Familiar Faces

K, K, & R have been loyal clients of mine since I first started my business. I've been able to document some pretty significant times in their lives so far and I can't wait to see what comes next for this Baker family.

Most recently, we had a session for Christmas photos. I LOVE LOVE LOVE how they chose to go with blue. I love Red & Green as much as the next person, but sometimes it's so refreshing to mix it up!

Our first location didn't pan out the way we were hoping it to so we quickly found a replacement location (all in a day's work) and we were very happy to have Foss Farm in Carlisle all to ourselves (minus a horse and a couple of dogs-- and their owners).

Fall Mini Sessions Complete!

So for the first time in my lifetime (at least of which that I am aware) we got a snowstorm before Halloween! When was the snowstorm scheduled to start? Why, the day of my mini sessions, of course! My super, awesome clients helped me re-arrange my day so that we could fit FIVE out of the six scheduled sessions in before the rain and snow started. I cancelled the sixth session a couple of hours prior to their appointment time and I'm so glad I did because just as I finished the fifth, the sky opened. As always though, I believe things happen for a reason and the photos that family number six got were so beautiful and special to them too because they got to pick their own location (given that they were the only family left that hadn't had their mini session!).

We endured some tough crowds this year! Naptime for some of the kiddos meant less smiles, some of the kids were just camera shy, and some just wanted NOTHING to do with the process. I took my Dad along as an assistant for instances similar to this-- and he knew just what to do-- put a bucket on his head, of course! Kids loved it! I was definitely grateful to have my Dad their helping me out.

Quick back story; I grew up around photography. My Dad was a photographer (back in the days of film). During my childhood, I was often the subject of my Dad's photography passion and couldn't have been less interested. So it was really neat that my Dad got to see ME work. He's a retired photographer now and just does it as a hobby, but it's still neat to have someone to chat all things photography with.

Without further ado; some favorites from the day (in no particular order) (and the make-up day!):

The L Family; Epping, NH {Kara Baker, Family Photographer}

This session was a long time coming! I was supposed to do baby L's newborn photos, but a terrible accident on 95N prevented me from ever getting there in August. Instead of trying for another day that week, Mom opted for 3 month photos with the whole family instead. Thankfully, everything worked in our favor. Friends of the L family offered for us to use their beautiful farm on which to take photos, the day was beautiful both temperature-wise and light-wise, and JUST as we were wrapping up, the first raindrops started to fall.

This family is so adorable. Their spirited little girl gave me a run for my money, but I won in the end because... well... see for yourself:

Baby L... And Other Familiar Faces

I was asked back by the family that won my big Spring Photo Contest Giveaway to photograph their newest addition; baby L. I said it last time, and I'll say it again; there is just something about this family! They are so warm, welcoming and just FULL of personality. Big sister G is a riot! And of course, big brother A is just a doll.

Baby L was a little older than I am used to photographing for a newborn. At 19 days, we had some trouble getting him to sleep. I think we also hit a record for most baby poos in one session, haha.

Here are some of my favorites:


Thanks for stopping by!

A Windy Day in Lynn- 2 Year Old Session

M (who I have been photographing since he was 6 months old) is about to turn two! I just recently posted about how I love watching my clients grow; it's so exciting. I watch bellies turn into babies, which turn into one-year olds, and now two-year olds! I get to watch families grow and multiply. Little M is just a reminder why I do what I do. I feel beyond blessed that families allow me to come in and capture the biggest milestones in their lives.

It was a windy day at Red Rock Park in Lynn, MA this past Monday. It was high tide so we weren't able to get too many shots with the ocean-- next time! As with most of my child portrait sessions, the child(ren) dictate when the session is up and M timed this one at just under an hour-- quite quick! BUT we got what we needed. Here are a few of my favorites:

Fall Mini Sessions! Spots are Limited; Book Now! Kara Baker Portrait & Wedding Photographer, Boston, Massachusetts

I've been buried knee-deep in wedding edits ever since my hurricane weekend weddings, but I've been working on setting up some Fall Mini Sessions. This year we're doing them outside in one of the most beautiful locations I have ever photographed; Lynch Park in Beverly, MA.

These not only make great keepsakes, but it's also about that time to be thinking of Holiday Cards and Christmas Gifts!

Also, since it's two days before Halloween, feel free to have your little one's come dressed in costume!

Spots are very limited. Contact me today at kara@karabakerphotography.com to reserve your spot.

All information is posted right on the flyer. Thanks for reading! Looking forward to seeing you on October 29th!

The H Family {Kara Baker, Woburn, MA Family Photographer}

It's always exciting to me when I have an old classmate inquire about booking a session with me. It's fun to catch-up. Sure, there's Facebook, but meeting face to face after so many years (Oh My- 10 years!) is just more personal than Facebook.

What a sweet family too! Their little girl is just the essence of beauty; just gorgeous!

Thank you, H family, for allowing me to capture some moments for you!

Beautiful Baby S- {Kara Baker, North Eastern MA Portrait Photographer}

I got my hands on this beautiful baby girl at a young five days old! I was THRILLED! This is actually the youngest babe I've ever had the pleasure of shooting (that doesn't sound quite right...). She was so sweet and even though she had been asleep for 2.5 hours before I got there, she still cooperated pretty well. I just LOVE that young baby sleepiness!

Old Friends & A Beautiful Location Make Beautiful Photographs!

Last Saturday, I got the chance to photograph one of my favorite families. (Dad (who I've known for 12 years (WOW! How did I get to be so old?) got my husband his job and their little boy has not only the most adorable personality, but eyes that photograph like a DREAM! and Mom has gotten me several referrals so, yes, I'll say it, they're one of my favorites!)

Mom thought Lynch Park in Beverly would be the perfect place and she was SO right! Back when I was interning for one of Massachusetts most serious wedding planners, I actually assisted on a wedding in Lynch Park. It was gorgeous then (and a PERFECT place to say "I Do") and it was gorgeous now! We had so much fun... even when the skies opened up and POURED on us about an hour into our session (and I do mean POURED!).

Nevertheless, we got some great pics! Thanks for stopping by and enjoy :)







Last Saturday, I got the chance to photograph one of my favorite families. (Dad (who I've known for 12 years (WOW! How did I get to be so old?) got my husband his job and their little boy has not only the most adorable personality, but eyes that photograph like a DREAM! and Mom has gotten me several referrals so, yes, I'll say it, they're one of my favorites!)

Mom thought Lynch Park in Beverly would be the perfect place and she was SO right! Back when I was interning for one of Massachusetts most serious wedding planners, I actually assisted on a wedding in Lynch Park. It was gorgeous then (and a PERFECT place to say "I Do") and it was gorgeous now! We had so much fun... even when the skies opened up and POURED on us about an hour into our session (and I do mean POURED!).

Nevertheless, we got some great pics! Thanks for stopping by and enjoy :)

Family Session; West Boylston, MA

The rain has stopped just briefly enough this May for me to photograph my clients... and then it starts again. But that's OK with me. Rain dates just make me crazy so I am glad I haven't had to make one yet! Thank you, Mother Nature!

This past weekend, I ventured out to West Boylston, MA. It's actually the second time I've been there (2 different clients). Small world. West Boylston is a town in Massachusetts that I've never even heard of until last year.

I'd met this family briefly while doing my Christmas Mini Sessions last November, but this gave us more time (and more space) to play around with. Here are my favorites from the session in their beautiful yard and home:




The rain has stopped just briefly enough this May for me to photograph my clients... and then it starts again. But that's OK with me. Rain dates just make me crazy so I am glad I haven't had to make one yet! Thank you, Mother Nature!

This past weekend, I ventured out to West Boylston, MA. It's actually the second time I've been there (2 different clients). Small world. West Boylston is a town in Massachusetts that I've never even heard of until last year.

I'd met this family briefly while doing my Christmas Mini Sessions last November, but this gave us more time (and more space) to play around with. Here are my favorites from the session in their beautiful yard and home:

Cloudy Day Family Session {Kara Baker; Woburn, MA Photographer}

I had a family session last Saturday that was very near and dear to me.

When I found out I was expecting my son (in January of 08), I found an 'expecting club' online with many ladies who were also due in September of 2008. After we all had our babies, we turned into an online 'playgroup.' Many of us have "known" each other for over 3 years.

Nikki and I first began our online friendship when we were both trying to complete Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred. Nikki finished out the 30 days and her results were awe-inspiring! I didn't get much past week two. (Boo to me!).

Then, when I started my photography business and needed things designed, I went to Nikki for help. She has her own designing business, Inspired By An Angel Designs. She helped me so much, and even more, she put up with my nit-picky-ness better than probably anyone else would have!

Last Christmas we were both swamped; me with family Christmas Sessions, and her with many Christmas card orders. Many nights we spend online chatting while we were up to midnight or later working to get things done in a timely fashion for our clients. This is when we really realized how much we had in common. At times, it seemed eerie how alike we are!

Fast forward to last week, and Nikki and I finally got to meet face to face for the first time! Her family came out to Boston for their photo session and just to visit. It was such a pleasure both meeting her beautiful family, but also photographing them. It was a cloudy day so I shot a little earlier than I usually do. These kids gave me a work-out! I had sore legs the next day from all my squats! Here are just a few of my favorites from our session together: