For each home session I do, I try to get a sense of what my clients want to capture and then simply go with the flow. I mean, going with the flow but with some direction when needed! For this shoot, we wanted to capture real-life moments but also some nice “casually-formal” portraits too. I’m not sure if “casually-formal” is a thing, but I’m gonna roll with it. I utilize the aspects of the home that I find appealing to my eye for backdrops and also ask my clients to tell me what they love about their own home. Its super helpful and gains me insight into what they may or may not realize they envision from their session with me. For example, when asked what they loved about their yard, the garden and colors in the last image featured was a favorite spot for this mom of three. In the end, you get natural, relaxed portraits that also hold a bit more meaning to those who will-in the end-cherish the pictures most.
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Here's a fun shoot I did earlier in the week with some old friends. Loving the scenery, the color scheme and of course the subjects. Enjoy the eye candy!
My second shoot from the 
I'm so excited to share all of my shoots from the 
My second shoot from this weekend was with Ala and Calum. We opted to use the bright flowers from the garden as our main backdrop and then we headed down to the grassy area of the park. It was the perfect combo with everyones outfits and I'm loving the outcome. Enjoy!
This weekend I photographed a large family portrait- complete with grandparents, twin brothers, and 3 super cute little ones. Ive been photographing 2 of the littles since they were first born, and it was an extra special treat to meet the rest of the family. Loving the celebration of family in these pictures. Enjoy!
This morning I met up with William and his little sister Julianne for their summer portraits. We were a little worried with the weather, but mother nature was kind and we managed to get some amazing pictures. The simplicity of the color palate mixed with their beautiful faces makes me so excited to share!
This weekend I met up with Zoe for her 1 year portraits. Gorgeous morning, gorgeous girl, gorgeous garden. Beyond thrilled with our outcome. Enjoy!
My last shoot of the day was with Alexander and his parents. The special thing about this shoot, was that I photographed his parents wedding 7 years ago. Catching up, meeting their baby boy and talking about life was really a wonderful way to finish off the Connecticut spring portrait day. Its always an honor when I get to document these special milestone. Thanks for the fun, guys!!
My second shoot from yesterday's Connecticut spring portrait day was with Brielle. She was so excited to have her picture taken (yay!) and loved exploring the gardens and flowers. Here's a sneak peak of our time together....
Today was my Connecticut spring portrait day in Stamford, CT. What a gorgeous morning we had! My first shoot was with these two adorable twins. Its crazy to think an entire year and a half has gone by since our last shoot...so many changes have taken place. Between their personalities, smiles and toddling- I was in picture taking heaven!
We headed to Branch Brook Park, in Newark NJ the weekend of the cherry blossom festival. My intention was to photograph my daughter for her second year birthday portraits at this park. I figured it would be a nice way to celebrate the season she was born in, plus pink happens to be her favorite color. So we packed up and headed out at sunset (a very bad time in our house considering we have a 2 year old and a 6 month old). But we went anyway because I'm a photographer and I needed to get the best shot. Scarlett was a difficult subject to say the least. I was sweating and bribing her with everything I had. In the end, the bubbles kept her mildly entertained and I was able to capture a few shots I love. But when I got home and looked at them all, I though she just looked "off." Turns out she was on the brink of a very bad cold. So all I see when I look at her face is a sick little girl. But still, the lighting- the dress- the trees- are too breathtaking. I'm compelled to share! Hope you enjoy this little snippet in to my original idea for her "second birthday portraits."
Today I met up with baby girl, Charlie. A whole year has passed since we saw each other, and what a personality this little lady has! We chose to do the shoot at Branch Brook Park since the cherry blossoms are finally in bloom. What better than to celebrate her birthday while capturing the seasons blossoms, right? So happy with the outcome!
Here are some portraits with little miss Julie- I can't believe an entire year has gone by since our last session. What a cutie pie, and what an amazing head of hair! Here are some faves with her family and adorable sister Josie in celebration of her first birthday!
This week I met up with Brad, Colleen and Bridget for their annual family portraits. I really enjoy working this these guys, they are so sweet and easy to shoot. We got lots of keepers from our time together and here are just a handful of my favorites...
