The Doering Family

I have met more & more great families this past year. This group was no exception! When Mom first contacted me she wanted to do a sibling shoot along with their two four legged friends. I was totally up for the challenge - 3 kids under the age of 10 and 2 dogs - sure, let's do it !!!!

We had more fun than I expected, the kids were so enthusiastic and ready for fun. Sometimes with a group of kids, you have to reel them back in, they get so comfortable with you, it's a little challenge to get them back to the task at hand. Snow ! That was my bribery, let's get a couple of great shots for Grammie & Grampie and then we'll have some fun with some snow !!!!

Enjoy your  preview Doerings ! This session is going in my top 10 !

Merry Christmas !

The Miglionico Kids

I know every time, when these three kiddos come to the studio it is going to be fun !

I always get a story about school or the latest craze - this year it happens to be the "rat face". This cracks me up, they always show me something new. This is the family that keeps me young and "up to date".

I look forward to their session because I never know what I'm going to get. Who has changed the most, who is going to give me the biggest smile, which props they are going to play with and this year I had a super big surprise, they called me Auntie { which melted my heart}. They are the sweetest kids.

Merry Christmas to my favorite Migs !!!

Newborn Baby Skylar

"It is the nature of babies to be in bliss "

Deepak Chopra 

I had the pleasure of meeting Skylar's mom when she was 8 months pregnant. She was given a maternity and newborn session as a shower gift. During the maternity session it became very clear early on that this baby was going to have some great parents. 

When I received the news that little Ms. Skylar had arrived I couldn't wait to meet her ! The day I met Ms. Skylar she was wide awake and didn't make a peep. She let me swaddle her and move her all about. She was definitely an easy going little cherub. 

After a bit, she was getting a little tired. I had the honors of rocking her to sleep. Isn't that one of the best parts of photographing newborns ?!?! I really love that ! It fills my heart to know these new moms trust me with their precious, new, little bundles of joy ! 

The Canty Kids

There comes a certain level of excitement when you have a studio full of energetic, fun, sweet kids !  This session was no exception. Three siblings interacting at their best, laughing, smiling and being the great kids that they are.
With two older sisters, baby Zach is definitely watched over and directed to do what is expected of him. However, little Mr Zach does have a mind of his own and made sure his sisters knew that ! It was tough trying to get them all in the same frame, but it certainly was fun watching them together.

Teisha & Family

This time of year I see more and more adult siblings coming together for a family session to present as a Christmas gift to their parent. It warms my heart to know as adults these folks recognize the importance of such a timeless gift.

 

I've said it a million times and I'll probably say it again - tomorrow is not promised to any one of us, it is a gift. I was so happy to do this session for them. It's never easy getting 9 people to look at the camera with their best smiles, all at the same time,{in a super small studio} with tons of laughter,  but the mission was accomplished ! 

Enjoy your preview ! 

Halloween Mini Session 2012

Where there is no imagination there is no laughter. . . . isn't that really what Halloween is about for a child? Dreaming up their own costume, to be whoever they want to be, for one special day they are a scary monster or a sweet peacock, a playful witch or a spooky ghost.

Prior to having the twins, the two little people that live in our house and keep us on our toes, I wasn't much for Halloween.  I was the ba hum bug of day of gooey treats and frightful sounds. I never enjoyed horror movies or haunted hayrides. Now our plans for each year get bigger and bigger.

Taking in our new found love & spirit for the holiday, I decided to offer a Halloween mini session. I have to admit, I just love seeing Halloween costumes, the different ideas that kids come up with and the innocence of their giggles. Because of where we live, we don't get many trick or treaters ringing our door bell, so why not bring them to me on one day prior to Halloween ??

I'm happy I offered the session, there were some really cuties  . . . take a peak !




Here we have our little fortune cookie. . . just shy of 3 months old, she is the accessory to go with her brothers costume, Chinese Take Out. So sweet and creative!

 Our very own Chinese Take Out - who doesn't love Chinese ?!?!!? Isn't that our go to comfort food ?

The most beautiful little peacock with stunning eyes ! 

This is one pretty raccoon !!! Love the furry and friendly young lady !

There is always a beautiful witch in the group !! Who ever said witches were ugly ?

And . . . . the princess !

Last but not least, our own little goblins !  Daphne being chased by the Lake Monster & The spirit of the ghost from Scooby Dooooooo ! 

The Saari Family

Before each session that includes a baby or toddler, my husband warns me "don't get any ideas". He knows my heart always gets tugged by the little ones and their playful & innocent ways. Usually, I'm OK leaving the session with joy, less desire to add to are already hectic lifestyle.
After this session it was a different story. Because of the laughter and happiness that was exuberant from this little one year old, I had to talk myself out of wanting another little one around our own home.

Enjoy your preview Saari Family ! You definitely have something great here, you're such a happy, beautiful and fun family ! Hope you love these as much as I do.

Erica & Scott {waiting }

A moment in my tummy  . . . . a lifetime in my heart 

Erica received this maternity session for a shower gift and when we spoke about what her ideal session would consist of - " I haven't even thought about pictures" was her response. I knew at that moment I was going to meet a couple that was down to earth and focused on the arrival of their special delivery.

Mother Nature kept playing with me, rain then sunny rain then sunny. When I woke up that morning it was raining. Twenty minutes before our scheduled session the rain stopped and the sun came out! I was so glad. Fall had definitely peaked in New England and I couldn't resist these beautiful colors. So many miracles in one photo.

Enjoy your preview Erica & Scott!  I can't wait to get the news of your little sweetie.

Agnes & Mark

Marriage is the perfection of what love aimed at, ignorant of what it sought.

It was an intimate wedding being shared with those that hold most dear to their hearts. More and more brides are recognizing their special day is about sharing in the celebration of love. Although they still need & want those images to savor and look back on, they are opting for "pre" wedding photos.

This was a perfect morning {which originally was calling for rain } that started the day with lots of smiles and the desire to stand before God and pronounce their love for each other. 

Enjoy your preview Agnes & Mark ! I wish you many years of happiness & health.