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Posts Tagged ‘North Andover MA Family Photographer’

Flower sessions – North Andover Mother’s Day Photographer

As I sat down to write this post, I realized that I am a terrible blogger. I was fairly regular about posting session photos for a few years, but then life got in the way. As a mother and a business owner, I’ve had to regularly reassess my priorities in life. My children are already growing up much too quickly for my liking, and spending time with them while they are still little is so important to me.

That said, I also love my career. I truly enjoy getting to know the families I photograph, and it brings me great joy to watch people flip through their session albums for the first time. I take pride in making sessions fun, memorable, and enjoyable for everyone involved, and pour over images for hours afterwards to make sure that they are edited to look their absolute best. The one thing that easily slips by the wayside is blogging. I’d love to say that I’m going to do better in the future, but I know that probably won’t happen. For now, I’m just going to try to catch up a bit by sharing images from Spring 2017 to help you get through the next snow storm with a bit of optimism. In just another month or two, the snow will melt, the flowers will bloom, and we can capture your own family in this beautiful Spring setting!

All photos in this post (and likely the next few, too), were taken amidst the gorgeous orchards at Smolak Farms in North Andover. The apple, peach and cherry trees all explode with flowers in early May, providing a dreamy backdrop for family photos. CLICK HERE to get more info on reserving a session for your own family this year!

First up are some Mommy-and-Me sessions from last May. These sessions make a perfect Mother’s Day gift!

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I love the blossoms at Smolak so much that I always try to get at least a few photos of myself with my own kiddos there each Spring! Last year we even got to meet the farm’s sweet rabbit while we were there 🙂

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If you are looking for a North Andover Mother’s Day Photographer, please contact Sarah Jordan Photography. Sarah Jordan is a lifestyle photographer based out of Boston, MA but often travels to New York and Los Angeles for sessions.

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North Andover Family Photographer – Spring fun

Spring in New England was incredibly tough for photo sessions this year! The flowers either bloomed too early or too late, and some bushes and trees didn’t flower at all! Luckily, we were able to catch this gorgeous patch of daffodils right at their peak, and the rest of Smolak Farms was just as photogenic as always. As with most sessions that include toddlers, I was running for about 80% of the time I spent with this energetic family – because running around makes kids happy!
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The kids had a blast exploring the farm, playing tag, and getting tossed in the air (they ESPECIALLY loved that part!). Just look at those smiles – nothing forced or cheesy about those!

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If you are looking for a North Andover Newborn Photographer, please contact Sarah Jordan Photography. Sarah Jordan is a lifestyle photographer based out of Boston, MA but often travels to New York and Los Angeles for sessions.

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Fall Session Special!

It’s hard to believe, but October sessions are almost all booked up already! Get a head start on holiday cards this year with a September session. We can play in the orchards at Smolak Farms, enjoy the end of summer blossoms at the Stevens-Coolidge Place, or create a custom session in your family’s favorite spot. Contact me today to start planning!

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If you are interested in reserving a Fall Session with Sarah Jordan Photography, please fill out the contact form and we can start planning your custom session!

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Orchard Photo Session – Sunset in the flowers

I fell in love with this gorgeous location as soon as I spotted it! The flowers, the light, that cute tree branch at just the perfect height to sit in…Just add a glowing mom and her babies, and you have all the makings of a beautiful mini-session! The trees will be blooming for a few more days, so contact me ASAP if you’d like a session with your own family.

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If you are interested in your own orchard photo session, please contact Sarah Jordan Photography. Sarah Jordan is a lifestyle photographer based out of Boston, MA but often travels to New York and Los Angeles for sessions.

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North Andover Kids Photographer – Action packed

Sometimes, lots of planning before a session is really helpful. The family and I can come up with ideas for activities to do during the session, emotions we want to capture, and special items we want to incorporate into the photos.
But more often than not, we get to a session and the kids have an entirely different plan. They don’t want to read the books we’ve brought or the hot chocolate we made, and instead they want to run through the fields and pick wildflowers for their mom. And that’s absolutely fine with me! During this family session, we did do some of the things we had planned, but they were very brief. It turns out that all we really needed was wide open space, some flowers and leaves! The kids had a blast, and I certainly got my exercise for the day. Perfection!

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CLICK HERE to see another cool shot from this session!

If you are looking for a North Andover Kids Photographer, please contact Sarah Jordan Photography. Sarah Jordan is a lifestyle photographer serving the greater Boston area, specializing in photographing newborns, babies, families and children.

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Acelleron Maternal Health and Wellness

5 years ago, I stumbled upon a prenatal yoga class at Maternal Health and Fitness that helped me relax, slow down, and enjoy my second pregnancy. Of course, the yoga itself was fantastic – but I also looked forward to class because it was a time to chat with other mothers, get advice when I needed it, and make new friends.

That’s why I was thrilled to hear that Maternal Health and Fitness joined forces with Acelleron Medical Products to create Acelleron Maternal Health and Wellness – a “premier pregnancy and parenting wellness center focused on providing the resources and supportive community parents need to become empowered in the process of growing their family.” The new space is warm, inviting, and incredibly beautiful, thanks to Beth Bourque Design Studio. Offerings now include everything from prenatal yoga and Hypnobirthing to mommy meet-ups, make-your-own baby food workshops, baby music classes, infant massage, and even breastfeeding workshops! I only wish that this facility was available when I was pregnant with my own babies!
On Saturday, I documented the grand opening festivities, including Knucklebones playspace, a visit from Elsa, face-painting, an interactive music class, and a make-your-own baby food workshop. It was an inspiring day!

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I was honored and excited to create the wall art used to decorate the new space. Although I love all of the images we chose, I’m particularly excited about the breastfeeding images in the lobby. As a breastfeeding mother, I know that sometimes it can be awkward and intimidating to nurse in public. I hope that images such as these help to normalize breastfeeding, and help mothers feel more confident in their right to feed their babies whenever and wherever they are hungry!
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The sense of acceptance and care that greets you when you enter Acelleron Maternal Health and Wellness is due in large part to the fantastic women who have devoted a tremendous amount of time and energy to creating such a supportive environment for families. I don’t think I’ve ever seen any of them without a smile!
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Congrats, ladies! And good luck on your fabulous new adventure!

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North Andover photo session – fall colors

Those leaves! They were just spectacular! Every year, I look forward to when this row of trees changes color, and we lucked out with the timing for this family session 🙂

The kiddos started out a bit unsure of exactly how much fun they were “allowed” to have during their session. Once they realized that they were not only allowed, but ENCOURAGED to ride a tractor, play with toys and run around like crazy, the smiles never stopped!

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If you are interested in a North Andover photo session, please contact Sarah Jordan Photography. Sarah Jordan is a lifestyle photographer serving the greater Boston area, specializing in photographing newborns, babies, families and children.

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Apple orchard session – Sweet as pie

This young lady is no stranger to the camera. Her acting and modeling resume is already rather impressive…and she’s only in first grade! (You can check out her talent HERE)

When we were planning the session, Mom wrote, “This time, I want her to just be a kid, having fun, showing off her currently toothless grin and being happy! I don’t want to worry about stray hairs, or everything being perfect.” So, we did just that! We laughed, ran, played, and even picked some apples. We didn’t stop to fix anyone’s hair, and we didn’t worry about posing everyone just right. But somehow, I think the images we captured are…well…pretty perfect!

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To see my favorite image from this session, CLICK HERE.

Don’t forget that if you’re planning on booking Sarah Jordan Photography for a 2015 session, you can qualify for a FREE holiday card mini-session if you book by November 1st! CLICK HERE to see the details…

If you are interested in an apple orchard session next year, please contact Sarah Jordan Photography. Sarah Jordan is a lifestyle photographer serving the greater Boston area, specializing in photographing newborns, babies, families and children.

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Holiday mini sessions are here!

Holiday Mini Sessions

That’s right – get a FREE Holiday mini session at SMOLAK FARMS with any new or previously booked 2015 session! These sessions were so popular last year that I’m bringing them back again! They are not available for purchase on their own…the only way to snag one of these minis is by booking a 2015 session.
And just to make it an even sweeter deal, if you book before October 1st, you’ll get an additional digital file at no charge!

Email sarah@sarahjordanphoto.com for more info about these holiday mini sessions and reserve your time today!

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North Andover Lifestyle Photographer – Cloud nine

This little guy only needs a few things to make him happy: bubbles, flowers, a ball, and – of course – his parents! Luckily, we had all of the above at his session, and he was on cloud nine the whole time we played together! We explored a beautiful new location, and everyone enjoyed the peaceful scenery and gorgeous light.

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See another fave from this session HERE!

If you are looking for a North Andover Lifestyle Photographer, please contact Sarah Jordan Photography. Sarah Jordan is a lifestyle photographer serving the greater Boston area, specializing in photographing newborns, babies, families and children.

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Boston Family Photography – A celebration

This session was truly a celebration – of summer, of family, and of love. One last hurrah at Smolak Farms before the eldest son left the nest and headed off to the Army. There were lots of laughs, lots of smiles, and maybe even a few tears.

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Of course, no summer celebration would be complete without some ice cream!

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If you are interested in learning more about Boston Family Photography, please contact Sarah Jordan Photography. Sarah Jordan is a lifestyle photographer serving the greater Boston area, specializing in photographing newborns, babies, families and children.

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Boston Family Photographer – Together

It’s hard to find the right words to describe this family. Their love is palpable, their energy infectious, and their laughter contagious. They are an inspiration to me and I’m sure many around them – and I was honored to be a fly on the wall as they spent an afternoon at Smolak Farms in North Andover.

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To see another fave from this session, CLICK HERE. And another HERE!

If you are looking for a Boston Family Photographer, please contact Sarah Jordan Photography. Sarah Jordan is a lifestyle photographer serving the greater Boston area, specializing in photographing newborns, babies, families and children.

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The winner of the 2013 SJP Pic of the Year is…

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CONGRATULATIONS! This family won a FREE PHOTO SESSION to take place in 2014!

And the 2 runner-ups, who will each receive a 5×5 canvas print and $500 towards a 2014 Flat Rate session, are…

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Thank you to everyone who participated and voted in this year’s contest, and congrats to the winners!

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2013 in Review

2013 was a whirlwind year for me – both at Sarah Jordan Photography and at home. We welcomed a new daughter into our lives, watched as our boys grew out of toddlerhood, and enjoyed meeting and photographing a record number of families. I hope you enjoy this little video review of the past year!

I am so grateful for each and every family that trusts me to capture their love and personality in images. Thank you! I can’t wait to catch up with many of you again in 2014 🙂

xoxo,
Sarah

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A new tradition [Smolak Farms North Andover MA Photographer]

Christmas is a big deal in our house. The holiday season is filled with baking, decorating, evening drives to check out lights, hot chocolate, Christmas movies, advent calendars, secret santas, The Polar Express, and, of course, 24/7 Christmas music. It’s been this way for as long as I can remember, but having young children makes everything even more exciting and magical.

Choosing a Christmas tree was always something the boys looked forward to, but this year we decided to make it a true adventure. Instead of hitting up one of the roadside stands that we usually go to, we decided to head to SMOLAK FARMS in North Andover, MA for a cut-your-own tree expedition. I knew the kids would enjoy it….but it turned out to be even more wonderful than we had imagined! Not only did they love the challenge of scouring the fields for the perfect tree, but CUTTING IT DOWN? With a SAW?? Yup, they were in heaven. Once the tree was safely secured on the car, we headed to the farm stand for more holiday fun! The kids were invited to decorate cookies, do some crafts, and even write a letter to Santa! They enjoyed their treats, while my husband and I relaxed with some hard earned coffee and donuts. We haven’t even decorated the tree yet, and the boys are already talking about doing it again next year!

Of course, I HAD to grab a few photos before we headed off to the field 😉 Thanks to my mother for helping me get a few shots with our whole family together!

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Check out even more pics from our adventure are in the slideshow below 🙂

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