Professional Photos: Studio Babies

Some of my favorite photography, is to no surprise, babies! Taking professional photos in a studio is so much fun. Using a studio gives you so much freedom to decorate and create whatever backdrop you would like. Maybe you would like to keep it simple, and maybe you would like to go all out and make it super fun and over the top. I think both methods are just as great.

Whether you have a specific occasion to celebrate or not, I make these professional photos as fun as can be (for both the parent and the baby of course). Here are some fun studio shots I’ve taken in the past.

Baby Cake Smash Professional Photos

The good ole cake smash photos will never get old! Your baby is free to be themselves, have some fun and we end up with cute photos in the end. The easiest part about this photo idea, is that all we have to do is provide the cake and sit back and watch.

No need to spend a lot of time outfit planning, and using props and poses. Instead the baby gets to do what the baby does best, make a mess! The babies also get so excited and interested in the cake that they forget I am even there.

This is one of the cutest ways to remember your child’s first birthday. A cake is such an icon for birthday celebrations and one of the best memories I have of my children, is giving them their first birthday cake.

As they get older, the cuteness doesn’t stop, but just becomes different. You start to try and teach them how to blow out the candles which results in them spitting all over the cake, another great memory for me.

This girl is just fabulous! Her parents wanted to incorporate the cake idea, however they wanted the backdrop to be an entire party. We used necklaces, hair bands, and all of the party decor to give these photos so much excitement and life.

Let’s just say she had her own little birthday party and I got to photograph it. I love how this turned out, and if you ask me, I think your baby should be celebrated this big!

If you aren’t so into thinking the cake idea, there are other ways to celebrate your child’s birthday with professional photos.

Birthday Professional Photos

Maybe you’re not sold on the cake smash idea. There are so many other cute ways to document a birthday! For example, this young fella turned one and we utilized letters, balloons and other props to enhance the studio photos.

This photoshoot was just as fun, and there wasn’t a mess to clean up in the end. Using props and letters are a great way to tell a story through the photos. Years ago, the photos printed all had the dates and times in the corner, or if you were like me you would write the date on the back of the photo. Using these props to say that you are celebrating his first birthday is a great way to remember he was turning one around the time these were taken.

A cute way to document your own photos at home, is by using a letter board to type out the celebration or the date that the photo was taken.

Sibling Professional Photos

Daughters Photos Northern Kentucky

Why just photograph one baby when you have three adorable little girls? This photoshoot was super fun because I got to work with three daughters. We also got to use a flower wall backdrop which was super fun and pretty.

Having photos of not just your newest born, but all of your children at once is so special. I’ve noticed that the babies often feel a lot more comfortable when they get to imitate their older siblings. How cute are these girls?!

We spent time getting individual shots of each of the daughters and then had some fun posing all three of them together. They made my job easy, because siblings are really good at making other siblings laugh.

Final Words

Newborn photos are my speciality, but toddlers are some of the most fun to photograph. They are old enough to sit up on their own, play with what is in front of them, use props to stand, and start to really grow into their personality.

I’m biased, but I can’t get enough pictures of my children. I think one of the best things you can do for them is document their childhood. I know even for me it’s still so fun looking back on old family photos and reminiscing about those times. Your children will be grown in the blink of an eye and what will you have to look back on?

It’s not too late either if you feel like you’ve missed the chance. No matter the age, it’s always a great idea for family photos. My children will be teenagers and yes I will still be making them take pictures.

I hope you enjoyed these photos as much as I did and if you were looking to schedule a photographer, check out my information page for package details and prices.

Cincinnati Portrait Photography- Thank You!

How crazy is it that it’s already April?! I feel like I was just setting my new years resolution goals like, yesterday. And no, we don’t need to get into whether or not I am still sticking to them (haha).

I like to occasionally make a sappy post here and there, because you guys will never know how grateful I am for your business. As a Cincinnati Portrait Photographer, I get to meet so many awesome people. Not only do I get to meet so many great people, you guys always welcome me into your home, and your family with open arms!

I believe I have some of the best clients around, and you deserve a post just devoted to saying thank you.

I recently was able to get this video made that shows majority of my photos, and puts them in a unique story board. Watching videos like this always spark emotion because I am truly passionate about what I do. I love getting to see how many different faces I’ve been able to capture over the years. The constant love and support I’ve gotten from all of you is another bonus. Including some of the very special reviews I’ve received.

Studio Portrait Photography

This review is one of my favorite reviews ever because it’s genuine and gives you a good look into what I do, and why I like to do it.

Carrie Lynne Photography is awesome! She did the “first year” for each of our children and a family session now that they are older. Family pictures with little kids is not super fun in and of itself (with tears, potty issues, and other shenanigans) but Carrie finds ways to make it fun and always captures the perfect moments. There have been several times when I walk away thinking “oh my, there is no way she was able to capture a moment where all of us were looking at her” but she does. And the photos are BEAUTIFUL!! We have done photos at parks, downtown, and in her studio and they have all turned out beautifully. I highly recommend her for all of your family and newborn photo needs!

This review captures everything I would love to communicate with you guys! Yes, first year photos can be difficult especially for the parent, when it comes to preparation. However, no matter what the circumstance is, we make it fun, we work with what we got and I promise you’ll love your photos.

With all the possible tears, potty issues, outfit malfunctions, whatever the case may be, I am determined to get a smile in between and during those moments. Children are children and sometimes it’s those photos that make the best ones and really capture real life.

This is one of my favorite portrait sessions recently. I love how we were able to incorporate so much color. Cake shots are always so much fun for everyone involved (especially the children). If you’re worried about your child smiling during the photo session, just bring a cake! It works 99% of the time.

Lastly, portrait photography can be taken in my studio and even outside, such as downtown Cincinnati or your local neighborhood park! I’ve always been drawn to portrait photography because even though you can get a stunning landscape photo, I think it’s the people behind the photos that make them so special. Human life is so precious and having the ability to capture it, is such a blessing to me. Whether its a newborn or an adult portrait photography session, it’s so special to me. Every person has an individual story, and each person continues to evolve and change throughout seasons.

Home Portrait Photography

I am so grateful for clients who welcome me into their home to capture photos. In home portrait sessions are always some of my favorites because the pictures come off so genuine and natural. Sometimes people get nervous and tense of with a camera in their face, but an in home photo shoot always seems to help calm those nerves.

Being in the comfort of your home allows you to relax and be your authentic self. It’s also super fun to look back at old pictures and remember some of the furniture, wall paper, and decor you had in your home.

This home session, we were able to get some individual shots of the newborn baby, the parents together and even big brother! This is a great way to capture the entire family at once. The newborn photos are a great reason to schedule a photo session, but it’s just as important to capture the entire family together.

This family did such a beautiful job coordinating outfits and look how photogenic they are! They truly made my job so easy and so much fun.

No matter what the occasion is, it’s always a great time to get your photos taken. Now that spring is among us, the sun is going to stay out later and later giving us the best opportunity for sunset photos.

Outdoor Portrait Photography

I’ve mentioned the benefits when it comes to studio and in home portraits, but sunset photos are hard to beat! Nature can be your best friend or your worst enemy when it comes to photography. When mother nature decides to cooperate, it’s game over!

These gorgeous photos I captured during sunset and they are stunning. The natural lighting and beautiful colors of the sky, are breathtaking. The way the sun was able to illuminate this mother to be’s belly was my favorite part.

Final Words

If you have worked with me before, I just want you to know that I appreciate you and I am so thankful you chose me to capture you and your family! I look forward to being a part of all of your big life moments.

If you haven’t worked with me before, I hope this post inspired you to give me a shot (or a photographer in general). I believe getting professional photos taken, are priceless! If you are interested in booking a session with me, visit carrielynnephotography.com and check out my information page. On this page, you can choose the best package for you.