March 2017 - Life by Aniya

Cherry Tree Hill, Cattlewash Barbados Session: One Awesome Crew

I could see the love in this family. It was as obvious as it was fun, free and completely unconditional. There was a special bond between every member of this family, and whats more, something special between the kids and their partners. The parents drove with me along the beautiful East Coast of Barbados from Cherry Tree Hill to the moody, secluded shores of Cattlewash. We talked about life, love and travels.. They were seriously good people.

East Coast Barbados Engagement Session: Gemma and Andrew

There was something special about her when we chatting on the phone about her wedding. She had a genuine happiness to her, and I knew we would spend all our time together smiling. And then I met Andrew and it was confirmed - they were the cutest couple EVER! We made our way from St. Nicholas Abbey to Cherry Tree Hill, and then finished up at Codrington College. We laughed from beginning to end, and I can safely say, I'm pretty much addicted to these two. I cannot wait for their wedding in August!

The Duck Pond Barbados One Hour Family Photo Session: The Archer Family

She was a bridesmaid at a wedding I had photographed, and in the limo ride to the ceremony, we chatted photography. She had the most glorious smile, and I said to myself while talking to her, I would LOVE to photograph this girl.

St. John Barbados One Hour Documentary Family Photo Session: The Kissoon Family

There is not enough good that I can say about this family. We met for coffee and talked about her session, her twins, her dad who recently passed away, and everything else in between. She mirrored my why: she knew how precious it was to make photos of these fleeting moments. We understood each other in a way that was rare.

East Coast Barbados One Hour Documentary Family Photo Session: The Byrne Family

When we met on skype, there was such a warmth radiating from my screen.. They way she talk about her family, her kids, her husband, it was full of love and adoration. When we met on the beach with their beautiful furry, I immediately fell in love with all of them.

Cattlewash Barbados, One Hour Documentary Photo Session: The Brown Family

They were leaving the island for Pakistan in a matter of days. They realized that after living here for four years, they hadn't one family photo on this rock. I managed to juggle things around and got them in.

Cattlewash Barbados One Hour Documentary Family Photography Session: The Tabolt Family

The skype phone was ringing and as soon as it said "connected", there was a huge smile on the other end. Erin had the most infectious grins I had ever seen. I spoke to her and her mom as we discussed their documentary session during their vacation here in Barbados. One thing that they emphasized, was their love for dancing. I don't think I could have been happier when I read this (coming from a girl who has "dance like no one is watching tattooed on her arm!).

Cin Cin by the Sea Restaurant Barbados Wedding: Lorena and Gerren

It was a family full of love. The wedding of these two beautiful souls brought together their closest family and friends at the Cin Cin by the Sea Restaurant in Barbados. The walks down memory lane and the declarations of love and devotion were incredible. Mom at one point, not realizing her strength, called for a toast. As her knife touched the glass, it broke! A loud thunder of laughter erupted, and then the party got started!

Southern Palms Hotel Barbados Wedding: Lucy and Andrew

I walked into their room and was met with gals having a beer, and I instantly knew - they were awesome people. After this beautiful bride got into her rose pink wedding dress, she sat down putting on her shoes, and there was a knock at the door. In walked her groom, and I had a bit of a panic. Everyone laughed, "we've decided to walk down the aisle together!" AWESOME!!