Baby Sister Newborn Session | Chardon, Ohio | Cleveland Ohio photographer

I was so thrilled to hear that this special family was expecting baby number 2! I had the privilege to photograph their first baby girl and many mini sessions along the way with them. There is nothing more special then watching a family grow up before my eyes. It’s hard to believe I’ve been doing this long enough to photograph not only their 1st baby. But I’ve literally watched many of the families grow from baby 1, 2 and even number 3! That means the world to me, when so many families keep coming back. That is truly the biggest compliment anyone can ever give regarding my photography.

Sweet Gwennie was welcomed with big arms in the studio. I had so much photographing her and her adorable family. Big sister rocked the session too, and allowed me to capture so many sweet moments together.

Are you expecting a sweet little bundle in 2024. Please reach out, I would love to chat about the many different maternity and newborn packages I offer.

Look forward to talking to you soon~

xoxo, Danelle

How to get ready for a cake smash | Chagrin Falls, Ohio | Best Baby photographer

Cake smash sessions are always a favorite of mine! They can be so fun, stress free and full of giggles. Especially if you plan early enough. I recommend booking a cake smash a few months ahead of time, in order to plan the session. I’m always happy to coordinate the planned theme. Many times moms know exactly what they want for the first birthday.

Other times I have heard, “I have no clue”… Any ideas?!

Of course I have some great ideas! I also recommend bringing the outfit and cake to the shoot. I can provide most of the decor and balloons for the session.

Be Prepared for Anything!

Those are the basics of how to get ready for a cake smash session beforehand. Once you show up at the studio, the best advice I can give is to be prepared for anything! As long as you are relaxed and ready to have fun that will go a long way to helping your baby do the same as we celebrate their birthday

Have more questions about how to get ready for a cake smash session? Please reach out and I would be happy to do a phone consult and plan the cake smash session!

~Danelle

Love is in the air | Valentine Photography | Mentor, Ohio

“Love is in the air” How cute are all of these little kiddos! Valentine minis are always so much fun and hit with many. These are fun and quick little sessions that take place in my home studio. Each mini session package includes 12 digital images as well. Please be on the lookout or subscribe to my email list for the more upcoming mini shoots.

Spring Mini Sessions 2023 | Cleveland, Ohio | Best Cleveland Photographer

Now Booking for 3/25 Spring Mini Photography Sessions!

These are perfect for Maternity, Family, Children and Mommy & Me!

Click here to book today!

Love is in the air | Valentine Photography | Mentor, Ohio

“Love is in the air” How cute are all of these little kiddos! Valentine minis are always so much fun and hit with many. These are fun and quick little sessions that take place in my home studio. Each mini session package includes 12 digital images as well. Please be on the lookout or subscribe to my email list for the more upcoming mini shoots.

Who doesn't love Disney | Newborn Photography | Mentor, Ohio | Cleveland, Ohio

Who doesn’t love Disney!? Isn’t that a silly question anyway! I always try to do something special for my Newborn families by adding in a special photo that takes some pixie dust and magic. When this mom told me she was a HUGE Disney fan, I knew I had to do something fun for her new little one. Check out the photos below featuring Winnie the Pooh and Harry Potter!

If you have something that you might think, oh there is no way she can incorporate that for us. Please ask me anyway! I am always willing to try new things and adding some magic to your photography gallery.

Hooray for turning 1 | Milestone Photography | Cake Smash | Northeast Ohio

Your child's first year flys by so very quickly. I’m sure you are asking yourself, how are they turning 1 years old already!? They do grow so very quickly, which makes documenting this time even more important. Wouldn’t it be fun celebrating their first birthday with a custom cake smash and first birthday photo session?! Your child's session will include a custom design that we plan together! I will proved the balloons and props to use during your session.

I also offer the full milestone session which includes the planning of the session and 40 digital images. I also offer a mini milestone which is a quick 30 minute session and 10 digital images with copyright to the photos. You are responsible for bringing the smash cake.

Please reach out when your ready to plan your smash cake celebration!

First Birthday Cake Smash | Northeast Ohio Photographer | Child Photographer

”Rookie of the year” First Birthday. How fun is this little guy. All full milestone photography packages are completely customized to the them you have in mind. Whether it be a pink fairy tale first birthday, dinosaurs or baseball themed. I will work with you and together we will come up with some great ideas needed for your little ones first birthday. The cake smash is optional with the milestone shoot. I usually start with portrait like photos before things get a little fun and messy with the cake.

The details of a full milestone session is a 1 hour photo shoot and you also receive 40 digital images with print release. The cost is $325. I also offer a mini cake smash session which is a 30 minute shoot, 1 backdrop choice and 10 digital images. The cost is $225 for that package.

Contact me today for availability.

Valentine Photo shoot | Cleveland, Ohio | Mini Session | Northeast Ohio

Can you feel the love?! I hosted a valentine mini photography shoot for the first time in 2020. With Valentines so close on the eve from Christmas, I never knew if people were ready for photoshoots. Well, of course they are. And especially when its heart, kisses, pink and red themed. My minis this year took place in my home studio with an option of 2 different backdrop choices. This was such a fun and sweet shoot that I plan to continue for many years to come. My goals for 2020 is to offer many more minis throughout the year. They will be special themed mini sessions that coordinate with each month. If you want to be the first to know, contact me now to be added to the mailing list. Those on my list are notified first of any new announcements or promotions. Often times my mini sessions will sell out with email alone.

Here are some fun sneak peeks from the most recent Valentine Mini Sessions 2020.

Now offering "Itty Bitty Newborn Mini Sessions"| Cleveland, Ohio | Mentor, Ohio

I am excited to announce I am now offering the “itty bitty Newborn Mini Photography Sessions”. These session are for the Newborn only that take place at my home studio. It is a 1 hour session that includes 1 blanket and 1 prop set up with 2-4 different poses. With the mini you also receive 10 high resolution digital images with copyright and the option to purchase more. Because these are simply “mini sessions” and 1 hour in length the baby may be either awake or asleep for the pictures. I try my hardest to achieve those sleepy newborn poses but will continue even if the baby is awake. Honestly, they all turn out super adorable whether they are asleep or awake. I have even learned through the years to capture the baby blinking which looks like they are peacefully sleeping.

Contact me today for my full package for Newborn Photography! I offer a package for everyone to fit their needs.