Why I love and treasure newborn photography.

I love babies. They are irresistibly cute and quite messy. They command full control of your life yet are helpless and fragile. They are our tomorrow. Their smiles make the toughest of us melt inside. They also change every day, and our memories fade each year.

I am a mom of three. My kids were growing up in the time of smartphones and digital cameras and I diligently took tons of pictures and lived my life happily. But at some point, we needed to replace home computer, and I went through old files and pictures. That night I realized that even though I had all those pictures, I didn’t really have them -- they were hiding in an old computer and I only discovered them by chance. Many of these pictures I had shared via email and on Facebook, which turned out to be even less discoverable than old folders. I suddenly was acutely aware that I wanted to see my kids all the time, reminding me of last summer, first day of school, first steps they took.

This realization set me on a mission: bring those memories into my house first, and than help other parents remember the warmth they once felt, make them smile every time when they glance at a familiar picture.

As all artists, I strive to make the world a little better. I feel humbled and honored to have parents’ trust and permission to create something that will stay with them for years and years to come, something that will decorate their homes, that will touch their hearts every time they see it.

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A Newborn Photography Session with Baby Riley and Her Big Sister Ariana.

A few months ago I shared a photo of the 9-day old baby Ella, a composite image created using a digital background by Luisa Dunn https://www.luisadunnphotographyshop.com/.

The original image is on the left, the composite is on the right.

Compositing is an old photographic technique of layering or blending two images into a single scene, often creating an illusion of a whimsical but technically impossible photograph. Composite photography goes back to the late 1800 and is widely used in newborn photography.

Some of my favorite backdrops come from Luisa Dunn, a well known newborn photographer and a fantastic artist. Incorporating her designs into my work allows me to keep my newborn models safe and comfortable while creating an enchanting scene.

Shortly after my post about baby Ella, I received a Facebook inquiry from a mom expecting her second baby. The mom fell in love with the colors in the photo and requested a similar setup. After baby Riley was born we scheduled a newborn photo session for both of her girls.





At the time of the photo session, Riley was 6 days old. Her big sister Ariana took an active part in the photo session, helping out with “her baby” wherever she could and being an all around amazing big sister.








The girls’ mom loved the results and left a glowing review about their newborn session on my Facebook page.

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Saina’s cake smash session

As a baby photographer, it’s always such a pleasure to meet a brand-new human and then watch her grow during the magical first year of her life. In baby Saina’s case, I got an early start: she made her first visit to my studio while still in the womb, for her parents’ maternity session!

I officially met little Saina at her newborn session. She was a wonderfully cooperative baby, sleeping the entire time and allowing me to capture many beautiful images of her. Her 6-month milestone session was even more fun - she had grown so much and enjoyed showing off her new skills in the studio!

Since we’d met several times during the first year of Saina’s life (not just at our sessions, but also at ordering appointments and product pickups), her mom and I had many opportunities to discuss and plan her perfect cake smash! Saina’s mom had a clear vision for this session - she asked for an ombre cake and peonies, light colors, and touches of gold.

Before the session, I pulled together some of my favorite props to bring these ideas to life. Pale pink balloons, a delicate birdcage repurposed as a vase, and a teepee embellished with lace all made an appearance. And, as requested, I brought plenty of peonies and a cake covered with swirls that shifted gradually from bright pink to the palest rose.

Of course, pretty props are just one part of a successful cake smash session - the most important component was the beautiful birthday girl! Princess Saina was an absolute dream throughout our shoot - cheerful, playful, and full of smiles.

We were able to fit 2 outfit changes and 3 setups into less than 1 hour. While all three resulted in gorgeous images (just look at the photos of Saina pensively tasting icing or perching on her throne below!), the birthday girl herself had a clear favorite - the bathtub. Playing with the balloons in the tub was the highlight of her session!

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Milestone Sessions: What They Are and Why You Should Book Them

Your baby will never change so much - or so quickly - as she does during the first year of her life. If you’d like a professional photographer to help capture these magical months, milestone sessions may be the perfect option.

Baby photographers generally schedule milestone sessions for 3-, 6-, and 9-month-old babies. I hold milestone sessions in my photography studio, where families have access to a wide variety of adorable props and outfits. I typically put together several different looks for each session. I also have unique flower bonnets and crowns for baby girls, which make for exceptional photos!

Like most baby photographers, I also welcome parents to choose their own outfits or include baby’s favorite toy. However, if you’d rather skip the planning, I’ve got you covered. The only thing I need you to bring to the photography studio is one (or more!) well-rested babies.


Here is some age-specific information on what you can expect from a professional photographer’s milestone sessions:

3 Months

3-month-olds have great head/neck control, love when people talk to them and have started smiling. However, these littlest babies have short attention spans and can quickly grow tired of your attention. Because of this, it’s important to choose a seasoned baby photographer who’ll work quickly to capture the tiny models at their best.
A 3-month milestone session is also great for families who didn’t have a chance to do professional newborn photos!

6 Months

At 6 months, most babies are learning how to sit. Some arrive at the photography studio already sitting independently! 6-month-olds also have longer attention spans, so this age is just perfect for a session with a professional photographer to document your baby’s new milestone!
For these sessions, I usually try to create at least 3 different looks for the baby. Family photos are another great option - I always encourage parents to participate to create family memories their child will cherish forever.

9 Months

The timing of this milestone session is perfect for babies who weren’t ready to sit at 6 months. It’s also great for those who just learned how to crawl - a huge milestone that opens up fun new posing options. 9-month-old babies have longer attention spans, love to clap, play peek-a-boo, and, for the most part, don’t fear strangers, making this age a favorite among baby photographers!

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