Category Archives: Bellies & Babies

[ Felix + Melissa…and Mr. Beans]

Felix contacted me a few weeks before and was so excited to get a session done of beautiful mommy to be Melissa. Its not usual that the “dad” takes control of the logistics of a session so I totally think Felix rocks for putting it all together. We started out at their home (which was huge for NYC) and had GREAT light in the bedroom. Melissa was as cute as can be and was open to all my suggestions.. There is something so beautiful about a woman’s body when she has “life” growing inside of her… Incredible sesssion!!

Enjoy!

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My *FAVE* of the whole session and probably my fave maternity shot to date! Can we say GORGEOUS!!!

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This is my 2nd *FAVE* of the session…A true moment captured between them….melllltiinnnggg!!!

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After our intimate session @ home we went to a really cute park in the boogie down Bronx!

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She is AMAZINGLY glowing!!!!

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Taking in that FRESH air and bright sun.. a rare combo here in the city πŸ˜‰ LOL!

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Introducing Mr. Beans… He totally stole the show! Stay tuned for a blog post just about him!!!

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Ahhh.. Such a PERFECT family picture πŸ™‚

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Can you believe that this pup is still not a year old!! But he was so full of LOVE!! πŸ™‚

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Thought this was was hilarious!

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So dreamy… Felix were you singing a song?? hehe…

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Since this session Felix and Melissa welcomed their bundle of joy “Chloe Violet Leclerc” on 8.24.09 weighing 7lbs and 6oz. Many congrats to the both of you!!! Can’t wait to meet Miss Chloe on our follow up session..Β  πŸ™‚

Photo courtesy of: Justina Solorzano

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[ A Surprise for Cae’sare ] Atlanta, Georgia

My friend Cheri contacted me and let me know a group of her co-workers wanted to surprise their fellow co-worker Cae’sare with a maternity session. After a few months of strategically planning the day finally arrived. I was worried that Cae’sare would wonder who the random girl was at her shower but she was so consumed by the “surprise” of the baby shower that I blended in as one of the guest.

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You know I love the details!!

The food was DELISH!! — Shout out to Cheri!!

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Gotta love the games!! πŸ™‚

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The “surprise” gift that was presented to her.. A photo-session with yours truly immediately after the shower.

Gift provided by:

Sherry, Paula, LaRonta, Tara, Khaliah, and Cheri

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Cae’sare and all the lovely ladies that made it happen!

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A little about Cae’sare + Eric

Cae’sare and Eric, met in Tallahassee while attending Florida State University in 2001.Β  They became fast friends and this friendship bloomed into a loving relationship.Β  Now living in Atlanta, Georgia and pursuing successful careers the two are in love with each other and life!Β  Cae’sare and Eric share laughter, quiet times, and most importantly a deep love and commitment. Now the couple share something more, a blessing from God, they are expecting a daughter. Olivia is on the way and awaiting her are two sets of grandparents , along with her aunts, uncles, and a host of people ready to spoil her rotten (despite mom fighting it)!

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Oh how I love shrubbery!! πŸ™‚

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Isn’t she glowing!!!

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Hello Sir Eric..

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Candid moments are my *fave*

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Nothing more beautiful then *life* in the making..

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My ABSOLUTE *FAVE*

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Thanks Cae’sare and Eric for a great session!!

[ oOoO..Little Dominic Oliveri ] Miami, Florida

What better way to spend the 4th of July then with this little guy! I was DYING to meet the “real” Dominic… last time I “saw” him he was in the womb…hehe

This picture was taken at the baby shower a year ago 7/12/08

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I have been friends with mommy Nikki since middle school. She was the first one of our group to have a baby so you know of course he’s spoiled with so much *LOVE* from all his “aunties”.

So….Hello Sir Dominic πŸ™‚

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I love when they get interactive with me.. Up close and personal!

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Now let me tell you this little one is a fearless!!! He climbed those stairs like it was nobody’s business!!

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This was one of those “inbetween” shots that is SoOOoO one of my *faves*

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Nikki’s dad (pictured below) seriously has to be one of the BEST grandfathers ever!! He was the ONLY one that could make Dominic smile. He would so this little shuffle dance what was hilarious!! G-Pa’s ROCK!! πŸ˜€

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On grandpa’s shoulder… SO SWEET!

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And the smile I waited for the whole day!!!! He made me sweat.. But I got it!! πŸ˜‰

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Many thanks to EVERYONE (Nikki, Mirella, Gizzo, Renee, Jonathan & of course Mr. Butts) for making this shoot a success!! — Ohh and of course for the GREAT BBQ after…

Have I ever mentioned I love my job?? hehe

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[ Fil + Daniella + Annabella ] Miami, Florida

My trips to Miami are fun-filled for many reasons… (1) I’m able to relax with family and friends and (2) I’m able to shoot sessions for loving fans.– Isn’t life grand?

I was excited to finally shoot the Herdocia family on this past trip to Miami.Β  I was in for a treat, from the moment I walked in I was right at home. Kicked off my sandles, unpacked my equipment, and got right down to the fun!! Annabella was perfect! She was alert, happy, & energetic, my kinda girl!! Mom + Dad were great too of course!! πŸ™‚

…simply a beautiful family !!!

With that being said, meet Annabella!

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Now tell me who can resist that sweet face! I am so in love with “Bella” as I affectionately call her!! She was simple gorgeous!Β  And those EYES! My gracious… truly a blessing!

We started off the session with Miss Bella playing in her play crib. Fil a.k.a Dad was talking to Bella and I was able to get this great reflection of her in the mirror..

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Now everyone knows I am obsessed with baby fingers and toes. AHHH I thought It was soo cute how she was holding her hands together! πŸ™‚

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oOoO Look at that smile!!!

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The PERFECT portrait!!! Mom and Dad wanted to make sure I got her “eyes”…. and of course I aim to please πŸ˜‰

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Surrounded by all her stuffed animals.. Hello Lambchop πŸ™‚

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5 little left + 5 little right = 10 perfect little toes πŸ™‚

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I totally melt for the way she is looking at her daddy…Priceless!HerdociaFamily103

So candid…one of those “in between”Β  shots! Miss Bella had taken a short cat nap..

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Another one of my faves… Eyelashes!!!

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Life is good at the Herdocia residence!! Oh how I envy you Miss Bella!! LOL!Β  πŸ™‚

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My *fave* of the day!!! The Whole Herdocia Family!!

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Wanted to make sure I got Fil’s beautiful landscaping!!! Way to go!! He did it all himself!! Such a manly man!! πŸ™‚

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I love this one too!!

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Thank you Fil + Daniella + Annabella for a WONDERFUL session!!! Can’t wait to photograph you again in a few months!! πŸ™‚

And many thanks to Daniella for being my assistant for the day!! πŸ˜‰ — she’s an aspiring photographer too!