Then comes Isabelle in a baby carriage!

Two years ago, we had the pleasure of photographing the super fun Willowbend wedding of Molly & Guy. Molly comes from a large Irish family & Guy from a large Italian family. Their wedding was a merging of two proud cultures that, among other things, shared one very important commonality…the importance of family. Their wedding was a celebration of the coming together of two incredible families, each of whom knows how to love and love BIG!

So, we were over-the-moon happy when Molly contacted us recently to ask us to photograph her & Guy’s  crazy-beautiful daughter, Isabelle. Getting to be there with our couples when they embark on the journey of marriage and then, following them through their lives as marriage turns to family is not only an honor and a privilege, but it is also a joyous celebration of the circle of life. And, the significance of that warms our hearts and leaves us feeling so grateful.

Because Isabelle is still such a peanut….just 4 months old…we decided to go to Molly & Guy’s lovely home for the session, so we could photograph Isabelle where she is most comfortable. We spent a couple of hours with our dear friends and we are super excited to share this collection of images with you. Isabelle is as sweet as she is beautiful. Meet baby Isabelle…

Our first shot of the session….Gotta love when the magic happens right away! I love Isabelle’s expression and those eyes…seriously?!!!

I could just eat her up…

Getting up close & personal with our little miss sunshine….

Who’s a happy girl…

Baby sessions are so fun because babies generally don’t have the apprehension about being photographed that adults sometimes have. And, it is soooooo fun to get in close and document all of those precious little bits, like Isabelle’s sweet curled little toes and her super delicious perfect little bubble-blowing lips!

I love this next one. The sun was pouring through the window acting almost like a spotlight and Isabelle seemed to be enjoying all of the attention. Is she the perfect little Gerber baby or what?

A moment later from a different perspective and with a slightly more curious expression…

These super cool Bumbo seats allow little ones to sit straight up without any help. And they also make a great prop for a portrait! Isabelle’s expression in this one totally reminds me of the talking Quizno baby. Doesn’t she look like she’s got a lot to say! So funny!

A couple of detail shots from Isabelle’s super cute bedroom and the little cupcake herself…

Dadda’s home…yeaaay!!

After over an hour of being photographed, our little model was exhausted and instantly fell asleep in her daddy’s big strong arms. Life is good!

Sleeping beauty…

I just love the contrast of Isabelle’s tiny little hands holding tightly to her mommy & daddy….

After waking from her quick catnap, Isabelle was ready to head outside for some fresh air and some pics with her mommy & daddy….

The leaves made a perfect background. And, I’m pretty sure expressions don’t get much cuter than this next one…

Our happy family…

Giggles with mommy…

Life’s simple pleasures…

Isabelle loves her Daddy…

After a little nap & some fresh air, it was time for a snack. I just LOVE the view of Isabelle’s eye lashes from this perspective.

She really does have the most incredible eyes!!! And how about those cheeks…I had to hold myself back from totally nibbling on them!

One of my favorite shots of the day…

Molly & Guy, thank you both soooo much for welcoming us into your lives 3 years ago with such open arms & open hearts. And, bigger thanks still for keeping us in your lives and for wanting us to document Isabelle’s first year of life. Things change so quickly when they’re little and we hope these photos help keep her little for a while longer! We love you guys and loved spending the afternoon with you and Isabelle! Thanks for the delicious Sicilian pizza…Guy you’re the best! Can’t wait to hang out with you all again…next time lunch is on us! With big love and hugs, Christine & Andy xoxoxo