H Family Pennsylvania - Better late than never!

I have to apologize. I have been keeping very busy and have been falling behind in my blog posts. But as I always say "Better late than never!"

I visited the H Family in Pennsylvania last weekend. When I arrived, I was greeted by two pups that I'm not convinced were happy to see me and the most adorable little girl - who's smile goes from cheek to cheek.

We got ready for the shoot, in front of Mrs. H's beautifully decorated fireplace. Our first picture was one of the entire family (including the pups). I was prepared for a marathon of picture shooting in order to get the "money" shot - the one where everybody was posed and looking in the right direction! Amazingly - it didn't take very long at all and the family shot is gorgeous!

We also took individuals of little A, little A with Mommy and Daddy, a few of the pups and a few of Mommy and the pups. I have been raving about little A's Christmas dress. I loved it, and it photographed beautifully. Looking at Little A's pictures makes me want to have a little girl. :-)

A note on Little A - she was the most willing 6 month old client EVER! She smiled the entire time - and not a peep out of her and we posed her in about 100 different positions. What a doll!

I have so many favorites from this shoot. Here are a few I pulled. Now I am off to Cincinnati to visit my friend and her 12 month old twins. . . I can't wait for those pictures. . .Be back Monday!

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I can't say I know many people that love dogs as much as I do - but Mrs. H is definitely one of them. She actively volunteers in rescue communities and his hugging one of her rescued pups below. How gorgeous are they?

Santa's little helper. . .
I love this soft shot - do you see what I mean about the dress? Beautiful!
Everybody is looking!! I couldn't believe how easy it was! Great job guys!

This was a last minute shot - just before I left. I

absolutely love it!

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J

I got to J's house bright and early. Apparently J had been practicing his poses before I arrived. He was a little shy at our initial greeting - but his shyness faded quickly. As soon as we got outside - he had a burst of energy and when I say burst, I mean burst. I could hardly keep up with him. We even had a little running race during the shoot. I had a goal of keeping his hair in place for the pictures, which was quite difficult due to the backflips and acrobatic routines he performed :-) J like some many other children I photograph - choose most of his poses. He was a good sport and sat (reluctantly) for a few formal poses as well. I had a blast photographing J this morning. I think I'll be sore tomorrow from the running race though :-) Here is a sneak peek of the session. . .

He was a very serious in this set of pictures, but I like the little smirk here.
Oh no! The hair!!!

I love this picture of J - he looks like a little business man.

This was taken on the ladder of the jungle gym - J's idea - and I love these.

J insisted on pretending he was in jail. . .This is his pose as he tries to break out!

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Little J

Finally, a mild day to take outside pictures. I had the pleasure of meeting little J and her mommy on this beautiful day. Her mom scoped out a great park to take the photos.

Little J was the most pleasant and darling little girl. She greeted me with a smile and seemed delighted to have her photos taken. Not even a peep out her as we dressed her up in the big fluffy Santa Suit (you'll see below). I don't know how I get so lucky to be able to photograph all these gorgeous blue eyed children. Little J is no expection.

We had quite a busy day. As I mentioned, we played a little dress up, we walked around the park for a bit and fed the ducks. Little J's mommy warned me ahead of time that the ducks at this park are not shy and BOY was she right. I had ducks flying (yes flying) out of the water and over my head as I was taking pictures. I don't recall the last time I saw ducks fly - but I can assure you - they are very clumsy in flight. I thought for sure one of them was going to fly right into my head :-)

I started reviewing the photos and I've pulled a few favorites - see below and enjoy! I certainly enjoyed my day with little J and her mom.

I love this pictures. Her eyes are electifying!

She looks very hip in her blue jeans, white jacket and ugg like boots. Those boots are the cutest!
Little J Frosty the SnowGirl!

Look at all the ducks! There's like 50 more to the left of the frame! I hope Little J's mom frames this one in black and white!

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Brady Sneak Peek

I was lucky enough to photograph the adorable son of an old friend this weekend. And when I say old friend - I mean I used to play barbies with her. I must also note, about 8 years ago - after a few too many drinks, Brady's mom performed an unofficial wedding ceremony for me and a guy from our high school (I wasn't even dating him). She proclaimed "I am the Priestess and I feel compelled to marry you guys". She went on to say we'd make beautiful children. We too, had few too many drinks and obliged the Priestess by participating in her ceremony. The rest of the night is a little foggy - but surprisingly 6 years later, an official member of the clergy did marry me to that guy and we do have one cute kid. I often wondered about that night. Did she cast a spell on us during her ceremony?

Well when I met Mr. Brady, I am convinced that her witchcraft spell was also cast on her and her hubby. They too, produced one of the cutest little guys I've ever met. He has the biggest blue eyes, and the most precious little body. I took some close ups of his body parts (feet, ears, etc.) and plan to make a little collage. I can't wait to see how it turns out. His soft wrinkling little skin photographed so well.

Little Brady was not too thrilled about "Picture Day" - but he did hang in there long enough to get some really cute shots. I really enjoyed photographing this precious little guy - not only because he is too cute, but he reminded me of the past years with my son - especially "Splash Fest" :-)

I also have to give a shout out to Ms. JP Cuddles - who was more than eager to pose for us on her own terms.

Here is a sneak peek of Brady and the rest of the family. . .

The little guy was snacking on his hand. He looks so happy behind those fingers.

He looks so peaceful in this photo.
I think he looks so cute (but a bit skeptical) here.

I think this is such a beautiful picture of mom and baby.
JP Cuddles Posing for us!
The beautiful family.

Owen Sneak Peek

Happy Thanksgiving! We spent the holiday weekend with our families in Pennsylvania. Thanksgiving evening, my sister in -law, brother in-law and new little nephew arrived so we decided to do a little photo shoot. Little Owen was such a cooperative subject - he even sprinkled on the pee pad I gave him for the nudie shots! - as if he knew what it was for. I am browsing through the pictures now and have a bunch of favorites - a few of which I am posting here. Hopefully I can get the rest of them digitally developed quickly - cause I'm sure my sister in-law needs them for Christmas cards. Don't worry Alyson - I'll work quickly. Here is the sneak peek. . .

Can you say "Blue Eyes"?

Look at those little biceps flexing as he pushes his head up to say "cheese" to Aunt Kristen

As if he is saying "oooooohhhhh"! I love the red vest in these pictures.Trust me when I say he is the spitting image of his father. I have titled this photo "Mini Sylvo"

Can you say baby model? I feel like this should be a baby powder ad - his butt looks so soft!

Smiling like a good little boy!
I used little Owen as a guinea pig - We threw him in a bucket of filling and the pictures came out so cute!

I had to throw this one in there - We tried to get the cousins to take a shot together - My darling little Charlie wasn't being too cooperative and before we could get Owen into a more comfortable position - Charlie threw in the towel.

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The K Family NJ Botanical Gardens - Sneak Peek

I met the lovely K Family at the NJ Botanical Gardens on another Chilly November day. I think we had our session rescheduled twice - (once due to rain and another time due to sickness) - so we were a little weary about how little C would handle the cold. Picture taking was definitely not on her agenda that day, but I don't think it was the cold that bothered her. I am convinced she was not a big fan of crazy lady with the camera. . .(everytime I got near her she burst into tears which broke my heart). I resorted to taking most of the pictures far away from her - not speaking and while in the arms of Mommy or Daddy. Thank god for Photoshop - I'm sure the K family is still going to get a ton of great shots to use for Holiday cards or framing. Here is a sneak peek - I am going to dedicate my time to finishing these after I eat my Thanksgiving turkey.

I love this set of pictures. She looks like a little snowbaby.
This family is gorgeous - and again those eyes on C. They pop out even from far away!Happy Thanksgiving!

The B Family - Sneak Peek

It was another chilly November Day when I met the B Family at the NJ State Botanical Gardens (one of my favorite locations to take pictures).

This family was so friendly and relaxed - they were so easy to work with. The girls were excited for their photographs and even participated in picking out poses and locations to shoot. I just love when the kids pick the spots they want their pictures taken - it results in natural and fun poses and are usually some the best shots (you'll see below).

This family is just beautiful. The eyes on the two young girls just sparkle in all of the photographs. I absolutely love the poinsettia headbands.

Thank you B Family for being such troopers on this chilly November day.

How cute are these girls? How cute are those headbands?

She picked out this spot! What a beautiful Family!
This looks like it should be an advertisement in a magazine. These girls should be actresses. You can hardly tell it's 30 degrees outside and that they are shivering!

The K Family - Sneak Peek

When I arrived at the K Family's house, I was greeted with the warmest welcome I have ever received. Mrs. K immediately introduced me to her gorgeous family (you'll see what I mean) and showed me around her BEAUTIFUL home! There were so many crisp clean white walls in their home, I could have taken the pictures anywhere.

I believe plans were in place to watch the American Music Awards that evening so I don't think family portraits were on the top of the kids "To Do" list; however, they were certainly good sports. I definitely have never witnessed so much laughing during a photography session.

I adored this cheerful, easy going, country music loving family. I was even more impressed when I learned that Mrs. K has also started a remarkable and unique home business.

As I am going through the pictures, I have decided that the K Family missed their calling as magazine models. They look the All American Family - I think you'll agree.

Here are couple photos I am pulling for a sneek peak.

All American Family - Magazine Cover? I think so!

Look how gorgeous they are!

Casual Family Shot on Brown Leather Chairs - This looks good in black and white too!
Brother and Sister - Very Photogenic!

The H Family - Sneak Peek

I couldn't of dreamed up a better spot to take pictures than the home of the H Family. The children's rooms were beautifully painted which made for gorgeous shots. The windows in the living room provided a beautiful ambient lighted background.

The subjects of my shoot, M and M couldn't have been cuter. The littlest M was the youngest baby I have ever photographed and boy did I get lucky. Wide eyed and extremely alert, he was content in any position he was placed. Although we had some great visions for Big Sister M's individual photographs, she had her own ideas, and to her credit -her poses were great.

I took a quick glance at the pictures tonight as they were uploading, and I pulled a few of them for the sneak peek. I have so many favorites from this shoot, I wish I had time to post them all. Here are just a few.

I love his newborn wrinkly skin!

Those big eyes are stunning!

This may be my favorite artsy shot ever!

Could she be any cuter? I love the red outfit against the purple background and flowers! What an awesome contrast!

All bundled up outside in her playhouse.

The W Family - Sneak Peek

It was definitely a chilly November day in Ridgewood, NJ, but M was a trooper and still wanted to go outside and play in the leaves. While she played outside, we took some action shots and a few poses with Mommy, Daddy and Aunt Alla (spelling?). After about 20 minutes, the cold got the best of us, and we decided to finish the shoot inside. What a beautiful family and I must comment, M is the most polite little girl I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. I have a packed schedule for tomorrow, so I decided to post some a few of my favorites so the Wishnew Family could get a sneak preview. I hope to have the finished gallery ready to view by Monday.

Love Love Love this! She is laying on her Mommy's leg and resting her head on her Uggs! This is another favorite! The color version is beautiful too!

M spent a lot of time baking cakes for her family and friends.

Family Photo in Front of House - Great idea by Aunt Alla!

What a Beautiful Family!
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