Jillian Turns One!

This was my last session before our baby girl will arrive! I can't even believe I just typed that. It's just so crazy! Our friends were visiting with their little girl, so we took the opportunity to have a 1-year photo session with sweet Miss Jillian (see her newborn session here). We tried to capture a few of the milestones she has hit this year (sitting up, teething, standing, etc..) and even got one with her birthday present, Olive (the sweetest and most patient little puppy you'll ever meet). 

Here are some of my favorites. This little girl is so cute I could have posted 20! I guess it's good to exercise some self restraint before we bombard you with pics of our newborn. :)

First attempt at eating a cupcake. I don't think her sweet tooth has come in quite yet. ;) 

Great West Valley Venue

Peoria Pines is a golf course near the 101 and Northern that also functions as a wedding and event venue. We met their incredibly friendly wedding coordinator, Nadine, and decided to have a model shoot to show off what they have to offer as a wedding venue. We're excited to be shooting a wedding there in October, but thought that we'd get a jump start on things and hopefully get some updated images so Brides and Grooms can see the potential this place has.


The day we scheduled to shoot, a gigantic dust storm rolled in right as we entered their parking lot. We all made the best of it and worked as quickly as we could. It was a challenge, but not unexpected for this time of year I suppose. Caitlin and Greg were troopers and totally stuck it out while it was miserable outside (incredibly hot with humidity and blowing dust... it was gross out!).

If you're interested in checking out this fabulous venue, you can contact Nadine at banquet@peoriapines.com.