Sacramento Maternity Photography | Queena + Tyler

Queena e-mailed me about a maternity session last year. She let me know I took engagement photos for her co-worker, Andrea, and it is always awesome to meet new families through my past couples. I always get excited about photographing growing families, and this was no exception. Queena and Tyler are both doctors here in Sacramento. We chatted about their maternity leave, world travels, their plans for their new baby. It never surprises me how humans can connect on so many levels, even when we first meet. I can say, with truth, I really enjoy meeting and getting to know people. I feel happiness and anticipation for them to meet their new baby.

The way Tyler and Queena get along is so very sweet. Their relationship is natural and kind and we had a blast wandering the gardens near Land Park. We lucked out with some really pretty sunlight and warm weather, even though it was late fall. Tyler is from back east, and they sported some jerseys to show their new baby boy how much he has to love the family team.

We met in Land Park for their session. Sacramento offers such beautiful spots for photographs, and shooting maternity photos here was perfect. The gardens have the best little spots to tuck couples away and get some lovely, intimate images. The moments were strong here, mainly because these two really love each other and are truly excited for their baby. I know the feeling of waiting not-so patiently for a baby to arrive. I know you’ll be awesome parents. Congrats to you two!!

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December 7, 2017January 1, 2018

Sacramento Maternity Photography | Cristiane + Daniel

When we first met over e-mail, I knew I would love Cristiane. She is sweet, soft-spoken, thoughtful, and gracefully beautiful. She is a professor and works for a non-profit. Cristiane’s love for biology and nature is evident in their home. Her husband, Daniel, is bright, affectionate, and kind. As a pair they are easy to be around, and very gracious. After spending the afternoon with them for their maternity I am already excited to meet their little one in a couple of months.

We decided to start their maternity session in their home, since they are local it only makes sense to capture some images in their favorite place. With their pups frolicking around, I fell in love with the peacefulness of their yard. The fall colored leaves and their garden made the perfect backdrop for some photos outside. I enjoyed their company while we enjoyed the yard. Their beautiful dog, Winston, made an appearance by loving sweetly on his mom’s belly. I know I say this a lot, but in-home sessions are the absolute best. Home provides a special level of comfort.

After taking some photos at home and after Daniel finished his tea, we headed out to a nearby park for sunset pictures. The sunset was perfect, since we avoided rain I was happy with the gorgeous glow around these two. We danced around the puddles on the ground and enjoyed the crisp fall air.

Cristiane sent me this kind message after our session. these words mean so much to me, since I try so hard to capture genuine expressions and moments even in a staged session. Her kindness and thoughtfulness extends even here:

These are wonderful! Thank you. I can’t wait to show Daniel…everything looks so soft and natural. You caught us both in some genuine, relaxed moments. We’ll be cherishing these for a long time to come.

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November 3, 2017

Sacramento Newborn Photography | Baby T

I had the best time with this little boy and his parents. Days seem to move in slow motion when there is a newborn in your home. Looking back on my own newborn experiences is a blur of sleeplessness and diaper changes and feeling overwhelmed. Having a baby is a joy filled experience, but it is also hard and isolating and confusing, especially when you’re navigating being a new parent and learning your new baby’s likes and dislikes.

Babies change a family. They bring fresh life into your home. The soft cries and sweet little coos can melt your heart. Babies also bring growth. These parents are handling all of the changes with such grace and strength. Mama was calm, serene, and absolutely in love with her son. Dad beamed at his boy, so proud and excited about their future.

When I walk into a home for the first time and see a sleeping baby wrapped up in mama’s arms I feel a sense of peace. Every second of a newborn session is memorable. From conversation about delivery, the challenges of breastfeeding, the crazy overwhelming emotions, the struggles, the joy, it means so much to me to be there. There is an immediate bond created between mothers. We know what it’s like to be in this place and every newborn session takes me right back to my own experiences with my boys. It is important to document these fleeting days when baby is so small. When they still fit in your hands. When you looked forward to breathing them in. The days might go by slowly but the years fly by and these photos will be treasured.

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