Port Aransas

We did another vacation to Port Aransas with our friends from church and I think everyone had a great time. I even brought my photo stuff with me and attempted to get some family portraits as well. I am definitely learning something about myself. I really prefer to do the candid shots to the portraits. If I do portraits, I prefer fewer subjects. Maybe it's just my "clientele" at this point. But, it's nearly impossible for a beginner like myself to get two babies and a mommy and daddy to all look good in the same shot. :) I guess that's why I'm studying up on the photoshop techniques as well.


My sister, Laura, actually took these two shots, but I love them. I really didn't get to take nearly as many pictures as I was wanting or planned to. I just didn't have the time with trying to visit with everyone and keep up with a toddler and infant at the same time. Oh well, there are always the years to come! Rob and I have discussed making this an annual event. I hope we do! I think the kids would really look forward to it.



Lane on the beach. I hardly feel like I spent any time at all with the Diana and her family, but I did get to see them briefly.
Sweet Katherine.
I love Adeline's dress. I got several shots of her, but this one was my favorite.
So sweet of Chris and Aravis.
Judith picked this spot out for Elizabeth and it ended up being some of my favorites. I really liked the color contrasts and angles.


The Wallace's were a lot of fun. I wish I would have been able to spend more time with them as well.

I know, I know,... but I just think naked babies are so cute! I actually got a better "nude" (side view only) when his diaper fell off. But, since he's not mine, I didn't think it appropriate to post.


Andy seemed to really enjoy his vacation as well. He did alright. We were all pretty happy to sleep in our own beds when we got home, but for being so out of routine, he really was a great trooper. He just amazes me by how easy going he continues to be. On a side, he literally smiled at me as I put him in his bed for his afternoon nap today. Then proceded to sleep for going on two hours at this posting....What??!!
Andy's second day at the beach.
Another Wallace shot. I just thought this looked fun.
So, what do you think? Are you on board for next year?