Ava.

While Ava still has a couple weeks before officially being a senior, it was good timing to shoot her while I was already in Tampa!

Typically you can’t reach hanging umbrella displays but when you’re 6′, you can!!

Gorgeous, lady.

I showed her this in the beginning and she was like, “ok wow, ok!” 🙂

Be weird yourself, Ava!

The double bird annnnd upside down? The rules are always, if it’s playful and both hands, I’ll allow it. This generation has completely changed the vibe of the middle finger and cussing and I’m ok with it. Words are just words and if it relieves your stress and expresses your excitement or passion, why not be open and honest about how you feel? Sometimes we can’t find the words and yelling an expletive just feels way better. 😉

The sun was setting fast and we were not even half way done! Had to grab the light, even if it meant stopping street traffic for a hot second. :0

She gets it from her Mama. <3

Absolutely stunninnnnnng.

Love it. AHAHAH.

A whole outdoor restaurant terrace was facing her, she didn’t care one bit! Brave!

I told her to pose like a boss. Apparently she’s wondering how much longer her employees lunch break is going to last. HHAAHA.

<3

She was so sweet constantly complimenting every passer by in some way. There was a full group of people trying to stay out of our way as she busy telling them how much she likes their accessories.

Really nailed that “ew mom, stop” expression here. I know it well in my house. :-0

So glad we got to do this, Ava! You did absolutely wonderful, which I fully expected. Have a wonderful senior year enjoying all that nausea inducing chemistry and those science formulas you love. (Insert my gagging noises) You’re so intelligent, can’t wait to see whats next! You got this! Heart, Melanie