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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Have you found yourself with a bit of sticker shock while researching experienced and qualified newborn photographers? That’s not uncommon, as most people are not familiar with the ins and outs of the photography business. Professional portraits are certainly an investment and here’s why… EXPENSES It costs money to be a legal business and I […]

For new and expectant parents, or for those who have never hired a newborn photographer before, it is only natural that you would have questions, concerns, and your own ideas about what these portrait experiences look like. As a seasoned newborn photographer in Jacksonville, Florida, parents often come to me to ask their questions and […]