Emma Rose came for a visit! | TALLAHASSEE CHILDREN'S PHOTOGRAPHER

What a sweet baby! only two weeks old & as observant as can be! She was wide awake for most of her visit & as happy as could be.  Mommy & Daddy are very fortunate to have such an easy

going & precious little girl.
Here is a photo video of our time together. Enjoy!

Be sure & count your blessings every day!
Tammy

Really enjoyed photographing this sweet family!!| TALLAHASSEE FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY

We had fun down at Railroad Square in the beginning of 

the summer capturing these memories! The kids were awesome and very cooperative!  

What a wonderful family!

~ Tammy

George & Maggi | TALLAHASSEE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

What a precious wedding!  Loved seeing George & Maggi begin a new life
together and two families come together to love & support them!

"....it is not good for man to be alone.  I will make 

a helper suitable for him".

Genesis 2:18

Blessings to you,

Tammy

P.S. a big thank you to my friend, Judy, of Judy D Photography for helping!

Sam & Emily - August 6, 2011 | TALLAHASSEE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Wow!! What a blessing to photograph this wedding!   Seeing the joy shared by these two families was really special!  The pastor shared the best wedding message I've ever had the privilege to hear!  Sam & Emily -  I pray that you have many, many decades of joy & happiness together!

I also want to thank my friend, Judy, of Judy D Photography for giving me a hand!

 I'd love to capture any "moments you want to remember"!

Tammy

A Great way to enjoy your family photos & share with friends and family!!

It's fun to get to spend time with a family while taking photos!  

We had a great time capturing "Moments they want to remember"!

Enjoy making memories with your family today!

Tammy

Emily - NFC - Class of 2012! | TALLAHASSEE SENIOR PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

Had a BLAST with Emily & her sister, Hannah!  Two VERY sweet & beautiful girls!  (Not surprised since I know Mom & Dad..... We go wayyyyy back to a Young Married Sunday School class - BC (Before Children) and even before that for my hubby and their daddy.   

Their puppies were awesome to photograph, too! 

I have no doubt these girls will be used mightily for the Lord!

Blessings to you!
Tammy

LOVED BEING WITH THIS FAMILY | TALLAHASSEE FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY |

What a wonderful family!  Kathy & Kelli were in town for little brother, Jeff's graduation!  I was so happy to hear that their mom wanted to have family portraits made!  It was awesome to witness the love shared by such a sweet family!  I had not been to Railroad Square before and really liked all the wonderful background opportunities!  Here's a peek of the fun we had!

I love helping families capture "moments they want to remember"!!

Every day is precious, enjoy it to the fullest!!
:)  Tammy

Kristen & Luke - Tallahassee Portrait Photographer - Front Porch Farm Photography

What a beautiful couple! Love the way they coordinated their outfits -- perfect for a visit to Front Porch Farm!  They were so much fun to photograph!  

Front Porch Farm Photography..... for moments you want to remember!

:) Tammy

Trent's Family comes to Front Porch Farm

I had a blast photographing this precious family at the farm & in the studio last month.  They are a joy to be with! Trent is once again faced with cancer treatments and his dad wanted pictures before his hair fell out again.  Please pray for all of them as they face this second around of treatments!  

When my hubby, Russell, told Trent to sit in the chair like his dad would and be "the boss", Trent loved it and said he would definitely need a copy of this photo! How precious his dad is to Trent!

Take time to hug those you love!

Tammy

Sweet Brooks - 8 months!

I LOVE photographing this precious baby girl! 

She is so sweet, cooperative and she makes BEAUTIFUL portraits!!

Don't you think she is tutu cute!
:)  Tammy

What a crazy couple of months!

By now you've figured out that I'm not a very regular blogger! 

not because I don't want to, but because life gets in the way!  

2011 has been a crazy year so far..... pneumonia, an arsonist on our property @ Front Porch Farm, and the death of a dear friend by suicide.   I'm hanging on to the fact that God always has a plan!   

Never overlook the opportunity to hug your loved ones!! 

I'm very happy to report that I've been very busy behind the camera!  

I've had a blast taking pictures of beautiful ballerinas, 

and gorgeous girls & guys on their way to their senior prom.  

Could it possibly be 30+ years ago I was in their shoes?  

The dresses are definitely more beautiful these days. 

Loved photographing Lauren & Robert, 

a young couple headed to the chapel this summer,

and my son and his girlfriend on Easter. 

 Thanks for reading! Hope your week is picture perfect!

Blessings,
Tammy

Pneumonia..... [ cough, cough ]

This has been my location of choice since a week ago Saturday.  I guess if I have to be in bed I'm darn lucky to have such a nice place.  I've never [ coughed and coughed]  & slept so much in my entire life!!

I must say that my hubby has been awesome this week!! He has taken care of me, the kids, the dishes, the laundry AND negotiated deals on two of his listings & closed 4 sales.  (He's the broker/owner of Cotton & Company Real Estate, LLC.)  Don't know how I (and the kids) would have survived the week without him!  Except for a trip to the doctor & going to see the last games (I refused to miss them) of the two Upward Basketball teams hubby & I are coaching, I have been in bed.  I am still in bed.  For someone that always has a list a mile long and prides oneself on getting things done, that is hard!! really hard!

On the bright side, it has been great having time between naps to catch up on some things I've been wanting to do.  At the top of the list was taking the time to figure out how to personalize this blog with my own wallpaper, colors, etc.   Originally, I just used one of the template wallpaper provided by blogger. I like the changes I've made - much more comfortable feeling & much more Front Porch Farm-like!  Since I personally do not like watching t.v., (except for my vice of watching the Bachelor or FSU football & basketball), I've had time to read a novel, "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett, and 3/4 of a lighting book, as well as, the manuals of some of my equipment.  I've watched at least 7 awesome DVDs on different photography topics.  So all in all, it has been a great week of learning (while coughing and resting).  It has also been heart warming to see how my children care about me.  Whether it is a 15 second check-in to see how I feel or a call from my oldest, it has been a blessing to me to feel their concern and love.  I am truly blessed by my family.

On a FUN note I wanted to let you know that in the coming weeks I'll be having some ~ Portrait Session GIVEAWAYS~ on our facebook page.  You can jump over there to "like" us so you will be in the know!

May you have a blessed week! Show someone that you care about that you love them!
Tammy

Offering $50 off Primp & Pose Birthday Parties!

Looking for something different for your birthday girl??  Why not try our Primp & Pose Party at the Front Porch Farm Photography studio. For a limited time parties are $50 off.  See our website for more details at Front Porch Farm Photography.

On a personal note....Happy 9th Birthday Tyler!

If you know our story you might want to skip this entry.

This is Tyler Miles Cotton, our youngest son. Today is his 9th birthday!  I consider him a special gift.  After our first two children were born we decided our family was complete so hubby made a trip to the doctor....

Five years later we weren't so sure of that decision.  Brave hubby made another trip back to the doctor.  Two & 1/2 years later with an adoption underway & having just celebrated my 40th,  I made a secret trip to Walmart to buy a 3 pack of pregnancy tests.  And, yes, I used all three ---- just to make sure!

What a blessing this boy is!  He was 8 months old when we went to China to get his almost twin sister, Tayley. She was ten months old.   Thank goodness for "Almost Twins" God's way -  I only gained 50 lbs instead of 100.   We had to give 'the doctor' credit hence the 'Miles' in Tyler's name.  Can't imagine life without him!

I'm a blessed momma!
Tammy

Monkey See Monkey Do! {Tallahassee Children's Photography}

A youngest child never wants to miss out on fun! 

So Tynley decided if Tay was having fun in the Studio, 

she must NEED to be there, too!  

 

She brought one of her "favs", Curious George! She loves her "friends" well!

What a sweet little girl!  

God knew she was just what we needed when He chose her for us. 

 But don't let that innocent look misguide you.  

I know "pigpen" from Charlie Brown must be in her gene pool.  

She can make a mess faster than anyone I know. 

She keeps us on our toes (and knees wiping up the floor) !!

The girls have been taking guitar since the summer. 

 Tynley thought she "needed" an electric guitar.

I caved into the "need" all in the name of a birthday present. 

 It weighs more than her. 

She's learning "Smoke on the Water" (all us old folks know that one).

 Curious George was never far from the action...

I'm thinking we'll use this photo for her CD.  

Although, we might need a few more lessons until we are quite ready for that ..... (but I'll have it ready!)

I'm a blessed momma!

Tammy