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CT Park Engagement Photo … and my new camera

Well – the secret it out. My incredible, amazing camera got … DROPPED. Yep, like dropped on the floor, dropped. It was a sad day and although it’s being repaired (and I always carry a backup camera so I was fine), I still felt like I needed to take the plunge. You know, the plunge into D4 land. I’m still deciding how I feel and getting used to the changes (I HATE CHANGE) but for now, enjoy the first photo taken with my new camera.  And now for the most important part – what do we name this lady of a camera? My girl Whitney just named hers Belinda. Taking suggestions in the comments box, folks.

 

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Brooke Allison

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Mother-Daughter Photos – CT Family Photos

When my dear friend, Kara, asked me about taking some family photos for her family, I just about had a heart attack. How would I come up with chic family photos that made sense for a group of adults? I’m so used to children’s photography and family photos with young kids and babies so the idea of adult family photos made me freaking.freaked.out.  Luckily Kara and I talked through what she wanted and I realized it was less about some crazy posing and more about the fact that she just loves her parents. My hope for Kara was to create something that truly showed her admiration and love for her mom … and showed that they are such sweet friends on top of it all. (And to my mom, can we please get dressed up and take photos like this?!)

Kara & Family: thanks for a fabulous evening (especially the dinner and drinks!). I had so much fun enjoying the view at The Inn at Longshore with you guys!

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Here’s the entire family … the rest are for Kara’s eyes only!

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My New Sage Plant

It’s been a rough couple of weeks. Let’s just say technology and equipment DO.NOT.LIKE.ME. There’s been days where I have to laugh about it all or else I’ll curl up in the corner, call my mom and cry for a good hour. Although I keep reminding myself it’ll all get better, I keep waking up expecting it to be a “crazy, oh-my-god-I-can’t-take-another-thing-going-wrong” kind of day and you know what? I’m tired of thinking that way. So today I’ve decided to focus on the good stuff, no matter how small it might seem. Because you know what? Focusing on the small little treasures in a day is a lot happier than thinking about all that other stuff.

So today I’m thinking about the past week and the FREAKING AWESOME shoots I had. And later today? I’ve got an engagement session in NYC that I’ve been dying to do. After that, I’m staying in the city for a night with my girl Nora whom I NEVER get to see because of my schedule. And this morning? I’m going to enjoy some fresh air and plant my new sage plant that my girl Steffi brought me yesterday just because she knew I wanted sage in my backyard.

Good riddance to equipment problems and a string of days I’m more than happy to forget. Here’s to the sun that finally came out today, five extra minutes to sip coffee on the couch in my old lady bathrobe and here’s to planting that new sage plant … and any other little moments of insane joy that may want to pop in today.

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Brooke Allison

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Unique Maternity Photos – Meet Jess and Baby B

After 4 days on the road, my house and life are a mess. Clothes everywhere, mounds of editing and an inbox screaming at me to attend to it. BUT – I just had to post this adorably unique maternity photo …

Gorgeous momma-to-be, Jess, had shown me a very sweet idea that involved a sign … and although we didn’t find that option, we randomly drove upon this. I vaguely remember screaming out loud and practically grabbing the steering wheel to pull the car over. (mind you I was in the backseat, ho hum) Could this be any cuter? Thank you Jess – for sending great maternity photo inspiration over to me and ultimately, getting this photo! Here’s to a happy 8 weeks and counting. Can’t wait to meet Baby Britt.

 

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Fairfield University Engagement Session – Emily and Evan

When Emily and Evan showed up at Fairfield University for their engagement session, I had no idea the ridiculous amount of laughing that was to come. They were super friendly when we first met but I had no idea that I’d laugh so hard I’d have trouble holding my camera throughout most of their engagement shoot. Fairfield University did not disappoint us – it was the perfect spot for their engagement photos and a place that holds special memories for them both. Enjoy the sneak peek!

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Thanks to the gorgeous flowering trees for the fabulous backdrops.

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Nothing like running through a field with the one you love.

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Red parasols in engagement photos? YES PLEASE.

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Evan didn’t disappoint – he made sure he had his antique cane in the engagement photos, too.

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These two remind me of some old movie where the couple is in the park … on a date … madly in love.

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Emily’s ring is from Evan’s family … family rings are the best!

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We ended the engagement shoot at Evan’s woodworking shop … and used the silly mock kitchen for some last minute laughs!

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{Emily and Evan’s Fairfield University engagement session was a fun afternoon filled with old-fashioned love, an antique cane, red asian parasols and many, many laughs. It was photographed by Brooke Allison Photography who can be reached via email at info@brookeallisonphoto.com.  For more engagement and wedding photos, inspiration and daily musings, check out our blog.}

 

 

 

 

 

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Iona - May 10, 2012 - 5:01 am

You guys are so cute! Love seeing your photos…. You will have an awesome life together. (awesome lives? toghether) thanks for sharing:) So hard to believe my Laurelton girl is all grown up!
Good wishes and all love, Iona

Emily - May 9, 2012 - 5:28 pm

Brooke – these photos came out amazingly! especially my Kelly Kapowski moment =) Thank you thank you thank you!