sophie + the downtown library = m a g i c {nashville children’s photographer}

Magic. Magic, magic, m a g i c. That’s the word that kept floating around in my head while I was snapping away the evening I met up with Sophie – and her adoring parents, Matt & Emily - at the Downtown Nashville Public Library. What an incredible, inspiring place to shoot -  the perfect location to photograph a little girl who already, at just six months old, loves books. Let’s just say that she comes by it honestly!

I absolutely, positively and completely adore this family. Being with them feels like being with my own family, so it’s always laid back and fun. Lots and lots of laughter and smiles this time around - and more laughter, and more laughter … so much laughter, in fact, I am shocked that they didn’t shoo us right out of the library! But seriously – once you see the expressions and poses we were getting out of Miss Sophie Brown, I am willing to bet you’ll be smiling and laughing, too!

At one point during our time together, Matt & Emily put on quite the puppet show. Sophie was completely engrossed in their antics, just as they are both completely engrossed in her. What a delight to watch! And thanks to that puppet show, we got my very favorite shot of the day – the 4th image below. Are you kidding me?

Now let’s discuss these next two images, shall we? Emily brought along this precious (and oh, so appropriate!) book that was a gift from a good friend. It was hilarious watching Sophie try and hold it up since it’s nearly as big as she is! And that expression on the right? Totally Sophie – I do believe I had tears streaming down my face at that point, I was laughing so hard!

Oh my, what fun can be had at the library! Of course, this sweet family would be fun standing in a cardboard box! And if you can’t get enough of sweet Sophie and her parents, you can see more of them here – when Sophie was still a bun in the oven, a newborn and three months old. It’s almost too much sweetness to take in! BUT – just in case it’s not enough for you – you really, really, really must check out Emily’s website, little e studio! Sophie’s mom is a gifted artist  and her mixed-media paintings are incredible. Each piece she creates is so full of love and passion – So please be sure and check her out. And treat yourself to a painting by a local artist!!

Emily, as always, I was honored to photograph Sophie for you. I hope you enjoy this little sneak peek and I’ll have the rest ready for you soon!