Strong, Beautiful & Brave-Surviving Breast Cancer

"Never let a stumble in the road be the end of the journey".

The month of October recognizes breast cancer in a big way. So many of us have loved ones that have been effected by a form of cancer one way or another and we are reminded of it a lot more than once a year. 

Tonia is a friend I've met since living here in the Albany area. I never knew her pre-cancer. She is an amazing, lovely person with such a beautiful, positive spirit and I wanted to capture that image to celebrate her recovery. She was diagnosed just a little over a year ago, 9 days after her 41st birthday. Like most that receive the news, she was devastated but knew she had to remain positive for her daughter. Thankfully they caught it in the early stages and she has been in the clear for almost a year now. Tonia credits her faith for carrying her through the storm and reminds herself to live life to the fullest and not to sweat the small stuff. I think we all should live that way no matter what. Don't you?

Special thanks to the makeup artist, Heather for her awesome skills!

Here are some of my favorite shots!

 

Tom & Cindy Engaged

I totally LOVE IT when the couples I photograph can get into 

character and just have fun with their "true colors".  

Tom and Cindy have a passion for dance (like we couldn't tell) and it

 was this common interest that first brought these two together. 

As you can see they've got quite the moves!

There is nothing sweeter than being able to dance through life with the one you love!

Honestly, there was never a dull moment during this session full of 

goofyness and laughter so I was glad to capture a few frames 

of them being sweet and somewhat serious. 

Tom is a biology professor and can often be found wading around in ponds 

searching for his next test subject or in this instance his "Princess Frog". 

Cindy, a professional ballet dancer and teacher 

will no doubt show Tom a few dance moves of her own. 

 Congrats to the both of you! I can't wait to be a part of and 

capture your special day!

Julian

Spring is a reminder to us all of new life, vibrant colors, and a sign that warmth is right around the corner. This little dude was the perfect addition to the scene. Happy go lucky and full of energy! This shoot was actually a surprise birthday gift for mom and no doubt she will treasure this sweet little face forever.