Sweet Girls | The Beyer Family | Indianapolis Family Photographer

December 20, 2016 in Family, Children

I am always so honored when friends ask me to photograph their families, and the Beyer's are no exception. I've known Andrew and Erin for about 10 years now. Andrew and my husband , Tony, were classmates and friends growing up in grade school. When my husband and I first started dating, they were one of the first friends that Tony introduced me to. We went over to their house (which was reassuring that the guy I was dating actually had some married friends and not just all singleton friends that wanted to party all of the time) to watch a Colt's playoff game. I remember walking into their house and for some reason Tony introduced me to Andrew as "Kari" or "Katie" - I can't remember exactly but I know it was some "K" name not my own (yes, really!!) Andrew looked at me and said "Kelly, right?" Maybe Tony was nervous that he was actually bringing a girl to a friend event or totally just had a brain freeze - either way, Andrew and Erin made me feel comfortable from the first time meeting them and they have been great friends ever since.

Our oldest kids share a birthday (different years) and they are the Godparents to our eldest Louis. We have watched each other's families grow and have shared in happy times and sad times. We missed them a ton when they spent 5 years (I think that number is correct) in Michigan for Erin's work. We did visit them once on a very very very cold weekend in January and they made the drive back to Indy several times since both are from here. We were elated when they moved back to Indy and into a house that is only 10 minutes away from us. We have vacationed together, celebrated numerous kid birthdays - there have been pool parties (thanks to Erin's parents), play dates, Indy 500's, dinners, Colts games, and on and on. Having friends that are sharing in the same walk of life that you are is an amazing feeling. Tony and I are so grateful for their friendship.

Andrew and Erin celebrated their 11th wedding anniversary this past October. Their lives are now full with girliness with 5 year old Katelyn and 9 month old Caroline. Apparently Katelyn and my son Louis are going to get married someday and we'll then be related. (:

We had a blast at our session. Miss Caroline was a bit upset at first but she warmed up. Katelyn was a perfect model just as I knew she would be. (: And Andrew and Erin, you were pretty awesome too (: I can't leave you out. (:

So this last photo I have to share because it was taken literally seconds before Katelyn took a tumble off the bridge and into the marsh. Whoops.....I tried to catch her but........well.......didn't happen. She was fine - just a little wet and distraught. And that was a wrap!

Thanks so much to the Beyer's for a wonderful evening and even more for the wonderful friendship. (:

If you are looking for a family photographer in the Indianapolis area, please contact me at kellymartinphotos@gmail.com or 765-749-4388.

Happy Go Lucky | The Chambers Family | Zionsville Family Photographer

December 09, 2016 in Children, Family

Happy kids are THE best. I do love a serious kid shot every now and then, especially when they are in deep thought, but an overall happy kid situation for a session is ideal. Kids are the bosses, didn't you get the memo?

I was connected with the Chamber's family through our mutual realtor, Amy Corey. Side note: If you are looking for a great, wonderful, amazing realtor, look no further. Amy and her husband, Jeff, are who you are looking for. PM me for her info. Anyway, we originally were going to have a summer session but scheduling and conflicts won out. We postponed until the fall and we ended up with one amazing October evening. Weather was perfect; kids were awesome; and the session just flowed.

The session is playful and fun and full of vibrancy. I know mom and dad were worried about Maggie warming up the camera. I think the exact words in the questionnaire that Tara filled out was "shy around new people" and "does not like being the center of attention." Well, erase that because Maggie was a model kid - laughing, playing, dancing......perfection. (: And little Charlie with his blonde hair - just wanted to kiss him!

Check out this total sweetness of a session:

If you are looking for a family photographer in the Indianapolis area, please contact me at kellymartinphotos@gmail.com or 765-749-4388.

First Fall | The Long Family | Indianapolis Family Photographer

November 13, 2016 in Children, Family

Sweet, laid back families are seriously the best. When mom and dad are chill, usually the children follow. Jessica and Josh have a sweet baby girl Avery who was experiencing fall for the very first time. They desired a session that showcased the beautiful fall colors that the Midwest has to offer. Lily Lake at Eagle Creek was absolutely perfect. Avery had a ball checking out the leaves and hanging with mom and dad. She made eye contact with the camera more times than I could count! What a great model!!

Check out this adorable session below! It was a pleasure to photograph this little family and all of their sweetness.

If you are looking for a family photographer in the Indianapolis area please contact me at kellymartinphotos@gmail.com or at 765-749-4388.

Growth | The Vance Family | Indianapolis Family Photographer

October 27, 2016 in Children, Family

It's always a pleasure to capture this family on camera. We spend our sessions catching up on life (I worked with Matt for a few years in the accounting world and I went to BSU with Sarah) and chasing their kiddos around. This time Grandma joined in the fun. I was SO glad to have an entertainer there as sometimes the boys like to give my camera a mean mug. Grandma and M&M's cured that. (: Photographing families year after year or season after season is so rewarding - seeing families grow, watching children blossom. I witness it in my own children and to share that with my clients is a privilege.

Thank you so much to the Vance's for the opportunity once again to photograph your family and a special thanks to Grandma!!! I'm looking forward to our Thanksgiving extended family session!

If you are looking for a family photographer in the Indianapolis area please contact me at kellymartinphotos@gmail.com or at 765-749-4388.

Curls & Cuteness | The Patel's | Indianapolis Family Photographer

October 14, 2016 in Children, Family

So you may think you are seeing double if you read my last blog post. That post featured curly-haired 8 month-old, Pransh. Well, meet his 11 month-old cousin, Shrey. (: No doubt they are related! (I'm also beginning to think I am the official photographer of the Patel extended family). (: This Patel family also featured a cute little girl, Esha, who started out pretty shy but by the end of the session, she was making up poses and dancing around. I love when kids open up during sessions and we are able to capture them in the natural state. (:

Meet the Patel's: