Alice G Patterson Photography {blog}

saying goodbye {to winter}

alice — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:23:31 +0000

Two weeks ago we had one of our larger snowfalls of the season, and in about two weeks spring will officially arrive. Right now we have clear blue skies and rising temperatures, and yet still plenty of snow is holding the ground hostage. So I’d say today is the center of a two week seasonal sandwich.

So while I anxiously await the bare ground, buds forming on trees, and a new crop of migratory birds to appear, I wanted to send winter a little parting gift of photos. Beth and I had so much fun photographing Derek and Cooper who took advantage of the big snowstorm with a super fun day of sledding…

Poor Derek got a boot full of snow on his last run of the day…

After a loads of sledding fun and climbing back up the hill, Cooper reached his tipping point…

Cooper and Derek are so lucky to have not only a brother in each other, but a best friend as well…

Bon Voyage Winter… see you in nine!

march snapshots! {yearbook portraits}

alice — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 19:54:02 +0000

mi casa {vintage dog collection}

alice — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:26:59 +0000

I love my dogs + I love my house = My Vintage Dog Collection

I like to go to thrift stores, antique shows, flea markets, and even the occasional auction in search of vintage dog pieces that speak to me. There is a lot of it out in the world, and not all of it speaks to me. I have a hard time putting my collection and taste into words, so I thought I’d share some photos with you. What words would you use to describe my collection?

carolynn + maromi {two brunettes}

alice — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 06:07:16 +0000

Carolynn Giordano and her little dog Maromi are both so sweet! Carolynn will be introducing her new Two Brunettes website soon, showcasing her incredible talent in design, illustration, and for you lovely brides to be… custom branding for any event! Until her new site is up, be sure to subscribe to her great blog here. Needless to say, I was beyond honored and thrilled, when she asked little ol’ me to photograph her new portraits. We took some photographs at her studio…

Then we braved that cold New York weather for some of my new favorite portraits to date. As you’ll soon see, I had a hard time picking my favorites, so I went ahead and indulged in a feast of photos. Do you have a favorite?

Thanks Carolynn! Give that little muppet Maromi a kiss for me. xoxo

february snapshots! {babies}

alice — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 01:59:25 +0000

two brunettes {just a quick peek}

alice — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 05:25:10 +0000

I can’t wait to share the rest of this session, but for now gaze your eyes upon all that is adorable with Carolynn Giordano and little “Ro” of Two Brunettes…

Thanks Carolynn! Beth and I had such a great time with you today! xoxo

heart {no. 14}

alice — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 03:19:28 +0000

We made it…Day 14 of my 14 Hearts blog challenge! When I look at the image I’ve selected for Heart no. 14, one caption keeps running through my mind…

What is the secret to your love?

Wishing you a Happy Valentines Day! xoxo

heart {no.13}

alice — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 02:21:06 +0000

Several years ago, I read an interview with rocker girl Gwen Stefani. I don’t think she was pregnant yet, but she was talking about her marriage and plans for children in the near future. She asked “Really, what is more romantic than two people choosing to raise children together?” I know, I know. It can be very tiring, very messy, very unromantic on a day to day basis, but the hopeless romantic in me hopes that Gwen is right.

Some of my dearest wedding clients Piper and Jamie asked me to photograph their one year old daughter Helena. When I look at this photograph, I see romance and all kinds of love…

I think this is one of my all time favorite portraits!

heart {no. 12}

alice — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 22:48:18 +0000

The Irish Claddagh ring is so cool when it comes to expressing love. On it’s own it symbolizes the key factors of love with three design elements. A heart representing love, two hands holding the heart for friendship, and a crown to honor loyalty. Cool, right? If that weren’t enough, you have four options of wearing the ring, which can symbolize that you are single, your heart is taken, engaged, or married. To find out how to update your relationship status via Claddagh ring click here.

My niece has worn a Claddagh ring for as long as I can remember. I appreciate Abby letting me photograph her ring for today’s entry in my 14 hearts countdown to Valentines Day blog challenge…

heart {no. 11}

alice — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:58:04 +0000

Like fire and ice, sometimes opposites attract…

Big thanks to Beth for making me this awesome ice candle… such a clever girl!! xoxo