Cool Creek Park

Cora in the Fall | Carmel Family Photographer

Sometimes I get frustrated that I can't keep more up to date with my blog but with the busy fall season (and a household with a husband and 3 young kids), it's pretty much impossible.  The perk though, that I'm finding, in having a lag, is reconnecting with these sessions that I held 2 or 3 months ago.  Sometimes I stare at the pictures while editing for so long that I make myself dizzy - trying to perfect the colors, crop, and every detail.  When I step back for a few months and come back to a session to blog or update my website I get to really enjoy the images as if seeing them for the first time.  I really loved looking back at my session with Chad, Madison and baby Cora (who coincidentally was born during the same week my little Eden was born).  

It was an unseasonably warm fall day and even though it was late in October, the fall foliage was hanging on (wasn't the same story last year).  Four month old Cora was a little sweetheart and a ham for the camera.  The pictures speak for themselves on how much Mom and Dad are smittin' with her.  (:  And then Betty the dog - so glad we got a few shots with her (and BTW I love when dogs have people names!).  

I'm excited that I'll get to catch up with Chad, Madison and Cora at an extended family session this spring.  I can't wait to see how much Cora has grown and changed.  (:  

The first couple of pics I took while wandering around the park prior to our session. I'm not much of a landscape photographer but I felt compelled to capture the calm and color of the morning.  

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

Win | The Gill Family | Indianapolis Family Photographer

I was referred to the Gill family by the Boyce's (we had an awesome fall session - check it out). They wanted a combo lifestyle and portrait session - one that portrayed them as is - life with two busy, young boys.  I pulled up to their house on a Friday evening, a couple days after the Cubs had won the World Series, and they had the infamous "W" flag flying on their porch.  Anyone who knows me, knows I love the Cubbies and I love Chicago.  Well, so do the Gill's -  total win - I knew I was going to like this family and we were going to have a great time.  

We started the session in their home - they sported their World Series champs attire - and we shot some lifestyle photos.  Madeline and Trent love to get in on the playing action with their boys, Aiden (3) and Desmond (1).  I loved capturing the interactions between everyone the entire session.  We later took the session to Cool Creek Park.  The sunset was beautiful that evening and we shot until the last drop of light. 

Thanks to the Gill Family for a fabulous evening!  Go Cubs Go!  

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

Summer Babe | The Landrigan Family | Indianapolis Maternity and Newborn Photographer

Another flashback session from this summer.  The Landrigan's were another family that graciously took me up on my offer to be part of my portfolio building days.  They really put their trust in me because I was capturing a very special time in their lives: their second pregnancy and the first few days of new baby Lucy's life.  We had their maternity session back in late June at Cool Creek Park.  Caitilin and Tom are such a beautiful couple, inside and out, and I think these photos reflect that.  Big sister Mary turned two last summer and was so excited to be a big sister. 

My husband and I met the Landrigan's about 5 years ago through a marriage prep program called One in Christ.  We both are facilitators for the program and also serve on the board of directors.  We were brought together through our faith and they have become wonderful friends of ours.  Caitilin also has the privilege of staying home with her girls so we plan playdates every now and then.  Little Mary has fun bossing my boys around.  (:  Don't worry, they like it.  (: 

Little Lucy came into this world on August 5th and weighed 7lbs. 11 oz.  Tom and Caitilin are such loving and heart-felt parents - a model for how much everyone should love their children. 

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 maternity or newborn photographer, please contact me at kellymartinphotos@gmail.com or 765-749-4388.

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

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! 

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