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molly & gwendolyn.

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:25:32 EDT

Last weekend I had the pleasure of photographing this beautiful family. The weather was perfect, the little ones were happy, and we got to spend the morning outside. It's sessions like these that remind me of how lucky I am doing what I do for a living. Enjoy!

a sunny day.

Fri, 11 May 2012 23:40:30 EDT

The day was beautiful and so was the family! We had so much fun and, for being just over one, Zoe did amazingly! If only everyone had an old red barn next to a field of wildflowers..

karie & jake.

Fri, 04 May 2012 18:59:46 EDT

Here's a small preview from our wedding this past Saturday. Though the day did prove to be somewhat rainy, we were able to capture some beautiful images both inside and out. With a radiant bride and an entertaining wedding party, our day was more fun than work. Congratulations Karie & Jake! Thank you for letting us be a part of your amazing day!

will.

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 10:09:28 EDT

Sweet baby Will at 10 days new. Big brother Carter made some very cute appearances too. What an amazing summer they're going to have! Enjoy!

happy easter.

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 15:28:22 EDT

from elijah & magnolia.

baby eva & big sister hana.

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:04:08 EDT

Baby Eva at 5 days new. Big sister Hana was still getting used to her new sibling, but what amazing fun they will have! Enjoy.

super e in florida.

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 23:20:44 EDT

I apologize for being absent from the blog recently! Two recent trips (to Las Vegas for a convention and to Flordia to photograph a wedding), combined with the unseasonably warm Ohio weather, has kept me otherwise occupied. However, I have 2 posts tonight - one very short and one oh-so-long - so bear with me as I try to catch up.

This was Elijah in Florida with me. We visited with family, photographed a beautiful wedding, and even squeezed in time for the beach (the wind unfortunately kept our excursion short). This is my favorite image from the beach. Enjoy!

Patrick and Cristina.

Sat, 17 Mar 2012 23:31:33 EDT

Pat and Cristina were married at a bed & breakfast in Palmetto, Flordia two weeks ago. The wedding was beautiful, and I was fortunate enough to have been involved. I had a VERY hard time narrowing down photos to post so, since I haven't been very blog-faithful as of late, I decided to include a few more images than normal. Enjoy. And please note, I will always travel for a wedding!

parker. second installment.

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 15:31:55 EST

I had the pleasure of photographing Parker as a newborn. So when he and his parents were in town a few weeks ago, I was sure to photograph him again. As you may remember, he was born with quite a bit of gorgeous hair. It's still there (plus some). And some curls are popping out, which is great. All in all, he had an amazing session. We were even able to capture a few outside with his older cousins. I look forward to photographing him again soon (although it won't be soon enough). Enjoy!

parker at 7 months.

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 10:27:15 EST

Just a few from a recent session with the cutest, sweetest 7 month old I know! More to come soon!!

graham.

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:54:05 EST

Graham was born about a month ago, and I was lucky enough to photograph him at 2 weeks old. Welcome to the world sweet baby boy!

vacation.

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:25:50 EST

just a few highlights of my vacation. probably more to come.

expecting.

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:45:20 EST

Well, they were expecting. We did this session less than a month ago. But this morning, baby Graham was born to a snowy, cold, beautiful world. So this family of two is now a family of three. Congratulations Laura and Sean!

declan.

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 01:58:01 EST

What an amazing way to welcome the holiday & the new year.

being 2 1/2 ..

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:46:27 EST

It's such a hard thing to do - especially when you're being photographed with your baby brother. But sometimes that serious look is just as beautiful as a smile. Enjoy!

koen.

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 23:57:59 EST

2 weeks old and such beautiful, big eyes. what a heartbreaker!

fun.

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:24:18 EST

What a beautiful family. A sweet new baby & an energetic little boy. I was so happy to photograph them again. Enjoy!

dylan.

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 17:09:33 EST

5 days new. Happy Thanksgiving!

celia.

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 16:08:43 EST

One week new. And she makes quite a sweet reindeer. Just in time for the holidays. Enjoy!

fall family fun.

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:34:53 EST

A morning of playing in leaves, laughing and having fun. What a great way to remember fall. Enjoy!

stephanie & ben.

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 23:48:12 EST

Stephanie and Ben lucked out with the most beautiful fall day for their wedding. It was sunny and cool with a crisp autumn air and pumpkins and candied apples galore. Fun was had by all - Enjoy!

laura & stephen.

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 19:25:23 EST

Wow did October fly by. Because of that, I'm a little behind with posting. But tonight, I bring you Laura and Stephen who were married mid-October on a beautiful but very windy day. I actually like the windswept look though, so I had a hard time narrowing down photos for this preview. I loved them all. I hope you do too! Enjoy!

a cool, brisk morning.

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 22:51:30 EDT

In Chagrin Falls and the light was beautiful, though it was a bit cold. But this family did amazingly well as we trekked to and from our hidden photo spot. It was more like an adventure than a photo session! So much fun. Enjoy!

daisy & paul.

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 13:09:30 EDT

It was a rainy day for an outdoor engagement session, but the fall colors were beautiful. Isn't rain synonymous with fall in Ohio anyways? Enjoy!

two new babies soon to come.

Sat, 29 Oct 2011 22:08:30 EDT

Liz and Lindsey are good friends, and have been for a long time. Both are pregnant and due in November - within a week of eachother. How exciting! I had such a great time photographing them two weeks back and we even captured some photos of them together. I can't wait to meet the newest additions to this lifelong friendship. Stay tuned...

ballet shoes & a firetruck

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 23:18:37 EDT

It was muddy, partly sunny, a little windy and a lot of fun. Enjoy!

rebecca & scott (& baby).

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 12:45:14 EDT

I photographed Rebecca and Scott's beautiful fall wedding three years ago, and I was happy to photograph them again last week. It's always fun to catch up with a couple a year or two (or three) after their wedding to see how life has progressed. In this case, I was excited to find out that Rebecca and Scott are expecting a baby before the end of the year. So not only was this a shoot to commemorate their third anniversary, but it was also a mini-maternity shoot. We had a lot of fun, which I'm sure you can see through the photos. Congratulations you two and enjoy this preview!

blue eyes and fall weather.

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:15:44 EDT

I love photographing this family. Now there are two beautiful boys with expressions that translate so amazingly from life to camera. I think I'm spoiled having such photogenic clients!

a happy engagement.

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:00:46 EDT

We were afraid that the weather would cancel our session. But once the hail and rain passed, we were left with a nice hour or two before sunset. Here's hoping for better weather at the wedding next spring! Enjoy!!

Ashley & Jeff

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 22:55:23 EDT

What a beautiful way to end September! A bride and groom who are truly so in love, amazing light the whole day through. Some days I just love my job!

Erin & Antimo at La Centre

Tue, 27 Sep 2011 22:52:29 EDT

Erin and Antimo are married. The day was beautiful, we spent the afternoon in the botanical gardens and the evening brought a huge party filled with 300 family and friends at La Centre in Westlake. All in all, the day turned out perfectly. Thank you for letting us celebrate with you!

orange & brown

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 14:19:00 EDT

Ashley and Tamplin were married in Cleveland a few Saturdays ago (9.10.11). The weather was beautiful (one of the last summer Saturdays this year I believe), and the party was at the Brown's Stadium. What could be better than photos on the field?! Here's a short preview of their beautiful day. Enjoy!

family love

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:55:15 EDT

This session produced such beautiful, fun expressions. And what a sweet little one year old. He put an end to our session a little sooner than we were hoping (teething and all), but that's okay because what we did capture was amazing.

a family session on the beach

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 13:40:51 EDT

What a fun day to be on the shores of Cleveland! Last weekend had so much going on downtown, we thought we'd join the crowd for a family shoot at Edgewater beach. As you can see we were able to survive the crazy heat and have a great time. Enjoy!

the wedding of michaelann & jason

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 15:57:32 EDT

Michaelann and Jason were married a little over a week ago on an absolutely gorgeous day. It was warm and sunny with a bit of a breeze - the perfect Ohio summer day. It was the kind of day where everyone was outside (including us!) We stayed outside for as long as possible for photos and we were lucky enough to have lots of time to walk around downtown. The full gallery will be coming soon, but here's a preview for now. Enjoy!

boulder photography fun

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 23:26:49 EDT

So, last week I had the opportunity to travel to beautiful Boulder, Colorado to take part in a photography workshop with the amazing Barb Uil of JinkyArt. I spent three days meeting, working with and learning from some amazing photographers. The below images are just a sampling of what we had to endure while photographing at the base of the Rocky Mountain foothills. What an inspiring trip! I look forward to sharing new session thoughts and ideas with all of you as this year ends and next year begins.

It's going to be a couple days...

Sat, 27 Aug 2011 00:50:22 EDT

..so I figured I'd make one last post. I'm off to shoot a wedding tomorrow (the lovely Michaelann and Jason). And then Sunday, I'm leaving for Colorado. I'll be gone for week, but promise lots of great photos and posts when I return. Who knows, maybe I'll even sneak something in while I'm away (but no promises!).

Anyways, as a farewell I'm posting some photos from this evening. Beautiful light and amazing subjects (yes, that's me and my family). Enjoy!

Michelle & Jason at Squire's Castle

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:04:13 EDT

Squire's Castle is such a beautiful place to photograph. With the lush, green forest and the beautiful old stone and brick, I can't think of a more picturesque outdoor spot for a session. This was practice for Michelle and Jason, who are set to be married next year. I think the practice run turned out pretty great, huh? Enjoy!

Kailey's Senior Session, part 2.

Sat, 20 Aug 2011 01:03:31 EDT

The sun was out, the weather was warm and a slight breeze blew throughout the morning. It was a perfect day for walking and a perfect time for photographing outside. We even finished off the session at Tremont Scoops. I don't know that I could have planned a better shoot!

A Senior Session in 2 parts.

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:56:42 EDT

part 1.

Could I be any luckier? Over the past few weeks, I've photographed so many beautiful people - seniors, babies, kids, families. Kailey, one of our senior reps this year, is one of those people. We had such a fun time at both of our sessions (yes, 2 amazing sessions, the second of which you'll see later this week), and I truly feel that I was able to capture some of her inside beauty shining through. Kailey is the type of person I would have loved to have as a friend when I was in high school. And though I didn't know her 15 years ago, I'm happy to have her as both a client and friend now. Enjoy!!

mini-family sessions

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:06:10 EDT

Mini Family Sessions are available. If you're looking to update family photos but don't need a full session, 30 minute sessions (like this one from last weekend) may be perfect for you. Inquire for pricing and availability.

Maureen's Senior Session.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:49:10 EDT

These amazing photos are just a sampling of Maureen's senior session from a little over a week ago. I'm in love with the fourth one down - beautiful! We photographed throughout the park so we had more than enough spots to choose from. Such a fun day!

1.2.3..

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:48:55 EDT

...jump. It seemed to be a theme throughout the session. Of course, what three year old doesn't love to jump off rocks. We were even able to capture some of the dismounts. These three started off shy, which allowed for some beautiful, moody photos. But soon they warmed up and we had a ball. Enjoy this preview!

Baby Finley

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 00:54:53 EDT

Eight days old and so sweet and new. Glowing pink skin and the cutest little feet. Baby Finley was so wide awake - I even caught her staring right at me several times throughout our session! And then she fell asleep .. a nice deep baby sleep. I couldn't have asked for more! What an amazing job!

Courtenay & Adam at the Metropolitan Ballroom

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 23:38:53 EDT

I apologize for my long absence, but with a few weeks of vacation followed by a busy week back of five sessions and a wedding, I have had little time to blog. However, I am happy to be back!

Last weekend friends and family celebrated as Courtenay and Adam tied the knot. We were lucky enough to celebrate with them. Below are just a handful of the amazing images we captured throughout the day. Though backed up traffic slowed things down in the morning and a bit of rain cut outdoor photos short, everything went off beautifully. Congratulations Courtenay and Adam!

Ceremony: St. Francis of Assisi in Gates Mills

Reception : The Metropolitan Ballroom, Huntington Bank Building

Flowers : Forest Woods

Band : Radioactive

Welcome Parker Thomas!

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 02:12:44 EDT

I am happy to make a most special (and joyful) introduction ... Parker Thomas came in to the world two weeks ago, and I was lucky enough to be one of the first people to meet him. I photographed him at 5 days old and 6 days old (and 7 days old), and even that didn't seem like enough. Of course, being my nephew, I don't know that I will ever tire of photographing him. So please enjoy the many photos below. And can you believe that hair!

It's nearly been a year ..

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:26:02 EDT

...and this beautiful family has already changed. They're a little bit older and they've grown in size. Their newest addition was posted here on the blog a few weeks ago and, in preparation of their next session coming up this fall, I thought I'd post a few images to look back at. This session took place at the family's home in Hudson and I have cataloged it as one of my favorite sessions of all time. Baby C, who had just turned one at the time, has such an expressive face. He was a lot of fun to boot and did I mention how beautiful the yard was! Anyways, enjoy this look back and keep an eye on the blog for a very special introduction coming up in the next two weeks.

Erin & Matt at the Galleria

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:43:19 EDT

Erin and Matt live in Chicago, but this past weekend they celebrated their wedding day in Cleveland with family and friends from near and far. With a beautiful outdoor ceremony at the Galleria, portraits at the Cleveland Courthouse and the Brown's Stadium, and a fun-filled reception back at the Galleria, we were able to get some amazing images. The day was filled with laughter, jokes and lots of Cleveland sports references (all supportive, don't worry). And did I mention the "cheese" cake?! Best wishes to Erin and Matt!

Ceremony & Reception Venue : The Galleria at Erieview

Floral & Event Design : Lynda Loren

Hair & Makeup : Marengo Spa

Music : The Beach Boyz Entertainment

Lauren & James at LaCentre in Westlake

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 23:13:47 EDT

Lauren and James were married last weekend at LaCentre in Westlake. It was an intimate celebration with sparklers to end the evening (it was July fourth weekend after all)! Family and friends were close as the couple celebrated their special day, and I was fortunate enough to be a part of it. Soon James will head overseas to once again protect our country, and our thoughts will be with him. But until then, enjoy your honeymoon in Ireland James and Lauren. Congratulations!

Nicole and Brent at the Rose Cafe in Lorain

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:27:02 EDT

Saturday was a very hot day. It was beautiful and sunny though, and the day was perfect for a beach wedding. Though lots of things seemed to go wrong for Nicole leading up to the day, nothing was serious enough to impact the happiness of her wedding. The Rose Cafe was not only a haven from the heat, but also a picturesque reception venue. Thank you to Nicole and Brent for such a fun day! Here is a very short preview from last Saturday. Enjoy!

yellow boots.

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:04:40 EDT

Last year he lived in his yellow boots. It didn't matter how hot it was, the yellow boots were always on his feet. Now his feet are bigger and he's moved into a great pair of blue boots, though you can see the hesitation in his hand when he goes to put a pair on. His sister has inherited the yellow boots (and she loves them just the same).

a new baby boy..

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:33:08 EDT

Yesterday morning was spent photographing this beautiful baby boy. He was surprisingly awake for just 5 days old, though I'm sure he fell soundly asleep as soon as I left. He just didn't want to miss anything! I even got in a few photos with big brother, who's not yet two and probably still a little unsure about the newest addition. Both boys did a great job though, and I look forward to seeing everyone again this fall!

Kate and Will at the Hillbrook Club

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 21:03:07 EDT

Will and Kate were married last weekend at The Hillbrook Club in Chagrin Falls. I don't know that there has ever been a more picturesque day for a wedding. It was warm, but not too hot. The sun was out along with a few clouds, which provided shade for the ceremony. The light was beautiful all evening, and we were surrounded by trees, lots of stone and a friendly bride and groom. The renovations the club has made in the last year have only enhanced it's character and appeal. I really do think this was the perfect venue for this perfect wedding. From the groom's seersucker bow-tie and the bride's dress from Jcrew's Wedding line (which I love!!!), to the antique vases and chalkboard signs, everything fit completely. Congratulations!

a birthday session at squire's castle

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 13:21:48 EDT

A short preview from a session this past weekend. This fun shoot at Squire's Castle was to celebrate L's tenth birthday. Not only is she a natural in front of the camera, but she also loves to have fun while striking her poses. We were able to capture some great family photos as well. It really was a memorable time - if only it had been a bit warmer! In celebration of the end of school and a milestone birthday, enjoy!

Meaghan & Adam at the Shoreby Club

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 10:04:53 EDT

Meaghan and Adam were married last weekend. The forecast called for possible rain but as the day progressed, the sun stayed out and the ground stayed dry, which allowed us plenty of portrait time with the bride and groom. The ceremony at Communion of Saints in Cleveland Heights, was followed by a lovely reception at the Shoreby Club in Cleveland. We had the privilege of working with the amazing Stephen Tokar of Stephen Tokar Studios. From the flowers to the reception tent, his design brought out the beauty of the day. What a fun wedding, what a picturesque day. Enjoy!

Ashley & Tamplin: An Engagement

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:14:06 EDT

Last week I photographed an engagement session for Ashley and Tamplin, whose wedding is this September. So many things went right for this session - the weather was beautiful, we were able to get gorgeous light in the few hours before sunset, and the couple was extremely natural in front of the camera . As if all of that wasn't enough to make a photographer's day, Ashley and Tamplin were a lot of fun to boot. I'm definitely looking forward to September! Enjoy this sneak peek with more to come very soon!

Deana & Tim : A Wedding Sneak Peek

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 18:28:28 EDT

What a great way to start a very busy wedding season. Deana and Tim had a picturesque Memorial Day weekend wedding at Mooreland Mansion. I don't know that we could have asked for better weather that day. Unfortunately, the grounds were very, very wet from what seemed like three weeks straight of rain beforehand, which made it difficult for bridesmaids in heels to walk in the grass. However, the nice thing about Mooreland Mansion is that you've got a beautiful backdrop just about anywhere you go. So we were definitely not at a loss for photo opportunities. More from this wedding will be coming soon. For now though, enjoy the sneak peek!

a beautiful day..

Mon, 23 May 2011 15:04:53 EDT

I would think that all moms look at their child or children and think that few others can compare to the amazingness (is that a word?) that is their offspring. You can see it in the eyes of moms (and dads) everywhere. Saturday was no exception. And I have to admit that my little two-year-old subject was pretty amazing (and fun, and energetic, and hilarious, and non-stop). It was one of those mornings where I really loved what I do for a living. The beautiful weather at 9 am in Cleveland definitely didn't hurt either! Anyways, I look forward to more sessions with this fun family. Until then, here is a sneak peek for mom and dad. Enjoy!

Looking for Senior Reps

Thu, 19 May 2011 22:53:49 EDT

I'm excited to announce that I am now taking applications for 2012 Senior Reps!

Do you (or someone you know) want senior photos with an amazing discount, while earning prints, products and other goodies just for spreading my name around?

If so, contact me now. I look forward to hearing from you!

A Family Session in Westlake

Thu, 12 May 2011 13:57:12 EDT

I love photographing this family, so I was very happy when they set up a new session. Not only are the two girls beautiful and animated, but they're so much fun - don't let some of those non-smiling faces fool you! Anyways, I had a hard time whittling down my favorites, so this post is a bit longer than normal (which makes up for my lack of posting over the last month). Enjoy!

Newborn Session - Lorain, Ohio

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 21:58:51 EDT

Here's a preview for mom and dad of a session from last week. I've photographed them before, but this time I had the pleasure of meeting their newest addition, who had a mop of beautiful hair and such sweet expressions. Both he and his big brother were great subjects and we captured some amazing moments to prove it. Enjoy!

Baby Session - Shaker Hts.

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 13:46:38 EDT

I had the privilege of photographing this beautiful baby and family last week and as you can see, we had an amazing time! This sweet little girl was celebrating her first 100 days of life and so far she is thoroughly enjoying it. Congratulations to the proud mom and dad!

A Free Session Giveaway!

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:02:49 EST

After much anticipation, we are finally ready to announce our first great giveaway!

For this first contest, we thought we'd keep it close to home and put a free session up on the block. This is a family or childhood portrait session done on location or in your home, and it must be scheduled by June 1, 2011 to take place by December 31, 2011. What better way to anticipate warmer weather than to plan for it with a new outdoor session!!

If you've recently booked an upcoming session, feel free to still enter the contest - should you win, you can use your winnings towards your print and product order in place of a new session.

Now on to the important part - How to enter!

If you are not already a fan of Abby.Photo.Design, become one and leave a quick hello on my Fan Page. Then come back here to the blog and leave me a comment telling me that you joined. If you are already a fan, share the link to my page on your FB profile telling your friends to join. Come back to the blog and leave a comment with a link to your page where you've posted my fan page link.

The give away starts now and will end this Saturday morning at 10 EST. The winner will be randomly selected. Good Luck and Thanks!

Childhood Portraits Part 2 - Peninsula, Ohio

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 14:21:26 EST

Nearly two and interested in everything. It's hard to tell who is more active - him or his sister. Quiet moments are few and far between, so being able to capture one of them was lucky. What a wonderful way to spend a cold winter day!

Childhood Portraits - Peninsula, Ohio

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 22:05:02 EST

What a fun time! Don't you just want to squeeze those cheeks. Eleven months old and constantly on the go . It could be that she's trying to keep up with her older brother. It could be that she's just so inquisitive. Either way, she's going to be a lot of fun to keep up with.

Newborn Session - Akron, Ohio

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 21:37:24 EST

I had the privilege of photographing this beautiful newborn last week and she did great the entire session, though she just didn't want to fall asleep - she'd get so close and then her eyes would pop back open. She was just too interested in the world around her. We were able to get some amazing images though. Congratulations to the whole family on welcoming their newest little member!

Maternity Session - Akron, Ohio

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 00:57:07 EST

Priya and Manju have a little one on the way - the first grandchild to 2 sets of grandparents. This baby boy will surely be loved by many. Last weekend was cold and blustery. It took everyone a little longer to get to our session due to snow and wind, but once everyone had safely arrived, the time flew by. Here is a preview of our session. Along with some beautiful indoor shots, we even managed to snap some photos outside in the snow. Enjoy!

remember when..

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 20:12:40 EST

..we could see the ground and it wasn't covered with snow? Remember when it didn't take 10 minutes of layering up just to stay warm during the 10 second jog to the car? In archiving sessions today, I came across a shoot from this past fall and it reminded me of warmer times. I love every season, a must if you're a resident of the midwest, but autumn does hold a special place in my heart. The temperature had just started to get cool when we met on the shores of Lake Erie to take these photos, but the water was still warm. What a beautiful family - what an amazing, overcast fall day. Here's to spring being just around the corner!

Mistletoe

Sun, 26 Dec 2010 23:16:36 EST

Welcome! Happy Holidays!

Starting this blog was on my 2010 to do list and I've officially made it with about a week to spare. So check back regularly for session previews, specials, and general information.