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Maternity Photography | Dobrina & Nikolay

Sometimes, when life gives you lemons, you make a baby. That is the story of the next couple of friends I am showcasing in this post. After moving to the United States from Bulgaria, Dobrina and Nikolay fell in love in Naples, Florida while working together. It's a simple story of boy meets girl, then fall in love, then make a life together. If only it were that simple.

See, Life throws curveballs at you to test you. Are you doing the right thing? Are you in love with the right guy or gal? Will this last the test of time? These two have seen a whole lot of rough patches. But the only constant in their lives is that they made it through. TOGETHER. Because when your condo is burglarized and then, later on, destroyed by flooding from a massive fire in their building that is all you can do. Thread through and go forward. TOGETHER. STRONGER. Where is the silver lining in this story amidst all the negativity? Well, it lies in the fact that while they were going through such stress from the fire, little did they know that a little baby was taking shape in Dobi's belly and together with it, hope for a better future and positive things to happen...

I admire their relentlesness, their positive attitude and their love for one another because "whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger"-saying holds true for them and I am convinced that they'll handle everything that comes their way TOGETHER. STRONGER. And this baby? Oh my goodness, Dobi's been talking about this baby for yeaaaaarrrrsss. This little girl will be so loved and cherished, just like her parents love and cherish each other...

I was so happy to take their maternity photos, as they enjoy their last two months with just the two of them. So I simply wanted to capture their love and their personality.

We did a lot of things during our session, but here are their best shots. Enjoy, they are adorable!!

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You think this baby will be beautiful? Look at them! Duuuhh.

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They are always active! So we took the bikes for a spin...

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Spunky. Love it!

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Then, we had a picnic, cause all that exercise makes you hungry. :)

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Supermodels.

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And, finally, I leave you with my fave.

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Dobi and Niki, thank you for an awesome afternoon together, you guys are rockstars!

Much love... <3 <3 <3

Model Photography | Naples, FL ~ Natali

You have seen her beautiful face before... And, you will most likely see her more often, walking the runway or in magazines, because Natali was just booked with Extend & Mend International to represent their products and be in their fashion shows. Extend & Mend International has a very unique niche; they are a wholesale hair distribution company that works with beauty supply stores, medical companies, and salons or spas. They certify cosmetologists and cosmetology students in the latest hair extension techniques. The company started off with the goal of bringing hair extensions and wigs to women suffering from cancer or other ailments that make one lose their hair. They are in the business of making women feel beautiful, building confidence, and fixing self-esteem.

I love what this company is out to achieve and I am proud that Natali is part of helping them reach their goal.

I am really happy with how the next images turned out, especially considering that the shoot was so spontaneous! But when I work with such a beauy, it truly makes my job easy. So, here are Natali's best modelling shots. Watch out world!

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We did have fun! :)

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And I saved the best for last...this one is my favorite.

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Good luck on your new adventure cutie!!

If you are interested in Extend & Mend's next event, here is the info:
December 8th, 2012 @ Naples Academy of Beauty between 5pm and 9pm.
Avante Garde Hair Competition and Fashion Show featuring Lee and Collier county businesses in the health/beauty industries. Proceeds are being donated to Lee Memorial's Children's Hospital.
RSVP only. Admission Tickets are $15, Please contact Anthony Jackson for more information: anthony@eminenceevents.com or (239)-537-5797


XOXO