Dublin first birthday + cake smash photography

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Tgellenbeck1

First birthday session | Dublin, Ohio

I just can’t get enough of these adorably happy littles and their teeny tiny cakes! Baby Mia stole my heart in her peach lace and smiled away her session, showing off her pearly whites (how cute are baby teeth!). We had flawless morning weather and she finished her cake – well carried it around, more or less – just before the storm rolled in. It was a perfect start to my day and I had so much fun with her and her family, grandparents and all! Here are some favorites… Happy first birthday little Mia!!

Dublin first birthday + cake smash photography

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Tgellenbeck1

First birthday session | Dublin, Ohio

This time last year we had a newborn baby boom… and now all our littles are coming back to us for their first year sessions! Although some choose to not do a cake, smash cake sessions are one of our favorites. 🙂 We used to frequently do them inside with a “studio” look… but with current Covid restrictions, we are playing it safe, keeping the babes outdoors and LOVING it!

I’ve worked with baby Olivia over the last year and her family couldn’t be sweeter. We’ve done four sessions now and I look forward to hanging out with them each time and seeing how Olivia has grown. She gets cuter by the minute and it was so fun to watch her toddle around, giggle, eat cake and just be adorable! This was also my very first session out of the spring quarantine so it was extra fun to see, interact and laugh with other humans! Enough chatter, check out the adorable Olivia Rose….

And since I didn’t make time to blog/share Olivia’s previous sessions… here are just a few from her over the last year!!

Sitter/six month session…

Dublin Senior Photography

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Tgellenbeck1

Senior photography session | Dublin Jerome HS, class of 2020

I’ve known my friend Erin since way back in the day… “the good ol’ days” we often call them. We were fast friends, soccer teammates and created all kinds of fun ~ or rather mischief ~ together.

Flash forward to 2020 and Erin has a daughter old enough to head off to college! You can’t imagine how crazy this seems to me. Her daughter, Riley, is a recent graduate of Dublin Jerome and headed to play soccer this year as a Louisville Cardinal. She is a beautiful girl full of ambition and I hope her aspirations of being a collegiate athlete and starting her “real freshman year” play out as they should!

Although this session was captured a few months back, I’m finally making time to blog and commemorate the memories. It was my pleasure to spend the evening with not only Erin and Riley, but two of Riley’s friends, Alyssa and Lily. Between the three seniors, I saw the most variety I’ve had at a shoot with a total of 9 (or maybe 10?) outfit changes and loads of golden sunshine on the Mullady’s gorgeous farm. Here are some favorites from their session… and likely our last senior 2020 post as we begin working with the upcoming class of 2021!!

Riley…

Alyssa…

Lily…

Thanks for a fun evening girls! May you never lose your sense of laughter and keep dreaming for the stars… even if your freshman year looks different then planned!

Olentangy Senior Photography

Posted on July 8, 2020 by Tgellenbeck1

Senior photography session | Olentangy Orange HS, class of 2020

I’ve known Fallon for several years and we’ve grown so close over time that no matter how happy I am for her… there is a layer of sadness that comes with saying goodbye. She, like all graduates of the class of 2020, certainly had an interesting and unforgettable ending to their school year. With Covid-19 closing schools in mid March and the two month quarantine that followed, Fallon’s visions of class meetings, get togethers with friends, Prom and other end-of-year-senior festivities were either canceled or non-traditional, to say the least. Thankfully we were able to get her senior photo sessions done this year and during the process, I also met her friend Averie. I’m late blogging these… but will forever remember these sessions, the laughter we shared and the positive impact Fallon made on me – and those around her – during her time at OOHS!

Upper Arlington First Birthday Photography

Posted on December 19, 2019 by Tgellenbeck1

First birthday lifestyle photography session | Upper Arlington, Ohio

I’ve gotten to know baby Grace and her family well over her first year of life and every time, I’m blown away by how nice they are, how beautiful they are and how much fun I have hanging out with them! We kept Grace’s first birthday session sweet & simple and just met at their (gorgeous and full of natural light) home. We did a few “staged” photos in the front room, but mostly we just followed her around, capturing her as she is at this moment in time. Grace giggled, explored the Christmas tree, played with her big brother, gave me hugs and looked as cute as can be in her adorable mini sized outfits. You can’t get these moments back & she will never be this little again (cue tears!)… but thankfully, momma documented them and will have these memories forever. Happy first birthday Grace!

Dublin first birthday + cake smash photography

Posted on November 3, 2019 by Tgellenbeck1

First birthday session | Dublin, Ohio

This cute little man LOVES his momma and didn’t want to let go of her for much of the session, so we had to get creative! We still got some ADORABLE pics of his chubby baby rolls & adorable smile! He loved his cake and let us know when he was “done” – just check out the last picture. 🙂 Had to share a few quick ones of this handsome winter babe!

Dublin + Columbus Senior Photography

Posted on October 27, 2019 by Tgellenbeck1

Senior session | Columbus, Ohio

Emma will soon be a Dublin graduate, but we took to the streets of Columbus for her senior photo session! Being a coffee lover, we started at Stauf’s German Village where she grabbed a latte with mom and we chatted about all things senior year. We then took a stroll down the streets of German Village, Emma’s favorite furry labrador in tow, hitting the Book Loft and some adorable spots along the cobbled streets.

We then went to the Scioto Mile where Emma transformed from a high school senior into a ready-for-new-york full on MODEL! The sunset was perfect and Emma worked the camera like a seasoned pro. I’d rave about how amazing she looked, but I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves!

Meet Emma….

Columbus lifestyle newborn photography

Posted on October 16, 2019 by Tgellenbeck1

Newborn lifestyle session | Columbus, Ohio

When the baby sleeps – and sleeps and sleeps – the newborn lifestyle session ends up including a variety of sleepy baby and basket shots as well! Baby Bennett was dreamy & stayed in a blissful slumber for her entire session. Her family is the absolute sweetest and like us, both mom & dad are teachers, so we always have lots to chat about! I enjoyed spending the afternoon with them, smelling the gorgeous fresh cut flowers, seeing all the amazing handmade (with love) personal items and cuddling their tiny new one. Welcome to the world Bennett… your big sister & amazing parents were waiting for you!

Dublin sunset maternity session

Posted on September 29, 2019 by Tgellenbeck1

Sunset maternity session | Dublin, Ohio

Although we had some clouds and overcast instead of the golden glow we were hoping for, Brooke & Greg’s maternity session still turned out beautiful! Brooke was glowing in her gorgeous maternity gown and Greg was happy as a clam to participate in the photoshoot … and to be daddy. 🙂 I am excited to work with them again and can not WAIT to meet this little one!!

Dublin first birthday + cake smash photography

Posted on September 21, 2019 by Tgellenbeck1

First birthday + cake smash session | Dublin, Ohio

Sweet & simple cake smash sessions are the best… just take a cute baby, give them a cake and snap away! Beautiful Isabel Mae got some glamour shots of herself first, consistently attempting to go explore and “walk off set” as her mom and I took turns laughing and trying to keep her still. Then we added in momma for a few, and finally it was time for the fun part! Little Miss Izz was super happy and although dainty at first, eventually dove head first into her cake. Happy birthday to this adorable one year old!