Austin Maternity Photography | Mama Lauren

This Austin maternity photography session was the perfect way to celebrate just before Valentine’s Day! The growing bond between a mom and her expected child is really special. My body did not always agree with pregnancy. I experienced morning/afternoon/night sickness for 13 weeks both times. But I did love all the cute outfits that came with dressing my bump trimester two onward. Lauren opted for a whimsical look, clad in a fitted white dress with a train, and a flower crown that complemented the field in which we shot. I’m so glad we didn’t let a gloomy day get in the way of photos. The moody shots were a fun departure from my normal magical, sun-filled shots.

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Interiano Family || Austin Family Photography

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There are no accidents, my mom always said. This couldn’t be more true when it comes to this special family’s presence in my life. We met the Interiano family five years ago in the airport – just a chance encounter whilst trying to placate wild kids internationally bound. Hi and bye, one would think. However after returning home to Austin we began seeing the Interianos, who have similarly-aged kids, in all of the usual Westlake hot spots. We joked that we would have to stop these accidental encounters and finally meet on purpose – so we did!

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The Interianos and my family share not only travel and extracurricular habits, but also a heartfelt passion for the Dell Children’s Hospital charity fund. This Austin family photography shoot was for the family’s annual Christmas card, and its images will also fill the Interiano’s generously donated page in the 2018 Dell Miracle Book. True to form, on the day of the shoot Dad was just returning from a long international trip. Thus I expected that Mom and Dad both might be a little (or a lot!) exhausted. But that wasn’t the family that greeted me early, bright, spry, and full of joyful energy! They surprised me once again.

 

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Aynsley is a mama with impeccable taste in everything, with her wardrobe choices beautifully reflecting her keen eye. However last year’s incredible guayabera she had planned for her boys was unceremoniously kiboshed when her little mister refused to photograph in anything but his beloved UT football jersey. Oh, the best laid plans! (We feel your pain, Mom.) This year he complied however and was the very pink of perfection. (Shoes are overrated, by the way, when you are this stinking cute.) The little ladies couldn’t wear their girly glee more gorgeously, relishing in Mom’s talent for garb.

 

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As we are the traveling kind, we have shot all over Austin in past sessions. But when we arrived at this charming, restored home it was the ultimate for her magnificent mobile tribe. The day was delightful and the subjects were stunning; it was the kind of shoot you look back on as an all-time favorite. Every time I tried to put my camera away another superb snapshot surfaced.  And so we kept snapping!

 

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Proudly I claim the advantage of knowing these sweet little souls well enough to hone in on their truest essence, as I know their doting parents most want to capture them. Like the shoot itself, brimming with surprises, unexpected surprises, and fateful finds, so is this treasured friendship with the Interianos. We were meant to share our families in this blessed life together. And my mom was right- there are no accidents indeed.

 

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The Aghamalians || Austin Family Photography

It was amazing to see so many fellow supporters of the Dell Children’s Hospital at their recent fundraising gala! If you inquired about a photo session for your Dell Miracle Book Page, there is still time! Contact z@ziemphotography.com or 850.319.4591 for availability. austin family photography aghamalian

 

It’s gala season here in Austin, with several special organizations near to my heart holding their annual fundraiser events. The mood feels festive, renewed by a sense of recharge and rest in January. Our collective gaze shifts to the horizon of possibilities of a new year.  Though January finds us back to work and routines, we are also stepping back onto the dancefloor. While we pick up our music again we’re sitting down at the drawing board of our lives- accounting for successes of the year gone by in order craft a new year for those we love better than ever.

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In every community there are a few folks that seem to master the coveted balance of extraordinary achievement equaled by their ability to relish the joy that their accomplishments curate. Work hard, play hard, and look great doing it. The Aghamalian family are such folks. austin family photography aghamalian

 

If you live in the Westlake area as I do, you know of the Aghamalians. Mom is an avid community volunteer, advocate, and real life superheroine, earning a much-deserved finalist spot on the Westlake Chamber of Commerce short list for Westlake Hero of the Year.  She is an incredibly devoted supporter of the Dell Children’s Hospital, donating page in the Miracle Book this year. Dad is a musician, imparting his passions to his daughter Juliet whose sparkly personality seems destined for music video greatness.  With her effervescent energy big sister Juliet enthusiastically ensures quality entertainment for her little brother and sister, who are twins.

 

 

This is my second year to work with this sweet family, shooting this time on possibly the coldest day of November. This mom knows her family, and treasures both sides of them. She chose a gorgeous formal ensemble first, then changed into a casual set for the remainder of the shoot.  It was a perfect mix and metaphor for this accomplished, fun-loving family. This is a dedicated, darling dad, whose pride permeated my lens.  Though the temps were low, spirits were high. The incredible love that my camera recorded radiating between this close, joyful family absolutely melted my heart on this chilly day. austin family photography aghamalian

 

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This gala season comes full circle for me personally as well as for organizations I champion. It is a joy seeing seeds of goodwill sprout. Through these events I absorb the value in celebrating how far we have come in order to set new goals.  The Aghamalian family epitomizes the sweet spot between hard work and devotion to their passions, and cherishing the rewards that their diligence reaps.  I cherish their friendship and can’t wait to watch them soar this year.
 
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The H Family || Dell Children’s Miracle Book || Family Photography Austin TX

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The role of a photographer is a unique one. We are creating a record of life itself – the closest we have to a pause button for the ever-rolling movie of which we, and those we love, are the starring cast.  If we are scientific about the process, we trigger our photographic device to create an arrangement of bits and bytes that are stored onto a memory stick. These tiny electronic connections make an image. With one click of a delete button, these connections can be undone. But we photographers know that bits and bytes don’t make an image meaningful. The beautiful souls we are recording as they live their lives on purpose, is what makes an image – and my job – so meaningful.

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This is never more apparent to me than when I am fortunate enough to record families who share my passions, especially my passion for supporting children’s charities. Over the past three years, I have found immense joy in photographing families who support the Dell Children’s Hospital here in Austin. These special families have purchased a page for a patient, donate, or otherwise made the Dell Children’s Miracle Book possible. I am honored to contribute again to this incredible cause, and to see these amazing families published in the Spring of 2018.
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The H family is one of my special “Dell families”, and their huge heart shines through their own four children. We have enjoyed whimsical fun with this gorgeous group, even shooting them in their element on the trampoline, springing about in florals that were nearly fragrant on that hot fall day last year in the family’s backyard. Carter was just an wee one then, his eyes filled with wonder as he gazed at his watchful big sisters.
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Twins Maddie and Paige have grown up already so much since our last session, now gleeful Kindergarteners. Kate’s smile sprang this year, as her innate sweetness graced my lucky lens. The girls have changed, but thank goodness their trademark bows are still en vogue this year! Carter is embracing a big boy essence, but that baby face and kissable cheeks will surely remain for a long time to come!
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Heidi is a busy, amazing mom from whom I am so fortunate to have received blessings and treasured trust to choose our location and setting this year. She opted for more wintry attire – an absolutely precious, preppy suite of monogrammed dainty dresses and undeniably boyish jumper – as the winter was quickly approaching.  The flower Carter clutches was one of many his kindhearted sister Maddie shared, and is a reminder of the passing season of bloom, with his sisters’ hugs embellishing the love that this group would carry into the holidays with them. Corralling this quad of kiddos was perfection – they were free to frolic in their own harmony as siblings, in nature, and in their sweet and irreplaceable spot in life.

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The richness of the hues that evening, from their clothes to the stunning sun setting on the day and on the year, reflect the feeling in my full heart that what we captured here in bits and bytes is a family living their lives on purpose.
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The Powells

As the year 2017 came to a close I found myself truly embracing the reality of the irreplaceable privilege I’m afforded in capturing my families’ moments.  My recent Austin family photography session with the Powells perfectly reflected the necessity for being present in our lives, both personally and professionally. family photographer in Austin

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