Families

While my first love is definitely in-home photo shoots, there is something so magical about families outdoors in pretty light. I’m always up for a new adventure if there is a place that is special to a particular family. But, for those other times when families would like me to suggest some options, there are […]

Family Photo Location: what to look for

Families

Two young sisters in pink dresses laughing in an open field.

When you have your first, you document your pregnancy. You do the beautiful maternity session with lovely flowing dresses and the quiet. You schedule the newborn session months in advance to make sure you have the time blocked off. You call the pediatrician every time there’s a sniffle…well, maybe not every time. Basically, you do […]

No. 2 – family photographer in Westchester NY

Families

Sleepy Hollow, family photographer, westchester photographer, big sister, maternity, black and white photo

Tips & Tricks for New Moms & Dads This one’s for you, all you new moms and dads out there. I’m lookin’ at you, sleep-deprived mom trying to keep her eyes open at breakfast. I’m lookin’ at you, dad trying to avoid being peed on mid-diaper change. I’m lookin’ at you guys, too, siblings trying […]

Tips & Tricks for New Parents

Newborns

When I was in high school, we were able to participate in a senior class retreat called Kairos. It was a four-day retreat that culminated in the students’ return to their families amidst applause and newfound self-awareness. And, within the bucolic and idyllic confines of that four-day retreat, kids (hopefully) came to know what it […]

Live the Fourth – Nyack Photographer

Families

Nyack, nyack photographer, nyack family photographer, lifestyle photography

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