Liz, Paul, and Christopher are anxiously awaiting a very special delivery from a large, long-legged bird.  And, in just a few short weeks, the precious little bundle will enter his way into the world, changing their lives forever.

I’ve known Paul for a few years now, so when he asked me to take some portraits of his family, I was super excited.  Paul is one of the most proud fathers I’ve ever met.  He simply lights up when talking about his son, Christopher, and I was thrilled to witness his joy firsthand, and have the opportunity to capture his family in their element.

His wife, Liz, is simply glowing and though I heard she was a little nervous about taking some baby bump pictures, I never would have known it!  She was a complete natural in front of the camera and is so down to earth and at peace that I immediately felt at ease in her presence.  Is she a beauty or what?!

The adorable Christopher, who recently turned 2, is striking.  Talk about a cutie!  Wow.  His deep blue eyes are absolutely amazing and he is a total crack up.  He carries his bunny everywhere with him and adores his mommy and daddy to pieces.  He’s going to be such a great big brother.  Baby Gallegra is going to be one lucky kid!

Thanks so much for letting me capture this special time in your lives, Gallegras.  I can’t wait to meet the new addition!!

Here are a few of my favorites from our session…

I LOVE how he sniffs the “roses”…

Isn’t this the coolest freckle ever?  I love the heart on the bun in the oven…so fitting for the love the baby is about to be welcomed into.

Hide and seek…

Love this family photo…such a real moment with a two year old…

Bunny gives the baby a kiss…

Done with pictures and ready for bed…