Terran at 9 Months | Vermont, Family Portraits

Here we are, another blog post about another fantastic family! I feel as though my posts have all too often been introduced with the same phrase "I had the pleasure of meeting...." and well, it is so true. I have yet to photograph a family that I didn't want to be sure I kept in touch with because they were just plain awesome and today's post is no exception. Allison contacted me through a mutual friend that I did some photos for back in December. When I met Allison in March I could totally see how the two were able to make a connection, they are both awesome amazing ladies and they have the cutest kiddos right about the same age. Terran was right about nine months at the time we were able to meet up for some photos and he was just too much fun. Though a bit chilly we spent the morning outside (always ok by me, I love the fresh air!). I spent some time chatting with Mom while we hung out for a nice casual session. She explained to me about a baby blessing they had recently attended for a friend and it sounded really interesting (and like something I would totally want to photograph.... hint, hint to anyone that may be doing something along those lines.....). We swapped stories of life as mom's and stories as professionals in the medical world (she's in OT), and it reminded me that the world I left behind was not one that I didn't like, but just one that wasn't quite right for me. Yes, I do miss it. I'm always impressed by those that were made to be in that world though, and those that truly love it. Go Allison! Always impressed by people who manage to rock lives as professionals and amazing parents....... and she just ADORES her son beyond my abilities to describe it. Which is easy to do because he is way too cute and curious. I had a great time meeting, chatting, and photographing (and of course, playing peek-a-boo with Terran!) you both. Many thanks to another awesome family! Oh! We can't forget about Smiles, the intensely ferocious pup.... well, ok..... more like loud until you get out of your car kind of pup :) Hey, he looks like a dog I know pretty well, don't you think so Renee?

Autumn Family Portraits | Plymouth, NH

On a fairly gray morning in November I was able to meet a wonderful family and take their photos. Almost three years old (right around Thanksgiving), this little girl was on the go! We all use the saying "if I could bottle up that energy", but really. I would. There was a lot of love, a lot of running around, and some great outfits (Mom has excellent taste, I just love her attire!).

Sweet family moments...

So cute!

.... and some fun!

Oh, just look at those eyes!


Of course, we couldn't leave out Whitney!



Thanks for a wonderful morning Q family! It was so great to meet you all!

Freezing Family Photos | Danbury, NH

First snow of the year, right before Halloween! This photo session was given to one of my sister-in-law's co-workers for a birthday present so that she could get a few photos of the family together before her son headed back to Texas. Unfortunately, with some conflicting schedules we were still missing someone, but it was great to be able to get some shots of Pam and both kids before her son Journeyed back home.

Of course, I was still preparing for Halloween at home, but found this hiding in the woods while scoping out spots....

To start, I had the ladies bookend this super cute bench (because we were certain this old bench wouldn't hold all three, it is really for looks rather than function, but thankfully it held up. Had anyone sat in the middle section by themselves or with anyone else, it would have been a disaster. I know, I almost wore the bench as a skirt when standing on it at one point...... lol. Thankfully I did not destruct their property).

Then we moved right along and did a few more shots of just the people. They had a great sense of humor and were a ton of fun to work with.


Having an older brother myself, I can totally relate to this one.....

Then it was time for the animals......
Just look at the face on this pup!

And this sweet old girl....

So beautiful.

And then this crazy guy came out to play! And wouldn't you know.... for the first time ever I had a goat try to eat my hair while I was looking through the viewfinder.

We were all freezing, but took advantage of the snow for one more group shot.

I had a blast joking around and laughing with this crew.
Of course, I found this one on the way out.....

Blog Party | January 2012 | "A Day in the Life..."

For some of you, you have found your way here because another photographer sent you as a progression in a blog party. For those of you who have found this post by other means, allow me to brief you. This post is part of a cooperative blog party geared to inspire those involved to seek new projects as well as spread the word about custom photography. We call it a blog party. Some of you have been sent here via a link in a similar post from Erika Follansbee of Erika Follansbee Photography ,which is wonderful by the way (check it out now, or follow the full circle back through)! This month's theme is "A Day in the Life...".

A little bit of breakfast.....

and then we were off. I stopped to practice with my rented lens (nikon 50mm 1.4g), and shoot a few frozen hydrangeas. I rented that lens with a few things in mind; this post, an indoor portrait session, and to try it before I buy it. I love it, but have to agree that it is a lot of work to get things super sharp when the aperture is wide open.

Later on at the photo session.... this little cutie was into everything! Nine months is a very fun stage and it was so exciting to see her so active. I hadn't seen her in almost three months, which was entirely way too long.

While taking care of my mother's house (while she spent a little time with the palm trees), Emma took a few moments to read through some of her old books.


I know what you are thinking..... "oh, cheddar and broccoli soup".

Nope. Failed attempt at a green smoothie. Too much yogurt, no ice, too much banana, and not enough spinach. I have to admit, it certainly did not taste as bad as it looked.

For those of you who don't know me......

Self portraits. This one is my favorite...

Although, I love my shoes and socks!

Back home, Emma was busy crafting away. She was working on some safety pin and bead bracelets. This one is "ocean waves".


How firefighters and EMTs decompress.

My first attempt at homemade potato chips (you can find the recipe here, they were quite tasty).

And one of my favorites of the day..... a little help goes a long way.

A huge thanks to all those who are involved for making this possible and motivating me to do more, learn more, and view more. Be sure to move on to the next post from Stephanie Johnston of Princeton House Photography to see how she made meaning of this project.

Family Portraits | Squam Lake, NH Photographer

This past autumn I had the pleasure of photographing my Girl Scout co-leader and her family. I must say, those kids are 100% replicas of their parents. Mom and daughter even sound just like each other... of course, mom is missing that slight hint of attitude that we all remember having at one point :)

Though it was a rather dark day, we lucked out enough to miss the rain. The first part of the session was spent around Squam Lake followed by a few personal shots of the kids at home.




I remember almost nine years ago when this pretty teen was just a little girl hanging out at my baby shower. Crazy.


Then we moved on to their home to take a few shots of this crazy guy in his element...


Of course, kitty found his way into the photos as well ;)

Lastly, we did a few shots with the dirt bikes to send along as thank yous to his racing sponsors. This kid sure can zip right around!


Thank you so much for a fun afternoon!