Lorelei's 1 Year Baby Program Update

The Baby Program holds a special place in my heart, purely because I love photographing a baby’s first year. They grow so much in such a short time, and it’s one of my biggest regrets that I didn’t get proper photos of my own babies when they were this old. Fortunately, for this family, they will have these photos to cherish forever.

Documenting Lorelei's first-year milestones has been an incredible journey. She was already super loved before she came into the world, and it’s been so exciting to watch her grow into the big girl she is today!

To finish off her Baby Program sessions, the whole family came together to celebrate. Alison and Rick brought Lorelei and her three older siblings, Jewel, Aidan, and Micah. Alison’s mom Joan and her brother Michael were also able to join us!

We went to Riverside Park in Vero Beach, Florida. This spot is one of my favorites because it’s full of gorgeous murals and oaks with romantic Spanish moss. However, because it was so sunny out, we opted to stay at the gazebo, which had enough shade.

Even though we had this session during the worst time of day, this spot was the perfect backdrop for capturing beautiful moments without the worry of harsh lighting. You’d never know that we struggled with lighting! Each and every photo in this gallery is a treasure.

We first took some adorable portraits of Baby Lorelei, and then the whole family came together for some group photos. Everyone was so happy to celebrate her! What made this session particularly special was that Alison brought her father’s picture in a frame so that he could be a part of the photos, too. This touching tribute was such a heartfelt moment for Joan.

As a photographer, these raw, emotional moments are what makes this profession so deeply rewarding. While bidding farewell to a milestone series is always accompanied by a tinge of sadness, it's also the beginning of a special project that I always complete at the end of the Baby Program—the creation of the Baby Book.

The Baby Book is a high-quality photo book that I curate for you from all of the best images from your baby’s first year. It’s always a highlight, and I know that Lorelei’s is going to be amazing!

While this might mark the end of Lorelei's Baby Program sessions, it's by no means the end of our journey together. I eagerly anticipate more opportunities to capture the beauty and growth of this incredible family in the future. Thanks so much for choosing me as your photographer!

Tilly's One Year Baby Program Update at McKee Botanical Gardens

Capturing precious moments with Baby Tilly at McKee Botanical Gardens was an absolute joy. This one-year-old newborn photography session was made even more special by the fact that it was our last installment of Tilly’s Baby Program.

It’s so bittersweet to see her Baby Program gallery come to an end, but I know we’ll have many more sessions in the future. I can’t wait to watch her grow up!

As repeat clients, I have had the pleasure of capturing so many precious milestones for this family, from mini sessions to a year in the life documentation. Erin, a dedicated stay-at-home mom, and Alekos, a pilot, have entrusted me with documenting their growing family, and I am so grateful for their continued support.

During Tilly’s One Year Baby Program session, we witnessed Tilly's adorable personality shine through. Although she hadn't started walking just yet, but we captured numerous moments of her crawling and standing without help. It’s amazing how big she’s gotten!

Tilly was so curious about the world around her. I feel like there’s so many everyday things that we take for granted, and it was so precious seeing Tilly discover those normal things of beauty that we would typically just look over.

Ace and Calix, Tilly's amazing big brothers, added an extra layer of love and excitement to the session. They had such a cheerful demeanor and adoration for their baby sister! We were able to capture candid moments of their interactions, showcasing the strong bond between these siblings.

We also made sure to get updated portraits of everyone! From Mom and Dad to the boys, everyone had a chance to be in the spotlight.

The family’s flexibility with scheduling was key to ensuring a smooth and stress-free session. The Botanical Gardens is open in the late mornings and closes in the afternoon, so we worked together to find a time that would work for both of us.

During these opening hours, the light isn’t the greatest, but we managed to create stunning images despite this complication. I know this location like the back of my hand, so I knew just the spots to take them to achieve that light and airy look. Since this family loves the outdoors, this was the location perfect.

So now, we close the chapter of Tilly’s first year. I can’t believe how grown up she is! Tilly, you’re a little star. Keep shining!

Baby Ellie’s Pink Dress Mini Session

Last week, I shared photos from Baby Ellie’s One Year Milestone that turned out SO CUTE! This time, I wanted to highlight a mini session that Ellie’s mom Alex added to her Baby Program featuring a very special pink dress.

This dress is a hand-me-down from Ellie’s two big sisters, Kaylie and Emilie! Both daughters wore it when they were little, so it was super important for Alex to get some photos of Baby Ellie in it too!

I get so excited thinking of all three daughters in a row on their wall, each wearing this dress in turn. It’s such a cute idea!

As I mentioned before, this mini session was an add-on to Baby Ellie’s Baby Program. One reason why I love the Baby Program is that we can customize your program to meet your needs.

If the normal milestones aren’t quite enough, I offer options for mini session ad-ons like a maternity session or some with a special dress like this one!

This time, we went to a small local ranch with horses and chickens. It was such a cute spot! There were so many rustic backdrops, from an old horse trailer to a wooden fence. Ellie loved it!

Happy as ever, she ran around barefoot, interacting with the grass and animals. We kept her smiling and entertained with clapping games and a little bit of peek-a-boo.

Ellie is still discovering so many different things in the world around her. It was so much fun watching her as she tried to figure out what the different animals were.

We also made sure to get some awesome shots of mommy and baby together! Alex and Ellie are such a gorgeous pair as they posed in front of some bamboo.

Congratulations on your one year, Ellie! Even though our Baby Program is over, I know that this won’t be the last time we meet! I can’t wait to see you again and add more adorable photos to your gallery.