Did you know you could join my Exclusive Baby's 1st Year Club to capture those precious milestones during your baby's first year?

Save on sessions by enrolling in the club. This exclusive club includes:

Newborn Session
(up to two months old)

Sitting Session
(generally between 6  - 9 months old)

One Year Session
(showcasing personality of one year old; incorporating heirlooms; favorite toy, blanket, etc.)

PLUS you will receive this beautiful piece of artwork - a trio frame featuring your favorite image from each session to display in your home for you to enjoy for years to come.

Let's plan ahead now for your next outdoor family photo session. Click on the button below to begin the plan now.

Tip 2. WEAR CLOTHES THAT ARE CLASSIC AND COMFORTABLE.

Stay away from reds, all black and busy patterns. No graphic tees, character shirts or neon colors. Keep in mind, short dresses or skirts can be hard to move around in during the session, as you may be walking around, sitting down, laying down, etc. Therefore, wearing a longer dress/skirt or pants will work the best. The most important thing is that the clothes will make you feel relaxed and comfortable. Wear something you feel beautiful in and coordinate around that. Wear “you.” Simple, yet classic comfortable clothes will give your images a timeless feel.

Check in tomorrow, same place, same time for Tip #3!

Let's have a chat about how you and your family can have beautiful outdoor family portraits that will last a lifetime.

​Why?  They might not live local
 
Unfortunately, many of us may not have the privilege of having grandparents that live “a stone’s throw away.”  I know I didn’t growing up.  My maternal grandparents had already died by the time I was one and my paternal grandmother lived in Alabama when we lived in Florida.  We would only get to see her once a year.  When I was older and had a camera, I always made sure to take pictures of her and us with her.  I cherish the one photograph I took when I had my daughter.  It was a four-generation picture – the only one we got before she passed away.  These are treasured memories you don’t want to miss, especially if they don’t live nearby.  So, if they are going to be in town because you just had a baby or for any other reason, include them with your family session.
 
Why?  They might like to play
 
We all know grandparents love to spoil their grandchildren and love to play with them as well.  These are great moments to capture in photos – memories your children will cherish forever.
 
Why?  Great time to get them alone with grandchildren
 
This is the perfect time to get just the grandparents with their new little grandchild and/or grandchildren.  We’ll get wonderful shots of them playing, holding them – connecting with them.
 
Why?  Great time to include extended family
 
Since the grandparents are in town, this is the best time to get everyone in the picture – a three, maybe four-generation - maybe even a five-generation photograph.  What memories those would be to have and to show and pass down from generation to generation.  
 
Grandparents Day is not too far off coming up on September 12. What a perfect gift to give them!

Are you ready to take these treasured memories with the grandparents?  Click the button below. I would love to capture your story and create your legacy.

Congratulations on your first pregnancy! You will probably start to hear a ton of advice from those who have gone before you - your mother, your sister, your friends. Everyone loves to celebrate the anticipation of a new baby! But, you still may be asking yourself, "I'm pregnant, now what?"

​Here are my top five things to do each trimester (after informing your parents and loved ones first, of course) when you are pregnant.

I Just Found Out I'm Pregnant! Now, what?

T O   D O   E V E R Y   T R I M E S T E R

1. DRINK PLENTY OF WATER

This should be a given, but it is especially important when you are pregnant. You will need more water than the average person when you are pregnant. Why? Because drinking more water is needed to form amniotic fluid, produce extra blood, build new tissue, carry nutrients, enhance digestion and flush out wastes and toxins. How much water should you drink every day? According to the Institute of Medicine, pregnant women need to drink ten 8-ounce glasses of water per day.

​F I R S T   T R I M E S T E R   9 - 7  M O N T H S

2. SCHEDULE YOUR FIRST OB/GYN DOCTOR'S APPOINTMENT

According to The American Pregnancy Association, you should schedule your first appointment within eight weeks of your last menstrual period. Regular appointments throughout your pregnancy ensures the health of you and your baby. In addition, prenatal care includes education on  your pregnancy and childbirth.

S E C O N D   T R I M E S T E R   6 - 4  M O N T H S

3. DECIDE AND PLAN WHERE YOU WANT TO DELIVER YOUR BABY

While many women still have their babies in hospitals, there are those that want a more natural birth and will arrange to have their baby at a birthing center or even at home. Wherever you choose, it's important to discuss with your doctor the pros and cons as well as risks with your place of birth choice and what's the best option for you.

T H I R D   T R I M E S T E R   3 - 0  MONTHS

4. REGISTER FOR BABY SHOWER GIFTS

Now, we're getting into the fun stuff of having a baby - choosing a theme for your baby's nursery and then choosing gifts that will match that theme as well as registering for all the practical things a newborn baby will need. You can look here for a list of the "must haves" for taking care of a newborn.

A F T E R   T H E   B A B Y   I S   B O R N

5. ANNOUNCE BABY'S BIRTH

You are excited now! You just had a baby. Now's the time to tell the world. You can do this verbally, through text, social media or send announcement cards with a gorgeous portrait of your baby taken by a professional photographer - me! Right? I hope so.

For my complete Baby Planning Timeline to assist you in planning for your new arrival, please fill out the form below and your FREE copy will be on its way!

Are you ready to book your newborn session? It's never too early to schedule your session. I usually recommend to schedule your due date (we'll finalize the date once you have your baby) during your third trimester in order to ensure availability.

I would love the opportunity to be your newborn photographer. Click on the button below to schedule a quick 15-minute chat to answer your questions, confirm availability and provide detailed information.

Stumped for ideas on how to display your gorgeous family photos? You wouldn't be alone. If you only have digitals, they most likely are still sitting on your computer where you, your family and everyone else aren't able to enjoy them on a regular basis. Who wants to constantly scroll through thousands of pictures and then forget about them? 

You take photos on your phone because your family is important to you. You want to remember that special event, occasion, your children doing crazy things, etc. You want to remember that frozen moment in time. You like to see the changes in yourself as well as your loved ones over the years. 

Having all those candid photos are great, but now you want beautiful portraits taken by a professional photographer. But, what will you do with those gorgeous pieces of art now? I can solve that problem for you.

As a full service professional photographer serving Sarasota and surrounding areas, I have software where I can create room mock-ups showing various options of how you could display your artwork. I can use the pre-designed room templates included in my software to show you exactly how they will look on your wall. Here are samples of a few ideas:

If the pre-designed mock-ups won't work for you, I can come to your home to take a picture of the wall or walls you would like your artwork displayed or you could take a picture and send it to me. I can then create a customized sample of how your portraits could be displayed.

​Seeing photos in an album, on a table or on a wall stimulates real, true emotions and brings back that special time in your life or remembering a special loved one who may have passed away. That's why prints matter and why I love offering my clients tangible products that will be heirlooms and are priceless. Portraits are a visual history where memories are created and will last a lifetime, from generation to generation. They show special occasions, milestones and growth that you will look at and remember. You'll laugh; you'll cry. You'll remember.

Is there a wall you are thinking of to add family portraits? Contact me! Visit my Products page here to see the various pieces of wall art and products I offer.

If you would like information on newborn or family portrait sessions, please click the button below and let's start capturing your story and creating your legacy.