I get so excited to photograph family sessions in great Utah locations. Antelope Island is one of my favorite spots, and this is one of my favorite families!

There is nothing like a Summer day at the beach…

Meet 1 week old Declan…

I was contacted by Hearts Apart to photograph Declan’s newborn session.

HeartsApart.org provides photographs of newborn babies born to military personnel who were serving abroad and were not able to attend the birth due to their military obligations.

“HeartsApart.org was created to keep families connected while our military men and women are serving abroad. Through the efforts of our community’s finest photographers, HeartsApart.org provides our soon to be deployed servicemen and women with pictures of their spouses and children. The photographs are printed on waterproof and durable bi-folded cards, which fit securely in their uniform pocket. HeartsApart.org believes that our military personnel deserve and need the memory of their families to carry them through the difficult times that lie ahead.” ~ www.heartsapart.org

It is an honor to volunteer for Hearts Apart, and I’ve met so many great families!

Such a sweet baby!

Adorable! He was so good during his session…

I love to photograph newborns, and have the excuse to bring out cute props like this owl’s nest!

(www.beautifulphotoprops.com)

Declan, I could snuggle you for days you are so precious!

This little cutie will meet his daddy in person this Fall. Sr. Airman Bielick congratulations on the birth of your son, and thank you for your service! Lynsee, you are one amazing mama of 2 handsome boys… keep up the great work!

This adorable couple is very excited to be having a baby this Fall!

They set up pregnancy progress sessions, and we will be documenting baby growing every two months at this beautiful location until the special delivery!

I am honored to photograph baby’s progress and it will be fun to see the seasons change as baby grows 🙂

This sweet couple is expecting their firstborn soon…

They are so excited and I’m so excited for them! Babies are such a sweet blessing… Congratulations Rick & Gillian!

I am so honored to be a photographer for www.HeartsApart.org.

HeartsApart.org provides soon to be deployed servicemen and women with pictures of their spouses and children at no cost. The photographs are printed on waterproof and durable bi-folded cards, which fit securely in their uniform pocket. HeartsApart.org believes that our military personnel deserve and need the memory of their families to carry them through the difficult times that lie ahead.

This family was just adorable, and we were all laughing when they pulled out the mustaches for some shots – I even wore one behind the camera!

They brought my new favorite prop to get this cute little man laughing… a rubber chicken! I must buy one!

Safe travels Staff Sgt., your adorable family will be so happy to be with you again soon!

I have been photographing this baby since before he was born… starting with his mother’s maternity session. Storm’s birthday party marked the finale of his Ultimate Baby’s 1st Year Package, and it was so fun to photograph his special day!

A relative with a great eye for design decorated for the party, and I was swooning over the cute details and colors!

Mom, Dad, big sister & the birthday boy!

The birthday party was held at the Tracy Aviary, in the historic Chase Mill. Guests were treated to story time, and a chance to feed two cute ducks -Salt & Pepper.

Guests were then given an up close view of owls, hawks and falcons at a private bird show, where a talented McCaw painted a special picture for Storm!

It was time to head back to the Chase Mill for the celebration…

I loved how the cake was decorated like a storm!

and at last… Storm enjoyed eating the frosting and oh yeah… there was cake in there too, lol!

Happy Birthday Storm! Have a wonderful year!

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening,
in the lane, snow is glistening
A beautiful sight,
we’re happy tonight,
walking in a winter wonderland.

I was so happy to hear from this family again this Winter for a family session. Their session last year has some of my favorite images and they are such a sweet family!

These two littles were so good in the cold! Adorable!

This Fall session is a favorite for many reasons… this mama is an amazing Montessori teacher whom my twins adore, they are a super sweet family, and this is one of my favorite locations because of this beautiful tree!

cute, cute couple!

Love this moment…

Sigh… don’t you just love Fall…

Run, whirlwind run
Further and further away
Into the sun

I love these images… the smiles and sun flare make me so happy! Great family = great images every time 😉 This family had relatives in town for Thanksgiving & booked an extended family session.

I love asking couples to give each other a huge squeeze because it always creates big smiles to match!

To help you plan your Fall portrait sessions and Holiday cards…

Kari Sikorski Photography is fully booked for September.
Session dates are available in October and November.

December 1st will be the last available session date of 2013, and KSP will reopen on 1/6/2014 for the new year.

I am excited to wrap up the year with some gorgeous Fall color and snow!