Baby Nola {8 days}

February 4, 2010

Mom whispered the news to me at her children’s June session that she was expecting and I cannot believe how quickly the time went.  It is such a compliment that the “S” family continue to think of me to capture their family memories and moments.  They are an absolute delight and make my job seem effortless.  Baby Nola arrived 8 days ago and is simply divine.  She is absolutely perfect.

And a few bonus shots of Hadley and Jackson.  Jackson is turning 5 this month so we did a few shots to celebrate the milestone.  Happy Birthday Jackson!  May your birthday be filled with cake and superhero fun!

 10 comments on this blog post will earn this family a complimentary 5×7.  Give ‘em some love!

white cocoon/sling and peapod cocoon by May22 at www.etsy.com

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Jillian Schoenborn: Once again you have taken amazing pictures of my family! Thanks so much for your patience!!! I LOVE them!!

Wendie DeLano: Beautiful pictures- Nola is a gorgeous baby!

Wendie DeLano: J&H look great too- looks like they are having fun!

Paula: Absolutely AMAZING. Andrea, you are fabulous at what you do.. Now, I have to try to decide which ones I want... LOL.. Jackson, Hadley & Nola's Auntie Paula.....

Renee DiPonio: Wow, georgeous picturers of all the kids Jillian, Great photography!

Chrissy Ortega: Nola is so precious! What amazing pictures. And I can't believe how grown-up Jackson and Hadley look!

Rachelle Schoenborn: So beautiful! All of the pictures are amazing but I especially like the one where Nola is looking over Dan's shoulder...And I can't believe Jackson will turn 5 this month! Where did the time go??

jen pifer: Grea pics! What a doll! Congrats again jillian!

Niki Coon: I love the pictures! They are amazing! 3 beautiful kids!

Melissa Snody: Fantastic photos!! What a beautiful family!

Jeanne Debono: All 3 of the kids are beautiful! Wonderful pictures.

Joanne Prince: Absolutely gorgeous kids and pics! Thanks for sharing.

Christina Walters: These are amazing!!! What a beautiful little addition to your family!

Grandpa and Nanna: Jackson and Hadley, what a beautiful little sister you have and how "grown up" you two look.

My Baby {goof ball}

January 29, 2010

My baby recently turned four.  There are days when I cannot believe how quickly the time has passed.  Days where I recall the time not so long ago where he would fit in my lap and suck his thumb, when he was less independent, when he relied on me to make his days perfect. 

Then there are more recent days.  Days where he has me giggling because he says things like, “If I keep sneezing, I’m going to turn into a chicken” or “When I grow up and turn 34, I can watch movies about magic and bad guys.”  Days where he shocks me with his sincerity by saying things like, “The world looks beautiful today Mommy.”  Days where I look at Luke and see myself and my husband in him and think we’re doing a pretty good job with this whole parenting gig.  Of course I miss the days of cooing, tiny clothing, baby drool and toothless smiles.  But days like this….when he is visibly happy and comfortable in our home……being goofy, wearing ski goggles and a cowboy hat at the dinner table…..days like this make me look forward to what he has up his sleeve for tomorrow.  I’m sure it will be nothing short of amazing.

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Susan Ashe: Happy Birthday Luke -- awesome outfit!!!!

Elle Ticula: This is my favorite picture of Luke! He should come to the studio in this outfit!

Baby Holden {7 days}

January 23, 2010

Baby Holden made plans to stay awake for his big photo debut.  But after some cuddles from mommy and daddy and a quick go around in the swing, he couldn’t fight sleep any longer.  He dozed off for the sweet, dreamy photos momma had been hoping for.  And check out this hat!  Grandma lovingly knitted the little rainbow elf hat before Holden arrived in this world.  Congratulations “S” Family - your son is amazing!

Give ‘em Some L.O.V.E.  10 comments will earn this family a complimentary 5×7!

 

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amanda Vanbuskirk: love love love them!

Beth Greening: Gorgeous pictures!

Melissa D: Awww.....so adorable! I love the elf hat......great pics!

Carrie: LOVE THEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Diane: Love the pictures, Holden is beautiful, can't wait to see the rest. I think Holden should be the new little one with the hat on the website home page :)

Melanie: He is such a handsome little man!! You all look wonderful!

Daniel Schoenborn: that nephew of mine is so cute !! ...

Jillian Schoenborn: He is so cute! I love his little lips! Andrea you do an amazing job of capturing special moments!! I love the pictures!!!!

Helen: What a Cutie!!!

Sue Aurelia: He is so adorable, just like mommy and daddy! I love the pictures!!!

Dodi: Gorgeous pictures...what a sweet little guy! :)

Tammie: LOVE the rainbow hat!! Great pictures guys, Holden is adorable!

Alexa: Holden is so beautiful! I love his lips! Awesome pictures - much better than the old hospital mugshots!

Paula: Holden is so cute.. I love these pictures.. The one w/ your rings on his toes is the best!! Congratulations...

Grandpa and Nanna: Thanks for capturing these memorable pictures of our new grandson.

Lillian {9 days new}

January 17, 2010

Just look at this little angel.  Baby Lillian is an absolute beauty and perfect in every way.  She did phenemenal for her photo debut and let me move and wiggle her all different ways!  Her mama could barely stand to watch as she’d break into tears each time I posed her little “monkey”.  Thank you for inviting me to your home and for the giggles. 

Just like the previous post……if this family receives 10 comments on their post they will receive a complimentary 5×7.  Tell Mommy and Daddy how sweet their baby girl is!

Blue Flower hat by KamieosCreations.  Teal Tassle hat by GMolly.  Multicolor Elf hat by FunkyHooker.

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Kamieo Fox: They look great. Love how soft the blue hat looks in the photo. Great little poser. So adorable :)

Jillian: Too cute!

Jen: What a beautiful collection of photographs! I LOVE how that chartreuse blanket pops!

Robert: I really enjoyed watching the photo shoot. Every photo is precious. Can't wait to see the 3 month photos!

Brandy: I was really fun watching Lillian's at home photo shoot. I thought it was great how patient you were with her. I like your style and hope to have you do my pictures one day!

Rachelle Schoenborn: Great pictures! I especially love the one with the blue hat...So cute!

Jody Morrell: I love the pics they are too cute...She is perfect in every way

Robin mcsparin: love the pictures so cute love the hats

Baby Adalynn {six months}

January 13, 2010

How cute is this little one?!?!?  She definitely made me work hard for smiles today - such a serious little girl.  Although I did tell Mommy and Daddy that sometimes the greatest photos are not of baby smiling, or looking at the camera.  Some of the best photos are those of your little one just being themselves, exploring and taking it all in.  Baby Adalynn was an absolute delight.  She rocked her photo session without a whimper and made the cutest little squeaks and squeals.  Thank you for chosing me to work with your family.  Enjoy your sneak peek!

p.s.  I’m starting something new here on the blog.  If this family receives 10 or more comments on their blog post, they will receive a complimentary 5×7.  Be kind and give ‘em some love!!!

*bear hat lovingly knitted by thehunnybee at www.etsy.com.

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Rachelle Schoenborn: I'll give some love...So stinkin' cute! Can't believe she is already six months old. They are ALL amazing! Good luck making a selection :)

Diane: Mel, Adalynn's pictures are just adorable.

Gary Schoenborn: she is too cute! Look at those blue eyes!

Yvonne: My favorite is the bottom left photo of her looking up! All I can say is WOW!!!

Lindsay: Oh my goodness, these are so adorable! This is why my passion is photography! I love my niece so much!!!!

Karisa: OMG these turned out so good. i have been looking for someone to do aubreys 1yr and my engagement pix

heather j: These are great pictures!!! She is such a photogenic baby! Addy's a cutie pie!

Erika Akers: She is beautiful. These pictures are amazing

Ruth (Grandma): Such a cutie!! We have such good lookin' kids in this family!

Nadine Segal: These are such beautiful pics! What a sweet angel!

Joleen: Great pictures! She is absolutely perfect!

Ivey: She is so beautiful!!! These pics are GREAT!!! I love her little jeans!!!!

Melanie (The Mom): Amazing!! They are all so adorable I cannot wait to see the rest! You do fabulous work Andrea, and your talent shows through the pictures!

Linda Jasina: She is so darn cute! How can you only pick a few of these pictures. I want them all!!!!

Baby Jonah {newborn}

December 27, 2009

This wonderful family warmly welcomed me into their home to photograph Baby Jonah and his adorable sisters.  While newborns are easiest to photograph within the first 10 days of life, two-week old Jonah was an absolute rockstar for his big debut.  Thank you for choosing me to work with your family!  Enjoy your sneak peek!

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Heather: wow!!! you are amazing!!! they are beautiful-I can't wait to see the rest....thank you again for today.

It has been a great year.  “Great” is actually quite an understatement.  It has been a fantabulous year for Mishka Photography!  My work was published locally a few times in various articles and publications.  One of my photos made the back cover of a nationally published book.  Metro Detroit voted my business into third place for WDIV’s Best of Detroit for portrait photography.  I am proud of my accomplishments and excited about the opportunities 2010 will offer. 

The best part about the past year?  I have met so many wonderful, kind hearted families, adorable kiddos and blissfully sweet babies.  I have spent time with amazing children through the Littlest Heroes Project - - each one of them taking up shop in a special corner of my heart.  I sincerely appreciate every bit of trust you put in me to capture your families moments and memories.  I say it all the time….but the photography arena is a very competitive industry……I am humbled and honored and sometimes flabbergasted that you made the choice to work with crazy ‘ol me.  I am blessed to remain busy and booked, even with the Michigan economy in cahoots.  I love to pick up my camera every day.  I love to meet new families (which often times turn into great friendships).  I love to make your children giggle.  I could not have chosen a better path to take in my life and I never imagined in a gazillion years that my passion would turn into something so……..wonderful.

Now, for the deliciously exciting news!  I am taking my business and photography up a notch.  I have taken the plunge and will be opening my own STUDIO in Royal Oak!!  My head is spinning, I can’t stop thinking about furniture, fabric, paint and window treatments and I am beyond excited to show it to you!  I have some a-maaaaaa-zing ideas up my sleeve for the space and am aiming for a mid-January opening but will keep you posted here on the blog (and on Facebook if you’d like to look me up over there!).  I hope you will all stop in to visit me at the new place.  And, if you have been happy with my services, I would be forever grateful if you decide to spread the word about my new home away from home. 

So, THANK YOU, my friends for making me feel special.  For believing in me and my, often times, crazy visions and ideas.  Thank you for a wonderful year.  I wish all of you and your loved ones a safe, happy and peaceful holiday season.  Be Merry!

Cheers!

Andrea

p.s.    I almost forgot to give some love to my family!  I cannot express how wonderful they have been, particularly the past few months.  I really gave their patience a run for the money this Holiday season! 

And, because a post is blah without photos.  Here are a few fisheye snaps from the Rochester display.  Its gorgeous!

 

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Jillian Schoenborn: Congrats! We can't wait to see the new diggs :)

Steph: Exciting News! Congratulations and best of luck on your new endeavor!

Jennie K.: I have no doubt that this will open up new windows for you. Congrats!!!!!

Beth: You use the greatest descriptive words: fantabulous, deliciously, gazillion, flabbergasted. Can't wait to see your new place!

Erica Young: YAY Andrea I cannot wait to see your studio. Your work is amazing and congrats on all the big accomplisments.

Yvonne: Wow, this just about brought tears to my eyes. I am extremely happy for you Andrea! You have taken your dream and made it reality and have done a fantabulous job to say the least! You are so very talented and blessed with such a beautiful family. I wish you much success in your new venture.

A Family Affair

December 10, 2009

It is a challenge to coordinate family schedules to schedule a family photo session.  But it is SO worth it!  This family of 11 met me at the Compuware building in Detroit and it ended up being a great backdrop for photos.  The water fountain with the contrasting metal architecture made for some great images.  Enjoy your sneak peek!

 

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I met this mama a couple years back when our boys were enrolled in the same music class.  Even after having baby #2 six months ago, she still looks fantastic!  The Gourneau family are “good people” - kind and caring, outgoing and laid back.  A wonderful family to work with!  Enjoy your sneak peek!

 

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Joyful January {maternity}

December 7, 2009

I tell ya.  There was definitely something in the water a few months back because I have so many expectant mommas booked in January!  I’m just glad I was fortunate enough to say no to the kool-aid - - three boys is plenty for me.

The Cawleys are expecting a little girl in January who, I have a feeling, will be ultra spoiled.  They were such a pleasure to work with and I am very much looking forward to meeting baby Lillian in the New Year.  Thank you for choosing me to photograph your family!

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