Options - Smithtown, Long Island Children's Session

As the trunk of the SUV opened, out came all of clothing. 

Blazers, dresses, jeans, bows, shoes, jersey's...colors, textures, options.

I was seriously in l-o-v-e. 

Talk about coming prepared! 

Now, those of you that know me, know I'm a girl that loooves options. 

Imagine how completely giddy I felt upon the clothing revelation. 
It was heaven!. 

I can't tell you what a tremendous effect the clothing choices have in your images. You know yourself how different you feel when you slip into high heels, or sweat pants...a high power suit or a sweet sun-dress. With each and every item we wear - it adds a little somethin', somethin' to our character. 

I was so excited with this session to see (with each outfit they pulled out) what possibilities/inspiration 

each choice would lead us to.

I was lucky enough to be blessed photographing two families this past Sunday afternoon. Two sisters, well Mom's, with five kids between them both. They were referred to me by the wonderful Mannino family. 
So a quick shout out to them...for that gesture (referring) is the best compliment ever to me!

The one thing I love capturing is relationships. 

Not just guy and girl. Siblings. Brothers, sisters, or cousins. 

I think there is something so magical about it. 

The ease in which family can laugh together, talk or just tease. 

They are just naturally themselves when in the company of people they know best. 

Relaxed and comfortable.

These children were so well behaved it would have knocked your socks off to see. What was interesting was how each one of the children adored one another. They were sweet. They were compassionate. 

The older boys were watching out for the younger kids. 

Holding their little sisters hand - and all without really being prodded. 

They did so naturally. Instinctively. 

I was reminded of a quote with this session. 

"We do not remember the days...we remember the moments."

How sweet a moment this was...

and this...

I heard a rumor that it was hard to get these next two boys to smile. 

I didn't believe it for a minute! ; )

Their baby sister...

What a face!

I seriously need to have another boy so I can have a picture of my own like this. 

*sigh*

One of my faves from the day...

For macho, sport lovin' boys, I thought this image caught a softer more vulnerable side to them.

I just like this next picture. 

The swoosh of the skirt, the swing of the hair. The expression. 

Pretty darn precious! 

Okay, raise your hand if you want to eat him up?!

Another favorite...

I love the emotion on her face...and the great eye contact on his. 

 Plus they look so cozy it makes me just want to squish them!

Ahhhh...to be a kid again.
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Thanks Tracy and Christina for the amazing and stylish clothing options you brought along. It totally made my day. You thought of everything! I loved how laid back and comfortable you both were and how you both allowed me plenty of space to get silly and playful with the kids.

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