The ANAPHOTO.NET blog!

We've MOVED!!

2010-02-15T00:57:00.003-05:00

You will now find all the latest on ANAPHOTO's fun photo romps on our NEW and Super Awesome blog, here. Please change your bookmarks to www.rootingfortinyvictories.com, and thank you for your support of ANAPHOTO!

Here's a little bit about the new blog:

Rooting For Tiny Victories: Every time reach into your pocket or blink open your eyes in the morning, Root for Tiny Victories. Savor the commonplace. Blinks. Exclamations. Little poofs of space and time that can be wrapped up in your memory like little twinkling nuggets, little stars that don’t ever fade out. Glances, fragrances, little nothingness moments with someone wonderful you encounter, each little lesson put into your path, it’s all worth rooting for. That’s how I feel! Who’s with me?

Little Bits...

2010-02-08T20:18:00.002-05:00

... some sweet juxtapositions... my favorites are the tiny tiny hand near that big daddy hand... These nine canvases will debut shortly in a to-be-named Tribeca Pediatrician's office... <3

What a charming bloke!

2010-01-25T14:34:00.003-05:00

Had a fun jaunt in the park for some wintry portraits of the handsome and charming Matt... he was as delightful as he is well-dressed! <3

EMILY!

2010-01-23T23:46:00.002-05:00

We had SO MUCH fun on this shoot, playing with clothes, blasting the music, jumping around! E, gals like you make me love my job. Thanks for coming! <3 Ana

Trying out a new idea: Slideshows! What fun...

2010-01-19T00:49:00.003-05:00

Here are some pics from a recent birthday party-Baby Eli is One!

V-Day CONTEST - WIN a new 8GB iPod Nano!

2010-01-18T14:56:00.002-05:00

Hi! ~ Wanna WIN a new 8GB iPod Nano? Duh!

Enter my twitter-inspired February 2010 V-Day CONTEST, and YOU could win BIG!

In honor of my favorite holiday, VALENTINE'S DAY, I would like you to tell me--in approx.140 characters--about YOUR FIRST LOVE. Ahhhh, tell me all about sweet lovey-dove, in any form that it takes for you. Pass this along to your friends!

Comment on this blogpost, comment on my ANAPHOTO Facebook page not e, or tweet it to @anaphoto (add me on Twitter!) and you'll be automatically entered to win.

The winning entry will be chosen via an independent panel of judges based on general adorable-ness, and the winner will be announced on February 14th, 2010!!!!

GOOD LUCK! Hop to it!

PUBLISHED: Our365.com!

2010-01-14T13:46:00.004-05:00

The ever-awesome Our365.com featured me (photo + interview!) in an article on how to capture your child during the Baby's First Tooth phase... thank you to Martha for this opportunity! Check it out here... it features little Andrew back at 10 months of age!

ANGUILLA!

2009-12-30T00:00:00.005-05:00

I am so grateful to have visited this incredible paradise! Absolutely not a care in the world can touch you here. Gwen's Reggae Grill featured the grooviest live band and delicious BBQ, and there were just a few tourists and locals around. This island is so laid back, so undeveloped. TOP of my list to re-visit. Wow!

A Baseball Party!

2009-12-15T16:01:00.001-05:00

At the always lively Baseball Center on the Upper West Side!

75th POST: Autumn

2009-12-04T20:05:00.002-05:00

Here's a sneak peek of the LOVELY Autumn of Wilhelmina! I am literally beside myself, I just ADORE this girl and this photo! Thank you to everyone on my team! Special Thanks to Jenn Barry, Moni Briones, Jermaine Clark, Erica Whelan and Wilhelmina!

TINY Baby Joey--Irresistible!

2009-12-02T22:44:00.002-05:00

Little Joey is already a force to be reckoned with--already rockin' out for the lens! Plus her parents are two people who are beautiful inside and out, so obviously Joey will be the kind of girl that everyone wants to be their friend. Can't wait to see her grow! <3

Nicholas is 6 months! (waiting for Santa...)

2009-12-01T22:14:00.003-05:00

Ohh... could you just DIE?? Check out those cheeks!! One of my FAVORITE subjects!!

Dominick!

2009-11-28T13:33:00.003-05:00

Merry Christmas from this adorable face... hard to keep 'em still at this age (14 months!) but I think Dom's on-the-go spark contributed to superfun and lively images! POOF! He's gone.

PUBLISHED: My photo on the New York Times Blog!

2009-11-23T13:54:00.001-05:00

Hooray!! Check it out, I'm SO EXCITED!

IVANKA TRUMP plus LYSS STERN: One bedazzling Evening!

2009-11-20T21:06:00.003-05:00

Gorgeous store! Stunning jewels! A new book hot off the presses ("The Trump Card" by Ivanka Trump, written for the smart and business-savvy women of my generation), and a star-studded crowd... need I say more? I was a lucky girl to be a part of it, especially collaborating with the lovely Lyss from Divalysscious Moms! ♥

Baby Bella is so... bella!

2009-11-12T23:56:00.003-05:00

I'm just SO inspired by this little face... that's all I have to say! <3

PUBLISHED: Studio BeautyMix

2009-11-11T21:30:00.007-05:00

HEYO! Not a bad ending to crap day: found out my photos of the ever-lovely Studio BeautyMix store had been published! Check out the November 2009 issue of New York Resident magazine for the feature on the new store, and hurry over there (110 Wooster in the Korres storefront) soon to pick up stocking stuffers for your entire gift list.

Robin, Studio BeautyMix's founder, is clearly a beauty and fragrance genius, (and a SUPER sweet girl) and clearly has the ability to know what the well-heeled want before they know themselves.

My top 2 picks from the store: Air Repair balm with the most INSANE lovely scent and texture (wearing it now) and Vacances Liquide (Memoire Liquide Reserve Edition perfume), this amazing, soft tropical scent that really smells like luxury... not tropical like cheesy-banana-daquiri but like linen in the breeze with sand and sea and sunsets... *spritz*

Nico, October 2009

2009-11-07T23:31:00.004-05:00

Can you freakin' BELIEVE those big brown eyes?? What a stunner, not unlike her hottie parents, who are some of my bestesttttt friends. LOVE YOU Nico!!! <3

The lovely JOAN!

2009-11-04T19:42:00.003-05:00

So much more to come of this delightful session, what a fun day we had playing around with Joan's killer closet. The best expressions we got were when her husband was making her laugh... HOW SWEET IS THAT?!

Luka and his new Baby sister, Mila!

2009-11-01T20:58:00.004-05:00

What a gorgeous and expressive family, no? I love the one of him reading his little book, he just picked it right up without a word and entertained himself for a few moments, and I was lucky enough to be ready-to-snap at the time. And little Mila has made quite a splash in her first two weeks of life! Tiny tiny tiny...

"Not taking questions..."

2009-10-26T23:23:00.002-04:00

"Not taking questions...thank you. My driver is waiting." -Nico

Baby Rock star!!!

Baby Bella... sneak peek!

2009-10-25T22:49:00.003-04:00

Wowie wow, this was an EASY session! Can you believe this little face? DELICIOUS! I can't wait to post the rest, I can't scroll through them without squealing!

Studio BeautyMix! Ooh-la la!

2009-10-22T19:06:00.004-04:00

Guys, this is the coolest store EVER. Had the pleasure of shooting for them yesterday in their new NYC location, and let me tell you something--talk about a TREASURE TROVE! You do not want to miss this opportunity to get the most clever and useful gifts EVER for everyone on your holiday list... I recommend the "air repair" Rescue Balm, and they also have the most beautiful soaps... above is a sample from the shoot!

Hit up Studio BeautyMix online, at Fred Segal in L.A. or at Korres at 110 Wooster in NYC!

Miss Molly, Part 1!

2009-10-13T20:37:00.007-04:00

This delightful little lady is Miss Molly, who I had the pleasure of meeting this week! EVEN BETTER, she's a member of my family, the 2.5 year old daughter of my awesome cousin Melisa. I can't wait to post the rest, she has a special place in my heart. XOXO

The Secret Garden: Ft. Greene Part 3

2009-10-05T16:01:00.003-04:00

The final installment! Far behind the townhouse was a secret garden, far below what the eye could see... nothing but good things could come from this type of secret gem!

Start Gift-Hunting Now... at Babylicious NYC!

2009-10-01T23:28:00.003-04:00

So excited that my photo was featured on Babylicious NYC! As the holidays draw near, we all start to run out of time to shop for the little ones on our list. So why not start shopping now and stash your loot in a drawer? You'll be completely ahead of the game and nobody has to know. Visit Babylicious at their FAB retail location in Tribeca, or visit them online! SEE YOU THERE!

CONTEST WINNERS!

2009-09-30T12:10:00.004-04:00

With over 30 FABULOUS entries, I didn't know how to pick the best one... I loved them all! SO, I turned to good friend and colleague Meera Raja to judge the entries anonymously, to pick the BEST, most creative and most summer-y response. She took the task very clearly: She didn't look at the blog at all for its 2-week duration, and then on Judgement Day, she took the sheet of anonymous entries into the other room so I couldn't influence her one way or another, and came back with such a PERFECT and well-thought out Top 3 choices that I just couldn't be happier. Thank you Meera, and thank you to everyone who supported ANAPHOTO by entering! [winners, email me!]

HUGS!!!!

Without Further Ado...

WINNING ENTRY: "I love watching summer thundershowers on my parents' screened in porch. The smell, the sound, and the cool air are always a great treat after sweltering temps. And when that one lightning bolt hits a little too close and sends everyone running into the house, it is a great laugh. Ah summer." -Katie Cameron

Second Place: "Another favorite summer pastime is enjoying steamers & great ale overlooking the ocean, watching sun rays bounce off boats..." -Deborah

Third Place: "My favorite summer past-time is picking fresh blackberries or raspberries, bringing them home warm from the sun, and making a cobbler." -Janis O'Driscoll

Winner gets three 8x10s, 2nd and 3rd place get one 8x10 print!

HERE'S LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT SUMMER!

Check out my friend Rachael's new TV Show!

2009-09-26T12:18:00.003-04:00

It's a behind-the-scenes look at event planning in NYC!

where else... but Lilly!

2009-09-22T19:39:00.013-04:00

Where else might the well-heeled gather for an evening of gorgeous art in a sophisticated space? Lilly Pulitzer, of course! [Duh]

With many of the Upper East Side flagship store's walls stripped and reinvented as a gallery space, a great crowd enjoyed the work of underwater photographer extraordinaire Chris Leidy as he showcased his larger than life underwater masterpieces. Each sharper and more colorful than the next, the vibrant works complimented the Lilly-clad guests perfectly.

I was stoked to be a part of the event!

Fort Greene Part 2: BALLOONS!

2009-09-19T19:35:00.002-04:00

Fall in Fort Greene, Part 1

2009-09-19T12:53:00.004-04:00

Couldn't have done this shoot without my superhelpful team! Moni Briones, Rosemarie Bernardo, Kennar, Allyson Arnone, Jennifer Barry and Rachael Jones, not to mention my friends at Wilhelmina Models!

PUBLISHED!

2009-09-18T22:00:00.002-04:00

My photo of Jenn Falik appears in the Fall issue of ATLANTA SOCIAL SEASON magazine! Yay, wow!

End-Of-Summer CONTEST!

2009-09-12T21:22:00.003-04:00

Wow, our first contest! ARE YOU EXCITED?

I don't know about you, but if I face the fact that summer is gone, my bunz will be parked on the couch with a spoon and my good friends Ben & Jerry, in a TOTAL DEPRESSION! So to prevent that sad scenario, I have decided to celebrate the smells and sights of summer with a contest!

Simply comment below on this blog post and tell me your FAVORITE SUMMER PASTIME, and get automatically entered to win THREE FREE 8x10s! Get them when you book your next shoot with me OR for you out-of-towners, pick your 3 choices from my TRAVEL portfolio!

UNLIMITED ENTRIES, and be sure to tell your friends!

XOXO
Ana :)

Bohemian Debutante, Part 2

2009-09-12T20:50:00.005-04:00

Hello, Hello! Here's the long-awaited second portion of Bohemian Debutante, featuring our little star Cassidy, of Wilhelmina! Stayed tuned later in the weekend for a SUPER FUN contest, our first contest on the blog!

Beach Days in the Hamptons!

2009-09-11T20:28:00.006-04:00

This gorgeous family and I spent the day running around at the beach! A perfect cloudy [but warm!] day was ideal for celebrating one of the last lazy days of summer.

Bohemian Debutante, Part 1

2009-09-01T09:48:00.004-04:00

Special thanks to Moni Brione s, Rosemarie Bernardo, Kennar, Jenn Barry, Allyson Arnone, Rachael Jones, and Wilhelmina Models! Many more exciting shots to come, I can't WAIT to show you!

Loving a black blazer!

2009-08-26T16:30:00.004-04:00

Especially as worn by Beauty and Style Expert, Jenn Falik!

sneak peek: Jimenez Family

2009-08-26T16:17:00.005-04:00

This is a rambunctious bunch! These playful twins were caught in the picture above about one SPLIT second before a full on tackle brought both boys down in a total messy pile on the floor, BOOM off the bench. Ha!

ANA is Published!

2009-08-18T14:51:00.002-04:00

I'm so excited to report that this weekend I completed my first assignment for a national magazine! Look for my photos in a summer 2010 issue of Runner's World magazine. [ha ha... ummm yes, that's a LONG way away, so I will remind y'all!]

Lunchtime!

2009-08-15T13:06:00.002-04:00

More delicious grub from the Studio Caffe at Pier 59... dude, I'm hungry.

Ouu la la!

2009-08-13T23:49:00.004-04:00

Jenn Falik wears Tangerine! Loving this new addition, so summery and fun.

My Best Friend!

2009-08-07T19:33:00.002-04:00

Isn't she gorgeous?

Nico turns 2 in her new house!

2009-08-02T22:34:00.003-04:00

Bethel, CT

Preview: Jenn Falik, Beauty & Style Expert!

2009-08-02T00:11:00.003-04:00

You know TV personality Jenn Falik from her segments on the TODAY show, Early show, Tyra, The View, and E! showcasing all the best beauty finds around, and now here's a PREVIEW from our photoshoot in Manhattan! I can't WAIT to post all the fabulous outfits we shot, not to mention the accessories... get ready to drool and swoon.

Little EEEEeeee is 6 months old!

2009-07-24T21:41:00.004-04:00

[that's the sound he makes when happy! EEEeeeee]

Pier 59 Studio Caffe FOOD!

2009-07-20T17:11:00.002-04:00

My photos were featured on the Pier59 Studios blog today! Check it out

Miryha's wedding: Getting Ready

2009-07-19T20:04:00.007-04:00

Westport, CT July 18, 2009 at the Inn at Longshore!

Sneak Peek: Baby H is 8 weeks!

2009-06-23T10:57:00.003-04:00

These were shot in the most beautiful sun-filled white bedroom... ahhhh!

A Bachelorette Party in Newport, RI!

2009-06-20T00:04:00.003-04:00

saturday peonies: superzen

2009-06-07T02:35:00.002-04:00

See more on my other blog...

Baby Andrew!

2009-06-01T22:39:00.002-04:00

Look into these lil' peepers and tell me you're not in love...

BIG CITY MOMS: Birthday Extravaganza!

2009-05-29T00:26:00.003-04:00

I was honored to take part in a fabulous event with Big City Moms on the Upper East side this week!

Revisting Painting Little Faces!

2009-05-25T14:25:00.007-04:00

Here are some awesome pics of the FAB crew + subjects of my Painting Little Faces team, from the shoot in January 2008. What a lovely memory!

Oohhh.. Coconut Cake!

2009-05-24T20:17:00.004-04:00

Couldn't resist posting a pic of this... I sort of ran out of the lime-coconut frosting before I got to the sides, but it sure hasn't bothered me yet!

ANAPHOTO featured on LiveBooks!

2009-05-19T21:05:00.002-04:00

OMG! OMG! I was a featured photographer on LIVEBOOKS! see it here!

I love you, St. Martin.. truly.

2009-05-16T23:53:00.004-04:00

If I click my heels three times, will I get back there? Please?!

Here's a montage (I couldn't resist!) of my trip faves.

Flippin' the bird!

2009-05-14T21:00:00.002-04:00

Look closely... this lil guy is flippin us the bird in the lead image! If that's not endearing, I don't know what is... I DO know that my obsession with redheaded babies continues! Big love to you, little I!

Emmett and Grace

2009-05-13T23:07:00.004-04:00

These twins are chillin' on a rainy day inside, happy to entertain me for the afternoon!

Rooting for Tiny Victories!

2009-05-05T12:04:00.005-04:00

Check out my other inspiration-lovely things-supporting independent artists-blog here, and join me in Rooting for Tiny Victories! http://roottoot.blogspot.com/. The pieces shown here I got from Alyssa's killer Etsy store, BrooklynREHAB. Check her out!

Babies in the grass... must be springtime! Baby K is 6 Months old...

2009-04-29T09:41:00.005-04:00

Baby K is a sometime model and favorite subject of mine, and as you can see he pretty much charms the pants off, well, everyone. I am thrilled to be outside again shooting on location, especially with a little face that makes it so easy.

The darling H Family!

2009-03-26T22:07:00.005-04:00

Oh my, Beautiful and so expressive, this family just couldn't take a bad picture! I am love, love, loving ALL of these.

Wilhelmina Models: oooh, striking!

2009-03-26T20:45:00.003-04:00

Look at these faces, I'm so inspired! Each one of these kids brought a new energy to the shoot day. I couldn't WAIT to upload these to my website!

FORD MODELS: Gak! SO cute! SO fiesty! FUN!

2009-03-12T21:50:00.002-04:00

Baby G is 6 months old!

2009-03-12T20:46:00.002-04:00

Some kids are just born to be princesses! Little G was right at home in this tutu and crown, I had to remember to click the shutter, kept being too busy squealing at her cuteness!

Bing! Zya waves her magic wand...

2009-02-21T13:11:00.004-05:00

Oh my gosh, I just LOVE how these turned out! This little one always ends up being my website's opening image... since 10 months old and now at 21 months! SO CUTE!

Jessica Sky is 3!

2009-02-20T20:36:00.002-05:00

A most rambunctious and smiley little tater tot... what a treat!

Princess Nico wishes you a Happy Valentine's Day!

2009-02-20T19:05:00.003-05:00

Why oh why don't they make tutus in my size!??

Miss Mariel is Expecting!

2009-02-20T18:58:00.003-05:00

This lovely lady is so excited for her new arrival! Though we only had a few moments together, I am thrilled with these few pictures, she is so excited and it certainly shows!

Baby E is 2 weeks old, he is an ANGEL! (I might be biased, he's my godson!)

2009-02-01T21:55:00.003-05:00

I couldn't imagine a better afternoon than snuggling with this nuzzle nugget!

The MommyPass!

2009-02-01T21:49:00.003-05:00

I am proud to be a new vendor in a fantastic new venture, a lifesaver for Manhattan moms: The Mommy Pass!
It's a pre-vetted list of excellent resources for moms on the go, who don't have time to do their research when needing to find a good party venue, hairstylist or PHOTOGRAPHER! Be sure to check it out, you will be certain to breathe a sigh of relief.

Baby K is 3 months old now!

2009-02-01T21:43:00.003-05:00

I had a great time with this strapping young lad in his beautiful sunny apartment this weekend, he has grown so much since his 2-week portrait!

Arizona, Part 2: Textures...

2009-01-24T19:22:00.001-05:00

I just can't get enough of these painterly details, I encountered them everywhere!

ARIZONA!

2009-01-21T22:54:00.005-05:00

As it turns out, the Southwest is rather stunning! I had a great time in Arizona last week, visiting both Phoenix and Sedona. The highlight was definitely the "Chihuly" exhibit at the Phoenix Botanical Gardens, a glass-amongst-the-desert exhibit that paired insanely beautiful glass sculptures that meandered along through the cacti... breathtaking. Here's a few!

Good 'ol PHO103... whaaat?

2009-01-21T22:28:00.002-05:00

An oldie but a goodie! I opened a box the other day and discovered this little fiber print of a fun and fabulous picture of the lovely Meredith Wilcke, taken in 2001 in photo school! It makes me long for springtime...(sigh!)

Ana's photo: Daily Candy Atlanta!!

2008-12-15T11:28:00.002-05:00

Hey, Cool! My picture is featured in a bit about Lisa Jordan Designs, the jewelry line I shot for this fall. Check it out! http://www.dailycandy.com/kids/atlanta/article/40592/A+Charmed+Life

The NEW WEBSITE is Live!!

2008-12-11T23:03:00.002-05:00

This is SO exciting. THANK YOU so much to everyone for your help and feedback, this was truly a group effort. I am very proud of the results! Be sure to tell your friends...

REVISTING LITTLE J!

2008-11-21T22:09:00.003-05:00

This little munchkin is much older now, but she is still one of the most inspirational little faces I have ever encountered. So spunky and full of life, she is coy, clever, and charismatic. I can't wait to see her again to get more of these expressions on film! BIG love to you and your sis, J!

Announcing LISA JORDAN DESIGNS.COM!

2008-11-10T21:38:00.004-05:00

I recently worked with a very talented jewelry designer on her new website!

I was astonished by the quality and beauty of the pieces from the beginning, and the best part was that we had so much fun working together! She kept me supplied with tons of handsome and adorable models to work with, not to mention the fun of playing with fabulous fine art jewelry.

See her work (featuring my work!) here: www.lisajordandesigns.com

BABY K is 2 Weeks Old!

2008-11-09T22:40:00.007-05:00

What a sweet face, this little one is already a heartbreaker. He was such a patient subject, too! We all couldn't resist his big kissable little lips.

FALL in McCARREN PARK

2008-11-08T20:19:00.005-05:00

This was such a fun day, we kicked through the leaves, explored the playground and met all kinds of nice other kids on the playground in McCarren park in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

THE BEACH IN THE FALL: sandy, windy and tons of fun!

2008-11-08T19:06:00.006-05:00

Hold on to your hats! I highly suggest beating the crowds by beachin' it in the fall season instead. We ran around to keep warm on a blustery day in the Hamptons, what a great idea!

AMANDA'S BABY SHOWER: Bin No. 220

2008-11-08T18:40:00.003-05:00

This was such a fun and chic party, the perfect way to celebrate Amanda's soon-to-be chic addition! And the location, the wine bar Bin no. 220 is ADORABLE, delicious, and right in the South Street Seaport.

Welcome to Ana's Blog!

2008-11-08T17:59:00.004-05:00

OH, hi! (That's for you, Mer)

So after much poking and prodding from beloved friends and clients, I'm finally jumping on the blog bandwagon! I'm so excited to share with you all my superfun photo shoots and all the touching, comical, unexpected, exciting and inspiring moments. Thank you to all my beautiful subjects!