I am pondering a bit of a foray into film photography. I like the idea of challenging myself to capture the framing, the light, the subject correctly the first time. I will also rather enjoy the immediate gratification that comes along with an instant camera. For now, my only question is whether to go mini or wide? Both are seemingly excellent options for this dabble in film.
Here is just the tiniest peek from a recent newborn session. Seeing how much the older child loved her baby sister was so, so, so very sweet.
One of the best things about becoming a mother is being able to see things (again) through your child's eyes. Watching that babe watch snow with such amazement was more fun than I ever could have imagined.
I wasn't an early adopter of the iPhone. Now, I don't know what I would do without it. What I love, above all else, is that it allows me to capture so many everyday images of my daughter. All of those tiny moments that end up meaning everything.
We are in the process of moving some things around to try to give me a proper office space and Nora a proper play space. We both need an area for our respective creative outlets.
While I'm having a great time picking out play tables and easels, I am more than a bit excited to start to decorate the new office space. Of course, we'll be reusing a lot of things that we already have, but I may just have to find a way to get my paws on a new desk chair. Preferably, one of the two below. Arms or no arms? That is the question.
I do not know a better way to welcome this new year than with pictures of this new tiny life. Happy New Year!
2011 was quite a doozy. Like most years, it had its share of ups and downs. However, it will stand in my mind as one of the more incredible years. It was the year that I mustered up enough courage to leave my good job to chase my dreams towards a great one. And, the year that I watched my sweet baby grow into a little girl. I'm not one for resolutions, but if there is one thing that 2011 taught me, it is that you have to make your own future. So, I think that I'll make an exception and resolve to simply appreciate this life that my husband and I are building together.
Oh, and I resolve to invest in some more dress-up clothes for this little lady.
As fall is heading into winter, I figured it was time for another installment of tiny fashion. Maybe the images look a bit more like baby mugshots than a toddler photo shoot, but it is beyond cute that N can now follow directions and "go stand against the wall" to humor me and my camera.
A while back, when you didn't need a coat, I spent an incredible weekend in New York celebrating a friend's wedding shower. I've known these ladies since we were just babes. Over time, we've been scattered about the country, but, when we get together, it's as if no time has passed. The laughs. Oh, the laughs. And, there is nothing better than seeing the ones that you love find love. Their wedding was simply magical.
Thank heavens for little girls!
It may have been a chilly morning, but this little lady (and her family) weathered the elements like a seasoned pro!
A tiny peek at a holiday mini session.
. . . like a face full of delicious cake!
Taking pictures of this lovely little family in the most perfect afternoon light may just pushed me over the edge. Okay, fine. Fall, you have wooed me.
My little one is quite the explorer. Yesterday, we discovered the most lovely wild space for her to roam. It was a perfect afternoon.
These two beauties just melted me.
I previously mentioned that fall isn't my favorite season. But, after a few more sessions like this one with such a terrifically fun family, I could be convinced otherwise. Too bad, the forecast this past weekend called for snow.
Summer is by far my favorite season. I love the long days and warm evenings, the dips in the pool, and ocean breezes. After having a girl, I found that I also loved dressing that baby in sundresses and bloomers. I just could not get enough of those bloomers. When the temperatures started falling, I was a bit sad that my girl would finally have to wear pants. But, much to my surprise, dressing a toddler for fall isn't not so bad after all. Since my kid has a better closet than I do, I thought I'd share some of her tiny fashion in this space. She really has a knack for mixing patterns.
For the past few months, my phone has been unprotected. Not smart, I know. Especially, considering how much I rely on it. But, I just couldn't find a case that I loved. Until now. Behold, my perfectly pretty phone case from Uncommon:
