Motherhood Mini Sessions | Cleveland, Ohio | Now Booking
I’m excited to announce my Motherhood Mini Sessions are now open to book! These are always such popular and fun mini sessions for just MOMS and their little one! This is the time that mom is actually in the frame with her kids! Cause we all know mom is usually left out or too busy making sure everyone else looks their best. These minis make great Mothers Day Gifts. Why not treat mom to a wonderful photo shoot then dinner.
The spots are limited and usually sell out every year. Please click the link to RESERVE YOUR SPOT.
The Motherhood Minis 2025 will take place in my studio located at 113 Main Street Painesville, Ohio. I will offer 2 beautiful set ups. They both will be white, neutral with many florals. If you would like advice on what to wear to the shoot, please ask! I would love to help you pick out the best outfit.
See you soon~
Danelle
Cleveland Ohio Photographer
Luxury Newborn Session - Cleveland Ohio Best Newborn Photographer
Luxury Newborn Session - Cleveland Ohio Best Newborn Photographer
Cleveland Ohio Best Newborn Photographer. Creating timeless and everlasting newborn portraits. It is alway an honor and privilege to capture newborn portraits for families. This is such a special time in someone’s life and meant to be cherished or years to come. They grow so very quickly and those precious first few weeks of the newborn stage is really like no other. Their tiny hands, toes and wrinkly skin are so adorable.
So when is the best time for Newborn Portraits?
I also recommend anytime from day 6-day 15 of the baby’s life. That timeframe gives us enough room to adjust the photos in the calendar if needed. I also pick a date of the newborn shoot prior to the birth of the baby. However if the baby arrives late or early it’s not a problem! We can simply adjust the date. I always highly recommend shooting the portraits before 1 month of age. It’s hard to believe, but baby’s do change a lot the first month! They are also much more aware of their surroundings and harder to capture in those traditional newborn poses.
Are you expecting and ready to book?
Please reach out and I’d love to send you my exclusive newborn brochure which is filled with tips on having a successful newborn shoot. It covers everything from what to wear and what to bring to the shoot.
This is such an exciting time in your life and I’ve excited to get started!
xoxo~Danelle
Cleveland Ohio Photographer
Cleveland Ohio Photographer
Cleveland Ohio Photographer
How to prepare for a Newborn Photography Session
While preparing for a newborn session with me I always like to offer some useful tips to make the session go smoother. I always recommend to feed your baby before the session is scheduled to begin. This can be about an hour or so before the shoot. No worries If you have a long drive, you are welcome to feed again at the studio.
If you are okay with baby using one,bring a pacifier, even if
baby doesn’t seem to take to it. I always understand that the baby is still trying to figure out how to use a pacifier. The main reason I recommend bringing one to the shoot is to help settle them if they become fussy. They always need the soothing and sucking reflex to help relax them.
Sucking is a soothing mechanism & can really help with settling baby once I have them in place for photos, even if I have to hold the pacifier.
The studio will be warm. Baby’s like being warm and having the
heat cranked up (no matter the time of year), helps baby stay
settled and sleepy.
You are more than welcome to bring drinks and
a change of clothes to change out of if you think you’ll get hot.
There is no need to bring anything for baby to wear. I provide all the
wraps, headbands, hats, clothes & props. Unless there is something
special you want to bring for your newborn’s photos, don’t worry
about outfits. If there is something special you want to bring, be sure
to let me know so I can work a set around it.
Go simple for family’s wardrobe. When planning your outfits for the
family & sibling shots, stick with soft, neutral colors like grey or
cream as the dominate colors. This keeps the focus on baby and the focus on them.
If you have more questions regarding newborn photography, please reach out! I would love to chat!
xoxo Danelle
Fall Family Mini Photography Sessions | Cleveland, Ohio
Its my favorite time of year! The leaves are turning, the air is crisp and everyone is thinking about updating those family photos! Fall is a wonderful time to update the pictures and create some timeless looking photos for your home. Mini sessions are only offered a few times throughout the year and only a few days. What exactly is a Mini session anyway?
Mini Sessions are a small quick 20 minute session. The client usually has the options of picking a 5 or 10 digital image package. I know so many people love the mini session idea because they feel often times their kids wont last the full hour during a regular family session.
I do have mixed feelings about mini sessions. I love them because I know this is what my clients want and wish I offered them more often. I do and always will continue to offer them. The downside for me, is I often times feel rushed and I don’t like to be a “clock watcher” when shooting family photos. Unfortunately, I need to in order to keep the families on schedule for the day. I really enjoy my regular family sessions probably the best and I continue to book those throughout the fall and winter as well. This is a full hour up to 90 minutes shooting pictures, talking with the family and capturing those genuine family moments on film.
The mini sessions I am offering this year is 3 days of Fall Mini Sessions. 3 days of Winter Mini sessions at a local tree farm. In the spring I may offer an Easter Mini Session and usually a beach mini session during the summer. Keep in mind you do not need to wait to to book for your family session with a mini. I book and accept clients for regular family sessions throughout the year.
Please contact me if you would like to get scheduled for your family session.
