During my maternity leave I had a few "watch me grow" babies who were turning 1 and I wanted to make sure I was able to photograph them. Since Lucas lives so close to me, it was not a problem to step away from my baby for an hour to photograph him. It was great to see how much he's grown in a year. What a happy little guy! We had a wonderful time and I'm so glad I was able to capture this milestone in his life. Happy 1st birthday, Lucas.
I began taking appointments for the fall season on August 1st. I'm almost completely booked up already for the fall, so if you'd like to reserve a date for your yearly or holiday portraits please contact me. My shooting schedule will be Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. The Saturday shoots will be at a designated location so I can have more than one family shot in one day. Saturdays are very popular and will be booked up soon. Here's a recent photograph of our daughter, Scarlett. She just turned 3 months old at the beginning of August. Its been a lovely spring and summer bonding with her. My sister bought this little elephant costume and I couldn't resist putting it immediately on her.
After much anticipation, I'm happy to let you all know that we gave birth to our daughter, Scarlett last friday. We are so in love and are enjoying ever minute spent with her. I just wanted to post a picture of her from today (obviously I am photographing her daily, she'll be so sick of me by the time she's 2). Once I'm a little more settled I'll be sure to post her official newborn portraits on my blog!
Just reminding all of you, I am on maternity leave until September 2012. If you would like to book something for the fall, please feel free to email me (merney77@hotmail.com). I will begin taking appointments for the fall on August 1st. If you would like to place print orders from previous shoots- send me an email and I will reload your gallery as soon as I can. Wishing you all a wonderful spring and summer and looking forward to catching up with you in the fall!
Although I am technically on maternity leave, its kind of hard to stay away from taking pictures....so today I did a spontaneous shoot with my friends and their sixth month old, Emma. To say she's a cutie pie is an understatement, so I mean- I really just couldn't resist photographing her. Hope you enjoy the sneak peak!
I call this next series "baby boudoir".....and I die....
This afternoon I met up with a friend to photograph the pregnancy of her second baby, a little girl due next month. It was great to catch up and to talk all about what's been going on in our lives. We had a great shoot, despite the chilly, slightly raw feel to the air. I'm loving the results, hope you do too!
This morning I met up with Reese and her parents for her sixth month shoot. OMG is all I can say about her adorable doll face and chubby body. To say I was in heaven while photographing her is an understatement. I can't even deal with the cuteness--prepare yourself....
Earlier this week I had the opportunity to meet beautiful baby girl Zain for her very first photoshoot. She's such an easy going, sweet little thing- and was a joy to photograph. We managed to get some shots of just her, and also with her family- including her grandparents who live overseas. Such a special day, and I'm so happy we were able to capture the love. Enjoy!
This morning I met up with an adorable little guy named Hudson. His parents opted to meet me in DUMBO since its such an awesome backdrop for a shoot (although a bit chilly today!) and we got to work. Hudson's 1 year birthday is coming up next month, and what better way to document his milestone with portraits plus a balloon or two! I'm loving our results, hope you do too...
This morning I had the pleasure of meeting and photographing Cole and his parents. What an angel he is!! We had such a lovely time, and he was a breeze to work with. I don't think he has any idea he had his picture taken today, because he basically slept peacefully through the entire affair. Love it...
Well, I guess its official...we're having a baby girl soon! I wanted to let you all know that I will be on maternity leave starting March 1st and will be back to work in September. I plan on accepting appointments for the fall season starting August 1st. If you'd like to book a session for fall 2012, let me know! I think the fall will book up quickly since my spring and summer clients will be pushed to the fall for their shoots as well.
If you've had a shoot recently, I recommend placing your print order by the end of March. Just let me know if you need your photo gallery reloaded. If you had your shoot a while ago, and decide you want to place a print order (during my maternity leave), just email me and I will reload your gallery for you. I expect there will be a lag time right when the baby arrives, but after a month or so, I should be back on track.
If you purchased a Watch Me Grow package and have your baby's 1 year shoot scheduled during my leave, contact me and we will discuss the options.
I'll miss you all while I'm away, but will be sure to update you on my photographic adventures!!
This weekend I met up with Jeremy for his one year shoot. The last time I saw him was when he was only days old, so I was quite awe struck when I saw how big and handsome he's gotten. We did a few looks and finished off with a fun, yummy cake smash. I think he enjoyed the cake....
Here is the latest outdoor shoot with Juliet, just over 6 months old. She's such an inquisitive little girl, always scoping out the scenes around her. If you could have seen the antics going on behind the camera to coax a smile out of her, you would die. We had a great time, and got some super cute shots. Enjoy!
Today I headed to Stamford, CT to meet with Jack for his 6th month shoot. He's gotten soooo big since the newborn shoot, I couldn't stop staring at his adorable cheeks (with dimples) and chubby thighs! Here's a little sneak peak....
Today I met up with James for a portrait play date. I had so much fun with this little guy, not only is he adorable- but he's such a sweet boy. We managed to get some great indoor and outdoor shots...enjoy the preview!
Yesterday I met up with Shane and her parents for her 1 year photo shoot. It seems like yesterday we were shooting her newborn photographs, and now she's walking around and exploring the world! Our shoot took place in DUMBO which was a perfect spot with the carousel and views of the Brooklyn Bridge. I'm loving how her hot pink is popping against the background. Adorable!
Yesterday I met up with Mia and her parents for her newborn shoot. She's just over 2 weeks now and such a cutie pie. I was so excited to meet her, especially since it was only a little over a month ago I was photographing her parents for their maternity portraits. We had a great time catching up and capturing some very special moments. Enjoy!
Although I am missing the snow, this weather is rather ideal for portrait sessions outdoors. Yesterday I met up with 3 super cute boys for a shoot at Frelinghuysen Arboretum. They were able to explore and run around and in between we got some great photos. Enjoy!
Its so nice when I get to do a winter shoot outside because I love the soft light that comes at this time of year. Since yesterday was relatively mild we opted to do an outdoor shoot at Waveny Park. It was a magical afternoon and I'm loving the natural feel to these pictures. Enjoy!
This weekend we headed up to Rhode Island to ring in 2012 with our good friends. Since Sunday was such a nice day, we decided to go outside and take some family photos. What perfect timing since their baby boy just turned 1!
