Zack and Zoey

I promised these photos so long ago...I really wonder where the time goes. Well, I am happy to finally share these photos of Zack and Zoey. What adorable babies, with great, relaxed parents. I see the connection between calm parents and calm babies. Deirdre and Alex have their hands full taking care of twins, but they seemed like pros! I guess that is what twins do for you. You know sometimes one has to cry while you tend to the other. You learn that babies will cry, and they will be ok.

Photographing twins is always a challenge because you have two babies and not just one, but I have to say, it is also fun to see how they have their own personalities and unique look. Zack and Zoey kept us on our toes, but as you can see they did well in the spotlight!

Mannina Family Portraits- the twins are 18 months old

I will never forget my maternity shoot with Jana Mannina. I had seen a lot of bellies before her, but never one as big as Jana's. She was pregnant with twins! I was amazed at how she was still standing. She said she had held out so she could get her maternity photos done, but she was ready to deliver as soon as we were done. Gianna and Mateo were born 6 days later!

I can't believe how time flies. The twins just turned 18 months old and Jana and Steve decided it was a perfect time to capture them on film and to have a professional family shoot. They will have an album to to look back at in years to come, as well as digital files so they can share photos with friends and family on the internet. The timing is perfect to have great photos for their holiday cards!

Remember when you are photographing your children not to worry so much about them looking right at the camera. A lot of my favorite shots are when the little ones are not aware of the camera. You are more likely to capture more of their personality. Also, zoom in. Close ups really show the children's expressions, and again, more of who they are. Set aside some time to follow them around and just keep shooting. The more time you give yourself to take photos of the kids, the better the chance of getting one of those priceless pictures.