Attention to Detail–Charlotte Newborn Photographer

In a blink of an eye

You wait a LONG nine months (ok, TEN months, really) to meet your little. You’ve gone through the morning sickness, the restless nights of waking up every twenty minutes to go to the bathroom, the swollen feet, the cravings, the clothes not fitting, the pudgy stage, the uncomfortable stage, the actual labor, and then…you meet this perfect, miracle of a being. Someone you just met, but fell instantly in love with. Someone who holds your entire heart in the tiniest palm. As a newborn photographer, I realize the importance of capturing every. single. detail. Aside from images of babies in the cute props and poses, the wraps, headbands, bonnets, and hats that you will find in my STUDIO, I also get up close and “personal” with your sweet bundle. I capture the sweet little pouty lips, the perfect untouched fingernails, the gorgeous lashes, that amazing head of hair–I capture all of it. For YOU. Why? Because once reality sets in that you have a newborn and you are actually surviving, the first couple weeks go so fast and all of a sudden you will look back and think “holy MOLY! A month FLEW by!” And in that month, your sweetness will have already changed.

My promise to you as your newborn photographer is that I will capture those tiny details for you, so you can look back and see how little your little one was. So you can go back to that feeling of “how in the world did we make this?!” Every last detail I will catch in beautifully unique images that you will hold onto forever.

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April 22, 2018April 12, 2019

The Journey of a Newborn Photographer

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Let’s talk about journeys…(sigh). When I think back to when I first started newborn photography, I reflect on how much I’ve developed my craft. You will (hopefully) see what I’m talking about–take a look at the gallery below…the photos on the top represent my rookie work with the posing, lighting, editing, etc. I mean the actual baby is adorable…babies are always cute and perfect (this one happens to be my own). But when I look at my old work vs. my current work, I see how far I have come in just a few short years (and goodness–I hope you do too!). Let’s talk a little about that journey, shall we?

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Eye on the Prize

I knew I loved photography for a very, very long time. I loved capturing moments. I loved pausing time. I loved the feeling I got when I “hit” the shot just right. When I started doing newborn photography, (pre-kids and pre-husband in my own life–ha!), I knew that this was waaaaaay different than a family session or a session with kids. Yes, I had a “fancy camera.” Yes, I “kind of” knew what I was doing. But I had MAJOR learning to do. I had to really learn the correct camera settings, the lighting (which is HUGE), figure out props, wraps, “outfits,” safety techniques while posing, which lenses to use; I knew I couldn’t do all this on my own. If I wanted to be the best, I had to learn from the best…so I did. I invested in KatieRie Photography. This took a lot of time and a lot of (cough, cough) money. I invested in my business and knowledge and crafted (and continue to craft) my skills so that I can create beautiful images that you will have forever. Timeless, classic pieces of your precious newborn baby. I continue to network with the best newborn photographers in the world so that I can create the very best products for you. Read a little more about one of the newborn photography retreats I attended–> HERE

A Guarantee

When you book a newborn photography session with KatieRie Photography, know you are investing in a photographer who knows safety (#1 priority!), who knows the best practices on editing, camera settings, use of lighting, equipment, use of props, posing–EVERYTHING! I dedicate all my time and energy into making sure you have a fantastic experience and final product.

So you see…the whole “life is a journey” thing? Well I’m doing that…trekking along…on this journey of life. Learning, photographing…creating…for YOU.

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April 20, 2018April 12, 2019

Charlotte Newborn Photography–Adorable Baby Ellis

You know what I LOVE about being a newborn photographer? Is that I get to be a part of one of the most important times in your life. I mean…How cool is that?! I get to document your beautiful pregnancy and then fawn over your precious new bundle with you, chat about your birth experience (which is SO fun sharing and comparing stories!) and talk about possible struggles of being a new parent, or a parent for the second, third, or fourth time. I LOVE getting to know my clients. It’s what fuels my soul.

When this beautiful mommy contacted me, I was so excited to work with her. Not only was she a cousin of one of my childhood friends, but she was super sweet and just as excited to work with me (win/win!). She contacted me for her maternity session–which I believe plays a BIG part in someone’s birth story! People…Don’t forget to document your PREGNANCY! Click here to read more about Maternity Sessions with KatieRie Photography. They are super fun, laid-back and a great chance to get beautified. Well…Aura’s session was gorgeous, her husband was super sweet and they even brought along their adorable fur-son, Hobie.

Fast-forward to April and adorable Baby Ellis arrived and his newborn session was A DREAM. Oh my goodness. Even though he was awake for most of his session, he wasn’t fussing or squirmy–but completely content in the newborn studio. He just wanted to see what the heck I was doing the whole time. Major eye-contact! Or as I like to say “newborn stare-down.” You will see many of his images on my site because I was just that obsessed with his cuteness. He had a full head of beautiful blonde hair and his personality was already shining.

This is what it’s all about. Documenting the perfection that was growing in your womb and documenting the journey along the way. I can’t wait to be YOUR newborn and maternity photographer…I can’t wait to document YOUR journey.

Click HERE to book your session with KatieRie!

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