How cute is that natural mohawk Hank is sportin’ ; ) I think everyone who knows him and his mama would agree that he’s one of the most loved little guys ever. It was really special for me to photograph him, and I can’t wait to watch him grow over the years under his mama’s care. Enjoy these few of newborn images of him!
*holly
What is there to say? Her face says it all! I photographed Leela as a newborn and now documenting her 6 months later is the greatest…the smile, those chubby rolls, her little personality coming to life. I’m so thankful to capture these moments for my clients. It makes my heart happy ; )
*holly
I couldn’t close out the week without sharing these with you. Next week, I’ll have more photos and thoughts to share from Britney’s birth (my first doula experience) and a few other cuties like sweet baby Colin, too. Until then…enjoy the weekend!
*holly
Dreaming of the Loire Valley in southern France today…I love the simplicity and the beauty of life there. The gardens growing your next meal, the animals producing milk to create cheese that will melt in your mouth, the grapes ripening for wine. There’s so much about the lifestyle that I resonate with and adore. Not to mention the light just glows a little differently in the French countryside. These photographs are a few I took of my favorite things while visiting last year. Where are you dreaming of today?
*holly.
Happy Friday! Going shopping this weekend? Here are a few of my favorite gift ideas I’ve seen while perusing this holiday season. The first set includes a handful of cute, well-made toys that’d suit any 3-5 year old. The second is the newest Coal Train Railroad: SWINGS! I promise you, I have listened time and again to the first CD they made, and it’s great jazz music with lyrics kiddos will enjoy over and over. Mom and dad love it, too!
What’s better? To kick off your weekend shopping, we’re giving away one copy of SWINGS! All you have to do to enter is share this post on your facebook and then leave a comment below sharing with us who you’d gift your copy to if you win. It can be for your own kiddos, a preggo best friend, a niece or nephew…anybody you think would love the tunes! The winner will be announced Tuesday morning!
Have a listen here: On Our Swings by Coal Train Railroad
Happy shopping!
*holly
Hi New Orleans friends! I wanted to let you know about a great event that’s happening tomorrow night. The Green Light District is hosting the annual holiday shopping event in the 2000-2100 blocks of Magazine Street in the Lower Garden District. There will be live music, food and drink, special sales, and…a live Green SANTA! And I’ll be photographing kiddos with Santa! Come on over to Zuka Baby to see us between 4-7pm and enjoy an evening on the block supporting local businesses and eco-friendly shopping.
The image above will lead you to ZukaBaby’s website to learn more about this amazing natural parenting boutique and resource in New Orleans. I hope to see you there tomorrow evening!
*holly
I think every parent can relate to that last photo ; ) It was just too cute for me not to include in this set. Kiddos let us know when enough is enough. And so it was for Claire and Dev. Their mama won the Holiday Mini-Session in New Orleans, and I had such a fun time photographing the two of them. Are they not just precious?
There’s still time to schedule in a last minute session for Christmas cards. Shoot me an email at hi@katherineholly.com if you are interested in scheduling something next week. Have a great weekend!
*holly.
I thought these festive garlands were perfect to share for the Thanksgiving holidays. The first and last ones have tutorials to show you how to make them. The middle one is a printable that you can cut and create however you fancy. Best of all, the kiddos can help and share things they are thankful for this year. The links below will direct you to the source for all the details. Happy crafting!
“Between the innocence of babyhood and the dignity of manhood, we find a delightful creature of a boy.”
Sorry I have been a little MIA this week. I haven’t been feeling too well and am allowing myself to rest before the chaos of Thanksgiving. Good chaos, of course ; ) We are expecting 107 people at our annual Thanksgiving dinner at my aunt and uncle’s home. Wowza! I can hardly wait. It’s my favorite holiday by far because of all the family that gathers together from across the states. Do you have any special traditions for Turkey Day? What is your favorite dishes for dinner? Mmm…I think mine are my aunt’s squash casserole, my dad’s garlic mashed potatoes and the turducken (turkey stuffed with duck stuffed with chicken!).
*holly
Hi, I'm Holly. I live with my sweet huz, Greg, and our ginormous doodle, Greta. I'm a photographer by trade, a dreamer by choice, a recent New Orleanian, and a soon-to-be doula! Welcome to Take Flight.
