6 month old Miss *E*

This cutie-pie was seen here only a few months ago- for her 3 month baby photos. Isn’t she a doll?? And I will admit I love her doggie- he shows me more love than my own dog! :)

Her daddy sure knows  how to make her laugh! :)

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Friday, November 21, 2008

One Year Old Divine Miss *M*

One year olds are notoriously discerning in just who they will play with- so I felt honored to be let into her circle :) After being a little cautious of me and my big ole camera- she warmed up pretty quickly. I knew I was golden when she sat in my lap. :)

This one just makes me laugh :)

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Isn’t she a cutie?

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Her fluffy little duck hair is soooo precious!

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She really loves this book!

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Future architect? :)

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Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Gorgeous Fall Day with the *H* Family

In MN Fall weather is so short, but when it’s here it’s just soooo lovely! We were lucky to have a gorgeous day for their session! One of the last lovely days of the season- considering it’s currently snowing just to the west of us :)

 

Big brother *C*- isn’t he handsome? 

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Sweet Miss *L* who LOVED being photographed! :)

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Baby *K* who was not so interested in being photographed :)

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The entire lovely family!

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Thursday, November 6, 2008

The 2nd *P* on the Block…

Meet sweet Mr. P- who is the 2nd P on their street I’ve had the pleasure of photographing! His cute neighbor Miss P, has been seen here.  I love shooting in Minneapolis, especially in South Minneapolis…the light there is just so yummy! As my blog regulars know- I have a special affection for toddlers…it probably stems from my years in college I worked as a toddler teacher (in south mpls no less!) but I just LOVE this age. I could have spent all day with Mr. P just listening to him and playing :)

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Isn’t he just so adorable!!

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The upside down turtle makes me giggle….

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Sigh…..

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Wednesday, November 5, 2008

The *C* Family at the Peace Garden

What a lovely morning in Minneapolis! The weather was very cooperative, and the kids were super troopers! Not to mention super duper cute too :)

 

How sweet is she? :)

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I just love those little toothers!

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Miss *N* and her 3yr old smile

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Mr. *W* and his TDF eyelashes…

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Thanks *C* Family! :D

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Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Little Man Blue Eyes- 9m Photo Session

I had the pleasure of photographing this little man a few months back for his 6m photos- and what a superstar he was! Well Mr. F had to show off and be even MORE photogenic this time! It’s amazing how much he’s changed in 3months- click here to see him at 6m!

 

Why is he so happy? He’s looking at his momma of course!

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Look at those sweet little toothers!

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I love his little tongue in this one :)

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Friday, October 31, 2008

Sunshiny Day in Minneapolis

Okay seriously- how ADORABLE are these two?? They started off a little apprehensive about the whole photoshoot idea, but warmed up pretty quickly and really had fun with it!

 

Showing some team spirit! T’s crooked glasses just CRACK ME UP!

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Miss W and her brilliant smile

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I. Want. To. Squeeze. Him.

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What makes a 2 and 3 yr old smile like this? A jellyfish on my head of course.

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And N- these are for you :)

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Monday, October 20, 2008

4yr old Fall Fun

I met *N* and her parents at their neighborhood park. I love shooting at locations that have personal meaning for clients- it makes the session that much more fun! Miss *N* had all sorts of stories to tell me about things she loves to do.

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Is there anything more fun in the fall?

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The family having a tickle-fest :)

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Wednesday, October 15, 2008

My Favorite Delano Family

They have been seen many times on my blog- baby *A* most famously as I photographed his birth into this world back in March- seen HERE. He’s now 6months old!! The big brothers boys C+C are two my kids favorite people- and always have a blast when they get together.
And that baby boy- isn’t he just delicious!?

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Monday, October 13, 2008

Gorgeous Miss *I* in Minnetonka

I met Miss *I* and her mom on Monday which was a lovely fall day. What a hoot this little toddler is! Soooo sweet and adorable! I’m a little late on my sneak peek-  but hopefully you’ll find it worth the wait! :)

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Friday, October 10, 2008

Sneak Peek for the *S* Family

The *S* family recently relocated to MN from AZ….and the day of their session was one of those perfect MN fall days that makes you so happy to reside in Minnesota. Truly just PERFECTION. It’s one of the little things about living here…we have an appreciation for Fall and Spring that people in other states do not. Come here for the winter and you’ll understand why :)

Anyhoo- on to the sneak peek…. is this family just not GORGEOUS!! Talk about photogenic and so easy-peasy to be around. They made my job a piece of cake!

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Beautiful Miss *J* who’s only 7 but seems so much more mature and wise for her young years.

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Spunky Mr. *A* who I greatly appreciated laughing at my silly puppet shows- this was I believe about a stinky skunk. Why is the word “stinky” so amusing to 2yr olds? I don’t know- but I embrace it!

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This to me is the epitome of their ages….7 and so calm and posed…2 and ready to spring into action!

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This just plain cracks me UP!

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There’s just nothing like a walk through the woods in the Fall…

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This one just makes me smile :)

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Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Chatty, Chattier and Chattiest :)

Anyone who’s ever met my kids- knows they can talk. I mean…TALK. They are insane chatterboxes. It’s rare that I run into a family with kids as chatty as mine. Up till now the only kids I’ve met that could outchat mine- are my friend Sara’s (kids seen here) These 3 sisters were such a hoot! Endless chitchat and verbal energy that had me laughing, just because I felt so at home. Besides being able to tell me lots and lots of stories- they were also just completely sweet and fun to be around. :)

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Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Newborn Baby *A*- Pretty In Pink

It seems lately the newborns I’ve photographed have been of good size- it’s been awhile since I’ve had a little one! Isn’t she just the cutest thing! A few weeks old but very accommodating of my “arranging” her for photographs. I’ve been WAITING for awhile to have a teeny baby girl to try the shot in the pettiskirt so was very excited to be able to do it!

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Little Pumpkin!

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They won’t stay curled up like this for long….but I do love it when they do.

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Of course baby feet….my blog followers know I have a soft spot for baby feet :)

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I will admit to having a weakness for this pose….I just love it, and it’s HARD to do with wobbly newborns so when it works my heart does a little happy dance :)

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Thursday, October 2, 2008

Sweet Newborn Baby *H*

Four weeks old and cute as a button! He was very interested in his surroundings however, and not so interested in falling asleep. That’s the tricky part with newborns- they go from sleeping like rocks 24/7 to unpredictable awake times within only a few short weeks! Clients often ask when scheduling sessions why I plan on 2-3hrs…it seems like a long time, but most of that time is spent waiting for baby to settle in, eat, get changed, etc. I joke it’s 2hrs of waiting and 30min of shooting :) You just never know what the baby will be like that day- which is why I’m never in hurry- we’ll take all the time we need!

The great part about Baby H’s mix of asleep vs awake is that we were able to get some great photos of him in both states! :)

I just love his little half sneer in this one :)

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Sooo snuggly and beautiful!

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Happy dreams…

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His lips just kill me- sooo stinking cute!

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I love his Buddha-like pose in this….(his choice, hee hee)

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I think mom and dad will find him sleeping like this for many years to come…

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Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Sweet 1yr old Miss *P*

Okay seriously- is she not just the cutest thing?? Those bottom teeth just kill me! Miss *P* was a little unsure of the whole being photographed thing, but she warmed up to it, thanks to her parents great ideas to get her laughing!

I went to grab a few for the sneak peek but couldn’t stop- there just so many adorable ones! So they get an extra few :)

Must start with my FAVORITE!

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Her expression just cracks me up!

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Isn’t she sweet?

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Look I can walk! (with some help of course…)

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With her sweet little doggy 

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Her two favorite fingers…

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Are her eyelashes not divine??

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Monday, September 22, 2008