This is Brooke.

She comes from a very special family. I have photographed her family a couple times. Once when they won my video photography session and once when her mama had a home birth for her 4^th child. I was lucky enough to participate in a very tender family memory with them. I documented all the children as they doted next to the new family member, all snuggled up close bedside. Their family just radiates positivity, and I am always impressed and admire the patients her parents have. So, I obviously have very warm feelings towards this amazing family. I was so stunned that Brooke SPECIFICALLY asked for ME to take her baptism photos. Without skipping a beat, I whole heartily accepted. I think she may have me wrapped around her finger, and I am not even mad about it!

For Brooke’s shoot, we went to the LDS Phoenix Temple. The temple grounds are SO beautiful and the day was SO perfect! No complaints (can’t say the same for the upcoming warmer weather). I am going to be completely honest with you—I am not sure I have met another 8 year old who was so comfortable and natural in front of the camera. She is by far the EASIER subject ever. I am so happy she wanted little old me to photograph her special moment. Her dad snuck into a few photos, since he is the one baptizing her. It was yet another tender moment. I can’t wait to see what this little girl has in store for the future because I can guarantee it is a bright one.