While most of my photos take place at some of my favorite waterfront and forested locations around Lake Linganore, every once in a while, a change of scenery is needed. It’s exciting to find a new location now and then, especially with a returning client and their family.

For Mindi’s section with her three children, we explored a nearby Christmas tree farm to capture beautiful greenery and backdrops.

Mindi has overcome intense difficulties and battles of strength over the past couple of years and in that time she has never wavered in her incredible ability as a mother to her kiddos. She’s patient, strong, funny and so loving. I love watching her in action as a mother.

During our session, the kids were free to explore, run, jump and, perhaps most fun of all, photobomb one another in glee and fun.

My favorite part, however, might have just been watching Mindi love on her kids and her kids love on her. Their bond is so beautiful and so strong. There were hugs, squeezes, tickles and so many giggles.

It is my hope that you can feel the joy in these images — and this great love, too. Enjoy the peeks!