Mary McHenry Photography » Babies

Marin Family Photographer

Mary — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:39:01 +0000

Much love to you guys, Ken~Jane~Ben~Libby. Thank you so much for inviting me into your lives and sharing your stories for the past 4 years…
xoxo, Mary

Happy Valentines Day

Mary — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 02:08:15 +0000

Welcome to the world, little Gray.

6 years ago, we moved back to Oakland after 3 years in Miami and I brought a 5 month old baby (Will) with me. I had no friends with babies, all my childless friends were busy and I was so lonely. If you’ve ever felt like a lonely mamma, then you know where I am coming from. Sacha was like a gift sent to me from the God of Friendless Mothers and I will be forever grateful for finding her. Not only is Sacha a true gem but she introduced me to Megan and Kristen -and without those three, the early years of mothering would have been (and would continue to be) so dull.

I met little Gray last week and took a few photos. Those hazy, emotion-filled days just after having a baby are so surreal. I love the chance to take pictures during that time because before you know it, regular life sweeps in and pulls you back into the game.

Many congrats Sacha and Joel! I can’t wait to watch this little boy grow up.

xoxo Mary

Little Family ~ Berkeley Botanical Gardens

Mary — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:29:03 +0000

I am writing this post from Maine, in a little coastal town where I was born. I come back here every summer to see my family, hang out with friends, and basically laze around as much as possible. Take a look at last summer to get the vibe.

BUT! My wonderful clients would like to see their photos. So while I have access to the internet for about 30 minutes, here is a teaser for Aaron, Sonya and little Sofia! This was my last shoot before I left town, and it was such a great send-off.

Here is a shot inspired by one taken in 1978 of Aaron and his parents. It was a cool idea to try and mimic the look and feel of an image that is clearly so dear to him:

And the rest…

Enjoy! xoxo Mary

Jane, Ken, Libby and Ben – Piedmont Portrait Session

Mary — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:22:26 +0000

I love these guys. I have been photographing this family for several years -from when Ben was in the belly and they were in the Bay Area visiting from Boston! Now when we see each other, we just hang out, chat, catch up on life, exchange kid stories and I have my camera with me. They are also as lovely on the inside as they are on the outside. (A most important phrase drilled into me by my mother.) Enjoy!

Little Sitara – El Cerrito Baby Photography

Mary — Fri, 20 May 2011 18:17:08 +0000

Here is a seriously cute baby to start off your weekend. Such a happy little thing.

Moraga Family Portrait Session

Mary — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 04:04:03 +0000

From last week -a lovely family and we found such a pretty spot on the edge of Moraga.

Leeds Family

Mary — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 22:44:46 +0000

When I was in Miami for Christmas, I took my sister-in-law’s family pictures. There is a spot near the grandparents house that gets the prettiest light around 5:30pm. We went there on Christmas Eve and just wandered around, them being their beautiful selves with their new baby Kylie. I was kind of freaking out about the light and setting -it is such a treat to be in a new environment. It felt very “old Florida” to me.

Brody is a master collector- he just discovered the little coral rocks and started a new collection…

Beautiful Belly -San Francisco Pregnancy Photography

Mary — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 18:02:54 +0000

Ready for a stunning woman-with-child? And the best part is, she is as lovely on the inside.

Welcome to San Francisco you two! Thank you for a beautiful morning and best of luck in the last couple weeks! xoxo Mary

The Anand Family – San Francisco Modern Portrait Photography

Mary — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 03:48:27 +0000

My last portrait session of 2010 ended on such a sweet note… We started at their beautiful loft in SOMA and then walked around the Ferry Building. This always proves to be my best flow -take photos hanging out at home and then heading out into fresh air. Thank you, you three, for such a happy afternoon.

Pellegrino Family – San Francisco Baby Photography

Mary — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:06:45 +0000

The Pellegrinos have a new baby! I was so happy to meet Sophia -I’ve been photographing her brother Dominic since he was around 5 months old, seeing these guys it is like checking in on old friends.