I’m still having a hard time believing this beautiful young lady is graduating this year… (although I’m imagining her mom is having an even harder time!!). It’s only by God’s good grace that we’ve seen her grow up from a little tyke (who I babysat until my sister stole the job, not that I’m bitter or anything) into a lovely young woman who is beautiful not only on the outside, but also on the inside. She is the oldest sister to 7 younger sibs (you might remember her adorable little brother’s newborn pics not too long ago!), and what a fabulous role model she is!
I was so honored and excited to do senior pics for you Es, thank you for asking! May God bless you as you enter into the world of “adulthood”, and I hope the transition is smooth all around. Hopefully you’re having a killer time in Washington, DC right now – and that you have internet so you can see your sneak peak
We didn’t have to go far for these pics – the majority of them were taken right on her parent’s property!




I’ve always been so afraid of the sun – but told myself for this shoot… “It’s sunny out – just embrace it!”. So, I did. I think it worked. Did it?

*whistle, whistle* Now that’s what i call rockin’ the little black dress.

And a few in the grad dress… isn’t that back gorgeous?!

Stay tuned – sneak peak from Keith and Molly’s wedding to come soon!



what a great idea – grad pictures! I really do like the third shot – beautiful. Good job with the sunshine, I think you did a fabulous job – she sure is pretty!
Amazing pictures, Lyss! Esther is one gorgeous lady…inside and out! We’re so proud of her!
wow, she’s gorgeous! congrats!
Wwesome shoot! the sun is definitely working for you!!! Yay for challenging yourself and going for it.
She is so pretty! Great pictures!!
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