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Baby Roman – RI Newborn Photography

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Melissa Lacouture

A couple of weeks back I did a maternity shoot with the beautiful Aisha and handsome hubs, Dave. At the shoot we had a chat about how Aisha was a little nervous that the baby might come late. Apparently Dave and Aisha are late for everything so it only makes sense that their offspring would follow suit. Baby Roman decided to start rebelling sooner than later. He made his entrance two weeks early. I guess he wanted to be home for Christmas! Roman is a perfect mix of his mom and dad. Such a handsome little man! He was very cooperative with us and our crazy ideas. I actually think we might have been boring him because he could hardly keep his eyes open.

Chillin’

I love this one!

Usually I hate to see wrinkles (mainly mine), but in this case they are adorable!

Stretching…

Aisha bought some cute little knitted accessories. I love this sleep sac!

My favorite foot photo ever

It’s hard being 2 weeks old.

This antique barber chair was Dave’s father’s.

2011 Rewind :: Newborns – RI Newborn Photography

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

I have to say looking at all the family portraits that I posted yesterday made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. Today’s post is no different. After the family comes together the newborn baby makes it that much stronger. I’ve had the absolute pleasure of documenting the new edition for some families. I love all the stages and ages for different reasons. What I love about doing a newborn shoot is that one moment when for just a split second they look right into my camera lens. Those are always “the one” picture from the portrait session. I also love just being around them. They are only new for a short, short period of time. I love watching them stretch and yawn, but above all I love listening to them breathe. Being new to air and all they sound like they have been smoking for the past 20 years. Maybe not so cute for an adult, but when an 8 pound cutie pie is doing it it’s adorable.

So in this rewind we are checking out some of the highlights from my newborn shoots of 2011. Tomorrow… Lot of babies.

Tristan and Addison’s Portrait Shoot in Pawtucket – RI Family Photography

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

Sometimes after I do a portrait I get a little jealous. I see these great pictures of someone else’s family and I wish it was my family in them! You might also get a little jealous if you continue to look at this blog post. My studio is in an old mill building which means the outside is just as cool as the inside. When I saw Tristan’s sweater I knew Mom and Dad would be down for something a little cooler so we ventured out. Not cooler in temperature because it was like 60 degrees out. I mean cooler in attitude. We really lucked out with the weather, wardrobe choice and a really fun backdrop. Everything came together perfectly.

I’m crazy for this picture…

And this one…

When Mom first emailed me she told me that her husband was in Afghanistan! We couldn’t set a date until she knew exactly when he was coming home. This is a really sweet family and I’m so happy that everyone is safe here at home and able to spend the holidays together. I hope these pictures make the homecoming just that much sweeter.

Love it!

The expression kills me! Addison is only 2 months old. She is so adorable!

The whole family!!

Such a good big brother.

The beginning was all about Tristan so Addison needed some time in the spotlight inside where it is warm and cozy.

Baby Sam – RI Baby Photography

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

I had the pleasure of meeting little Sam and his Mom at their beautiful house last week. Sam is definitely a laid back kind of fellow. He was pretty content to do whatever, lay where ever, and wear whatever. I think he understands the value of cute baby photos and how happy they would make Mommy. Already a Mama’s boy! Nothing wrong with that!

I just love this red sweater one piece!

Beautiful baby + Beautiful floors = Happy photographer

Love this one!

I love these pictures of him in his crib. He is just having a blast with his awesome mobile.

He started cracking up while wear this adorable jester style hat. Very appropriate!

Ready for a nap!

Baby Sarah in Newport, RI – RI Baby Photographer

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

About a year ago I had the pleasure of photographing Jen and Brad’s wedding at Castle Hill in Newport, RI. This year I headed to Castle Hill to see them again, but this time to photograph their beautiful baby girl, Sarah! She was just about a month old. I don’t think I’ve ever photographed a baby this age who loved the camera more than Sarah. She was mesmerized by it, always staring right into my lens and even smiling. Add the cuteness and it made my job way too easy!