Catherine & Dean

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I'm so smitten by this family session.   Not only are Catherine, Dean and little Franco so photogenic but their Victorian home has so much character that I wish I had an extra few hours to capture every room.  But, then again, if I stayed any longer, I may not be able to leave.  Here are some of my favorite photos from this session.  Till next time, Ngoc. 

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