It’s a {Beautiful} Life.

I have to admit – I absolutely ADORE big families … they make my heart jump for joy! And when I get a call to photograph a family with multiple children, I know it wil be a fun and exciting session! Some photographers might be “nervous” to shoot more than one or two children, but I love it.

I love the interaction of a large family, I love the happiness, the giggles, the natural feeling, the overall joy that surrounds the children … and the Sturgeon family was just that. So much fun! 

First off, let me just say that Jason (the dad) is a wonderful, AMAZING website designer – he designed my website and I love how he read my mind and made it suit Gigi Photography to a “t”!   We’ve been working together for five years and he’s always done such a wonderful job with everything is designs and creates. (He also designed my hubby’s website.)

Secondly, wow, this family drove a LONG drive to come get their photos taken … and they still looked amazing and were in good spirits! Thank you for making that HUGE drive to our little town of Orangeville … 

On, now onto the photos  … There is just someting so special about this family in particular … 

To us, family means putting your arms around each other and being there. 
— Barbara Bush

 

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Momma and her girls …  aw, man, they are just the cutest!

 

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Dad & his boys … I love a great dad and son shot! 

 

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This image just warms my heart- their oldest, Andrew, with their youngest, Heather (who was the cutest thing ever!) …

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all the kidlets … oh, they are just sooo cute!

(Don’t worry, mom, I have photos where they are all looking at the camera and smiling, but I just loved the interaction of this shot …)

 

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and you can’t forget the parents …

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Hope you enjoy your sneak peek! 🙂 

 

And now it’s time for an awesome giveaway … seriously. Listen to me. 

You DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS GIVEAWAY!!!! 
 

I would say it’s safe to guess that 90% of my blog readers are mommies – and not just moms, but PROUD moms, moms who adore their children and feel so very blessed to have those little arms wrap around you in the evening to kiss you good night or to make your heart just smile and burst with pride when you realize the beautiful people they are becoming …

Erin of the Vintage Pearl has come up with a great way to show just how proud you mommas are … check out these gorgeous creations … Erin, a mother to four beautiful children herself, first started her business so she could stay at home with her children and still earn an income. Now, her online business has expanded like crazy –  and can you see why?

Stunning! (Oh, would you look at that gorrrrggggeous name on the tag? Granted, it’s spelled with a ‘J’ but it’s still such a LOVELY name, don’t you think?! Hee hee!)

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Have lots of kids?! No problem – you can have lots of names on your necklace!

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And I absolutely adore these personalized spoons – would they not make great baby shower gifts?!

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Do you want one of your own? Wouldn’t you love one of those necklaces?!

One lucky winner will get to choose their favorite item from The Vintage Pearl website – all you have to do is a leave a comment here on this post. I will post the winner by the end of the week.

Post away!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

August 24, 2009 - 11:56 am

Tasha I love looking at your blog, it’s always so colourful and makes me happy! Your photography is AMAZING! I love the necklace in the picture, the saying is perfect for my girls!

August 23, 2009 - 2:14 pm

Catherine Another great session I see, and another great giveaway!

August 22, 2009 - 10:37 pm

Anne Gillian, I have yet to have the opportunity to meet you, but have had the pleasure of seeing some your work through others. You are super talented and I can tell you are one darn good mommy! I love looking through your photos! Keep up the great work!

August 21, 2009 - 1:59 pm

BJ SO SWEET! Love it! Hope i win 😉
BJ

August 20, 2009 - 11:11 pm

Chantelle I love pics of boys with their daddy too… It makes my heart melt. :o) As always, beautiful pictures!!

August 20, 2009 - 7:10 pm

Jennifer Gillian, I love reading your blog and your pictures are spectacular!!!!! These pieces are so lovely and perfect for every Mom, we do adore our children don’t we!!!

August 20, 2009 - 5:18 pm

Rebecca LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the necklaces!! Keeping my fingers crossed for this contest!!

August 20, 2009 - 3:59 pm

Blaire Gillian, your photos are always so beautiful and natural. I hope to one day book a session with you.

August 20, 2009 - 3:58 pm

Blaire Gillian, your photos are amazing. I hope to one day book a session with you.