Arrival and SetupWhen the twins and their parents arrive at the studio or designated location, the first step is to create a warm and inviting environment. Your studio should have comfortable seating for the babies parents where they can relax during the photo session.  At my studio I have a couch and 2 chairs in a separate room which is open to the shooting space.  Many newborn parents take this opportunity to stretch out and have a much needed nap or catch up on social media or their e-mails.  Preparation and SafetyBefore starting the session, it's essential to check all props, blankets, and equipment to ensure they are clean and safe for handling newborns. The ...

Look who came back! As Visalia's premier newborn photographer I love when our newborn clients return to celebrate their baby's first birthday with us.  It's always fun to see how much they've grown and what milestones they've made. When Miss Felicity visited for her portrait session she was crawling and standing assisted as captured in the candid photo of her holding onto mama's hands. You may think you only want a cake smash, however I always recommend taking a few classic photos focusing on your baby to capture their personality and facial expressions without the distraction of a cake.  If you'd like to add a cake at the end of your session it is best that parents provide ...

As Central Valley's Premier Newborn Photographer it is always an honor to include extended family who travel from out of the country to welcome their newest family member.  During this session we captured portraits with Sanjai's parents, big sister and grandparents.  These moments happen once in a lifetime and are worth the time and investment required to create beautiful keepsakes and preserve your family's history. And yes, we can ship your portrait artwork overseas!   

Welcome baby Parker!  Many of my client's are first time parents who want to capture the deep love and bond they feel with their baby and with their partner.  Baby Parker loved being held in his Mommy and Daddy's arms while he slept peacefully which gave me an opportunity to capture many individual and family portraits.  Your first professional family portrait is one that you will have and cherish for a lifetime.  I know this first hand, because my first family portrait has moved with us to 5 different homes and with each move, it is the first piece of art I hang and display in a special place where I can see it everyday.  Time passes faster than you can imagine and ...