Ithaca lovin'

Sweet Sweet A.
I was so lucky to have another session with this little cutie. Boy oh boy, is she cute! Ever so stylish in her beautiful dress, she showed me around her lovely home and yard.
One of the funniest things I've seen in awhile was the exercise bike. Seriously. How cute is that?
Love this sweet little scene.
And love this sweet little scene! Looking forward to meeting your addition next year! Congrats and best wishes.

Double Trouble!

I was so happy to visit these two cuties again this year, this time in their lovely new home in Ithaca. We had so much fun exploring the backyard - hide and seek, leaves, scooters, and general good times. In case you didn't notice, these two are twins. Curls, big brown eyes, smiles from ear to ear, TONS and TONS of personality... just adorable.

What is it about kids poking their heads out of playhouse windows?

Here's one...

Here's the other...
I believe there were monster (or dinosaur?) sounds effects with this one... Thank you, thank you for a very fun and session!

The First!

Four years ago I took pictures of these boys. It was my first paid job with my new business.

This was one of my favorite images from the session 4 years ago!!
Here they are now... still just as cute!!

So creative - they found a large stick and used it as a seesaw of sorts. Until it broke. No one was injured!
Heartbreakers in the making, I tell ya.
Thought this look deserved a little edgy processing... love his smile.


THANK you for your encouragement 4 years ago and thanks so much for another session! I can't wait to show you your gallery.

Fashionistas, more chunky sweaters and a beautiful family!

Five kiddos.
Yep, 5.
Three girls and 2 little brothers.
Beautiful children, each with his or her own personality. We had so much fun!

This little dude ruled the show - you are allowed to do that when you're 2.

This youngest member of the family - an adorable chunk-a-lug guy - all smiles!


"Big" brother has a big personality. He showed his manly skills by moving this pumpkin from the patio up a little hill to our picture spot. Quite the effort put forth!


The girls looked like little models for fashionable childrens clothes. Loved the Uggs and the legwarmers!
See what I mean - adorable!


I thought it would be nice to take some pics with Mom and her lovely daughters... outfit change for the girls!
Thank you very much for a fun session. Your family is great!

Cozy Flannel

Sigh.
Beautiful kids, adorable outfits, an idyllic setting (their property).
Could I be any luckier?

I adore this sweet family - I photographed the littlest one when he was just a wee thing. This time everyone just seemed so much bigger.
Lookin' dapper!

LOVE this one.


We managed to stay outside in the freezing cold for about half an hour before we retreated in the house to have some hot cocoa. Forty degrees in October is just a tad too cold for me. Brrrr...


Sweet sister cuddling up on the chair.
Perfectly adorable.
Thanks so much for letting me capture your sweet kiddos yet again!

Never a dull moment!

I was thrilled when this family contacted me again for photos. I first met them this summer and enjoyed our session greatly. This session was no different - there is something special about this family and it is just so wonderful to be around them. They welcomed a new little baby since I last saw them and she is just about the cutest thing ever... although her wall decorations were mighty cute, too.


We ventured outside to try to find ONE fall leaf (Mom had told me all of the leaves were gone and I kinda didn't believe her until I saw for myself!!). Instead, I found a ginormous pumpkin in their garden. I mean, seriously, people... how cool is that?

The last time I was with them they had found and saved a turtle on the road. This time they found a little baby mouse nest. We were traipsing around the garden and heard squeaking noises. Although the babies didn't need rescuing, it was quite beautiful the way they teach their 3 year old son about loving all creatures.

Another thing I love about this family is their easy going nature. I thought a spot in the weeds would make a cool picture so I asked if they would walk into the weeds. Sure, no problem. And they laughed the whole time!

This is an "after" pic of one of the ones I loved from previous session. Sweet Baby G has replaced Mom's belly - what a loving family!

Firewoman Mom... ready for action at all times!

After G took a little cat nap, she woke up ready to talk and coo.

Can life get any better??

THANK you beautiful S family!

Chunky sweater

Fall is such a sensory season. The gorgeous colors of the leaves, the smell of wood burning fireplaces on chilly evenings, the crunch of dried leaves underfoot... there is so much beauty to the season. When families ask what they should wear for photos I usually comment that "chunky sweaters" are great for kids this time of year. Corduroy and denim, clothing with texture to it. This little guy was right on mark with his sweater (s). They photographed so nicely - and his sweaters help make each image a "fall" image.

We met at the beautiful Green Lakes State Park on a lovely evening.


Love love love this one... beautiful eyelashes!!

See what I mean about his sweater -- perfect!

I know I'm obsessing about it, but look at the patch on his elbow. Love it.

This family had never been to Green Lakes so we walked down the trail a bit... it can get a bit dark for photos on the trail in the late afternoon, but I love how the light is illuminating them here.

Thank you, sweet little man, for a nice session!Happy Fall!!

FABULOUS RED HEAD!!

Holy Moly!
I had so much fun with this gorgeous little red-head. I met her about a year and a half ago and my how she has grown. I love her voice, her personality and, of course her "fabulous" red hair. She is not shy to admit when asked that she has the "most beautiful hair in the world!!"

We started playing dress up...

Then, walking the "balance beam."

And then snuggle time - love how she is admiring her dada!

We took advantage of a gorgeous day and went exploring the cornfield behind the house. I'd say that was a very wise decision... LOVE the textures in this photo.

Throwing leaves on Mommy is always fun.

And we finished playing a little "hut, hut hike" (I think I'm remembering that correctly).

Thanks so much for a great session. I am looking forward to working on the gallery!

First Autumn

Had the fun pleasure of meeting this young family over the weekend. I always love meeting younger families - it remind me of when my husband and I were new parents. It is amazing how fast time flies - I remember certain aspects of my kiddos babyhood quite well, but so many little moments just go too quickly, which is part of the reason I love photographing little ones so much.
This precious little one was so alert, curious and active. She was full of great faces, sounds and movements (she didn't stop moving the whole time!!).

Love the dog in the window here...

It can be challenging to get a picture of EVERYONE lookin' and smilin' nice. Apparently, I was quite fun to watch and I got some great smiles from the little girl!



Checking out a pumpkin. Love love love this one... Look at those chubby cheeks and her lips!
Thanks so much! Enjoy your little girl, take a minute to watch her sleep, study her toes, breathe her in... time really goes too fast.

Big kids + little cousin

It was a pleasure to meet this nice family this week.

Brother and sister, close in age. I asked if they got along to which they replied, "yes." Gives me hope for my two kiddos!!!
Such a pretty, pretty girl.

A future surgeon? I hope a Boston school works out!

The adorable little cousin!
Loved his expressions... I can't remember if there were sound effects to go along with the face, but he was pretty darn cute! Thanks so much for having me over!