Last weekend, I had the opportunity to spend some time with the Sinicropi Family. I came over to document their life as it is right now since they will soon be a family of four.
I arrived shortly after Marco woke up from his nap and it wasn’t long before his personality started to shine through. Teresa had set up a craft project for him to do while I was there and I think he was more interested in the markers than the actual project itself—he was being so silly!
Eventually, we found ourselves “rocking out” with his dad, Mark, in their upstairs music room while Teresa cooked dinner. As the night progressed, we just hung out and let Marco do what he does best: be a funny, sweet, and busy almost two-year-old. I really enjoyed the opportunity to get to know him. Throughout the night he was very aware of my presence and made sure I was included in every activity. He’s going to be one amazing big brother.
I loved watching Mark and Teresa in action—they are amazing parents doing an incredible job raising Marco. You could feel their love not just for Marco, but also each other, just by being in their presence.
One thing I really love about documentary sessions is the ability to see parents in action. You are able to witness them embrace every moment with unyielding love, patience, and admiration for their children—it’s incredible to experience. I feel so blessed to be able to show parents, like Mark and Teresa, what their love and life looks like at this moment in time so they (and their children) can remember it always.
Thank you, Teresa and Mark, for allowing me into your home to get to know your family. I really enjoyed documenting your life as a current family of three and I can’t wait to photograph you becoming a family of four.
Be sure to check out the slideshow below to see some of the highlights from our evening together. For optimal quality, be sure to view in at least 720p H
As most of my friends and family know, I have always had a love for photography—specifically documentary work. It wasn’t until about a year-and-a-half ago that I was introduced to the concept of family documentary photography and instantly fell in love. So over the past year, I have been taking in every bit of information related to this particular genre, practicing my heart out, and talking to (and learning from) some amazingly talented photographers.
A few weeks ago, I put out a model call for Family Storytelling Sessions to start building my portfolio outside of my own children and close friends. This past weekend, I had the opportunity to document the Hurley Family’s evening routine. Mary’s dog, Olivia, and my dog, Andrea, went to puppy obedience class together way back in the day (they are both 11 now!). So I was excited when she answered my model call and we were able to catch up and chat about her three adorable children: Tate, Knox, and Phoebe.
Tate is sensitive, sweet, and thoughtful (he made a beaded heart for mom and drew a picture for his baby sister during craft time), Knox is very independent and a bit of a daredevil (I caught him climbing their built-in bookcases at one point!), and Phoebe is a smiley, happy baby (and a total daddy’s girl).
With three children five and under things can get a little crazy and the Hurley family was no exception. Between keeping the kids entertained, preparing dinner, bathtime, and eventually bedtime, there was never a dull moment. Throughout the evening I was able to witness Mary and Dan embrace parenthood beautifully—they were so involved with their children and approached every moment with unyielding patience and a great deal of love.
Thank you, Mary and Dan, for allowing me into your home. I had an amazing time documenting your beautiful (and sometimes crazy!) everyday life and hope we can get together again someday.
Be sure to check out the slideshow below to see some of the highlights from our evening together. For optimal quality, be sure to view in at least 720p HD.
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I am currently looking for families or expecting couples in the Rochester, NY area to photograph sometime within the next two months for approximately 3-4 hours. If interested, please fill out the appropriate questionnaire by clicking the links below:
All applications will be reviewed and families/couples will be contacted if selected. Those selected will receive a free session and 10 high-res images suitable for printing as a thank you.
*Must be willing to sign a model release as these images will be used for my portfolio and advertising purposes.
STORYTELLING SESSIONS ARE:
- Unscripted. You are not required to arrange your children in a perfect row and all look at the camera and say ‘cheese’. In fact, these purpose of these sessions are for your family to just be themselves and let their personalities shine.
- Capture this current time in your life. These sessions capture the personal, intimate memories that last a lifetime, but live only in our minds; the unique moments most precious to you and unique to your story.
- Document the smaller everyday moments. A quiet Saturday morning, the treasured routines and traditions, a nice long walk with the dog, or the way the kids play together (including the little messes they leave behind).
- Natural. No need to worry about arriving anywhere on time, dressing up, big lighting setups—you are in your element, where you feel comfortable to be you.
- Give very little to no direction. The goal is to capture your everyday life without interruption. (You will probably forget I’m there!)
- Most importantly, they capture everyday life. It’s documenting the messy kitchen after you just prepared dinner together, the funny faces your children make and the hugs and kisses you get, the occasional meltdown or time out, the belly kisses or the nursery preparation. Most of all, it’s about capturing the love you have.
Your life won’t always look like this and these moments are worth saving—we are all unique and perfect in our own imperfect way. These sessions are all about embracing the beauty within our everyday life.
If you have any questions regarding this model call, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
