Simplicity...

I'm still here... still photographing.  I've been a tad bit on the quiet side lately...only due to the fact that I am in the midst of the Holiday rush.. AND...I am still photographing. (not for the holiday's though!)

This time of year is big for newborns for me.  I get my fair share.  Most mom's appreciate the fact that I am pretty patient.  I can sit for quite a while...as I was once in their shoes (umm...4 times at that with toddlers in tow!)

As a photographer.. I tend to notice other photographs at times.. (..I know... obviously!)  Well I am very over the newborns on dressers...in between candles...on any sort of furniture piece within the living room... family room..  While I like it still.. sometimes...I wanted to stop.  The little one just gets so lost in the midst of "stuff" sometimes.  I needed to go back to simplicity.

I have so many newborns waiting to be born this year. (I ask that pregnant moms call to "tentatively" book their date based on their due date...)  There are even clients that are due on Christmas Day.  (Although... H... I know you went to the OB today...my fingers are crossed that you are at least 4 cm!)

Anyways... Here are some newborns I had recently.  I just had to get away from the baby on the ledge...and go back to...just the baby....with an "airy atmosphere" as one of my clients prefers to describe "blurring the background" haha!

This one cracks me up...because it definitely shows their personalities!

Thats all for now!

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Please take note of the following info...

I will be closed from 12/21 - 12/27.  I will return phone calls and emails upon my return.  I will be in Miami from 12/29 - 1/9.  Voice mails and emails will be answered upon my return. 

January..

I know I haven't placed my January calender on line yet, however that hasn't stopped the phone calls. (thank you!)  January is just about booked.  I have a few select weekdays available.  The first weekend of February is booked.  Even though I haven't posted my calender just yet...it is perfectly fine to call/email and inquire on dates.

I have a new website in the works!  You might even see two different versions...and my calender will be up to date once the new website launches.

People often ask "how far in advance can I book?"  You can book as far in advance as you would like.  I usually know my travel schedule in advance and I will mention it now...and repeat it as the dates grow closer...or as I add new dates.  So for those who want to get on my schedule now...

In April -

I will be out of the office during the week of April 7th - 16th.  I will be out of town, so voicemails and emails will be returned after that time.

I have speaking engagements to other photographers during June and July....

In June I will be out of the office from 6/22 - 6/30. I will be out of town, so voicemails and emails will be returned after that time.

In July I will be out of the office from 7/15-7/20  and then again from 7/26- 7/31.  I will be out of town, so voicemails and emails will be returned after that time.

Loft... 

My natural light loft is just about complete.  I know some of the Ford kid parents have been able to see it...and the reviews have all been positive.  I am excited to offer this as a possible venue for those who prefer not to use their home for portraits...or for those who have had me at their homes too many times that they prefer a change! ha-ha!  I will post pictures once every piece, and every image is hung.  Even though I do not have all the furniture pieces in the loft (almost though!) the reviews from not only the parents...but the KIDS have been great!  I wanted kids to be super excited when they walked in..because if they weren't excited...then what is the point?  My 8yr old little boy client this past Wednesday told his mom that he wanted to live at my loft. How sweet!!  Now THAT is the response I want!

So pictures will be coming soon!

Maternity mom's who want me to photograph their newborn(s)...please...please call to give me your due date so that I can add it to my schedule.  During the months of December, January, and February are big newborn months for me...and I would like to make sure I have time to accommodate everyone.  So call while you're still pregnant!  I prefer to capture the babies 2 weeks and younger.

On a side note...

I had to send one of my laptops back to the manufacturer because the motherboard "fried".  I used this particular laptop to download emails while I was on the road.  Well.. there were LOTS of emails that downloaded to that laptop that I can no longer access until I get my laptop back. 

Im pretty sure I've touched base with any client that emailed me...but didn't hear from me.  However, if you have sent me an email...but haven't heard from me within a day or so...please email me again!  I know I had a large number of photographers (or those who want to get into photography...) email me during that timeframe.  If you are a photographer that emailed me...but never heard from me... please send your email again.  There is a chance that I am not able to retrieve it.

Session Albums...

We shipped out a large number of session albums earlier on Thursday.  We still have quite a few to get out. If you are waiting on a session album rest assured that you will have it within the next few days.

Until next time...

~A

Comments

[Leanne Stamatellos]

These are beautiful Audrey - I can't wait to see your loft - I'm sure it's gorgeous!

Happy Holidays if I don't get a chance to log back on before Christmas!
Thank you for a wonderful year of blogging - it's always such a pleasure to see your photography.

[Leanne Stamatellos]

These photos were all beautiful.
I am looking forward to seeing your loft - it must be just beautiful.

Wishing you and your family a special christmas and I thank you for the inspiration that you provide to me with your beautiful photography throughout the year.

[Kim]

Beautiful Audrey:)

[Shay H]

Oh, I LOVE Miami...I hope you have a good time! You must eat at Macarena and see the live Flamenco Show (after 9 or 10pm) it's spectacular.

[sarah goodman]

TOO MUCH....
They are just too much...
too cute,
too tiny,
and too precious...
these pictures make me want to pick them up and rock them to sleep...ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL AUDREY!
I especially LOVE the one of the two of them together....that totally made me giggle! You just hardly ever get that from newborns...much less twins!

[cindy]

A- I am so glad you have taken newborn pics with JUST the newborn. :-) I for one just LOVE to see all the tiny features highlighted because they are tiny for such a TINY amount of time!! They were all GREAT! Looking forward to more pics like these as well as the pics of the loft! Peace and blessings, Cindy

[eLiZaBeTh]

Audrey.. these shots are beautiful.. just amazing.. My favorites of these are #4-loving those little booties off in the distance.. #6- could they be any cuter?, #7- I love that strawberry blonde hair.

as always so inspiring and such perfection.. in both your work and the children.

[Alette]

Oh Audrey these are so beautiful, I just love all of them.
You are so busy, just don't forget to think about yourself :)
Anyway, I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a very beautiful and healthy 2007. Thank you for letting us enjoy all those beautiful photos the past year. And thank you even more for all the lovely emails with all the explantions you sent me. I've learned a lot from you and hope to keep in touch througout the next year. You are a very special and beautiful person.

xx Alette xx

[Tammy J]

I LOVE simplicity! And these are so that! What beautiful photos of these precious babes.

[Erin]

LOVELY! I love it..simple and beautiful and just BABIES!

[felice]

Audrey,

I'm sure all of your loyal bloggers will agree that you have made this year special for all of us. Your photos are second to none! Your dedication to your clients...also second to none.

From our family to you and yours --Merry Holidays and a wonderful and prosperous new year!

[Sarah Ulrich]

You lucky duck, I just love newborns!! You capture them perfectly!

I hope you'll share pics of your loft with US too! I can't wait to see what you've done with it. I thought it was already FAB when we were there!

Have a well-deserved Happy Holiday!

[Sinead]

These are beautiful, Audrey!

But of course, since you're such a trend-setter, I'm sure lots of other photographers will move in this direction, too! :)

[Michelle Baker]

Absolutely stunning. If you're ever in Alaska...

[Lisa]

Simply Beautiful!

[Lisa]

Beautiful!

[Tracy Smith]

Audrey those newborn photos are quite amazing! You continue to inspire....

I can't wait to see photos of the loft now, it was already a cool place to be during the workshops.

Have a great holiday season....

Tracy

[Suzanne]

Your photography is always an inspiration to me. The simple ones are just gloriously beautiful. The twin shot, showing personality, makes me laugh with how so adorable it is!!

Keep up the good work. You are amazing!

[emily loftus]

It's good to change things up sometimes!

[sheye]

Absolutely breathtaking Audrey..you make simple look stunning all over again. I second the notion - thankyou so much for the inspiration and the peek into your World - you really do make a difference to aspiring photographers.

[Kerry]

I know I have asked you before, but do you plan on teaching anywhere in 2007. I would love love love to take a class with you!! Will travel anywhere from NY.

[Kristi Rediske]

Sometime in 2006 you had a few pictures of your loft on your website, will you be putting those back on, I told a friend about the pictures and she wasnt able to see them. I also am interested in a class, will you be doing another class in 2007? Thankyou so much for the wonderful pictures you post, Love them all, you are very inspiring.