Paxton 2 year Portraits

I am sure there are many of you out there that have watched this little boy grow up if you've been following my work or are a fan of Split Second Photography, you will be amazed at how big he looks in his cowboy outfit. I always joke about Paxton being the most photographed child on the planet because his mom is not only one of my biggest fans, she's also one of my best friends! Doesn't hurt to have a photographer as a best friend, does it? Well, while I was in Charleston to shoot Mackenzie & Derek's wedding (stay tuned for those photos), I also shot Paxton's 2 year portraits. His 2 year old party is going to be "Hoe Down" themed and Amy wanted to display some photos at his party and have people sign a matted photo. I can't believe how big he is getting and although he has had some "terrible 2 moments" lately, they are few & far between and he is seriously one of the most sweetest and laid back toddlers I know.

How I love this job ~
Suzie

Pierce -- 1 month

Ok -- actually 6 weeks, but we did the best we could do trying to find a time that worked for Pierce's one month photos! Its so cool to look at his newborn photos and these together. You can already see all of the changes a baby makes in such a short amount of time. Another reason why I encourage all of you parents to make sure you have the professional photos taken! Note: I also encourage all of the snapshots you take everyday with your own cameras! :)
Pierce is such a sweet, mild-mannered baby and he LOVES to be naked (understatement of the century). He also LOVES to spit up.

The note that Jenny left for her mom one night -- right after she realized she was pregnant. Hmmm. I wonder what the signs were? 

Douglas Charles' 1st Birthday

About six months ago I received an email from a friend of a friend on Facebook asking if I wanted to partner with her *incredible* stationary business and two other area businesses for a marketing giveaway. I was excited for an opportunity to market Split Second Photography so of course I accepted. Little did I know that the this friend of a friend would become such a good friend in such a short amount of time. Alison owns The English Pea and she designs her own adorable kids stationary, note cards, calling cards, luggage tags, etc! If you have a kid or are going to a baby shower you should check her out at www.theenglishpea.com.  Over the last 6 months I have been to at least 4 baby showers so her stuff has become my 'go to gift'. I love it! Anyway, her son Douglas Charles celebrated his 1st birthday a couple of weeks ago and was also baptized. Alison threw a great get together with friends and family to celebrate this special time which is where I captured the memories below. Check out her beautiful red-headed daughter. We have a special red-headed bond and Alison tells me that Charlotte asks for "Miss Suzie to come over and play" which totally melts my heart. I can only hope that I will have a red-headed child one day!! :) Another exciting thing to mention is that Douglas Charles took his first steps at his first birthday party. He literally walked for the first time (by himself) in front of his family and friends! I was so excited to be there to capture that exciting time! I mean, how awesome is it when you have a professional photographer in the right place at the right time? :)
I hope you enjoy these photos as much as I do! How I love this job!! ~ Suzie

This one is my favorite from the day. I seriously laugh out loud every time I see it. I have only been to 3 1st birthday parties in my life but 2 of the 3 consisted of the guest of honor with their finger in their nose the whole time. Must be a one year old thing...actually, now that I think about it, both of the nose pickers were boys.