Dear DJ
I had the pleasure of photographing Dorian last week. I kept telling mom that I love the tv show “Scrubs”. The main character is “JD” (John Dorian). Well, this is “DJ”.
Dorian arrived on the scene in November, so he’s older than most of the babies I photograph for a newborn session. The key difference… Dorian didn’t want to sleep. I think he gave us a total of 4.4 minutes of sleep. All infants regardless of age fight sleep while at the studio. This amazes every parent, but it doesn’t surprise me in the least. The older they are, the less they sleep. And when they are awake… the limbs are moving everywhere. Dorian was no exception. I gave him the stink-eye for it and he told me to talk-to-the-hand.
Mom wanted a dreamy capture of her little cherub.
I’ve been trying to involve the parents more in my newborn sessions recently. Most new moms are afraid that they look tired and fat (leftover from pregnancy), but new moms are glowing! The parents assume that the newborn session is all about the baby, and it is, but I love to capture the love and awe on a new parent’s face before the 3am feedings get old. hehehe
Isn’t mom stunning?
2.5 weeks
I love the name Xander. I’ve met a few but this is the first one I’ve photographed. Xander wins the award for most yawns during a session. Not every newborn gives me a good yawn, but Xander gave me several. He was also very expressive for his age. I could have sworn he rolled his eyes at me and gave me the stink-eye a few times.
I took a great shot of Xander & Dad together; both were shirtless. Dad was unsure about the skin on skin pose so I’ll spare him from becoming eye-candy on the blog. hehehe I’ll share this one instead.
Thanks to mom, dad and grandma for a fun session. 
Introducing Jazzi Girlz - apparel for girls
Last summer I had the pleasure of getting acquainted with entrepreneur, Tanaya Parker. Tanaya is a clothing designer and seamstress in the Metro Detroit area and the brainchild behind Jazzi Girlz. Jazzi Girlz is a line of boutique-style girl’s clothing as well as hair bows, refashioned denim, jewelry, accessories, room decor and more. Tanaya custom designs holiday outfits, party dresses and pageant couture.
The Family Room is excited and proud to be the official photographer for Jazzi Girlz apparel. I also designed her logo and business cards. This spring we will be putting out a casting-call for models in the 4t - 6t range. We’re looking for girls who can ham it up for the camera. Jazziness is a plus. Get your snapshots ready!
If you appreciate sturdy, american-made clothing with attention to details and if the little girls in your life have “the jazzi factor” then you should check out jazzigirls.com.
Meet Declan
Check out this handsome little boy. Declan didn’t want to sleep, as is standard baby-procedure when they arrive at the studio. Mom had a nursing mini-triathlon. In between each segment we tried different poses. He finally slept for a stretch at the end. Mom and Dad were very patient and their patience paid off. Me? I’m always patient with newborns. There really is no other choice.
Mom is a saxophone player. She brought her instrument along for a special pose.
Thanks for introducing me to your son. It was great working with you.
I found Nemo!
Or, I suppose he found me. This little fishy swam into my studio today.
Then he got nekkid.
I wants to squish dat widdle tushie. heehee
Little Lainey
I had the pleasure of meeting little Lainey yesterday. Of course, she brought her mother too and we all got along like peas and carrots. Here’s your sneak peek!
Oh, and… I designed the cutest birth announcement for you. Just wait till you see! I did that before editing the photos! 
I couldn’t resist.
Update
I have been a bad little blogger. I haven’t posted for the last 2 or 3 sessions. Shame on me.
This is from my session this morning. Mason was a ham and Gemma was shy. We did some portraits on the deck, by the pond and next to the house, but I think this one is my favorite from the whole session. Gemma was getting tired so I suggested that they all pile onto the bed to relax and see what unfolds. Here’s your sneak peek. I might add a few more later.
Thanks for being so fun and flexible!
Nicholas and Scarlet
Today’s newborn session was a family affair. Mom, Dad and big brother were all present. Nicholas sat with me for a few moments while Scarlet was removed from the carseat.
He really liked my toys, but he was also frighteningly too interested in my new camera. LOL! ack!
Scarlet was such a good sleeper. She was a good pee’er too because she got mom right before this shot, and got dad right after it.
Hang in there dad, I’m working on your proofs. It won’t be long!
Brady
I love to photograph babies with blue eyes. It’s a nice change of pace from my brown-eyed girl. Both my husband and daughter have beautiful brown eyes. Brady has some of the brightest blue eyes I’ve ever had the pleasure of photographing.
I couldn’t pick just one for the sneak peek, so I’m posting three. Brady has just started to sit up, but isn’t quite there yet. He gave me a few seconds of sitting before he decided to lay down on the job. Isn’t he adorable?
I think daddy is a baseball buff. What do you think?
And in my signature red chair…
*happy sigh* I love babies!
My baby
Well, she’s not a baby anymore; she’s 2½ years old. But now I have a new baby; I got a Canon 5D. I’ve been using Minolta equipment for over a decade and I was ready for a change. I am over the moon with Canon’s performance.
Natalie is a PK. A Photographer’s Kid. She HATES the camera. She never makes eye contact with me for more than a split second. I’ve not been able to capture a decent photo of her for months now. I’ve captured several today and I couldn’t be more pleased.