When Matthew Smiles...

The whole world smiles with him!
This morning was Matthew's 4 month baby plan session. His mommy combined our 2 session "Sweet Beginnings" package (maternity and newborn) with our 3 session "Sugar and Spice" baby plan (3 sessions in the first year). This means I get to see a LOT of Matthew, and I look forward to it like crazy!

For one, his sister Caroline is the munchkin that prompted me to create a baby plan in the first place.

For another, she looks forward to seeing me as much as I look forward to seeing her. I've known her since she was just 4 months old, and there is nothing more special than seeing these sweet babies grow up, learn to sit, crawl, walk, talk, and then become big sisters and brothers to new babies.

It's a special thing, this job I have.

So anyway...Matthew.

He smiles.

A lot.

And I don't mean just with his mouth or cheeks...He smiles with his entire body. Take a look:
And here:
Admit it...you're smiling now too!
He is just a joy! And a bit of a chunk...I can't wait for his next session when we get to showcase all those rolls as he sits up like a big boy!
And when Matthew cries...he cries with his whole body too.

Nash...

Remember that cute little baby bunny from last week? That is baby Nash, resident little brother to the superstar that is Hopper, and hands-down the *easiest* newborn I've ever had the chance to photograph.

I told his mommy more than once to tell me her secret, because I have NEVER EVER worked with an easier little one.

Hopper, however, kept me on my toes. He's a fast one!

Their mommy casually mentioned that they just happen to have this gigantic shell...could we incorporate that?

This is me = Giddy.

Their silk curtains were the perfect backdrop. And again...he slept!Just to prove that Nash really does know how to cry...this is the one time that he expressed dissatisfaction.
And then he rolled over and did this:

Seriously...easiest kid. Ever.

Hoppy Easter!

One quick sneak from today's newborn before I head out the door to Houston (because seriously...how could I *not* post this little guy?).

I'll have more in a few days. And they are ALL gorgeous...just get ready for newborn cuteness overload!

Have a great weekend everyone!

ETA: The adorable hat was purchased by this little guy's mom HERE

Work it, Wyatt!

This morning brought a special ray of sunshine into an otherwise dark and dreary morning. Mr. Wyatt talked his parents into coming to see me, all the way from College Station.

Okay, so his Mommy is my little sister's best friend. And he is exactly 2 weeks older than my darling nephew.

And those little "in's" are exactly what talked me into dragging out (and dusting off) my studio equipment on a nasty day like today. Add a bright strobe to a little guy that's not used to the this Daylight Savings time-change-a-ma-jig, and I was *shocked* at how much we were able to get.

He was just a supah-star!

I think he looks like a little green pea-in-the-pod on this brown blanket:

And best of all, he only peed twice on my stuff!Okay, so once on my camera...but really, who's counting?

Andrew...

This morning I had the chance to finally meet this fun little guy. His Mommy has been the recipient of a few gift certificates in the past, and today she cashed them all in for her sweet little man.

We covered a lot of ground in the time that I was there. Andrew was up for anything...exploring the backyard:

Cuddles with Mommy:


Forcing Puppy to cooperate for pictures:


And even cruising down the halls on his tractor (I guess Puppy was the navigator). This is one busy, happy, well-loved little guy!

When Dad suggested we incorporate his guitar, I was all over it. And when Andrew picked his little guitar up and started *strumming* (no lie-this kid can really strum!)-I was shocked! I love this sweet little father/son moment:
And in the end, we did a little swinging (anything to fight off those naptime blues...which could be a song! On the little guitar! Get after it guys...).

Introducing...

Ethan Edward, little brother to Alex...my last sweet newborn of 2007!

I love how Alex is looking at Ethan in this very first image from our session (literally, the first click of my shutter)...Curious? Or a hint of trepidation?



For those lucky enough to receive one of the Christmas Cards/Birth Announcements-this will grace the back. The boys' sweet mom gave me free reign in designing their card (which could stem from the fact that she thinks I'm a design genius. Or the fact that she is slowly recovering from her c-section. Who knows...) Either way-*LOVE* the laughter and happiness in this moment. And the tones...earth tones make me swoon.

Call me crazy...but I *think* he might be a thumb sucker.



How we ended our session...many nursing sessions, two poops, and one "Are we done yet?" big brother couldn't put him to sleep. But he was no match for the Miracle Blanket? Ahhhhh...bliss.