Jenn emailed me inquiring about baby and family portraits, and after a few emails, I knew we were going to hit it off.  Maybe it was her brutal honesty or sense of humility, but I just knew I was going to love this family.  When we met a few weeks ago for our pre-consultation, I felt like I was meeting some old, dear friends.  They welcomed us into their home, and Bella the Boston Terrier was immediately taken with Lucas; like all dogs are.  We ate cookies, talked about photography and football, and I laughed at Mike’s dry, sardonic sense of humor.  What I love most about Jenn and Mike is their parenting style – They are realistic and human.  They take it all in stride.  They are the best new parents I’ve ever seen in my life. Mike even has earned the coveted title of the “baby whisperer.”

This weekend we had a morning session because beautiful light flooded their home in the morning, and Estella is a happy, morning baby.  Well, that was the plan – And like most plans, they never work out how you think they’re going to.  But we all were so relaxed, so willing to go with the flow, that it all worked out for the best.  See, Estella took a small, unscheduled nap during the session.  And Bella the Boston kept nudging into the photographs.  And it was all incredible and I’m so glad it all happened – We were able to get portraits of these new, amazing parents just marveling at their daughter, with the dog peeking in.  Someday I hope that Estella can look at these photographs and know how unbelievably loved she is.

Meet Reese.  Reese is one of the happiest babies I’ve ever met.  And one of the most adorable; just look at those big eyes, that smile and fuzzy hair.  It probably doesn’t hurt his parents love him to pieces.

Somehow looking at these photographs again tonight has warmed me up inside.  I hope all you East Coasters stay warm and safe.

In the meantime, here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store for this week!