S. Bylsma Photography.... the Blog

Chelsea { 2011 Senior}

It's summer!  And what a great summer it has been so far.  I'm loving the warm sunny weather.  It's the hope that summer will be just like this that gets me through those winter (ugh! did I really just say that word) days.  I am going to soak up as much of this beautiful sunshine as I can.

Well summer also means something else.... Senior Season!!!  I met up with Chelsea and her Mom last Friday for a fabulous senior session.  This shoot kicks off another busy summer of photographing seniors, I LOVE it!  I have so much fun working with these kids, they are so excited about senior year, you can just see their eyes light up when you talk about "senior" year.

We had a great time walking all over Grand Haven finding some new spots as well as working at some of my favorites.

Here's a sneak peek.... thanks Chelsea!  It was so fun working with you!

 

 

 

 

Brothers at the barn...

Met up with these two cuties and their Mom at the barn for a fun photo shoot.  I have been photographing these two since older brother was just an infant.  He was one of the first newborns I photographed.  How fun it's been to meet up with them several times each year and watch them grow!  I always know it's going to be a fun time when we get together and this session was no exception.  Here's a sneak peek Mom and Dad... 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tucker : 2 years old

Sure has been awhile since my last post.  I guess life has been a bit busy around here.  I have to get better at keeping up with this Blog.  Especially since I have been having so many super cute little kiddos coming to see me.  Last week Mr. Tucker came for a visit.  His Mom brought him to capture his 2 year old smiles!  2 year olds can either be very cooperative or very UNcooperative... but to my delight Mr. Tucker was super happy when he came to see me and sure did show me his smiley side.  What a sweetheart, sure had fun spending some time with him...thanks to his Mom for choosing me to capture him at age 2.  Here's a sneak peek!

 

 

 

 

 

I am very lucky...

that these two adorable little boys are my nephews and I can kiss those cute little cheeks as much as I want.  Are they just too cute for words or what....

 

 

 

 

 

Baby Girl...

Another beautiful baby girl has joined our family.  Meet my new niece.. Jane Marie... here she is just about 12 hours old and already I'm sticking my camera in her face.. poor girl. :)  She is grandchild #9 for my parents.  The count now stands at 6 boys, 3 girls.. all happy healthy kids... we are blessed.

Welcome Jane Marie! 

 

 

1 Year Old

Spring has sprung and the studio is getting busy again.  I've seen lots of little ones lately!  This little cutie recently came to visit for her 1 year session.  I had the pleasure of photographing her when she was just a newborn and now look at her!  1 year old already and the biggest, bluest eyes you ever did see!  Had a great time working with her.  Her handsome brother also came along and just had to get him in on the fun too!  Here's a sneak peek for Mom and Dad! 

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Birthday Little Z-man

Today my nephew Zachary turns 1!  Where has this year gone?  Zachary is the happiest little guy you'll ever meet.  He is full of smiles! 

Here is a pic of Zachary just 4 days old....  

 

And a few from his recent 1 year photo shoot...    Happy Birthday Zac!!!

 

 

 

Brothers {02.05.10}

Had a fun time photographing these sweet brothers yesterday.  It was the older brothers 3rd birthday yesterday and we had lots of fun talking about his birthday celebration at Chuck E. Cheese's later in the day.  Wow, that sure brought out the smiles.  I can't believe he is 3 already, I remember photographing him as a newborn.  And little brother is already 4 months old!  Time sure does fly.  Here's a sneak peek of some of the fun we had...

 

 

 

Field Trip

I had fun last week with my 4th grader on a field trip to Lansing.  Haven't been to the State Capitol since I was a kid.  We also went to the Hall of Justice.  When my son asked me what was at the Hall of Justice I told him I think Superman and the Wonder Twins... he looked at me funny and said "Mom, you're wierd. :) "  Anyone my age will remember the good 'ol Justice League cartoon with Superman and the Wonder Twins and maybe even Green Lantern?? 

Here's a few pics from our trip....

 

Looking up the dome while sitting inside...

 

The seal on the floor inside the Hall of Justice.. we learned the word TUEBOR on the Michigan seal means "I Will Defend"...

day 11 of 365

Today's post is summed up in 4 letters........

O.U.C.H