Newborn Shoot in Lititz, PA

When I walked in the house the kitchen had so much natural light I was so happy!  I love shooting with natural light if I can!  And it looked pretty empty.  I said to Dad, “You must have cleaned this out just for me?.  He replied, “No, we just moved.”  We both laughed!  I am glad they did just move gave me plenty of space!

Their baby was sleeping peacefully when I arrived.  Once we started the session, he decided he wanted to be awake and fight me!  Dad was wonderful!  He would rock and shh him to help me.  Mom was breastfeeding so she was great and knew if she came anywhere near him, he would expect food!  I really loved working with this family.

The older brother was full of spunk and energy.  He wanted to help me set up and talk to me the whole time.  I really don’t mind this.  I prefer them to do that because they warm up to you and aren’t afraid of you when it’s time to take the photos.

The superhero costumes were so fun.  Older brother loves to be Batman!  He was fighting the bad guys as I was leaving.  Too cute!  Lucky I have a son and am up on my superhero’s! newborn and sibling dressed in superhero custumes newborn posed in basket

Babies, Babies and More Babies

So today I was looking over some of my recent babies and I thought I would talk a little bit about how I started this company.   I ventured out on my own in photography a little over 6 years ago.  I bought a nice Nikon camera and a brand new Mac and thought I was set.  Started a business with a co-worker and we were off!  Little did I know how much actually went into this new venture I started.

After working with the friend for less than 6 months, we decided to split ways and create our own companies.  She ended up getting away from photography completely. So that is how Precious Image Photography began while pregnant with my last child.  So until she was about 2 I didn’t truly become serious about making this work.   She is now almost 5.  Things are going great!

Why babies? Well I worked at the baby hospital in my local area for over 4 years as the Photography Manager.  I learned there that I love working with babies.  I also got plenty of experience with them.  This gave me the safety knowledge and the skills needed.  I also got the experience of working with the new moms and learning how to listen to them and understanding whether this is their first child or fourth, how different they can be.

 

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How adorable is a sleeping baby?

So I learned and absorbed as much as I could.  I would watch videos, attend workshops, and learn from anyone willing to teach me.  I have come so far and I love that the learning will never end!  My skills are always improving and my love for this deepens.  Photography is such an amazing gift to have and share!

 

Generation Shoot

Too cute!

This was a quick shoot before a storm.  We did it right at their house and used the surroundings.  I can work with anything.  I will find a way to get the right light and the best background available.  How cute is the little one?  She is so sweet too!  Very quiet and well spoken!  Enjoy!

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Too cute!

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Love her little face

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Such a cute family!

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How true is this sign for everyone?

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One of my favs by far!

 

Mother’s Day Session

Having your photo in the Lancaster Newspaper Mother’s Day Tribute is exciting!  I am super excited to have so many participants this year.  I really got a chance to meet some great families.  When I did this family, the little girl was just a ball of fire!  I had so much fun with her!  She was interested in everything I was doing and wouldn’t sit still, but what else would you expect from a 3 year old?  Typical.  I was prepared!  I have 3 kids, nothing phases me!  Kids will be kids!  Check out some of her adorable faces!  I can’t wait to do their photos again!

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How can you resist that face?

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Precious!!

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Just priceless!

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Happy Mother’s Day!

 

 

 

 

Tina Family/Baby Session

I will be photographing Tina’s sisters wedding this fall.  I got a chance to meet her family and do some great shots with them.  Her little chunky monkey was a spirited baby to work with.  He needed his pacifier to keep happy until we ready to snap.  Works for me!  I am a go with the flow type of photographer.  Not every shot is going to be perfection, especially working with small ones.  I will constantly move myself to follow the child where i need them to be in the frame of my camera.  This is something that just comes natural to me.  Enjoy!

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Cute little owl.

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Love is beautiful!

 

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Why are you looking at me?

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Two brothers!

 

 

 

Lorelai Arrives Early

I was contacted by Lorelai’s mother in January about doing a birth session.  I was over the moon excited to be able capture such a special moment in someone’s life.  Her parents didn’t know whether she was a girl or boy.   They were most excited in capturing the moment of when they found out.  Sadly Lorelai came quick and I arrived about 10 minutes after she.  Most importantly thought she is healthy!  We were able to capture some great shots and moments.  Enjoy!

 

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Love how she is looking at mom!

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Foot print time

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Who doesn’t love baby feet?

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First family photo with new baby -1 big brother.

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Love these shots!

 

 

 

 

 

Meet Miss Delaney Jones

Miss Delaney decided to come into the world early.  She was ready!!  And she just slept through her entire session.  Made life easy for mom and I!  I had a blast working with her and editing her sweet face.  Look at her, how can I not love my job?  Enjoy!!

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Such a sweet face!

Working with the little ones can be challenging but I wouldn’t change it!  Seeing the end result is always very exciting.  I am not sure who is more excited to see them, me or the mom!

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Love me some baby feet!!

Working with babies is such a rewarding part of the job.  I can hold and snuggle with the new ones and create art for families to treasure for years to come!

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So sweet!

 

 

 

Miss Julia Arrives

Julia’s mother and I worked together at a local hospital doing newborn photography.  So when she had her baby I couldn’t resist going over and getting some shots of her to model for me!  This was one of the quickest newborn shoots I have ever done.  We made this happen quick!  She was up for anything and only fussed a little.  Mostly stayed asleep, which is what you want in a newborn shoot.  Check out some of the great shots!

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This is one of my absolute favs!!

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One of the few moments she opened her eyes!

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Who can resist putting a bunny outfit on?

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Aw sweet Julia!

Brantlee Newborn Session

I saw a post that my mother’s cousin had become a grandmother again.  I messaged her that I would love to do some photos of the new little arrival.  She had been wanting to have me do some photos of someone in her family for a little while now.  This was the perfect opportunity, a baby!!  So here are some of the pics from his session.   I managed to work with him in a very tight space and get some cute shots.

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He was asleep and then awake and then back to sleep.  Perfect for getting all views of him!

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Baby Brayden Comes Early

Brayden decided to make his debut 3 weeks early like his older brother, Brenden.  Mom and I were super excited on photo day and were texting back and forth talking about how much he sleeps.  Well we jinxed ourselves.  This boy didn’t sleep the ENTIRE session.  I was there for 3 hours!  I am so glad I was able to get some great shots regardless.  In the 4 years I photographed the newborns at the hospital I learned how unpredictable they can be and how each one is different and will allow different poses.  I work with what they do and allow.

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How amazing are those blue eyes?

Sometimes we get stuck on wanted something in particular and being obsessed on getting “the shot”.  I try for shots and if baby wants no parts of it, I move on and get what baby wants!

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Mama is a Coca Cola fan!

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The illusion of a sleeping baby!!!

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The beautiful family!