Your head spins as you google Hudson Valley Wedding Photographers. Pages upon pages of photographers to choose from in the Hudson Valley, portfolios in black and white, bright and bold, romantic pastels, intricate angles, pinterest inspired, fisheye….oh my!! So many …
The longer I am in this photography industry the more I see the ‘image’ processed so many different ways. What makes each Hudson Valley NY Photographer different should definitely be the way an image is captured but in this digital …
First newborn for this Hudson Valley Newborn Photographer and I couldn’t have been happier or more honored to photograph this sweet, wide-eyed baby boy! Most of the session he was in my arms soaking up the warmth and enjoying the …
I realized the other day, after recapping the crazy year I had complete with new home and new kitten, that I never really took the time to photograph our little (well not too little now) kitten, Bandit. We got Bandit …
I declare 2013 the year of growth! The past year I have felt a little bit stuck and somewhat unsatisfied with sameness; the same scenery, the same shoots, the same outcome! So, I have started writing a list to prepare …
I have truly lacked in blog posting this year, not really by choice…sometimes something has to go to the wayside when you’ve put way too much on your plate to digest. Unfortunately, the blog has suffered. This session was taken …
I cannot believe I forgot about blogging these two cuties! This session was suppose to celebrate the younger one’s 9 month stage but turned into a sibling celebration. They both play so well together and forming a special bond only …
The picture says it all! photography by Carlise is a Hudson Valley New York wedding, maternity and newborn photographer. Orange County NY, Westchester County NY, Rockland County NY, Putnam County and Dutchess County NY. Also serving New Jersey, Connecticut and …
Today’s post is a little mix of editing tutorial and photo sharing. These are some magnolias (and a daffodil) that bloomed on my property last week. The first batch of photos show some random shots and the second batch (towards …
photography by Carlise is a Hudson Valley New York wedding, maternity and newborn photographer. Orange County NY, Westchester County NY, Rockland County NY, Putnam County and Dutchess County NY. Also serving New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. Available for destination travel.
When I got the call to do this maternity session I was so excited! Not only was I going to be able to travel to the state of Florida but I was also going to be able to spend a …
He is from Peru, she is from upstate New York…love brought them together in the state of Georgia! Seeing and experiencing their bond was pure magic. They had such respect for each other and their love was special, sweet and …
I get a few questions now and then about how I get a certain look or lighting, and what equipment I am using (equipment question is a biggie these days). So I thought I would break this up into a …
This sweet session has me smiling from ear to ear: On my arrival this little angel was wide-eyed and ultra curious (most newborns are, it is actually rare for a baby to be sleepy and willing the first hour or …
I love spending time with my daughter. We mostly do girly things when we are out but what makes it the best day ever are our conversations! Yesterday, for no special reason other than it is my daughter’s favorite restaurant …
Even though it happens to be snowing, icing and sleeting on this very fine first day of spring, it is not going to deter me from thinking SPRING!!! I refuse to accept this cold blizzard day is our welcome to …
Inspired by a conversation I had with a friend about tilts in photography so I decided to jot down a few thoughts I personally had on the subject. BTW, tilting is the method of rotating the camera so that your …
Monday, I drove her to private singing/acting/charm school/dancing/theatrical/thespian lessons, John was the passenger: Lilly felt inspired to sing in the car so John put her accompaniment CD in the deck and she announced which number song to play. I was …
So, originally wrote how I would continue to practice this new method I had stumbled upon but after trying it out more and more it just further frustrated me. I am now going to give this method a little bit …
I have gotten a lot of questions in the past years regarding big size prints and the impact they will have on their walls. I often will go to an existing print they have and try to get them to …
I was so excited to see this little one at his 6 month stage. The last time I saw him was for his newborn session; he currently holds the record for shortest newborn session in this studio (he gave me …
Ultimately, it is our vision as artists and creators. But, what I find compelling is what the viewer sees from our art. I know when I view other people’s photography I either get inspired or I don’t. So far, there …
When I met my husband back in 2002 we entered into a very strong and very fast relationship from our first date on. I fell in love with his smile first and then I admired his dry sense of humor. …
The sweetest little boy greeted me as I arrived to spend a day with him. Seeing him at 1 years old I already saw a glimpse into what he’d look like in 20 years…he was every bit wide eyed handsome …
I have quite a bit to blog about but I wanted to take the time and share a few fine art(ish) images of our dog, Harvey. He’s a perfect study especially being born and raised most of his life in …
One of the most invaluable lessons I’ve learned is how to read catch lights. Catch lights are the reflections of light or bright objects in a subject’s eyes. Learning how to read these will help you to understand lighting, at …
I was eagerly awaiting capturing this West Point, NY cutie at 6 months; as a newborn she was the sweetest little thing with a gorgeous and loving family by her side! A true beauty greeted me with full smiles and …
I am taking Miz Booshay’s beautiful quote and advice to start this post, ‘Encourage one another!’: The beginning of November I had the extreme pleasure to assist and 3rd shoot with Autumn Photography and her good friend and colleague Aurora …
A couple of months ago our original session was canceled because of stormy weather. I was struck with extreme sadness that I had no openings to match the family’s availability to reschedule. She said she loved my work and wanted …
I arrived way too early in fear that I would get myself lost which I am prone to do at times. What greeted me was an amazing couple, full of spirit and enthusiasm for the arrival of their precious angel. …
I cannot believe how time flies, it seems only yesterday my Lil’s first tooth was pushing through now she’s lost a total of 6 baby teeth and another on its way out. She’s in second grade now and her favorite …
I am always surprised that my blog actually gets read but when I get a contact or a PM in FB or from my website I am absolutely floored beyond belief! Woke up to a private message on Facebook asking …
Labor weekend I had the extreme honor to photograph a dear friend’s son’s Bar Mitzvah. It was my very first experience ever at a Bar Mitzvah and I have to say I was blown away by the familial love, excitement …
A couple of weeks ago I was invited to capture a grand birthday party celebration. The theme was a backyard farm complete with everything you would find in an old fashioned farm. My friend Jennifer Karon from Memory Shots Photography …
A whole year has passed since taking pictures of this sweet dancer. How time flies and how quickly they grow! Each recital seems to bring on more difficult moves and poses. This year’s recital had her dance La Pollanaise, a …
On July 11th, 2010 a group of 6 of us ventured into the heart of New York’s finest, Central Park, for a day of photography and friendship. I have been wanting to do this for the longest time and decided …
I love newborns! Love their tiny fingers, tiny toes and tiny bodies. They have the cutest little wisps of hair and perfect eyelashes. Always in a restful state, except when they are hungry, and always longing for a warm body …
Every time I photograph my studio babies they always show me something new! Like this cutie, she loved listening to music. The biggest smile or laughter would highlight her face whenever Old MacDonald came on (I tried to sing her …
The other day I had the greatest honor to photograph another family for the Littlest Heroes Project (now called Inspiration Through Art). I was greeted first by a 5 year old angel-girl with a beautiful smile. Then a 3 year …
One of my latest, promotional pictures for a Hudson Valley piano teacher named Beverly Poyerd. Beverly is an amazing pianist who has accompanied me several times when I was singing back in college in ’02. My daughter has also taken …
The studio is so excited and pleased to announce that customizable bookmarks are here! Printed on heavy card stock and UV coated for extra durability. They are a wonderful and unique gift giving idea! They come in a generous pack …
Lots of new things being added to the studio in the next few weeks: I will be offering large size prints up to 30×40. Our gallery and float wrap product line will include different square sizes, too! Keep a lookout …