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In the new nursery

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

Interior designer and Cohabitot blogger Nancy Breslin is at it again: a new nursery design for her very own 18-month-old twin girls. And imagine my extreme excitement at seeing their portraits from our 3-month session on the wall above their cribs. I love to see my client’s portrait displays — it’s fantastic to know they are enjoying the photographs, and I hope that’s the case for many years to come.

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Miss K. and Miss L. welcomed me into their sun-filled nursery. I can see how happy they are in their spring fresh surroundings.

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K. was nice enough to show me around, so I couldn’t help but follow…

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And L. gave me that cutey pie look and then the “Aha!” moment — “I remember YOU!”

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Such sweet little kids, and ditto that on the whole entire family! Thanks again Nancy for allowing me to capture the new nursery design along with the next chapter in your girls’ lives. Looking forward to catching up with Mr. A. again from behind my camera real soon.

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Five little, six little, seven little cousins

Monday, 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.

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…and such bright eyes on these twin-kling stars.

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Girls just want to have fun, so they DO! (and big thanks to auntie H. for all her super accessorizing!)

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Every family needs a rock-star — in this case, two!

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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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An early spring

Friday, 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?!).

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We were all busy bees buzzing around these two bright little flowers.

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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!

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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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Girls with the most cake

Sunday, 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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Winning smiles

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

Oh, this family’s not only the bee’s knees, they’re also the winners of my 2009 Barista Kids portrait session giveaway! Congratulations again, and so glad you could use your prize for some fun fall family portraits! (Can you say that really fast three times?!)

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You all must know by now how I do love twin toddler energy, having a set of toddler boys at my house. I personally think it’s fascinating to see just how fast they can move in opposite directions : )

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Add some pumpkins, bales of hay, and let the fun begin!

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Many thanks to mom, dad and all the boys for a great shoot on a chilly fall afternoon. After all the wait, I think we scored on the fall foliage, so I’m glad you’re so happy with the results…me, too!

Another big thanks to Barista Kids for hosting this portrait session giveaway!

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Happy holiday sessions

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

Okay–catching up on previews, which are now more like beloved re-runs as these families have already gotten the whole kit and caboodle. But I wanted to share these with you as well. Thanks to all the families for making this holiday season so very fantastic. Wishing you all a very happy holiday season, and a new year beyond your wildest dreams!

I think there are never enough chubby cheeks to go around, and this brother-sister twin team has some of the best I’ve ever seen! Just loved that we had such a beautiful fall afternoon to catch all the family fun. Thanks to mom and dad for being flexible around all that rainy fall weather. Special thanks to Grandpa F. for all of your key jingling holiday spirit that made this family shine!

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Lots to celebrate during this session (below) — a double birthday weekend for this brother and sister who aren’t twins (imagine that!) and a family holiday portrait session to boot. I thoroughly enjoyed capturing this very handsome family for all these special occasions rolled up into one. Especially love Miss M.’s effortless smile (takes after her mom) and please tell Mr. J. I’m so glad he “didn’t” smile…just kidding…gotcha! And I was thrilled to get a truly shining portrait of mom and dad together–when’s the last time you and yours had the pleasure?! Beautiful day, beautiful family–so happy I got to know you all better on our walk to the park!

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And these three sibling superheroes (below) possessed amazing powers, and I basked in the glow of all that energy! How could I not have fun chasing super kids around their backyard? It’s just not possible I say!!! Thanks to mom and dad for entrusting me to capture all this wonderful personality, and for letting us have the run of the yard for our session. Super fun!

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We’re number one!

Friday, October 9th, 2009

“Apple Doo-Doooo! Apple Doo-Doooo!” Roughly translated, that’s “Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday to you!” as sung daily and loudly by both of my twin sons in preparation for their upcoming Big Two celebration. I’m happy to say that this birthday party photo session for one year-old twin brothers gives me another opportunity to state very plainly that “I love my job!” Seriously, how much more fun can you have than a birthday party?! Take two little fellows who are introduced to their first and very own birthday cakes, add party hats, polka dots and streamers (”party-in-a-box”—a hand-made gift from our very own Cohabitot blogger, Nancy Breslin) and you’ve got the makings of an epic celebration.

It’s true at some point during a first birthday celebration someone has just a little too much cake, and then without any notice someone just lets go and takes their first few steps right in front of the party photographer (YES–I got it, and look at the proud look on his and mom’s faces!). Talk about a party to remember. So glad that all it takes is a nice wipe down from mom and a hug from dad to make it all better in the end. Smiles all around and way too much fun had by all. Very happy birthday wishes to you M. and T.–thanks for letting me share it with you. See you all next week for more photo fun outdoors!

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Baby love

Saturday, September 26th, 2009

This dynamic session was a study in all things round and soft and cuddly. Glowingly sweet twin brother and sister are just getting ready to stand up and start cruising, a major milestone from which there’s no looking back. The whole world just opens up once you’re independently mobile, and these New York City kids will have a lot of territory to explore! But before the kids get their sea legs, mom and dad were thoughtful enough to capture these wonderfully roly-poly days in detail. Thanks again H. family for a really fantastic session, and look out mom and dad: once they master the lateral moves, the only way is up!

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Brother to brother

Saturday, September 26th, 2009

Hmmm, wonder what it is about the fall season and twin birthdays? I’ve been privy to five, count ‘em, five twin celebrations for the under-3 set already. These handsome twin brothers were celebrating their big first birthday on the day of our session! See for yourself—you can get lost in those big brown puppy dog eyes. Just two dreamy little fellows with warm and wonderful personalities just like their proud parents. Congratulations on making it through that first big year…you did it! It was my pleasure to help you capture the moment. Many happy returns.

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Our new house on the corner

Sunday, September 13th, 2009

With sunny 3-month and 18-month-old girls, you’d never know that this family had just moved into there new digs and were still in the process of re-organizing their life. Talk about a lovely family! You know the kind that make you feel right at home the minute you step in the door. And what a grand front door indeed–the perfect dramatic background for their little ingénue.

I just love morning light, and there was none better for documenting the special occasion of the christening of their youngest. Baby and big sister looked absolutely stunning in their flowing outfits and mom and dad couldn’t have beamed more brightly. So glad that grandma could make a special visit for the session. My only regret is that I couldn’t quite catch up with Rocky the dog, the grand embassador of the family. Next time I’ll have to bring my running shoes! Thanks so much to you all for a fairytale session. Simply beautiful.

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