Welcome Baby Genevieve~Charlotte area Newborn Photographer

I absolutely LOVE capturing newborn photos.  I love newborn babies and their sweet smells, their subtle movements and tiny squawks–every little thing about them is miraculous. This sweet little thing came to the studio and I was all too excited to capture her adorableness and beauty.  Since moving to Gastonia, NC from Milwaukee, WI it has been quite a transition getting the studio prepared for my littlest clients, but every session allows to me to tweak things just so to better serve my southern clients.

This mommy texted me to let me know that her little miracle arrived and I was SO happy to be able to get her into the studio the exact day I flew back to Wisconsin to photograph a wedding. Since I love photographing newborn babies within the first ten days of life, this was perfect timing! Just look at how gorgeous this little one is!

Session Packages

When clients book their Newborn Sessions with KatieRie Photography, they choose between three packages (Classic, Deluxe, and Premium).  Your proof gallery will be presented with MORE images than your package states, so you get to choose your favorites (the amount depends on which package you choose) PLUS you have the option to purchase more files. clients purchase more images or the entire gallery.  Genevieve was SO ADORABLE in ALL of her images, mom and dad had difficulty choosing which images to keep.  I can see why! Can’t you?

What to Bring to your Session

Often times parents ask if they need to bring anything for their session.  The answer is–NO! The studio is STOCKED with the softest fabrics for layers, wraps, bonnets and headbands–all handmade specifically for newborn photography.  Nothing but the best for my little VIP clients! Parents have access to a whole wardrobe for their tiny one. A few favorite vendors I love to work with are A Bit Of String (she handmade the tiny bear in the photos above), Baby Bliss Props and Vanilla Lullaby (headbands). Props, layers and wraps are chosen to compliment the sweet baby, not overpower her presence. I love using soft neutral colors that will stand the test of time hanging in your beautiful home.

Not only was baby beautiful, but this whole family was absolutely stunning! This little family of three is both gorgeous AND kind, and I was super thrilled to be able to work with them in preserving their memories forever.

What about you? Are you expecting or know someone who IS?! Let’s CHAT! And see if we are a good fit for each other!

KatieRie is a PREMIER Charlotte Area Newborn Photographer that specializes in Maternity, Family, Baby, Cake Smash, Seniors and Newborn Photography

Serving the Charlotte (South Gastonia), NC area including, but not limited to Belmont, Gastonia, Huntersville, Davidson, Pineville, Fort Mill, Clover, Matthews, Indian Trail, Concord, and York.

The Secrets Behind Newborn Photography

When I first started out in my photography career about ten years ago, I was drawn to capturing moments that grasped the feeling one felt in that exact time-period. I LOVED that challenge! And I still do! It’s why I love photographing families and babies! However–when I started Newborn Photography about five years ago–this was a whole new ball of wax.  Oh my GOODNESS. I had NO IDEA the time, the commitment, the patience, the money that was behind this craft…and I was intrigued…

Though I still LOVE capturing these treasured family moments,  I find a sense of  great pride when I orchestrate a newborn photo session that I nail on the head. To me, this form of photography is the most challenging…and rewarding. Why?! I’m so glad you asked…

Newborn Photography 101:

It takes a lot of TIME & PATIENCE

Newborn photo sessions take a lot of time. From the consultations, to the session, to the editing, to the final product–these sessions take many, many hours to perfect so that you, the client have gorgeous works of art. Sessions last anywhere from 1-4 hours (depending on which package), however, this is only the beginning of the experience.  Editing takes a great deal of time because newborn skin can be worse than a teenager’s!  Flaky skin, jaundice, baby acne are just some of many things that are fixed during editing.  Editing can take up to five weeks because each image is a work of art. I absolutely LOVE the focus that goes into having a successful session.  It’s what DRIVES me to be best I can be.

It takes a lot of TRAINING (and MONEY)

Guys…I realize…EVERYONE is searching for the BEST deal out there. For EVERYTHING. For toilet paper, for school supplies, for mortgages, for wine (ah-hem). Can I just tell you that with newborn photography, this is the ONE place you should not skimp?! This person is being trusted with your most prized possession. This tiny miracle grew inside of you for ten long months!! This is NOT the time to bargain shop. At. All.  Look for someone who is trained. Who  continually invests in his/her education on a regular basis. Someone who is not desperate to gain clientele. This is the person who will treat you like you are family and who will value your sweet little nugget like their own.

When I decided to truly invest in my newborn photo career, I realized I needed to take the plunge (deep monetary plunge) and learn from the best in the business.  To me, this was Amy McDaniel of Dewdrops Photography. I loved her style, her colors, the props and layers that she used; to me, she was/is the whole package. I searched to see if she offered workshops–and BOOM! She did. I was living in Milwaukee at the time and was itching to go some place warm, and there I saw it.  She was going to be in Charlotte (my future CITY!).  So I invested a small fortune in my business and myself. I learned SO MUCH from this amazingly selfless woman.

During this initial workshop, I learned how to safely pose these precious babies and how to edit to perfection. I soaked in how to soothe and comfort babies so much that nearly every parent has named me the “Baby Whisperer” (haha!). I also learned how to market my business so that I attract clients that are the right fit for what I offer.  This was the best decision I ever made for my business.  And now every year, about 20 newborn photographers from across the country meet in Panama City Beach to learn and network from each other.  Each of these ladies continue to push me to be the best version of myself in this business.  I also continue to learn and grow from many other talented photographers from around the world.  What an amazing job I have! *sigh*

It’s more than just “Taking Pictures;” It’s the experience

When you book with KatieRie Photography, you get VIP treatment from the very start. We talk about your vision and style as well as mine, and if we are a good fit for each other. The photography studio is all-inclusive and well stocked with state-of-the-art equipment which includes my cameras, lenses, lighting and thousands of props, wraps, layers, backdrops, headbands and hats to suit my clients’ desires and needs. All my clients need to do is show up for their session and I will take care of the rest.  Sometimes parents even pop in a quick cat-nap since the studio is so warm and cozy!

I also include a variety of unique products that are exclusively sold to photographers. These are fine-art pieces that won’t be found at Hobby Lobby or Michaels! The products are hand-made and will help showcase the gorgeous images from your session in a unique fashion!

Investing is WORTH it

Taking the time for find the right fit for you is worth it. Just take a look at my before and after: The top photo is my daughter five years ago, before I truly invested in my training…The bottom picture is from a current gallery.  The photos speak volumes!

When you invest in KatieRie Photography, you are investing in the experience we share together. Many clients come away from sessions feeling like we are family. You can’t put a price tag on that!

Think we are a GOOD FIT for each other? Let’s Chat!