She is seventeen years old. Young. Gorgeous. Full of hopes and dreams. She loves to smile, laugh and pose for the camera. She is a Senior Girl. She is Melanie.

Taking advantage of a beautiful family vacation in the Turks and Caicos, mom Beth booked a family portrait session on the beach, reserving a special spot for her precious daughter. I had a blast taking Melanie’s pictures, as well as the family’s, but above all, I was enchanted by the strong love that this family share – truly special.

A teenager world is mysterious, contradictory, fun always different

 I love to capture the different expressions, poses and attitudes

 Blue eyes and strawberry blond hair – wow!

 Let’s meet Mark: Melanie’s baby brother

 It’s family time at Leeward Beach

 I should stop it here… but I HAVE to post one more shot of Melanie, simply to wish her a wonderful senior year