Women’s History Month – Celebrating Women, part 4

On this the last day of Women’s History Month – we want to celebrate the women of the FUTURE as well as the past!

On this the last day of Women's History Month - we want to celebrate the FUTURE as well as the past! The future belongs to little girls like my niece, Reilly - and that gives me a lot of HOPE because she is AWESOME!⠀ ⠀ May they be BRAVE⠀ May they be KIND⠀ May they be WISE⠀ May they be HUMBLE⠀ ⠀ Oh, that they would LOVE well,⠀ and LAUGH often,⠀ WELCOME others,⠀ HELP those in need,⠀ and offer GRACE & MERCY to all.⠀ ⠀ May they be BOLD⠀ May they be HONEST⠀ May they be RESPECTED⠀ May they PERSIST⠀ ⠀ #kristaphoto⠀#celebratingwomen #womenshistorymonth⠀ by Krista Guenin of Krista Photography
The future belongs to little girls like my niece, Reilly – and that gives me a lot of HOPE because she is AWESOME!⠀

May they be BRAVE⠀
May they be KIND⠀
May they be WISE⠀
May they be HUMBLE⠀

Oh, that they would LOVE well,⠀
and LAUGH often,⠀
WELCOME others,⠀
HELP those in need,⠀
and offer GRACE & MERCY to all.⠀

May they be BOLD⠀
May they be HONEST⠀
May they be RESPECTED⠀
May they PERSIST⠀

#kristaphoto⠀#celebratingwomen #womenshistorymonth⠀

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Baby AJ – Newborn Portrait Session at Hospital

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Last year Krista had the incredibly special opportunity to photograph the arrival of her dear friends Jennifer & YiFeng’s first born son! Alexander Justus, baby AJ, arrived healthy and perfect in every way!  Krista was able to go into the delivery room just a few moments after he was born, she still talks about what an honor it was to be one of the first people to meet this special little boy.  (She also may or may not have been scarred for life by the experience, but clearly, it was worth it)  ;)

newborn half Asian baby boy in hospital cradle immediately after birth during lifestyle portrait session

newborn half Asian baby boy in hospital cradle immediately after birth during lifestyle portrait session

I say it every time, but I just LOVE me some baby piggies!!  Look at those wrinkly little toes!

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SUCH a proud husband and father.

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The sweetest.

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In a few days you’ll get to see just how much baby AJ changed in the first few weeks of his life!  (And just wait until you see how stinking adorable he is now!)

Baby Matty

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Remember when we mentioned that ALL THE BRIDES were having babies??  Well, here’s another ADORABLE addition to the Krista Photography family!  Ricky and Sylvia were married back in 2010 and recently welcomed baby Matty into their family.  They had Krista come by just a few days after bringing Matty home.

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I mean, COME ON!

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Even in his state of distress, Matty is the cutest.

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I love Sylvia’s face here.  So in love with her little man.

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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!

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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!

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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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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.

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lifestyle family session at home with newborn baby girl and toddler boy trying to calm baby

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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 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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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

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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

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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**

Baby Sal – Newborn baby session at home

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The baby boom is real!  And this spring was FULL of Krista Photography couples welcoming new babies to their family!  Liz & Pete were married in 2012 and are now the proud parents of baby Sal.  Krista was SO excited to meet Sal!

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Gotta love the faces made by new parents!  :)  They have just entered a whole new world!

Newborn baby boy family lifestyle portrait session in home

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Such a gorgeous family!

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There is nothing sweeter than a newborn grinning in a milk coma.

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Please… no more pictures… I must snooze.

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Liz and Pete, the entire Krista Photography team is SO happy for you!  Baby Sal is adorable and we look forward to seeing him grow!  Congratulations!!

Baby AJ – Four Month Portrait Session

Baby AJ is getting bigger!  And he’s SO full of grins!  Krista was able to meet the family in their home around the holidays to capture AJ at four months old.  In case you have forgotten, Delia was pretty stinking cute at a similar age…  :)

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He’s gonna be a heartbreaker with those big blue eyes!!

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Baby boy portrait session

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baby boy 4 month portrait

Baby boy portrait session

Doesn’t AJ look so proud of himself in this one?

Baby boy portrait session

Baby boy portrait session

Baby boy portrait session

Baby boy portrait session

Baby boy portrait session

Tummy time sure is hard work, especially when the grown-ups toss a blanket over your head! :)

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 Delia showed off her skills on the swingset.  It’s so fun to see how much she has grown since Krista first met her!

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Totally tuckered out.  :)

Baby boy four month portrait session

 Next up–AJ at eight months!  How quickly the time is flying by!  Thank you, Eileen and Fabio, for allowing us to share your beautiful family.  :)