Yay, It's Picture Time!


With life's crazy schedules and the lovely Covid-19 virus, I was unable to meet Miss Fiona until October 2021. Before we started, big brother Mason was so excited to take photos. I loved hearing his enthusiasm and was even more excited for this session since getting toddlers on board with photos is half the battle!

A tender moment between a parent and young child sharing a loving kiss outdoors in soft natural light by Stephanie Coulter Photography

Ok, Not So Much...


Just as I was choosing the first spot for their photos, Mason was not happy about the location I chose because it wasn't at the water (we couldn't get to the edge of the water where we were). Knowing toddlers have fickle moods and cooperation when we need the stability most, I tried all my mom tricks to help excite him again.

A tender moment between parent and child embracing by a serene lake on a sunny afternoon by Stephanie Coulter Photography

So, Things Didn't Go As Planned


The rest of the session continued with a less-than-cooperative or happy Mason, but it didn't stop me from capturing some precious moments such as Amy with Mason on her lap, Fiona playing mommy's necklace, and Mason snuggled into his daddy's arms.

A joyful interaction between mom and baby girl wearing mint green outdoors in soft natural light by Stephanie Coulter Photography
Family sitting together on white blanket by lake with autumn trees in background by Stephanie Coulter Photography
A tender outdoor moment between parent and child by a serene lakeside on a sunny afternoon by Stephanie Coulter Photography
Family walking together and holding hands on a paved trail surrounded by green trees on a sunny day by Stephanie Coulter Photography

A Note To All Parents


I know how many parents go into a session with images in their minds and can get frustrated that their kids aren't doing what they envisioned (I'm just as guilty!). So, to all parents with the perfect photo session in their minds, IT'S OKAY if things don't go as planned! Yes, it's frustrating at the moment, but trust that we'll find some precious moments that will encompass your child's personality of the season, or in some cases, minute. And, if by the end of the session they're still not happy, you'll still have an accurate portrayal of them with the moments as a reminder of how life is unpredictable. Remember, your session is only a blip in life and the next time will be completely different.


Kids are only young so long and it's best to remind ourselves of this. Unhappy kiddos at a photoshoot are not the end of the world.

I promise!