Category Archives: Newborns

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Sneak Peek, Mason

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Well, it’s almost time to call it a night but I simply couldn’t turn in without taking a moment to introduce you to Naples newest heartbreaker, Mason. J & D have been fabulously fun clients to work with over the last few years and I am truly honored that they invited me back to share this very special time with them once again.

Mason was only 9 days old at the time of our session but already following in his big brother’s footsteps and being quite the little charmer. What a handsome little dude! 0907sommer04bw_3

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J & D, you guys make the most darling little boys! Thanks again, I’ll be in touch really soon with your proofs and announcements!! :)

Sneak Peek, Austin

For one very special client…

I first met them for a maternity session prior to his birth. This session represents my third visit to their home and each time is truly a pleasure. What a fun family, happy, full of life. Austin’s vibrant personality is a reflection of what wonderful people and parents they are. They are eagerly awaiting baby #2 and I’m accepting bets as to the gender yet again. I’m guessing girl, wonder if I’ll be right this time? My track record doesn’t look too good but I figure I’ve got a 50/50 shot regardless… haha

Here’s sweet Austin at 13 days old…
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And here he is at one - Happy Birthday big guy!! What a ham - don’t ya just love him?!

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Sneak Peek, Saylor

I’d like to introduce to you one of Cape Coral’s most adorable new additions, Saylor. Isn’t she sweet?! Such a good baby too, sleepy or not. ;) She made the whole room light up and had us all laughing before the session was through. Enjoy the sneak peek Mommy, your proofs will be ready soon!!

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tee hee  No milk there silly girl!

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Tu-tu cute!

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Welcome to the world Avery! What an adorable little princess she is too. Mom was very eager for her daughter to arrive, she brought out this darling tu-tu during here maternity session and mentioned that she would love to have the baby photographed in it when she arrived. Of course, I was more than happy to oblige!

What is it about baby toes? I am definitely NOT a foot person in general, but I just can’t get enough of those tiny wrinkled little newborn toes. Wub

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Welcome Sienna!

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Oh goodness, I am slacking, so sorry Mom & Dad. I always try to introduce the newborns fairly quickly on the blog. I just realized I never “officially” welcomed sweet Sienna. I’ve had the pleasure of photographing her big sister, Sydney, for almost two years now. Oh goodness has it been that long? They are such a beautiful family, inside and out. Congratulations on your precious new addition!

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Who sessions a photo session has to be boring? Sydney had an awesome time while we waited for little sis to refuel. :)

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From this…

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To this…

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Life is beautiful.
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my job.

Welcome Paisley

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Join me in giving a very warm welcome to the newest member of the JOY program, Paisley. Now come on, with a beautiful, unique name like that - you just KNOW Mom & Dad are going to be the coolest! :) This little sweetie is going to spend her first year with lifeXpressions and we are going to have fun! She was such a well behaved little girl during our newborn session. Slept on cue, woke up on cue, no tears. She made my job look easy. Crossing fingers that the 3 newborns I’ve got this week are so kind to me. *knock on wood*

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Look at those tiny tootsies, don’t they make your heart melt?

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Sometimes things fall into place so perfectly and a mood strikes. Not always the traditional photograph but then, I’m not always a traditional photographer. There are certain images that strike me as having a larger meaning. One that may not always be outwardly clear but can often be seen when you take the time to feel the emotion of the photograph. This is one of those images. I see this as a wall portrait, on canvas, titled “Our Gift From Above”. Ok, so this is my corny moment of the day. But it works for me, the light falling gracefully onto the top of her head, cradled in Daddy’s protective hands. I adore the shadows and the mood showcased here. *adore it* In fact, it may end up becoming one of my studio samples.

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