05/31/2026
Okay! Time to talk about two very special grads.
I’ll save the really sappy mom stuff for another post. For now, let’s talk about how much fun this shoot was.
These two are just so good together. They make each other laugh, genuinely enjoy spending time together, and treat each other with so much kindness and respect. As a mom, it’s pretty amazing to witness. (Wait... am I getting sappy already? Okay, I'll stop. 😆)
When we were planning their grad photos, Reuben said, "We have to get some photos playing pool." It's something they love doing together—and it might be one of the few things they actually argue about... who's the better player!!! (I think it's Ainsley!)
Since we were headed down to the ranch near Longview afterward, we thought the epic would be the perfect place to start the evening off. They've played there a few times, and with a quick phone call, the hotel graciously allowed us to use their incredible space for part of the shoot.
One of my favourite parts? My dad came along to the bar with us. Three generations hanging out together made the evening even more special! Thanks for coming Dad!
This session felt completely like Reuben and Ainsley— chilling, laughing, and doing one of the things they genuinely love doing together.
(And notice what I did with the pool ball numbers?!?!? I thought of that one about 2 in the morning the night before. Quite proud of myself there)
And oh my... just wait until you see the photos from the ranch...