FLEETING MOMENTS | PRECIOUS MEMORIES
I had a wonderful time during this newborn session from the moment I first walked into their condo. Instantly, I knew that this will be a fun photo session. Their daughter Gabriela is the sweetest and most adorable little girl. She was amazing during the entire shoot. Just a day earlier baby Gabriela had her first birthday party. Leftover balloons were a perfect prop for some of the shots. Enjoy!
FLEETING MOMENTS | PRECIOUS MEMORIES
There is nothing more satisfying in my business then photographing for friends or in this case cousins of a close friend of mine. On top of it, this session was a gift to them, a surprise, that I got to reveal in a phone call upon baby Juul's birth. I had a wonderful time during this in home newborn session in a lovely Ukranian Village neighborhood of Chicago. It was so great to meet everyone and enjoy a few hours we had together.
Most newborn photographers prefer their subject to be asleep. Not me! I really don't have a preference. I like to photograph babies as they truly are and this sweet girl was alert and engaged with the environment around her for most of the session. With her wide open eyes, she examined carefully what is going on. My camera clicking seemed to soothe her. Even at only two weeks old, she had a full array of expressions that I hope to have captured. Eventually, the sleep did win...at least for a few moments.
My favorite images is the one right below. I love how little Juul struck the pose by placing her tiny hand right under the chin. Cute as a button!
FLEETING MOMENTS | PRECIOUS MEMORIES
Another amazing newborn baby session and this time with the cutest and sleepiest baby yet. I had a wonderful time during this session and I can not be more happy with the result. We got so many sleepy shots and beautiful lifestyle portraits which also included a very patient golden retriever, Rockne.
I was slightly worried as I pulled up to my client's home. The day was cloudy and their condo was on the first floor of the building. As I walked in, it was quite dark but I saw a beautiful window in the front room and instantly knew I can work with it. The natural light was perfect, soft and had a wonderful glow. It was one of the easiest newborn sessions I ever had. Baby William slept through it all. I love the blue hat which baby William's mom knitted and the beautiful quilt which was also handmade. Items that hold meaning are always welcome. They make the session that much more special.
Honestly, it is difficult to pick out my favorite image from this session with so many beautiful pictures. However, one of the best images caught me by surprise. After the session concluded and I was walking to my car, I turned around and saw the family in the window. Rockne, the dog was there too. This was a wonderful moment. I pulled out my camera and captured it. It was a perfect ending to a perfect session.
Meet William, only six days new.
