5-days old and oh so cuddley

I had the best day today - I photographed the most beautiful children (and some lovely moms as well!) - and the images I'm seeing are so amazing. I cannot wait to show you. But they will have to wait as I have to first show you Amber and John's little bundle of sweetness, whose visit to my studio this evening was the perfect ending to a wonderful day at work. Amber's mom remarked about what a great job I have - and I have to agree with her!

Because of this remarkable job, I got to cuddle with this tiny, 5-day-old baby boy, and to witness the joy that he's brought his mom and dad. They are such a special family to me!

Amber - I am so grateful that you found me and trust me time and again to photograph you and your family. Here are a few for you to enjoy while I get your gallery ready. Talk to you soon!

Jessica's baby boy

AWWWW! Look at this widdle face!!! What more can I say, really! Isn't he just the most precious? Thank you, Jessica, for bringing your "little" guy for me to photograph today, as I continue to explore a lighter style of newborn work. More than 9 pounds at birth, this baby still seems so tiny, doesn't he? So good seeing you again! There's nothing better than getting to photograph a family over time.

(By the way, in case my blog readers are left wondering: I'm still committed to the dark, black and white style of newborn portraits that can be seen on my new CenterStageBaby.com- but it's nice working on different styles as well).

Ballerina update

Hi everyone - just an update that I'm a bit ahead of schedule with the ballerina portraits taken last weekend and will have your galleries ready a couple of days ahead of schedule. Stay tuned!

Happy birthday, H!

I feel a little something special for this wonderful little guy. I photographed his beautiful mommy when she was pregnant with him and I also photographed him as a newborn and a 6-month-old. He came today for his birthday portraits. That's one of the best parts of my job - seeing these tiny human beings grow and develop. I so appreciate all of my clients who give me the chance to share, in small part, in this amazing journey of babyhood!

Thank you, John and Julia, for trusting for all of this time with these precious portrait sessions. You are all three special to me!(click on the images to see them better)

Blondie

I had such a great session Thursday with this little girl and just had to share a few with you! Isn't she a beauty? Thank you, Becky - I hope you all have great time in Florida.

Angel face

Look at this little guy! Isn't he just beautiful? Those eyes, those lips, those tiny blond curls. We felt the angels wings were fitting. What do you think?

Thanks, Kathy! It was a pleasure meeting you and your baby boy.

Awwww! Cute little guy!

Beth and Brian brought their baby boy to me this evening; and I got to try out a bit of a different look for newborn portraits. I am known for my very dark, shadowy "low key" newborn portraits but have been wanting to try out a lighter approach -- maybe it's because spring is approaching? Anyway, I appreciate your letting me experiment with your baby! He was sweet as can be - if not a bit...headstrong! Here's a few to enjoy while you wait on your gallery.

Ballerinas - Part II

Here you go - previews from the afternoon sessions. Enjoy! (Your galleries will be ready sometime late next week. I'll email you when they are ready.)

A note about the one just below: I assure her mom that there are plenty of her not making this funny face (when I asked her to say "puppies!"). But it's so cute I had to share.