Matt, Tara and Ezra- Rhode Island Family Portraits, Jamestown, RI Family Photography

To say that I think Matt, Tara and Ezra are awesome is an understatement. Matt is owner of Blueflash Photography (home of the Blue Cube!) and Tara is the creativity behind The Tiny Hummingbird. I really admire both of them. Tara used to teach in Cranston too (it all comes full circle with us teachers!) Bryan and I had talked to them right after Emmett was born about doing family photos together. We met in Jamestown at Plum Point. It was really, really sunny and so we used the bridge for some cover. We had a great time- Matt got some awesome shots of us as a new family and I was able to capture them in a natural, relaxed way- playing and laughing with Ez. We also took photos of each other for our websites- so make sure to check mine out here!

Bridget- Rhode Island Portraiture

Bridget had some portraits taken a while back (like, I-was -still-pregnant-while-back!!! I have been terrible about blogging...but I'm excellent at Facebooking haha!!) and I loved her honesty. She told me through email that it had been years since she had her picture taken and she wasn't even sure she wanted to but she wanted to give her mom a picture. We talked about location, wardrobe and I think Bridget's natural cool and beautiful clothes were a perfect combination. We had a great time- the hour flew by and we even talked about doing it again!

Jack and a Jack

Jack is a fun little boy, just shy of starting first grade! While I was taking his picture, all I could think about was the fact that he really looks like an all American boy! His aunt, Sue, had her dog with her and Lucy loved being in on the action. I hope this little cutie has a wonderful summer full of the beach and hanging out with friends because he certainly has the best wardrobe for it!

Jay and Regina- Rhode Island Wedding Photography

Jay and Regina were married on a very rainy day in June but we made the most of it. Regina was SO calm and relaxed- just happy to be getting married to her best friend. Although the ceremony was moved indoors, we were able to use the tent for their photos after the ceremony. Their bridal party was a lot of fun and they got the rest of the guests up and dancing. Everyone laughed the afternoon away! Regina also did all of the professional printing of different things herself, such as the programs, table numbers and scrolls. They were amazing and Regina's friend, Anna, did a great job on the canvas that served as a guest book. It's those little personal touches that make for a beautiful, meaningful day.

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Gabriella Turns 2!

Melissa is a good friend of mine and also a colleague. She is the type of teacher you want your own children to have. We also worked together at the public library, so I've known her for many years. She asked me to do her daughter's 2 year old pictures and we got absolutely beautiful weather at one of my favorite spots- the museum at Roger Williams Park. Armed with a tutu and tiara (and several wardrobe changes), Gabriella was ready to rock! I can't wait to see her outfit at 3 years old! :)  

I have been on break!

Hi all,As many of you know, I've been on break from photography while being home with my new little photography subject. He was born six weeks ago and I just feel like I'm getting back to the land of the living. There were a few shoots I did before he was born that I never got to posting, so here are a few little peeks of what I did in January.

I Heart Faces- By the Book Challenge

Julie, my library volunteer and future librarian herself, did her maternity photos with me and I thought this was a perfect fit for the I Heart Faces weekly challenge!

Erin and Michael Get Married- Bristol, RI and Cranston, RI Wedding Photography

Erin is a sweetheart who works in the same school system as I do. We met through the bulletin when I placed an ad for photos- which is funny since we taught in the same school for a year but never met with our opposite schedules. Fast forward a few years and now that we don't teach in the same school, we talk all the time! She and Michael had a very specific vision for their wedding day at the beautiful Bristol Harbor Inn and the focus was on family. The wedding was small and each guest at the wedding was someone near and dear to Erin and Michael. Their son, Ryan, was also involved in all the festivities. Both of Erin's parents and her son walked her down the aisle which was a touching thing to see. Overall, the weather was beautiful (well, quite windy and cold but certainly sunny with a great sunset) and the day went perfectly. Congratulations to two wonderful people!

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Jeff and Kristi Get Married- East Providence, RI Wedding Photography

Jeff and Kristi were married at Wannamoisett Country Club in East Providence in September. It was a really fun day. The weather was perfect and the sun was at a great angle for the formals. You can see a lot of their other pictures here but I just wanted to share some of my favorite of the two of them from the day. Best wishes to an awesome couple that I met through Jeff's sister, who is also a teacher. See, teachers know everyone hahaha!

I heart Faces- Let them be little...

I have been photographing this little guy for almost two years and this remains my favorite- I love those eyes!

Julie's Getting Ready! - Cranston, RI and North Kingstown, RI Wedding Photography

Many of you know that I had the great pleasure of being a bridesmaid in my best friend Julie's wedding, as well as the unofficial getting ready photog. I won't deny that I was torn in a  sense- I so desperately wanted to be able to be in the wedding AND photograph the whole day (or even just until she had her dress on but clearly we were involved in the lacing of that gorgeous corset!). However, being a bridesmaid comes with its official duties and honestly, by the time the ceremony rolled around, I forgot all about the camera because I was having too much fun. I made Bryan go and get my camera and I took like 3 pictures at the reception. The only thing I wish I had a picture to share was how spectacular the room looked. Kate was the maid of honor and wedding planner (we like to do double duty in this group with Kelly serving as bridesmaid and the un-pregnant fun one ha ha!) and handmade so many delicate details. After cocktail hour, the sun was setting and the crystals hanging in each of the windows provided such a glow, combined with the twinkle of the lights strung on the rafters. All the navy and ivory linens and the funky chalkboard menu- it really was a site! Add to that the favors we hand cut and hot glued (maybe a finger or two as well) and the centerpieces bursting with yellow, white and orange- it was just beautiful. And speaking of beautiful...here are just a few photos including some of the vintage cars that were probably my favorite little detail (or large detail- the 60 Ford is a boat). Many, many, many happy years to two dear friends, Julie and Sean!

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Olivia's First Birthday- Cranston, RI Children's Photography

Olivia was an absolute cutie pie- she just turned 1 and her parents wanted to take some pictures before the weather turned. We took advantage of the park and Olivia smiled through it all- we posed her on the stairs, on a bench, on the grass and to the side of a yoga group at the Temple of Music :) You never know what will make a good background!

Abbey- Cranston, RI Senior Photography, Rhode Island Senior Photography

Abbey had the genuine beauty that makes a portrait so easy to photograph. She took direction with ease, had perfectly coordinated outfits and was open to suggestions about what to do and how to pose. She will soon be beginning her senior year and is excited about all the wonderful things in her future- the prom, college visits and all the sports teams she plays for in the fall and spring. I wish you the best in all you do Abbey!

Brewster-I Heart Faces Photo Challenge

Brewster is a yellow lab who has had several shoots for the holidays :) This was part of his Valentine's Day shoot. There's no doubt his owners, Matt and Julie, love him a LOT!

Patrick and Delaney- Narragansett, RI Children's Portraits

Patrick and Delaney are two of the most lovely kids you will meet (which I attribute to both their personalities and their awesome parents, Bridget and Sean). They both had plenty of things to show me in their backyard and Patrick kept making sure his little sis was in on all the action. If I told them to stand with each other, Patrick had his arm out to welcome Delaney in for a hug and a kiss. It's great to see siblings that appreciate and enjoy each other so much. As the sun was sinking in the sky, we got some awesome "hair light" which gave a golden glow to their skin and I think you'll be able to tell which picture had the most apparent angelic glow. I hope we get to hang out again someday kiddos because I will certainly be seeing your mom soon at our favorite restaurant, Crazy Burger!

Cari and Gary- Cranston, RI and North Kingstown, RI Maternity Pictures

Well, even though their baby was technically "at" the shoot, I couldn't put Cari and Gary with the other post I did today about babies! They needed one all their own- Cari and Gary picked Wickford for their maternity pictures and they turned out perfectly. The lighting was beautiful and Cari's outfit brought out her radiant green eyes! You could tell how excited they were to be expecting a new baby (who coincidentally, was born last week! Congratulations!) and Cari's mommy instinct came out when she saw a duck in distress- it turns out the duck just had a nasty little quahog that clamped on his foot but he was soon able to wiggle it off :) Overall, it was a perfect shoot and I wish you guys many happy, sunny days ahead with your new little bundle.

Kerry and Ruben- Cranston, RI and Brooklyn, NY Engagement Photos

Kerry and Ruben did me the biggest honor- they chose me and drove here from NY to have their engagement photos done. Kerry grew up in RI but has long been re-located to lots of different places. They currently live in Brooklyn and in three weeks will marry Ruben in the Azores (side note- I should have offered free wedding pics in exchange for the trip, ha ha!) Ruben is from Portugal and they are honoring his heritage by having a gorgeous destination wedding.

Shea- Cranston, RI Portrait and Children's Photography

Shea- what a great little man. At 18 months, he is full of personality and owns a wide variety of hats. He really enjoyed the ducks, the swings, the beach, the boats...he smiled through it all even though it was his bedtime. At least Shea knows that we all must suffer a little for art, ha ha! As my friend Kate asked me, can we just take the curls off his head and paste them to our own? He has some of the most beautiful curls and big brown eyes I've ever seen! I hope he enjoyed his weekend on Block Island with his mom and dad, Marissa and Matt :) I look forward to our next shoot!

Jackson Shaves- Cranston, RI Children's Photography

Here are the rest that go with the post for Let's Hear it for the Boys!

This last picture has a texture overlay to make it look more vintage--it really worked on some of these photos :)

The Doorley Family- Cranston, RI Family Portraits

I adore the Doorley Family. I have the pleasure of working with Kate and her mom is a former school teacher in our system. Her sister, mom to the adorable and wonderful Eva and Cameron, is also a teacher. They wanted to do a family photo shoot and we decided to do the photos downtown. I think it was a great location. The weather was perfect, their outfits were totally coordinated and we missed being caught in the middle of a marathon by just a few minutes! Talk about luck! We had a great time and their love for each other shows!