Guys, lately I have experienced so many Quinceaneras over the past few months its crazy. Whether I'm working one, or being invited to one, I have been spending a LOT of time hanging around teenagers in formal clothes ;) I had the pleasure of working with Ava and her family over the past month, and when her big day finally came I was super excited for this youg lady!

Ava's Quinceanera started with a Catholic mass at Epiphany of The Lord Catholic Community in Katy, Texas where her and her family are members. It was a beautiful ceremony, where Ava renewed her baptismal promises to God, and made promises in front of her closest family and friends as witnesses to honor herself and her religion.

After the mass took place, we headed to a park close by for some photos! The best part of hanging around teenagers in formal clothes is that they're funny, and don't mind having their picture taken! I love any and everyone who will ham it up for my camera!

(I mean, really y'all. Sometimes you wouldn't believe how many adults just straight up refuse to be in photos. GUYS. Take all the pics! We are only here on this earth for a short time - document your presence!)

After we were finished shooting in the park, the kids headed back to the limo to go ride around for a while, and I headed to the hall to set up and snap some getting ready pictures! Ava and her court arrived about an hour after our session and the party got started! Scroll down to see more photos from Ava's reception, dances and presentations. So honored that I got to be a part of her Quinceanera as her photographer! Happy birthday Ava!