Lindsay Lee Photography

Just prior to the start of the new year, I stumbled upon a metaphoric quote about bees that resonated with me so deeply that I wrote it down to be the focal point of my year that I can come back to to ground myself:

“The bees aren’t going to go away, but they are going to change with you. Sometimes, they will be chaotic. Sometimes, they will rest. Sometimes, they will give you sweet honey, and sometimes they will remind you of how much love can sting, but if you can find a home within yourself and make peace with your bees, you will be alight.” Whitney Hanson 🐝

This quote resonates with me so deeply because my life has been a whirlwind of challenges, repeatedly turning everything upside down and inside out. Along this journey, I unintentionally carry the weight of past experiences, akin to buzzing “bees”, stirring up chaos and pain. Despite these challenges, I am determined not to let them hinder me. I know that to move forward, I must find peace with my past. This morning, as I picked up my camera without a specific aim, serendipity struck. In my front yard, I discovered small flowers with bees buzzing around. Capturing these moments allowed me to appreciate the beauty of these miraculous creatures and, in turn, make some peace with my past. Grateful for the unexpected opportunity the universe provided.

Ashton says "More peace AND silliness!" 😄 (Swipe to see the many faces of my goofball boy 🤪)

“Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea, drink the wild air.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

“You’re only here for a short visit. Don’t hurry, don’t worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way.” Walter Hagen

When life feels chaotic and out of control and nothing seems certain, I remind myself that the one thing that is in my power in any given situation is my reaction. Breathe. It may feel overwhelming, uncertain, and even scary at times, but I have more power, strength, and knowledge than I often give myself credit for. I remind myself to stay grounded in who I am and what I am capable of, and I remember that I can get through anything I put my mind to. The goal is to maintain the calm, even in the chaos.

The magic of bubbles and the smiles they bring out 🤩

"Mom, if you have thirty dollars, we can buy a rocketship and go to face (how he says "space"). But, we don't have facesuits!" Ah, if only I had that thirty dollar rocketship! I just love the imagination of my little space traveler 🚀. This rocketship fun was from our recent trip to our local science and nature museum.

I dusted off my yesterday to capture some cowboy boot wearing, bike riding, golden hour fun with this amazing boy of mine ☀️🚲🤩

Photographing the magic ✨

A tender moment with my son and one of our sweet little kittens 😻.

We are smitten with kittens over here! 😻 This is our second time fostering a litter of kittens and their mama with the Suncoast Humane Society, and we're loving every moment of it! And really, what's not to love!? We get to play with kittens all day! No complaints here 😸.

☆Casting call!☆ I have teamed up with the talented Ed from Mevideography, and we are now offering film/photography hybrid family sessions! We are currently seeking a down to earth family with at least 2 children to spend time together while we film and photograph your special moments. In return, you will receive a complimentary family film and digital photographs from our time together. Please send all inquires (along with number of family members, ages of children, and some fun things your family enjoys doing together) to [email protected] or message me here on Facebook for more information on this one time free session offer!

“She was like the moon… a part of her is always hidden.” 🌙

Cocooning 🐛

"You do not just wake up and become the butterfly. Growth is a process." Rupi Kaur

Born together, friends forever ❤️❤️

I planted this mango tree as a sapling when he was first born, and now it towers over all of us and he's climbing its branches seeing just how high he can go 🌳☺️

"For those determined to fly, having no wings is just a little detail." Jane Lee Logan

"It's a wondrous thing how the wild claims the child." 🍂

Dirty feet and happy hearts 🦶❤️

Happy fall (even though we live in the land of palm trees, flip flops, and endless summer!) 🌴☀️🌈

With COVID-19, it feels like our lives have all been turned upside down. With careful consideration (and a strong desire to see my clients again!), I am now offering socially distanced outdoor sessions at this time. With both mini and full session rates, there is something for every budget. Don't let your special moments slip by undocumented - contact me at [email protected] or though my website www.lindsayleephotography.com to book your story session today!

Home Family Photographer Serving the Sarasota Area

Soaking up summer! 😆

The wobbly, new walker toddler stage 😍

I bet you can't tell which one is my mischief maker 😉😆

If we could all see the world through the eyes of a child, we would see the magic in everything... 🌈✨

Brotherly symmetry 🙂🙃

Chicken staring contest 😆🐥

"Life is a journey, not a desination." Ralph Waldo Emerson 🌳

"In all this world there is nothing so beautiful as a happy child." L. Frank Baum 😊

Happiness comes in waves 🌊😄