Vacation - NY Capital Region Child Photographer

January 22, 2010

I just wanted to give a heads-up that I will be on vacation for the next week.  I will have access to email and voicemail, so you four mamas who are due any day now are welcome to give me a call as soon as your little ones make their arrivals and I will get back to you right away.  All other emails and phone calls will be returned the first of February.

On a side note, my littlest baby girl turned three today.  I do not know where the time has gone.  What a pure delight these past three years have been.  Don’t ever let anyone tell you two is terrible–two is pretty much the honeymoon period of parenting–goofy faces, silly sayings, burgeoning independence, something new learned everyday.  Three, on the other hand, well… let’s not think about that right now:).

Anyway, what’s a blog post without images?  Well, boring, but that’s probably best left a rhetorical question.  We snagged a few quick shots before running out the door this morning.

I can almost hear the giggle in this one:

JuJuBe, just love you more than chocolate!   Happy Birthday, big girl!

Janice: Awww, she is so adorable!! I love the expressions so much! When did our babies become big girls?? Happy birthday sweetie! Have an awesome vacation!!

Pam Caudill: She looks so grown up! Hope you have a great vacation.

April: Happy Birthday, have fun on your vacation :)

Krissy Allori: My baby girl just turned 3 too! Enjoy your vacation!

kati: oh my she is adorable 3 is tough.

Ramsey Garza: What sweet expressions! Happy Birthday to your little girl.

Emily: Haha. Your sister makes the same face as the first picture all the time! She's a cutie!

Soon - Captial Region, NY Maternity Photographer

January 18, 2010

So very soon, in fact.  This mama is due in just a week and a half.  I know this beautiful mom just can’t wait to meet her new little girl–neither can I, for that matter!  There is just something so wonderfully gratifying about being invited in to share in such a special and ultimately life-changing time in a person’s life.  I felt so honored that Erin chose me to document her pregnancy.  Here she is in all her pregnancy loveliness…

…but not for very much longer!

Just love all the rich, warm colors in this first one:

Erin, it was simply a pleasure.  Can’t wait to meet you, baby girl!

Karen Byker: Oh, that second silhouette is FANTASTIC! I love them all...what a cute momma to be. She's glowing!

Alyssa: The silhouette is superb Jessica.

Angela: What a beautiful mom to be :) I love the detail of the hair falling in the silhouette shot...nicely done!

Lisa Little: Gorgeous maternity portraits! I love the silhouette!

Julie Wagoner: Lovely! The mommy to be and these shots. I love the silhouette as well!

Tina: She is due in a week and a half?! She looks so fabulous! I too love the warm colors in the first one. I like how the tones in the bracelet and necklaces all have that same warm natural feel.

Janice: She has such a beautiful glow! Loved the lighting, and I love the processing of the first shot. It really accentuated her gorgeous glow.

Jane Photo: She is gorgeous. Love the silhouette.

Heather: LOVE the silhouette!!! It is stunning!

Megan: I agree...the 2nd shot it awesome. Great job!!

Cherron: I adore the first two. And I simply love how at peace she looks in the first. GOrgeous.

Leandra: These are so lovely. She looks amazing and so genuinely blissful. I really like what the hair strands add to the silhouette.

Ketti: I love how the jewelry and hair in the first image speak so much about her style. Silhouette is fabulous.

Julia Wade: what a beautiful mom-to-be! i am in love with the silhouette shot!!!! awesome job. i'm sure she is in love with them!!

Jeanette: these are lovely!

angela crutcher: Gorgeous! Love these!

lindsay: she looks PHENOMENAL! wow! i love, love, love that silhouette. its perfection. beautiful momma, beautiful job!

April: Gorgeous as usual! I love the silhouette shot!

Chelsie: Gorgeous Mama and beautiful pictures!! She will treasure these forever!!

Melinda D: What a gorgeous mama! Wonderful shots!!

A Delight - NY Baby Photographer

January 14, 2010

That’s what this little one was–a pure delight.  In fact, 10 minutes into her session I had to tell her to get ornery so it wouldn’t be so hard to narrow down the amazingly cute shots.  Nine months is such a fun age to photograph–babies are sitting so well, most are crawling (an added challenge), and some even have those first little teeth poking up on the bottom.  It’s so fun to watch these babies grow up and turn into the little people they are going to be.  Here she is at 6 days and 4 months, cute as ever.  Okay, enough from me, let’s get to the images:).

I am warning you, I did a horrible job narrowing them down for the sneak peek.  You’ll just have to suffer through cute baby overload.  Deal with it:).

This darling headband from the belle and the beau went so perfectly with her sweet outfit!

I have one like this where she is smiling, but this one just makes my hear go pitter-pat;).

Gosh, I love those little teeth!

Love!

Okay, these just make me giggle–hat is from the belle and the beau too.

What can I even say about this one?  Love, love, love:).

And, finally, sweet outfits and fun accessories are all fine and good, but if you ask me, birthday suits are always the height of baby fashion:).

Thanks for coming to play!  Hugs!

Heather: Lovely, Jess! She is a beautiful little girl! I think my favorite of the set is the one in bw of her standing up against the chair!

this n that: These are beautiful. She looks like such a happy baby, so fun! :0) -Shellie

Leandra: What a gorgeous sneak peek, her family is in trouble trying to narrow down their choices. I love that close up showing her teeth, especially after looking back at her 4 month set and seeing the close up with no teeth.

Angela: Ok, how seriously cute!! Amazing light and clarity too...you rocked this!

Tina: Oh my goodness! How in the world could you narrow these down. This is "cuteness" to the extreme!

Jeanette: Aw - she is so beautiful!

Ramsey Garza: These are perfect. I love those little teeth.

Lina: Those two teeth are just too cute! Love it!

Lauren: Beautiful work! Could she be any cuter?!? Love love love the one of her peeking back over her shoulder at you, it's just so classic :)

Delphine: Beautiful images. What a cute baby and you did such a wonderful job capturing her.

Keri: Stunning!!!

lindsay: omg! she is so happy!!! you captured her little personality so well! i feel like i was there! hee hee, makes me smile.

shannon treadway: OH my!! she is so cute! Gorgeous lighting and clarity! beautiful!

kati: wonderful. wow!! what personality she has. great variety jess

Shannon Morgan Photography: SOO sweet!!!! just awesome as always!!

jennifer adams: oh goodness these are freakin adorable, I love the colors and the lighting, perfect! Oh and she is a little doll, so cute!!!

robyn: Oh, she is beautiful. This is such a wonderful session.

mandy: Oh can I have her! Wow...these are beautiful Jess. I just cannot pick a favorite.

PamN: Such a sweetie; you can tell what a happy and pleasant baby she is! Love the variety, amazing for this age!

Zoe: These are fantastic! What a cute little girl and you got some amazing captures!

Megan: So cute and full of personality. Love these!

Cherron: Oh, my goodness!! These are just too sweet.

Krissy Allori: Jessica, absolutely stunning work, as always. I was wondering if you could email me the color seamless you use with the barn wood floor? Thanks! Krissy

Sweet Girl - Schenectady, NY Baby Photographer

January 11, 2010

Sweet baby Anna was not so sure about this whole portrait thing.  And, really, who can blame her?  I’d much rather be snuggled up with my mom and dad (or husband and kids) than pretty much anywhere else.  She was such a trooper, though.  I loved seeing just how much she loved her parents–and mom and dad adored her right back.  I was telling them at the session how much she reminds me of my own squishy babies.  I just loved every sweet little roll!

There were so many sweet family shots, but this one just tugs at my little heart strings.

We caught a couple smiles:).

She just loved her little piggie-toes!

Hand down, session favorite for me!

Thanks for coming to play sweetheart!  See you soon:).

Lisa: Awww, look how adorable she is!! Love that 3rd one!

Katherine: The last one is stunning! And the family shot is so sweet! Beautiful!

Stephanie: Great connection in the family image...you can feel the emotion. Wonderful job!

April: Aww...I just love the shot where she is grabbing her feet. Beautiful work, Jess!

Jeanette: What a little chub! So sweet. I love that last one.

Salina J: What a doll! You captured her amazing eyes so well. Love her headband and babylegs. The family shot is so tender, great work.

Jessica H: So cute!! The last image is BEAUTIFUL!

Shanna: Awww she is so pretty! I love the last one!

Keri: gorgeous! the family photo is absolutely perfect...love it!

Angela: What a stunning baby! Gorgeous clarity in the shots and the lighting is wonderful, as usual! Great job!

jennifer adams: aww isnt she beautiful, I just love her sparkling eyes!

Krissy Allori: I think your favorite is my favorite too. Love those 6 month old shots where they're on their back holding their feet. Just precious. Lovely!

Julie: Beautiful work - you even managed to capture a smile on my lil' Anna doll's fussy day! We anxiously await the rest.

this n that: These are beautiful!!! What a cutie, love her cheeks!! -Shellie

Laurie: What a beautiful girl! These are sensational!!!

lindsay: what a sweetie! and sophie the giraffe is a fan favorite here too! :)

Holli Dunn: Jessica, this little girl is so precious you captured her beautifully!

kati: wonderful work jessica. That family shot, is just so sweet it really is a work of art. And that last one. her eyes tell it all!!

melissa: Aw, she's gorgeous! That last one is just absolutely stunning! Beautiful work!

Lina: Beautiful session, such a cute family. Love your colors!

Jane Photo: That first shot is exquisite! She is a little honeybunch!

Chris: Amazing work, you really captured my sweet grand baby's charisma! I loved them all, can't wait to see the rest.

Tina: I love that family shot!

mandy: Your lighting is just perfect WOW. I just love the 3rd one. She is such a cutie pie. I would need that one HUGE.

Lorraine: Sooooo cute! Surely I will have to find my way to your home to see Anna in person!

Chub - Clifton Park, NY Baby Photographer

January 11, 2010

Oh, Baby Boy! I just love you so much–from your tippy-toes to your cute little chin (all 3 of them!). I had a session Saturday, stay tuned for a sweet 6-month old little girl in my next post, and decided to leave my equipment up so I could do a little mini-session with Jack. I cannot believe he is 4 months already. I can hardly stand it.

Just wanted to share the sweet face I find staring up at me all too often at 12:00 a.m. And 1:00. And 2:00. And… well, you get the picture.

Love this little giggle!

We have just discovered how fun toes can be:).

And, oh, I cannot tell you how utterly happy this last one makes me.  That’s my sweet, squishy, smiley boy!

Love you, Peanut!

Shannon Morgan Photography: Oh jess these are beyond devine!! You make some amazing babies :)!!

Stephanie: Oh my goodness. He is so beyond precious. So many wonderful images.

Leandra: He is such a beautiful baby and becoming so animated- how fun!

Jessi: These are PERFECT!

Ellen: You can see so much personality! Cute ;)

Laurie: Oh my goodness, I can hardly stand how cute he is!!! These are so beautiful.

kati: Jess he is so so adorable! I bet he makes a wonderful addition to your family. That last single shot of him on his tummy. OH that is so perfect!! LOVE them all

melissa: Seriously, could he be ANY cuter!!! Absolutely adorable, Jess!

Jane Photo: So sweet and beautiful images. You can sure see his personality shining in these!

pat jarstad: oh he is so cute and definitely a Washburn can't wait to see him.

Tina: I love watching him grow through your lens Jessica

So Happy… and Sleepy - Clifton Park, NY Newborn Photographer

January 5, 2010

Sooooo happy.  Giddy, really.  Almost inexplicably so.  Just a silly, goofy grin every time I walk by my little Christmas present to myself:).

I had this image of Jack printed as a 24×36.  You can see said goofy grin in this snap my darling husband took for me:

Yes, Jack’s head in the photo is 3+ times bigger than it is in real life right now.  And yes, I was a bit nervous it might look strange or minimize his tininess at the time, but it really doesn’t.  It’s just beautiful!  For all the anxiety that printing big can sometimes cause (Do I have enough wall space?  Is it going to be overpowering?  Will I regret ordering a print that big?), I can honestly say I have never wished I had printed smaller.  If anything, I just get more excited to order more prints.  That reminds me, I have 4 or 5 more large images that are all ready to go, but never seem to get ordered in between placing client orders… :).

On another note, my husband and I first saw this little piece of genius when our first sweet girl was almost a year old.  Every time I have another baby, it comes rushing back to me and pretty much defines my life right now.

I am doing the best I can to function on super-limited sleep (let’s just say that despite his myriad wonderful qualities, Jack is NOT a sleeper), but I appreciate patience as I continue to occasionally do things like send emails and forget the attachments.  At least the majority of my wonderful clients are experiencing the same phenomenon, and most of the others remember it.  Let’s call it a bonding exercise, ‘kay?

Oh, I just realized I included two self portraits in this post;).

melissa: LOL. I could have written this post - both on the tired, and on the print (tho I only printed a 20x30 of my favorite image of Andrw... and I *wished* I had gone larger!!! :)

Ketti: That print is gorgeous! Now I want something big like that!

KaraRL: Absolutely Amazing! The size is perfect and Jack is such a cutie!!

Happy New Year!

January 1, 2010

Happy New Year to all my clients and blog readers!  I hope this new year brings you joy and a renewed sense of purpose.  I love new beginnings (maybe that explains my affinity for maternity and baby photography).  We sat down last night to discuss resolutions for the new year.  Some of us are reaching for the moon; my oldest resolved to do better at everything she did “bad” on last year.  Some of us chose to focus on a single goal; the two-year old wants to learn to play the Wii that came from grandma and grandpa this year.  No matter what the resolution, though, it’s always such a blessing to have the opportunity to reflect on the past year, take stock of our lives, and move forward with energy and direction.

There are so many exciting things happening for Jessica Washburn Photography in 2010.  I am pleased to be offering my clients both portrait plans and portrait collections this year.  I have spent the past year getting to know my clients needs and researching the absolute highest quality products, and I am so excited about all the new offerings for this new year.  A new website, a new look, and an online shopping cart are all currently in the works, as well.  The biggest news, however, is that 2010 will also be bringing a permanent studio to Jessica Washburn Photography, and I cannot express how excited I am to finally have the space to bring so many images to fruition that so far have only existed in my imagination!  No word yet on a completion date, but I will keep you posted.

Already, 2010 is shaping up to be a fantastic year.  If you are considering having portraits taken, I encourage you to book early.  I have one or two slots available for February and am currently booking into March.  Remember, it’s best to call during the second or third trimester if you are interested in a newborn session, to make sure you are able to secure a session.

Best wishes for a wonderful 2010!

So Pretty - Clifton Park, NY Child Photographer

December 30, 2009

I had the opportunity to photograph two darling little girls for the belle and the beau.  I didn’t have a lot of time with either of them, but it was a fun change of pace to photograph some older subjects, especially such pretty ones.  Their moms have both been so patient.  Enjoy your sneak peek!

I photographed this little “angel” (see blog header) for her first birthday last year.  Mom says she’s entered the stoic phase:).  I can’t get enough of her darling blonde curls and those blue, blue eyes!

Okay, I just love the little brow furrow.

She’s a pretty lucky mom who gets to hear sweet two-year old whispers out of this darling mouth every day:).

This lovely lady was so much fum to spend time with–and she came with a lot of ideas about what to wear and how to pose.  Her red hair just kills me–LOVE it!  Mom was in another room while we shot, and I know she’s been dying to see what we captured.

Just so CUTE!

Total session favorite!  She put this outfit together:).

Thanks so much girls!  It was so fun to spend a bit of the afternoon with you!

jennifer adams: awww what beautiful girls, I just love their curly hair, and that pink flower band!

melissa: Aw, look at that red hair - gorgeous! And love the pouty look on the younger little girl - such cute captures:)

Robbie: Aww these are precious! They are gorgeous images and your lighting is perfection!

Cherron: Both of these little ladies have hair that I hope one of my daughters will have! They are precious and I love the headbands.

Karen Harrison: These are simply gorgeous! Lovely little girls, and beautiful work from you. Love 'em!

Dana: Oh, I love them all. I love the seriousness of the 2yr old - so typical for that age. I love the one of her playing with the block train. And the red-head - oh, that last one is perfect!!!!

Tanya: These are to DIE for!! What beautiful lighting, and stunning models! That hair!!!

Ketti: The last one is so adorable! Great work!

April: These two are such darling little girls! I love the serious expressions on the blondie:) Love the last outfit. So much spunk!

Krissy Allori: These are all so great! The headbands and petties are totally cute too. They photograph really well!

Jen: Love all of these. What gorgeous little girls!

megan parker: These are all awesome! Love the accessories!

Ingrid: These are so precious! I LOVE her red hair! beautiful!

Kristi Mangan: These are so much fun! I love the flower headbands... adorable! Such pretty girls - you captured them beautifully!

Angela: These are so beautiful!! You did a wonderful job...those eyes in the first beauty really stand out, and that gorgeous red hair in the second...awesome!!

Jenny McMasters: These two girls are sooo incredibly beautiful! You captured such beautiful images and they really show their personalities!

Tina Stinson: so clean and classy! What darling girls as well, great job!

Laurie: These are fantastic! Such pretty girls, beautiful color, great job.

Mindy: Sigh... so lovely!!! Beautiful little girls! I love their eyes... and that red hair! Wonderful captures!

Leandra: All so cute and girly! What adorable expressions you captured too.

Early - Clifton Park, NY Newborn Photographer

December 28, 2009

Remember this gorgeous mom-to-be from right after Thanksgiving?  Well, one week after her session, baby Noah decided to show up 2 1/2 weeks early.  It got me thinking and I realized that this was the third mom who had her baby within a week of having a maternity session with me–and I have only had one client go past her due date.  Not that you should book with me to induce labor… I’m just sayin’…

This family is just so lovely that Noah couldn’t help but be a total cutie.  I loved his cute back wrinkles, round tummy, and ginormous hands.  Seriously, the boy is going to have to either play football or be a concert pianist with those looong fingers!  Because Noah lives so far away (and showed up so early) we didn’t get to hold the session until he was 18 days old–on his due date!  He definitely gave us a run for our money, but we managed to get some really beautiful images.

Ah, what a gorgeous family!

Beautiful mama:

And I loved both these shots with Daddy so much, I had to show two:).

You can tell he’s smart already–see him contemplating the mysteries of the universe?

And a few more favorites:).

Thanks for making the trip, Noah! It was nothing but a pleasure!

April: Absolutely stunning! I love every single one of them, but the shot with dad takes my breath away!

Leandra: I can't believe you worked your magic on an 18 day old baby! You are my hero. These are all so perfectly beautiful - if he gave you a run for your money you would seriously never know it.

Stacie: These are just so beautiful - you do fabulous work.

Keri: These are just gorgeous! What a beautiful family. You captured some amazing images for the Jess!

Aimee: Wow, those are stunning! LOVE the last one!

Julie: Your work is always amazing. What a sweet baby and love them all.

Chelsie: Wow these are stunning! Everyone of them is beautiful!!

melissa: Absolutely beautiful, as always, Jess! I love the family shot!

Angela: Your work is stunning Jessica. Each of these images is gorgeous. This family is beautiful and you make them sing.

Kristin Rachelle: Wowza, just gorgeous!!!

Angela: Beautiful captures...just stunning! The light, the posing...LOVE!

Holly: I love your work! Beautiful as always!

Grampa J: these are great. he looks like daddy

Laurie: Wow, what a stunning family! These are just perfect.

Marie Gross: You've been busy!! I love that last one! The color and texture are so wonderful!

Katherine: Simply gorgeous! The one with dad and he is smiling melts my heart! ++

Jessica H: Wow...these are gorgeous! Just LOVE the family shots!!!

Krissy Allori: These are all so beautiful. I'm such a huge fan of your work. So clean and simple - its refreshing. I bet mom and dad love every one of them.

Janice: I knew I recognized this gorgeous mom before I even read the description! What a beautiful family! I absolutely adore the one of her and her baby boy. The ones with dad are stunning too. Beautiful work Jess!

Jessica: What a cute family :)My nephew is such a little studmuffin! Noah is an adorable little boy and I Love Love those pictures!

Jeanette: Beautiful! I love the ones of the mama, daddy and baby together especially!

Mandy: Holy moly what a beautiful family. That mom is just gorgeous. I love the one you captured with the mom and dad. Such stunning, stunning work.

Cherron: I wish you were closer so you could have done my peanut's photos. These are gorgeous.

Dana: I could look at your newborn work forever and get lost in it. I love how clean and simple it is - and yet it screams ART! Beautiful work!

Ketti: Oh my word, these are amazing! Love them all.

Alyssa: Jessica these are stunning as usual. I am sure mom and dad are going to have a hard time choosing a fave.

By Golly, Get Jolly! - Clifton Park, NY Child Photographer

December 21, 2009

Happy Holidays from Jessica Washburn Photography!

I am still not quite done for the year–I have two more newborn sessions in the next two days–but I wanted to take the time to wish all my blog readers a very happy holiday season while I have a moment to breathe:).  I hope your December is filled with love and laughter.

A few more images that make my heart happy:).

Happy Holidays!

Sheryl Paulino: Hi Jessica, don't know if you remember me. I was the one that helped you and the Baby As Art group get their rooms at the hotel. You know the one that somehow didn't get your name on the reservation (oops!). I just want to say keep up the awesome work! I love your crisp, clean, PPing in your colored shots! Hope all is well!!! Happy Holidays!

Pam Caudill: I have to confess that I tried to "steal" that Santa hat picture to use as a background on my computer. Darn copyright protection. ;-) You have beautiful children.

KaraRL: Oh my goodness your 4 are absolutely adorable!! Love the last with the santa hat...that skin is so perfectly creamy! Merry Christmas Jessica & family!

brinley: noah is soooo cute! and congrads uncle eric and aunt cindy on becoming a mom and dad!