Stephanie,Tom & Isabella 8-16 The Maternity Session

I met Stephanie, Tom and Isabella about 3 years ago when my studio was in center city they lived only a few blocks away from the studio and walked by one day booking me for a baby session. Isabella was a not only a beautiful baby but as far as babies go, so highly cooperative. I loved the images we were able to capture that day and even had a few displayed for s few years. Fast forward 3 years, Tom and Stephanie are expecting their 2nd child. My studio is now in NJ, just minutes from Philly and they now live in NJ just a few towns over and Isabella is even more beautiful than I remember! Her thick wavy locks bounced side to side as they entered the studio. Her adorable cherub face full of smiles. We shot some images of her looking so very cute in her tutu and mom and dad. A great session and soon enough we will be shooting another baby session. I'm always amazed when the realization of time hits. It doesn't stand still and so easily I realize my mortality when I see 3 years progress through the growth of a child..... So much has happened in that span but one thing remains the same. I am still shooting amazing couples, beautiful babies and adorable children and loving it!

Stephanie and Todd - The E-session 8-15-08

The pleasant sound of her laughter wafted through the late afternoon air. It came so effortlessly and it was so genuine that I found myself chuckling as well. I caught glimpses of Todd's shy smile erupting into a broad grin as Stephanie flirted with him while we shot. The look in his eyes told the endearing story of how well they got along and their ever so accommodating demeanor showed me that they were not just thoughtful towards each other but most people as well. I like when couples can have a little or a lot of fun during the session. When you can let loose a little and enjoy the moment you have the opportunity to catch those glimpses yourselves. It only takes a moment to make a memory and I'm glad that we were able to have some fun today and capture these lasting memories. When your wedding day comes, Stephanie and Tony, I know we'll be chasing and catching many, many more!

Rose and Mike - The E-session 8-13-08

A huge thank you goes out to the Chrissey and Mike for connecting me with Rose and Mike! Most of my business has been built on referrals and word of mouth and it has more than sustained the growth I have seen in the past 4 years in my business. However more than just growth in business I feel that I have had the pleasure of forming relationships with so many amazing people that I am honored to be working with especially experiencing with them some of the most momentous of things. From Engagements, to marriages, pregnancies, births, family milestones and much more! I absolutely love my clients and that they refer me to people like themselves! So, thank you Chrissey and Mike, I know your wedding will be fabulous!

I knew from the moment that Rose and Mike met me for their session that we were gonna get along just great! They already love my work and felt so completely comfortable that It was more like just hangin out with old friends. I could tell early on that Mike had an artistic eye. He knew right away where my head was as I took them to various locations. Together Rose and Mike are just so easy to get along with and if I had to sum it up in one word I would say they are"real". They are sincere, honest and real. I loved this about them. The love they share between them is unmistakable and the way they made me excited to shoot today was such a welcome thing. To say the least, I am looking so forward to shooting their wedding next year!




















I love the shot above for a few reasons. First , I am obsessed with back lighting and sun flare and second, how can you resist the moment right before a kiss. The pic below was a welcome accident. It was shot just a split second after the above pic and is out of focus, yet I love it more so for that fact. You can tell that it is Rose and Mike and your mind lets you know that these slightly blurred figures are having a moment that is both romantic and beautiful. I think I have a new obsession... Slightly blurred in it's focus yet perfectly sharp in its message. =)

Much love to you both!

Nicole and Drew - The E-session 8-12-08

I'm on a shooting spree!!! There are more sessions and weddings to follow but today I'm with Nicole and Drew, Woohoo! Nicole and Drew came to the studio and we ran around town for their e-session. I just love, love, love how cute they are together. They were so much fun to drive around with, stopping to shoot here and there that I completely forgot that I was working. It's such a great feeling to be so comfortable. I would have to hope the comfort I felt is the same feeling that I create when I'm shooting. One that invites a relaxed session and fun and sets the tone for capturing the silly, passionate and emotional moments. I think we were able to do that today and I know the wedding day will bring many more opportunities to do the same!

Aren't they just too adorable!


Gotta love the golden tones of the late, late afternoon sun.

















The anticipatory moments are my absolute faves.

8-10-08 The Wedding of Jen & Chase

You could hear the faint sound of laughter as Val and I crossed the street to The Victorian where Jen and her bridesmaids were putting the finishing touches to their hair and make-up. It was hard for me to imagine that just a half an hour earlier as we traversed the AC expressway all we could hear was the pounding of hail and the swishing of my windshield wipers. Yet now, the azure sky peeks so shyly through dark and threatening clouds casting the most lovely light onto us and this day. It was truly my pleasure to spend today with you Jen and Chase! From the moment I met you both it has been nothing short of an ideal experience for me as a photographer. You have allowed me to shoot without limits each and every time we have had sessions and for that I am so grateful. I am so happy that the weather cleared for you! You seem to balance each other in such an extraordinary way and it's a beautiful thing. I wish you both many years of the same love and laughter that you allowed me to witness today! Also a special thank you goes out to Wedding Planner Erin Proud and her assistant for your flawless coordination and attention to detail. Your capable hands demonstrated on more than one occasion to me how stress free and beautiful an event such as a wedding could really be!