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[little] a is for Austin.

Kristina — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:18:35 +0000

Let’s back it up about 5.5 years. I am not yet a Mom [well, like 8 weeks pregnant with Christofer], but I have a “really nice camera” and a brand spankin’ new copy of Photoshop Elements. I tell people that I am a photographer and that I love taking pictures. It’s almost painful for me to go on with the story, but I am not shy about my beginnings. I volunteer to take maternity pictures for my friend Jen and her friend Ravi [I should really use my laptop camera to photograph the pained expression that is on my face as I type these words]. Let me be totally clear when I say my subjects were beautiful and so it’s not about that. It was about me setting up some sort of rigged getup with curtains, a lamp (for backlighting) and an on-camera pop up flash and shooting on auto mode. Then it was about me jacking it up in Elements. Not because I had to “fix” my work, because I knew so little that I thought wonking the daylights out of everything actually made it look cool. It’s a memory I suppressed. Completely.

Flash forward to about 12-18 months ago. Beautiful Ravi and her lovely family move right down the street from me. Still, the memory was too deep to recall. One evening I am teaching a workshop and looking around at my past clients (including Ravi) and a wave of embarrassment hits as I realize that the EXACT people I am poking fun of (people that go into business too soon or shoot sessions before they know what the fork they are doing)… well that “people” was me and like a movie, a movie of all my early sessions (oh, there were a few, you know who you are) start flashing before my eyes. I am sure I was inexplicably bright red. I also know that I am not alone, and that every photographer has a session or two hidden in their closet or under their bed that they thought was THE bomb and now realize it was A bomb.

Flash forward again to about 2 weeks ago. Ravi brought her gorgeous kiddos (and lovely mom) to the studio for a quick little newborn mini session [newborn sessions typically aren't mini sessions, but I'll shoot them that way if you are looking for sibling shots and a few quickies for a birth announcement rather than a full newborn setup]. I really feel like it was my time to redeem myself and make good on all those earlier images.

I really love Ravi. She might be one of the nicest people I know. I am not kidding. She is just genuinely REALLY REALLY nice. Her children are gorgeous and I am so happy she’s a member of our community and it’s so nice to see her face around town. I haven’t seen her husband since they moved here, but he’s good with me because he is of my people [this is where I start to channel my mom and talk about the villages even though I have never been to the villages and cannot speak a word of Greek. Unless I've had a lot of Ouzo. And I am in Santorini trying to communicate with a waiter.].

And so here they are! Ravi, we can set up a time for you to come by and see them all!

Five is the Magic Number.

Kristina — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 22:39:32 +0000

Last weekend I had the chance to photograph a really remarkable family. The parents were a referral from another client who I just love and so I knew I’d really like them. They contacted me for a newborn session for their TRIPLETS! Seriously, how exciting. I think to anyone that has become a parent, understanding the miracle of adding to your family is humbling at the least, daunting on some days, and an unbelievable blessing blessed no matter what. Adding three, on top of two, is mind-boggling in the absolute best sense of the word. To say that they were ready for these babies (even 10 weeks early), is an understatement. To say that they are loved is one as well. This family is so together and complete that it was truly a pleasure to have them at the studio.

On top of that, big brother and big sister are scrumptious, Mom is a hottie and dad likes to cook the way Owen does — on the smoker!

I also have to give props to Trisha’s website because I sort of got sucked into it and it gave me a lot of really great ideas for summer eating, buying organic, and I loved the weekly menus! So head on over and check it out!

Thank you so much for selecting me to photograph this amazing time in your life. I am thrilled.

Eight Days New.

Kristina — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:40:06 +0000

I love eight days new. Every session I’ve ever shot with a baby eight days new is as smooth as butter. This was no exception. Even though it was rainy and gloomy, there was a patch of window side light that was just fantastic. And this little girl was well fed and warm and slept for almost the entire session. Her parents, and grandmothers, were absolutely lovely and were so low key that at one point while in a zone, I sort of forgot they were even there, but they were peacefully enjoying downtime sitting right next to me. I hope I get to see more of this little baby girl. My sense (which you know is always completely accurate) is that she will be stunningly beautiful, brilliant, and have a wonderfully artistic sense about her. Yes, it’s me, waxing on again, I am in awe of my clients (and their children).

So a lovely, gray rainy day… my favorite kind of day… and a wonderful eight days new.

Baby Jamie.

Kristina — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 21:16:44 +0000

I was referred to Baby Jamie’s grandmother (she really looks way to young to be called grandmother) by one of my favorite new clients (and yes, you are all my favorites). His mom and I emailed back and forth and I just knew I’d like her, she shares my affinity for Starbucks (although I have mostly quit coffee… can you believe it?) and she lives in one of my most favorite neighborhoods near one of my most favorite Mexican joints. And when we met, we just clicked. They live in a beautiful old home with lots of light and gorgeous plank floors and so much character.

But back to Baby Jamie. He was just a love. A good feeding and he sacked right out for his photos. We tried to mix in a few with Oz, but it’s always a little precarious mixing a dog and a newborn, so we played it safe.

Anyway, I can’t wait to meet up with them again, maybe in the summer, so I can meet Jamie’s dad as well and do a little family session with everyone! But for now, check out this newborn goodness!

Baby Chase.

Kristina — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 20:14:42 +0000

I was so so excited to photograph Chase. Mostly because I REALLY like his mom. We are on the same page with a lot of things and so I just enjoy talking to her and catching up. I also figured that Chase would be a gorgeous baby (and I was right) because his sister, Chloe, is STUNNING. She is also a spitfire and one of the few little girls that can give Janey a run for her money when it comes to shrieking. But it’s been so fun for me to watch Chloe grow up. She is such a little girl now, polished, playful and really independent. She makes you work a little for it, but once you get it, she opens right up! So back to Chase. I was equally excited for this because we shot it at my house. I never, like NEVER, bring clients to my house. But I know Jessica, and I knew it would work. I love the light not only in my living room, but also in Janey’s bedroom. So I knew we’d have a great setup for newborn shots and for sibling shots. Best of all, I didn’t have to lug all my gear. I am working with an even bigger bean bag now and my blanket fascination is completely out of hand, so I almost need to attach Owen’s trailer to get to and from sessions! Anyway, it was just really nice.

So here are a few… not a lot because I want Jessica & Charles to be able to pick out some surprises for their birth announcements. But I just love them!

The End of 2010.

Kristina — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 18:05:25 +0000

I shot one final session in 2010, on the very last day of the year. I was so excited for this session… the parents were perfect “newborn client” parents. They booked me in advance with the tentative due date, kept me posted on their progress, alerted me with potential early labor news, and then when the big day did arrive, I think I was on the “top 10 people we have to call” list! Their little baby girl is divine. And they are really wonderful parents. I love meeting clients with whom I click, who share similar parenting styles, and our session feels like it’s coffee with friends.

They are super close to me, so I hope that means I will occasionally bump into them and see how this beauty grows up into a infant, toddler and baby girl!

This entire gallery was supposed to go out yesterday, my apologies. With sick kids, and then snow days, and then losing power and then kids home again, it’s pretty clear it’s one of those weeks where nothing is getting done. So thank you for your patience!

I love that she is smiling by the Christmas tree. Like the BEST gift EVER.

Miles ~ One Week New.

Kristina — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:39:55 +0000

Just one.

Charlotte – Three Weeks New

Kristina — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:44:37 +0000

I was really excited to photograph Charlotte because her session was a gift from Milo and his awesome parents. I love it when friends refer friends! It’s an honor to me to not only be referred, but to be given as a gift. Charlotte’s parents are really neat, and of course after just a few minutes of talking, we realized we had some mutual connections and probably crossed paths before in prior lives. Since she was wide awake (yes, I continue to emit caffeine through my pores to keep babies awake), we went outside where there was really awesome light. It was lovely. I want to do more outside sessions! Actually, I want to ditch the “beanbag” altogether for newborn sessions and just photograph them in their natural elements.

On another note, if you are looking for me, I am not around. I have limited connectivity and am slow to answer emails and phone calls. I will be back for a full office day on Monday, then slammed the entire week from the 11-15 as I have 3-4 sessions and a friend in from out of town. I appreciate your patience as I recover from vacation and a busy week! When I get back I have two awesome beach sessions to blog and some fun family vacation images!

Milo.

Kristina — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 23:18:53 +0000

I am a bad blogger. Not from lack of want, from lack of time. But things have been a little crazy here at Casa de Young [who am I kidding? it's always crazy here]. Anyway, I had a rock star of a Friday morning because I got to spend some time at Joyful Noises photographing a little visit with an Officer of the Law [happily, not the one I met at traffic court, yes, I was worried]. Next I scooted into the city to meet an awesome couple. Then I wrapped it up with a hair visit to my friend who I had not seen in a long time. Finally, I had drinks with Mary Poppins [a.k.a. Mrs Fellows]. Banner day, just banner.

But back to Milo. Milo’s mom’s friend from back home just knew that Milo would be a delicious little baby… so missing her friend, and wanting to see Milo ASAP, she searched the internet, found me, we chatted, she decided on a gift certificate, and voila! What a great friend is that? Maybe I will have to hook up and meet HER when I head out to Erie (hopefully this summer). The great thing about it all is that when I got to Susan and Andy’s home, I realized I really liked them and I was pretty psyched that by chance, they ended up as clients! You know me, within 5 minutes in the door it’s all “oh, so you grew up where and know who?” and then “oh, you work less than 1/4 mile from where my parent’s live and I live within 5 miles of where your parents live?” And so my life goes.

Back to the boy. Milo really was awesome. Once he had a full belly he just slept and slept! Then he got to hang out with Dewey and his ‘rents in his new hood, meet some new neighbors, chill in the city… the good life.

I hope you guys enjoyed your Friday as much as I did. You are totally keeping it real as parents and I love that. Enjoy your little boy!

Clive – 5 Weeks New.

Kristina — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 01:20:04 +0000

I ended the work week with a really awesome session with a most scrumptious baby boy. Clive was 5 weeks new… typical 5 weeker, knows where is he is now… knows where his mama is… and just wants to snuggle in close. At 5 weeks, it’s oh-so-adorable. Who am I kidding, complain as I may about my own “Barnacle Jane,” it’s oh-so-adorable at any age.

I loved meeting Clive’s parents… his dad is pushing through that looooooooong last semester at Babson for his MBA. And I know how that feels. And his mom is just beautiful, and looks amazing for 5 weeks postpartum [who am I kidding, she looks better than me at about 92 weeks]. She has an amazing sense of style and had his little nursery just done up right with these wonderful colors and stories!

Couldn’t have started my weekend any better. Really. Thank you.