Baby Henry didn’t sleep during his newborn session. Not even a little bit. And you know what? His photos turned out absolutely amazing. Here’s why: my approach to newborn photography doesn’t depend on whether baby is asleep or awake. That’s the beauty of unposed, family-centered sessions – we work with whatever baby gives us, and […]
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It’s not very often I get contacted by people from out of state, so when Katherine’s inquiry came through, you can imagine my surprise. As I read through her message, the story began to unfold: she and Patrick were getting ready to move to Cedar Rapids for work, and they wanted to schedule a newborn […]
Sometimes the most beautiful sessions aren’t just about capturing pregnancy – they’re about celebrating the friendships that make life’s biggest moments even more meaningful. Recently, I had the absolute joy of photographing two best friends who were pregnant at the same time, and their maternity session with friends was everything you’d hope it would be […]
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This adorable family of five came into my studio for their newborn session when their baby was about 2 months old – and it was absolutely perfect! I know you’ll read online that newborn photos need to happen in the first 7-10 days, but here’s what I’ve learned after years of photographing babies: it’s never […]
“Why get maternity photos when we’re already planning newborn pictures?” This question comes up more often than you might think. Many expecting parents assume that newborn photos will capture everything they need to remember about welcoming their baby. But after photographing families through both milestones for years, I can tell you that each session tells […]
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This precious little girl came into my studio at just one week old with her first-time parents – and she had the sweetest smiles for us throughout the entire session! I know everyone says newborn smiles are “just gas,” but I’m convinced this little one was already showing off her personality. Every time we’d get […]
This beautiful mama came into my studio for her maternity session expecting her first baby, and she was absolutely glowing from the moment she walked in! She chose a gorgeous dress from my wardrobe collection that flowed beautifully and photographed perfectly in the natural light of my studio. There’s something so special about watching an […]
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When Jaden called me about scheduling a newborn session, her biggest concern wasn’t about poses or props—it was about whether we could include Nia, a mini American Shepherd, who had been with her for seven years. “I can’t imagine our family photos without her,” she told me. A few weeks later, we captured some of […]
There’s something magical about watching a toddler discover their role as big sister during a newborn session. This sweet 2-year-old arrived clinging to mom’s leg, unsure about this whole new situation. But within minutes of noticing the toys I keep in the studio, her curiosity took over. I never ask toddlers to “smile and look […]
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Some sessions are unforgettable not just because of the images we create, but because of the perfect timing that makes them extra special. Hailey reached out after hearing about my studio model call from a previous client (referrals truly are the greatest compliment!). I was looking for a few amazing couples to help me test […]