This summer I had a blast traveling to Baltimore and Dallas to for some commissions. Working with clients in Virginia is great, but I love out-of-town commissions too. Each year I set aside time in my calendar for travel.

The first portrait I did was of little George in Dallas, TX. His mom, Alaina, is the sister of one of my Memphis clients. It’s such a compliment for me to receive business from previous patrons, because it means they trust my work enough to recommend me to friends and family!

Like most little boys, George was very active. But luckily, I’m used to that and was able to get pictures of him in his brief moments of pause. Alaina said she wanted something special to capture her son at this age, because she could see him growing up so fast. She told me she would treasure this portrait for years to come. Many of the moms I work with say the same thing. Childhood is so fleeting and precious!

The other out-of-town portrait I did this summer was of spunky little Josie! Like George she was running all over the place, jumping off chairs into her mother’s arms. Her parents, Mike and Niki, are college friends of my husband’s.

When Niki saw my work a few years ago, she knew she wanted to commission a portrait of her then newborn daughter. Having seen Josie as an infant and now as a walking, talking (bi-lingual!) child, I can say for sure she has really grown up quickly. It was such an honor for me to capture her at this precious age.

Then there’s sweet little Shona! Shona was such a delight. He was shy at first, but then really came out of his shell. His mom, Sudi, says he’s very smart and inquisitive. Right now he loves geography. When I spoke to Sudi on our initial consultation, she said she loved my work and really wanted to some special to capture Shona, something she could admire everyday. I’m so happy it worked out that I was able to visit Baltimore and take his pictures.

And that’s a wrap! As some of you know, we’re expecting our own child this October. I’m working to wrap up some commissions before the baby comes. After that, my schedule will be more limited, so make sure to book a consult with me before it’s too late!

xoxo,

Kate