Two years ago when I was first beginning my time away from teaching, as a full time mom and photographer, I did a maternity session at sunset in this same spot at the Brown’s Point light house. I remember being so proud of those photos, I could see growth in my work. I still love those photos, but returning to the same place two years later doing the exact same thing I could see a change in my work. I saw growth. Growth I didn’t need someone to point out for me. I saw it myself. It felt good. In photography there is no annual evaluation for someone to assess your growth. There’s no one to pat you on the back for staying up late to edit. This is the first time I felt like I could pat myself on the back.

I hope, Jamie and Jordan, you love these photos as much as I do. You guys were such a delight to work with. Thank for being willing to be vulnerable in front of the camera, it’s not easy. You two are sweet as can be and are going to be amazing parents. I can’t wait to see you again when I get to meet your little one.