March 1st, 2010
Portraits make great gifts, and nothing could be better than a couch loaded to the brim with super cute kids, all in honor of granddad’s birthday! Nope, you’re eyes are not deceiving you — you do see two sets of twins (both under the age of 3) snuggled up on the couch with their older cousins — all beautiful, unique little buds growing in the same family garden. I think these pictures pretty much speak for themselves — we had the best time, and the absolutely most gorgeous natural light I think possible for this momentous session.
Aaah…there’s that family smile in full effect…
…and such bright eyes on these twin-kling stars.
Girls just want to have fun, so they DO! (and big thanks to auntie H. for all her super accessorizing!)
Every family needs a rock-star — in this case, two!
And I would be remiss if I didn’t share my favorite kind of portrait — the “kids being kids” shot that helps tell the whole story — the ups, the downs and the “are we done yets?” I must thank R. and her lovely family for allowing me to capture all the action. I truly hope that granddad will wear a great big smile when he receives his gift. Viva la cousins!
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February 26th, 2010
Despite the seriously snowy pounding we’re getting in the area this week, this session for 6 month old twin sisters was a breathe of spring air. I know a pair of happy babies when I see them, and these were some very happy babies! Mom and dad, auntie R. and grandma A. (and me, too!) just beamed as the girls rolled around on the floor making us all laugh and coo (wait a minute…wasn’t that suppose to be the other way around?!).
We were all busy bees buzzing around these two bright little flowers.
And who can resist all that cuddly baby softness?
I can’t imagine anything sweeter than a cutie pie (make that two cutie pies) grabbing chubby little feet — can you? I’d like to see you try!
A big thanks again to little C. and K. and to everyone for a fantastic session that gave me hope that spring is just around the corner…(okay snow, get to melting).
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February 15th, 2010
There you are just rowing along through the sea of life with your family of four, and then an incredible thing happens…TWINS are on the way! What joy it will be to have 20 more fingers and 20 more toes to count, and two big sisters to lend a helping hand to mom and dad. Yep, I’m talking about the one and only “Curly Girls”, who are soon to have a new little brother and sister to play with.
Big sister K. is jumping for joy — the babies are almost here! This session happened at 38 weeks…get ready to sing the birthday song (and stay tuned for a sneak peek at the newborns soon!)
I couldn’t be happier for P. & R. and their beautiful, happy family.
And big sister E. is already mommy’s little helper extraordinaire.
Best wishes and much love to you all — I seriously can’t wait to meet the new babies and photograph those first sweet days for you. I’m sure they’ll steal your hearts and mine. See you soon!
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February 9th, 2010
Well, you know who you are, and this post’s for you! I’d like to share with you a project I’ve been very excited to work on with another twin mom, Robyn Spritzer, and her team of highly motivated women (many with multiples of their own at home). Their company is Greater Than One Kids and…you guessed it…they’ve been hard at work thinking up new ideas that would help make parents of multiples’ lives a little (or a LOT) easier. I for one am a big fan of innovation that supports family life. And coming from a twin mom (me), I can tell you that life with multiples has its own challenging parenting problems to solve.
It goes without saying—but I’ll say it anyway—I had an absolute blast shooting the promotional images for their product roll-out, and truly enjoyed working with the twins and triplets and their nerves-of-steel moms. Just how do they do it? Well, Greater Than One Kids has their eye on helping parents manage multiples just like child’s play, and who could resist that? So keep your eye on their site for the Spring 2010 announcement—coming soon!
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February 3rd, 2010
I’m tickled pink that Sara Hicks at Party Perfect has featured another celebration (We’re number one!) that I had the very good fortune to photograph. I absolutely LOVE a party. You never need a reason to throw one, but my favorite has to be a birthday bash. There’s an expectation of decorations, whacky hats, silly games, a possible “surprise” element and, of course, cake. And don’t forget the big wish! This universal celebration of life is something we can all appreciate. What kind of party are you planning? Don’t forget your camera!
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January 19th, 2010
And while you’re at it, refer a friend and you’ll both receive 20% off your session fee on portrait session dates from now through February 3rd! If you missed out on the holiday photo excitement, this is an excellent opportunity to have custom portraits made in the comfort of your home. This friendly portrait special will give you beautiful, heart-filled photos just in time for Valentine’s Day. Spaces are limited, so call today and share the love!
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January 5th, 2010
A hearty welcome to the winner of the Baristaville’s First Baby of the New Year 2010 contest that was announced this morning. Little Jeremih Dye was born at 12:55 a.m. on New Year’s Day at Mountainside Hospital in Montclair. What an absolutely wonderful way to start the new year–congratulations to his proud parents. I’m really looking forward to making some fantastic newborn portraits for you all!
Special thanks go out to Barista Kids, Mountainside Hospital in Montclair, NJ and all the donators for helping to put together the great gift basket for Baby New Year!
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December 31st, 2009
My greatest New Year’s wish for everyone is more than a handful of truly happy, dare I say ecstatic moments to experience and remember fondly in the coming year. And a reminder to take lots and lots of photos to help you remember them. We all need reminders of what’s really most important in life, especially when times get tough. Here’s to a brighter and sweeter 2010!
And a very special thanks to all of my clients old and new who made 2009 so very enjoyable. Thanks for keeping my shutter clicking to capture the life and love we all share.
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December 31st, 2009
Just wanted to make sure you knew that Barista Kids and Mountainside Hospital in Montclair, NJ are sponsoring the first annual Baristaville’s First Baby of the New Year contest. There’s a basket full of new baby goodies for the first little bundle the stork drops off at Mountainside tomorrow (including a complimentary newborn portrait session from yours truly).
And you can also get in on the fun at Montclair’s First Night by entering the Barista Kids “Guess the 1st New Year’s Baby” contest with your prediction of the gender, weight and length of Baristaville’s 1st 2010 baby. Enter before the ball drops to get your chance at some really excellent prizes!
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December 20th, 2009
There are certain rites of passage when you turn the “Big One” which include silly party hats, a first-ever slice of cake (preferably chocolate!) and a massive clean-up. It was no exception for these seriously sweet (even before the cake) twin sisters. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing these little pixies since they were three months old, and I’m always in awe of how fast and furious babies become infants become toddlers. It’s like you blink and they’re standing up and asking you for more juice, please.
I wish these little big girls many, many happy returns, and a second year full of wonder and joy and all good things. So glad I thought to get the family portrait pile-up *before* the cake was served — ha! Thanks again to our local interior design guru and hip-kids style maven Nancy Breslin and her lovely family for allowing me to catch all the fun and excitement that a first birthday brings!
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