Monthly Archives: September 2017

Family portrait session (Angela, Joe, & B) – Gloucester, MA

When they told me that little B wasn’t much of a smiley kid, and was more on the serious side, I didn’t *really* think that her serious side would be long lasting at the beach. But, of course her parents knew her best – it took a long while before she cracked a smile and looked at me with such an inquisitive eye for almost the entire session. Her adorable smile first broke through when Joe pretended that the little crab pinched him. She thought it was the funniest thing!

Angela and Joe, thanks so much for sharing your Friday evening with me on the beach. Good luck on your big move and settling into your new home.

Senior Portraits (Nick) – Hampton, NH

Starting new classes, a new season of sports, getting all the school supplies you need, and gearing up for your last year of high school comes with an additional task and challenge: looking at colleges. Nick appears ready to take on all of the above with confidence and focus. He has his strong and steady parents at his side (literally and figuratively – check out Allison’s bio) as well as the support of his sisters (one of whom was at soccer during our session). While I realize it’s not standard to have photos of family mixed in with a senior session, upon reflection, it actually seems very fitting.

I’ve known Nick since he was a curly-haired toddler (yes, I’m dating myself again) so it’s bewildering to see him towering over his mom and trying to match his dad’s height. Nick, I wish you all the best as you navigate your way through this last year of high school and into your college years! Allison and Matt, so good to see you (and good luck to you as you send off your first!).

Family portrait session (Katja, Brad, & Z) – Watertown, MA

Cute Z turned the big one not too long ago. According to her lovely parents, she has taken a couple of steps here and there but hadn’t seemed quite motivated just yet. Apparently, she must have heard them talking because she seemed out to prove them wrong. She went back and forth between them a number of times, each time with a smile bigger than the last, each time a bit more confident. Before you know it, she will be running the length of the field with ease. My advice: don’t blink.

Katja and Brad, it was so lovely meeting the three of you! Congrats on making it through the first year and best of luck as you now childproof everything within her reach.

Senior Portraits (Josh) – Rye, NH

So there I was, telling this high school senior a story about how, at 3-years-old, he didn’t like anything to be floating around the pool (noodles, inflatable toys, etc.) for fear of it going in the filter. And then it hit me – that’s how old *I* am. Yikes.

More importantly, Josh is now a high school senior who spends an inordinate amount of time in the pool on two swimming teams. He’s been exploring colleges and thinking a lot about the future ahead of him. His easy-going demeanor and ability to chuckle at some really bad jokes made this session a breeze. We also took the opportunity to get a few of him and him sweet mom, Alisha, together. Josh, I wish you all the best in this milestone year of high school. By all accounts, you have a bright future ahead of you! Alisha and Glenn, you should be quite proud.

Family portrait session (Kristen, Rich, J, K, & grandparents) – Charlestown, MA

There is something magical about kids and water – be it swimming, jumping waves in the ocean, or commanding the hose at the garden – it brings out a silly and joyful side that is completely endearing. After the family portraits, the kids took on the important job of watering the family’s garden plot. Little K, especially, seemed to revel in the water sprayer. It was so awesome to watch these two have so much fun. Kristen and Rich, it was so great meeting you all!