Stuppia Christmas

 

If I know that a client will be using pictures for a holiday card or some sort of announcement, I typically like to hold off from blog posting so I don’t ruin the surprise, but now I know I am in the clear with these and I’d love to share them with you!

I shot this little guy’s newborn photos, imagine?!  Time flies!  I love being able to watch children grow and see the little people they become 🙂  This one just happens to be pretty handsome and his dog isn’t so bad either 🙂  Merry Christmas to the Stuppias!

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LaPlante Family Shoot

I spent a very cold Fall day with the LaPlante family at Brooksby Farm in Peabody.  And despite the cold, they were troopers!  What a fun, laid back family 🙂  The energy and love they have is clearly visible in these photos.

A Little Fall Fun

I haven’t done a personal post in awhile, so I wanted to share some shots I took while apple picking with family and friends at Applecrest (www.applecrest.com).  You’ve seen me do blog posts from Applecrest in the past, so I’ll keep it short and simple, but I just love the Fall colors, so it’s hard to resist 🙂

Anniversary & Wedding Cakes by Torte di Venezia

I know you’ve seen some fantastic cakes already from Torte di Venezia, including birthdays, graduations, and even a few wedding cakes, but I wanted to dedicate this blog post to strictly anniversary and wedding cakes, since that is their specialty!  Check out their fantastic attention to detail and their fun, unique cakes!  And be sure to give them a call if you’re in need for your special event!

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And in case you were wondering what the mastermind herself looks like…

This will be your designer, your baker and your customer service rep, the owner of Torte, Karen Venezia.  Follow her on FaceBook and get to know her!  Reach out!  Send an inquiry!  You won’t be disappointed 🙂

The Demakes

Before Baby Ava, there were three 🙂  Meet the Demakes and checkout their beautiful Fall photo session.  Not only did this shoot act as a family portrait, but it doubled as Melissa’s maternity shoot as well.  The Fall colors really bring vibrance into these photos and I absolutely adore the shot with the lake.  Love is in the air with this adorable family!

The Turner’s

Before Ms. Harper, there were three!  Meet the Turner’s – Nicole, Kevin and KJ – who, at the time of this shoot, were patiently awaiting the arrival of their newest family member, Harper, whom I  just adore 🙂  Nicole and Kevin’s wedding was at Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover, so it only seemed fitting to go back to this beautiful spot for their family shoot.  Check out this sweet family’s scenic shots…

Nicole’s adorable, floral maternity belly band is courtesy of My Daughter’s Boutique.  Check them out!

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Mia & Reece Fall Session

I wanted to share a few shots from the Fall session I had with these cuties – better late than never!  Fall is one of my favorite times to shoot.  It makes for the best colors and who doesn’t like to have fun in the leaves? 😉

Nicholas & Jenn’s Mommy & Me Shoot

Mommy & Me shoots have become very popular.  They are usually a little more casual, than a posed studio session.  Typically, they are done at the family’s home/backyard or a local spot where it’s fun to hangout and just be yourself!  The goal is to capture mother and child the way they interact when no one’s around.  You might recall Elyse and Connor’s shoot last summer, where the two just chilled on the beach down the street from their house where they frequently go 🙂

For this session, Jenn took Nicholas to Connor’s Farm in Danvers (www.connorsfarm.com) for some fun and he loved every minute of it!    In addition to the animals and all the great attractions there, they have a beautiful pond filled with lily pads.  I was able to get a great shot of the reflection of the clouds in the sky and the photo of Jenn and Nicholas in front of this pond, might be my favorite one 🙂

Torte di Venezia Update

Torte di Venezia has been very busy not only baking, but growing the business, marketing and branding!  I’ve been asked to continue to photograph all their special goodies along the way.  There will definitely be more to come in the future as Torte’s website, blog and social media platforms are built and continually updated 😉

How adorable is this child’s jungle themed birthday cake and matching cupcakes?!

You may have seen one of these beautiful wedding cakes on my FaceBook page (https://www.facebook.com/#!/AngelaDeSimonePhotography) before 😉

 In addition to amazing cakes and cupcakes, Torte offers small baked goods as well – very versatile!

And finally, owner, Karen, has a real affinity for the Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland.  Isn’t this cake amazing?!  The detail of the cat laying on the tree limb, just like the movie, is truly awesome!

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Connor’s Christening

Baby Connor and I have history, although he doesn’t quite know it yet 😉  I have photographed him as a newborn and then again with his mother, a few months later.  So I guess when he grows up and sees all these photos, he’ll get it!  I was also fortunate enough to photograph his christening at Saint John’s Church in Winthrop.  What a beautiful church!  The ceremony was followed by an outdoor celebration where all Connor’s friends and family gathered to celebrate the little guy 😉

Custom cake by Torte di Venezia:  https://www.facebook.com/TorteVenezia

Flowers and floral arrangements were courtesy of Petrie’s Flower Shoppe:  http://www.flowershoppes.com/

Petrie’s Flower & Plant Shoppe

409 Lynn Fells Pkwy

Saugus MA 01906

(781) 233-5642

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