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The F Family on the Eve of Earl {Long Island Family Photographer}

First I want to thank the F family for their versatility and humor.  Our photography session had been scheduled for Tuesday but the thing I have always been afraid of happened… I had a flat tire on the way and had to wait forever for AAA to rescue me.  I was horrified!  I can’t tell you how wonderful they were about rescheduling so we did it Thursday on the eve of what turned into the non-event of hurricane Earl.  I think it was more windy on Thursday night than it ever got on Friday.  And boy was it windy!!!  After a few hair clips and adjustments we persevered.  I loved working with the F family!  Enjoy a quick sneak peek until your gallery is up.

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What to Wear | Aggie Hill {Long Island Baby Photographer}

One of the first questions clients have after they book their session is what do we wear?  We send out a What to Wear Guide to all of our clients to help them with this decision and of course I am always available to help style their session.  Since this is such a big question, I will be doing a series of What to Wear post featuring some of my favorite companies who carry beautiful children’s clothing.

Today we feature the wonderful Aggie Hill.  I love their clean classic looks for both girls and babies and their attention to detail.

Here is a little info from their site:                                                                                                                                           

 A family owned specialty retail site – Aggie Hill, where the spirt of childhood is celebrated.
After almost five years of sustained growth, Aggie Hill has modernized and relaunched with many new product offerings. It is truly like stepping into a storybook of heirloom worthy finds for baby & child.   

Excellent personalized customer service is offered online and via telephone. Each order is beautifully packaged, which is emblematic of our commitment to excellence and brand integrity.

They are having a wonderful giveaway of Australian Blunnies Boots ($90 value).  How wonderful would these be for back to school!  Enter by visiting their site.   They have also offered free shipping to all my blog readers for the next week (ends 9/3/10 so hurry!).  Use the code MASSEY when you check out.  Thanks Aggie Hill

Beautiful Peaceful Baby L {New York Newborn Photographer}

Baby L was amazing.  It took him a little while to settle down but when he did he was out like a light.  A true joy to his parents, big sister and furry brother (see him at Woof).  Welcome little love.  Your gallery will be up soon mom and dad!

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new york-long island newborn baby photographer

new york-long island newborn baby photographer

new york-long island newborn baby photographer

new york-long island newborn baby photographer

Welcome Baby E ~ Sneek Peak {Long Island Newborn Baby Photographer}

The O family sure creates beautiful babies and E is no exception!  E is now a month old which is a little older than the suggested newborn session and so he didn’t sleep a wink until it was time to leave.  He didn’t sleep but look at those amazing eyes, wide open!  So beautiful.  Your gallery will be up soon mom and dad.

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The H Family in Montauk~Sneak Peek {Long Island Family Photographer}

I was delighted to photograph the extended H family during their vacation in Montauk.  It was a beautiful, although windy day (the giant balloons didn’t quite work out!).  It was a pleasure spending time with you guys!  Here are a few images from the day until your gallery is up this week.

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the h family

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Happy 4th! {Long Island Baby and Children’s Photographer}

Boy is it hot as a firecracker outside!  Have a great day and stay safe out there!

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Check Out My New Pup {Long Island Dog Photographer}

Check out my new pup!  www.stephmassey.com/woofblog

Got Gift? {Long Island Baby Photographer}

Did you know we have beautiful gift certificates to make your gift of photography even more special!  The gift of contemporary portrait photography will be cherished for generations to come.  Know someone having a baby?  We have a baby registry which can be used by the new parent’s friends and family to contribute to heirloom photography of the new little one.  Give us a call and we will give you suggestions and answer any questions you might have.

The possibilities are unlimited… Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, senior portraiture, major life events.  Who will you surprise today?

Goodbye Dear Friend {Long Island Family Photographer}

It is with a broken heart that I announce the passing of my sweet pup Sophie.  Sophie has been suffering from an ocular tumor for the past 9 months.  Sophie handled her last months with love, dignity and amazing courage.  She has been my best friend and companion for more than 12 years.

Sophie often accompanied me on photo sessions to the delight of my little clients.  Two of my favorite clients that I see each year really loved Sophie.  One year I made the great mistake of leaving Sophie behind when I went for our annual photography session in PA.  Not a good idea!  Little G cried immeadiately when she saw me without Sophie and her sister H wasn’t a bit too happy either.  Needlees to say, that was a mistake that I didn’t make again and the girls and then their little brother took a photo with Sophie every year.  

Sophie loved these outings and any outing that included riding in the car.  In the winter of 2002, Sophie and I drove from Long Island to Baton Rouge, LA stopping along the way to visit family and friends and visiting interesting sites in many states.  What a great travel companion she was making friends at every stop!  People who didn’t like dogs all seemed to like Sophie.  She was so darn cute and sweet you just couldn’t help yourself.

Our annual summer trips to Maine were also something Sophie enjoyed as much as we did.  As soon as we drove up to the ferry she would know and get excited.  She loved sitting on the porch looking out on Penobscot Bay and hanging out with her dog friend who lived next door.

There are no words to say how much we will miss her.  She gave us nothing but joy and unconditional love every day of her life.  Our only solace is knowing that she is no longer suffering and is now at peace.  She will be in our hearts forever. I love you Sophie girl.

Welcome to the World Little M {Long Island Newborn Photographer}

How beautiful is this little guy!  You know his brothers R and F, the cute little twins I have photographed over the past year as part of our Year One collections.  Well now there are three!  Congrats to the D family!  Your gallery will be up soon.