expecting: If you have a bun in the oven... a glowing mom-to-be! For heaven's sake, what a moment. It's time to stop decorating the baby room and take note of yourself. With the perfect lighting, I create a beautiful mood, with shadows and depth showing just enough skin in intimate portraits taken between your 30th - 35th week. Dad-to-be is always welcome to join the fun and encouraged to be included. book an appointment: about two months ahead of the time you plan to have your portrait session.
new arrival: Oh, a brand-new arrival! The tiniest of toes and hands, fuzzy flyaway hair -- not to mention the tranquility and relief of having made it to earth in one piece -- this is the stuff of magic. You can plainly see the tendrils of love in the cuddles and kisses between newborn, mom and dad. The first week after birth works best for a peaceful sleeping baby including curly poses. book an appointment: we always make room for newborns, though it is best to call during the last month of pregnancy to schedule a tentative session.
baby's first year: how quickly babies grow and change! I can mark every milestone during their big first year with one of several session plans. Choose a single session, or a progression series that lets me freeze frame the super-fast growth spurt: three sessions spaced at 4 months old, 8 months, and 12 months; or four sessions at 3 months old, 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months. book an appointment: lets talk when your baby is about 2 months old to discuss which series is best for your family.
the toddler: From toddler to t-ball, I'm sure you're loving each precious moment, right? Well, whoever says life with a toddler is perfect doesn't have one. But these years are plenty full of joy and surprises and getting to know the vivacious spirit who has come to live with you. Schedule an appointment before that first tooth falls out. book an appointment: call me 1 month before your child's birthday or before a season that you prefer.
the family: Siblings, parents and child, families, extended families... how your children and your family express themselves with each other is a huge part of your family story. I can capture exactly those gestures and telltale glances that make life what it is for all of you -- the love and the teasing and the big-sister hug. book an appointment: about 1 month ahead of the time you plan to have your portrait session.
It's best to call 2 months ahead of time during August-December.
Beyond-the-studio: I offer custom sessions at your home, in a favorite park or in a fun urban setting. Yes, I often travel outside of Nashville for portraits. Please contact me for more details.
