Brand New Baby Bennett

I had the unique pleasure of photographing a beautiful baby, born to one of my most favorite prop vendors!! Madeline of Maddie's Devine Designs (link at the bottom of post) came over last week for some images of her week old baby Bennett :) Maddie is the artist behind the majority of the hats and head bands that I use in the studio these days!  She brought so many of her fun and amazing hand made items to use on her little darling.  

It was so fun to hear about her birth experience and play with her tiny guy! Enjoy this sneak peek!! 

Visit Maddie's shop here: https://www.facebook.com/maddiesdivinedesigns/?timeline_context_item_type=intro_card_work&timeline_context_item_source=100000104478174&pnref=lhc

Newborn Photographer {Kalama, Woodland, Longview, Kelso, Castle Rock, Vancouver Washington Photography}

I've had the busiest year yet and have neglected to add anything recent to my blog but!  I've been busy; worked with lots of babies, kiddos and families! It's been wonderful and tiring but I wouldn't change a moment of it! So for now, here are a couple sweet shots of my last newborn from 2015!!

'O' Family Maternity Portraits {Kalama WA Photographer}

The amazing wonderment of pregnancy is one of my favorite seasons to capture. It's so wild to me that a woman's body can grow an entire human!! What a miracle!! This session had me tearing up while shooting it and again while going through these images. Not only because it was such a serene and peaceful evening, but also because I get to be 'Auntie' to this little one when he or she makes their appearance next month!! My sister is one of the most kind, tender, loving and passionate people on the planet and she married the most genuine and loving person whom is such a blessing as a Brother to me! I adored that they allowed me to drag them out to the middle of a river and just let me do my thing with them!  And since we were literally in the middle of a river, it only seemed appropriate to pay honor the salmon who had lost it's life and decayed to a skeleton right in our setting :)

Baby Boy {Longview, Kalama, Kelso, Ridgefield, Vancouver Newborn Photographer}

Beautiful brand new babies. They are by far my favorite subject to photograph. Here are a few images from this little man's newborn session. There were a boat load of pictures, but I'm holding back on oversharing his sweetness :) He is the son of a long time friend and it was a extra special blessing to photograph him and spend that special time with his parents. 

Newborn Miss A {Newborn Photography, Kalama, Vancouver, Woodland, Longview Photographer}

Beautiful brand new babies are beyond precious and always make my day when I have the honor of photographing them! Here is a little sneak peak of Miss A...brand new little addition to a family who I enjoy so much!! Enjoy this little doll baby!!

Newborn Baby B {Newborn Photography, Kalama, Longview, Kelso, Vancouver WA Photographer}

It's 2015. All to quickly it's another year, my children are that much older, my baby is almost 1. I could get all sappy here but I'll try not to...

I had a wonderful Christmas with my family, a fun and calm New Years and this week it was back to the studio and back to work for me. I had the most wonderful 1st session of the new year with this amazingly precious little dear. Little Ms. B was almost my birthday twin!!! Being a New Years Eve baby she and I were about 30 minutes away from sharing a birthday!! She had the best cheeks, and was such a love. She snuggled into my touch and in doing so, just melted my heart! I hope you enjoy this little peek at the 5 day old Birkley!!

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Caleb Newborn Perfection {Vancouver, Longview, Kalama, SW Washington Newborn Photographer}

A very special little man made his way into the studio last week. His Momma is best friends with my younger sister and I've known this sweet family for some time now. In fact, Caleb's big sister was a newborn in my studio just 3 years ago. When Caleb's Momma asked me to photograph him as a newborn, I was honored as he has a special and precious place in my heart. He was SUCH a love...just melting into my hands as I worked with him. And then he wanted to be awake and see what the fuss was all about :) He will probably never quite understand just how perfect he is. We spent some time with Caleb and then his big Sis joined us for the remainder of the session. Having turned 3 just days after Caleb's arrival, I didn't expect Kaytlin to be extremely excited about her brother, since toddlers can be a little unsure about new babies. But, I couldn't have been more wrong. She was extremely attentive, holding him, kissing him and smiling so big out of pride to have this sweet little Mister all to herself!

Caleb, his parents and family appreciate your prayers and positive thoughts as he will undergo surgery this coming January. Although the procedures he will endure have been perfected and will be completed by amazing surgeons, having a child go through the experience of surgery is never easy. Please pray for quick healing and a peaceful process for all involved! 

Adelle 3 Months Old {Longview, Kalama, Kelso, Vancouver Photographer}

I'm going to go ahead and gush about my precious baby niece here alright? Ok, here we go :)

I've said before that when I got married, I gained a family full of amazing people. One of those people is my husband's sister. She has been the most amazing Aunt to my children and when I found out I was pregnant with my 3rd baby and attempted to tell her, the look on her face was all I needed to know that she too, had just found out that she was expecting. Our due dates were 3 weeks apart. How perfect is that? Our babies ended up being born 29 days apart and we have enjoyed so much having them so close in age. Her sweet little Adelle is just the most darling little one. She is long and lean, perfectly dainty and such a girly girl already. I adore her so! We try to see each other every week and take a shot of the babies together so that we can watch them change and grow together.

So, here is a sneak peek of Ms Adelle's 3 month session. With a little of her Mommy and my guy in there as well :)

Dying over Adelle's face in the top image. Really?! Could you be any cuter?! Was it something I said?And my little chubby-wubby with his cousin!

Sisters - Family, Baby Photography {Kalama, Longview, Kelso, Vancouver Photographer}

Sweet little darlings. That is the only way to describe these little ones. I've been photographing this family for several years now and seeing these gorgeous girls together is so amazing...I just adore sisters and the beauty of that relationship. Watching this family grow has been so much fun and the most recent session with them was so exception. When Becca told me about the outfits she was bringing for the girls I knew right where I wanted to photograph them! They are just beautiful together! Enjoy!!

Maxwell Newborn {Newborn Photography}

 I have had a wave of baby boys in the studio recently. Many of them have been quite chubby but in this slew of big boys, came this little peanut :) Well, really, he is quite a average size but after handling a few 10 pounders, Maxwell felt like such a tiny guy!! He had such great hair, big feet and the sweetest little personality. And to make it even more fun, his Mom and I have known each other since 6th grade!! They drove over 2 hours with a brand new baby and a 2 year old for their session...so yes, this was a very special newborn for me!! World, meet Mr. Maxwell...I'm in love :)

So after working with Maxwell, his big bro came and joined the session. Most 2 year olds are a little less then enthusiastic to be in front of the camera...which is basically how Gavin felt at first. BUT as Mom and Dad were packing up to leave, this little guy literally asked for me to photograph him. I mean, really, what two year old ASKS to have his picture taken?! Normally toddlers are running the other way from me with my camera. Of course I obliged his request. I could just pinch him he is so precious!