This is ONE cool dude. I was so excited to meet Eli and his family for this gnarly session at North Park. From the straight brim hat to the micro Vans, this guy was decked out in skater style, ending his session in the cutest checkered suspenders for his cake smash. He was so squishy and adorable!
Happy 1st Birthday, Eli!
This boy has stolen my heart!
Sawyer and his big sisters hung out with me on the hottest day of the year for his First Birthday Session, but it was his sweet giggles that truly had me melting . These little mommies were so very attentive to their baby brother, and helped me to get his attention and make him laugh.
Between the laughter, love, and smiles, Sawyer blew lots of raspberries, and played with his tootsies. It has been an honor to capture him for this exciting milestone. Happy Birthday, Sweet Boy! God bless you!
It has been my pleasure to capture sweet baby Nelle from bump to baby to big girl! She is a real joy to photograph! For her First Birthday session, we explored her family’s beautiful backyard, which also happens to be the location of her mom’s maternity photos exactly one year prior. On the day of the maternity session, the property was covered with purple wildflowers, which we incorporated into the session, so of course, we had to do the same for the first birthday.
In addition to the flowers, we also did a cake smash, featuring the pearls of Nelle’s great-great-grandmother, her namesake, and also a strawberry milk bath! It’s strawberry season, and felt so appropriate for this little country girl.
Happy 1st Birthday to this lil’ strawberry shortcake!
It was a joy to work with Elliana and her mommy for her first birthday session! I loved the daisy theme they carried out, as well as the milk bath! Milk baths are a super fun way to photograph a baby for their first birthday. A small amount of milk combined with lukewarm water creates a dreamy, opaque background to really highlight baby’s features. It also gives us a chance to add some fun, little floatable props like flowers, leaves, or pinecones to the mix. Lastly, it bounces light onto baby’s face to get some really angelic shots, which was easy to accomplish with this one as Ellie was all smiles!
Happy 1st Birthday, Sweetheart!
Walker is almost ONE!
This darling boy is my first outdoor session of 2023! It feels so good to be outside again, and the night of Walker’s session brought spring-like temps and warm, golden sunlight. The winter was long and slow for me this year, but sessions are finally booking up as the days grow longer. Photographing Walker and his mama was a great way to kick things off. For this session, they opted for all neutral colors, and rustic overalls, as his first birthday party is a farm themed “Holy Cow! Walker’s One!”. So fun!
I hope you have the best birthday party, Sweetheart! It was a pleasure meeting you!
I’ve had the pleasure of photographing William over the past year, as his family purchased the First Year Special package, which includes 3 sessions (newborn, baby, and first birthday) for the price of 2! Being that he’s a winter birthday, we captured his session in the comfort and warmth of his own home. We also included some family pictures, as my sessions are always customizable to whatever the client would like!
Thank you for allowing me to share in your first year, sweet William! Happy Birthday!
Little Miss Lexi was positively glowing for her First Birthday Session in Cranberry Woods. This sweet fashionista started the session with some family shots, and then changed into her flower crown for a few on her own. Although she was feeling most comfortable in Mommy’s arms, we still got some great smiley shots. What is more beautiful than a child loving on their parents? That smile certainly says it all.
The Force is strong with this ONE.
I adore a good theme, and bonus points if Mommy and Daddy bring props! Atticus’ parents are big fans of Star Wars, as are their little guys, so bringing along some of their favorite toys was an easy way to enhance the photos, as well as keep Atticus engaged. In addition to this, his SUPER TALENTED mom made these costumes especially for the session. The most amazing part? They’re no-sew! She fashioned these masterpieces using only hot glue. Amazing!
Happy 1st Birthday, Atticus!
It was wonderful to spend a warm June evening with Hadley and her family. She looked so adorable frolicking in the golden sunlight, chasing bubbles, and collecting rocks and pinecones. This little sweetie loves nature, and it was fun to catch her in her element. I was fortunate to document her life from newborn to first birthday, and it was a joy to watch her grow.
Happy 1st Birthday, Hadley!
Oh Franco! I just loved meeting you! This lil man was so sweet for his 1st birthday pictures. I’m a big fan of baby boys wearing classic looks, and Franco looked precious in his seersucker and knee socks! I wish him all the kisses, hugs, and happiness as he turns one - it’ll be an exciting year for this big-brother-to-be!
This First Birthday Session rounds out a full year of capturing Ellie! Her family purchased the First Year Special, as they also did for their oldest daughter, and received three sessions; newborn, baby, and birthday, for the price of two! I’ve truly enjoyed working with the W family for the past 3 years. They have the sweetest daughters, and such a well-behaved dog! Ellie made us work hard for her smiles, but once we got them, it was so worth it! Check out that little bottom tooth!
Happy 1st Birthday, Sweet Girl!
It feels so good to be shooting outside again! We had a beautiful evening for Omar’s First Birthday Session featuring some family pictures, as well. Omar could not have been any cuter, and his big brother too! I love a set of adorable brothers. They absolutely nailed their session, and were a great start to the spring photography season!
I’ve been lucky to photograph this sweet lil’ leprechaun over the past year. Enzo always brings the smiles at his sessions, and his First Birthday session was no exception. He was so cute and happy, and truly enjoyed his smash cake at the end - smashing it with both his hands and tootsies! Even big brother got in on the fun!
Look at those cute little chompers! I can’t believe this little man is one! I’ve enjoyed photographing him over the past year. For Holden’s First Birthday Session, we focused on some simple baby boy favorites; like his train, balloons, and his sweet backwards hat. Tiny details that are true to his personality, and perfectly commemorate this time in his childhood. You don’t necessarily need a lot of decorations and props to have adorable birthday pictures.
Caleb was such a little trooper for his first birthday session. It was freezing, but after warming up with a little taste of cake, he was a happy guy! I have enjoyed watching him and his family grow!
I first met Mabel when she was still in her mommy’s tummy. Over the past year of photographing her, she has become one of my favorite subjects! She ALWAYS brings the smiles, has the best outfits, and the most beautiful blue eyes. As the kids say, she understood the assignment. Happy 1st Birthday, Miss Mabel!
Lochlan was adorable for his 1st Birthday session in his beautiful backyard! Years ago, I photographed Lochlan’s brother in the same spot, so we were trying to recreate some of the same images, but being he is an October baby, we incorporated some pumpkins for this lil’ pumpkin too. I just love the way his red hair and blue eyes pop against the greenery of the natural background. And there is nothing cuter than a shirtless baby boy in suspenders!
Ellie was the apple of her family’s eye for her First Birthday Session at Soergel’s Orchards! We held off on doing Ellie’s session until the sunflowers were in bloom in early September, and we were so glad we did! It was a beautiful day, and we even walked over to the neighboring orchard for some photos among the apple trees.
It’s been a pleasure watching this pumpkin grow! Palmer’s family purchased the First Year Special package, so I had the opportunity to photograph her at her newborn, baby, and one-year-old stages! As a newborn, she was photographed with her family in her home, her baby session was done outdoors at a park since it was early summer, and now at one, her family opted for a more staged look, complete with a cake! I love providing this service to my clients. Not only does it give them a deal with three sessions for the price of two, but I really get to know them and their baby!
One of the frequently asked questions I receive is, “can we get a few family shots during our baby’s first birthday session?” The answer is always, YES! It is always my goal to provide the client with the photos they want. The only thing that sets a birthday session apart is, the client will be offered a (optional) smash cake and balloons provided by me. Otherwise, the session can be family and baby, or just baby.
That being said, it was so fun to capture both Baby Carson and his family during his First Birthday Session. These boys are so cute, and their family always comes to their sessions in such beautifully coordinated looks - I absolutely loved Mom’s dress! Carson was a doll, and opted to have his cake (and eat it too) for his session.
Happy 1st Birthday, Buddy!
