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Unlike traditional posed newborn photos in Rochester NY that take place in a studio, my newborn sessions take place in the comfort of your home where can feel more at ease. I use natural light to create a warm, organic feel, while taking a mainly documentary-approach to your session. My approach to photography is about more than just creating beautiful portraits—it’s about preserving the raw, fleeting beauty of new life through organic, heartfelt storytelling.

It’s easier than you think to get beautiful newborn photos at home. You don’t need a clean home or beautiful decor, just one good window for light. Here’s how I do it!

Moving Forward as a Photographer in Rochester NY When I worked in nonprofit and community organizing, debriefing was always a big priority for us. We debriefed everything! To wrap up a debrief with some practical takeaways, I always found it helpful to answer these 3 simple questions: What should we CONTINUE doing?What should we STOP […]

You can take intimate maternity photos anytime of year but in Winter in Rochester NY, sometimes it’s your only option. Here’s how to best the absolute best

I get requests for maternity photos in flowers ALL the time–but this request was different.

It was a perfectly mild evening on a late Spring day for this couple’s maternity session at Durand Eastman Beach. Over the lake, the skies were cloudy yet the bright sun cut right through them, creating this dramatic golden light. I used to get intimated by photographing people in harsh light like this. But over […]

I think these photos are something special.

Follow this advice for what to wear in your maternity photos to help your pregnancy photos stand out and accentuate your natural beauty!

There’s something that feels so natural about floral maternity photos, am I right? Flowers bloom to welcome new life, the perfect metaphor for birthing bodies. All of my clients have the option to add a bespoke floral arrangement to their maternity session. During your Style & Concept consultation, I walk you through a design process […]

I’ve assembled a list of my top 5 best locations for maternity photos in Rochester NY. I chose them based on my own experience with the terrain, the lighting, their accessibility during different seasons, and of course, how the photos turn out (the most important indicator)! Of all of the photoshoot locations in Rochester NY, […]