Capturing Joyful Memories: Photography by DeLisa

Swafford Family in Midtown

 The Swafford kids are back and this time Mom and Dad joined in on the photos.  We met up on an extremely windy day but made the best of it.  Little Gavin gave us quite a challenge as you can see in this firs shot.  It just makes me laugh!  We had to almost trick him to smile during this session.  He is still quite adorable though...both he and his sister Riley.  

Miss Riley was ready to go for her shots...check out her sassy little pose with the hand on her hip.  Soo cute!

 

Here's a happy boy!

...and Riley's still got it!  :)

Okay so as you can see....Riley again...ready to go at any moment--soo sweet here... while Gavin...well watch out!  Here comes the tough guy!  :)  This little moment captured makes me laugh!

The sweet little expressions of an adorable little boy.

I love how their little heads met in this photo, precious...  They were trying to see what they could find hidden in the bricks they were sitting on.

What do you see???

I love this one of Gavin.  This boy has some beautiful blue eyes!  (Even though they were watering no thanks to the good ole' Oklahoma wind!)

A sweet & fun family walking hand-in-hand...

Arden ~ 9 months

 Little Arden met her 9 month mark for this session.  She is still a very easy-going little girl when it comes to her photo sessions.  She's a dream!  (Mom and Dad, I hope she let's you all dream a little more a night VERY SOON).

This is going to be fun!

Looking like a big girl (well, tiny little big girl) standing tall ;)

Beautiful baby girl...

Arden surrounded with her Easter basket Mommy had as a little girl and some fun Easter eggs.

I love the 'look' she has on her little face.  :)

Yea!  Happy Girl!!! 

One more...with Mommy :)

Taylor's 1st Birthday!

A year has flown by and little miss Taylor is now 1!  She's had a rough year but she made it through all the doctor's appointments and 'challenges'.  Check her out on her big day.  She was adorable of course in her bday top, tutu, pink converse shoes, and absolutely adorable tights!

 

Beautiful girl

Mmm....cake!  Yummy!!!  Nothing beats a sugar rush!

look at that little tooth peeking through :)

We were in the backyard, playing around when SURPRISE!!!...Taylor took her very 1st STEPS!  Not only did she take these steps the day of her birthday party BUT she took them on uneven ground!  Way-to-go Taylor!  We were all soo very excited!  I like seeing the reaction from Megan (Taylor's mom).  

Happy Birthday sweet girl!

The Jarvis Family

Here they are again!  My friends, the Jarvis Family.  

Umm....let's just say Emmy was VERY EXCITED at the beginning of this session!  :)  I think Payson was initially wondering what was going on.  

Payson is getting soo big!  He looked adorable in this outfit and of course I LOVE the hat!

Mother and Daughter, and boy is Emmy just like mommy!  :)  She has the faces, the words, the body language.  It's hilarious!  

Father and Son

I love capturing those real smiles and laughter.  Little Emmy and Payson had them laughing.

Check out the sassy Miss Emelyn!  She was proud of her little stance.  This girl knows how to work it!  :)

In the hands of a child...a name that stands strong...a Daddy's bravery in the year to come.

4 generations

I met up with this sweet family the day after Christmas.  They were wanting some shots to capture the four generations of their family with the newest sweet little addition.  :)  This was a super mini session so I've only posted a few of their shots.

 

Jude's 1st Birthday

 Happy 1st Birthday to Jude!  He is such a fun, joyful-spirited little boy.  This little guy has faced some challenges during the early part of his journey in life, overcoming obstacles in regards to his hearing; however, he is most certainly defeating everything that comes his way.  Jude is a happy little guy, on-the-go...  He brings a smile to your face with the joy that he exudes.  Jude had a great birthday celebration with a house full of friends and family.  His parents, family members, and friends put alot of time and energy preparing for his special day.  There was no shortage of food or special touches.  Not only was it his first birthday but it was his first birthday that included some Korean traditions...take a peak. 

Jude really enjoyed the balloons outside.

Look at this HAPPY BOY!!!

The Family

Jude & his mother Lena

This was a game that was played at the party:  A guessing game

What will Jude pick???  Guests were invited to make predictions about what Jude would first select when presented with a table that included all of the objects noted above.  Each individual item has a meaning if selected by the birthday boy.  The 1st and 2nd items he chooses are said to be of the utmost importance for those items are predictions for his future.

Jude selected the soccer ball and drum.  From these items it is predicted that he will be successful in the field of athletics as well as in the world of music.  

He is getting a little help getting dressed in his traditional attire...and might I add he is looking very sweet in the process.

Precious!  He looks like such a big boy in this photo.

All dressed and ready!

Jude, you are a joy!  Your parents waited a long time for you and it seems as though you have certainly blessed their lives and will continue to do so with your wonderful personality and cheerful demeanor.  You are a precious blessing.

Griffith Family with Miss Macy

 This is the 2nd Griffith family I've had the pleasure to photograph.  They too have a sweet little girl.  Little Macy certainly did enjoy herself on this session!  She ran, climbed, played with leaves, collected some rocks, smelled the flowers, and talked up a storm!  Macy is quite the lively little girl - alot of spunk!  She was a joy to be around.  I had a great time with the Griffiths...

The Griffith family

So, this is the cheesy grin you get when you bribe Macy with baby wipes.  ADORABLE!  You can see the anticipation in this little look.  :)  "See I'm smiling...may I just have a wipe now please?!?!?  --- I LOVE her baby blue eyes!

Macy really liked the rocks.  She climbed all the way on top of the rock pile - no fear!

This is just too cute!

Macy's getting Mommy

hanging out with Dad

She was having a good time.

taking some time to smell the roses (or fowers as Macy's says)

 

again with those beautiful blue eyes

Potter Family

I had such a great time in Midtown with the Potter family.  Little Jillian is a DOLL!  I mean, just look at her in her little pink winter outfit all decked out down to the polka-dot tights, boots, and adorable knit hat!  She has such a sweet little smile to go along with her sweet little look.  It only took her a little while to warm up to me and the camera and then we were off to a great little session.

She is such a beautiful little girl with a smile that lights you up!

Precious!

too sweet!

Jill is definitely ALL GIRL!  She was standing here putting on her lip gloss in between shots- ADORABLE!  This girl loves her lip gloss.

Such a cute family! -- All smiles :)

Rachelle & Grant:  Grant let me just say you have a beautiful wife and baby girl.  What a lucky man! ;)

Grant's a great daddy.  Little Jillian thinks he is hilarious!

What's in there?

Thanks Potter family!

Levi: 3 months

Meet the Beard Family!  This was a photo session all about trying to make sweet little Levi happy.  Poor little guy...we took him out in the cold, in the wind, put him in a bucket, kept laying him down...he wasn't having it!  He wanted his mommy or daddy holding him and giving him some love.  Levi is quite the little cutie though...check him out and a few great family and individual shots we captured. 

sweet family

leaning back & lookin' soo handsome in his little sweater

he is wondering what is going on...(look at those eyes)

lil' football player in the making (Daddy is a coach)

...and now the Halloween cow costume.  Levi was OVER IT at this point.  I think here he is saying, "I don't know about this..."  

pretty darn cute little moo cow!

Levi, you were still a little trooper.  I look forward to a great 6 month session little man! :) Pamela you have a precious baby boy.

Ornelas Family

Brittany Ornelas, a high school student, needed to job shadow and decided photography would be an interesting choice.  So, we set up a session that would provide her family some photos, offer her a chance to get behind the lens a few times as well as offer her a chance to do a little Q & A.  Check out their family photos...

What's soo funny Mom???  :)  cute!

Kaityln

Brittany

She demonstrates this sweet silence about her (now, I'm not sure what she is like at home Mom and Dad, but that's what I see in this picture :) ....a sweet silence, a quiet calmness.

Sisters!  Kaitlyn looking soo much like Dad and Brittany looking soo much like Mom.

Well, Brittany...I wish you the very best of luck!  If you would like to join me for more photography adventures just let me know :)