I had the extreme pleasure of meeting up with this gorgeous family and capturing some seasonal and family photos in Laconia, NH recently.  But boy was it COLD out!  Brother and sister (and mom and dad) were all troopers though and we got through it.  I’m so happy to say that my most recent sessions have resulted in some of my favorite pictures to date – which can only mean great things for my upcoming sessions!

I met Mom a few months ago, and she has been one of the most welcoming, warm and fun people I have had the joy of meeting and befriending since we moved.  And come to find out, our dad’s are friends from WAAAAY back…small world!
Can I just say how much I am in love with this guy…he reminds me of the little boy from Jerry Maguire so much!“Did you know bees can smell fear?”The cuteness…it was keeping me nice and warm that day!!!She made me work for those smiles for sure, but once we got going we she had loads of them to share!Sigh…I love, love.Another one of those images that is just so genuine and peaceful that I never want to take off my screen.
Of course we have to play during a photo session.  No one likes all stuffy posed shots!  She completely melted me when I caught this…
Boys will be boys, but I just love that he was being himself and playing with me.  So much fun.Nothing like secrets between brother and sister…and then a sneaky kiss!We decided to call it a day just in time as the wind started picking up!

We got some absolutely beautiful images and this family was just so fun to collaborate with.  Can you imagine how fun it would have been if we had some mugs of hot chocolate on hand to warm up?  I’d love to do a hot cocoa session with a fun family some time!

How would you like to get most of your holiday shopping done without even having to leave the comfort of your PJs (and in less than a week!)?  At 32 weeks pregnant that sounds fabulous to me right now.  How would you like it if your purchases helped an amazing cause supporting children?  I have a solution for you  that will satisfy both of those desires!  This morning kicks off the 31st annual 98.3LNH Children’s Auction!

If you live in and around the Laconia and Lakes Region of New Hampshire then you are very familiar with the annual auction that raises money for local children’s charities.  The money raised is used year round – not just at the holidays, so it is important that we raise as much money as possible!

I’m excited to announce that not only am I sponsoring the auction bid board tomorrow (Wednesday) morning from 8am – 2pm, but over the course of the week, three (3) Carey Hough Photography Portrait Packages will be auctioned off (value of $180)!  These would be a great present for a family member, close friend or even yourself!!!

The auction is running this morning right through Saturday morning and you can listen on FM 98.3 WLNH, Metrocast LRPA-TV 25 and online at http://www.childrensauction.com.  There have already been some great items up for bid, and if you get in on bidding early in the week you have a chance of getting a great deal.  But it’s for the kids, so bid high and bid often!

This is all about helping out the kids – tune in, bid what you can, when you can or show your support by buying an Auction Support decal from Hannaford in Gilford, Meredith, Alton, Plymouth or Tilton.

Also  if you have a local business (I’m looking at you mamas!) or are a local resident who has some items you can donate – 98.3LNH NEEDS THEM!  It’s not a joke or a ploy – they do not have enough items to make it through the week and they need your help.  You can drop items off at the Conference Center at the Lake Opechee Inn and Spa in Laconia or contact me and I’ll arrange to pick up your items!

Let’s work together and make this year even more successful than last year!

I’ve got a secret for you.  Are you ready?  I love to photograph kids!  Alright – worst kept secret ever I know.  There’s just something so special about how their spirits just absolutely sparkle.  Sometimes they give it to you very easily…

…and sometimes they make you really work for it.  But even in those moments, they are just so genuinely…them!Luckily for me, during this recent family photography session the kids were just full of spirit and more than willing to share it!This little guy just turned 3, and he is just a heartbreaker!  He was very happy to cuddle up and give kisses to his family.  I was pretty sure I was going to have to tear his hands from Mom’s cheeks at one point!This one image just absolutely gets me every time I see it on my screen.  The love.  Sigh.This little girl is six months and had personality to spare!Mom and Dad are just full of happiness and love!Happy family!Mom and I dubbed this one “the Wrangler Ad”.  Gotta love Dad and his little guy!Yep, he definitely has something special.  Shine on little man, shine on!