Children Portraits | Melissa LaCouture | Rhode Island Portrait & Family Photographer

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.

Rosie’s Portrait Shoot at the Studio – RI Portrait Photographer

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

There is just something about Rosie. I love her. It’s sort of funny because the first time I took pictures of her wasn’t the easiest shoot for me. I pretty much chased her around some gardens for almost two whole hours! She did not want me to take her picture. The photos ended up being some of my favorites. After doing those portraits I have been looking forward to taking Rosie’s pictures again.

Rosie’s Mom loves stars. Sort of like a certain photographer I know. When she saw the set up we had for our holiday mini shoots she wanted Rosie to have her portrait done in front of them. Thankfully she was smart enough to book a whole portrait session instead of a mini. Who knows if Rosie would warm up in 20 minutes? Actually Rosie ended up having a great time getting her pictures done. She didn’t want to leave the studio when it was done!

See what I mean? don’t you just love her?

These pictures kill me!

Perfect girl for this backdrop!!

Ada’s Portrait at Roger Williams Park – RI Baby Photography

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

The initial plan for Ada’s portrait was to take a ride up to Lincoln Woods. Ada has been going there with her mom since she was a peanut. She comes from an outdoorsy family that loves to be close to mother nature. When her mom spied this amazing hut during a walk through Roger Williams Park she had a whole new idea for Ada’s photos. Her mom, Mandy, is a super talented artist. Just look up at the top of my web site. See that banner? Mandy designed it. The hut inspired Mandy to add a little something to our photo shoot. She texted me “I’m bringing something for the photos. I went to RISD so bear with me”. I totally trust Mandy and knew whatever she had in mind would be (as she would say) rad. When she showed up with this cool bird mask for Ada that she made that morning I was very excited to start the shoot!

There she is!

Mandy jumped in for some pictures. Unfortunately Ada’s Daddy is camera shy. That’s right, Derrick. I’m calling you out.

Love this one!

What a beautiful day in November!? The weather has been so crazy! I’m not complaining though.

Ada is used to maneuvering through the woods. I think she is better at it than I am. It’s in her blood.

Wearing Mom’s necklace as a headband…

Tickling her face with the grass…

The many expressions and emotions of Ada…

Seriously! What a gorgeous day it was!

She was very excited to show me all the rocks she found.

Such a beautiful little girl.

Aubrey and Riley at Goddard Park – RI Family Portrait Photography

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

I was very excited to meet this family in Goddard Park last week. From reading Helena’s emails I knew I would like her. It turns out she is not only funny but also beautiful with a gorgeous family to boot! Sort of makes my job easy. It was a little chilly out but the whole family were troopers. Aubrey wrapped herself in Riley’s blanket in between shots. Anything to keep warm and happy! She is 2 which means she is the boss!

Such a sweetie. She wasn’t too into the camera at first, but thankfully she warmed up to me!

Riley is 4 months. What a handsome guy!!! I love his flowing baby hair. He is adorable…

Words can’t describe the cuteness.

Brother and sister love!

Peeking in on her brother’s close up.

Trying to see if there is anything hiding in my camera.

Logan’s Hip Portrait Shoot in Providence, RI – RI Baby Photography

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Melissa Lacouture

I couldn’t have had a better subject to shoot in Providence. Logan is exactly what you think of when you think of a city girl except she is a toddler. She is intelligent – She knew so many words and even some letters and numbers. She is hip – Check the outfit! She is independent – She was running down the street like she owned the place. Lots of smiles and great locations made it really hard to pick just a couple for the blog so I just had to post some extra!