No dark sky , rainstorm or furious wind could stop the Baker family's fun. They love life, to discover the world and its wonders, to cultivate fresh vegetables and herbs, to enjoy a good bottle of wine and live, love and laugh.
As Abraham Lincold siad: "And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years". I'm quote-inspired today :-)
It was a pleasure meeting Felipe, Rahab and Iyass: a beautiful woman, a kind man and a fun kid. The world is a better place thanks to people like them: they dedicate their lives to cure and help kids, from the tiny little baby to the boy or girl with special needs.
A few hours on the beach?!? So deserved!
From Kahlen imaginary diary: "Hi, my name is Kahlen and I'm 5 years old. The first and second time Ileana took my pictures I was still in my mommy's belly. When I was very, very small we met again and I remember her smiling every time my big glue eyes looked at her camera. Life plans change unexpectedly so we had to leave the Turks and Caicos Islands and head home to the UK. Luckily vacation's time exists and, 4 years after our departure, we crossed the ocean to see our friends in Provo and have fun! Ileana spent an afternoon with us: we took a lot of pictures, played games, eat fresh croissants, got all wet and laugh, laugh, laugh. Maybe if my brother Cohen and I are very, very good, mom and dad will take us to the island again...".
One of the things I LOVE about being a wedding photographer is getting involved in the lives of my brides and grooms! Â Not much makes me happier than when I get a call from a past couple to ask me if I would photograph another unforgettable moment in their life. Â I met Hanh and Kevin when they first came to the Turks & Caicos Islands looking for the perfect location for their wedding... first it was the engagement shoot (2009), then the wedding (2010 - gorgeous!!!), followed by Tanner (2011) and now little Holden (2013). I truly feel part of the family !
I loved Dee's first excited email: "We live in Chicago and knowing the beauty of these islands first hand (my family is from the Turks and Caicos), I am looking to use this opportunity to take some  pictures to freeze these memories in time.  My excitement: I just got our airline tickets last night, so the reality of the trip is setting in for me and the kids (Dimi 17 and Sammy 12). I found you via facebook last night with help from my god daughter and took the time to like Attimi Photography and look through your galleries which I absolutely love... Truly we are interested in and open to any background that screams Provo!'.
Debbie opened the car door and 4 pairs of amazing eyes were staring at me... seriously, is was a cuteness overload which got better and better every passing minute. 6 kids can be a challenge but, lucky me, Cole, Max, Delilah, Lucas, Oliver and Georgia are the amazing reflexion of their wonderful parents.
Taking advantage of their friends' visit, Debbie planned the family portrait she dreamed of for years: Leeward Beach, sunset light, lollipops, a bottle of wine and a few beers... that's what I call great organisation!
A short flight from New York, a suitcase packed with summer clothes, a well deserved vacation, excitement, joy and family time  = Turks and Caicos, here we come!
It was a real pleasure meeting Nancy, Eric, Harris and Henry and take a few pictures in the gardens and the beach of the Somerset Resort. I loved the boys round cheeks and their cute, happy smiles - adorable!
The Morren are Turks and Caicos's habitues: their "home away from home" is the perfect place to relax, enjoy the caribbean sun, stroll on the beach and spend some quality time with the family. Jenna, Julia and Emily are growing fast and, to never forget those wonderful moments, grandma Marg scheduled a portrait session... the Easter 2013 will always be remembered.
My favorite moment? Showing the images on my iPad and see the emotional reaction on everyone's eyes - precious!
What a beautiful wedding! I'm proud to share Shelley and Bryce's entire album layout - in the era of technology and digital images, we tend to forget the amazing feeling to hold, open and feel a real book. Silk paper, a modern acrylic cover, a stunning box that treasure the first family heirloom. Hold on that feeling and look at the following images as double-spread pages of an unique coffee-table book.
The Venue: Grace Bay Club
Wedding coordinator: Ms Shameka Simmons
Bride's hair-do: Brigitte, Tangled Hair Salon
Bride and groom: GORGEOUS!!!
Eloise: 10 days old, tiny, adorable, beautiful and so sweet.
I've been looking forward to this session since I photographed Heather's bump in January. From a perfect mom (and dad!), the cutest little baby girl came to life. I could have cuddle her the all day!
