• Fain Family Vacation.

Grandma and Grandpa took little Molly and Henry on a vaca to their Nantucket home. Lucky kids, huh?!

Molly's crazy about this hammock.

Red wagon = classic. Love it!

Isn't it sweet when siblings get along?

This is my favorite.

The cute kids.

The happy fam!

Hope to see you again next year!

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• Laura + Chris, Nantucket Engagement Session.

Laura and Chris are getting married here in just a few weeks! Stay tuned for their wedding, coming soon.

Guess who Chris does graphic design for?

Somehow these two go together (like birds of a feather).

Love that warm light!

I have a thing for texture.

Try as I may, I couldn't make this one look less like a postcard. Oh well! That's what you get when you live on a touristy island! Ha!

A few more as we strolled downtown.

This one is sweet.

See you in October!!

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• Ethan's 1st Birthday Party! (Year in the Life)

Ethan is one! I finished up his Year in the Life Collection at his first birthday party on the beach at Miacomet.

(For the record, his eyes are little dark brown marbles, I did not touch them up.) Check it out, he's walking!

There were buckets for all the kids and a really colorful cake, yum.

Ethan's so cute, hanging out with his buddies.

Some mom and dad time during all the fun.

Finally, a stroll down to the water. I love footprints in the sand.

Happy Birthday Ethan!

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• Baby Nico!

Nico was born August 6th. I think he's a spitting image of his big brother Cosmo. He's a tiny cutie pie.

This is session #2 of his Year in the Life Collection. Here he is at 10 days. 

Oh, those tiny hands and feet. So sweet.

I love his expression in these next two.

Cosmo tells me "I don't think Nico likes his picture taken."

Ava had a little better luck a few seconds prior!

Rock 'n Roll, Cosmo!

Laura and Luke, I couldn't be happier for you. You have two gorgeous little boys!

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• My Girl in Black + White.

It's been a crazy busy summer. Far, far, far exceeded my expectations. I'm not complaining one bit, but unfortunately I feel like I haven't spent as much quality time with Ava as I'd like. I took a beach day with her today and it felt good. 

I think an Ava post is in order!

Here are some recent favorites of my girl in black + white.

I love my kid.

• Emily + Henry's Nantucket Engagement Session.

Emily and Henry are getting married on Nantucket next year! We strolled around downtown then headed off to Steps Beach for their session. We found lots of nice nooks to shoot in. This time of year is awesome for color on island. Flowers are in bloom, the trees are green, life is good!

(Don't I live in a beautiful place?)

My faves of the day:

I just drove by this today and noticed that they're re-doing the compass rose. Did we have good timing, or what?

It was great hanging out with you guys. See you next year!

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• Baby Henry at 3 months!

Baby Henry's 3 months old and back for Session 4 of his Year in the Life Collection!

Sandy toes.

Yes!

With his proud parents and two of my favorite people, Brianne and Pete!

Pssst, Henry! Don't grow up too fast!

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• Julie + Sean Connely's Berkshire Wedding

Sweet. 

That's the one word that kept popping into my head as I drove around Egremont, MA, in the Berkshires, where Julie and Sean were married. Rolling hills, tall trees, antique shops, used book stores, little diners, big barns and long winding roads. It smelled good. I really enjoyed it. Very sweet.

Julie and Sean were married on her grandparent's property overlooking lots of lush green on August 9th, 2008.

On to the details.

Here's the best reason for adding a second shooter to your Collection. While the fabulous Earl Christie was shooting the guys...

...I was taking care of the girls. Who wants to miss out on those moments?!

(Yes, that's the one and only Brianne on the left! Julie was her maid of honor last year. Stay tuned for her latest beach family portrait session, coming shortly.)

Flower girl Emily was all smiles, all day. I love all the phantom hands and feet in this one!

While I was shooting the ceremony here...

Earl was getting a different angle. Sure beats having me run circles around the crowd, doesn't it? ;)

We also had the same vision when it came to the portraits of the guys and girls, TALL trees! The ladies were with me, men were with Earl!

I really loved the sweet country feel.

Green always makes me happy. Isn't Julie a beauty?!

Congratulations guys! I had a hard time fitting into your suitcase, guess you'll have to enjoy St Lucia without me this time. :) Have fun! 

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• Announcement

I will not be taking any new portrait clients in August or September. My goose is cooked!

Please inquire about Portrait Sessions for October and beyond.

Thank you!

• The Holland Family's Nantucket Portrait Session

Here are a few of my favorites from the Holland's Portrait Session at Brant Point.

I'm loving backlight lately!

We took turns going in the water!

Yup, loving backlight!

Favorite!

I'm literally running out the door now to catch the ferry in a couple minutes! I have a really fun wedding this weekend in the Berkshires. Can't wait!

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• Rebecca + Scotty Hecker's Portrait

Rebecca and Scotty brought along their puppy Molly for their portrait at Miacomet Beach and Pond. The sky was amazing as the sun started setting. 

The light was so sweet and golden. Yum.

I'd love to see this as a big canvas.

Aren't they sweet?!

I love a crazy, feathery sky!

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• Winter in July :: Card Special!

As promised, I'm throwing a Winter in July Special!

It's time to start thinking about the Holiday season. Sorry folks, hate to say it, but the year is more than halfway through!

Here's the deal. Order any 2 packs of Cards, get one complimentary pack. That's an additional 24 cards! Deadline is 11:59pm EST on Sunday, August 3rd.

These can be Birth Announcements, Holiday Cards, Thank You Cards, Birthday Invites, Save the Date, ANYTHING, go nuts! They are printed on beautiful specialty paper that I use for my own personal cards.

You'll be given 4 (or so) designs for you to choose from. Just let me know your style, favorite image/images and text. No two designs are ever the same.

YES, you may pre-order these cards for already scheduled, future portrait sessions. Please note that the HOLIDAY DEADLINE for card orders to be delivered by December 1st is October 31st.

Get them while it's hot! Pun intended. ;) CLICK HERE to order your cards. Simply buy 2 packs, and you'll receive 3.

• Back By Popular Demand :: The Mini-Collection

• Nantucket only
• Any day if Pre-Season = November 1st 2008 - April 30th 2009
• Monday-Friday only if High Season = May 1st 2008/2009 - October 31st 2008/2009
• Any day if booked within 4 weeks of wedding day

Inquire Within.