Daffodil Hill

One of my family friends from childhood, Tawyna Lopes, is a really talented photographer. We saw each other recently at my cousin Nancy's bridal shower, where she took some beautiful shots of Ella. It inspired me to look at her photography website, and on her business' facebook page, I learned about her mini photo shoots that she does with children at "Daffodil Hill" in Livermore. Needless to say, I thought it would be an adorable idea for some 6 month photos.

I got there early to make sure Ella was fed and in her Easter dress at the last second (not risking spitting up on it before then), but it didn't help... Ella was not her happy self and couldn't shake it. Teething? Reacting from her 6 month shots from 2 days earlier? Hating her headband (found out it was too tight and won't ever put it back on her again)? Chilly from the wind? Mad at me for dressing her up? We'll never know. 

It amazed me that Tawnya still got some great pictures. I appreciate that she captured some of Ella's many expressions, not just her smiles (we saw zero of those, haha). I'm loving the chubby cheeks and serious stares. It's even great the her beloved monkey made it in there, too. Oh, Ella. Maybe next time.

http://www.tawnyamariephotography.com/