Watching families grow through various stages of life is one of my favorite parts of being a photographer.

I have photographed this family's engagement session, wedding, maternity, family, and newborn photos, and now I finally got to meet their sweet and adorable 6 month old! She was happy and calm the entire session and absolutely pleasant to work with, and her sister is so full of joy and energy and just beautiful. There couldn't be a sweeter family.

Another Share Six Blog Circle to share this month, and I was honored to choose the theme. Thinking of my favorite images, I am truly drawn to the ones where it's a seemingly quiet moment between two or a few people. My favorite moments with my husband, our daughters or even our dog Mademoiselle Foo Foo made me think of one word: {connection}. During those brief moments, we understand each other, and we can talk or not talk or just hug or hold hands, and you can feel totally in sync and comfortable. My daughters share a very special connection through their sisterly bond, and thank heavens they love to be together. The older one is always hugging or holding hands with the baby (who is now wanting to earn her independence and often pushes Big Sis away, but sometimes gives in to the cuddles and baby talk).

But connection isn't just a word that can be used with family members. There is a connection  with other human beings, even people we don't know, with nature, with animals, with hobbies and characters in books, between a photographer and client. Connections can be made with an idea, an understanding, linking once concept to another. Connections can symbolize the link between cause and effect. I find that when there is a strong connection in an image, it tugs the heart a little more and gives a glimpse into a secret moment.

I have joined a group of photographers, Share Six, who will be blogging 6 images each month. Each month is a different theme. Please click here to see work from the talented Ceri Herd of Ceri Herd Photography's interpretation of this month's theme.

Join us for this month’s theme by posting your {CONNECTION} images on our Facebook page at Share Six and to our Instagram gallery by tagging #sharesix and #sharesix_connection. A new theme will come out on May 6th.