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Welcome to Heartprint Photography!

 Jill Kisel (pictured), Heartprint Photography's photographer, specializes in a fresh, fashionable, modern, documentary style approach to wedding, event, & portrait  photography. Our images are a contemporary blend of candid, lifestyle photography complimented by timeless and elegant traditional images. Our approach to photography is one of simplicity, emotion and richness. We are best known for our artistically informal, unposed, honest images that capture the true essence of the person.
 

Saltwater Farm Vineyard Wedding, Stonington, Connecticut, Badgley Mischka Wedding Shoes, CT, NYC, MA, RI, NY Wedding Photographer

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This season our brides wore AMAZING shoes in all colors and styles; purple, red, deep teal blue!  Here is a Saltwater Farm Vineyard bride in fabulous Badgley Mischka heels, LOOOOOVE IT!!!  Want to see these and other to-die-for Badgley Mischka wedding shoes?  Check out My Glass Slipper!

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Omni New Haven, Bruce Saunders Entertainment, New York,Connecticut Wedding Photography, CT, NYC, MA, NY, RI

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Connecticut, New York City, NYC Wedding Photographers, Top best CT Wedding Photographer

Connecticut, New York City, NYC Wedding Photographers, Top best CT Wedding Photographer

Connecticut, New York City, NYC Wedding Photographers, Top best CT Wedding Photographer

The Omni New Haven at Yale was the perfect setting for Melissa and Jonathan’s beautiful summer wedding!   In the first of these album spreads check out Melissa’s stunning wedding dress, and those shoes!  Notice in the final spread Melissa changed into an amazing shorter dress perfect for dancing to music provided by New York City’s Bruce Saunders Entertainment.

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Omni New Haven at Yale, Heartprint Wedding Photography, NYC

 

About Bruce Saunders Entertainment (from their site), http://www.brucesaundersentertainment.com/ :

“A SPECIALTY ORCHESTRA AND ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY PERFORMING AT THE MOST ELEGANT, EXCITING PRIVATE PARTIES AND CORPORATE EVENTS.

WITH OVER 25 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE, WE UNDERSTAND HOW ESSENTIAL OUR PERSONAL APPROACH IS TO THE PLANNING AND EXECUTION OF YOUR SPECIAL CELEBRATIONS.

OUR UNIQUE COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND CONTEMPORARY TALENT HAS ALWAYS ALLOWED US TO REMAIN ON THE CUTTING EDGE OF WHAT OUR SELECTIVE CLIENTS REQUEST.

PLEASE CONTACT US SO WE CAN ARRANGE TO MEET WITH YOU IN PERSON, AT A TIME THAT’S CONVENIENT FOR YOU. AS YOU VIEW OUR LIVE PERFORMANCES YOU’LL SEE WHY WE ARE KNOWN AS THE ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY WHO ALWAYS DELIVERS THE PARTY OF YOUR DREAMS.”

“Bruce Saunders Entertainment performs at some of the most successful corporate and charity functions anywhere. We provide our clients with just the right combination of elegance and pizzazz, always exceeding their highest expectations. You will find our orchestra returning to perform year after year, which is a rare occurrence in today’s ever changing world of corporate and fundraising events. We are often told by our clients that we are one of the important factors, as their events continue to become increasingly more successful. We continue to be one of the most highly sought after bands for corporate holiday parties, retirement dinners, fundraising events and any other reason for your organization to just “throw a party!” ”

“Bruce Saunders, the founder and principal owner of our company, grew up in the music industry as the son of Paul Saunders, the well known musician and orchestra leader. For over 25 years, despite the constantly changing musical climate, Bruce has always had the ability to stand out from the crowd with his combination of creativity, and his ability to hand-pick unique and talented entertainers. Most important, Bruce stands alone when it comes to the personal touch he gives each affair.

We’ve been fortunate to be constantly growing, continuing our track record of success performing for — and with — the most recognizable names in entertainment and society. Bruce believes and has always understood that in an industry of too-similar, mass-musical production, it has always come down to a particular group of entertainers, personalizing and performing at your particular special affair.

It has been–and always will be–about you and your desires as our client,
as we contribute to your special and memorable event. You will no doubt appreciate our total involvement and focus on your details.”

 

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Three years of this little beauty!  When I first starting photographing her family she was an only child, now she is the big sister!  This first image is one of my all time favorite portraits, we have it large on canvas at our studio!  Enjoy!

 

Heartprint Photography has truly been blessed by clients that come back to us year after year, sometimes from quite a distance, to photograph their growing families.  Sometimes we meet them as newly engaged couples, we photograph their wedding and then a bit down the road as new parents.  We often photograph their first child as a newborn only a few days old.  It is so much fun to see their child again as a toddler, very often with a new baby sister or brother in tow!  As we reflect on the past year and look forward to 2012 we first and foremost want to thank all the Heartprint couples and families who have made this remarkable journey possible, we never for a moment forget the trust you have placed in Heartprint to record the most important moments of your life. We are both grateful and humbled.  Over the next few weeks we will be posting some recent before and after portraits of Heartprint growing families…enjoy!

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Connecticut Portrait studio, best newborn photographer ct

This first set of images is one of my favorites, this little guy was so little and very inquisitive.  Fast forward to this year and he loves anything John Deere, definitely all boy!!!

 

Heartprint Photography has truly been blessed by clients that come back to us year after year, sometimes from quite a distance, to photograph their growing families.  Sometimes we meet them as newly engaged couples, we photograph their wedding and then a bit down the road as new parents.  We often photograph their first child as a newborn only a few days old.  It is so much fun to see their child again as a toddler, very often with a new baby sister or brother in tow!  As we reflect on the past year and look forward to 2012 we first and foremost want to thank all the Heartprint couples and families who have made this remarkable journey possible, we never for a moment forget the trust you have placed in Heartprint to record the most important moments of your life. We are both grateful and humbled.  Over the next few weeks we will be posting some recent before and after portraits of Heartprint growing families…enjoy!

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These two little brothers met up with us at a favorite local park in the fall, and a year later at their grandparent’s beachfront home to have their portraits updated!  Enjoy!

Heartprint Photography has truly been blessed by clients that come back to us year after year, sometimes from quite a distance, to photograph their growing families.  Sometimes we meet them as newly engaged couples, we photograph their wedding and then a bit down the road as new parents.  We often photograph their first child as a newborn only a few days old.  It is so much fun to see their child again as a toddler, very often with a new baby sister or brother in tow!  As we reflect on the past year and look forward to 2012 we first and foremost want to thank all the Heartprint couples and families who have made this remarkable journey possible, we never for a moment forget the trust you have placed in Heartprint to record the most important moments of your life. We are both grateful and humbled.  Over the next few weeks we will be posting some recent before and after portraits of Heartprint growing families…enjoy!

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Heartprint Photography has truly been blessed by clients that come back to us year after year, sometimes from quite a distance, to photograph their growing families.  Sometimes we meet them as newly engaged couples, we photograph their wedding and then a bit down the road as new parents.  We often photograph their first child as a newborn only a few days old.  It is so much fun to see their child again as a toddler, very often with a new baby sister or brother in tow!  As we reflect on the past year and look forward to 2012 we first and foremost want to thank all the Heartprint couples and families who have made this remarkable journey possible, we never for a moment forget the trust you have placed in Heartprint to record the most important moments of your life. We are both grateful and humbled.  Over the next few weeks we will be posting some recent before and after portraits of Heartprint growing families…enjoy!

Here are a couple of recent portraits of another Heartprint baby….the first two are from a few weeks ago, and the last when she was just a wee little sprout:-)!

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CT Newborn Photographers, Connecticut baby photography

CT Newborn Photographers, Connecticut baby photography

Heartprint Photography has truly been blessed by clients that come back to us year after year, sometimes from quite a distance, to photograph their growing families.  Sometimes we meet them as newly engaged couples, we photograph their wedding and then a bit down the road as new parents.  We often photograph their first child as a newborn only a few days old.  It is so much fun to see their child again as a toddler, very often with a new baby sister or brother in tow!  As we reflect on the past year and look forward to 2012 we first and foremost want to thank all the Heartprint couples and families who have made this remarkable journey possible, we never for a moment forget the trust you have placed in Heartprint to record the most important moments of your life. We are both grateful and humbled.  Over the next few weeks we will be posting some recent before and after portraits of Heartprint growing families…enjoy!

Here is a Heartprint newborn only a few days old snuggling up with her teddy bear, then again as a happy toddler, and then this year with her brand new baby brother!!!

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Professional Photographer Magazine, PPA, Connecticut’s Heartprint Photography interview and picture

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We have been so super busy all summer and fall that we never had a chance to mention an honer we received a couple of months ago.  An interview with Jill Kisel/Heartprint Photography appeared in the September issue of Professional Photographer Magazine along with a photograph we took at an event at The Waterview this past Spring. Professional Photographer Magazine is the official journal of The Professional Photographers of America, Inc.  Thank you PPA, we are honored!

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Best Wedding Photographer Connecticut, top rated Photography CTShannon and Rob’s engagement session was at one of our all time favorite CT towns, Mystic!  We photograph very often in and around Mystic as it really is the quintessential CT Seaport Community.  I LOVE when our couples choose a really unique location for their engagement session, and this couple is the perfect example!  Shannon has been coming to Mystic with her family for her whole life.  They always attend Mystic Seaport’s Annual Community Carol Sing so what better location to capture their engagement photos.  We will be photographing Shannon and Rob’s summer wedding at Avon Belle Terrace but on the flip side, their winter engagement session captured a whole other season!

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At Heartprint Photography this seems to have been the year of the twins, lots and lots of twins!  Look at these two newborns, they are just so content and peaceful…

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Our studio features a variety of seating and props including chairs, benches, tutus, large flowers, brightly colored name blocks, translucent Chinese umbrellas, and brightly colored trunks.  Have a special request?  Feel free to run your idea by us, we love fresh new ideas!  Have a favorite stuffed animal, blanket, or toy? Bring it along and we will try to incorporate it into your session.  Does your subject love a special sport or activity?  Bring along their soccer ball, dance outfit, musical instrument.  Anything that defines your loved one, be it big or small, is an option.  We want your session to be as personal as possible!

Sessions usually last 1 1/2 to 2 hrs. This allows time for change of clothes, a snack, and breaks. For children, please try to book a time where they will be well rested and fed.  Sometimes bringing a favorite stuffed animal or toy can be reassuring to young subjects, and a non-messy snack and drink is often a good idea. We strive to make this a relaxing experience for all. For newborn sessions, we suggest 7-10 days old as being the perfect time for first portraits (they change so quick, capture that newborn look while they are still sleepy and all curled up).

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Here, more often than not, simple is best.  You will want people viewing your images to say “your child or family looks fabulous”, not “what a great outfit”!  For the most part, logos and large prints are best avoided. Bright and cheery is always welcome. Feel free to bring more than one change of clothes and your favorite accessories such as hats, dress-up pieces, tutus.  If shooting more than one subject, coordinating outfits are best.  Think jeans and brightly colored polos, crisp white shirts and khakis, you get the idea!  For newborn or babies naked is always best!

Maternity Sessions

Pregnant women have beautiful curves and you will want to show them.  Please feel free to bring pre-pregnancy clothes, pretty, modern camisoles, lingerie, tank tops- anything clingy, fitted or stretchy in solid colors (white, black, red, blue…), snug jeans, we can unzip then, white button down shirt, semi-sheer wraps, scarves, long skirts that fit below the belly, saris, native fabrics, wedding veils, black pants (yoga pants work well), make it as personal as you would like.      With selective posing and lighting we can make even bare bodies perfectly private and discrete.  If your partner is up for it, please bring him along.  This is a special moment in both your lives, we love the look of muscular, protective forearms and shoulders next to womanly curves!
What should your husband wear? Men should bring jeans or khaki pants or any other dark bottoms, rumpled (not starched) plain white shirts,  a regular white and/or black crew-neck t-shirt are all great choices, solid, dark colors, black, dark brown, navy blue and charcoal gray tops and bottoms. Layers are great; wear the t-shirt under a crew- or v-neck sweater or jacket.
Other suggestions? Get a manicure and a pedicure a day or two in advance, Do wear make-up, and style your hair. Don’t wear anything binding to the shoot – you don’t want marks on your skin.  Relax, your images and you will look beautiful.
We suggest having the session take place about six weeks before your expected due date.  We find that this is just the right time to capture you at your very finest, and as sometimes babies have a way of arriving on their own schedule and not always ours, we wouldn’t want to miss the opportunity because of an early arrival!

Newborn Sessions

Our newborn sessions take place in our warm quiet studio during the first week or so when your newborn is still at the sleepy, curled-up stage.  We set up a special staging area for newborns as to not startle or disturb. It is such a special and fleeting moment in a newborn’s life, we always recommend to new parents to consider capturing images at this very early stage.

For newborn sessions, we suggest no later than 7-10 days old if possible as the first week is the perfect time for first portraits (they change so quick, capture that newborn look while they are still sleepy and all curled up). For newborn or babies naked is always best, but a cute hat or blanket can add welcome color and texture.

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