First Family Photos…

Posted: 01.24.13

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Our lovely and talented friend Aimee came out from Boston last week to take some adorable newborn photos of Finley. While she was here, we asked if we could take some family photos as well. All the pictures came out beyond amazing. They make my heart swell up just looking at them. This is my family. I really can’t get over that we have 2 beautiful children. How did I get so lucky?

We took the photos up in our bedroom. We literally just finished painting it white the week before Finley was born. I had every intention of giving birth to Finley up there, so I wanted it to be finished. Her birth just happened too fast and we never even made it up there. Whoops. At least we have a peaceful, calm place to head to bed every night now. I worked really hard on the “Be Thou My Vision” hymn on the wall. I hand drew them out and then projected it up on the wall. I used paint makers to color it in and give the letters some dimension. I really love how it came out. They are the perfect words to carry with us as we start each new day.

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If you live in Massachusetts or even around New England make sure you check out Aimee’s photography website and think of her when you need some photos taken!

and yes, the top line of the mural is not finished. Whoops.

Comments (58)

  1. Rebecca Lately

    01.24.13

    Oh, my goodness, Jen! The photos are absolutely gorgeous.

    And the quote on the wall is breathtaking!

  2. RoselyC

    01.24.13

    All pictures look beautiful specially the one with Rowan and Finley.

  3. Lacy

    01.24.13

    These are just so, so lovely!

  4. lesley graham

    01.24.13

    too sweet for words!!

  5. Serena

    01.24.13

    Beautiful family photos!!!

  6. Heather P.

    01.24.13

    Adorable pics! I love that they captured both the quiet, still moments with Finley, and the rambunctious, curious nature of Rowan. Very cool!

  7. jodi

    01.24.13

    These are some of the best family photos I’ve seen. You have such a beautiful family. :) And I love the “Be thou my vision” on the wall. Gorgeous.

  8. Vera

    01.24.13

    Those pictures are gorgeous! What a sweet family you have!

    And I LOVE the wall. You’re so talented!

  9. Kara

    01.24.13

    One of my most favorite hymns!! Such an awesome idea for above the bed/headboard. I love it! Also love the photos! So sweet!

  10. Veronika (Girl & Closet)

    01.24.13

    Oh, wow! These photos are beautiful Jen, what an adorable family you guys make. And your bedroom could not be more gorgeous. Love the mural & all white scheme!!

  11. Kate

    01.24.13

    So amazing, Jen! Congrats on your beautiful family!

  12. Aimee

    01.24.13

    Yayyy! I’m so glad you like them. Your family is so adorable and perfect!

  13. katies pencil box

    01.24.13

    ugh, so wonderful!
    beautiful room and family and sweetest babies!
    xoxo

  14. Gina_AcuteDesigns

    01.24.13

    such sweet photos!

  15. DWJ

    01.24.13

    Oh, I can see how you couldn’t narrow these down. They’re all absolutely wonderful. Congrats on baby Finley!

  16. Anne

    01.24.13

    These photos are so perfect! I’m glad you couldn’t narrow them down- I love them all!

  17. Jenni

    01.24.13

    Precious photos, they capture your family so beautifully. Wow!

  18. Lizzie

    01.24.13

    obsessed with these photos! what a sweet and lovely family you have.

  19. Caitlin

    01.24.13

    This is seriously the most adorable set of family photos I have ever seen! Who would have thought to take family photos in bed? But really it’s the cutest thing I have seen! And looks so natural and fun! You have a beautiful family and two beautiful children! Savor these days! :)

  20. Stella

    01.24.13

    These photos are so lovely! I adore how you wrote the hymn lyrics on your wall. So simple & beautiful.

  21. Emily

    01.24.13

    What a BEAUTIFUL family and an AMAZING mural! Congratulations!

  22. Clair

    01.24.13

    Gorgeous! Some of my happiest family times are in bed. What a great idea for a shoot,

  23. Sophie

    01.24.13

    These are so perfect :)

  24. Jennifer

    01.24.13

    These are probably the sweetest family photos I’ve ever seen!

    xo Jennifer

    http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

  25. ali thompson

    01.24.13

    i am love these pics in the bedroom. (sounds odd when i type that…!) great family pics and absolutely love the be thou my vision lyrics. very sweet!

  26. Amanda

    01.24.13

    I love those photos. Congrats again on your new baby. Your family is adorable.

  27. Amy

    01.24.13

    *tear!*

  28. Kara

    01.24.13

    Jen, your wall is AMAZING! That is one of my favorite hymns. Did you free hand that? WOW, beautiful.

    The family pictures are great too!

  29. Elaine

    01.24.13

    these pictures are absolutely adorable!

  30. Pinkyspages

    01.24.13

    The pictures are absolutely delightful!
    Love the beautiful hymn on the wall & admire your creativity.

  31. Sarah

    01.24.13

    Oh my… I love the light in these shots!! Your family is so sweet!! And your mural is SO beautiful! You did a really amazing job at it!! :)

  32. katie

    01.24.13

    wow, these are so beautiful. what a gift to always have and cherish for your family. lovely!

  33. Ashley

    01.24.13

    These are absolutely STUNNING – I wouldn’t have been able to narrow them down either! Each is better and more beautiful then the next. Wishing I wasn’t on the opposite end of the country so I could use Aimee’s skills myself sometime!

  34. anne

    01.24.13

    These photos are absolutely beautiful, Jen! Congratulations, I can’t say it enough. You have such a beautiful family, and it is such a joy to get a glimpse into your life through this blog. It’s such an inspiration in my life, to be able to read your words! Hope all is well!

  35. Amandarin

    01.24.13

    The wall is perfect and these shots are absolutely beautiful! Every photo exudes joy. And the whole post makes me super excited to meet my baby this Spring and enjoy the new season of becoming a FAMILY. :) Thanks for sharing!

  36. HollyDolly

    01.24.13

    Quite possibly the cutest photos I’ve ever seen. Ever.

    And I’m glad you mentioned Aimee – I’m thinking about getting some anniversary photos done this summer, so I will definitely look into her!

  37. Elle Croft

    01.24.13

    Oh, wow! Those photos are just incredible, and I adore the hymn on the wall; it’s just perfect!

  38. hayley

    01.24.13

    wow these are the cutest family pictures i have ever seen! the color and setting is just perfect and it looks so relaxed! also, i am in love with that canvas! that is such a beautiful song and such a brilliant idea!

  39. Ashley

    01.24.13

    These photos are just lovely. I can’t believe how beautiful and happy everyone is! And the mural is amazing – I wish I had your talent, Jen!

  40. Lexie

    01.24.13

    Precious pictures, Jen!

  41. Karli

    01.24.13

    These are just beautiful Jen. How wonderful for you and your family x

  42. L. Gosnay

    01.24.13

    Beautiful pictures! I have to ask, where did you get the large canvas behind your bed with the lyrics to “Be Thou My Vision”? I love it.

  43. Danae

    01.24.13

    I don’t even know where to start – I love this post!
    Congratulations on the new family member and the room turned out great too :)

  44. Rach

    01.24.13

    Oh, Jen you look beautiful!!! <3

  45. Amanda

    01.25.13

    These photos are gorgeous, Jen! You have a beautiful family!

  46. Monica

    01.25.13

    Spectacular!!! LOVE them all.
    you are so talented, and indeed you have a gorgeous family.
    aloha!

  47. Natalie

    01.25.13

    These are some incredible pictures!!! Love Love them and so excited to check out Aimee’s website since I am now living in Boston!

    Thanks for sharing a little bit of you and your new family.
    xo
    Natalie
    dishesrunwaysandbriefcases.com

  48. Courtney

    01.25.13

    Love the pictures! Congrats! Can I ask you where your glass end tables are from?

  49. Charity

    01.27.13

    I ADORE the hymn wall. One of my favorites, and the script looks beautiful! What a sweet, lovely little family. <3

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    01.27.13

    Amazing family photos! =]

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  51. Kiki

    01.28.13

    What precious photos! Gorgeous family, gorgeous bedroom, and gorgeous lighting. I love that headboard(?) idea, so creative and such a wonderful daily reminder. Congrats again to your family–Finley and Rowan are adorable. :)

  52. Liz h

    01.30.13

    Awesome!!!!! In love with how these turned out, now I am so antsy to do a family bed shoot with our 11 day old and 2yo!! Thanks for sharing all of them with us! Just beautiful and LOVE the hymn on the wall. One of my very faves and so gorge done this way!

  53. Dressing Ivana

    02.02.13

    amazing family photos

  54. Elle

    02.04.13

    How cute are y’all?! And how lovely is your wall song?!

    Wonderful stuff. Congrats, congrats! :)

  55. Anxhela

    02.05.13

    Love this photos. They are so beautiful and in the moment. Can you do a possible tutorial on how you put the quote on the wall. Did you free hand trace it or use and overhead.

  56. cv love

    03.25.13

    Love photos!

  57. Gretchen

    04.17.13

    Your mural is AMAZING! That is one of my most favorite songs. Love it!

  58. Stephane Kehoe

    05.06.13

    What’s up everyone, it’s my first go to see at this web site,
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