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bashful. {delaware children’s photography}

admin — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:44:54 +0000

These two were a little camera shy at first. I can understand where kids, especially young ones, are coming from– the camera can be a little intimidating. I don’t mind kids that are shy though because I still am able to capture their true spirit. It is much better for me to get a few shots of them exploring their surroundings and getting comfortable than pushing kids to be outgoing and it ends up cheesy and forced. There is beauty in every expression, whether it’s a subtle smile or a big laugh. These are some of my favorites from this bashful pair…

Quote for the day:

“Be who you are and be that well.”

~Saint Francis de Sales

a sister thing. {delaware children’s photography}

admin — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 02:42:10 +0000

It must be great to have an older sister– you can steal her clothes, makeup and learn a ton from her! You know all the secrets before your sister-less friends do and, no matter how much you may annoy one another at times, you will always want to be a little like her. These two girls look like they already have a strong bond and their love for one another shines through in these photographs. To top it off, their golden hair and striking blue eyes make them natural models!

Quote for the day:

“If you don’t understand how a woman could both love her sister dearly and want to wring her neck at the same time, then you were probably an only child.”

~Linda Sunshine

natural. {delaware family portraits}

admin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:34:16 +0000

One of the things I aim to do in every session is capture the natural expressions of those that I’m photographing. Everyone wants that natural shot of their family looking carefree and happy. These are the moments that we want to remember and see in our homes everyday to give us some hope when things aren’t going smoothly or it’s just one of those rough days where your kids are driving you crazy. You look up at it and think, “Ahh how picture perfect we can be!” I want to share with you a session I loved to shoot and a family that definitely has that natural love for one another.

I especially love when nature works with you too! Isn’t the sun flare in this next photo just radiant?

In these last two photos, I used a vintage effect on the photos and it gives it this nostalgic quality that reminds me of finding old photograph from when we were kids. A little bit faded, but still so beautiful in its own way.

Quote for the day:

“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

~Maya Angelou

sweet. {newborn portraits}

admin — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 15:23:48 +0000

I love capturing the sweet serenity of newborns, even if they can be fussy sometimes. When they get into that deep sleep that makes them perfect for positioning, I often wonder what they could be dreaming about! This sweetie looks so peaceful and is lucky to have awesome parents too!

Quote for the day:

“I think we dream so we don’t have to be apart so long. If we’re in each other’s dreams then we can play together all night.”

~Bill Watterson

bellies are sexy. {maternity at its finest}

admin — Tue, 04 May 2010 12:09:19 +0000

As any woman would think, I so wish I looked this good when I was pregnant. Beyond that, there’s not much to say!!!

Quote for the day:
Beauty… when you look into a woman’s eyes and see what is in her heart.
~Nate Dircks

red. {delaware baby photography}

admin — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:54:30 +0000

Red. I swoon when kids with red hair come into my studio – especially babies with red hair!!! This little girl was perfect, and beautiful, and everything that makes women go “awwwwww”…. lol.. such a sweet family!!

Quote for the day:

The only rock I know that stays steady, the only institution I know that works is the family.
~Lee Iacocca

spring and life and love.

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 12:48:03 +0000

Spring has arrived, the flowers are blooming, the weather is amazing (albeit a tad bit moody and verging on PMS) – and I am beyond thrilled to be shooting outside! These are just a few of my favorites from a recent session. This is the sweetest little guy, and I think we’ll be friends for a long long time. We had a blast shooting at Gibraltar, and it warms my heart to see such genuine smiles, and unconditional happiness.

For more information on our Special Needs portrait sessions, please contact the studio. I am thrilled to be able to offer complimentary portraits for any Special Needs family in the Delaware Valley. I believe it’s important that every family have the opportunity to see their child in a beautiful, artistic fashion – no matter what the condition, or situation may be.

I also work closely with an organization called The Littlest Heroes Project, and it is my honor to offer completely free sessions to families who have children with serious illness or life altering disability. For more information on this service, please visit the Littlest Heroes website.

Quote for the day:

“If instead of a gem, or even a flower, we should cast the gift of a loving thought into the heart of a friend, that would be giving as the angels give.”

~George MacDonald

love. {wilmington family portraits}

admin — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 13:03:41 +0000

Whew! It’s been a while since I’ve posted a new set of images! My amazing husband and I just returned from a much needed vacation to San Juan, Puerto Rico – and I’ve got over 400 images to sift through! I will post my favorites soon! I am refreshed and ready for the insanity that the next few months will bring… by the looks of my calendar, I won’t be getting much rest!

In the meantime, I’m starting with two sessions that I shot right before I left. This first session was so cute. I felt so bad for this little guys dad – he was the target of every bodily function that could possibly come in to play – but dad took it in stride (dare I say, he might have actually had fun!)

Cute, cute!

Quote for the day:

“A sense of humor is a major defense against minor troubles.”
~Mignon McLaughlin, The Second Neurotic’s Notebook, 1966

yum. {hockessin newborn photographer}

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:36:50 +0000

Awake! There is not another word I would use to describe this darling little girl. She was AWAKE. And so stinkin cute!! At just a couple weeks old, she already knows how to capture the hearts of those around her, and I have to say, she stole mine!

Today’s quote is my tribute to my own little girls – who are quickly learning how to manipulate their father with hugs, kisses and a well placed, “you are the best daddy in the whole world”… all in the name of getting just one more pack of fruit snacks. lol… I guess we should be thankful they’re not asking for money just yet, eh?

Quote of the Day:

“In trying to get our own way, we should remember that kisses are sweeter than whine.”

~Author Unknown

kissable { delaware childrens photography }

admin — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:52:41 +0000

6 months. There is nothing sweeter than this age. Kissable cheeks, sweet smiles, perfect skin and a baby that is radiating curiosity and joy 95% of the time. This is by far one of my favorite ages to photograph. This is also the age that makes me want to have more children…. and then I remember what comes before 6 months…. and that urge goes away. :)

This is Ramsey and his mom was awesome and showed up with some very cool props. A hat, a jacket and a kissable 6 month old. The perfect mix!

Quote for the day:
“Parents often talk about the younger generation as if they didn’t have anything to do with it.”
~Haim Ginott