Leah & Elliot – Newborn Twins!

Laurie and Hakan were married back in 2012 and it’s one of those weddings we STILL talk about over here – it was SO beautiful!  Krista was so thrilled to hear from them again and to learn that they were expecting twins!!   Leah and Elliot are such cuties, and Laurie and Hakan, you two are as wonderful as ever!

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Heart melting, that face as she snuggles her brother’s arm!

boy girl newborn baby twins on blanket at home

boy girl newborn baby twins on blanket at home

boy girl newborn baby twins on blanket at home

newborn baby twins at lifestyle portrait session at home

newborn baby twins at lifestyle portrait session at home

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Look at all those arms and legs!

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black and white of father cuddling newborn baby twin in home during portrait sessionThank you for inviting Krista back in to capture these incredible additions to your family!  They are precious!!

Spring (2015) Mini Sessions

I know that I’m slightly biased given that most of these families are friends of mine, but Spring mini-sessions were especially wonderful this year!  :)  It was a perfect May day and so much fun!

two brothers and a sister on a wood bench in the spring in New England for mini portrait session

two brothers and a sister standing among green trees during spring time in New England mini portrait sessions

two brothers and a sister standing among green trees holding hands during spring time in New England mini portrait sessions

family in blue on deck among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

little curly haired girl in blue and white stripes sitting among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

Hard to believe that this little guy wanted NOTHING to do with pictures!

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adorable toddler boy in green shirt standing among green trees during springtime mini portrait session in New England

This adorable crew is a bunch of Krista Photography regulars!  They are the most cooperative and sweet group of little ones!

three sisters and their brother sitting on a wooden bench among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

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two sisters concentrating on making flower jewelry during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

two sisters concentrating on making flower jewelry during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

toddler boy in blue collared shirt walking in field surrounded by green trees during mini portrait sessions in springtime in New England

young boy dancing on deck among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

toddler boy in collared shirt climbing on bench during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

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So many expressions!

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family in blues and greens standing among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

Oh Christopher!  Always a favorite!  None of us can get enough of that toothy grin, but put him in a seersucker vest and pants and we melt!

baby boy in blue seersucker pants and vest with parents among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

baby boy in blue seersucker pants and vest with parents among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

baby boy in blue seersucker pants and vest with parents among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

His cousin is pretty fabulous, too!  Loved watching Bobby with his four-legged “brother.”  :)

little boy in navy blue collared shirt running through green grass with his golden retriever on a leash during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

little boy in navy blue collared shirt running through green grass with his golden retriever on a leash during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

little boy in navy blue collared shirt with his golden retriever and parents among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

family in blue collared shirts among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

two little boy cousins with their parents and grandparents all in blue among green trees during mini portrait sessions in New England

grandparents from behind watching as their daughters, sons in law and grandsons have their portraits taken

dads with their sons among trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

family of five in blue among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

Love!

tender moment between husband and wife among trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

two brothers with their sister who is wearing a black beanie cap and black framed glasses among green trees during mini portrait sessions in New England

husband kissing wife on top of head as she laughs with mouth open among green trees during mini portrait sessions in New England

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Our very own Jen and her sweet family!

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Silly Emma!

many expressions of young girl among green trees during springtime mini portrait session in New England

young boy among green trees during springtime mini portrait session in New England

My boy refused to participate unless we brought his best friend along, and so Curious George came with us.  :)

little boy with his curious george stuffed animal among green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

little girl with french braids picking purple flowers off of bush during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

young brother and sister sitting on wooden bench laughing among green trees during springtime mini portrait session in New England

There is ALWAYS a series like this of my children!  :)

brother and sister trying to vie for space on wooden bench during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

family of four standing together under green trees during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

This brand new family was such a joy.  Baby Ruth is precious!

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brand new infant baby girl being held by mother during springtime mini portrait sessions in New England

newborn baby girl on white blanket during spring mini portrait sessions

adorable family with two little sisters and dog among green trees during spring mini portrait session

adorable little girl with curls in floral dress during spring mini portrait session

Twirling in the sun!

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Wellesley Family Portrait Session

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Krista was so happy to hear from Jesse and Julie!  She photographed Jesse’s sister Meredith’s wedding several years ago and his other sister, Adrienne, and her family (remember Joel and Seth?!) this spring.  What a fun pair of boys Krista spent the day with!!

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boy kicking soccer ball on driveway during lifestyle family portrait session at home

family hanging out on back steps during lifestyle portrait session at home

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In constant motion, but those GRINS!!

brothers playing with bubbles in backyard during lifestyle portrait session at home

brothers playing with bubbles in backyard during lifestyle portrait session at home

brothers playing with bubbles in backyard during lifestyle portrait session at home

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Love it!

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Such brotherly love!

brothers sitting with arms around each other on outdoor bench

husband and wife seated on outdoor bench giving each other look

black and white brothers sitting side by side on outdoor bench younger boy punching at older boy who is laughing

black and white brothers kissing on outdoor bench

Awwww.

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black and white father kissing at son on playground structure

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young boy in blue crossing a play structure on playground

young boy in blue climbing structure on playground

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young boy in blue shooting basketball at hoop on driveway of home

Thank you, Jesse and Julie!  Your family is so much fun!

Baby Eden – Newborn Portrait Session at Home

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Krista has been photographing the Hamel family for the last three years.  From engagement, to marriage, to having their first son, to now adding baby Eden to the mix!  Look closely and you may even see some Krista Photography gracing the wall in the background… :)

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father and toddler son laughing in blue and white during lifestyle family portrait session at home

Awww!

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The looks shared between a mama and her brand new baby are the MOST precious.

black and white mother gazing into newborn baby girl's eyes during lifestyle family portrait session at home

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family with newborn baby girl in aqua tutu father gazing adoringly at mother who is gazing adoringly at baby

I spy with my little eye…. a Krista Photography canvas.  :)  (Print your pictures!!!)

family in blue and gray with toddler boy and newborn baby girl all seated on couch in family living room during lifestyle portrait session

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black and white of father holding newborn baby girl in arms during lifestyle family portrait session

black and white image of mother helping toddler son put on shoes to go outside during lifestyle family portrait session

family portrait of mother and father looking at toddler boy while holding newborn baby girl in aqua tutu outside the family home

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newborn baby girl in aqua tutu on pink blue and aqua blanket eyes open smiling during lifestyle family portrait session at home

Suze and Jeremy, your growing family is adorable!

Baby Kayla – Newborn Portrait Session at Home

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Meet another sweet addition to the Krista Photography baby boom of 2015!  Her parents, Kristin and Anthony, were married back in 2013.  We were SO happy to hear about the arrival of baby Kayla!  I think you’ll agree that Kayla’s nursery is simply divine!

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Adoring gazes between mama and baby.

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mother and father looking down at newborn baby girl while standing in yellow white and gray nursery during lifestyle family portrait session in their home

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family sitting on nursing glider in yellow white and gray nursery with newborn baby girl and cat during lifestyle family portrait session at their home

family portrait with newborn baby girl in yellow, white and gray nursery during lifestyle portrait session at family home

naked newborn baby girl with hands on cheeks in yellow white and gray nursery during lifestyle family portrait session at family home

mother nursing newborn baby girl on white arm chair in yellow white and gray nursery during lifestyle family portrait session at family home

elephant monkey giraffe owl decorations in yellow white gray nursery lifestyle family portrait session

black and white image of mother nursing newborn baby girl during lifestyle family portrait session at home

naked newborn baby girl profile and adorable little toes in yellow white and gray nursery

newborn baby girl swaddled and with knitted hat during lifestyle family portrait session at home

black and white image of newborn baby girl on mother's shoulder during lifestyle family portrait session at home

Wrinkly piggies are my FAVORITE!!

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newborn baby girl with mother and father in yellow white and gray nursery during lifestyle family portrait session

Kristin and Anthony, baby Kayla is perfect.  Thank you for sharing her with us!

3rd Annual Forever Family Portrait Day!!!

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We are SO excited to be actively preparing to hold our THIRD annual Forever Family Portrait Day!!   All the necessary details are below, please let anyone in your life who has adopted (or is in the process of adopting) know about this FREE portrait opportunity!

Who may participate:         Any family that has adopted or is in the process of adopting one or more children.

What do you get:                A brief portrait session to capture a nice portrait of your Forever Family, with one of our professional photographers.  One or more of the best images from your portrait session will be edited and uploaded to our proofing site, www.shootproof.com, where you will receive a $35 credit towards the purchase of prints or digital downloads of your photos. Additional prints may be purchased a la carte, but are not necessary. [e.g. $8 for 5×7, $15 for 8×10, and $35 for digital download with rights released] 

 When:                                Saturday, November 21st from 9:00am-2:00pm – the day after National Adoption Day!

 Where:                               GENESIS – 35 Olympia Ave, Woburn, MA 01801 (Right off of 95 at the Washington Street exit). 

 How:                                  Families must register via Eventbrite to reserve your spot.  Please sign-up by purchasing a FREE ticket for one of the 30-minute time slots available – ONE TICKET PER FAMILY, regardless of the number of people in your family. We ask that you arrive at the beginning of your scheduled time slot.  Families will be photographed on a first come, first serve basis and we will do our best to take families within the 30 minute window for which they have registered.  Due to space limitations, portraits will be limited to 8 people per family (if you have a larger family, please contact us directly to work out an alternative).  Last year we had an unusual number of last minute no-shows, so if you are unable to attend, we ask that you please give at least 48 hours advance notice so families on the waiting list may attend. 

 Why:                                  We truly believe that adoption is one of the most generous acts of humanity, and we want to bless your new family with the gift of capturing your Forever Family in a photo that will last for generations!  We are so excited to be able to offer this special event and cannot wait to meet you!

 **Please note, while we appreciate how important the furry members of your family are, we are unable to accommodate pets at this event due to liability issues**

First Ever Forever Family Portrait Day – 2013!!

It was just about two years ago that Krista and CoCo told me about an (awesome!) little idea they had been tossing around.  Krista is always looking for ways to give back through her photography and CoCo had a friend actively trying to adopt in another state – together they wanted to do SOMEthing for the amazing people who make the incredible decision to add to their family through adoption.   My background, as you may recall, is in social work.  Specifically working for the state in child protective services.  I have had the privilege of being present for many adoption finalizations over the years and I LOVED the idea of bringing these two worlds together!

From there our Forever Family Portrait Day was born!  With a WHOLE lot of help and support from fellow photographers – who photographed families, assisted one another, documented the behind the scenes of our day, loaned us lighting and equipment, and so. much. more…

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… and volunteers – who got families checked in, entertained children while they waited and answered LOTS of questions – we were able to photograph nearly 100 forever families!

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Our very first family could not have been more perfect for kicking things off!  Zoey’s adoption had been finalized just the day before, on National Adoption Day, and this family was SO full of love and excitement!  You can actually read more about their adoption journey here.

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There was PLENTY of goofiness at every station!

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Not just in front of the camera!

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Amazingly, this was not our largest family!

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So much joy!

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And so much sass!

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Waiting so patiently.

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There are SO many more families that we would love to share, unfortunately adoption can be complicated.  Some families have foster children – kids who are every bit a part of the family, but not yet legally so.  Others have adopted through the state DCF system and chose to remain private.  Still others are simply fiercely protective of their children and prefer we not use their images.  We fully respect these families’ decision to keep their images private and have only shared images of families who gave us permission to do so.

We must give a special shout out to the incredible photographers who donated their time and talents: David DiNisco, Kris Rae Orlowski, Lisa Seidel, and Emily Tebbetts.  You all rock!!

Stay tuned for another post soon about our second annual Forever Family Portrait Day!

If you would like to know more about adoption and the MANY children in Massachusetts who are waiting to find their forever home, the best place to start is with the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange.

The E Family – Extended Family Portraits

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Krista’s MOST favorite couples are the ones who call her again and again to photograph their families as they grow far beyond their wedding day.  And the past few months have been full of these very calls!

Krista was especially excited to reunite with the E family – she shot Shoshana & Andy’s wedding back in 2009, and then Rahel & Yitzi’s wedding in 2010.  Both brides have growing families and gathered at their parents’ home, along with their other sister, Yonina, for an extended family portrait session in April.  Prepare to fall in love with this family!

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Such beautiful sisters!

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All of the ladies.

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So much love!!!

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I think this little one was worn out!

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Thank you, Eisenberg family!  It is such an honor to be asked back to photograph your family as it grows!