I had been waiting for this little love for 9 months. The moment my next door neighbor told me she was pregnant (again), I started planning and gathering items to use for his newborn session. His sister’s newborn session lasted a few days and we achieved about 50-60 AMAZING shots!! I had planned to do the same for this little guy. Well, he had other plans for us. Once in a great while, I will photograph a newborn who does not like to be touched, moved, or ‘bothered’ with! Usually, this does not happen with the 4 day old babies (like this little angel), but rather the 12+ day newborn. They usually sleep so soundly, even with all the moving and positioning.

The conditions were perfect….the shooting area was about 80 degrees (Mom and photog were sweating bullets), I had two backdrops set up for easy transition between sets, Mom nursed til babe’s belly was full. We tried it all! More than once. Actually, we tried over 2 days. This little angel…well, he was not putting up with any of it. The moment he was in the right position and I pulled back to get the shot…he’d go peeps! Being the perfectionist that I am….of course I had to have the finger just so, well, the moment I moved the out of place finger…the whole arm (or arms, legs or whatever it was that I was trying to “fix”) would flail. Now, please believe me when I tell you, as most of you photographers know….newborn sessions are NOT easy. Some pose more of a challenge than others, and this one was my ultimate challenge for sure. I guess the hardest thing for me was that I had GRAND plans for this little munchkin! I had dreamed up a million amazing images in my head, and I was frustrated with myself for it all. In the end…I am thrilled with the final images…as is my neighbor/friend/go to person when I am out of breadcrumbs, ravioli, taco seasoning, mac & cheese, milk, coffee, etc. Thank you for that Lauren. I do appreciate it!!!

He did however, love being outside in the 90 degree weather. Not a peep out of him the entire time. Not even when our neighbor came over to see what was going on. His exact words…”Are you photographing a doll? That is not a real baby, is it?” Zachary moves…..”Oh, my…that is a real baby!!”
Not to mention the butterflies that were all over the bushes behind him…do you think they would have stayed for the picture? Not a chance. We waited and waited for one to land on him…but they did not want to cooperate. Plus, it was HOT and we didn’t want to stay outside for too long with him! But we were all thrilled with this shot!

Thank you Zachary for being such a cutie, and allowing me to get the images that we did get. The shots that we got are perfect in my book, and we love you so much! We waited a long time for you to come, and we are so happy that you are here! Hugs and kisses my little man! PS…..we must learn to get along…as this is not the last time that we are going to do this!!! You have years of putting up with me in your future!!! xoxo

So while it may seem that I have not been busy over here, due to the lack of blog posts in the past month…it has turned out to be one crazy summer! Being my childrens’ sole source of entertainment, there has not been too much time for work… (not complaining…it has been a blast and very special to me!), but I have had time to squeeze in a few casting call sessions, amidst all the craziness! So far, it has been an amazing summer, filled with fun trips to the bowling alley, the pool, the library, the pool, friends houses, did I mention the pool? We really have spent quite a bit of time in the pool! Oh, and don’t forget the potty training! I am looking forward to my boys starting school at the end of August, allowing me much more time for more amazing sessions. Here is just a taste of what my summer has been about!

Absolutely one of the sweetest little angels I have ever photographed. Meet Baby Bridget! I just melt when I look at her beautiful soulful eyes! Just stunning!

Next is the first of my Summer Newborn Casting Call Sessions. This little munchkin is Baby Addison. We had a blast trying out some new props! She did just perfect for us…and I could have easily photographed her all day!

Next, I was honored to photograph Sweet Baby Sophia. She is the baby girl of a friend of mine, and I was just over the moon excited about this session! Sophia is just the sweetest little girl, and she has an amazing family, that I am happy to call my friends! Even with a wasp (those who know me, know that I am deathly afraid of bees and wasps) flying around us, I managed to get some beautiful shots that quickly became some of my new favorites! Thanks Mom D for taking care of the wasp, and for the most amazing chicken salad sandwich I have ever eaten! And thank you, M, for allowing me to be such a special part of Sophia’s life! Thank you for trusting in me to capture such a special time, and for all your support!

I will be back soon with another newborn session! Waiting for Baby Boy Z to be born, and I am REALLY looking forward to that session!!!!

Hope you are all enjoying your summer!!!

I am thrilled to introduce baby Andrew!! I must say that this beautiful baby was one of the calmest, most content newborns I have ever photographed. (or seen for that matter!) He was a complete joy, and I had such a great time trying out some new stuff with him! Thank you, baby boy, for being such an incredible little angel for me!!! Julie…you are a beautiful and very lucky Mommy!!! Thank you again for the opportunity to capture your little love!!! I look forward to watching him grow!!!

Well, Stella is a classic beauty, just like her name…and her Mommy!!  Oh, and big sister Alivia was no exception…stunning with the most beautiful eyes!!!  What a pleasure it was to work with you Jess & Brian!  You have a beautiful home and a gorgeous family!!  Thank you for the opportunity!!

Absolutely loved this nursery!!!

How gorgeous is she???

Welcome Baby Boy Wesley! I had the privilege of photographing this little guy, and he was such a dream! Sleepy little angel, who just stole my heart! Born on September 11th, you know that this little guy had some angels looking out for him! He is as handsome as can be, and his mom and dad are so obviously in love! Thank you Heather and Scott for allowing me to be a part of your little guys life!! I look forward to watching him grow!

Enjoy your Sneak Peek!!

Being a mom of two boys, little baby boys hold a special place in my heart!!  And this little one was no exception!!!  Andrew was 14 days old at the time of our session, but he had the strength of a 1 month old!!  Thank you Andrew for being such a little trooper!  And thank you Mom and Dad for the opportunity to photograph your special little angel!  I look forward to watching him grow!  Enjoy your Sneak Peek!

Here is the little angel that decided to come a few weeks early! {See my latest maternity session}  Does she not have the cutest little facie??  What a little doll she was to photograph!  We got off to a bit of a rough start…baby girl didn’t want to sleep too much, but when she did finally fall asleep, she was just perfect!!!

Oh, and I had to include some shots of Isabella’s “watchdog”.  Alphie stayed by our side the whole time, “protecting” his little  sister!!!

Well, it is a good thing I did this session when I did!  (Instead of canceling it due to my massive sinus infection…which I discussed earlier!)  Baby Isabella Anne was born just 4 days after this shoot…a few weeks early…but healthy and beautiful!  (Stay tuned for Isabella’s newborn session) Amy…it was an absolute pleasure to meet you all, and thank you for being part of my casting call!!

First, I have to thank Rosana for being so patient with me.  Unfortunately, I had an awful sinus infection and my head was in a complete cloud the entire session.  It is really hard to think creatively when you have a head cold.  Luckily, Rosana was a perfect model for me, and we did end up having fun, in spite of my sickly head!

Rosana, I look forward to meeting your little bundle…xoxo to you!

…with an incredibly wonderful family!!!!  Please allow me to introduce baby Caila.  What fun this little angel was to photograph!  Thank you for being so perfect Caila…I look forward to watching you grow and I am excited about the time we will be spending together through your first year…and beyond!  It was such a pleasure to meet you and your family!!!  What a beautiful little girl you are!  I’ll see you again really soon…