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Henry
An other sweet little baby boy to share this week. I was quite excited to try out a few props, a new wrap, new hat with matching diaper cover, the bucket, the stool, and the chinese basket. Henry did a great job modeling for us:)
Emerson
He’s here! I love photographing the belly, and then meeting the baby. Right at 2 weeks old, Emerson was a champion little model. As you all must have realized by now, newborn sessions are some of my very favorite, for the very simple reason, I get to hold a baby. They are so small, yet so perfect, so easy to please, content with affection. Somehow, they have the power to “stop the world”, wash away the worries and stress, with their simple demand of love and gentleness. Bridget and Colby, thank you for the special time with your precious little boy.
Estelle
Little Miss Estelle is 2 years old! I started photographing her in her mommy’s belly. I can’t believe she’s so grown up. A very busy little girl, so interested in life, there is no time to sit down, except maybe for a quick tea party. It was a pleasure to watch her in action, and a bit of a challenge to keep up with her. These images celebrate her gleeful personality, and her inquisitive mind. I hope to continue watching her grow into a beautiful girl.
Noël en Provence, deuxième partie
The last part of our December trip to France. I’m probably reiterating, but having spend Christmas in France was so special to me, even more so since it was in Aix-en-Provence. It was my first Christmas back home since my engagement (Noël 1994!!!!)
True to our wish to tour the surroundings, we visited Marseilles, the oldest city of France, founded in 600BC by Greeks. It is famous for it’s “vieux port” (old port), still France’s largest commercial port. The entrance of the port is flanked by 2 forts, Saint-Nicholas on the south side, and Fort Saint-Jean on the north. Further in the bay is the Frioul archilpelao, comprises of 4 islands, including “If”, the location of the Chateau d’If (where the iron mask spend his life, in the Dumas novel The Count of Monte Cristo). Unfortunately, the weather didn’t allow the taxi boats to take us to the archipel. Instead we opted for an open bus tour of the city, with enough time to appreciate the Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde.
le vieux port de Marseilles,
Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde,
Little boats and planes are dangling from the high ceilings. The paintings are breathtaking.
A panoramic view of the port and little islands, with If (pronounced “eef”).
The Basilica is on top of a little mount, dominating the city,
The sunsets in Marseilles are magnificent,
Towards the end of our trip, we took everyone to a favorite place of mine, a classic tourist spot of Provence, the Sénanque Abbey. It was founded in 1148 by Cisterien monks, and is still operated by a small community of monks. They grow lavender (huge gorgeous fields of perfect rows of lavender), and tend honey bees for their livelihood. I’ll have to go back this coming summer, to show you a picture with the lavender is at its full bloom.
Once the guided tour over, we headed to Gordes, a beautiful and typical historic village up on a cliff. I think this landscape, of uneven grounds, with hill sides exploited with terraces, old villages, stone houses, clay roofs, luxurious vegetation makes the charm of Provence. Doesn’t it want to make you go there?
On the side of the roads, occasionally you’ll see these uncommon structures called bories. They are dry-stone huts. The stones, without the use of mortar, have been skillfully stacked into huts with corbelled vault ceilings. Right out of Gordes, is a whole village of these bories. The dating of the bories is unclear, however their origin goes as far back as the Bronze Age. Life in some ways must have been so much simpler back then, no worries of catching up with your emails, facebook friends, texting, twitter, but then probably the fear of cold winters, your man making it back alive from hunting dinner…
It was very cold that day, and getting late. Everyone was ready to leave, and I still wanted “one more picture”!
Noël 2009 en Provence
Today, I’m able to share a few pictures from our past December trip to France. I had been hoping for a white Christmas, snow flakes even greeted us on our arrival. However, the thin white blanket melted within a day, and rain took over. Our first day, eager and ambitious to discover all of the South of France, Henry planed a spiritual excursion for us. Legend has it that Mary Magdalen (along with Lazarus and Martha) fled to the South of France (via Egypt) bearing “the earthen vessel that held the blood of Christ”. While legends of the Holy Grail took a life of their own centuries later, merging with other legends, many believed that Mary Magdalen was herself the earthen vessel bearing Christ’s child, the sacred bloodline of David. In the South of France, the cult of the Magdalen flourished until it was all but wiped out in the Albigensian campaigns by the Roman Catholic church in the late 13th century. The site where she is believed to have retreated for the last 30 years of her life, has been preserved by Kings and Popes, as a result it is a unique and ancient forrest, with vegetation uncommon to that part of Europe.
We climbed up a steep hill to the grotto of Sainte Baume, snow still covering the ground, it was beautiful. Wether the legend is true or fiction, the visit was enlightening, the view exceptional, the “promenade” so peaceful.
Will, Meg, Olivia and my niece Rose, all bundled up,
A monastery stands on the cliff of the grotto where Mary Magdalen retreated,
There were many meals, long meals with endless french conversations (to my delight, but probably a little too lengthy for Henry, who is still struggling with my native tongue). This beautiful table was set in my “second parent’s” home, Louis-Alphonse and Anne-Lise. Louis-Alphonse is a very accomplished artist. He is especially known for his sculptures, the picture on the right is of one of his earlier piece. I love how he gives everything a personal twist, here our name settings were cut out little paper dolls. Henry’s were running, since he likes marathons so much.
In the summers we always talk about climbing the Sainte Victoire with the children, but because of the very dry heat and high risque of fires, access is restricted to early mornings only. It’s a good hike, and we never seem to managed to rouse the whole clan early enough to allow to reach the top and back by the curfew. This was our chance to finally make it. It was warm at the bottom, but the wind was fierce at the top. Olivia, only 6 years old, pleaded with every family member to be carried some of the way… The view was again spectacular, the air crisp.
Aix-en-Provence, while in the Christmas spirit, remained very “green”, with a conscious effort to keep electricity consumption low. On the main Street, the Cours Mirabeau, little wooden stands housed the Christmas market.
The “santons de Provence”, little clay figurines, hand painted, which are used in the south of France to compose the nativity scene.
Maybe not the best picture of us, but it’s so rare to have us together, the sisters. In the middle, Sylvie, to the right Bibbi, and I’m on the left.
Liz
Spring is here! Unlike everyone else I wasn’t ready for “good weather”. Our cool temperatures suited me just fine, it isn’t that I dislike Spring, I actually LOVE it, it’s just that I’m only too aware of it’s shortness. It seems to be a quick introduction to a long hot summer…
I’m so inspired by all the colors, the lovely blooms on pear trees, the few cherry blossoms… Driving around town, I see opportunities everywhere for nice pictures, I wish I had a group of teens, kids readily available for all the creative impulses that pop up in my wondering mind.
Lucky for me, Liz, a Navarre high school senior, was willing to zigzag through town with me, and explore a few spots. She made me, my camera and my blog very happy! Liz, you’re absolutely STUN-NING!
Brodie
Heidi
She bears the name of one of my all time favorite novel character. She is sweet, sweet , sweet, full of delicious dimples, with perfect baby skin, beautiful red hair, gorgeous blue eyes… so adorable.
I love all the uncensored expressions infants have, the emotions are so genuine, there is no self consciousness in the way. I really don’t like waiting for the angry/crying face, but it’s still one (I believe) that needs to be recorded.
She’s ready to go places,
She’s off…
to the stair case
Peek-a-boo
Time for a nap,
Mary Margaret
I’ve known Momo since she was 7 years old. She’s now blossomed into a beautiful young lady, leading a very active live as a sophomore at Pensacola CHS.
Japanese Magnolia
Announcing the true start of spring with their early blooms, the Japanese Magnolias are giving Pensacola an enchanting feel. Their flowers are whimsical, delicate with a subtle fragrance, and while they grace our town with their beauty, I’m filled with wonder. I believe the Soulangeana (the botanical name) is my all time favorite tree. This year, as I was in my marveling state, I had an urge to use a branch for a picture. It became an obsession. I’ll spare you the logistic details of getting this image, it was definitely a challenge, but the result was well worth the efforts.
My model is sweet 4 days old Mackenzie. A great thanks to her parents, Nick and Ashley, for indulging me and allowing me to have my picture!
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Love the way you captured my sweet nephew. They are great!
Great pictures of my precious grandbaby. It was worth the time!
Great pictures! Thanks!
Great pictures!
These are great pictures!! He is adorable!
Love the pictures..so sweet! Arielle did a great job of capturing that beautiful baby boy! : )
Look at that sweet baby! I love me some Henry…
Wow! he is already one cool dude. Will and Pam
Henry is a cutie pa tutie. no offense to bruce but these are sweet baby pics
Adorable! Henry is quite a lil model.
Welcome to the wonderful world of motherhood! He is beautiful…can’t wait for my boys to meet him!
Awesome pictures of Henry! He is so precious!
Fantastic pictures of Henry. Amazing
The pictures are great…. but how could you miss with such a beautiful baby. Love it!!!
Wonderful pictures! My favorite is the one on the bench with his little butt in the air.
What wonderful pictures of Henry. I enjoyed meeting him on Friday. CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Henry did a great job modeling….absolutely precious
Great Pictures
Gorgeous pictures of a gorgeous baby! xoxo -
Thanks for sharing these awesome pictures of little Henry! We can’t wait to see him in person.
WOW, finally we meet Henry… What a precious site… Great Pictures
Wow! Amazing pics! #3 is my fav….
He looks like an angel! Those pictures are absolutely breathtaking!!
He is beautiful. he is already a model! Great pic.s!!!
He is so gorgeous Margie & Jeremy! But then again, I wouldn’t have expected any less than from such beautiful parents!! These pictures are the sweetest thing! Thank you so much for sharing! Myles and I cannot wait to meet Henry in person! Much love!! xxoo
He is so precious!! These are amazing pictures! Congrats Jeremy and Margie!!
Wow! What a beautiful baby boy! People’s future best looking man of the year. Anne Belle Geddes has nothing on you Arielle.
Beautiful pictures of a precious little boy!!
Marg and Jeremy,
These are the most precious pics of Henry. I know you are both very proud!!
Beautiful - and adorable.
What amazing pictures and what a beautiful baby boy ! How blessed you are !
What a beautiful baby boy! Great pictures. Loved the one with the hat on.
I love the web site. You are very creative. We need to get you before the price goes sky high. Brent
Grandma and I loved the pictures. He is a beautiful baby.
Gorgeous pictures of an ADORABLE little man…You will cherish these pictures forever!!
Love these beautiful photos. They are absolutely adorable! Henry should be in magazines!
How Cute Is He! These are great pics, thanks for sharing!
LOVE THEM!!! #3 is the best! He is PERFECT!!!
Great pics! My favorite is Henry puckering his lips..
Theres th in the bestest chapel buddy whole world!!!! I luv you Gwynnieeee!!!
These photos of Gwyneth and Jacob are amazing! Great job!
What a gorgeous family! And the photos are outstanding. Lots of fun to look at.
Teresa Rogers
These are beautiful! I love the knitted hat outfit! Soooo cute! Love him and can’t wait to hold him again! Precious!