Maternity newborn session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.

What a joy it is to capture these beautiful moments in my dear friends' lives! I've known the Delgados for quite a few years now and I've been privileged to photograph their family on many important occasions. In the first photo below, I was honored to capture Miss Emma's first birthday party. Then, I had the opportunity to photograph the Delgados for their annual Christmas card. The last time we got together for a photo session, we met in Atlantic Beach and were blessed with a beautiful cotton candy sky for some sweet family photos.

Family photo session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Family session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Family session in St. Augustine, Florida.

Part 1 - Maternity Session


Now, Emma gets to be a BIG SISTER! I met Estrella, Gio, and Emma near Riverside at a beautiful park near the St Johns River for their maternity session. Estrella looked radiant in a blush gown and floral headpiece. And, Emma, she couldn't contain her excitement over becoming a big sister.

Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.

The light was perfectly golden and we had the entire park to ourselves. It was a serene early Saturday evening.

Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.

There was a beautiful arch with overgrown greenery that was the perfect ethereal backdrop for these photographs. I love how the green contrasts with the pink of Estrella's dress. I imagine this is what an enchanted garden would look like.

Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.

We ended our time together in this beautiful mosaicked gazebo. I loved how the bright colors add so much to these pictures. I had the best time with this photogenic family!

Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.
Maternity session in Jacksonville, Florida.

PART 2 - Newborn SESSION


Precious baby girl, Gabriella Marie {Gaby}, graced the world with her presence on May 27th. When she was only 8 days old, I was given the privilege to come to the Delgados' home and photograph their bundle of joy. Our sleepy angel was a pleasure to photograph. Estrella had the most delicately-adorable headbands and lace outfits for Gaby to wear during her session.

Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.

I love this galvanized bucket with the pale pink accents. Gaby is so tiny that she snuggled perfectly into it. She slept so peacefully as I snapped away. I couldn't help but take a photo of her tiny little ears.

Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.
Baby girl newborn session in St. Augustine, Florida.

Thank you, Delgado Family, for trusting me with your most precious moments! Emma and Gaby are blessings. I can't wait to watch them grow up together.