Sweet little ones. PSSSSST! Here is a secret! They weren't really laying next to each other at the same time (not happiliy anyway!) Thank goodness for photoshop!

Little one was already in for her shoot a few weeks back, but grandma wanted window pictures. Our window is pretty popular. It gets requested alot. Isn't she sweet!!!!?

I did Valories pictures when she was born. She is Sarahs age now!!!!

Ron is a friend of my husbands from church He and his wife are a huge blessing to all of us. He is a musician and has partnered with Vicki(see her below) to travel and minister through music. They are named "Diamonds and Denim" ! Here is the webpage.

Wow is he a cutie or what???? Hudson was so sweet. Gosh arent they all? Loved getting pictures for the siblings (who were in school during the shoot) and I cant wait to get the whole family togeather for the next shoot. Here's his slideshow.

Yup its that time of year again. Father Daughter dance through Parks and Rec. We had so much fun. Over the years its grown and grown to the point where we are at two locations for two nights in a row. My team did a terriffic job and got fabulous shots of each daddy and kid and lots and lots of candids. Go here to view all the pictures (no slideshow) .

I have known this family for a long time. Relatives of friends, you know that kind of thing. This little boy is like none other though, so unique. He has this incredible joy and wonder in his face. Its really quite extraordinary. I think he gets it from mommy , not dad. LOL Watch his slideshow too. Its cool.

Loved the maternity, loved the newborn - darn it here is another one that is GROWING TOO FAST!!! Watch the slideshow - you'll love it.

December... January - Is it 2010 already???

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Sure these girls are beautiful - but they are also so sweet and kind. I know some of that is genetic - but I just call it good parenting and lots of love!!! Check out thier slideshow!

So you like my new pink paper?

I have been photographing this little sweetie since she was born. And she has always been a smiliey one! Check out her slideshow.

What a fun wedding. This couple was sent from God. A very special and unique couple, they met overseas - both military and then carried that relationship over to home. A difficult time and place to develop a relationship, but thiers is rock solid. And what a fun day! From the traditional miltary touches, to the goofy personalities of the wedding party members, it was never a dull moment! See thier slideshow for a bunch of favorites from thier day.

So I did mommy's senior pictures, and this little ones newborn pictures - and now she is three months old! When did THAT happen???? See how cute she is on her slideshow.

I was so thrilled to have Haunnakah pictures in addition to the Christmas ones I had done. See this little guys slideshow here.

I think this angels mommy is trying to catch up with me. This is baby number 4. LOL. And everyone of them beautiful and fun. See her slideshow - you will love it!

Here is one of my new props - black plexiglass - LOVE how it reflects!

Lots of pregnant people and lots of babies. I did this couples wedding eons ago and am so anxious for thier little one to arrive!

Babies babies and more babies!!!

SLIDESHOW of baby cadence.

Slideshow of baby Jackson.

This dog is soooo sweet! Having this little one in the studio motivated me to take a class on Dog portraits so I can get some new techniques. MuShu - what a precious dog!

So fun to see little ones grow. I am truly blessed to know this family. Talented and gifted parents, kind and real. I enjoyed doing big sisters pictures from birth to now and now her little sister is already one! So exciting! (and sad in a way - tear - they keep growing so fast!!!!!) Watch the slideshow and see both of these little angels. My favorites are the little one playing with mommy and daddy.

Dakota has been with me since birth too, and OH MY GOODNESS what a cutie! I loved being at his one year birtday party and really enjoyed seeing him plow through cake. Here are a couple pages for his as you grow album, and here is his most recent slideshow!

Oh LEVI!!! Levi is the first child of my long time and incredibly wonderful assistant Jamie. She is a gift from God, and normally I would be a little ticked that someone took her away from me (temporaily I realize) but goodness, now I am auntie Debra and that is SUPER!!!! He is so so so precious - he really almost (I said almost) makes me want to have another one. I was blessed to be able to be at the hospital to record a photo birth story - here is the slideshow for that. Then, I took a bunch of pictures the next day at the hospital, and more in the studio 3 days later - here is that slideshow. Below are a few pictures from the hospital and the studio. you might not be able to tell the difference. I really was albe to have fun with Levi - and got to try some great new shots.

Isnt he incredible!!!!!!! I just want to kiss him all over!

BOUDIOR PROMO!!!!

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November! Whew! It's beginning to look like Christmas!!!!

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Mr. Bryson - such a sweet baby - see his whole slideshow here.

I LOVE this family! They come in each year and just get cuter every year!

More new babies. Sweet Easton.

The long awaited Military Ball. What an honor to photograph 1000 marines at Union Station. Our team of 14 really did a great job! If you want to see all the pictures - look at them here.

What a treat to do senior pictures, then a few years later do her babys newborn pictures. Maybe someday we will photograph this little girls wedding! See Miss Rylies slideshow here.

This family is so unique! Beautiful children, fun parents - all with such sweet spirits!

I have been honored to photograph this beauty since she was born. Now I can't believe it , but she is one!

This senior came in for an onlocation shoot last month and it was SO FUN!! we did the city - the westbottoms - in the RAIN! Fun fun. She came back for her instudio and we snuck outside when the sun was setting for more fun shots.

I did probably 60 different christmas cards - you will see more in december blog. Here is a teaser!

LOVE MY NEWBORNS!!!!!! There is something about the first 24 hours of life that is extrodinary. With the first moments plan, it includes a hospital visit AND a studio visit in the first week. Here is the hospital visit (in the format of thier first album page - also comes with the plan)

And here are some of the studio shots, placed in the birth announcement - its less than a week later - but how different he looks!!!!

doggone it they are sweet even in the belly!!

Who says you can't do a large group in the studio?

Halloween is fun because we see so many exciting costumes. These two were so sweet.

My goodness - here is my little elf! I did mommy's wedding and one of her daughters senior pictures. So fun to see so much growth!

What a joy. This little guy is one of my absolute favorite little sweeties. Watching him grow from birth to almost two years old has been so much fun. He is truly an incredible boy.

When mom and dad came in for maternity shots, I could never imagine that a year and a half later i would be taking pictures of this little pumpkin. She is a total sweetie.

Hillarious family!!! And this picture is totally typical of thier personality. Thier wedding was a hoot and I would expect nothing less from them. :)

Its all about the eyes! How sweet are these kids!?

You would think they never argue or fight by looking at this picture. And actually, in this case, I think they get along great. But how many times are we capturing them in an uncharacteristic pose?

I love my once a month trip into the city to Patricia Stevens Modeling agency. Melissa takes such good care of me and its such a treat to take pictures of so many beautiful people. I have photographed this gal before. She s a sweet girl and a bunch of fun.

These girls are all related - not that you could tell!!!!

My pal and FABULOUS hairdresser - and one of the best hip hop teachers around! Amber and Bobby Rae.

And thier babies!

Another cutie from Patricia Stevens Agency.

This little gal has grown up right before my eyes. How cute is she?

Love pure JOY coming from these kids.

I did these two angels last year just after little sis was born - MY has she grown!!!!!

No caption needed - OH MY GOSH SO SWEET!!!!

Having girls of my own, its so fun to watch them interact and be able to photograph the love between them.

This little darling is so so precious.

Mom says this little one just doesnt do pictures. Well, you can't tell from the pictures, but she wasnt thrilled about it, but we got great pictures anyway.

Here is another great story about a regular. You know, Abundant Moments is like a big family. I feel like I have 100 kids. Well, sort of some days after school it sounds like I have 100 kids around here. LOL. Anywho, miss thing down here came in for her pictures with her new baby brother. And a few years back I did mom and Dads wedding. I have done countless events for this and thier extended family and its such a neat bunch!

So many cuties this season! You have to see this little ones eyes!

Remember my senior that I did outside and in? I just got a new backdrop and used her as a guinea pig. She is the MOST beautiful guinea pig ever!!!

Here she is again with her favorite things.

Love the sibling groups. What a great present for moms.

sweet babies.

I have done these boys since the oldest was little. Wow three boys. My! Mom is busy!!!

Salad anyone?

ADORABLE!!!

This little guy wouldnt take a bad picture. Mom and dad were pretty good lookin' too! We had a fun shoot out at unity village. The colors were good and the architecture was beautiful.

I get to do pets now and then, and lots of toddlers, but togeather - well not so often - its a bit of a challenge - but how fun!

October Customers. Fall is in FULL SWING!!

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We went out to James A Reed for some pictures of Jessie and her mommy and daddy - what a beautiful Horse! See all of Jessies pictures in her slideshow.

A beautiful facility and a fun bunch of kids equals great pictures! Faulkners !

Aren't they sweet?

Every once in a while I will get twins to photograph - but never have I had Senior boy twins! These boys were such fun - really into thier car, thier shoes and their skateboards!

See thier whole shoot here.
Family shoots at Unity! The foliage is great - but it won't last!

Mat and Jeni - super neat couple who are getting married next year. Love the dogs! I did Jeni's sisters wedding earlier this year, and I can't wait to work with the family again. See all of Matt and Jeni's pictures in thier slideshow!

Yes they brought their pups - look closely at the bandanas - they say "save the date"!

Can you believe it - this brook is in my backyard!

What a fun senior! He brought his girlfriend and we did two fun shoots, one in studio and one very early in the am - just before the sun was coming up so we got incredible soft light - 7am! Awesome shots!

While you are at it - check out another gal here - she is dynomite - Ashley!
Some birth announcements from a few of the sweet newborns I saw in October. Aren't they precious!!!

And just look at this sweetie! I did Mom and Dads wedding a few years back and her one year old shots were incredible! Now - I ca't believe it - she is two!

It was bone chilling cold - middle of the day - but we wanted a fun fall shot on the golf course - and we got it!

So here is my best friend Angie (the dj) and one of my assistants and fellow photographers Brett helping out by posing for the military ball uring our practice run. Angie is such a cheese ball and is such a ham!

How cute are my customers babies?

Priceless!

He had a spider birthday! Goodness I am glad I wasn't there!

Kids love to be photographed with thier pets, and we love to do it. We have done this little guy with his lizard, a senior with her snake, and countless dogs and cats. This is not the first rabbit, and I am sure its not the last!

Dad's a pilot!

Remember that newborn on the intro page in her dads firefighter arms? Here she is - one year old!

We went out to Megans house at sunset and got the best pictures. So pretty out there!

This was a fabulous shoot we did in the West bottoms in downtown kansas city - when it was POURING!!!! It was awesome!! If you look close - you can see the rain coming down.

this gal is a beauty - just naturally. I did her sisters senior pictures a few years back, and now its her turn! See all her pictures here.

Ernie is a cutie and looks just like his mom and dad!

These girls are a delight - as always! And have grown so much since thier last visit! We went down to Hartman Park for some fabulous pictures by the water.

I love doing Amandas maternity - especially when it involves pictures of Brock, who I photographed in his moms tummy.

Plus have you ever seen such a beautiful pregnant woman!?

October Weddings! SOOOOOO many and soooo beautiful!

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Remember that WONDERFUL florida wedding we did in August? Well, they had thier reception back here in Kansas city in the beggining of October - so much fun! Here are some faves, or watch the slideshow for more!

They met at this skating rink - so we HAD to go check it out!

The bride loves pengiuns, so we had to stop at the pengin statues on the plaza. Well, while we were checking out the penguins, the wedding party was across the street getting free drinks! (and a photo op)

Grandpa brought his car to the reception for a few fun shots - cool ride!

one of my most favorite things is catching not just what is going on, but the reactions to what is going on. So fun!!!!

and feet - how fun!

Kevin and Susannah - I LOVE it when the brides wear thier hair down! SO great for pictures! Check out the slideshow!

He wore his hair down too. LOL
The foliage was incredible!

Its so fun to get them interacting to the point where they forget (or at least look like they forgot) you are standing there. :)

Reactions - so fun. How cool is my job that I am a part of this joy?

Jason and Megan - an elegant and fun couple full of life and love!

Check out all my favorites with thier full slideshow.

Some fabulous customers from September

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Unity is a beautiful place to do family pictures - especially when there are some furry friends in the family!

Brooke - what can I say about Brooke? Every once in a while a radiant soul comes my way - I am so blessed to be able to photograph her! You saw her outdoor shoot earlier in the blog, her indoor shoot was fabulous as well.

I am blessed to be able to shoot at The Patricia Stevens Modeling agency once per month. This month it was warm and sunny and the perfect day to take the models outside for some fun shots.

When I shot the bands Disciple, Everlyn, Stellar Kart and Kutless in March, I made a connection with the promoter who invited me to come and take pictures when Seventh Day Slumber Came to Town. Here are some pictures of them and the other bands that played that night - Fight the Fade, Shatter Me and Tripleshift.

This little guy has been coming to me since he was born - such a poser!

And look at his brother! Hummm... the cheeseball behavior must be genetic!!! So photogenic too.
What a fun maternity shoot, and a lovely couple - I cant wait for you to all see thier little guy!

GREAT video!!!! Of my kids

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Photoshop CANT help THIS!!!! My sweet little guy!

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So Nathaniel Took a tumble yesterday on the pavement. His lip hurts so much the poor little guy can't even smile. He sniffles constantly and drools the poor little guy. Actually, the picture doesnt even do it justice. The top lip pokes out as much as his nose! He is going to be okay, but pray for my little guy. He was getting out of the van and kind of skipping towards the house - not even running, and tripped. It happened so fast, his hands didnt even break his fall. :) Doesnt he look so pitiful? I promised him I would get him a shake at McDonalds as soon as they started serving lunch today.

Sunshine State Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Annual Fun Day!!!

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Wow! Thats a mouthful! These were beautiful Dogs. Such a beautiful day in sunny Florida and perfect for the event. I have so many favorites - here is the slideshow - www.abundantmoments.com/SSRRC . Check it out! Here are a few faves -

HELP!! Planting Gardening Landscaping help!

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So here is the backyard - a giant hole where the pool used to be. That is a project for later though. Here is what I need help with.

Side yard - I have plans drawn out (my mom helped me) and I want to start small - planting a few things, moving a few rocks. I need help - manual labor - people who want to trade for picture credit. People who like digging in the dirt and can get in there and get it done. I will give $25 per hour picture credit to anyone who wants to help.

It doesnt look too bad - right? LOL :)

Roland and Brandi

2009-09-22T09:27:00.000-07:00

What a terriffic wedding. The couple plays softball togeather, so we got some really fun shots at the field where they played. THe entire group was a blast. The location was perfect and I have never seen a mom (LInda you rock!!!!) work so hard to make her daughters day perfect. AND she was calm and collected the WHOLE time. One classy lady let me tell you.

Here is a slideshow to all my faves so far (of course it just happened saturday, so I havent combed through them yet LOL)

www.abundantmoments.com/rolandandbrandi

Recent Shoots - SOOO MANY!

2009-09-18T05:28:00.000-07:00

So we have been busy - God is Good! Here are a few of my favorite pictures from recent shoots and links to thier slideshows so you can see all the pictures! (As always you can see all the pictures on the website under Online viewing.)

Our beloved Babysitter Megan and her family - What a treat to photograph them!

What a fun senior! Elliott (with two t's :) was so agreeable and we had a great time!

There are some customers that you have had forever and Megan is one of them -its been such a pleasure to watch Maddie grow from mommys belly to such a beauty!

Another regular. Emma has been coming to us since she was born as well. And here I had to laugh - I don't know what daddy was doing behind me but she sure thought it was funny!

A New senior and his dog. What a treat for us! We love getting the senior boys. And the pets! God little gift to us daily.

What a fun shoot! This little guy in a tub (well no water, he is actually sitting in a bumbo seat in there) was laughing away at mommy!

Hummmmm. What is that??????? The whole shoot was a blast ! What a ham!!!

What an honor to be asked to be KLOVE's official photographer for the Rush of Fools concert on 9-9-09. If you listen to KLOVE you know who Rush of Fools are. Here is the slideshow of all the pictures.

Always thrilled to take pictures of pastors - and as always, a headshot for the ministry is free.

Nothing cuter than CAKE pictures!

One of my faves from ROCK THE LIGHT at Starlight. This is Brandon Heath. BIG FAN!!!!

And here is my oldest daughter performing at star light that same night for the talent competion!

More of my regulars - and chessy little angels.

This little girl has also been coming since she was born and is a beauty. She as really blossomed and has the most beautiful eyes!

Okay so speaking of favorite customers - This little gals mommy has come to me since before her oldest was born and has brought me So much business.

Russ and Ashley

2009-08-30T19:42:00.000-07:00

Russ and Ashley got married yesterday, Saturday the 29th of August at beautiful Meadowview Gardens. Meadowview is in Bates City and its one of my favorite venues - a terriffic place to shoot, and all inclusive. It was a perfect day for it! To see all my faves click here.
Here are a few fun shots -

Such a beautiful bride - back, front, and on the inside!

Quite possibly the cutest ring bearer ever!

Being so close when the bride and groom exchange rings is such an honor - I often find myself holding my breath!

Dad - the videographer!

The moon and the sunset - soooo beautiful!

I was SOOOO excited we got to see fireworks!

The sunset was breathtaking.

We yanked apart a few bridesmaids boquets - they were so gracious to sacrifice them for the pictures.

Brooke - Senior 2010

2009-08-25T07:55:00.000-07:00

AWESOME SLIDESHOW

Travis and Amanda!

2009-08-25T07:41:00.001-07:00

Travis and Amanda - Young, vibrant, responsible parents of two incredibly beautiful children. What a blast we all had! Again we felt like family - of course we have been working with these two for quite a while and are so excited to see that the day is finally here. Everything went off without a hitch (well except for our little ride in the curb jumping misguided limo LOL) and it was so much fun. We got 10 times more fun pictures than I thought we did ( as usual)! Here are a few of my faves.

Oh to see ALL my faves the teaser slideshow is here .

Travis and Amanda chose to do thier Private Moments in the Cancer Memorial Park right next to thier church (Unity temple on the plaza) - Great spot - intimate and outdoorsy - and unique!

Unity Temple has beautiful stained glass and lots of room.

They have the CUTEST kids! Sage and Scottie are a HOOT!

A ballon release - ORIGINAL!!!!! And way cool to watch.

Gotta go to Nelson!

Oh gosh you had to be there! He is chasing her with CAKE!

Dancing - and did they ever dance!

Travis and Sage fly ALOT! - She grinns so much when she is in the air.

Scottie with his mommy - such a joy to watch - this kid has so much love for mom.

The photobooth was by KCPHOTOBOOTH - they are amazing! How fun! And it totally complements what I do!

Pam and Ryan

2009-08-19T10:12:00.001-07:00

To see All my favorites from Saturdays wedding, visit the slideshow.

This wedding was a total blast. Pammie is the third daughter from the Price family, and the last to get married. I was honored to we thier wedding photographer for both of the other sisters, and so pleased to be there for Pam and Ryans special day. It rained off and on, but really just enough to cool things off. Pams colors were shades of Green, and it was beautiful!

This cake was huge and INCREDIBLE!!!

SCHOOL IS STARTING! NEW HOURS!

2009-08-16T13:46:00.000-07:00

Well folks! School starts on Tuesday so we have new hours - extended! We have added M/W/F from 10-2 for your convienience! Check out our online scheduler to make an appointment.

FLORIDA WEDDING!

2009-08-10T07:01:00.000-07:00

Want to see the slideshow of all 237 favorites? Click here.

Chris and Mandy were married August 6th, on Crystal Beach in Destin, Florida. Destin is a beautiful spot in the panhandle looking out over the Gulf of Mexico. The water is Turquoise, and the sand is a beautiful soft white. Its just perfect. We arrived on the 5th to do sunset pictures and caught these beauties as a storm rolled in.

It was windy and sprinkling, but the sky was so beautiful with the dark clouds, we just had to keep shooting!

Aren't they just the sweetest thing ever?

So these two are my all time faves. We knew we wanted this shot, and promised mom we wouldnt use the wedding dress for it, so Mandy bought a white sundress for this part of the shoot.

They don't even look like they know we are here!

So it was really raining here, but you can't really tell! (except for the fact that noone is on the beach - I wonder why? LOL)

Gotta do the initals in the sand.

LOVE THE FEET!

THe sun started to set, and the colors were beautiful.

So now its wedding morning, and I catch some detail shots before heading over to the hairdressers.

Then we do Private moments at a gazebo down the strip.

And head out to a spot we scoped out with a stairway and sand dunes.

We snuck a few shots along the beach, but it was pretty busy, so only a few. (of course I made the people disappear)

Then, down time in the condo while we set up, and then time for the ceremony.

Chris and his natural smile - they both have a million expressions!

Mandy - so beautiful - radiant.

The sand ceremony has so much more significance on an actual beach. Plus the moms put sand in prior to the kids - very cool.

Really a pretty good turn out! 12 people in the wedding party, and about 20 some guests.

So the sun was setting as we finished up and we took fabulous shots right there on the beach.

Mom cringed as that dress got close to the water - we really pushed the envelope on that! We need it to be okay for reception back in Kansas city!

The sun, the shore, the sand ... all so beautiful.

The wedding party. Truly one of the most fabulous bunches of people I have ever had the pleasure of spending time with. Every one of them unique, kind and giving. And funny!

The whole gang!

Gotta do the jumping shot!

So cool - taken as the sun just finished setting (we had to run back in for the boquet) and lit with two flashes. FUN!

Then a fun intimate reception at the resturant on the beach.

Very little of this cake actually made it into thier mouths!

Thier first dance was so sweet. It was like noone was in the room.

Then back to the cottage the wedding party was staying at for a fun jumping in the pool shot!

We headed back the next day and now I am sorting through 3396 pictures!

Brittany - senior 2010

2009-08-03T17:35:00.000-07:00

Brittanys slideshow - WAYYYYY fun! Part one of her session.

See Haileys senior slideshow

2009-08-03T16:54:00.000-07:00

Haileys senior slideshow - INCREDIBLE!!

Ben and Stephanie - August 1st, 2009

2009-08-02T13:24:00.001-07:00

Ben and Stephanie were married at Calvary Baptist Church in Odessa yesterday, and had thier reception at the Rhinehold Pole Barn in Oak Grove. What a GREAT wedding! Here is the link to thier slideshow - http://www.abundantmoments.com/benandstephanie/

Calvary Baptist Church is that church up on the hill in Odessa across from the outlet malls. My goodness is it big, bright and beautiful!

This is a new reception venue for us - the Rhienbold Pole Barn in Oak Grove - its extraordinary! Lots of places to shoot, and as the Bride said - its "GOD's Country"! Great White ceiling for bouncing light and beautiful grounds.

So this is my new shot - using caution tape. LOL It turned out pretty good I think!

This is the GROOMS CAKE!!! Seriously! It was german choclate, and that fur is frosting - no kidding!

Yes!!! We ARE ALIVE!!!!!!!

2009-08-02T13:13:00.000-07:00

GOOD GRIEF! So its been since November since I published a post. Well, I keep saying I want to post daily, but I have to catchup first. I finally took the advice of a fellow photographer and a friend who is a videographer and decided - not to give up, but work backwards - sort of. I will post exciting stuff AS IT HAPPENS (you know like normal people) LOL. Then, as I can catch up, I will tell all of you exciting stuff that has happened in the past. Works!

So first off - This weekend was lots of fun - On friday, we (Greg and I) drove to Columbia to photograph a marriage proposal. He had the whole thing planned (and was videotaping it as well) and we were there - hidden across the lake with our big dog lenses - to catch it all. Here are some shots -

Congratulations Jordan and Carrie! We don't have a date set yet - but We WILL BE THERE!!!

August - school starts and more wonderful customers

2008-11-15T11:45:00.001-08:00

Some more pages in the as you grow books. These leather albums are so popular because you can put the pictures in them each month and take them home. As the child grows and we make new pages, you just bring the album back!

This family was tons of fun. We went to Unity Village and found some really outdoorsy spots to take gobs of great pictures.

How sweet is big brother and little sister?

And she is quite the little miss smiliey in the roses. One of my favorite shots with little girls to be sure.

Newborn boy with mit and ball - a timeless favorite.

My word this little girl is darling.

Then plop brother in there - CUTE!

Or just hold brother upside down. LOL.

This sweet princess is a mover and a smilier! I just love documenting her as she grows.

And can you believe it? SHe is one!

All smilies!

Oh my gosh - I am totally truthful when I tell you that this little girls parents did NOT give her a mohawk - seriously this is how her hair grows!!!!

And here is what it looks like when you comb it down.

The expression is what gets me. :)

Baby in veggie bowl - a heavily requested shot also.

One of our signatures - birthday pictures include eating through a real cake that we provide. These are COOL pictures!

I love the feet. How timeless is this?

Motion shots are great too.

More Shots of beautiful Models at Patricia Stevens Modeling Agency. LOTS OF FUN!

Sweet Gabriella. She was only with us for a short time - and every moment was a treasure.

Gabriella and her loving family.

She really is an angel.

Family pictures at James A reed - you just cant go wrong!

The boys are so sweet!

Something about the backs of kids - it leaves so much up to the imagination.

Thier fronts are cute too! This little joy had so much spirit!

I LOVVVVVVE newborns! So beautiful!

And so easy to move (once you get them asleep)

The most precious porcelian face - seriously like a doll! This is the little girl that comes up first on my slideshow on the home page - under the running sink water - how she has grown!

One of my favorite customers - mom always has great ideas and helps me grow and stretch myself. Nicest people too!

July Customers - So many beautiful people!

2008-11-15T10:00:00.000-08:00

One year goes soooo fast! Its fun to mark it with a collage. This collage is the one that comes with the As You Grow one year plan that you can read about on our main website. Such a beautiful Girl!

The pages in the as you grow plan document each month or visit and this page documents this little guys first visit. So sweet!

Senior season is upon us! This senior was an absolute delight to photograph. She let us put her in the water and drag her all over Kansas City.

How beautiful and fun loving is she?

Every once in a while, you run into a customer with an animated child who just can't take a bad picture. That was the case with this little tyke. She is a HAM!

Its that time again to photograph my favorite little customer in Florida. This time Greg got to come along and took some spectacular shots of him and his parents new pool! His parents own the largest pool company in Florida - Orlando Pools and they have quite a beautiful pool in thier backyard!

There are more pictures of thier pool and beautiufl bulldogs below.

Love those little hineys!

This sweetheart was really looking for something through the window - I think it was daddy on the other side! Giggle.

How cute is a little baby in a swimsuit!

Or naked.

Family pictures out at James A Reed are always a hit. Unfortunatley, on this day it was VERY sunny!

On this day, we just used our studio front yard - and luckily it was overcast - no squinting today!

Sometimes the little ones show a personality that is unmistakeable. This little one does just that.

Same little guy - Happy in mommys hands!

One of my favorite shots, I havent taken it for a while - the greecian urn with grapes. Oh goodness I forgot how much fun it was!

We have LOTS of Missou and Huskers fans around here!

Someone is VERY happy about the TUTU!

My new Barnwood clubhouse background is perfect for this little guy.

You know it helps when you and mommy are beautiful people!

Cooking up something special for dinner tonight!

PERSONALITY!

A Royals fan! (there are some left out there? LOL)

Same sweet baby.

I can ALMOST walk!

I love my mommy.

Some of our Patricia Stevens models. Our monthly shoot is a highlight for me. Beautiful girls, willing models - LOTS of fun!

And then there is miss Sydney - I CANNOT believe how big she is!

My best friend Angie had this little angel April 1st and I have been honored to be her photographer (hey who else?) What a delight her whole family is to us.

Oh my gosh - is it me or is this kid CUTE????

So Miss Sydneys family owns a fireworks stand or two - so we had to get these shots!

Here is a few shots of the pool and our florida clients bulldogs!

Okay so the spot here by the bottom left is a hottub and the patio is so cool - like an island oasis, then see the waterfall? Behind it is a little cave that goes all the way through and it lights up at night!

Aren't these dogs sweet?

A few more Patricia Stevens models - I got to go twice this month because she was having a class. These girls are so open to new things!

Well - we get guys too, but my faves are the girls. :)

Lots of fun!

This guy liked to be creative - and most of the models do have an artisitc creative side, so it works out nicely for me.

The laundry line is one of my favorite shots. A signature shot really, though I got it from a studio called Blue Moon years ago. I have changed and perfected it and definately made it my own. People call all time and ask if I am the studio that does "that laundry line shot".

And YES he is really hanging there - its not photoshop - I have been doing this shot for years - BEFORE photoshop.

Look how much fun he is havin! I love getting the little ones (and big ones) to laugh - that just is the icing on the cake for me.

Absolutely Beautiful family. You know it's getting to that time to be doing the whole christmas picture thing!

Everyone loves the custom color - and there is nothing like a childs reflection in the mirror.

Or a little girl on her very own ballet bar.

Catch up time!

2008-09-29T08:31:00.000-07:00

So Now I need to "catch up" with the blog. I have in the past updated month by month on the family blog with pictures from the weddings and shoots I have done - so I need to catch up with July, August and September, so the family blog is just that - personal and family. Now, of-course we consider all of you part of our family, so please still take a peek at our family blog to see what is going on with us - remember its at http://www.abundantmoments.com/Lawrence.html Check it monthly - but check this one OFTEN!
So here are some shots from shoots in july august and september - to get you caught up.

Winterset - HOT SPOT!

2008-09-29T08:23:00.000-07:00

Everyone asks where this image was taken. You may recognize it as my family last october, and now my email signature image. We shot this st Winterset park, here in Lees Summit - one of my favorite spots - especially for families and seniors. Many of our seniors hop into the water for some wet fun!

Abundant Moments Wedding and Senior Blog is now OPEN!

2008-09-29T07:26:00.000-07:00

Well, as much as I love my family blog, there is just too much to tell all of my customers and my family to mix the two togeather. So here it is - a Blog for the seniors and weddings -Others too, but its a place where people can reply and post and get excited about what's new and fun with Abundant Moments.