He's Got Those Cheeks!||Somerville, MA Family Photography||

How much do you just want to snuggle baby Evan with his adorable squeezable cheeks? At about 6 months, this little guy was such an easy and agreeable subject.....He wasn't always convinced that the photo session was fun, but his parents came super prepared with many exciting toys, and he joyfully played drums on this awesome orange ball with smiles galore.  Evan found momma time pretty agreeable whether or not toys were involved.... Included in the bag Evan's parents brought was a traditional Chinese toy that his Grandma, who also joined us for the session, had a great time sharing with him. And there you have it: Evan and his family!  Also, this lucky photographer already has plans with his family for upcoming sessions - so there will be two more sessions to share of this little one over the next year or so!

A postscript for you all:

Do you have a little person arriving soon? Are you curious in learning more about the first year package that I offer? It's such a wonderful gift to yourself to have the different milestones captured multiple times throughout that first sleepless, glorious year. It’s never too early to contact me about a future session – I generally schedule a few months out – 617-480-0387 or cwy@willowbabystudios.com

Also, for more cuteness, please jump on over to Instagramand follow me there for babies and other loveliness every day!  #willowbabydaily

I’d be honored to capture lovely photos of your favorite people soon. 

Willow Baby Studios specializes in newborn, toddler, child and family lifestyle photography for Boston area families – including Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Charlestown, Boston Proper, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End, Newton, Wellesley, Burlington, Bedford, Winchester, Wakefield, Reading, Lexington, Belmont, Weston, and more. 

Owner & photographer Ceilidh (“k-lee”) Willow Yurenka, is trained as a fine art photographer, and received her BFA in photography from MassArt in 2007. A momma herself, she loves to be silly with your kiddos while capturing the beautiful chaos that is family life. 

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Post-Wedding Un-Engagement Photos!||Boston Couples Photography

I met D a few years back when he called me in a panic for a last-second headshot. He assured me that it would be next to impossible to get a good photo of him, but I'm never convinced of that for a second. During the shoot, we ended talking about his beloved partner, K, and he was so, happy, relaxed, and at ease as he talked about her that we ended up with a great portrait, no problem. So we checked that off the list. However! Being such a romantic, I was dying to meet his lovely sounding person, and so for Christmas I suggested he buy her a couples photo session. 'Cause he's so awesome he recognized what a great idea it was ;-)  And so, here's a glimpse of this stunning couple, who just radiates love.....

We met at Piers Park in Boston for what turned out to be a super fun evening of laughing and chatting. The big surprise came when D&K casually revealed that they were newlyweds! They got married last November, but they didn't have a photographer with them at City Hall. Which in a way, is awesome, because it basically means I am their unofficial post-wedding engagement photographer. In all seriousness though? It was a true honor to document you two during your first year of marriage. I am besides myself with joy having witnessed a bit of your love for one another.Here's to many, many MANY more years.

With love,

Ceilidh

Anddddd, the Post Script:

What are your photographic needs these days? Do you want to be like D, above, and give someone the best gift ever? I do believe that a photo session is one of the greatest gifts you can buy! Or, are you always the one taking the photos and you need some actual non-selfie documentation of you with your most beloved people? Wanting to update your headshot for networking or dating? Having a baby soon? Newborn photos are my specialty! 

It’s never too early to contact me about a future session – I generally schedule a few months out – 617-480-0387 or cwy@willowbabystudios.com

Also, for more cuteness, please jump on over to Instagramand follow me there for babies and other loveliness every day!  #willowbabydaily

I’d be honored to capture lovely photos of your favorite people soon. 

Willow Baby Studios specializes in newborn portraiture, and also offers gorgeous toddler, child, family, and couples lifestyle photography for Boston area families – including Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Charlestown, Boston Proper, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End, Newton, Wellesley, Burlington, Bedford, Winchester, Wakefield, Reading, Lexington, Belmont, Weston, and beyond. 

Owner & photographer Ceilidh (“k-lee”) Willow Yurenka, is trained as a fine art photographer, and received her BFA in photography from MassArt in 2007. A self-proclaimed dork, she will be as absurd as necessary to put you at ease during your photo session. 

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Sid Got Bigger!||Brookline, MA Baby & Family Photography

Ack! You guys! I'm back with this super adorable, sweet & fun family. But before we get to them, I gotta remind you about Sid... I photographed him as a teeny newborn peanut, and his family and I all had so much fun together they decided to upgrade to my First Year Package. Which makes me super happy, especially because, well you'll get a pretty good idea when you check out Siddharth's smile, below..... Incidentally, Sid has the most cooperative three year old big sister that I've ever photographed. (I truly couldn't believe what a good listener she was, and in such fun spirits too! She's also a ridiculous sweetie pie, and held my hand as we crossed the street and walked to the park.)

And now, the whole family:Sid's momma commented to me that getting together for our photo shoot was more like hanging out with a friend that happened to be a professional photographer! Such a compliment, and I couldn't agree more.... spending the morning with them was truly delightful!I hope you all love your sneak peek, and I can't wait to share more soon!

Love,

Ceilidh

A postscript for you all:

Do you have a little person arriving soon? Are you curious in learning more about the first year packagethat I offer? It's such a wonderful gift to yourself to have the different milestones captured multiple times throughout that first sleepless, glorious year. It’s never too early to contact me about a future session – I generally schedule a few months out – 617-480-0387 or cwy@willowbabystudios.com

Also, for more cuteness, please jump on over to Instagramand follow me there for babies and other loveliness every day!  #willowbabydaily

I’d be honored to capture lovely photos of your favorite people soon. 

Willow Baby Studios specializes in newborn, toddler, child and family lifestyle photography for Boston area families – including Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Charlestown, Boston Proper, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End, Newton, Wellesley, Burlington, Bedford, Winchester, Wakefield, Reading, Lexington, Belmont, Weston, and more. 

Owner & photographer Ceilidh (“k-lee”) Willow Yurenka, is trained as a fine art photographer, and received her BFA in photography from MassArt in 2007. A momma herself, she loves to be silly with your kiddos while capturing the beautiful chaos that is family life. 

Little Guys on the Go!||Lincoln, MA Family Photography

At the beginning of this session, when these two cutie pies were still getting a sense of what was going on and who this goofy lady with the camera and a stuffed lion on her head was all about, we got a few shots of them sitting still.

It didn't hurt that they were entirely outnumbered: five full sized humans encouraging them to sit for just another shot or two :-)

And then, their grandparents, visiting from warm Texas, needed to go inside to fight off the fall chill. Which left myself and Chase and Carter's parents to try and keep up with their adventures.... exploring the garden, finding beautiful leaves, following the wild turkeys, wandering far, far, far down their quiet street....Every once in awhile their parents grabbed them up, while I captured the delight and.... skepticism....And just before heading inside, this lovely momma caught her baby for a sneaky smooch.

Such a joy to help you all get your holiday photos done!  Thank you for choosing me as your photographer :-)

With love,

Ceilidh

Postscript for you all:

Needing a unique and amazing gift? I believe that a family photo shoot is one of the best gifts you can give! (Okay, I may be a bit biased, but I'm also kind of right ;-) !)

To purchase a gift certificate or schedule a session, please call 617-480-0387 or email me at cwy@willowbabystudios.com

Also, for more cuteness, please jump on over to Instagramand follow me there for new adorable-ness every day!  #willowbabydaily

I’d be honored to capture lovely photos of your favorite people soon. 

Willow Baby Studios specializes in newborn, toddler, child and family lifestyle photography for Boston area families – including Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Charlestown, Boston Proper, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End, Newton, Wellesley, Burlington, Bedford, Winchester, Wakefield, Reading, Lexington, Belmont, Weston, and more. 

Owner & photographer Ceilidh (“k-lee”) Willow Yurenka, is trained as a fine art photographer, and received her BFA in photography from MassArt in 2007. A momma herself, she loves to be silly with your kiddos while capturing the beautiful chaos that is family life. 

Late Autumn Hugs||Arlington MA Family Photography

The colder it is, the more essential the photo shoot snuggles..... although this family is pretty affectionate with one another and I'm pretty sure we would have gotten some great shots even without all the chilly fall wind encouraging closeness.Not only were we contending with the bitter wind, the clouds were having a field day keeping the sun from warming us up = group hugs!We did get one little peek of sunlight, which felt as fortuitous as all the kiddos holding hands *at the same time* in the shot below. Each of these characters had a few solo shots taken, which allowed me to hear about the amazing variety of their imaginings - each one shared with me their ideas of what the red leaves looked like (and I got four different answers! Now - with "busy season brain" don't ask me what they all were cause that info is no longer in my head!) The photo below is my new favorite sibling shot - I lucked out with these cuties!Thank you all for braving that chilly day - I think we did a pretty awesome job of making the best of it!  

Love,

Ceilidh

Postscript for you all:

Needing a unique and amazing gift? I believe that a family photo shoot is one of the best gifts you can give! (Okay, I may be a bit biased, but I think I'm also right ;-) !)

To purchase a gift certificate or schedule a session, please call 617-480-0387 or email me at cwy@willowbabystudios.com

Also, for more cuteness, please jump on over to Instagramand follow me there for new adorable-ness every day!  #willowbabydaily

I’d be honored to capture lovely photos of your favorite people soon. 

Willow Baby Studios specializes in newborn, toddler, child and family lifestyle photography for Boston area families – including Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Charlestown, Boston Proper, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End, Newton, Wellesley, Burlington, Bedford, Winchester, Wakefield, Reading, Lexington, Belmont, Weston, and more. 

Owner & photographer Ceilidh (“k-lee”) Willow Yurenka, is trained as a fine art photographer, and received her BFA in photography from MassArt in 2007. A momma herself, she loves to be silly with your kiddos while capturing the beautiful chaos that is family life. 

Ana and David Got Married!||Waltham, MA Family Photography

The lovely momma below approached me about photographing a very special day for her family.... the official celebration of the wedding of her and her longtime partner, David. Along with their two daughters, they had an intimate ceremony at City Hall, and afterwards they bestowed upon me the honor of taking this especially important family photo session.Ana embraced her wedding day with joy and humor, and was very excited to refer to David for the first time in their nine years as her husband.Her older daughter couldn't have been happier - or more excited about twirling in her fancy dress! - although she did take a good moment to tease her parents about their honeymoon plans sans children. Their darling one year old took the affair quite seriously, including her inspection of Momma's bouquet.

Ana - thank you so very much for inviting me to take part in this day of yours. It was flattering to be chosen, and quite an honor indeed.

And to Ana, David, and your daughters... congratulations to you four! May so much joy continue to bless your family.

Love,

Ceilidh

Despite my current "Busy Season Hiatus" from social media, I will be back soon with lots more lovely photos every day! Please jump on over to Instagramand follow me there...... #willowbabydaily

And, if you're wondering why you haven't had a recent photo session -please do reach out and we'll be sure to change that!

I’d be honored to capture lovely photos of your favorite people soon. 

Willow Baby Studios specializes in newborn, toddler, child and family lifestyle photography for Boston area families – including Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Charlestown, Boston Proper, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End, Newton, Wellesley, Burlington, Bedford, Winchester, Wakefield, Reading, Lexington, Belmont, Weston, and more. 

Owner & photographer Ceilidh (“k-lee”) Willow Yurenka, is trained as a fine art photographer, and received her BFA in photography from MassArt in 2007. A momma herself, she loves to be silly with your kiddos while capturing the beautiful chaos that is family life. 

2016 Fall Mini Sessions! ||Boston Child & Family Photography

This fall's mini sessions brought a few new faces, and many familiar ones, who braved some fierce wind and chilly weather. The cooler the weather, the more essential the snuggling - which, in my opinion, is never a bad thing (to clarify: snuggling is always fabulous, chilly weather can decidedly be kind of a bummer). From snazzy dressed boys who claimed to be lawyers, to crazy winds that threatened everyone with long hair, to a tree stump covered in crazy orange mushrooms (nicknamed the "Trump Stump") this year's mini sessions brought many new superlatives.... including a rescheduling record of no less than 3 different dates due to the hurricane induced rain.One of the cuties below I've been photographing every year since he was a year old and the little miss in pigtails I last saw when she was ten days old. It makes me so very happy to see these kiddos grow bigger, sassier, silly and more talkative....Little goofballs, toddling twins, and mini-movie stars all showed up for their photos.Sun-kissed and snuggly is the way to go, if the opportunity arises.... 

To all the families that joined me this year - it's such a joy to help you get your holiday season started!

Thank you for taking part.

With love & gratitude,

Ceilidh

Postscript:

Curious about mini sessions? They are a fabulous way to get stunning family photos just in time for holiday gifts and cards, with a smaller time and financial commitment than a full length session. Held every fall (and sometimes one other time throughout the year), sign-ups are first announced to my loyal newsletter readers, so jump on over here to get yourself on the list! 

Also, for more cuteness, please jump on over to Instagramand follow me there for babies and other loveliness every day!  #willowbabydaily

I’d be honored to capture lovely photos of your favorite people soon. 

Willow Baby Studios specializes in newborn, toddler, child and family lifestyle photography for Boston area families – including Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Charlestown, Boston Proper, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End, Newton, Wellesley, Burlington, Bedford, Winchester, Wakefield, Reading, Lexington, Belmont, Weston, and more. 

Owner & photographer Ceilidh (“k-lee”) Willow Yurenka, is trained as a fine art photographer, and received her BFA in photography from MassArt in 2007. A momma herself, she loves to be silly with your kiddos while capturing the beautiful chaos that is family life. 

Fresh Pond Frolicking||Cambridge, MA Family Photography

Ready for a serious dose of cute? Here's Arthur:And, um, there's more. Here he is being thoughtfully snuggled by big sister Ava. The sweetness of this family doesn't stop there either. That's right! It's Ava-led story time.... The dad of these cuties noticed the lovely texture of this tree and was excited to snuggle his little guy in front of it. This next photo is brought to you by the magic of stickers, promises of blue m&ms and a little performance of "Let it Go" (from Frozen, of course)..... (Despite a small run in with a large branch, Miss Ava was more than ready to sing for us!) Such a beautiful early fall evening with this darling family! I'm so happy to have had the honor of being the your first "Family of Four" photographer!

A postscript for you all:

It's only mid-September, but holiday cards and gifts will be needed oh-so-soon! And you know what is one of the best presents ever for the grandparents? A new photo of their grandkid(s)! I only have three full-length sessions still available to get family photos done in time for holiday goodies so please reach out soon:  617-480-0387 or cwy@willowbabystudios.com

Also, for more cuteness, please jump on over to Instagramand follow me there for babies (and other loveliness) every day!  #willowbabydaily

I’d be honored to capture lovely photos of your favorite people soon. 

Willow Baby Studios specializes in newborn, toddler, child and family lifestyle photography for Boston area families – including Arlington, Cambridge, Somerville, Charlestown, Boston Proper, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End, Newton, Wellesley, Burlington, Bedford, Winchester, Wakefield, Reading, Lexington, Belmont, Weston, and more. 

Owner & photographer Ceilidh (“k-lee”) Willow Yurenka, is trained as a fine art photographer, and received her BFA in photography from MassArt in 2007. A momma herself, she loves to be silly with your kiddos while capturing the beautiful chaos that is family life.

Finding Light||Boston Family Photography

Where do I even begin when writing about this session? I'm not sure, so.... I'll start with this photo instead. So.

This Momma and I met a few months ago, following tragedy: she witnessed the accident that took the life of Amanda, one of the baristas at my favorite coffee shop.

Backstory: For the past few years, I have spent anywhere from 30- 75 hours a week at this coffee shop, working away on computer related tasks for my business. I joke about it being "my office" but in truth it is really one of the places that I feel home. And so, even though I only knew Amanda peripherally - we'd exchanged a few short conversations here and there - her accident pulled at me hard. She was young - just 27, and she was extraordinarily kind. She was in nursing school, and she was biking in a helmet, and in a very short amount of time, she was no longer alive. This Momma saw it.

I couldn't stop thinking about the accident - how it abruptly ended one life, and irreversibly altered the lives of so many others - her beloved partner, her co-workers, friends, family, fellow nursing students, and a large extended community of others. Spending time at the coffee shop following her death was extraordinarily painful. Her co-workers carried on, but most were crying, or walking around in daze, or hugging, or quiet. The grief was so big inside there, in this place I'd come to think of as a home, and feeling the sadness of so many people around me felt extremely heavy.

I thought of this Momma, of how it might be to witness something like this. I thought of how hard parenting two young children while processing this might be.

When I met her at the vigil, I tried to think of what to say. It was all so horrific and devastating. And I thought of the words I heard from a dear friend of mine after other tragedies: "When you don't know what to do, do what you do know how to do". I realized that I did have something I could give - I could capture her young family in their vibrance and alive-ness, and give her some beauty to hold onto anytime she was overwhelmed by sadness or needing a reminder of the goodness of life.

And so, her she is, with her stunning group of loves.The light that evening was perfect.

Thank you, Amanda, for your light. We honor you.

With love

Ceilidh