cleveland photographer

Stonko Family Christmas!

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When I met Mrs. Celia at a Judge Free Mom's event, where we talked all night long, I didn't imagine a new friendship would emerge. Soon i'd be at her kids birthday party and taking their Christmas photos!

The Stonko Family! So thankful for the opportunity to be welcomed into their home and capture their beautiful family. Here are a few of my favorites from the session...

Since Celia originally wanted outdoor winter photos, I let it snow (yes in their living room) to give a fun little element of Christmas winter photos. 

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Merry Christmas Stonko Family, and a blessed new year! 

Amanda 

Keith's 70th birthday, Game of Thrones Party!

I truly enjoy capturing memorable moments, whether its through family portraits, or lifestyle photos, but every once in a while I get invited to do events, where I get to show up to parties and walk around taking pictures. 

Keith's Surprise 70th Birthday, Game of Thrones themed Party was certainly one of my favorite moments this year. The simplicity, yet attention to detail about his favorite show was impressive. I enjoyed capturing his reaction, interaction between friends and family, and all the simply awesome detailed decorations. 

This crown... <3

The cake was a one of the best I've ever seen, the centerpieces were simple yet very fitting, and all the small dragons and and saying from GOT from tied everything together perfectly.

Here are some of my favorite photos of the night. 


Thank you Sullivan Family for allowing me to be a part of this special day and capture lasting memories of such a great celebration. 

-Amanda 

 

Cruz girls, surrounded by Gold!

Capturing these three is one of my favorite things to do. I never know what to expect when looking from behind my 50mm lens. 

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My sister is a great mother to her two beautiful girls. They always keep me laughing, and she works very hard, (third shift to be exact), just to be around for her daughters, and never misses a school event. She loves to mess with the girls and often plays many tricks on them, (which I know they will have their revenge someday, lol), but when I get the opportunity to capture these gals behind the camera, all I see is love! 

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There is nothing like the unconditional love of a mother. 

"The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness". -Honore de Balzac

This past summer I had lots of fun spending time with the Cruz Girls at Maria's Field of Hope in Avon, showing them the field of gold and all that it represents. We enjoyed it so much, that I hope we get to make it a yearly tradition and visit the sunflower field often, creating and capturing beautiful moments. 

Here are some of my favorites from this session! Enjoy!

 

With Love,
Amanda 

 

Baby Kayden Geovanny

Welcome to the world Baby Geo! We are lucky to have you! Your parents are so blessed to raise you and your family is fortunate to have a third generation Santiago male.

I've been lucky enough to capture Baby Geo's birth, and now his newborn photos, which was precious. This handsome little guy slept peacefully while we wrapped him in a nice warm blanket and cute little bowties and with his stuffed animals. My favorite moments were the simple close ups of this cute little newborn and the intimate moments with his parents. What a beautiful family! Here are my favorite photos from this session.

Enjoy!
Amanda