Inspire Me Baby is one of my favorite blogs that I follow. They always have great tips, fantastic ideas, and incredible inspiration. I found out Add to Heart was featured today, soooo exciting! I admire many of the photographers they have featured and am so honored to be on there. Check out the post HERE
It seems strange to do a post and not include a photo, so here is another of my favorites from that session, one where he was awake 
I ♥ newborns and since this week’s challenge is all about babies I thought I’d enter one from my last newborn session…she was simply sweet perfection! By being a maternity and newborn photographer, I’m able to help families celebrate this new life through photography. I get to share in their anticipation and excitement…and capture their belly and their baby exactly as they are…beautiful.
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Her squishy little cheeks and perfect pink lips were so adorable that I had to make sure to capture them just as they were at four days old. So new and so beautiful, she was just as easygoing as her parents so I have quite a few session favorites of this little one that I wanted to share.
She would have been pretty in pink…but I think she looks beautiful in black & white. Here’s a sneak peek of Baby A – and even though she was too interested in having her picture taken than sleeping, I did get a few of her in dreamland with more to share soon. Oh, and go Cornhuskers! 
Today I put up a canvas display featuring my maternity and newborn photography in a coffee shop. The canvas are quite photorealistic and I love the quality. I took a few quick shots before I left and wanted to share them here, because well, I’m just excited to see my “art” on the wall. The display will be up for a few weeks…long enough for my parents to check it out when they are in town from Arizona.
I wanted to share some more of my favorites from little P’s session. Oh how I love newborn sessions….soooo cute!
Newborns in the buff photograph the best as I’ll be able to capture all the delicate details of your litte one. By being bare it highlights their innocence and newness to the world. However I do make it a point to hide certain “areas” to keep every image tasteful and appropriate. Just remember to dress your baby in something loose fitting and easy to take off so that we won’t disturb their slumber right before the shoot. Also make sure you put the diaper on loose beforehand too to avoid any diaper marks. No need to worry about your little one being cold – if you adjust the room temperature to be at least 74 degrees combined with the heating pad I use, they will stay nice and warm. (A space heater is also helpful which I can bring if needed.)
I do bring along a few props, such as throws & blankets, containers, various hats (which are really fun for a few images) and other items to add some color and texture into your images – though who can resist the simplicity of newborn baby skin? I love to include personal items such as an important blanket or a sentimental toy of your own because it can make the photograph extra special to you and your family.
Now that we have your newborn figured out…on to you! In general, a plain black or neutral t-shirt or tank paired with dark denim jeans or black yoga pants are great for mom. A plain black t-shirt or long sleeve shirt with dark denim jeans are a good option for dad. Since we’ll likely be inside your house and it’s going to be nice and warm, bare feet works best. But if you plan on wearing socks, please make sure they are a similar color to your pants. If siblings will be included in a couple of the images, just remember to keep it simple…neutral colors keep the focus to the connection between those in the photograph.
If you have any questions, please put them in the comments or send me an email and I’ll post the answer here for everyone.
This 7-day old “little man” was a little tough guy when it came to falling asleep…but once he did, he was sound asleep for awhile…and such a sweetie. Can you believe his Mom went into labor not long after undergoing surgery for breaking her ankle?? Such a trooper! Eventually his Dad took a much needed nap from his Super Dad duties during the session. (Definitely a great time to catch up on a few Zzzz’s!) Little “P” you are such a perfect little boy and your parents (and family) adore you! I’ll share my session favorites as soon as the full gallery is up – until then, I hope you enjoy the sneak peek!
I just went to catch up on TAoPaN’s Image of the Day posts and saw that my images were selected yesterday and today too – how very cool! In case you were wondering, TAoPaN is a website, workshop, and magazine dedicated to the art of pregnancy and newborn. I especially love to photograph pregnancy and newborns because it is such a special time in a family’s life to welcome their little one into the world.
To celebrate this exciting accomplishment, I would like to offer $50.00 OFF any Maternity or Newborn Session booked before April 1st, 2010.
To book your session please email me for available dates and mention this special offer. (Discount applies toward standard session fee. Not valid with any other offer.)
