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More Multiples {Durham Baby Photographer}

I just had to share one more sneak peek from the Durham casting call sessions. One of my favorite parts about my job is photographing so many gorgeous babies. It's an added bonus when they arrive in sets of two - especially when they're sitting up but not yet mobile - it's the perfect age to have your baby's portrait taken!

Don't these sweet little ones have the most beautiful eyes?

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Twins {Durham Child Photographer}

I've finished the first round of casting call sessions in my home studio in Durham. I can't begin to express my excitement for the amazing response the casting call has received. It's been such a pleasure meeting so many fun families, and I can't wait to meet more families and adorable children during the next round of sessions.

If you responded to the casting call and still have not heard back regarding your session date and time, please know that I am working my hardest to finalize everyone's sessions. I'm still narrowing down a date for weekday sessions (darn that whole childcare thing), and plan on having at least one more Saturday full of mini sessions.

I'm still editing the first set of sessions, but this image immediately grabbed my attention and I had to play with it. These twins took a little while to warm up to me, but once they were ready, they turned up the cute factor for the camera, and we captured some beautiful images in a very short amount of time.

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Expecting {Durham Maternity Photographer}

I've received several requests for maternity sessions recently, and I couldn't be happier about it. I love photographing bellies - each one is a work of art. It's such a pleasure to capture the quiet joy on the faces of an expectant couple as they think about the little life that is about to join theirs.

Photographing maternity sessions reminds me of my own pregnancies. I have fond memories of the nights I lay awake feeling those amazing movements inside my tummy (and sometimes wishing the baby didn't have quite such good aim) and wondering what my daughters would look like and what the future would hold for them. I am grateful for the opportunity to relive those memories every time I have the privilege of photographing another family's expectant joy.

The "A" family was no exception. This sweet baby will be joining a family full of love. Mom and dad are ready to welcome their new bundle with open arms, and the baby will also experience the added joy of a big sister who is ready to play with and look out for her younger sibling.







These last two images are two of my new all-time favorites. I love how "K" looks like she's sharing a secret with her little sibling in the first image, and the squished-closed eyes in the last image melt my heart - she is going to be SUCH a wonderful big sister!





Thank you for sharing this time in your life with me, "A" family. I can't wait to photograph your little newborn in a few weeks!

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Casting Call

I have received an enormous response to the casting call I released a couple of days ago. If you have not yet heard back from me, I'm not ignoring you. I'm still sorting through emails as quickly as possible, and will be contacting parents very soon regarding portrait sessions.

Due to the nature of the casting call (I am seeking a wide variety of age groups and "looks"), I may not be able to use every applicant at this time. If I am unable to offer you a portrait session for this round of sessions, please know that I am grateful for your interest, and I will keep you on my waiting list for future sessions.

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Adorable Siblings

I had the joy of photographing these two adorable siblings for their Valentine's Day portraits. The baby boy was full of smiles, and he was at the perfect sitting-up-but-not-yet-mobile stage. I think everyone should have their baby's portrait done at this age. :)



This is not a typical facial expression for this little man, but it was so cute I just had to capture it!



Big sister was full of personality - we had tons of fun jumping and dancing
together.





She also gave us some more "dramatic" expressions.



We were also able to capture some adorable images of the two siblings together.

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Miss "K"

Beautiful Miss "K" also participated in our mini sessions. She was a joy to photograph, and followed directions so well that I was almost surprised at how quickly the session ended. We captured plenty of beautiful images, though, and I'm excited to share them with you.

Pink is one of my favorite colors, so I was thrilled when so many of my subjects showed up for their mini sessions wearing various shades of pink - especially since it coordinates so well with one of my favorite chairs.







We switched things up a bit to capture some action shots - I love the joy that can be captured on a child's face when they're jumping or dancing. Thanks, Miss "K." It was a pleasure meeting you!

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