Farewell my Lovely Brown Vest!

So we had to do some of the photo shoots at the beach but we couldn't do all of them there. I remembered some amazing corn fields I'd spotted on the way into Nags Head so we drove about 15 minutes back out and over the bridge to a spot I thought would set the scene for a fun shoot with Tanner.

We also pulled over at some cool antique shops with vintage stuff on the lots that lent themselves well to this wool pinstripe vest I've been dying to use. Tanner lent himself well to vest too!!! He was such a doll to shoot and was so adorably as in love with this brown vest as I was that he asked if he could keep it after the shoot. Being the sucker that I am for raspy voices...I am now back on the lookout for a cute vintage vest...let me know if see anything!

Girls at Beach

It's been the summer of the Outer Banks for me and I am NOT complaining! On the most recent trip down a friend and I did an impromptu America's Next Top Model Themed shoot with her cousins, where they were able to practice their fiercest poses. Watch out Tyra!

Then we headed to the water since...who does photo shoots at the OBX without doing some on the beach???

It paid off...here are a couple of my FAVES!!

Meeting Katelena

This blue eyed beauty is as sweet and charming as her beautiful name. Pronounced Cat-Elena, she's named after her mothers Godmother Kat & her Grandmother Elena.

This little one has a special place in my heart and I am so grateful I finally got to meet her. Congratulations Joanna & Rick!

More Maternities

I've been feeling a little creative lately and greatly appreciate the opportunity Kristen gave me to experiment with some ideas I've had for maternity shots. I can't express how fulfilling it is to have an idea or image in my head and see it come to fruition as a tangible print. I couldn't be more thankful for Kristen's willingness or more thrilled with the outcome.

Magic of Motherhood

Had a ball getting together with a good friend to capture the magic of motherhood. She's expecting her third and felt that pregnancy and motherhood are such a huge part of her life that she wanted to capture the emotions that come with these fleeting times.

This one is a ball to photograph...over flowing with enthusiasm, emotion, and expression. Check out those eyes.

A sweet moment between superman and supermom.

Lucia Lucia Show

A friends band, Lucia Lucia, had a killer show at Galaxy Hut last weekend. The atmosphere at this quaint little venue was awesome and we got some fun shots I thought I'd share.

Check out their stuff on their Lucia Lucia Myspace Page!

My New Kindred Spirit Friend Joy & Her Sweetie Petey!

Just knowing her name was Joy had me all convinced I already knew her somehow. It's a name she shares with my dear Grandmother and is the "J" in Cerina J. Photography so needless to say I was super excited to meet her and to do her son Petey's 6 month session. He turned out to be the perfect model; all smiles from the moment I introduced myself...and his little teeth couldn't be more perfectly placed. What a charmer! Totally living up to her name, Joy was a true pleasure to work with and a natural mother as well.

Watching her with her son really struck me and quickly the shoot that was intended to capture Petey around the 6 month mark evolved into an opportunity to capture the beautiful bond of mother and child.

Heather to the Principals Office

Heather is always a good time to be around but doing a shoot with her was above and beyond for me. She was so open to my silly ideas and willing to try anything. I can’t speak for both of us but as for myself I had a blast and am thrilled with these gorgeous shots. Congrats Heather on your College Graduation and best of luck on your pursuit in becoming a Principal! Look out world!!