A term that photographers throw around a lot is “lifestyle photography,” but if you’re not a photographer, you might not have any idea what this even means. I’m going to go into detail and explain what entails lifestyle photography.
This time of year can be so cold and bitter. Who wants to venture out of their home especially with a newborn?! No one, right! How nice would it sound if I said you could stay home while I bring everything to you! Amazing right. Why bundle up and venture out. This is exactly why I like to offer Lifestyle Newborn Shoots in the comforts of your own home. What is a Lifestyle Newborn Shoot? I get asked this many times and many people have told me they don’t just want candid photos. That is why I bring all my newborn items with me and you get both candid shots plus all the prop newborn shoots. All in the comforts of your own home. The only requirement I need is a nice window lit 4 ft x 4ft area. Usually a patio slider door works perfectly, and has beautiful light coming through even on the darkest day.
Depending on how the baby is acting I like to start with the wrapped prop and bean bag poses. They look very similar to what you see here in my gallery. After I’m done with the newborn shoots we move on to the lifestyle (candid) shots throughout the home. Places that work the best are living room, nursery and master bedroom.
I am now booking newborns for 2023, and I offer both in studio and on location shoots. Please reach out for more pricing and booking information.
I’m so happy to announce I won the “Best in Photography” for the city of Painesville, Ohio. This is my 3rd time winning this award and 2nd year in a row. I can’t thank everyone enough for trusting me year after year with your precious photos. I look forward to creating many more memories together!
I understand choosing a photographer for anything can be time consuming and exhausting. It can still leave you wondering if you chose the right person. Here are a few things to consider when choosing a Newborn Photographer. Over the years, I’ve seen a lot from the “building a portfolio discounts” to the “my friend has a camera and will take some photos”, yikes! Newborn Photography is a skill and art that can only be mastered by continued education, practice and the right skills. Newborn Photography is by far the hardest to accomplish out of shooting any subject, but also the most rewarding:)
As an established Newborn Photographer, I am happy to say I’ve dedicated many continuing educating hours in the terms of handling, posing, safety and editing. So your final images are Professional. Thats what you are paying for after all. Not to mention my educational background includes being a BSN Registered Nurse. So my concern for Newborn Safety is always #1 for me. Many people don't know that some of the images you may see floating on the internet or instagram actual takes a village to create. Because having a baby sitting up is simply unsafe and impossible to achieve. Many of those images you may see are a used with holding the baby’s head and tons of photoshop magic.
I am also happy to say I’m a fully certified and accredited for Safety in Newborn Photography. This is key when choosing a Newborn Photographer. Have they taken the extra steps and education to become certified? Just because someone is great with social media posts, or has tons of followers you still need to do your research and ask those questions. After all Newborn photos are time sensitive, best to be done within 2 weeks of life. And after all you can only get these photos once.
I also recommend checking out the reviews before you decide on a photographer. These are actual families that took time out of their busy schedule to help future families choose a photographer.
As of right now there are no laws that distinguish a Newborn Photographer from a hobbyist. Anyone can pick up a camera, make a quick website and take photos. I hope my tips provided you with some reassurance when choosing the best Newborn Photographer for your family.
“Always worth the wait” is saying it in simple terms once your bundle of joy has finally arrived. Those 9 months of worry, waiting and anticipation quickly fades away once your sweet little one is place in your warm arms. Newborn photography has quickly become a favorite of mine over the years because of 4 children of my own I understand how quickly those younger (and exhausting) years take place. Honestly, a newborn only seems so itty bitty those first few weeks of life and before you know it they are a month old. A lot more alert, moving and possibly keeping you up at night;)
In regards to newborn photography I do offer a full signature session and my petite newborn session. My most popular package is by far the signature full session. This session is 2 hrs and takes place in my home studio. Due to Covid I have taken extreme caution and sanitation measures in order to keep everyone safe. With the full session, I recommend the photos take place within the first 2 weeks of life. At that age its easier for me to sooth and calm the back to sleep which is needed for some newborn posing.
If you are interested in scheduling a newborn session, please reach out for more detailed information.
It has been so nice to be back at Photography full swing after the shutdown in March and April due to Covid. I have seen so many beautiful mamas to be. This beautiful maternity session took place at one of my favorite parks near Willoughby, Ohio, Chagrin River Park. This park offers so many of favorites that equal a successful shoot. A beautiful walking trail, large bridge and of course the river. It was so much to venture down to the river right before sunset and photography this cute couple.
If you are interested in booking a maternity session please reach out. I offer many great packages that can help fit many family’s needs.
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.
We were so lucky this November to have a such beautiful snow at the tree farm for the mini sessions. It was a little chilly, but the sun peeked out on Sunday to add a little warmth for all the families. A huge Thank You, to all the families who traveled out to Sugar Pines Farm my annual tree farm photography sessions. It was such a fun weekend and I enjoyed seeing familiar faces along with meeting new ones as well..
My mini photography sessions are only offered a few times throughout the year. If interested in a future mini session, its best to contact me and subscribe to my email list. My minis usually sell out through email alone before I announce on social media or google.
Here are a fun sneak peek from my 2019 Christmas Tree Farm Minis!
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.
It was so special to photograph this new baby girl. The reason was I first met this cute couple when we did a fall photo session and she announced she was expecting. No one knew yet she was expecting I was able to photograph the sweet ultrasound with the soon to be big brother. At the time neither of us knew if a baby brother or sister would be joining the family.
I offer many different newborn packages in order to fit everyone’s needs. I offer in my studio newborn plus family sessions, mini newborn sessions (just for the baby) and I also travel to clients homes. I bring all of my newborn supplies with me and we focus on more lifestyle photos!
For more information contact me!
Soon a sweet little baby will make a family of 3. One of my most popular packages that I offer families is my bump to baby package. This is such a new, fun and exciting time in a person’s life. It really should be documented the best it can. My bump to baby package is there to photograph your growing belly with a Maternity session, Newborn Session and finally a milestone session with the baby. This package can be purchased and booked with tentative dates, depending on when the baby is born. It is best to have your maternity photos taken in the 3rd trimester but not close to your due date. Moms usually feel their best during the beginning or middle of the 3rd trimester and you now have a belly to show off!
After the maternity session, I recommend the Newborn photos taken during days 4-15 of life. They are usually a quick 1 hour session taken in my studio. Finally the milestone session can be done anytime during the baby’s first year. Or you can have their first birthday smash cake session done.
I greatly enjoyed my time with the Sabol family and we documented their maternity session. Mom is feeling great and we are all anticipating the arrival of her baby girl. I will be photographing her Newborn pictures as well.
Please contact me for more information regarding my bump to baby photography package.
Its always a pleasure meeting and talking with a family expecting a new little one on the way. This family not only trusted me with their newborn session but also their Fresh 48 session. The best part is non of us new if the family was going to have a baby boy or girl? They currently have a baby boy at home and we all were anticipating the news of the baby’s arrival. I will say I was a little excited to hear girl since for some reason 2018 and early 2019 was a year of newborn boys. I met the family in their hospital room for their fresh 48 session. Baby girl looked perfect and mom, dad and brother were thrilled for her to be here. The fresh 48 take place within 48 hours after delivery. I usually like to come in about day 2 of their stay. Once I wrapped up the fresh 48 session I was looking forward to them returning for their newborn sessions.
This session took place in my small studio. The newborn session entails more of the traditional poses of baby and adding in mom, dad and brother as well. I am so thrilled for the C. Family and their new family. I wish nothing but the best and creating sweet memories as they watch their children grow through the years.
Fresh 48 photography is becoming one of my favorite newborn sessions with my families. They are so special because these special moments are captured shortly after delivery. Fresh 48 is a unique opportunity to photograph the baby with their immediate family within 48 hours of entering this world.
The photos are more documented and relaxed in fashion without any posing or staging the photos. They are as natural as they can be. They take the stress out of photography because my whole goal is to capture the moment and the interactions between mom, dad and siblings. The major images I also try and capture are the baby’s skin, tiny hand, hospital bassinet and cuddling with mom & dad.
I offer two different options for the Fresh 48. They can be purchased individually or as an add on to any maternity or newborn package.
Please contact me today if you would like to schedule your Fresh 48 Photography Session
Those tiny toes, the fluttering eyelashes, the way they grasp their parents’ fingers. These are the moments that parents want to record and keep forever. There really is two different types of Newborn Photography today. There is the traditional Newborn Photography which is the type of photos you see with babies in baskets, bowls and backdrops. I currently offer this type of photography and is done at all of my newborn sessions. I also have a variety of “high-end” wraps, headbands and accessories to choose from while customizing your session.
The second type of Newborn photography is known as Lifestyle photography. So what exactly is this? This is more like photojournalism in that it is designed to tell a story, and document the baby with their new surroundings. These tend to be shots that are more real and less staged, designed to capture the essence of having a newborn. This is truly my favorite since it allows poses to be natural, unposed and artistic all at the same time. The true benefit of Lifestyle photography is the session takes place in the comforts of your OWN home! How great is that! Especially after coming home from the hospital, who really wants to leave to go get pictures taken. I am happy to bring everything to you! At my Lifestyle sessions, I bring all of my props, swaddles and accessories with me. I do a combination of traditional newborn poses so you don’t miss out on those plus lifestyle photography throughout your home. No worries if you have high energy toddlers at home too. I will capture those true smiles and laughs all while incorporating the newest member of your family:)
I currently blend in a 3rd option with all of my newborn sessions. I have become known as the “unposed” Newborn photography style. This typically is a white sheet with a white wrap flowing around the baby. I love this new unique style that looks as it should. Unposed and 100% natural at the same time. Please look below for examples of my most recent lifestyle session that took place.
My spring calendar is filling up, Contact me today if your interested in booking your Newborn Session today!
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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The wait is over the time has come!!
I am excited to announce I am offering a
FALL MINI SESSION GIVEAWAY (valued at $125) !! This will take place on October 16, 2018 at 6:30 PM in Lake County.
I am so very thankful for all the families who have trusted me with their newborn, children's, family and senior photos over the last 18 months! I never thought this little idea of opening a small business would come true.
Its my turn to give back to the community and offer this free photography session.
How to Enter:
1) LIKE my FACEBOOK PAGE
2) SHARE this post
3) Comment your name or private message me why your family should be chosen
You can nominate your own family or nominate another family that may have went through a hard time this year and could benefit from a beautiful fall photography session!
Contest will run from 9/27-9/30 at Midnight. The winner will be announced Monday October 1st!
I have no doubt some people come into our lives for a special purpose or meaning. They may come in to our lives to teach us a lesson whether it be good or sometimes bad. I have no doubt 7 years ago my beautiful friend Alyssa came into our lives with nothing but the BEST. It was 7 years ago we made the move from Erie, PA to Northeast Ohio where we knew NO ONE, not one familiar face. Not to mention I had 3 boys age 4 years and under with my youngest being 3 months old. To say that was the hardest point in my life was an understatement. To pack up, leave all of your familiar surroundings, friends and family you have known for decades-hard, very hard. It wasn't all roses and rainbows once we were settled and moved in either. I still didn't have those familiar streets to drive on or friendly faces to chat with. I missed running into my old neighbors at the grocery store. Its these little things many people don't even realize are very special to us, until they are gone.
Moving is not for the faint of heart, but I then I was so happy to have Alyssa walk into our life. I was looking for a babysitter to help out so Jason and I could have a date night here and there. We so needed some occasional nights out. Even though I never wanted to leave my kids, I knew it was best for us to get a break. I didn't have Grandma down the street to watch my boys or my newborn. I found Alyssa and after talking with her we clicked and for the first time I felt like I could leave my kids with her while Jason and I went our for dinner.
The years past and Alyssa would continue to watch our kids so we could have our "date nights" together. Not only did she watch my kids grow, I watch her grow as well. From the single 20 something year old girl working on her masters to finding her future husband. I watched as she found her now husband Jason to the announcement she was expecting her very own baby! What?! The very own young lady that watched my kids would know be having one of her own. Life has a funny thing of coming full circle and it sure did. She then asked me to photograph her very own precious baby boy! To say I was honored is an understatement and couldn't have been more thrilled to document this special time for them.
I wish nothing but the best for the A. Family! I know you both are terrific parents and baby Jase is so lucky to have you as his parents! I look forward to now watching him grow into a special little boy:)
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