Bunnies and Chicks are Cute, But…

What parent wouldn’t want to have their child photographed with a cute little bunny or chick for Easter?  Bunnies and chicks are cute. But, most people don’t realize that in order for a photographer to use a live bunny or chick in their shoots, they must have certain permits and licenses.  Many photographers don’t realize…

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Frozen Cake Smash for 6 Year Old ||New Bedford, MA

Frozen themed Smash Cake for Six Year Old Girl

Smash cake sessions are not just for one year olds!   Having seen all of the cake smashes I do for one and two year olds, my six year old daughter requested one.   Why not?   We planned out at session based on her favorite movie, Frozen.  With the help of a yummy cake…

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Always Watermark Your Photography (Part 1)

I always watermark my photography.  Whether it’s a client’s photo that I’m showcasing, a general professional photo that I’ve taken or just a quick snap shot of my family,  I throw a watermark on it.  Some might find this annoying.  Others might find it egotistical (“boy, she thinks even her lousy snap shots are something…

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Teddy Bear Tea

This past Saturday, my 4 year old daughter and I had the pleasure of attending a teddy bear tea party.  It was held at the Wamsutta Club in New Bedford, MA. It was sponsored by the Dartmouth YMCA. As we walked in, we were greeted by beautiful decor surrounded by teddy bears and hearts and…

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City View Miniature Golf Course – Who Remembers?

One of the main reasons I love photography so much, is that you have something concrete to hold onto.  When memories begin to fade, get clouded, and sometimes altered by our minds over time, a photograph speaks a truth.  At least for one moment, it does.  It’s hard evidence.  It shows what was.  It also…

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Getting Your Baby/Toddler to Look at the Camera

It’s not easy getting the attention of your baby or toddler so that they look at the camera.  It can be downright frustrating.  Though, some of my favorite photos are of my children NOT looking at the camera, we all want *some* photos where they’re staring at us. There are a lot of products out…

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