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    I'm so glad you found me and my little corner of the blogosphere! If you didn't catch my name, I am Amy Larson, a newborn, children and family photographer based in Knoxville, TN. My photo blog serves as a sneak peek for clients, a look into my personal life, my travels and other fun tidbits worth sharing.

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    A special thanks to Jamie Weiss of Jamie Weiss Photography for taking photos of me to use on my blog.

Farmhouse Memories // Knoxville Children’s Photographer

During my college years, my favorite subject to study was Art History. I particularly enjoyed renown film photographers, and admired the works of  Dorothea Lange. Her Depression-era documentary images are still to this day my favorite collection. Looking back, I think one reason I enjoyed her work is because it reminded me of visiting my grandmother’s farmhouse. Of course I didn’t appreciate the simplicity of her home, or her vintage decor at the time, but over the years it grew on me. My grandmother has always lived a simple life. She never had the television on for entertainment, nor did she have a conventional heating and air unit or updated lights throughout her home. She was happy to read the paper, go for walks to the barn, line dry her clothes on the clothesline, and go to bed before it was dark outdoors. I will never forget the smell of her gas burning heater or her home cooked meals. As a small girl, I ran in the wide opened fields near her barn. I played with the dolls that belonged to my aunt when she was a girl. All of these memories rush back to me at times as if they happened yesterday. I suppose I have been reminded of these memories over the past couple of months since my family has been cleaning out my grandmother’s house. She and my grandfather accumulated so many wonderful treasures and antiques throughout their marriage. I knew I wanted to photograph a children’s series using her farmhouse and some of the vintage toys that still remained in her home. The toys and props used date back to the late 40′s – late 50′s. Although I know the meaning behind this project is personal, I hope you enjoy this unique series. One that I know I will look back on with fond memories!

I want to say a special thank you to all of the wonderful clients that volunteered their children to be apart of this project! I couldn’t have hand-picked a better group myself. I also want to thank the lovely ladies at Southern Vintage for the one prop my grandmother did not still have but I desperately wanted to use, the bouncy horse.

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LauraMay 21, 2013 - 11:49 pm

This is beautifully done.

Marilyn HallMay 21, 2013 - 4:19 pm

I just wanted to say these are the most beautiful pics I have seen – I love the theme and it reminds me of my childhood. I wish I had thought to do something like this before my grandmothers house was sold and subsequently let go to pieces. All I have are a few pics I recently made in the state that it is in now but I will cherish those.

Leighton // 6 months // Knoxville Baby Photographer

I love this age because babies are discovering the world around them. They love to play with their fingers and toes, and start to smile much more often than in younger months. Leighton has definitely mastered his smile! We had such a fun time moving from room to room throughout his house. I had some help getting those smiles from the entire family, especially from his big sister Lendley. I always enjoy lifestyle sessions, but this one was extra special!

P.S. Even if you are a Vols fan, you must admit that is one cute Dawgs fan!

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ElizabethMay 21, 2013 - 1:52 pm

Eeek, he is just the cutest! Love that smile

Easton // Knoxville Newborn Photographer

Little Easton was 11 weeks old when he came to see me.  He hadn’t quite hit his due date as he was born 12 weeks early. His mommy made a trip from Washington D.C. to visit family and have his sweet newborn portraits captured. He was a dream baby the entire session. Although there were many favorite shots from his session, this is the one I adore most. What a precious little guy!

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sarahMay 23, 2013 - 10:06 pm

I LOVE this picture!

Dexter & Co. // Knoxville Baby Photographer

Mr. Dexter has been with me since he was a newborn. It has been an absolute pleasure to watch him grow and see his personality develop. This session, we included some family shots and I am so glad we did. Dexter has the sweetest parents and their adoration for him shines through! Can’t wait to see this little man again soon.

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BethMay 24, 2013 - 10:59 am

What lovely pictures! They are such a cute family

MarilynMay 24, 2013 - 10:26 am

Great photos! Christina, I love your smile. You look so happy!

Peggy OwensMay 24, 2013 - 10:10 am

My beautiful family…..

LaurenMay 24, 2013 - 9:56 am

Dexter has the most adorable face!!! Such a lovely little family :)

KatMay 24, 2013 - 9:07 am

So cute!!!

Margie PhillipsMay 24, 2013 - 8:32 am

Amazing people and the most adorable baby !

Jenny StinchfieldMay 24, 2013 - 8:11 am

Adorable!!!

Ben DoverMay 24, 2013 - 8:10 am

How did you get them all to sit still? Love it!

Alan RedspanMay 24, 2013 - 8:08 am

What a cute family!

Bill murrayMay 24, 2013 - 8:07 am

This kid has it all!

Shawn CuretonMay 24, 2013 - 4:35 am

It takes a true artist to make me look that good. Haha just kidding but the baby and wife look great! :)

ChristinaMay 24, 2013 - 3:11 am

Thank you so much Amy! I LOVED these shots and both Shawn and I normally hate pictures of ourselves! Hopefully next time Dexter will be a bit more cooperative. :)

Traci FugittMay 24, 2013 - 3:10 am

LOVE this family!!

sylvia deanMay 22, 2013 - 6:42 am

I love this family with all my heart

Carson PrevatteMay 22, 2013 - 12:04 am

The most adorable baby with the most adorable parents ;)

AshleyMay 21, 2013 - 11:05 pm

What an adorable family!

ElizabethMay 21, 2013 - 10:18 pm

What an adorable family!

katie butlerMay 21, 2013 - 10:15 pm

So sweet!!!

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