Tattoos + Graffiti + Cuteness = Perfection | Different is Good | Indianapolis Family Photographer

February 11, 2016 in Family, First Birthday, Children

This is a throwback session from last August - another one that I've been itching to blog since I wasn't yet a blogger back then. This session took some planning but I was more than happy to spend the extra time for my brother and sis-in law, Vinny and Monica, to help celebrate their daughter Mia's first birthday. First thing they told me is that they wanted something different. Not the normal sunset in the park session. So after some brainstorming, I knew exactly what I wanted to do - we just had to find the right locations. The first portion of the session had to involve graffiti and we found the perfect spot.

The second half of the session didn't pan out like we hoped (there were supposed to be fountains and mermaid outfits but bad weather and locked gates got in our way). But we carried on and actually, got some really great shots of Mia (one of which is on my business cards). You can't go wrong with Mia - she always has this matter-of-fact look on her face and then when you dress her up in a cute outfit and she smiles - well, freaking adorable.

It's appropriate that I'm getting around to writing this blog now, because I will be photographing Vinny and Monica's new arrival in about a month. And again - they want something unique and something different - something that is....them. So stay tuned for that - planning is underway!!

On to the throwback...

Thanks to Vinny and Monica for trusting my creative endeavors and wanting to do something different - love the challenge! I'm looking forward to photographing your family for years to come!

Kelly Martin Photography offers custom on-location lifestyle and portrait professional photography services in Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Session types include family, newborn, maternity, children, couples, engagement, seniors, lifestyle and more! Real. Creative. Personalized.

If you are looking for a family or children's photographer, please contact me at kellymartinphotos@gmail.com or 765-749-4388.

From Baby to Toddler | Aiden on the Move | Indianapolis Children's Photographer

January 17, 2016 in Children, First Birthday, Studio

I had the privilege of photographing the Springer family back in early September (and they had the luxury of being featured in my very first blog post - see HERE). They have 3 beautiful and active boys. At the time of our last session, Aiden, the youngest, was 8 months old. Not standing on his own yet but able to sit up - that perfect age where you can contain them pretty easily. Let's flashback:

What a handsome little ham, right?? I was excited when Carrie (mom) contacted me to take his one-year photos. Perfect opportunity to break in my new studio. (: And let me tell you, Aiden was on the move. He has been walking since he was 10 months old, so it was old hat to him - no wobbles - pretty much a run. It would have been pretty comedic for anyone watching the session - mom, dad and myself running around and making crazy noises trying to contain him in the studio space. But mission accomplished. Happy birthday Aiden!

Thanks to the Springer's for trusting me again with your precious memories!

If you are looking for a children's photographer, please contact me at kellymartinphotos@gmail.com or 765-749-4388.

Bold & Beautiful | The Zulkowski Family | Indianapolis Family Photographer

November 07, 2015 in Family, Children, First Birthday

This was the first session that I ever had to postpone due to rain. I don't think it had rained significantly in about 5 weeks and then it had to pour on the day I had a session scheduled with the Zulkowski's - a session that had been on the calendar for months. It honestly was the best thing that could have happened because we rescheduled for the next morning and it. was. gorgeous. The colors. The light. One happy family with happy kids. (:

This session was held at Glenns Valley Nature Park on the south side of Indy. I had a session there a few weeks prior and the leaves had not started to change much. Fast forward 3 weeks later and it was transformed into a fall wonderland. I think the photos speak for themselves!

Like many of my clients, I met Mandy (mom) in the accounting world. We both worked at Adayana, the last job I had before leaving to stay home with my boys. We were bonded by stories of motherhood, babies, pregnancy. Her two boys, Jax and Kai, are only about 16 months apart so I think Mandy was pregnant pretty much the whole time I worked with her. (: And when she wasn't pregnant, I was. Her and her husband also have two older daughters, Randi and Jessi. They are such a help with the boys and also so gorgeous. I asked Mandy if I could borrow them to help with my kids - sounds like they are a little too busy for that. (:

Kai celebrated his first birthday in September so the family brought some fun props. He was a ham!! I LOVE photographing one year-olds!!

The rock of the family - the parents but first and foremost, husband and wife.

A HUGE thank you to the Zulkowski's for a fantastic morning!

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Aneesh is 1! | Hrivnak Family Photos | Indianapolis Family Photographer

September 11, 2015 in Family, First Birthday

There are not many evenings where all worlds collide and the absolute perfect photo shoot takes place. But back in May, it happened - I met up with my friends the Hrivnak's and their soon-to-be one-year-old son, Aneesh.

Perfect weather - check!

Amazing light - check!

Fun family willing to try anything - check!

Happy baby - check!

Actually, I did learn one valuable lesson during this shoot - tie down the balloons! We turned away for a few moments to get some family shots and poof, the balloons were gone. At least I was able to include them for a few images before they flew away!

I love this last image below - sweet and innocent Aneesh trying to hand a piece of grass to his daddy. I've known Dustin (dad) for over 15 years. We worked together at a grocery store up in Valpo back in the day and then Dustin was my roomy when I first moved to Indy 10+ years ago. He met his beautiful wife Esha and decided he was going to take the next step and buy a house in Noblesville. They were married in 2010 and were blessed with Aneesh in 2014. My husband and I are grateful to have them as friends and we look forward to several playdates with our boys!

If you are looking for afamily or children's photographer, please contact me at kellymartinphotos@gmail.com or 765-749-4388.