James | July 8, 2008 – February 3, 2009
Carrie and I were deeply touched recently after photographing a very special baby named James. Little James experienced a severe brain injury during birth and was not expected by doctors to live longer than a month. James lived to be almost 7 months old and I truly believe the amount of love he felt during his life was more than most people will feel in an entire lifetime. The tenderness that I saw through my lens as I photographed James in his mommy and daddy’s arms truly took my breath away. Words cannot adequately express the sympathy I feel for his family right now. My hope is that the pictures we captured will serve as a testament to the absolute love James was constantly wrapped in. Baby James, you will remain in a special place in my heart forever.
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the pictures say everything. his parents loved him unconditionally and the photos that capture this love are breathtaking.
no words, just tears …
Brittney-
These pictures are absolutely breathtaking. You and Carrie did such a wonderful job capturing such a poignant moment in this family’s life. Wow. I know these pictures must be amazingly comforting to this family and will be treasured by them forever.
{{{tears}}}
What a beautiful little boy! God Bless him and his family. Gorgeous images that will be cherished forever.
I have started this comment 3 times, searching for the right words. I can’t come up with anything that describes what this post makes me feel. They are blessed to have such amazing pictures that captured their enormous love for this little guy. I am so sad for them, but I am relieved that their little man is in the hands of his Creator. Thank you for this dose of perspective today. You pictures always feed my soul. Kahty
These are so beautiful and touching. I know they will cherish them forever and ever.
Beautiful photos! You can feel the emotion through them.
The second photo took my breath away and brought tears to my eyes!
what a tender story and such tender photos. the last with sand on his feet is so, so sweet.
Beautiful images of a sweet, sweet angel baby. There are no words, but my heart goes out to his family. I’m sure these images will bring them peace and beautiful memories that they will forever cherish.
The capture of his tiny hand on mama’s shoulder brings tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing Baby James’ story and these precious moments.
These photos are SO beautiful and precious. The love is so clear in that top one, what a memory you have helped them keep forever. *tears from me too* I adore the feet in the sand! Did I say precious already?? *more tears*
Great job Britt! My heart melts just looking at these photos.
speechless…
I have no words for these images…just tears. As a mother myself, this just makes my heart ache for this family.
oh my gosh.. love these and those little tiny sandy baby feet
Wow…I am speechless. The second one…took my breath away and then brought me to tears. What an amazing gift you have given them…and I am sure you feel just as blessed by them…and the love you witnessed.
Guys this thread touched the mummy in me…What a wonderful gift to give this family. They will treasure these photographs for the rest of lives documenting their love for their little bloke…
Fee
xxx
So sweet! I just love the sandy feet!
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