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Jan
13

Every year the months of September through December are a bit of a blur and, at some point, blogging inevitably becomes a distant second to shooting/holiday card crafting/gift prints for Aunt Marge rushing fever. Now that I've returned to work and caught my breath a bit, I'd love to share a few of the sessions from the last two months, as well as the winter babies who keep coming!

It was a treat, as always, to photograph the C. family.  We began years ago with eldest brothers L. and B. playing basketball, baseball, and bubbles in the backyard.  Then came brother H.  Mom and I will never forget settling him at last just as the dog decided to run barking through the house! :)  And now, finally . . . pink!  What could be sweeter?


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TaraMc said:

Absolutely stunning work!

(01.13.12 @ 05:18 PM)
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Dec
16

Has it really been more than three weeks since I've blogged?  If that's not a sign of the busy fall/holiday portrait rush, then I don't know what is!  

The studio will be closing for the holidays from tomorrow through January 3rd.  For those super-organized moms-to-be who booked their newborn sessions for December, I will see you soon!  All other e-mails and calls will be returned beginning on the 3rd.

I have so many new sessions to blog and all winter to catch up, so for now I'll simply wish everyone a beautiful holiday season with the ones you love.  Enjoy every moment!

xoxo

Joyce
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Nov
23

"I believe in pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner. I believe in kissing, kissing a lot. I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles."   â€• Audrey Hepburn

For today . . . a beautiful family with three happy girls. :)

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Nov
17

Miss M. and Paul Simon both agree it's a great way to spend the day. :)

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Amy C said:

So perfectly precious!!

(11.19.11 @ 09:38 PM)
Lisa M said:

oh, the color is absolutely delicious! And the baby...downright gorgeous!

(01.04.12 @ 03:59 PM)
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Nov
14

Joy is the feeling of grinning inside. --Melba Cosgrove

. . . and sometimes, on the outside as well! :)  Who couldn't help but smile at this adorable face?

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TaraMc said:

Simply beautiful and oh so sweet.

(11.14.11 @ 11:57 AM)
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Nov
8

Children of the same family, the same blood, with the same first associations and habits, have some means of enjoyment in their power, which no subsequent connections can supply . . .  
                                                                         ~Jane Austen, Mansfield Park

What a treat to see A. and C. again.  I have so loved our sessions over the years!  Thank you, Z. family.

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Katie said:

Gorgeous session! Love the tones!

(11.08.11 @ 09:28 AM)
Reb said:

Love the quote and love the pictures. Excellent work as usual Joyce. Philly is so lucky to have you!

(11.08.11 @ 01:00 PM)
Tara McGlinchey said:

Love these, Joyce. So much joy and fun energy. Beautiful work!

(11.08.11 @ 11:02 PM)
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Nov
4

I have loved photographing the M. family since before Miss A. was born, and every time it's like being with old friends.  Though they are about to embark on a new adventure in New England, we will not say farewell but instead, as always, "until next time!" Thank you, M. family. 

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Dennis Bullock said:

So great Joyce!

(11.05.11 @ 11:26 AM)
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Nov
1

Look at these beautiful C. girls!  How on earth did they grow so quickly?  Thank you, S. and K.! It is always, always a pleasure!!

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Anna Mayer said:

Beautiful girls! And such amazing photos, as always, Miss Joyce. You are very talented. :)

(11.01.11 @ 10:56 AM)
Barbara Breitsameter said:

You are one of my VERY fav photographers. These are fabulous. Great expressions captured. You have such a fresh, timeless style to your work.

(11.01.11 @ 10:58 AM)
kathy wolfe said:

BEAUTIFUL FAMILY!!! Fantastic work Joyce

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Oct
31

What can I say?  It's fall (or winter this past weekend :)) and the blog has fallen by the wayside in favor of sessions, sessions, and more sessions!  Here are a few recent ones from the holiday minis. Prepare for cuteness!




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Oct
14

Remember adorable H.?  Here she is at her own newborn session on the left and just a few weeks ago on the right . . . when she had someone very important to introduce to me.  Meet her little brother, J.!  Congratulations, G. family!  What a privilege it has been to watch your family grow!green1.jpggreen2.jpg

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Tara McGlinchey said:

Such beautiful photos! What a gorgeous family. They must be so happy with these. Beautiful work Joyce.

(10.14.11 @ 04:00 PM)
Jim said:

Those are fabulous. I know why the family came back to you. Love the little girls expression in family shot.

(10.19.11 @ 04:46 PM)
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