Exploration | The Boyce Family | Carmel Family Photographer

Most of my days are filled with chasing my kids around and sometimes that involves a camera as I try to capture their innocence, curiosity, messy-faced smiles, playfulness, and basically anything that involves the craziness of having three kids under the age of five in my house.  So when I have a session with young children (which probably makes up 80% of my clients), I take the same documentary approach.  Yes, let's get some great family shots for the Christmas card, but lets take some time to see where the kids take us. 

And that's exactly how the Boyce's session played out.  Lena and Nellie were two very active girls.  Lena was a free spirit and wanted to run and explore and dance and just be a kid.  Younger sister Nellie was a mover and a groover too.  Both were so sweet and I loved seeing the playful interactions between Erin and Seamus (mom and dad) and the girls. 

This session is a story.  A story of a family full of love for each other and two little girls who love to EXPLORE. 

Thank you so much to the Boyce family for allowing me to capture such sweet moments. 

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

Summertime Session | The Shula Family | Indianapolis Family Photographer

Holcomb Gardens is a beautiful location, especially in the summer with the flowers and gorgeous sun peaking through the trees.  During the Shula's mini session, we didn't move around too much because the heat and humidity were so high that we would break a sweat even breathing.  Sticky, sticky evening.  But we found an area with some purple flowers that complemented Miss Ruby's outfit and beautiful light shining through the trees.  Perfect spot for a perfect little mini. 

I had the pleasure of photographing the Shula family after Ruby was born.  Her newborn session is on the blog here.  Big brother Parker was NOT a fan of taking photos back in November, and well, he wasn't much of a fan on this day either.  BUT with a little fun and bribery we were able to capture him.  (: 

Thanks to the Shula's for sweating it out for photos!  I can't wait to shoot Ruby's first birthday cake smash in November! 

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

My Sister from Equador | Veronica & Juan | Ogden Gardens Couples Session

We all have THOSE friends - you know - those amazing, comfortable, wonderful, caring friends that you wish you could see and talk to every single day, but can't.  And not only can you not see and talk everyday due to life and love and work and other circumstances, but you literally only get to see each other every 5 years or so.  BUT once you are together again, NOTHING has changed.  Memories come pouring back, laughs, smiles and fun just seem to happen without even trying, and you don't skip a beat learning how to be friends.  Because you don't have to learn - it's already there. 

Veronica was an exchange student from Ecuador my senior year in high school.  So only one year.  I don't even know why we started hanging out or how but I guess when you have a lot in common and have the same values (and same sarcastic personality), it's easy to become friends.  But it wasn't only me that loved this girl - everyone loved Veronica.  She's one of those infectious people - she smiles, she laughs, she's definitely hilarious and she's so laid back.  Teachers loved her and the students at my school embraced her.  I was so lucky to have been one her best friends during her tenure here and get to know her.  I always said she was the Ecuadorian version of myself.  (: 

I was so sad to see her leave the summer after our senior year, but knew that we had forged a friendship that would last a lifetime.  We keep in touch somewhat through Facebook, but as with all distant friends, even with this technology, it's hard.  Time is sparse and while I'd love to talk to all of my friends on a weekly basis, it's impossible.  Since then, she has been back to my hometown a few times.  Once during our college years, another about 6 years ago, and most recently, a few weeks ago.  I was SO EXCITED when she messaged me to tell me she was visiting and we didn't hesitate to travel up for the weekend to see her.  She got to meet my family and my 3 crazy kiddos.  And I got to meet her love, Juan.  (: 

And there we were hanging out and joking again - like the 17 years from high school had never passed.  We try to get each other gifts every time we see each other.  One of my gifts to her was a photo session for Juan and her.  It was so much fun and they were beautiful models.  They did such a good job at "keeping it real." 

I can't wait for Juan and Veronica to visit again!  And SOMEDAY I promise, Veronica, I will make it to Ecuador!  Let my babies grow up a little bit.  (: 

Excuse the overshare, I LOVED this session too much to hold back:

Thanks to Veronica and Juan for letting me take them on a photo adventure.  'Til next time....

Love you Veronica!!! 

Fun and Fit | The Randolph Family | Zionsville Family Photographer

The Randolph family is my latest Trader's Point Living feature family.  We held this session back in June as I was cramming a bunch of sessions in before I popped out a baby and took a break for the summer.  We had the most amazing evening for a session - it wasn't too hot as it had been a few days earlier - and we had a great location with vibrant backgrounds/colors.  And to top it off, the Randolph's are one awesome family.  They were my kind of family - fun, active, laid back, and up for anything (see last jumping photo).  (: 

Meet the Randolph's: Ike, Regina, Nia, and Sydney

Sydney the track star:

Nia the freshman runs track like her sister and also plays soccer:

And look how adorable Mom and Dad are (:

Ike is a retired Indianapolis Firefighter and he LOVES his hat featuring the FD logo.  Thank you for your service! 

Thanks to the Randolph's for participating as a feature family for Trader's Point Living! 

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

2016 Fall Mini Sessions | Indianapolis and Zionsville Family Photographer

They are back by popular demand - Fall Mini Sessions! It's a great opportunity to get some quick, updated pictures of the family, create some family memories, and cross "Christmas card photo" off your list. There is also special pricing for past clients! Details below:

Sunday, October 16th at West 86th St. Neighborhood, Indianapolis

located near 465 and 86th street on the west side - location features beautiful tree line, pond and white fence - unique location!

Times: SOLD OUT!

Saturday, October 22nd at Turkey Foot Nature Park, Zionsville

Times:  SOLD OUT!

Saturday, October 22nd at Daubenspeck Nature Park (91st & Ditch Rd.), Indianapolis

Times: 5:30

JUST ADDED: Saturday, November 5th at Daubenspeck Nature Park (91st & Ditch Rd.), Indianapolis

Times: SOLD OUT!

Details:

• $99 for a 20 minute session ($89 for past KMP clients!)
• Includes 8 edited images that you pick with print release (option to upgrade for $50 to receive all edited images)
• Limited to 5 people per session
• Payment is due upon booking and is non-refundable (exception noted below).  If you have to cancel, your payment will go towards another session with Kelly Martin Photography.
• If inclement weather occurs, a backup date will be provided.  If that date does not work for you, we can work out an individual session time or I will refund your fee. 
• To book your session, contact me at kellymartinphotos@gmail.com or 765-749-4388.  Please provide your preferred date and time.  Once a date/time is confirmed, I will send you a contract, questionnaire, and an invoice via Square.