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At last we got to complete Dylan’s first birthday session! The rain was the main culprit as to why he’s already (I think) 15 months. This day was almost a wash out as well, but the sun held out just enough to allow us to get these beautiful shots at the beach. Dylan is not much of a smiler, so I’m thrilled to have gotten a few of him doing just that. Photographing this family is always a ton of fun. Enjoy! ♥ Vanessa

It’s almost the end of June and it’s hard to believe how fast this year is going. It’s more palpable to me every time I wrap up a Chichi Baby Collection with the first birthday session. You’ve seen Veronica on the blog over the last year as she’s reached all her first year milestones. She’s now walking, her little personality is setting in and she’s even more adorable than she was the first time I photographed her. She wasn’t a fan of the sand on her feet – which almost ended this session – but persistence paid off and it was all smiles at the end. Here are a few…enjoy! ♥ Vanessa

I did Andrea’s older sister’s First Communion portraits about five or six years ago, so I was absolutely thrilled when Mom called about photographing Andrea this time around. They are practically complete opposites in personality. Andrea made me laugh many times and was utterly unguarded in front of the camera. In her words, “I’m very likable”… so funny. Loved her spunk and confidence…and her curls! Can’t wait to hear her remarks when she sees the whole session. Enjoy! ♥ Vanessa

At nearly two years old, Max was exactly what you’d expect him to be…perfectly delicious, sweet and non-stop! In constant motion from beginning to end I merely followed him around, up, under, and everywhere he went. He played to the camera twice when he saw me laying on the ground to get a better angle, he laid on the ground right in front of me and hammed it up. He killed me! Love that last shot of the family. Enjoy! ♥ Vanessa

It’s so hard to fathom sometimes how fast time passes by. I first photographed Sophia when she was almost two years old…on film!…and now it’s her First Communion! What?!?! I’m feeling a little old right now. :) As always, she was the sweetest girl to photograph, such a warm and tender personality. We did these in her backyard so it was very relaxed and comfortable. The best part was that grandpa and grandma were in town for her Communion, so we got some shots with them also, such a blessing. Congratulations Sophia on this beautiful milestone! Enjoy! ♥ Vanessa

There are some babies that love the water and sand, others can’t even go near or touch either. Eddy Jo LOVES the beach, well, actually anything having to do with water as Mom casually mentioned. Evidently, he couldn’t be more thrilled about his last Chichi Baby session being at the beach. He was quite upset when we finished…shedding a few tears and expressing his frustration at the brevity and the tease of it all. I love the pure joy in that last image. Enjoy! ♥ Vanessa

I think I may actually be caught up with blog posts with this one! Mom and Dad have been waiting for some time, so I’ll be short. It’s Giuliano’s second shoot of his Chichi Baby Collection. The sideways baseball cap and the little drool were picture perfect on that second shot. He’s delicious isn’t he? Enjoy! ♥ Vanessa

I think I’m in love with Tomas. He’s just irresistible! Mom knows it too, she told me to stay away from his man boobs LOL. He’s been this rolie-polie cute since his first shoot and I’m sure he will just get more adorable as time goes on. Don’t Mom and Dad make the cutest kids? I tried telling her that she just HAS to have another one because they come out so cute!….well, that didn’t fly so well. ;) So, we’ll make do with this gorgeous pair. Enjoy! ♥ Vanessa

…she’s a big girl. In last year’s country shoot, Gabriella still had some baby fat and looked like a little girl. All of a sudden, just one year later, she’s all grown up. Well, not ALL grown up, but no longer having that baby quality. The baby fat is gone and she’s lost a tooth and *sigh*…she’s a big girl. We had such fun in this shoot. She’s hilarious and loves to laugh…it’s contagious her laughter. Make no mistake though, she knows when she has to turn it on, and when she does it. is. on.! The model comes out very naturally. Love her. It’s an extra long post, so enjoy! ♥ Vanessa

After a short hiatus, the Quick Takes returned this year on an absolutely perfect Spring day. While I was assistant-less that day due to unforeseen circumstances, the kids needed very little assistance in enjoying the scene and their photos (most of them at least) lol. Here are a few images from the day’s bright stars, colors and smiles. The next Quick Takes will be in October with a Fall theme. Stay in touch through our Facebook page to stay on top of all the news including special events like this one, or you can add your name to our mailing list as well. Happy Easter everyone! Enjoy! ♥ Vanessa