Maegan Dougherty Photography » NJ Birth and Family Photographer

This is one of those families I could sit and talk with all day.  I had the best time capturing what it’s like to be a family of three (well, I guess Ace makes it four), and I hope to be photographing their family for years and years to come.  I met them last year for a mini session (I can’t find it anywhere on my blog!) and was thrilled when they invited me to their home for a full session this summer.

Had a wonderful weekend with Paul and the boys and I’m really excited for all the fun things we have planned this week!!

Pamela Slicner Sullivan - July 16, 2012 - 1:06 pm

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL pictures Diane….I cannot believe how big Lucianna is already….you have a beautiful beautiful family!

Jennifer Parlapiano Barisciano - July 16, 2012 - 4:53 pm

Looks like these belong in people magazine ;). What beautiful girls…….and Pete and ace look g.

Jennifer Parlapiano Barisciano - July 16, 2012 - 4:53 pm

great too

Claudia Bio Ciasullo - July 17, 2012 - 4:28 am

Fantastic! She looks so big! She is a mini Pete…love it! miss you guys!

Rita Pino - July 20, 2012 - 3:19 am

The pictures came out great…Thanks for sharing.

Diane Resto Damiano - July 20, 2012 - 2:06 pm

Thank you for allowing us to use your pond aunt rere!! Love you

When I decided last night to blog about Jasper today, I planned to take some new pictures of him.  The day passed quickly without my camera (while we enjoyed every minute of it), so I decided to pick some of my favorites of Jasper during his first five months.  And since sometimes it’s a lot easier to make a list instead of writing paragraphs, here are some of the wonderful things about my irresistible tiny love.

1. How big he opens his mouth when he smiles, especially at his daddy.

2. The way he rolls on his side and puts his head way back when he’s sleepy and I lay him down is his Pack ‘N Play next to our bed.

2.5. The way he snuggles against his daddy or Xander or me when he’s in bed with us.

3. His determination to put his pacifier back in his mouth after he pulls it out.

4. The way he stares at his hands with total awe.

5. The way he stares up at me when I’m holding him.

6. When I’m talking to someone else and I look at him and he’s smiling at me.

7. Everything about the way he and Xander are together.

8. Knowing we get to experience all the exciting firsts and special moments with Jasper that we have with Xander in his first three years.

There are so many more things and I’m excited to share thoughts and pictures more often going forward.

Brand new.

This Brookstone pillow was Xander’s favorite napping spot, too.

Most of the picture we have of the boys together are in bed.  We love bed.

Just over two months old.  I love the pictures from this day.

I can’t believe I’m this lucky.

 

 

Bielka - July 18, 2012 - 6:40 am

He is adorable Maegan. God Bless!…Love those eyes 🙂

It’s that time again!  I’m looking for babies and toddlers to photograph in Under The Nile clothing for the Spring 2013 line, to be printed in the Under The Nile catalog, and posted on the website.

I’m looking for a diverse group of models between the ages of 6 months (must be sitting unassisted) and approximately two and a half.  I also need one younger baby approximately 12 pounds.  Please e-mail me (maegandougherty@gmail.com) with your child’s name, age, and clothing size, along with a recent picture or two.

We will be doing the photo shoot(s) the week of July 22nd.  The specific date/times/location are to be determined.  It will be in Northern NJ on the weekend or late afternoon/evening during the week.

The models who are chosen for the catalog will receive a copy of the catalog and two Under The Nile outfits (they are organic and so soft and cozy).  All of the little ones who participate in the photo shoot will receive two or three pictures in their own clothing (parents are welcome in these pictures).

This is my fifth season doing the catalog and the parents and models and I have so much fun every time.  It’s a totally laid back and fun environment with no pressure.  I usually have a few models come at a time, so it’s a fun way to meet some other families, have some pictures taken, and maybe see your cutie in a catalog!

Here are a few pictures from last year’s shoots…

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You can read about Under The Nile on their website here and check out their Facebook page here.  It’s a super cool company.  While you’re on Facebook, I would love for you to like my page if you haven’t already! 🙂  You can also find me on Twitter now @maegandougherty.  My 27 followers and I are having fun with it!

Tomorrow night on the blog my adorable, not-so-tiny-anymore, extremely lovable Jasper is going to make an appearance!

Karen Asta - July 13, 2012 - 8:23 pm

I’d love to try this out with my son Luke 14 mos. what do I need to do to sign up?

maegan - July 13, 2012 - 8:40 pm

Hi Karen! If you can just send me an e-mail at maegandougherty@gmail.com with a picture or two and remind me in the e-mail that Like is 14 months, that would be great. Thank you!

Abbie Roman - July 14, 2012 - 8:56 am

How bout a just 3 year old who’s short and can pass for 2 and a half?! 🙂

maegan - July 14, 2012 - 9:54 am

Looks like the biggest size is 24 months this time! I need to find another catalog with bigger sizes so I can use both of our 3 year olds!

Tara - July 14, 2012 - 10:41 am

If you end up needing Leila for the 24 months let me know 🙂 I’m sure you’ll have plenty of applicants though 😉

Lesley Whyard - July 14, 2012 - 3:50 pm

Sure u don’t need a 3.5 year old? 😉

Amy Grandstaff Nunamacher - July 18, 2012 - 1:57 am

I just sent pictures of my girls. Maybe one of them will work.

Jaime Cruz - July 18, 2012 - 8:22 pm

I really hope you’ll have Isabella back for this one!

I have 30 minutes to come up with a blog post, since I told Facebook yesterday that starting today, I’m blogging every day for a week!  I can’t believe it’s been two months since my last post.  I don’t think it’s because I don’t have anything to say.  I think it’s because I have so much to say and I can’t figure out how to say it all.  So there will be a lot more writing coming up soon.  Last week started an amazing new life for me, and I want to write about it, photograph it, and to remember as much as possible of the way things are right now.

For tonight, I want to share some portraits of this wonderful family that I have been photographing for a few years.  Lots of love in (and for) this family.  This mom is such a happy mom and it is so apparent to me that she totally gets how special it is to be a mom!

Caroline - July 13, 2012 - 12:15 am

Beautiful photos….beautiful family! 🙂

Jenny Lombardo - July 13, 2012 - 4:14 am

Beautiful pics!!!

Jill Mauro Driscoll - July 13, 2012 - 4:20 am

Your blog couldn’t have been more accurate! Alissa is a wonderful mom with a beautiful and happy family! Great pictures!

Alissa Mauro Rust - July 13, 2012 - 10:12 am

Tears in my eyes again, Maegan! You are amazing and we will cherish these forever!

Joan Rekemeier - July 13, 2012 - 10:52 am

Beautiful shots, Maegan!

Nora McGuinness Culp - July 13, 2012 - 11:05 am

they are all beautiful! amazing!

Jenny Dalbo Lombardo - July 13, 2012 - 11:10 am

Beautiful pictures! Beautiful family!

Shannon Jean Adams - July 13, 2012 - 11:33 am

Omg….gorgeous photos!

Emily - July 13, 2012 - 11:56 am

Love these!!

Karin Sicoli - July 13, 2012 - 12:44 pm

Wonderful photos of your beautiful family Alissa Mauro Rust! Thanks for sharing!

Lynn Welden - July 13, 2012 - 7:54 pm

My late cousin was the loving father, father-in-law, and grandfather of these marvelous people. You have touched me with your photos and I know how proud he would be of this wonderful family.

Alissa Mauro Rust - July 13, 2012 - 7:57 pm

<3

Abbie Leibowitz - July 11, 2012 - 12:32 am

I love the new pictures Maegan!

Jamie Toporovsky - July 11, 2012 - 12:40 am

Omg Awesome!
Gorgeous!

Mariana Zelig Borenstein - July 11, 2012 - 4:39 am

Beautiful!!

Naømi Weiß - July 11, 2012 - 5:29 am

Great photo!

Abbie Leibowitz - July 11, 2012 - 3:59 pm

thanks so much

Maegan Dougherty - July 13, 2012 - 2:29 am

I am so happy I was able to take them for you. You guys are awesome!

Susan Nachimson - July 13, 2012 - 4:11 am

Hi Abbie Long time no speak! You have a beautiful family. Hope you are doing well.

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