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World Down Syndrome Awareness Day- Looking Back

It has been my privilege to help bring support and awareness of our local Down Syndrome community by inviting these adorable little ones to my studio over the past three years for a free mini session photo shoot. I have loved getting to know their families–I am still in touch with many of them and […]

March 21, 2020

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Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer | Star Light, Star Bright Collection

Currently, I offer three types of collections for newborn sessions. My middle collection, The Star Light, Star Bright Collection is a perfect choice for those who are looking for something a little more than the Lullaby Collection but don’t need as many options as are provided in The You are My Sunshine Collection. It involves […]

January 16, 2020

Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer

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Breathe | Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer

A Poem by Cameron’s Mama:   Slow down mama, Breathe Hold him close and stay Present in this moment, here now today Soon enough he will grow out of size 0-3 He will run away from you to climb in the trees Breathe deep the smell of his skin The soft dimple next to his […]

September 23, 2019

Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer

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Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer | Bringing Meaningful Props to Your Session

Most of the clients that come to me for newborn pictures bring nothing with them except the baby. They know that I have a studio full of props, textures, headbands/hats, wraps and all the other necessary goodies for my newborn sessions. Arriving with just a baby in tow is absolutely perfect. Low stress and no […]

June 18, 2019

Rochester Ny Newborn

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Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer | Words from the Heart

Words from Joshua’s Momma | My husband and I always knew we wanted to have a second child. When we found out we were pregnant for the second time there was quite a mix of emotions; the obvious joy, happiness and excitement and the anxiety of the unknown and change about to enter what had […]

June 13, 2019

Rochester Newborn Photography

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Four Paws for Maddie’s Cause | Rochester, NY Family Photographer

Rochester, NY Family Photographer | Last year, I met this sweet little baby girl named Evie for my Down Syndrome Awareness sessions. She was adorable and smiley and a happy go lucky little girl. A few months later, her family booked me for a full family session. It was wonderful to meet everyone–the family with […]

May 31, 2019

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Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer

Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer | Elliott. A beautiful name for a little girl. She was full of smiles at her session and slept like a little angel. Her momma wanted to incorporate some fresh florals into the session so we worked with some beautiful tulips in white and pink to accent the setups. Also, it […]

May 29, 2019

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Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer

Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer | It’s no secret that I adore photographing newborns. While I do photograph babies, children and families as well, newborns definitely take the cake in my list of favorite subjects to photograph. I admit, there are times when I am frustrated with how a session is going. A fussy, gassy baby […]

May 15, 2019

Rochester, NY Newborn Photographer

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Bella | Down Syndrome World Awareness Sessions

Meet Bella, a five year old who is rocking that extra chromosome like a boss. Some words from Bella’s Parents: It was late February 2013, about 2 weeks after my amniocentesis, and I had just received the call–the one that would change my life, my family’s life, forever. I was flooded with just about every […]

May 1, 2019

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Joanna | Down Syndrome World Awareness Sessions

Meet Joanna, a two year old who is rocking that extra chromosome like a boss.   Some words from Joanna’s Parents: Joanna Marie Slaiman, a gift from God shining her light since the day she was born. Here is her story of being a fighter and a blessing from God up to this very day. […]

April 18, 2019

Down Syndrome Awareness

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