This little peanut is celebrating her half birthday just in time for Christmas! Her mommy and daddy wanted to include the holiday in her session, since the milestone coincides with the most wonderful time of the year. It was a cold and gloomy day, and our original plan to shoot at the Cranberry Schoolhouse wasn’t quite as appealing, so we ducked inside to take a few tummy pictures around the Christmas tree at the municipal center. We still got our outdoor pictures, but Baby Nelle was much more comfortable inside, and the festive background worked out perfectly!
The B Family/Ariana is Six Months! - Family and Baby Milestone Session
I have been photographing this beautiful family since they started their journey as parents over three years ago. I was thrilled when they contacted me to say…Surprise! We now have a baby girl! Ariana is simply adorable, and it was so fun to photograph her in her gorgeous outfit, complete with the sweetest rolls! The B Family requested that we do a family session, and also focus more on Ariana to mark her six month milestone. I was happy to oblige them, as a family portrait session can be whatever the client wants. If you’d like to focus in on a certain family member, or have more candid shots versus more posed…just ask!
Nelle Violette - Newborn Session
What a pleasure to meet sweet Nelle after photographing her parents for their maternity session in May. They did not know what they were having, so the anticipation of Nelle’s arrival had an extra surprise in store. For their sweet baby girls session, we started with lifestyle shots in the nursery, and then moved on to a few posed. Nelle gave a mix of awake and sleepy looks for her newborn images. Both are equally lovely on her! I love her traditional name, with Nelle being inspired by her mamas great-grandmother Nellie. Also, the middle name Violette seemed so appropriate with our maternity session taking on an unexpected purple theme with the many wildflowers that were blooming that day. Because of this, Antique Purple seemed to be the obvious choice for her wraps. I can’t wait to continue to watch Baby Nelle bloom as she grows!
Hadley is One! - First Birthday Session
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!
Ellie is One! - First Birthday Session
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!
Ellie is Six Months - Baby Session
Ellie was a fashionista for her baby session, with a few holiday shots thrown in! She was so sweet, and reminded me of her sister who I photographed at the same age. We even did the same shot in the Santa bag that we did with her big sis.
Mabel is One! - First Birthday Session
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!
Palmer is One! - First Birthday Session
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!
Ellie Jane - Newborn Session
Ellie Jane was just like her sister for her newborn session; an absolute angel! She never fussed, and simply smiled and slept at 10 days new. Like her sister, who I photographed almost exactly two years ago, Ellie has a middle name that honors her Great-Grandmother on her dad’s side of the family, Jane. Her big sis has Jean as a middle name to honor her maternal Great-Grandmother. I love hearing the story behind name choices!
Palmer - Baby Session
Sweet Palmer was a perfect angel for her baby milestone session, which was done around the 9 month mark. Her family decided to wait until the weather was nice so the session could be done outdoors, and we were so glad because it was a perfect day! Comfortable temps, low wind, and a partly sunny sky. Big sister Kinsley got to jump in a few shots, as well.
Mabel - Baby Session
Mabel was the perfect subject for her session marking her 9 months. She smiled, giggled, and lit up my lens with her gorgeous blue eyes. I had so much fun with her that afternoon in the park. Thank you for your sweetness, Miss Mabel!
Eleanor Joelle - Newborn Session
I always love to revisit past clients when they have their next baby. Not only do I get to see the new addition, but I also get to see how the big sister or brother has grown. I first met the W Family when I photographed their oldest daughter Veronica two years ago. I was delighted to be invited back to capture their new sweet girl, Eleanor Joelle. “Ellie,” as they will be calling her, was a dream baby, who cooperated for her session. Also a cooperative subject, was big “brother” Bash. When I photographed Veronica, Bash accidentally photobombed a sweet picture where I was peering over Mommy and Daddy’s shoulders to get a shot of the baby. It turned out to be one of my favorite newborn pictures ever, so we just had to recreate it for Ellie. Bash was happy to oblige us, and sat perfectly for the shot.
Sage Elizabeth - Newborn Session
When I found out I’d be photographing a little angel named Sage, I just knew I had to do some earthy tones. Sage was styled in a sage green wrap, with greenery strewn in the background, then transitioned over to a few other looks to reflect her dad’s hobbies of hunting and fishing, and oh deer, was she adorable!
Palmer Avery - Newborn Session
Sweet Baby Palmer melted my heart with her smiles, as did big sister Kinsley. She was a natural with her new baby sissy. This session had all the dreamy pastels and tender moments. I can’t wait to watch Palmer grow this year as I document her milestones.
Mabel Irene - Newborn Session
I first met this sweet family just a month ago for their maternity family session. They didn’t know what they were having, but they did know that the baby was to come any day. I waited to hear news, expecting it within the next week or two, but instead I didn’t hear from them for a little while. As it turns out, little Miss Mabel was overdue, which is often uncommon when the child is not the first in the family. She came when she was good and ready, and I was relieved to hear that she came into the world safe and healthy.
Her name is one you don’t hear often. It’s a nod to relatives on both sides of the family, and perfectly vintage. I love the old-fashioned names that are coming back in style! Little Mabel is so loved by her parents and big brother Sam. I can’t wait to see her again in six short months!