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Mandy, Derrick and Ada (plus Roscoe) at Roger Williams Park – RI Family Photographer

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

One of the first things you must think about my web site is “Man, that is one awesome banner!” Well, we can thank Mandy here for designing it. Although I think she’d prefer it if you said the banner was rad instead of awesome, but that’s ok.

Mandy and I have lots of mutual friends, but had never met. Then when I was pregnant with my son, Max, I found out that this mysterious person named Mandy was also pregnant. Mandy was due to have her baby two weeks after me. Then Max turned out to be breach (or should I say didn’t turn at all). Mandy also had a stubborn breach baby. All these similarities, but we never met. Once I had Max my husband was always saying how cool Mandy was and how I should hang out with her. Well, she is and now I do (when it isn’t snowing and if either of us can ever find the time).

Here she is with her stubborn little lady, Ada, Derrick and their first baby and puppy, Roscoe. These are definitely some of my favorite family pics to date. I hope they love them as much as I love my banner. Thanks, Mandy!

Baby Eli at Roger Williams Park – RI Baby Photographer

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

I did this family portrait session back in October at my family portrait day in the park. Now this February I’m going to be doing Eli’s first year portrait. I’m sure he will look like a different baby when I see him next. They get big so quick! One thing that I’m sure won’t change is how insanely beautiful this child is! When I saw him the first thing I noticed was his eyes. They are an amazing blue! I don’t know if I’ve ever even seen eyes this blue before. Too bad I made all these photos black and white. You’ll have to check back for the portrait next month to get a good look at them! In the mean time enjoy these sweet photos of Eli and his parents.

I love this door! Add a little sun flare and I’m happy.

Little Hunter at Roger Williams Park – RI Baby Photographer

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

I was looking at my “Things to do” list for January and high on the top was email Brooke! Back in October when Brooke and her beautiful family came to my family portrait day she was (and still is) pregnant with #2. We made plans to do a newborn shoot when the baby comes. He should be here any day now. Before I post the pictures of the newborn I wanted to give Hunter his time in the spotlight! He’ll be sharing it with someone else soon enough.

Family happiness AND sun flare!? Love it!

Hunter is going to be about a year older than his new brother. Being so close in age means Hunter is not only getting a new brother. He’s also getting a new best friend.

Who couldn’t love this little face?

Can’t wait to see you guys and your new arrival!

Baby Alex at Roger Williams Park – RI photography

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Melissa Lacouture

On my family portrait day I had the pleasure of meeting Michelle, Matt and the new edition to the family, Alexander. I took these photos back in October. I believe he was about 6 months old. Adorable is the first word that comes to mind! Those cheeks, those eyes! I would be remiss if I didn’t discuss the hat. It’s a little ridiculous

Here is little Alex with his adoring Mom, Michelle. There’s just something about having a son.

I guess Alex has both parents wrapped around his finger already! If you ask me there is nothing wrong with that at all!

Posing in the park

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Melissa Lacouture

It’s not easy fitting a portrait shoot into this family’s schedule! They are busy, busy. There was a lot of emailing and scheduling, but they finally were able to fit me in. When I met them they were fresh from a visit to Disney World! Sort of jealous. Not going to lie.

This is Emma. She is a super poser!