Adored....{NJ baby photographer}

I traveled through the winter wonderland to Clinton, NJ a few weeks ago to meet this adorable little man:) He was so excited for his photo debut and really didn't want to miss anything, so not much napping. Eventually he snoozed for a bit and we go the most adorable sleepy shots.


We also got a few great wide-eyed shots, which I love.


Some more snoozin'...


and a few with his big brothers. They were so cute with him, they serioulsy adore him!


I said 'kiss your brother' and got this...


How cute?

Some of my favorite little people...{NJ baby photographer}

Some of my favorite little people have a new addition to their family!


This is the cover of the adorable Happy New Year/Birth Announcement card that they sent, I love it! Isn't she gorgeous?



If you are in Moorestown, be sure to check out this week's Moorestown Sun (see page 2, top left corner) for our ad!

Enjoy the snow day!

Two Peas in a Pod {NJ Baby Photographer}

Here is a quick sneak peek of two adorable babies since I know some of my very favorite people are dying to see them:)

First, the lovely Jenna Elizabeth...

and her baby brother Joshua Thomas(younger by 18 minutes)...

and one of both little ones...

Congrats Cait and Greg! Your little family is just perfect.

The Winners {NJ baby photographer}

The Image of the Year contest is over and I'm very excited to announce the winners:} Drum roll please....

The first place winner {wins a gallery wrap canvas} is Image #14 baby Joey!

Second place {wins an 11x14 mounted print} is Image #20, adorable Ben!

Third place {wins a $50 print credit @ a 2011 session} is Image #27, blue-eyed Maddie:)


Last, but certainly not least, is the winner of the 2011 photo session with a $200 print credit...the winner is facebook fan Laura Iezzi-Seidelmann!

Congratulations to the winners! and thank you everyone that voted!

Stay warm:)

Smiles {NJ baby photographer}

They say that newborns don't really smile...


I guess this little guy liked my 'knock knock' jokes:)



I can see the light at the end of the 'holiday card tunnel.' I am almost finished designing all of my 2010 client cards {my own family card, sadly is another story}.

In celebration of finishing up everyone's cards, I'll be announcing a fabulous contest this weekend. Stay tuned...

Be still my heart:) {NJ Photographer}

As a mom, this shot makes my heart do a cartwheel. Seriously.....


One of my favorite little guys giving me quite the GQ expression here...


His little sis was a bit of a tough customer, but happy if we were playing Lady Gaga on the ipod. Toddlers:)


Confession - I love her dress {from winter water factory}sooo much that I had to buy one for my little girl.

Oh...and one of my favorite things about this session is that they are expecting a new baby brother or sister, so I get to photograph them again and get my newborn fix very soon!

Thanks for stoppin' in!
Nighty night.

Summer wind {NJ baby photographer}...

The summer wind came blowin' in
From across the sea
It lingered there to touch your hair
And walk with me

All summer long
we sang a song
And then we strolled that golden sand
Two sweethearts and the summer wind

Like painted kites, those days and nights
They went flying by
The world was new beneath the blue
Umbrella sky

Then softer than a piper man
One day, it called to you
I lost you I lost you to
The summer wind...

I spent the weekend in Cape May to celebrate my birthday and it felt like summer...and I love summer so I have Sinatra on my mind tonight:)

Anywho...since I basically quit blogging over the summer (y'all didn't notice, did you?)so I would have more time to enjoy all things summer, I thought I would share one of the lovely newborns I photographed this summer.




Isn't she lovely?

I still have a few spots available for the holiday sessions this coming Sunday, drop me an email if you would like one:)

Casting Call {Phildelphia Editorial Photographer}

Casting call:
I am in need of several models for an upcoming commercial photo shoot.

Specifically, I need:

a baby, age 6-12 months, able to sit up unsupported

three spirited toddlers between the ages of 2 & 5

The photo session will take place on either Sat., 6/12 from 8-10 am, or Sun., 6/13 from 5-7 pm (weather dependant).

If interested, please send a recent photo of your child, their size, and favorite fun activity to:

lisa@lisatrakis.com

Thank you!

Beautiful Girls {South Jersey Baby Photographer}

Introducing Amelia...


Isn't she lovely? As always, I thoroughly enjoyed this newborn photo session:)


I knew I would, her big sis is one of my all time favorite models!


Thanks for stopping in!

Brothers {Philadephia photographer}

I met these adorable brothers for a fun photo session in Philadelphia.


The interaction between them was so cute. I love capturing siblings loving each other:-}



Thanks for stopping in!

Location, Location {Moorestown photographer}

I love this location and I promised one of my clients I would show it off on the blog so she can decide if this is the perfect location for her son's 6-month photo session:)






Off to enjoy some of the glorious sunshine:-)

Little Angel {NJ Photographer}

One of my favorite newborns is now a big girl:}


Isn't she a beauty?

Anticipation {South Jersey Photographer}

This sweet couple traveled from Baltimore to have their maternity portraits taken and I am so honored to capture this special time for them! I can tell that they are going to be amazing parents because (1) Katie adores children, and (2) they are a great team, it is very apparent that they truly adore each other and are so excited to meet their little bundle.


Katie, you are absolutely glowing...and Mike, I knew you could bring the intensity {wink}:)


I can't wait to meet baby B in a few weeks. Katie, relax, you are going to do great:)

Sweet toddler, On the Go {Moorestown Photographer}

I met this adorable little girl on Saturday and she did what toddlers to best ~ go.go.go:-) I had fun hanging out with her and her family, including her puppy.

We had snacks, clapped hands, bought balloons, sang songs, were asked to leave private property {that I didn't realize was private property}, and got some great shots:) What a morning, it's all in days work for me!


Great job Mom on the styling, I love how coordinated but not matchy this look is, just perfect!


Thanks for stopping in!
Lisa

Birthday Boy, Big Brown Eyes {South Jersey Photographer}

I got to meet this little stud muffin last week. He was celebrating his first birthday:)


Cake smash! Not sure what he thought about the cake...maybe hmmmm why are they letting me eat this?



Happy bday little man:-)

Spring Mini Sessions {Moorestown Baby Photographer}

So excited to announce the spring minis here on the blog...I announced them on my facebook fan page a few days ago and we still have a few spots left.

Here we go...the details:

Limited Edition Spring Mini Sessions – Saturday, April 17th {Rain date, Sunday April 18th}
**There are a limited number of spaces available for these mini sessions. Session are booked on a first come first served basis.

$425
Includes a 30 minute session at a fabulous location showcasing beautiful spring blooms!
Choose from 2 groovy packages. {yes, i said groovy:)}

Package A
Personalized image box and all proofs (10-12) in 8x8 format
Fifteen percent off additional a la carte prints

or

Package B
5 gift prints (sized 8x10 or smaller)
1 wall portrait (sized 16x20 or smaller)
Fifteen percent off additional a la carte prints

Optional Add-ons
Mini brag books, perfect for your purse, the office, or grandparent gifts!
Discounted digital file packages.

Call 856.625.0459 or email lisa@lisatrakis.com to reserve your spot:-)





Looking forward to seeing all of my fabulous clients and of course meeting a few new clients!

Rain rain go away {Philadelphia child photographer}

I had a taste of the gorgeous weather over the weekend and the rain just seems worse today. I guess it's fitting for a Monday though.

The gorgeous days made me so excited to get out and photograph my spring sessions in the budding trees and flowers and fresh beauty all around.

I was lucky enough to photograph this lovely little lady last week.


I adore her freckles:}



FYI ~ I just announced the Limited Edition Spring Mini Sessions on my facebook fan page!
Click here to become a fan on Facebook

Fresh {New Jersey newborn baby photographer}

I'm sure I'm not the only one who couldn't be more excited to say good riddance to Winter 2010. I'm looking forward to Spring and all of its freshness.

Speaking of fresh...check out this adorable bundle that I recently photographed.


Also, I have a new facebook fan page. If you would like to be in the know and have advance notice on specials, promotions, and limited edition sessions, become a fan!

Click here to become a fan on Facebook

I'll be announcing the details for my Limited Edition Spring mini sessions soon. I am super excited about the location and a fabulous new product that will be included with the minis.

One more thing, I did some spring cleaning and updating over on the website, if you haven't been there lately, check it out:

Lisa Trakis Photography, New Jersey's baby and child photographer

Just checked the forecast and it's looking pretty sweet and dreamy after tomorrow:)

Thanks for stopping in:)
Lisa

Happy Birthday Baby! {Moorestown Baby Photographer}

I can't believe my sweet baby girl turns 1 this week. The year fluttered by so fast...yet I can't imagine my life without her, it's hard to believe that on this day last year I was pregnant and hadn't met my babydoll.


She is sweet, and happy, and melts my heart every day. She is a Momma's girl through and through.


Happy Birthday baby:)

Sweet Baby {South Jersey Baby Photographer}

I'm just loving the baby boom in NJ this winter! I love meeting my newest clients and their families. There is just something about a newborn baby, they get me every time. I love that they are full of personality and unique from day one.




There is still time to get in on the winter newborn special ~ all newborn sessions in March include 25 custom designed birth announcements.

Newborns are best photographered before the baby is 2 weeks old. Newborn session are booked when the mother is expecting and a session date is chosen shortly after the baby's birthday.