Huntsville Lifestyle Family Photographer - Campbell Family

I've said it before, and I'll say again:  I have the best clients (my "people", as I prefer to call them because they're really like family).  When someone gives the Lauren Bee website a good looking over, and then contacts me for a family portrait session, we get to know each other really well, fairly quickly -- and sometimes (okay, I admit almost every single time) within just a few sentences or e-mails bounced back and forth, we're laughing and making jokes and being generally hilarious together (because my people are just that awesome, I'm telling you).

Janet is totally one of those clients.  She's my people.  She's quirky and funny and smart -- and upon meeting her for the first time, I realized, also beautiful.  Know what else she is?  An amazing mom.  I'm a big "heart on sleeve" kind of gal, so I won't beat around the bush:  watching Janet with her boys deeply touched me;  we're talking right to the heart and turning on the waterworks just a smidge.  Her sons adore her!  And it's no surprise why.  She's so laid back and so .... cool.

("Cool" is still a hip word, right?  Right?)

Basically, Janet is the mom every kid wants.  I am not even kidding.

Our lifestyle photography session started out at the most perfect "golden hour" time, where the summer trees were all lit up with dappled fire.  I snapped a few shots of Janet, one or two with her boys, a few of her boys being silly together .... but dang it gets hot in July in Alabama.  So we headed on over to Plamore Lanes in Huntsville -- where I was afforded a rare glimpse of a family done right, a la bowling balls and ketchup-drenched fries that are, apparently, the best fries in the world

I couldn't be more thrilled to now count Janet and her fellas as some of Lauren Bee's own.  Welcome to the family, y'all!

Scott Family -- Huntsville Alabama Documentary Lifestyle Photographer

I am always so amazed -- so humbled -- when a family invites me into their holy space.  To watch their bond be woven before me, to see the life in eyes and witness laughter like sparkles on the air.  This is the most beautiful, most magical thing, and I feel so honored to be allowed to capture it for them, forever, through a Magical Mundane session.

I couldn't have been more thrilled to meet the Scott family.  Genuinely warm and relaxed, I could tell right away that their home was one full of love and laughter, filled as it was with games, casual meals together, and music.  Not only are Lee and Lindsey a most beautiful couple, they clearly parent their daughters with extreme love and care.  Even their handsome puppy, Leo, was a welcome delight, loving on his little girls with protective sweetness -- such a gift to be in the midst of.

Would you like to capture your own family's just as they are, that perfect blend of fierce love and gorgeous joy?  I'd love to create for you a photographic time-capsule, something you can enjoy and look back on, in years come, as a warm and happy memory.  Reach out and we'll plan the perfect time together, to make memories that last through generations.

Falling For The Freyenhagens -- Huntsville & Hampton Cove Alabama Family Lifestyle Photographer

I really love the Freyenhagens -- and you will too, once you peruse through their delightful family photos, taken at Huntsville's own Hayes Nature Preserve in the Owens Crossroads/Hampton Cove area.  Not only are they a crew of fun-loving goofballs, they really, really love each other.  I'm talking tight-knit family love of the supreme kind.  This is a bunch of uber delicious saps, and I wanna stick 'em in my pocket and take them everywhere with me!

Okay, that was a little over the top, I know.  But seriously, this family, y'all.  I mean just look at them smile and laugh and have a wonderful time together!

This little mister is his daddy made over!

The Autumn color in Huntsville, Alabama was absolute perfection!

Leaves hold endless fascination apparently

These two were so much fun -- and clearly smitten with each other.

I'm a sucker for daddy-daughter photographs.

This mommy and son bond.... I can't even take it.  So precious.

Want to book your very own family lifestyle photography session?  I'd love to see you in the Spring -- or Fall!  I'd love to hear from you -- let's plan your very special moment as a family.

Scottsboro & Huntsville AL Fine Art Portrait Photographer - "With Brave Wings She Flies"

Meet Jan: a brave, beautiful woman with a heart for God and for people.  Jan lost her husband a little over a year ago, and as with any loss, the grieving process has been an uphill climb.  But climb she does, and with such strength, reaching out as she does to other widows and souls experiencing unimaginable pain.

Jan requested a celebratory photography session for herself and for her daughter, Maria -- and I was so pleased she came to me.  The lighting was beautiful, the two women were gorgeous, and the Autumn air couldn't have been more perfect, there at the overlook in Section, Alabama.  Mother and daughter talked to me of heart things, shared their ups and downs, and enjoyed the discovery of common interests (traveling to Ireland and India -- and Doctor Who).  In between clicks of my shutter, we spoke of books, of faith, and I believe cake was also mentioned.  I know I had a lovely time photographing these two stunning ladies, and I couldn't be more pleased with the end result:  fine art portraiture highlighting love, light, and a feminine spirit.

Maria's ink is the loveliest thing:  a sweet message in her dad's handwriting.

The love they share was so apparent.  Jan is obviously an amazing mother -- and Maria is a pretty terrific daughter.

Isn't Jan's watercolor tattoo the most gorgeous thing?

"With brave wings, she flies."

Moore Family -- Golden Hour Lifestyle Photography, Madison AL

In the photography world, "Golden Hour" is a term used to denote that most magical of moments, about 30 minutes before sunset or after sunrise.  No, it's not, strictly speaking, a full hour, but that's beside the point.  The point is how beautiful and golden it is at this time.  Skin tones are peachy and warm, eyes dance with light, the air around us takes on a hazy, almost other-worldly feel.  It's the most beautiful time of day.

Now add in something even more magical: the bonds of family and lifetime love and deep, lasting commitment -- and do you know what you have?  You have the True Golden Hour.  This is the most wonderful thing.  And when I'm able to capture all of it -- the light, the love, the pure, sparkling joy -- through the lens of my camera, I swear it's like I've died and gone to heaven.  It's lifestyle photography at it's very best, showcasing the most sublime of human bonds.  Pure happiness, I tell you.