You may recall, that back in October of last year, I was awarded with a Certificate of Mastery in Newborn Photography. Well, I have some exciting news… I’ve done it again! I am proud to announce that I have also been certified as a Master Family Photographer! This certification is awarded once a year to […]

Some little angels are born amazing sleepers, but that is not usually the case for most newborns. The parents I work with here in Jacksonville, FL often wonder how I am able to keep their new baby asleep and content while transitioning from one squishy pose to the next. While many of my newborn clients […]

You’ve scoured Instagram feeds and the rest of the internet to find the most beautiful newborn portraits. You’ve already created a Pinterest board full of all of your favorite inspo images. You know if you prefer lavish props or more simple and classic photos; if you want bonnets or headbands, neutrals only or pops of […]

Being a mom does not magically make the photos I take look any better than other photographers who are not parents. It does not enhance my ability to understand my camera or manipulate light to produce beautiful images. Nor is it the special sauce that allows me to handle and pose newborns safely during my […]

It is not uncommon to find that expectant new parents are a bit shocked when they realize that a studio style newborn session can last as long as 4 hours. I certainly get the surprise and confusion. After all, family and maternity photoshoots are easily done within an hour, so why on Earth do newborn […]

I have some exciting news… I am proud to announce that I have just been certified as a Master Newborn Photographer! This certification is awarded once a year to only a handful of NAPCP (the National Association of Professional Child Photographers) members who “demonstrate their excellence in the craft of professional newborn photography.” To earn […]

You’ve booked your family photo session, chosen a gorgeous location, and have perfectly coordinated outfits ready to go… if you’re like most moms, you’re now crossing all of your fingers and toes, hoping and praying that your kiddos cooperate, so that your photographer can capture beautiful images of your family. As an experienced family photographer […]

Whether you’re looking for a newborn photographer, a family photographer, or trying to schedule a maternity photo session, the options can feel endless. If you take a closer look, however, you will find that each photographer has a different style. Some prefer a light and airy look, while others go for the dark and moody […]

More than the adorable bonnets, the dainty headbands, or the buckets and baskets… these portraits are by far my MOST REQUESTED image for newborn photo sessions! And with very good reason! These “Baby Mug Shots,” as they are lovingly called, capture so many of the adorable, sweet, serious, and sometimes funny expressions that are so […]

As much as I wish that every family had the luxury of working with a professional newborn photographer, I know that it isn’t always in the cards for everyone. So today, I am going to give you a handful of incredibly simple tips that yield big results when taking photos of your own baby. Don’t […]