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Hi there, and welcome to the Bring to Light Photography blog. I'm Taslim, a Boston-based photographer creating portraits of newborn babies, children and families throughout New England. My hope is that clients, photographers, friends and family can drop by and see a little of what I've been up to. This blog will follow my personal and professional life featuring images from sessions and events that I shoot, places that I visit, and the things I see and experience living in the city.

I encourage you to visit my website at Bring to Light Photography or to email me for more info using the contact form above. My style is fresh & simple, and I'd love to work personally with your family to capture portraits that are fresh, real and most importantly you.

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Caution world, I got a scanner

…only half kidding. I was in the market for a new printer and I got the all in one Epson Artisan 810 – this sucker is huge. Took forever to set up but now I’ve got it printing the right colors, wifi enabled, and printed to a DVD. So I *had* to test out the scanner, because I’ve never had one before. I was looking through a box of old photos to scan and I found this gem from 2005. I love it- its totally my style still. I remember walking around the Prudential center with these two friends and I begged them to let me take their photo and let me ‘practice’ – I had just gotten my very first DSLR camera- so I had them hold hands and sorta fake a connection for me. And now, five years later, they are a couple. Life is funny like that. Can’t wait to look back upon old (and some forgotten) photos and see what else I can dig up.

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Needed: One Brave Mama! | Boston Pregnancy Portraits

Needed: One Bold Mama!
{casting call for maternity models}
I have some ideas for maternity portraits I’d like to try, but I am needing a confident pregnant model who is up to trying something new!
Model should be:
- at least 35 weeks pregnant at time of shoot
-fit, pre-pregnancy size eight or smaller
-well groomed
- comfortable with posing partially nude and/or implied nudity
- willing to allow any and all images to be used to promote Bring to Light Photography, online or in printed promotional materials.
No professional modeling experience needed! Photo session will take place in the convenience of your home.
This will not be a regular portrait session; the object of the session will be to achieve a specific pose or look for Taslim’s portfolio. If there is time after the particular image has been achieved, other images may be photographed (but additional poses are not guaranteed).
There is no cost to the selected model. The selected model will not pay a session fee and will receive a free 8×10 print in exchange for her time (no substitutions). Other images may be purchased at 25 % off regular print prices, though no additional purchase is required.
If you or anyone you know might be interested, please email me at Taslim@bringtolightphotography.com

I have some ideas for maternity portraits I’d like to try, but I am needing a confident pregnant model who is up for something new! Best of all, the model will score a free pregnancy portrait session and 8×10 print of her choice.

Model should be:

- at least 35 weeks pregnant at time of shoot

-fit, pre-pregnancy size eight or smaller

- comfortable with posing partially nude and/or implied nudity

- willing to allow any and all images to be used to promote Bring to Light Photography, online or in printed promotional materials.

No professional modeling experience needed! Photo session will take place in the convenience of your home, within 20 miles of Boston.

This will not be a regular portrait session; the object of the session will be to achieve a specific pose or look for Taslim’s portfolio. If there is time after the particular image has been achieved, other images may be photographed (but additional poses are not guaranteed).

There is no cost to the selected model. The selected model will not pay a session fee and will receive a complimentary 8×10 print in exchange for her time (no substitutions). Other images may be purchased, though no additional purchase is required.

If you or anyone you know might be interested, please email me at Taslim@bringtolightphotography.com

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Meet Sam | Newborn Portraits

You might remember Julia’s gorgeous maternity session from last month, well, I got to meet her new baby boy Sam yesterday. He is absolutely adorable and so good natured. Here is a sneak peak of some favorite captures from our newborn session.

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Melts my heart- fast asleep in Daddy’s arms.

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Love those little toes peaking out!

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Look at those perfect tiny fingers!

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Is there anything more adorable than a baby yawning? Julia and Ari were talking about how cute it is when he yawns and Sam did it on cue ;)

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Julia & Ari, can’t wait to show you the rest!

Benicio | Cambridge Childrens Portraits

We had lovely weather yesterday afternoon despite the calendar saying its nearly mid December – perfect for an outdoor portrait session in Cambridge. Meet Mr. B, an active eight year old who showed off his kung-fu moves and raced around outdoors during our time together. He got especially smiley when we talked about his kitten (or as any little boy loves to tease about,- farts and boogers- gotta keep it real and talk about what gets the shot!). I just adore the outfit B’s mom picked out for him – comfortable but stylish and a good use of textures. Here are some of my favorites from the day…

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In need of a smile??

I don’t know about you, but its just one of those weeks for me. Just getting over the flu, deadlines approaching, holiday craziness is already beginning… thought I’d share this image I captured of a friend’s new puppy, Bowser. Isn’t he adorable? Makes me smile.

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Glowing | Boston Maternity Photographer

Isn’t she gorgeous? Julia was so sweet during our maternity session last weekend. Her and her husband are keeping the gender of their baby a surprise, which I think is so cool. I can’t wait to photograph their new bundle of joy for the newborn session! Until then, here are a few of my favorite pregnancy photographs from our time together.

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Radiant in red.

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We thought it fitting to have a portrait taken underneath the beautiful painting of the pregnant woman hanging above the couch…

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Thanks so much Julia, can’t wait to meet your new little baby soon!

Phoebe | Lifestyle Photography

Last week I photographed Miss Phoebe for a surprise gift for her mom (shh!). I first met Phoebe nearly four years ago and my has she grown! Our session was filled with fun – from gymnastics on the trampoline to reading Harry Potter on her favorite outdoor chair, and I captured some lovely relaxed portraits during our time together. Her energy is infectious! Here are a few of my favorite images from the session.

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I was introduced to ‘Teddy’ – couldn’t have planned that eye contact if I’d tried.

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Love this one trading Halloween jokes with Dad.

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Look at those eyes!!

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Iwona & George | Wedding Photographer Boston

I can’t believe it is already November! I’ve had a whirlwind past couple weeks but I couldn’t let another day go by without sharing my favorite images from Iwona & George’s wedding a couple weekends ago. I started the day off with Iwona at ‘Lord’s and Lady’s Salon‘ while she got her hair and makeup done. Iwona looked radiant, even pre makeup!

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We headed across the street to the Holy Name Parish, a gorgeous church in West Roxbury, where Iwona and her bridal party got ready in the rectory before the ceremony.

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Iwona’s ’something borrowed’ was her Maid of Honor’s Chanel Perfume. I loved that idea!

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Meanwhile, my fabulous assitant for the day Michael Blanchard was capturing some shots of George and his best man in the church.

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Did I mention the church was stunning??

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I love these images of Iwona in the gorgeous light of the back of the church. My shot is on the left, Mike’s on the right.

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George was not looking too bad himself!

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The bride and her entourage head over to the church, I believe Iwona’s exact words were ‘time to get hitched!’

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George seeing Iwona in her dress for the first time, walking down the aisle with her mother.

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It’s official!

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We had some time between the ceremony and reception to get a few portraits of the new Mr & Mrs!

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Cars were honking their congratulations to G & I.

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Mike caught this shot, walking toward the garden – so fun!

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My favorite image from the day, with vibrant foliage in the Boston Public Garden.

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Then it was time to celebrate! Off to the reception held at Hampshire House in the library. The room looked beautiful all ready for guests.

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The flower girl was especially cute in her fluffy dress with floating flower petals.

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Don’t they look so happy?

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Iwona & George, thank you for sharing your special day with me. Hope you had a fantastic time in Ireland!

Holly & Tammy | Back Bay Wedding Photographer

The first weekend in October I headed over to the Omni Parker House to photograph the wedding of Holly and Tammy. These ladies flew from North Carolina to celebrate their wedding weekend, and of course, their Carolina Blue was represented on their beautiful bouquets!

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Over the summer I had gone with Holly and Tammy to the Public Gardens to scout a spot for the outdoor ceremony they were planning, but because of the rain the decision was made to move the ceremony indoors. Holly and Tammy have such a great sense of humor, and wanted a portrait in front of a painting of the Public Garden that hangs on the wall of the hotel restaurant. A garden wedding portrait ;)

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We made our way to a ballroom for an intimate ceremony, where Holly’s cousin performed the ceremony. You could feel the emotion in the room – I was on the verge of tears myself!

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Undeterred by the rain, we set off in style (and I got to ride in the limo!) to the Public Gardens for a few quick portraits in the rain. Cheers!

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Despite the weather there were quite a few people in the park but I didn’t want my brave brides to have to wait in the rain for too long. When we got up to the bridge there was a sudden clearing and I got this awesome shot of Holly and Tammy walking hand in hand in the rain. Love those umbrellas. B_HollyTammy007

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Then it was onto a late brunch at Aquitane in the South End. Holly and Tammy had a cluster of tables in the rear of the restaurant and the celebration began!

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A few shots of their new bling!

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I love this one with the mirrors – you can see so many of the guests and the  double reflection of ‘Aquitane’  made the shot.

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Holly and Tammy, thank you so much for sharing your special day with me. I feel so blessed. Hope you had a great time on your honeymoon and best wishes!

Six Days New | Boston Newborn Photography

Meet little Madeline, just six days old at the time of her newborn photo shoot. I was so surprised at how alert (and strong) she was at this age! After a little patience she did manage to fall asleep and I captured some contemporary images I know her Daddies will love! Here are just a few of my favorites from the session.

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This one was taken on the dining room rug – I just love the color and texture together!

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I love this series, tender moments between father and daughter.

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S + D, thank you for sharing your beautiful new bundle of joy with me!