Jaxson {Sneak Peek}

A glimpse at sweet baby Jaxson's New Year's Eve newborn session.  So precious!  Check back soon for more of Jaxson's newborn portraits!

Lance {Newborn}

Let's start the new year off right, with this handsome little guy.  Lance was such a sweet little guy during his session.  He was so awake and alert, but calm. Seriously, how can you not fall in love with this adorable little face!

Jameson {Newborn}

I had such a great time capturing Jameson's newborn session.  At the time of his session, Jameson was two weeks old.  He was just tiny and perfect.  Despite being an older newborn, as typically sessions are done within the first week-ten days, he was a great sleeper and did so well during his session.  Often older babies are more awake and less cooperative with posing, but Jameson was a pro. 

Jameson {Sneak Peek}

How adorable is this sweet little guy!?  Check back soon for more from Jameson's newborn session.

Murdoc {Newborn}

 At the beginning of July, sweet, little Murdoc came into the studio for his newborn session.  He was only seven days old.  So tiny!  

Murdoc {Sneak Peek}

A peek at sweet, little Murdoc's recent newborn session.  Love it!

Eleanor {Part 2}

I had so much fun with the wraps, headbands, and flowers once this sweet girl drifted off to sleep.  I have quite a stockpile of props in the studio for newborn sessions and it's always fun to get them out and play.  I think my favorites are the lace headbands.  They look like sweet little crowns.  Simply adorable!

Eleanor {Part 1}

How sweet is this little girl!  Seriously, melts my heart!  Eleanor was just six days old when she came into the studio for her newborn session, just a tiny little seven pound peanut.  She fought sleeping for the first part of her session, but that was totally fine by me. 

Eleanor {Sneak Peek}

I had so much fun with Eleanor I couldn't wait to share a sneak peek of this beautiful little girl's newborn session from this afternoon! 

Evelyn {Newborn: Part 2}

I love it when parents want to be involved in their newborn's session.  This is a big milestone for families.  Whether it is their first baby or their fifth, each new baby brings something special to a family. 

Evelyn {Newborn: Part 1}

I love newborn sessions.  I truly do.  Newborns are the definition of all that is wonderful in the world.  They are so tiny and perfect, with teeny-tiny fingers and toes, dainty eyelashes, and sweet sleepy smiles.

Evelyn {Newborn: Sneak Peek}

Enjoy a sneak peek at this beautiful little newborn.  Check back again soon for more from Evelyn's newborn session!

Our Guide to Newborn Portraits

I'm excited to share with you our next client guide.  Our Newborn Portrait guide is filled with great information about when to schedule, how to prepare for your session, what to wear, what to expect, and more.  

Newborn Potraits {What to Expect}

The birth of a child is a wonderful and important event in your life.  Whether it is your first baby or your fourth, each baby is special and precious.  Babies grow so quickly, right before our eyes.  While in the fog of sleepless nights and getting into the routine of having a new baby in the house, it may seem like time is standing still, but your little, tiny one is growing by leaps and bounds each day.  It is so special to capture newborn portraits.  Newborn portraits are the perfect reminder of how little they once were and capture the love shared in your new family.

Eden {Newborn}

Recently, I headed to the home of sweet, little six-day-old Eden to capture her newborn portraits.  Eden was such a cooperative little one.  We kept her room nice and toasty and her tummy full, and she slept wonderfully for her session.  Eden was simply adorable during her session.  She was full of smiles.  I love the faces babies make in their sleep!

Allie & Andie

It's been a while since I'd had the pleasure of photographing Allie, so I was excited when her parents scheduled a mini session for her and her newborn sister, Andie.  The weather was windy and chilly despite the bright sunshine, but both girls did a great job.  I have to admit it, I love willow trees.  I them they are beautiful and are wonderful backgrounds for portraits.  The willow tree in City Park was filled with beautiful bright green buds and was a lovely setting for the session.  I love the colors in the girls' outfits.  So simple and fun.  They really make Allie's blue eyes stand out stunningly. 

Truman {Newborn}

Introducing the adorable Truman!  This sweet little guy came into the studio when he was only ten days old.  He was an absolutely adorable little subject.  He slept through his whole session like a champ.  The wonderful thing of getting newborn portraits done within the first ten days, is during this time baby is generally still very sleepy.  Newborns have a hard time focusing their eyes and are far too young to smile.  Newborn portraits focus on them being so tiny and sleepy, showing off their tiny fingers and toes, and precious little cheeks.

Kaelyn {Newborn}

 Meet Kaeyln!  I had the pleasure of photographing this sweet little one when she was only 6 days old.  Such a tiny little one!  Kaelyn was an absolutely wonderful, sleepy baby.  I had so much fun posing her and creating these portraits.  I love the image of her with the lace crown!  Her little smirk truly sends it over the top for cuteness!

Landon {Newborn}

I love photographing newborns.  It always amazes me how tiny newborns are.  I've had two children myself, both of which were in the seven pound range, so I know newborns are tiny little peanuts, but there is something in me that is always in awe of just how small they are.  It is amazing.  

Busy Week

I have spent the past week traveling all around Iowa for shoots.  I am loving the images from this week.  I've been photographing some adorable kids, a beautiful styled session, a tiny newborn, and bridal portraits.  So many great people and so many amazing locations.  I  cannot wait to share them with you!  Now, I'm off to hit the road again.  Be sure to check back next week for some fun images!