I had a few pictures in mind for this week's topic of bright and vivid but this picture of Eva and Cameron won in my head. I think the judges at I Heart Faces would laugh at the amount of thought I put into choosing my picture each week- you might think I was going for the Pulitzer! I Heart Faces has helped me really look at my photography in a different way- anyone out there looking to stretch their ability should head on over!
Henry is my little buddy! I've gotten to do three shoots with him and his awesome mom and dad. Darlene and Seth are great parents- you can see how much joy there is in just spending time together. They have a relaxed demeanor and are happy to let Henry just be Henry for pictures. Seth is great as my photo assistant- he stood over my to give me a shadow since it was VERY sunny that day. Roger Williams Park is a favorite place of mine to shoot- there are so many different "types" of places and we took advantage of it all!
Gabriella has the most beautiful eyes. I'm not sure she knew what to make of the photo shoot- she had just woken up from a nap and was content to just sit and giggle but after she got going, she was on a roll! By the time the cake came out, it was awesome to watch her expression. First she ate just a little bit to see if she wanted it, then a little more and finally, she just sat in it. AWESOME! Melissa, Mike and I had a great time and they are such a wonderful family. You can see the love between all of them, not only from the energy in the room but from the pictures as well :)
Baby Roma should be arriving in a few weeks and Janis and Joe wanted to commemorate the journey by doing photos in Narragansett. One idea Janis had was that she wanted her favorite wedding photo to be recreated with her pregnant. I think it was an awesome idea. From here, I could see them recreating the pose when Roma is here and for years to come. Although it was cloudy and threatened to rain at any point, we had a great time.
Jeremy came in for a visit and got to be the first kiddo to try out my new bed that Weston made. Did I mention how fantastic my friends are at supporting my business? Although Jeremy was not having any of us trying to rock him, white noise machine him, giving extra bottles to get him to sleep, we were able to get a few really cute ones. Good thing Courtney is around all the time (she works for my husband at Atlantis Pool Service) and we can try for a few more sleepy poses whenever she wants.
OK, so, here's the story with Marco and Jeanne. I went to the prom with Marco in 10th grade. Diana is my and Marco's best friend (still, to this day!). Diana goes off to Boston University and gets a roommate named Jeanne. Jeanne and Marco meet-- love. They get married, move to Delaware and have this adorable, perfect little man that Jeanne calls Tommy Pickles. Diana is obsessed with him. I facebook connect with Jeanne and Marco and they are visiting for Easter. We do pictures. It was amazing. Tommy was SO much fun and Jeanne loves the picture where it appears he is wearing fur chaps. Love it!
Cain and Regan are two babies that are on the move! They recently turned a year old and their mom, Courtney, and I had a tough time getting them in one spot together. Regan is the explorer- she wants to be checking out the lay of the land and Cain is more laid back in just taking in the scene from one spot. We did indoor photos and outdoor photos and just for fun put some bunny ears on them. I love when a parent is up for anything! Courtney also exudes calm. I give her so much credit for having twins and just rolling with it. She makes you think everyone in the world could do it!
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Have to make this a quick one! Off to school in a minute. Looking forward to all that spring has to offer.
Lawson and Cooper are two adorable brothers that made ME smile through the entire session-- Lawson sang to Cooper quite a bit and insisted on having "Coop" in almost all the pictures (although he did seem to enjoy a little Lawson-only-photo-time, especially when given some bubbles and a chance to run around). Now that the warmer weather is here, this is what I love- an opportunity to spend times with kids in an uninhibited way- running (Lawson challenged me to a race), laughing, having fun and eating candy. I gave Lawson a huge lollipop and unfortunately, it lost a part of it before we got pictures but I think it's fair to say he was content to eat what was left! And Cooper? He was content to take it all in and give us a few beautiful smiles. Thanks Jenn! It was a fun afternoon!
Each year, just as it gets nicer out, Bryan and I host a day of cooking out and lawn games. Here's Aram from last year. He's our resident kangaroo. If there is something to jump off, jump over, etc., he's there. The last picture if of my friend Jon- he's wearing my hat. That's why it is resting so peacefully on top of his head.
Joey is a sweet little bundle of happiness. He was mesmorized by the bubbles, loved laying on his tummy and really enjoyed chilling in a basket. I had a wonderful time taking his picture for the second time and a great time catching up with Missy and Joe. Missy and I went to high school together and thanks to the Facebook era, we have been able to get back in touch! Enjoy!
With some of the nice weather we had this past week, it made me feel like spring has almost sprung! I want to get out there and shoot, shoot, shoot. So, let's get a giveaway going. For many photographers, word of mouth is the best advertising and Facebook has joined the ranks! To enter the giveaway, simply suggest my Facebook page to friends. Post a comment on this blog telling me you have done so and how many friends you suggested it to. Next Sunday, I will have random.org draw a number. The winner can choose their prize:
1) 30% off the price of a future children's, family, portrait, couples or pet shoot (sorry, not valid on shoot or packages already booked)
OR....
2) 3 free professionally printed 8x10 of a future shoot- Metallic, linen, matte or glossy...you choose!
I can't wait to get to say:
This week's challenge, in support of the AHA's Go Red for Women, is my friend Kate in her wedding dress. She has beautiful, shiny, red hair and Jackson does too- he is the cutest red headed baby I know! I love this picture. No idea what she was laughing at but that's OK!!
So, maybe I should call this Flashback any-day-of-the-week. I seem to NOT have it down for a series specifically on a Friday. However, this week, it will feature my niece Molly, who celebrates her 4th birthday on the 16th! This was from her birthday last year. Bryan and I are excited to go to her birthday party next Sunday. Oh, and did I mention I couldn't pick a picture so they are several, including my G-Gma Hess. This is Bryan's grandmother whom I adore. She is so talented and knitted me a neck warmer this year for Christmas.
What he dreams. I think if it were up to Bryan, he would spend his days doing anything brew related. He loves the experimentation of his hobby.
I just think Katharine is so cute and stylish. She is also a teacher but in New Jersey so I can't help but be a littttttle teeeeeny bit flattered she drove all the way here for pictures (well, and to eat at Brick Alley Pub). Katharine had all her outfits and looks coordinated and here's just a few...
Julie and Matt are good friends of mine. Julie is what I would describe as a puppy person. She loves all things puppy....including the walks, the playing, the fact her dog ate 6 bananas with the peels on...OK, she didn't really love that. However, Julie and Matt met at a dog park and married a little while later so I think it's safe to say that dogs are a strong part of their relationship. Julie wanted to do a portrait of Brewster so we did one and then Matt asked why we didn't wait until St. Patty's Day. I assured Julie there is always room in the schedule for a Brewster photo shoot, part two.
So, another friend of Ms. Suuuuuuuzi. Another ball of enthusiastic excitement. I really love Kelly's look. She's got beautiful red hair (that seriously, not one was out of place) and gorgeous blue eyes. She started by saying she felt a little awkward but we had her laughing and next thing you know- we had four outfit changes and some great pictures to show for it!
