Homehttp://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/en-US2010-07-30T06:58:37ZSquarespace Site Server v5.11.5 (http://www.squarespace.com/)Baby Jade | Newborn Photography, Jacksonville NChttp://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/2010/7/29/baby-jade-newborn-photography-jacksonville-nc.htmlMelissa Tsao2010-07-30T01:16:17ZChapel Hill NC photographer family newbornsJeness, Jade's mommy, and I went to high school together. Since she is 3 years younger, we didn't share any classes together except art class. I secretly wanted us to be the same age so we could have more classes together. But I guess being the older, wiser one does have its advantages :) Jeness has such an explosive personality and is so much fun to be around. I am so glad we met when we did and have continued to keep in touch.

Jake and Jeness, I feel so honored that you trusted me with your engagement photos and now with photos of your precious angel. I felt so much love being in your home. Jayden is so blessed to have you guys as parents. Congrats!

Jade's grandma brought this wonderful basket. It made such a great prop.

Since there wasn't a whole lot of natural inside light, we ended up doing the whole session outside. Were we hot and sweaty? You better believe it. Were we miserable? Absolutely. Was it worth it? I think so!

**Newborn pricing is set to go up starting August 5th. Please book an appointment before then to get the current rate. Also it is best to photograph newborns when they are 14 days or younger. Older newborns are harder to work with and tend to sleep less.

]]>Digital Collections {Now Available}http://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/2010/7/21/digital-collections-now-available.htmlMelissa Tsao2010-07-21T19:23:50ZupdatesI have had several clients wanting to purchase just the high resolution images. That Collection is now available. Click here for pricing and learn more here. With the images, you will receive a custom case to protect your images.

]]>Dentist | Headshot Photography, Raleigh NChttp://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/2010/7/7/dentist-headshot-photography-raleigh-nc.htmlMelissa Tsao2010-07-08T00:24:05ZUmstead Park family headshots kidsAwhile ago, Dani contacted me with some very exciting news. She is getting ready to open up her own dentistry practice in the Brier Creek area. UNC would be so proud! Needless to say, she was in need of some headshots for marketing and also wanted some shots of her boys. It was so great to see the boys again! It has been about 6 months since I last photographed baby Jackson and big brother Lucas.

Congrats Dani! I wish you all the best!

Here is a fun slow-motion shot of Jackson falling. He does it with such grace.

Jackson, as a newborn, taken last year.

]]>Beautiful People | Headshot Photography, Jacksonville NChttp://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/2010/7/1/beautiful-people-headshot-photography-jacksonville-nc.htmlMelissa Tsao2010-07-01T23:18:24ZChapel Hill NC photographer headshots kids teensMy niece, who is a cosmetologist, has an amazing gift for doing hair and makeup, among other things. It has been so awesome to watch Kristina blossom into this talented artist. I am so proud of her! Last month, she told me she needed headshots of her work for her portfolio/website. I hope all that hard work will bring her much success and more clients than she knows what to do with.

These are her real clients, by the way. Although they look like professional models, they aren't. But could be! Here are some of my favorites. I couldn't have been more happy with the results.

If you are in the Jacksonville, NC area, book an appointment with Kristina. She'll hook you up with a nice do.

]]>20 Fingers + 20 Toes | Newborn Twin Photography, Chapel Hill NChttp://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/2010/6/24/20-fingers-20-toes-newborn-twin-photography-chapel-hill-nc.htmlMelissa Tsao2010-06-25T00:15:50Znewborns twinsI must admit I was really nervous when Mom ask me to photograph her twin girls. They were several weeks old, which is older than I like to photograph. But they were just as sweet, curly and sleepy. Our session could not have been more perfect! Meet Miss Elliott and Miss Charlotte at 23 days. I am so glad these girls have each other.

Elliott is 11 minutes older than her sister.

Charlotte loves to stick out that tongue.

This shot was one of the most challenging. You wouldn't know it, but they were both crying in sync. While Mom was calming one, I was calming the other.

Congrats on those sweet, little angels! They are so loved!

]]>Four Years | Asheville NC photographyhttp://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/2010/6/14/four-years-asheville-nc-photography.htmlMelissa Tsao2010-06-15T02:10:07Zcouples personalMy husband and I just celebrated our 4 year wedding anniversary. We took a romantic trip to Asheville, NC. It was such a nice getaway for the both of us. We didn't have anything planned so it was just a nice, relaxing weekend. We enjoyed the weather, each other, and the amazing view.

Doug, let us never forget how good God is. He has blessed our marriage so much and gotten us through our highs and our lows! I can't wait for year number 5. Happy Anniversary, I love you!

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]]>Brothers | Family Photography, Carrboro NChttp://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/2010/5/20/brothers-family-photography-carrboro-nc.htmlMelissa Tsao2010-05-20T15:22:00ZSouthern Rail couples family kidsThese boys drove 3 hours to come and see me. Well, they didn't drive; their parents did. While I have photographed them before, this time I felt like we made a connection midway through. What a joy it is to have a child hug and love on you during their session! Here are the precious brothers, Ian, Timmy and Noah and their wonderful parents.

Mom and Dad, thanks for making that drive and for treating me to icecream afterwards. I need to visit your boys more often.

]]>Melissa+Justin | Engagement Photography, Durham NChttp://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/2010/5/14/melissajustin-engagement-photography-durham-nc.htmlMelissa Tsao2010-05-14T18:57:42ZDuke Gardens couples engagementMelissa and I go way back. We met on the campus of ECU. Quickly, we realized that we shared the same first name and lived in the same dorm. We became instant friends and bonded quickly. She was just what I needed at that time in my life. I am so blessed to have her in my life. And I know Justin is too. Melissa is one of the most humble and sweetest people you will meet. And Justin is such a gentleman that loves his lady. And he's quite the comedian. Here is the beautiful couple.

Melissa and Justin, I am so glad God brought you two together. It will be so awesome to see you guys continue to build His kingdom as a married couple. Can't wait for your wedding. Love you both and wish you all the best!

]]>Happy Mother's Day | Jacksonville NChttp://www.melissatsaoblog.com/home/2010/5/10/happy-mothers-day-jacksonville-nc.htmlMelissa Tsao2010-05-11T01:27:24ZpersonalI love you Mom! You are such a beautiful person both inside and out.

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