Now Booking | Family & Newborn Photography Sessions | Northeast Ohio | Cleveland Ohio

I am happy to say I am slowly opening up my photography business after being closed for 2 weeks! Its a great feeling to be back in business. Photography is a great way to capture these special and unique times we are all enduring during this time. I also respect the space and safety that is needed during the photo sessions. During my sessions, I will continue to maintain may distance, wear a mask and wash hands as much as needed. Your health and safety is a priority for me!

If you are looking for Summer family portraits, please reach out. I offer both mini and full sessions that can take place on location or even at your own home. I also have mini sessions planned for the summer. To stay up to date on the newest announcements, please ask to be on my email list and follow me on social media.

I look forward to seeing everyone soon!

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.

Mini Newborn Photography | Cleveland, Ohio | Newborn Photography

Newborn Photography often times can be a 2-3 hour session in order to capture the right poses and encourage the baby to sleep. Often times I have had families interested in a short and sweet session and not the full length process. I get it and understand it can be a long process and not for everyone. That is why I’ve added the mini newborn session that is a short and sweet session. Perfect for those that want a nice collection of photos but don’t plan to have their own photos taken.

The mini newborn session is a 1 hour session that is done whether the baby is awake or asleep. I really think beautiful photos happen whether the baby is awake or not. You still have full access to all of my high end accessories and props, your choice of items. The session does not include siblings or parents. In the end you get the choice of 12 print release photos with the option to purchase more.

My spring/summer calendar is starting to fill, contact me today for availability and pricing.

Signature Photo Sessions | Now offering Digitals & Video | Newborn Photography | Northeast Ohio

When it comes to professional photography it can be an investment from start to finish. I completely understand the time, energy and finances it takes from the moment you start googling “photographers near me” to the actual shoot day. The process can be daunting, whether your expecting and want every moment of your newborns life captured or your a busy mom of 3 who desperately needs updated photos. Its all a process from choosing and researching the best photographer for your family to coordinating outfits. My goal is to help take the stress out of those moments.

When booking with Danelle Joy Photography the very first thing I like to do is a Pre-session consult. This can be done via phone or email and its my chance to understand your needs, style and goals for the photo shoot. After all, anyone can take some quick pics of your family, but you want more than that, you want treasured moments.

The Pre-session consult includes discussing the best type of package, location and expectations during the shoot. I am also always happy to include my professional opinion for clothing choices as well. I have put together many articles that focus on starting in your own closet first and adding little pieces of clothing into the mix. You don’t need to go broke just for the photo shoot. I usually recommend many of my clothing finds from Target, Tj Maxx and Old navy.

Since I understand it is a large investment, NEW this year and included with my Signature Family and Newborn sessions is a custom 8x8 photo book and Video. I believe after all, you should receive more than just digital images from your session. The photo book is hand selected and created by me, featuring the favorite photos. I am so excited to be offering a Video new this year. This will be a collection of behind the scenes and photos all put together like a slideshow. Oh cool is that.

My overall goal is to create a beautiful and lasting experience for you. If you are thinking of family photos for the spring and summer it is better to book more sooner than later. My 2020 calendar is starting to fill. Please contact me today for your next custom photo session.

Now Booking 2020 Newborn Photography | Mentor, Ohio | Cleveland, Ohio

This is the perfect time to start thinking about Newborn Photography in 2020. Its never too early to book your Newborn session, actually the earlier is better. I currently offer 5 different Newborn Packages to fit everyone’s needs. From Fresh 48, where I come visit you in the hospital to my mini and full service newborn session. A very popular package for 2019 was my bump to baby package. This is for those who know they want maternity, newborn and their first year pictures. Book all 3 and receive a discount on each session. Please contact me for more information regarding Newborn Photography.

Fall Mini Photography Sessions | Cleveland, Ohio | Lake County, Ohio

Its that time of year again with the cooler temps, leaves changing and shorter days. Even though I really love summer and that will always be my favorite time of year. There is something about the start and feel of the fall and holiday season. For me it also starts the busy my busy Family Photography Session season. I am usually busy all year round with newborns, milestone and family photography. The fall is my favorite time to host a few mini photography sessions. I only do about 3-4 per year and its a great time for families who only want a few pictures and a quick session. What is a Mini Session? And how is it different than a regular family session?

My regular family sessions can be booked at anytime throughout the year. I am always happy to work with the family picking the best day, location and of course outfits for their photoshoot. With my regular family sessions there is one price and in that price it comes with 50-60 digital images with copyright. The family also gets to choose any location they would prefer. Urban, beach, park or even their own home is an option.

My Mini Sessions are only done a few times during the year. The date and location is chosen by myself. The session is only 20 minutes and the family usually receives 10-12 digital images with the option to purchase more. Are the minis meant to replace a full family session. Not usually… There is no way I can photograph in 20 minutes what I would normally shoot in a full 1 -1 1/2 hour session. The minis are short and sweet but nice for families who like to get pictures done every year:)

For my Fall 2019 Mini Photography Sessions I am booked for October. I have a couple openings for a full regular family session. I will be announcing my Christmas Tree Farm Mini Sessions soon. These will take place in November. If you would like to be added to my email list please contact me. I notify all clients via email first about mini sessions and then I announce on social media.

Mentor Ohio Newborn Photography | Best Baby Photographer | Mentor, Ohio

I was so excited to hear from this friend of mine that told me she was expecting. Not only was she expecting but she also wanted me to photograph her Newborn Photos. This family have been waiting for a sweet blessing from above to arrive for some years. They were finally blessed with a baby girl that now completes their family of four. Big brother Mason couldn’t be more excited for his new little baby sister. I am so very happy for you all!

Cleveland Newborn Photographer | Concord Township Ohio | Best Baby Photographer

Often times people will say the best its yet to come. This couldn’t be more true for this sweet little family. I was asked by the family’s co-workers to purchase a photo session. I always believe photography sessions make the perfect gift and this present was for the parents to be. This little guy’s parent fought very hard for him and didn’t give up along the way. I was truly honored to photograph this sweet little guys first moments. I wish nothing but the best as the true gift is watching him grow through the years.

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.

Lifestyle Newborn Photography | Cleveland, Ohio | Lake County, Ohio

You may have heard of Lifestyle photography and wondered what does that exactly mean? Lifestyle is essentially the candid moments created in an artistic manner. I am happy to announce I offer 2 different types of Newborn Photography Sessions. The first is a 1 -1 1/2 hour session in my home studio. At the studio I provide multiple headbands, wraps and props available to photograph the baby. Next we can take photos with mom, dad and siblings if needed with the options of backdrops and a beautiful white couch. The client also receives all the digital images taken from the session. On average around 40-50 images with copyright release.

The second option is my Newborn plus lifestyle session in the comforts of your own home. The benefit of this is I bring everything to you! I typically take all of the newborn photos with my wonderful props and wraps but then focus on unique candid photos throughout your home.

Lifestyle photography is the goal of capturing real-life events in more of an artistic manner. This could be the tickling of baby toes while up in the nursery. The mom sweetly rocking the baby in her rocking chair. These artistic photos not only capture more of the everyday but also help create a story. It is essentially telling the story of you and your new family days after leaving the hospital.

Please contact me for more specific pricing on my newborn sessions.

xoxo

-Danelle

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A special Newborn Photography Session | Lake County, Ohio | Mentor, Ohio

This little Newborn was a fun newborn session. I have known the family for years and was happy to hear the new when they were expecting baby #4! This cute little girl joins big brother, big sister and big sister at home. She was welcomed with many arms and has been a blessing to the family. I wish nothing but the best as we watch this little girl grow through the years:)

It is best to book your Newborn Session a few months prior to delivery. The best time period to photography is anywhere from day 5-day 12 of life.

Please contact me today if you would like to book your Newborn Photography Session.

An new precious boy now makes a family of 3

Its amazing how much newborn photography has really been invited and become and new icon in the world of photography. My oldest was born in 2006 so even just 12 years ago Newborn Photography and the classic newborn poses really didn't exist much. There were a few places that would photograph but nothing like today. I look back at my sons pictures and wish I knew then what I know now about newborn photography. Or even motherhood I'm sure that statement could be applied for:)

I am so grateful for all of the new parents that have turned to me and allowed me to photography their precious little ones. This is such an important and exciting time in a families life. They are technically only a newborn for about 1 month! The best time I recommend for parents to have the newborn pictures taken is Day 4- Day 12 of life. 

I greatly enjoyed my time with the J. Family who recently became a family of 3. This sweet little guy had to be one of my most laid back babies that came to visit me at my home-studio. The benefits of my Newborn Mini Sessions is the convenience of it only lasting for 1 hour. I understand and get it not everyone is up to the 2 hour family newborn session but definitely want to capture those newborn moments. My Newborn Mini Sessions are 1 hour and take place at my small in home studio. At these sessions we focus on the newborn with my simply beautiful poses and a few prop poses depending on the the what the client would prefer. My style is more relaxed and less fussy. I find more beautiful in the baby on bright white sheets and simple swaddles covering them. However if you were hoping for your little one to look like a turtle with a shell and hat as well, I would be more than happy to complete that look for you;) 

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