This sweet little thing came to the studio at the beginning of the month and I was OH-SO-HAPPY that she did! She was absolutely BEAUTIFUL in each of the setups and new mom and dad were so proud of their newest addition. They chose the Deluxe Package, which includes multiple looks and set-ups, up-to three hours in the studio, as well as parent and sibling poses. It’s a good thing they chose that package because just look at the cuteness that was captured!
Mommy contacted me during her second trimester (in December), which was the perfect time to schedule a newborn session (even earlier, if possible!). It gave me enough time to fit her into the schedule, pencil in her due date and plan for her session. We chose soft neutral colors with pops of color. Tons of variety!
Tiny baby details
Grandma also got to snuggle the little princess!
And of course mommy moments are the best.
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This family loved their experience, I bet you will too!
“Ella es muy profesional, sabe como consentir y mantener calmado al niño mientras captura la mejor imagen del momento. Transmite hacia los padres la confianza de que su bebe está en las mejores manos. Super recomendada!!! She is very professional, knows how to consent and keep the child calm while capturing the best image of the moment. It conveys to parents the confidence that their baby is in the best hands. Super recommended !!!“
This sweet thing’s mommy contacted me back in October wanting to set up newborn baby photos. Even though mommy was due in February, she wanted to get on the schedule ASAP to guarantee a session spot. She found me on Facebook and I’m so happy she did because this little family of three was amazing to work with. Just look at the cuteness that was captured!
Mom and dad chose the Deluxe Package, which includes many different set-ups and looks, and this little beauty let me work my magic! We got a HUGE variety for their gallery because she was so good and sleepy and perfect. (It also helped that the parents followed my Studio Guide to help prepare for the session;).
Her features were absolutely GORGEOUS! Those little pouty lips…that HAIR! God’s perfect work, right there. Mom expressed that she loved soft purples, pinks and neutrals, which matches my HUGE collection of props, backdrops, bonnets, layers, and headbands in the Newborn Studio–win/win!
I love how the style of the session flows together, while giving different looks. This allows for a gorgeous gallery that has many different images to choose from, but they also go together when printed and hung on in your home.
Now that my family and I have relocated to North Carolina from Wisconsin, I take on every opportunity to do travel sessions for clients. It makes my heart so happy! I guess you could say I am a make-shift destination photographer. I met Cassie and Steve about a year ago (in Menomonee Falls, WI) when Cassie reached out wanting to possibly hire me as a their wedding photographer. You know when you meet people and you just…mesh?! That was Cassie and Steve. I fell in love with the love that they had for each other. So much admiration for this couple. After showing my portfolio and chatting over coffee, we found out we went to the same high school (go MFHS!) and knew a lot of the same people! Our paths crossed many different ways. It was inevitable that we were a good fit.
Cassie and Steve booked one of the wedding packages that included an engagement session, which I always recommend. It really gives me a chance to work with the couple so that we can see how the big day will go. Kind of like a run-through or dress rehearsal without all the stress. We get into a groove where I give gentle direction, but also sit back and let the couple “be a couple.” Fast forward to last summer where we had a gorgeous evening for an incredible engagement session with beautiful golden lighting and absolutely adorable subjects–it was a win/win/WIN! I just KNEW their big day was going to be MAGICAL. And Magical it was…
The BIG DAY~WINTER WONDERLAND
Cassie wanted a snowy, winter wonderland wedding–and chances are if you are planning a wedding in Wisconsin for the end of December, you will get that! However, it had been a mild winter leading up to Christmas. THANKFULLY, a gorgeous snowfall came just before the day covering the ground in beautiful white, sparkly snow. This day would be a day to remember! The bride was absolutely stunning in her dress from Amelishan Bridal . It was perfect for a snowy December wedding paired with gorgeous light blue bridesmaid dresses–each dress had a slightly different style to showcase everyone’s different personalities. The sweet treats were done by the AH-MAZING dynamic duo of Oh Sugar (seriously, if you ever need any type of sweet treat–they are the BEST!). The rustic/chic wedding venue of Terrace 167 made every last detail come together without a hitch. And you guys…the ENERGY of this wedding. The ENERGY! All the guests were so excited to witness the love and union of this couple.
But don’t let ME tell you…go ahead and see for yourself.
As a wedding photographer, I live for emotional moments–I just love the way her daddy looked at her in these images!
KatieRie is a premier portrait and wedding photographer. Always up for adventure and always available for travel.
Wether you are expecting your first bundle of love or this is your fourth tiny miracle, many parents wonder what to expect during a newborn photo session with KatieRie (the ‘Rie’ pronounced REEEEE;). They don’t know what to bring (I’ll cover this), they don’t know how the session will actually go (what if my child CRIES!), they don’t know what the studio will be like (super DUPER WARM)… so I decided to answer some questions in a blog!
Tiny Miracle
CONGRATULATIONS! You are EXPECTING a Tiny BABY!
Now what? I always try to educate people to reach out as soon as they learn they are expecting. That way I can pencil in your due date on my schedule and secure your date. It’s important to take care of this sooner rather than later since I only take a certain amount of newborns each month to insure that each client gets VIP service from yours, Truly. Then, a signed contract and a paid retainer holds a spot for you, which I send over via email. You also have your very own page where you are able to see paid invoices, the calendar, and all our correspondences in one handy spot, making it super easy to keep things organized.
It’s also best to decide if you would like a maternity session as well. These sessions are photographed about an hour before sunset (during Golden Hour) to ensure the gorgeous, dreamy lighting highlights your beautiful bump. These sessions are best around 28-34 weeks, when you have a beautiful bump to showcase, but you aren’t too uncomfortable or swollen. I also help stylize these sessions as well!
What happens after I book?!
Your sessions were booked, you had your gorgeous maternity session and you were STUNNING, what’s next?! I will send an email reminder a few weeks before your due date and I tell parents to contact me once baby arrives. MOST parents send me a text or an email directly from the hospital, once things have settled down a bit. That way I can arrange my schedule and plan for childcare (remember?! I had THREE under THREE?! I have been in your shoes a few times!). Most sessions happen either Saturday or Sunday mornings, SOMETIMES they happen during the week (again, always in the morning). Once I am notified that your baby has arrived, I confirm an exact day and time with you. I then send over a STUDIO GUIDE that I advise parents to try to follow as best as they can to help prepare for the session.
Classic Black & White
Day of Your Session!
Aren’t you EXCITED?! It’s the day of your SESSION, Y’all! At this point of time, we have already discussed color preferences as well as what to bring to your session–no need to bring a THING!. Isn’t that awesome?! The Studio is completely stocked with many, MANY props, layers, textures, headbands, bonnets, backdrops–you name it, I have it! I also advise for parents to only bring the people who are being photographed. It’s important for the atmosphere to remain calm and quiet as I work through the flow of the session with an intimate audience.
The studio is WARM as well, so I tell parents to dress in layers–the studio is for the baby to be cozy and to emulate the womb as much as possible. If parents are planning on being photographed, I recommend neutral clothing–limited patterns and/or bright colors. Same clothing choices for siblings as well.
Sibling Love
Sit back and RELAX!
There’s a reason why parents call me a “Baby Whisperer” and ask if they can hire me to come over in the middle of the night–LOL! I GOT this! It’s your time to sit back and relax. Some parents enjoy watching the session and others doze off for a quick nap. It’s a very calming atmosphere for everyone in the room. I have soothing and wrapping techniques to help keep your baby calm and happy. I absolutely LOVE my job and can’t wait to capture your perfect little miracle.
Let’s CHAT and see if we are a good fit! I would love to capture your Little.
