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I thought it would be fun to post these two sessions together. A before and after, if you will… Eric and Elissa have become great friend of mine. I met them when Eric hired me to photograph them paparazzi style when he proposed to Elissa at Chautauqua park. That was back in 2008. Here they are today, a beautiful family with two dogs and a sweet newborn named Shira. It is such an honor to get to photograph these times in my clients lives.. I really get to capture some intimate moments. And for those of you who are freaked out by breastfeeding shots, or who think that it should be private, get over it. Breastfeeding is one of the most natural aspects of motherhood. I’ve heard that it takes seeing a woman breastfeeding 6 different times for it to sink in and become “natural” to someone who has otherwise not been exposed to breastfeeding. So I’m determined to not only be the photographer who isn’t scared to post breastfeeding on my blog, but I also want to show it for what it is. Beautiful. Natural. Wonderful.
I once again had the pleasure of working with this incredible couple. I shot Andrea and Duane’s engagement portraits and wedding back in 2008 and last Saturday, went to their home to photograph their maternity portraits. Not much changes–(expect for a new baby and all). Andrea and Duane are just as photogenic as ever and helped me create these fun, vibrant images with their sparkling personalities and hospitality. I really hope I will be vising over and over in the years to come. Andrea and Duane are a dreamy couple to work with and I am so happy and excited for the adventure they are on…
Congratulations, Andrea and Duane—It’s a wild ride, guys! xoxo
I know, I know…. I said I wasn’t taking any more shoots until my little nugget arrives, but I met Jessica and Tim in my natural childbirth class and after getting to know them a little bit, I was really excited to get my camera on this family of 4–errr 5. Jessica and Tim are due a week after Jesse and I, and are having a little boy. The shoot was so easy because conversation flowed as Jessica and I shared our fears, excitements, and wonders over what the next few weeks will bring. It was nice. We did the shoot at their home Sunday morning over coffee (they own and operate CODA coffee and I was relieved to hear that Jessica also has been drinking coffee her entire pregnancy). I learned early on in class that Jessica and Tim’s pups, Whiskey and Boot are very important to them, so of course we incorporated them in the session as well. It was a perfect shoot of a day in the life of Jessica, Tim and their little baby boy in the oven.
Love love love it. so beautiful and natural.
(04.24.2012)Julie, these are just gorgeous. You inspire me.
(04.24.2012)Awwe, Julie -- you never cease to amaze me! As usual, love the honesty in what you capture. That last picture is perfection!!!
(04.24.2012)The most beautiful family I have ever seen!!! Great pictures -- you captured the bliss of parenthood! 4/24/12
(04.24.2012)Absolutely gorgeous! The second to last is one just takes my breath away!
(04.25.2012)Was going along enjoying the maternity pix... then wam, bright colors, and then... cute brand new baby... . love the flow.
(04.26.2012)These photos are absolutely incredible..he are so full of life,love and joy. Each one is a masterpiece on its own. Thank you for sharing this beautiful family with all of us.
(04.29.2012)Yay for hungry babies. Yay for breastfeeding mamas. Yay for supportive partners. Great emotion, great depth.
(04.30.2012)Lovely! What else can you say really?? :)
(05.02.2012)These photos are beautiful! Being a father and expecting another one soon these photos brought me back to when i had our first. Great job!
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