When You Wish Upon A Star

Last week my little man Quaid turned 4. We had a great party at home surrounded by our family. As parents we all have wishes for our children. We dream bright and big, but we also dream that they will dream and wish big for themselves. We all know birthday wishes are sealed with blowing out your birthday candle...but see Q hasn't been able to do that...well that is until this year! For the past two years  Quaid has worked really hard with a small army of teachers, including his grandparents that have loved him, challenged him and continue to push him. From his early intervention days to his current pre school days we are all so proud of him. Just look at his big brother and cousins cheering him on.  He is so loved. As he blew out his birthday candle for the VERY FIRST time I watched his Daddy (who is responsible for all my dreams) wipe a quick tear.. no one noticed ...why would they... this was seemingly uneventful. For us it was monumental. I welled up inside with emotion..mostly joy. Quaid you are my bright spot, my wish, my star. Here's to many more wishes coming true.
 
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Fall in love with fall family MINI Photo sessions

Fall Mini's
I see colorful leaves & plaid

When:
Saturday October 20, rain date 21 (only 5 spaces available) 2:30- 4:30

Where:
Sterling Forest State Park, let's meet at the visitor's center

Details:

Each group will be photographed for 20-25 minutes. (Groups limited to 5 members only, larger groups email for details).
(2) digital downloads and (2) 5x7 images of your choice. 

Your gallery should include aprx 10-15 images 

Fall bonus...repeat clients get an extra 5 x7 image

Investment:
$130 per group

Reserve your session:
To reserve a space please email me via Jamie Kaminski Photography on Face Book 
or jamiekaminski@mac.com
 The $130 session fee is due in full prior to secure your space and is non refundable. 
 In the event that you are unable to attend you will be credited for a future session to be used within the next consecutive 6 months 

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Of course we remember

Every year I host a photo fundraiser titled, “A Smile to Remember”. This event is in memory of a high school friend Lynne Morris, who was lost during the 9/11 attacks. Tomorrow is not the day I remember her most, in fact it’s the day I like to think of her the least. I wrap my brain around the horrific events by reminding myself that there was a brief beautiful lifetime before…. 
  
The mini photo sessions I offer yearly at, "A Smile to Remember" honor Lynne’s smile, energy and laughter…all of which were infectious.

I recall her help on English vocabulary tests (she had the answers... ok I’m sorry but I copied & when we got caught we laughed so hard.. not my finest moment), dancing in my childhood dining room and doing a host of teenage things I wish I could say I’ve out grown… one memory included breaking her college dorm room bed…but you know what… our circle liked to have a good time so we have all continued living with that fun spirit in our own way.

Life will present you with villains and hero’s. Today I think of my friends & family who have been my hero’s with an ear to offer in dark hours and bright.  Of course we remember….how could we forget…
the love, laughter and life that was you.

*This year’s “A Smile to Remember” will be in the winter look at for snow and a post from me shortly after with information. I see sleds, hats, & fun!

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Black, White & Color

I used to only use black and white film for years. Flash forward 15 plus years and I find myself drawn to color images with a real limited palette that almost feel black and white...or at least that's what the limited color reminds me of. This was another from the beach mini's... It's a funny little expression, but there's something I like about it. Kinda like when a kids says something super ridiculous... this photo reminds me of the moment BEFORE the moment when some profound toddler knowledge is revealed.

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Beach Mini Previews

I think the beach mini's were a huge success this year! The lighting was just AWESOME. I love the beach mini because when you actually go to the beach with children the last thing you can focus on is taking pictures (especially if you are as nervous as I am at the ocean etc. and have my kids in life jackets) Meeting at Wawayanda State Park, near the lake at sunset was a perfect solution. I believe we got the feel of the shore or Nantucket in our own back yard. I am not a huge fan of props, I think that the natural landscape, paired with the right lighting yields all the magic needed for a photo. Honestly it doesn't matter where you are. I love the shadows on the lifeguard chair and the sun kissed faces. Being little is so darn precious. Now my clients have a little piece of summer forever.

 Didn't make it to this year's beach mini... Don't worry...two mini's coming in the fall. One to play with the autumn leaves and of course holiday mini's. Stay tuned by following Jamie Kaminski Photography on FaceBook.

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Beach Mini's Tomorrow!! One space available

I took my boys to Wawayanda State Park tonight to check out the light for tomorrow's beach mini's. I always think it's funny when people are nervous about if their kids will listen or not. Please note Quaid's older brother Gavin is NOT in these pictures....well his legs made it in! He just wanted to run as fast as he could into me so....BELIEVE ME my boys give me a run for my money and you needn't EVER worry about behavior...or sensory issues, or eye contact...got, get it, no problem. I will however always suggest an extra outfit!

Beach Mini info copy paste link below (one space available)
http://www.jamiekaminskiphotography.blogspot.com/2012/08/beach-minis.html

The images above are of our youngest son Quaid from tonight at Wawayanda State Park. The kids ate dinner in the car, while I was waiting for the rain to pass...my husband puts up with so much ;)

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Mommy Photo

I recently had a discussion online of course with two friends I made at grad school. I respect both of their opinions greatly. I was inquiring if one of my previous photo's was worthy of entering into a art show etc. or if it was a Mommy photo. The general tone was that it was a Mommy photo. I was appreciative of the input and it sent my head into a whirlwind. I don't think I necessarily agreed, although I understood the perspective. The truth is I don't know how to label my images anymore and I am not so interested in doing so right now. I am a mother, I am a photographer. I have always pointed my lense towards curiosities, environments and people that consume my thoughts. In 2012 my kids make the top of the list. I think it would be unfortunate for an artist, particularly a mother not to focus on the biggest journey of one's life..motherhood. While it doesn't define me entire being, it threads through every movement I make. So my new goal is to make sure I photograph my boys every week and after awhile see what comes of these images. Art or Mommy photo, as long as I am creating it doesn't really matter to me.....

The image above titled, "My Indecisive Moment" from this morning. I grappled with yelling at them for moving the furniture, jumping etc or to shoot it. Photography wins..it always does...

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