summer sunsets | family portraiture

Last week I got to take one of my favorite families out for their yearly portraits.  I've loved seeing their family grow over the last 4 years and have been lucky to photograph each of these beauties as newborns and up.  I can't believe the youngest is now 2!   We just did a quick mini session, but got some beautiful new images for them to fill their home with.  Seriously, could this family be more adorable?

glowing | maternity portraiture

When they say pregnant women glow, I'm pretty sure they are talking about this beautiful mama.  This gorgeous couple had their first on the way and wanted to document her pregnancy before the big day.  I just loved working with this beautiful couple.  Their love was so apparent, and I have no doubt their little one will be absolutely adored!

first steps | family portraiture

This cutie had just taken her first steps days before our session, so she was on the go!  I love taking a more natural approach to family sessions, especially when there are little ones involved.  We had a great time letting Maeve explore and I enjoyed capturing the family just being together.

it's a girl | maternity portraiture

After two boys, this gorgeous mama is finally expecting her first girl!  I have no doubt she'll have some amazing and protective big brothers!  I can't wait to photograph the newborn photos in just a few weeks!!!

brooklyn's one | family portraiture

I've had the pleasure of photographing these gorgeous girls since they were born.  This family is gorgeous, adorable, and oh so sweet and I was so excited to get the opportunity to finally do a family session for them.  It was also Brooklyn's 1st b-day so we set aside some time to get some extra special shots of her.  Love her feisty personality!

american girl | family portraiture

What 7 year old doesn't flip over American Girl?  I got to do birthday portraits for the beautiful Bree and she of course had to get her doll Sage in on the action.  Mom and Dad wanted a few family shots which I just love to do.  It's always a pleasure to capture the love a family has for each other.  Bree is one lucky girl to be so loved!

gigi | senior portraits

It's that time again... everyone is back to school and the class of 2014 is starting up their senior year.  This gorgeous beauty is off to college this year and I just have to show off her images that I never got around to sharing this past spring.  I love seniors and always have so much fun at their sessions and Gigi's was no exception.  She was full of spirit and her personality just shined.  Enjoy your Freshman year Gigi, I have no doubt you'll have an amazing college experience!

Randomness

Hi my name is Shari and I'm a perfectionist.  This is a great thing when it comes to my photography and the work I do for my clients... but not always so much when it comes to my blogging. I can't tell you how many blog posts I've started but never finished becuase they weren't quite perfect.  Then I get busy with the next job and a bit of time goes by and I feel like it's been too long, and then I have other things to post but feel like I should catch up before I do something new, and before you know it my poor blog is empty and unused and the job of updating it seems too daunting.  It's as if I'm no longer working and have fallen off the face of the earth.

Well guess what people, I'm very much alive and busily working!  To commemorate my aliveness, here's a post with a few random sessions that I never got around to blogging over the last... oh, we won't say how long. This will show you a little of what I've been up to, and fulfill my need for "catching up" before I post the most recents. Enjoy!

 

 
 
 
 

hugs and kisses | family portraiture

Every so often you meet a family that just makes you smile.  This beautiful family was so in love and I had so much fun capturing them just being together.  They had never had family photos done so grandma gifted them a photo session for their son's first birthday.  Their session was filled with kisses, hugs, and giggles... and I enjoyed every moment of it!  It was so great to capture these memories and give them something to freeze these moments in time forever. 

 

josh & sarah | engagement

The week after Christmas it's a family tradition to head over to Palm Springs for some relaxation with my family. This year we had the privilege of meeting my brother's new girlfriend Sarah. Unbeknownst to Sarah, we all knew that Josh (aka "The Deaf Chef") would be proposing a few days later when they headed back to Sarah's hometown in NY.

Josh had asked me if I would mind taking some pre-engagment pictures of him and Sarah, and of course I was more than thrilled to do so! We were staying at an amazing time share right on a golf course, and surrounded by mountains. It was definitely the perfect setting for some fun and romantic images.

I've gotta say, Sarah is such a sweetheart and I'm thrilled my brother has found someone great to love and share his life with. The love between these two is just so apparent and they really are full of joy when they are together. Oh, and for anyone wondering... she said YES! Congrats you guys, and welcome to the family Sarah! I can't wait to make many more memories with you in the future.

If you'd like to check out Josh & Sarah's proposal photos you can do so on Cassi Claire's Website. Josh hired Cassi to be there and capture the proposal as it unfolded and to take some fun photos in NYC afterwards. Make sure you take a peek!