After meeting these parents a few months ago for their maternity session, I could not wait to meet their new daughter. And of course I was not surprised to see a beautiful newborn who is already loved so much. She has a gorgeous well-lit nursery in Capitol Hill that made a wonderful backdrop. And we cannot forget about the first furry child. He also wanted to be a part of the photo session and joined us for a few exciting shots at the end. I can't wait to watch sweet baby E grow!
There are few things that could be cuter than a sweet 7 day old with a full head of hair. But a lively 2 year old toddler brother with a smile that could kill...well that can do it! Meeting these two brothers (and their lovely parents and Bubbie) was a wonderful way to start the new year. Big brother was awesome for the camera, as soon as I showed him how Elmo can "dance" on my head. And sweet baby Z was a great model, showing us his beautiful eyes and sweet baby toes. I loved capturing this special time for this family of 4.
This gorgeous couple just contacted me to let me know their little one has arrived...so I guess its time we get their maternity session up on the blog! When I made plans to meet up with them at Capitol Hill's Lincoln Park for their maternity session, I asked L how I'd recognize them. She said "I'm really pregnant and my husband is really tall". After that, I knew I'd like them. They endured cold temperatures and even survived a "middle of the street" shot (phew!). Can't wait to meet baby M!
This family invited me to photograph them when this sweet 4 month old had all of her grandparents (and biggest fans) in town to celebrate her first Christmas. It was so wonderful to see how little baby L can light up a room (and the faces of those in the room!) We also lucked out with the fact that Christmas Eve Day also brought 70 degree temperatures so we were able to get some great shots outdoors. Thanks N Family for this lovely morning.
This sweet family had just moved to their beautiful new home in VA. A huge perk of this new home was this wonderful front yard. Not only did this yard provide a beautiful backdrop but it also seems to be little M's favorite place to play. He warmed up right away and would happily pose for the camera and show me all of the exciting new things he's found in his front yard. I loved meeting this family and capture sweet little M in all his glory.
From the moment I met them, I knew I'd love working with these two. Not only are they easy going and fun but they did their research. They told me all of the things they learned online for how to take the best maternity pictures. And they brought their sweet sister along to help out with their sweet pup. He was a great addition to these maternity pictures and I wonder how he'll feel in a few months when the newest addition arrives. To be continues in January, 2016...
I loved every member of this family. I've known some of them for a good part of a decade and their warmth and sense of humor always shines. Though working with three generations of one family, especially with toddlers and a six week old (!), can be quite the challenge this was totally worth it. And if you're wondering how we got such genuine smiles in some of these, it helps having a very funny grandpa do all sorts of moves behind me. I need him at every session! Thanks for a wonderful afternoon L family!
With almost two year olds you never know what they'll be like. They could be cooperative or want nothing to do with the camera. They could love being held by their parents in sweet poses or want to run free. Well this two year old was any photographer's dream. She never whined or complained despite freezing temperatures. She never ran off. And she did almost any pose her dad told her to. In fact, he stood behind me and she just copied him. And having two awesome parents didn't hurt. Thank you sweet E for being such a fantastic photo subject. Two years olds in DC-learn from her!
What a treat it was to take pictures of sweet Baby E. I've seen quite a trend this year in newborn sessions and that trend is BOY. Almost all of them (well all but 2 to be exact) have been boys. So it was quite fun to capture this pretty little girl. She has a gorgeous nursery filled with natural light and two parents who adore her. During my two hours I saw everything that goes into a newborn-a diaper change (or two), feeding, sleeping, soothing, and a tiny bit of crying. I loved capture all of that and hopefully these photos will always remind her parents of what a special time this was.
I was so excited to meet this little guy. He was bright eyed and alert the entire time I was there but miraculously never cried. For a newborn session, that was quite the success story. I loved the way he looked at his mom and dad. He clearly knows they're special (which I know as well). Having a beautifully lit nursery never hurt either. Thanks for letting me capture these special moments!
