It is not unusual for me to have repeated sessions with my clients. In fact that is probably a photographer's main goal, to keep having their clients come back again and again.
 

I first photographed Kellie and her son Matt in 2017 when Matt was about to turn 12. and then again in 2019 when Kellie's mom Sue joined us. At that time Matt had already grown taller than Kellie in the two years since our last session but I couldn't not believe the change since last we met til now. From a budding teen now turned young man on the brink of graduating high school and stepping into the world of adulthood. The days are long but the years are short!!!



 

For their latest session I traveled to Dayton, Ohio where Kellie is still a minister at Miami Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship going on her 6th year. 
And that is where we photographed their session, in the beautiful surroundings and property that the church is located on! Talk about outward AND inward serenity!



This is THE PLACE. If you are searching for a congregation that is LITERALLY ALL INCLUSIVE I encourage you to look for a Unitarian Universalist church near you as they have 1000 congregations nationwide and their all encompassing message of acceptance is something rarely seen in my experience with organized religion. A place to worship and believe as you want while still communing with others--a true blueprint for how it should be in all walks of life with no judgement on how you do or do not worship a higher power. Let us all learn from their philosophies that we can be united AND different!!

But let's get back to our upcoming graduate, Matt. Matt attends the Open School Orange County based in Santa Ana, CA and is part of their virtual program and will graduate in June. The Open School is a democratic free school, where the students lead the school with the help of advisors. That sounds super cool to be honest but Kellie and Matt have ALWAYS impressed me with their progressive and open minded ideas and life philosophies!!

After graduation Matt is going to take a gap year and focus on volunteering. He loves reading (fantasy and science fiction), memes, museums, zoos, and playing Magic the Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons. I always find him humorous and full of a wealth of information on his favorite subjects. I look forward to seeing where life takes his gentle quiet soul with mischievous eyes and a his love of fun coupled with his own take on life and how he wants to live it. Keep being you Matt!! 


What a pleasure it was to catch up with Kellie and Matt both, and spend time in their beautiful home after our session--- along with Matt's two lizards: Pancake, a Morroccan Uromastyx, and Licorice, a Mellanistic Lacerta. As well as their family cat, Soup! Lolll!
 

I so appreciated their kind hospitality in not only sharing another of their special milestones with me but opening up their home to me as well.

I really love what I do. And I am thankful for my clients that stood by me as I took a long break and went down a path I had to tread towards self awareness and healing the past, something I had to do for myself but that in the end will benefit those around me as I learn how to be the best me possible.

I am not perfect YET haha but my progress continues and it is helped GREATLY by the wonderful old AND new friends I meet along the way and I appreciate them all each and every one. 

---Thank you to Kellie and Matt for being part of the tapestry of my work, life and journey.


Best wishes and love to Kellie and Matt and Happy Senior year to Matt!!

Love, Roxanne


NOTE: If you are a past client and have changed locations or would like to be a future client please feel free to contact me, no matter your location. For I am living my life on the road these days and I may very well be coming to a location near you! 





 

Happiness in marriage is not something that just happens.
A good marriage must be created. In marriage the little things are the big things.
It is never being too old to hold hands.
It is remembering to say “I love you” at least once a day.
It is never going to sleep angry.
It is at no time taking the other for granted; the courtship should not end with the honeymoon, it should continue through the years.
It is having a mutual sense of values and common objectives.
It is standing together facing the world. It is forming a circle of love that gathers the whole family.
It is doing things for each other, not in the attitude of duty or sacrifice, but in the spirit of joy.
It is speaking words of appreciation and demonstrating gratitude in thoughtful ways.
It is not looking for perfection in each other.
It is cultivating flexibility, patience, understanding and a sense of humour.
It is having the capacity to forgive and forget.
It is giving each other an atmosphere in which each can grow old.
It is a common search for the good and the beautiful.
It is establishing a relationship in which the independence is equal, dependence is mutual and the obligation is reciprocal.
It is not only marrying the right partner; it is being the right partner.



This was an excerpt that meant something to Doreen VanTil on the day she said 'I do' to Bob McDonough on their wedding day on

Saturday September 2nd, 2023 on Beaver Island at Donegal Bay.

10 years ago Bob's sister Colleen suggested Bob ask Doreen out...the rest, as they say, is history.

There were a few bumps along the way, as there are in all relationships, but at the end of the day Doreen told me she has never loved anyone the way she loves Bob. She describes how they 'just click' and the longer they've been together how much better they have learned to communicate. 

And now they have combined their beautiful families, Bob's daughter Ireland, his stepson Josh, and Bob's adorable grandson, Weston are all now officially related to Doreen's 4 children-Ben,Sarah, and twin girls Ashley and Courtney- along with Doreen's two grandchildren, Hunter and beautiful Amelia. 

And while not everyone could be at the ceremony on the island, Doreen's two oldest children and grandson were there in spirit. 

In the meantime Bob and Doreen's friends came together to have some great food provided by the The Elks as well as some drinks atop Bob's phenomenal bar piece conveniently located in a warehouse owned by one of his family members. 

Laughs and good times were had by all and that is a great start to what I hope is many years of happiness to come to this great couple. 
I connected instantly with Doreen in a very real way and I personally want nothing more than for this wonderful woman to have found the man of her dreams. 
And honestly it gives ME hope that I, myself, may find mine someday.


All my best to Bob and Doreen,
With much love, Roxanne
 

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Kiley Pritchett’s family has owned a home on Beaver island for 53  years so she has been coming here for all of her almost 18 years.

But this will only be her 3rd year attending Beaver Island Community School.

After graduation she plans on becoming an aesthetician and a medical assistant in order to be qualified to also do Botox (I think I like her even more now haha!)

Kiley was a blast to work with, and her boyfriend of 2 years, Jared was very patient while waiting for Kiley to finish all her images. Thanks Jared!

I wish you all the best and thank you for letting me document one of the most important times of your life!

Much love,
Roxanne

The Wanty family has a long history of being in love with beach life since the great grandfather of little baby boy Hugh built a house on Beaver Island 80 years ago.

It is also where his parents, Cooper and Amanda got engaged.

What a beautiful family ...on a beautiful island...on a beautiful day. 

Thank you for letting me share in just more wonderful memory of your times on Beaver Island. I will forever cherish it.

Love,
Roxanne

Who am I if I can't carry it all?

Luisa is the "strong one" of the family whose strength can always be relied upon to carry the burdens of the Madrigal family.

I love that Raegan continues to grow in beauty, strength and character with her every trip around the sun.  
 

What a joy and a gift to see a child grow into herself with each passing year. 

I can't wait to see what her future years hold, what heroes she will admire, what strengths she will acquire, what truths she will learn, how much her beauty will grow along with her strong character. 

Happy 6th Birthday Raegan. I look forward to documenting all the rest of your birth milestones, one glorious year at a time.


Love, 
Roxanne 

She cracks me up!

Karmello's Aunt Shari calls Karmello an over-comer...and she would know as this is not her first time at this rodeo of raising boys...but Karmello is the last to leave her nest...a bittersweet milestone, to be sure.
 

Karmello could definitely be defined as ahead of the curve without a doubt, since though only in 10th grade, he is already graduating from East Lansing High School through an alternative track called Graduation Alliance. Wowwwwww! Color me impressed. You go Karmello!
 

Of course it is hard to go wrong when you are surrounded by the love and support of a large extended family like the one surrounding Karmello, of which some members I have been lucky enough to meet and photograph personally .


 

This family is rife with personality, humor, and family love so it is not surprising that blessings abound for Karmello and it truly shows in his optimistic attitude that holds up peace over chaos.


 

Besides going the extra mile scholastically, Karmello also ran track and long jump this year which should help him physically with his goal of being a firefighter like both his cousin and his mentor.

The world is your oyster Karmello, and like your Aunt Shari says...you are a cool guy with a hot future!

 

Best wishes that you continue to achieve every goal and life dream you have Karmello,

Much love, Roxanne

The Schemerhorn family and I go back a little ways ..even further then the years I have spent documenting their many family memories.

Because I have known members of the Schemerhorn

extended family since we ourselves were younger than

the majority of Steve and Brandi's children!

But time marches on and and children become blessed adults ..first ourselves then our offspring.

So this is not my first time
celebrating one of the Schemerhorns coming of age...







 

and hopefully it won't be my last..

(I’m waiting on ya gorgeous Lizzie)!

And now here I am documenting the bittersweet joy of having another of their children on the brink of independent adulthood..

JP Schemerhorn,

a senior at Tri-County high school in Wolcott Indiana.

JP has loved sports from the moment he was old enough to walk.  As a little boy, he played soccer with such zeal, he was told to let others have a chance to score goals! Too funny! Go JP!!!

That passion for sports has continued throughout his life...

Allowing Jp to earn a black belt in karate, as well as multiple varsity sports letters while playing both travel basketball and baseball.

And now in just a few months, June 2023 will see Jp wrapping up his immensely active high school years with both Academic and Technical Honors!
JP is a 4 year football, basketball and baseball player for TC as well as Co-Captain of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Senior Class Treasurer.  After graduation JP plans to attend college and earn a degree in sports management and intends to play football in college.

I am sure absolutely nothing will hold Jp back in life with his determination, strong drive and above average talent leading his way--along with his dedicated mother and father rooting him on as always.

Congrats to another Schemerhorn victory!


Much love and success,
Roxanne

"We're not going anywhere, Omega. You're stuck with us for the long run."



So it's been 4 years since I first met gorgeous little Raegan...

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And now here we are at her FIFTH birthday and the beginning of her school career!!


I seriously can't believe how time flies...or how beautiful this child continues to grow from year to year.
This year she wanted to represent her love for the character Omega from Bad Batch a show about Star Wars.
And so it begins..may you always find strong women to emulate my sweet sweet Raegan.

Much love, Roxanne

From the beginning, Raegan has made me work for her attention and I have had no problem with that as she has always been well worth the effort.

From her shy one-year-old self to her shy four-yr-old self she has let her personality shine through. From day one that I had the blessing of knowing Raegan I knew she had two parents that were no longer involved in a relationship with each other per se but were VERY MUCH involved in a relationship with each other as PARENTS to a child they both loved.

Now 3 years later I find myself as a family unit that is no longer cohabitating together but is still readily involved with our own daughter as joint parents in a similar situation. So I am even more appreciative of the vibe her loving, but not together parents, put out. And I hope to continue to give our own daughter the same stable ground of love and support that Nicole and Luke give Raegan.

Four-year-old Raegen is very much independent and secure in the love her family surrounds herself with. She is both shy and brave in her personality and her need to make her demands known. To be honest, I love everything about this child, lol!

I hope to document many years to come with this precious child and her family unit that now is representative of my very own.

Loving you always Raegan... Nancy Roxanne
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It's a Family Thang!

I haven't really been shooting this year as most of my clients know..I've been on hiatus ...but some things are meant to be and such is this family session I did recently. With her mother and brothers coming to Michigan from North Carolina for Mother's Day weekend, daughter Tiffany contacted me for their well planned out photoshoot.
From their perfectly coordinated outfits to the obvious family love they share and the lively high energy they brought to the day I could not have asked for a more fun group.

Mom, Karen and her four children, Erika, Tiffany, Jonathan and David also wanted to make sure they honored dad Darren, a pastor, who passed in 2019 and whose loss is still felt.


Thank you so much to this family for including me while documenting their memories.
It was a blessing to meet you all.

Much love, Nancy Roxanne

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circle' with her body image-- post-hospitalization for an eating disorder and from trauma recovery.
As a college graduation gift to herself, we set about to make her vision come to life.
We wanted to portray not only the dark moments in her life struggling with body dysmorphia but also the moments when she became the best possible version of herself: a fighter, an artist, a writer, a brave and powerful woman.

Thank you Isabelle for sharing your journey with me and allowing me to capture your beautiful images. May you continue on the path to knowing your inner and outer beauty and all the wonders it entails.

Much love,
Nancy Roxanne

The last time I saw Ashley and Prince they were waiting for the arrival of little PJ.
Now a little over 2 years later I met with the now family of 3, to document their lives in their Chicago neighborhood. Shortly after this session, I learned they are about to embark on another major change in their lives--a new move to the suburbs with the purchase of their first house.

What a blessing that we were able to capture the first neighborhood they shared as parents with little PJ!
I am sure this session will always be bittersweet for them as they move on to the next chapter of thier lives.

Much love to this beautiful family as they continue their adventure of life and love.

Nancy Roxanne

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Where words leave off music begins...
Senior Nick Schemerhorn is quite the musician, playing 16 instruments fluidly. 
He is in both band and choir. He also works as a DJ for a local company and is part of the tech/sound group for his church.
Nick has been performing in all the play and musicals at Tri County High School since 7th grade while also a member of the National Honor Society and the go

When his mother sent me all this info I was in awe and still am!

I wish Nick good luck on his Senior year and his musical future but it doesn't sound like he needs any luck at all--he's got it covered!


Nancy Roxanne

Oscar Wilde


Recently I photographed Highland High School Senior, Kaitlyn, a theater aficionado that is even her theater company president. 

She was so much fun and definitely brought her talent for acting to our session.

After high school graduation, Kaitlyn plans on studying physical therapy and vocal performance as she feels healthcare and music go hand and hand, two areas she would like to make a difference.
She definitely has a head start after being in the Varsity choir, taking private vocal lessons, and performing in a professional opera this past winter.

 I wish Kaitlyn all the best and I know her sparkling energetic personality will serve her well in all her future endeavors!

Much love,
Nancy Roxanne






 

Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the Fall.

Maybe 2021 will bring us perfect weather and perfect lives.... but then what fun would that be ;)

Much love to the Yonan's!
Nancy Roxanne






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Two years later and I was photographing their small, socially distanced wedding.

Congratulations and good wishes to Jeremy and Halle as they begin the next chapter of their life together.

Much love, Nancy Roxane

I like listening for them.

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Brie and her sweet wiseness are encased in her beautiful delicate features behind thoughtful eyes.

But there's more.

Brie has LOTS of plans. LOTS.

And I believe she WILL accomplish EVERY ONE OF THEM.

From train hopping in the Netherlands to having a string of coffee shops...
did I mention the degree in Psychology she will begin working on starting this Fall?


Oh, and she might pick up a medical degree along the way. She's undecided.

#GIRLBOSS



Much love and success to wonderful Brie as she continues her fabulous life journey..I say continue, not begin, because I believe this old soul inside the body of a girl poet, has been living life quite full already.

And I would be remiss if I didn't include her years in competitive Cheerleading, Tumbling, and Aeriel arts.
Which definitely explains her ability with fluid movement in her images.

I loved her session! I think you will too.


Nancy Roxanne




Her look definitely went well with the cool urban surroundings.


These next images are inspired by Brie's inherent laid back vibe, her super-stylish boho wardrobe, and her uncanny similarity to that look made popular in the 1970s by beautiful girls with similiar features like Ali McGraw and Sally Fields. I adore it.
From Ali McGraw to a modern Audrey Hepburn.


Like a bird I see Brie soaring ever onward with her intuitive skills leading her along the way.



Carry on beautiful soul. Carry on.
 

Threenager: A person age 3 years old, possessing the attitude and demeanor of a teenager.

Welcome to being 3 sweet gorgeous Raegan!!


I've been your fan since you were 1...then 2...

You definitely are at that age where you KNOW what you want (no to the dress shoes, no to the fairy dress with scratchy material..YES to playing in the water. I don't blame you!!)

I will be your fan Raegan from now to your 18th, ALWAYS.

Love, Nancy Roxanne

Despite this crazy time, I was compelled to meet with Mike and Megan Wadowski at the beginning of May to document their life-changing milestone, their first pregnancy.

Megan and Mike quickly became some of my very favorite clients almost 3 years ago while celebrating their first anniversary.

possible moment, in this case, to a mere 3 weeks before the baby arrived!

When we could wait no longer we met at the beautiful and wild Crosswinds Marsh.
https://www.michigan.org/property/crosswinds-marsh



Megan's red dress especially popped against the beautiful backdrop. I love the images!

 

And then literally before you knew it, on 5.28.20 at 1:58 pm Charles Michael Wadowski, affectionately known as Chip (named for Mike's brother who he lost 8 years ago) made his appearance.
Not only does baby Chip have his uncle watching over him but he also has Megan's mom as a guardian angel. And down the line, Megan and Mike feel they have received confirmation of just that from many angles.


So without further ado..let me formaly introduce Chip Wadowski!







 

– Ralph Waldo Emerson


It seems like literally yesterday that I photographed the wedding of my oldest nephew, Derek (he likes to tease me that he is my favorite!) and his beautiful wife Ashlee.



And now here they are awaiting the arrival of their first child and son.

With a due date of June 1st, Derek's birthday on June 3rd, and Ashlee's on June 5th, this could be interesting!


Ashlee has always had a pet theory that you have the gender baby of your first pet.
When Derek and Ashlee first moved in together they adopted their male cat Thor; Derek said he was stacking the odds in his favor of a son one day!
There you go Derek!!



Derek and Ashlee hope to raise their son to be a brave and kind animal lover like his mama and a funny, athletically inclined, hockey player, like his daddy.

Baby boy Rusin will come into this world surrounded by instant best friends when he joins his cousins ranging in ages from 3 weeks to 6 years.
And his grandmother, my sister Wendy, has been waiting her whole life for this first grandchild moment!
Be prepared to be loved and loved baby boy Rusin!

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Derek and Ashlee had to cancel their baby shower but they were still overwhelmed with beautiful gifts and even did an online opening of their gifts to share with their friends and family.
 

And though so many plans have had to be changed for all of us, I was determined to make sure Derek and Ashlee at least got to have beautiful images of this crazy, and yet still wonderful, time in their lives.


Congratulations to my nephew Derek and his glowing gorgeous wife Ashlee on the upcoming joy their baby boy is sure to bring them.

Much love to them and to my grand-nephew!!
Love, Nancy Roxanne

Marlene Dietrich



When Shahneya sent me a photo of the dress she planned on wearing for her maternity session I immediately knew we had to go with a vintage inspired Hollywood glamour look.
Especially since Shay is just the person to pull off such a look while only 4 weeks away from her due date!

Since February weather is not always the kindest in the Northwest I took our shoot indoors to https://mbgna.umich.edu/matthaei-botanical-gardens/conservatory/.

I loved the way they turned out and the editorial feel we were aiming for really came through.
As it worked out we were also able to photograph outside the conservatory and the browns of the landscape matched perfectly with Shahneya's wardrobe selection.

All in all, a picture-perfect session!

Congratulations to Shahneya on the upcoming birth of her little girl.
May she have all the glamor and beauty of her mother.

Much love, Nancy Roxanne

– Author Unknown

Recently I had the privilege of photographing a most stunning mother to be--Anastasia Tori.   

She and her husband Tim are super excited to welcome their little girl in January. 
If she is half as beautiful as her mother then watch out world. 

My love and best wishes to the Tori family as they await the arrival of their precious baby girl,
Nancy Roxanne







 

Miami Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship.


Congrats to Kellie and her new ministry!

Since our previous session, Kellie and her son Matt have both grown out their hair and Matt has just plain grown!

Much love, Nancy Roxanne





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Three generations, three sons, three grandchildren.

I am always thrilled when tight-knit clans make the time to coordinate everything from multiple schedules to complementary wardrobe options and everything in between, in order to document a slice of time in their lives.
An extended family session not only shows the roots from which you came but also the new branches of your family tree.
It is so true that family is not important, family is everything! So slow down for a moment and get together and document your memories because as cliche as it sounds, tomorrow is not promised and today will never come again.

Thank you so much to the Roe family for trusting me to capture their memories and their happily ever after. You are truly blessed.

Twice the giggles double the fun, Raegan turns 2

Here we are again to celebrate sweet Raegan's birthday!

And she has only grown in beauty and personality since last year.

This year Raegan moves twice as quick and is definitely twice the character! She loves to put on a show for any bystanders while surrounded by love from not only her doting parents Luke and Nicole, but her equally adoring extended family. And what's not to adore?? Raegan is a picture perfect bundle of non stop movement (even with her little pink cast from nursemaid's elbow! Poor baby!)

Thank you to Nicole for including me in yet another precious milestone. It was also a pleasure to meet Raegan's uncle, grandmother and great grandfather this time around!

Happy Birthday Raegan!!

Oscar Wilde

 

And what a beautiful thing when it works out for both!

Who knew a love story would begin in a high school homeroom class, but yet that is where Kimmie and Kelsey's did in 2006 at Milan High School in Milan, Michigan.
Becoming fast friends their relationship would eventually blossom into young love.

And though Kelsey went off to college after graduation, her love for Kimmie brought her back to a local college to finish her nursing degree while Kimmie began his career as a Dynamometer operator and fabricator.

Now ten years of togetherness has led to a day spent surrouded by friends and family who have watched their love grow and florish.

May they find all the blessings they so deserve and may their love forever stay as young and beautiful as only your first true love can be.

Much love, Nancy Roxanne 


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Baby in the City


A couple of weeks ago I met with Imani and Julian as they wait for their February 17th due date of their daughter Juliana Avielle.
And even though they both live in Indianapolis now they still wanted to do their maternity session in Chicago since they both are from the area.

We braved the weather and had a good time despite the city cold! 

Good luck to Imani and Julian as they step into their upcoming roles as parents.
I wish you and your new little family much love in 2019 and beyond.

Nancy Roxanne

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A senior at Okemos High School, Troy runs track and qualified for State last year in the 4 by 1 relay. Troy plans on studying engineering at a local college next year before making a transfer to either Oakland University in Michigan or Morgan State University in Baltimore Maryland.

I am sure the only thing that could possibly eclipse Troy's bright future is his radiant smile. I absolutely loved working with him for that reason and for the fact that he came VERY prepared for his session with a ton of outfits and matching shoes! I cannot stress enough how much I love when Seniors bring a plethora of different wardrobe choices for their session.

Troy's style and natural ability in front of the camera allowed him to rock his session like he was modeling for a catalog!
Good luck to Troy during his Senior year and all my best to him as he continues to make life decisions that will take him on his chosen path.
And may he always appreciate the strong woman he has in his mother, who will be behind him all the way.

Much love, Nancy Roxanne

~Author Unknown

 

I met the Ritchey family on a beautiful day as September came to a close. Their immediate family consisted of mom and dad, Rebecca and James, and their 3 sons--Joshua ,Justin and Jeremy.

And though Rebecca and James did not raise daughters I could tell that they were grateful for the daughters they had gained in their two oldest sons' wives--Katrina and Amanda.
 

The family also welcomed their youngest son Jeremy's new girlfriend Hallie to their session!

You have to absolutely adore a family of adults that still get together for family photos that express their love and close relationship.

May we all take a lesson from the Ritchey family and remember that family ties and bonds are what life is all about and that blood may make you related, but love is what makes you family.
 

Much love, Nancy Roxanne

James and Rebecca-married 27 years

Joshua and Katrina (and pups!)-married 2 years

--Like his father James before him, Joshua is an Army veteran, and Joshua is also a police officer.  Joshua wanted to be sure to get an image of he and his wife Katrina wrapped in the Thin Blue Line American Flag that represents the police force. I think the image is beautiful!
(The black background is in memory of fallen officers, and the blue line represents the barrier law enforcement officers provide between a civilized society and anarchy, as USFlags.com describes it.)--
**Thank you to James and Joshua both for their service in our armed forces!


Justin and Amanda-married 2 and a half years

Jeremy and Hallie-dating 3 months

I have been wanting to get Ashley Kwateng in front of my camera for 10 years. Of course back then she was Ashley McGuire and it was my 35mm film camera.
She and I met while we both attended Columbia College in Chicago, where she lived across the hall from me and was close friends with my favorite roommate ever, Kehinde Sosina (hey Shenelle!).

Time and life got away from us and here we are a decade later. She is now married to her Prince (pun intended) who she has been with for 13 years.
As they patiently wait for their birth of their son (who is sure to be gorgeous, look at these two!) we took a couple of hours to photograph Ashley in all her pregnant glory at the Osaka Garden in Chicago. Joining us from Alabama was Ashley's mom and grandmother.
Both beauty and zest for life runs abundant in this family of strong women.

Congratulations to Ashley and Prince on their upcoming arrival, I know your due date of November 11th cannot come soon enough!
And congrats to me, for finally getting gorgeous Ashley in front of my camera ;)

Much love, Nancy Roxanne

 

Coty became one in holy matrimony.
The wedding was a small and intimate affair held at a church owned by Coty's family in Belleville, Michigan.
Complete with a tomato garden in back it definitely felt cozy and homey.

After the ceremony we headed over to Crosswinds Marsh for some formal portraits.


Together for 3 years, Coty and Stephanie have been a couple after first meeting at their mutual work place.
Stephanie stepped into an instant family as Coty was one of those good men taking care of his 3 children as a single father.

Adorable Jade, Micah and Xavier.

 

I had the pleasure of meeting this great family a year ago for family and engagement photos.
I absolutely love being involved over and over in my clients special events! The privilege never gets old.
Thank you for including me in on another of your special days Stephanie and Coty.
May you have a lifetime of love and happiness and may I share in all your beautiful memories.

Much love, Nancy Roxanne

Life is always better at the beach

I met Vanessa a couple of years ago during her family's Christmas photo session so I was very happy to do a one on one Senior session with her.

Vanessa has just started her final year at Chesterton High School and is looking toward Purdue where she wants to study to become a veterinarian.
Her love of animals led her to bring her two little chihuahua's to her photoshoot which was lots of fun!


I definitley loved photographing Vanessa and getting to know her better;
it was a great session from beginning to end.

Good luck to Vanessa on her Senior year and her future, loving and caring for animals!
I wish you all the best.

Much love, Nancy Roxanne

I first met Chloe 2 years ago when photographing her equally adorable friend Lanie. The first thing I noticed was her head full of curls! I knew then I wanted to photograph Chloe so I put her and Lanie together for a fun session at a laundromat! (Something I had always wanted to do!) Then a few months later I did some head shots for Chloe who definitely has that certain something. 

And now here we are photographing her Senior year images!
My camera never tires of her gorgeous face!
 

 Chloe is entering her Senior year at Country Day School where she has attended since kindergarten. She is unsure of where she plans to attend college but she is considering University of Chicago, University of Michigan and even some schools in New York and Boston!

Good luck to Chloe during her Senior year as she prepares to embark on a new and exciting journey.  May it be as glorious and full as her head of curls :)

Much love,
Nancy Roxanne