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5 Tips for a successful (and sleepy) Newborn Photography Session
February 28, 2022 - 5 Tips for a successful (and sleepy) newborn session. As a newborn photographer in Kansas City, my goal is to make your...
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Eve Pink Winter Onederland Cake Smash
July 28, 2021 - Booking your cake smash in Kansas City has never been easier. Each session is fully customized with pre-portraits, famil...
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Fort Leavenworth, KS, Lansing, KS, Kansas City Newborn Portraits | Karson
November 09, 2020 - This sweet boy was over nine pounds when he was born! He was very content and loved being all swaddled up! I loved that...
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The Home Studio | Shelly Pray Photography | Lansing, KS Newborn Photographer
October 20, 2020 - As many of my friends and followers know, we recently relocated to Kansas from Colorado. 2020 has changed many businesse...
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Kansas City Newborn Portraits | Lansing, KS | River Newborn
August 13, 2020 - Newborn Baby Portraits in Lansing, KS have never been easier! My business has grown over the last 7 years to include eve...
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Kansas City Studio Maternity Portraits | Gidney | Lansing, KS
August 07, 2020 - Taking the time to capture this stage of your life can make you feel beautiful and empowered. Whether it is your first o...
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Best Kansas City Newborn Photographer | Baby James
August 06, 2020 - Today's sweet baby is now almost 5 months old. This was the last newborn session before our shutdown back in March. Whil...
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Baby Daniel Newborn Portraits
August 03, 2020 - Newborn mini sessions are the perfect opportunity to get some simple baby focused portraits. My newborn mini sessions in...
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Kansas City, Leavenworth, Lansing Newborn Portraits | Josiah
February 16, 2020 - Newborn Photographers in Kansas City are easy to find but finding the best quality portraits can be difficult. I will cu...
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Kansas City, Fort Leavenworth Cake Smash Portraits | Baby Dane Wild One
February 16, 2020 - Cake Smash Photography in Kansas City has never been easier! I strive to create a custom styled experience for each of m...
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Mommy and Me Colorado Springs Mother's Day Giveaway Winners!
May 13, 2019 - There was no way to fairly select who was most deserving of this free session. I know how hard it is to have a deployed...
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Red Rocks Colorado Springs, CO Family Portraits | Pullig Family
May 09, 2019 - It is getting to be that time of year again here in Colorado Springs, CO! Time to hike and explore and enjoy some gorgeo...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Photography | Fort Carson | Baby Maren
March 06, 2019 - What's included in your newborn portrait session with Shelly Pray Photography?
I go back in forth in my sales and prici...
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Colorado Springs, CO Newborn Portraits | Jordyn
February 27, 2019 - Let's talk about the best photographer in your area? What sets them apart? What makes you choose them capture your new b...
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Newborn Photographer, Colorado Springs, CO | Fort Carson | Baby Crevier
February 21, 2019 - So you are expecting?! What an exciting time! I am excited for you. I remember each time I found out I had a little one...
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Colorado Springs, CO Cake Smash Portraits | Baby Remmy
February 18, 2019 - This little one was born in Hawaii and moved here to Colorado Springs just a few months ago. As an Island Baby theme we...
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Colorado Springs, CO Cakesmash Portraits | Mermaid Riley Portraits
February 18, 2019 - First year portraits are so much fun. I really enjoy designing custom sets for my clients. I literally spend hour sourci...
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Colorado Springs Baby Photographer | Baby Rivenbark
February 18, 2019 - I have photographed this sweet girl since she was a newborn. She moved alllllll the way across the country a few months...
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Colorado Springs, CO Fort Carson Newborn Photography | Sneed Newborn
February 18, 2019 - This sweet gal was born just before Christmas! She came to me at 5 weeks new but posed like a tiny newborn! As a newborn...
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Colorado Springs, CO Fort Carson Newborn Photography | Techara Newborn
February 18, 2019 - Baby girls in the color blue are always my favorites! This aqua was just perfect. This sweet babe even gave me a few smi...
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Colorado Springs, CO Newborn Portraits | Tucker Newborn | Fort Carson, CO
February 18, 2019 - So many Army families here in Colorado Springs. I am so lucky to live in this community and be able to work with these n...
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Colorado Springs Family Photographer | Tyner Family | Fort Carson Portraits
February 18, 2019 - Colorado Springs offers the most gorgeous locations for family sessions year round! This awesome family came to me in De...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Photographer | Zarzecki Newborn | Baby Portraits
February 18, 2019 - When is the best time to book your newborn photography session? I always like to think the sooner the better! Most clien...
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Colorado Studio Maternity Portraits | Maggie | Fort Carson Coloraodo
February 17, 2019 - Oh my! I know I say this allllll the time but pregnant ladies in the studio is life. I really prefer simple, mommy and b...
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Colorado Springs Cake Smash Portraits | Nova | Country Strawberry Cake Smash
February 17, 2019 - Happy Happy Birthday little Miss! This little one came to the studio for her country strawberry cake smash! I was sure s...
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Maternity Portraits, Colorado Springs, CO | Gracy Studio Maternity
February 17, 2019 - Look at this glowing mommy-to-be! I wish I had looked this beautiful when I was expecting. This little boy is expected i...
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Colorado Springs Quality Newborn Portraits | Baby | Fort Carson Baby
February 07, 2019 - Welcome to the world Baby K! This sweet little man came to me at 10 days new. He was happy to be all wrapped up and snug...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Portraits | Whitehead Newborn | Fort Carson, CO
February 06, 2019 - This little dude was so sweet for his session and patient while we worked with big brother to get the perfect sibling po...
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Colorado Springs Senior Photographer | Mackenzie Senior Portraits | Fountain Creek Park, CO
February 03, 2019 - If you follow me, you know I mostly work with tiny humans... only a few days old. I like using my creative juices and ta...
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Colorado Springs Baby Photography | Baby Matthew | Citrus Fruit Bath |
January 30, 2019 - Can I tell you I was not prepared for all this cuteness?! Mom contacted me about a fruit bath with her 6 month old and I...
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Colorado Spring Family Photography | Biggerstaff Family | Palmer Park, CO
January 30, 2019 - Exploring Colorado Springs, Fort Carson and the Pike's Peak region has been an amazing experience. Every time I have a n...
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Colorado Spring Maternity Photographer | Felicity | Milk Bath
January 27, 2019 - Pregnancy is such a beautiful time. I am always in awe of these beautiful moms that come to me to document this time. It...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Photographer | Oliver | Baby Photography
January 24, 2019 - I am pretty far behind on my blogs. This little dude was actually born about a year ago... but due to a busy last year I...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Photographer | Winter | Baby Photography
January 23, 2018 - This sweet girl was born just before Christmas and came to the studio at 30 days new! While I love to get newborns in wi...
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Stella | Lifestyle Mini Newborn | Colorado Springs Newborn Photographer
March 18, 2017 - I love purely baby focused sessions. I am dedicated to helping parents achieve their vision of what they want their newb...
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Be-You-tiful Headshots
March 09, 2017 - Do I really need professional head shots?
The short answer is YES! And here are some reasons why.
1. You have a job Ma...
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Graham | Newborn Portrait Photography | Colorado Springs, Fort Carson Newborns
March 06, 2017 - 8 days new! Look how much he has already changed in the past week. I love getting to capture these babies when they are...
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The Ross Family | Colorado Springs, CO, Fort Carson | Baby Graham
March 02, 2017 - A new sweet babe at not even 24 hours old. You cannot deny the emotion of the first few days. This little man decided to...
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Leavenworth Newborn Portraits | Henry | Colorado Springs, CO
March 01, 2017 - Welcome to the world Henry! This sweet boy was such a doll to work with. Mom and Dad wanted to incorporate some special...
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Leavenworth Newborn Portraits | Quinn | Colorado Springs Newborn Photographer
August 17, 2016 - An exciting time here in Kansas! This was my first newborn in the new home-studio. This is my third time moving my busin...
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Colorado Springs, CO | Extended Family Portraits | Family Reunion Photography | Cotter Family
August 12, 2016 - This was my first session here in Kansas! I am so excited to have my camera out and taking client photos again! I was ve...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Portraits | Paisley Elizabeth
July 24, 2016 - It is always an honor to be asked to capture another photographer's family. I met Nicole a little over a year ago throug...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Portrait Photography | Tenley
July 14, 2016 - The formal portraits! If you look back on my blog you will find Maternity and Fresh 48 images from this lovely family. I...
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Fresh 48 | Colorado Springs Newborn Photographer | Welcome Baby Hospital Portraits
July 12, 2016 - I was waiting on eggshells for this little darling to arrive. Mom and Dad hadn't found out the gender before birth and t...
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Kansas City, Fort Leavenworth Newborn Photography | Baby Q | Newborn Portraits
July 05, 2016 - This sweet little boy was born almost 11 weeks early. Weighing in at only 2lbs 10ounces he did so well and grew steadily...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Photography | Mackenzie | Newborn Child and Family Photography
May 11, 2016 - Welcome to the world Mackenzie! After having two boys, mom and dad have welcomed this beautiful baby girl! At just over...
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Andrew's Cake Smash | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography | One Year Portraits
March 21, 2016 - I love cake! And so do most little ones. Sometimes they need some convincing but making messes is pretty easy for most o...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Child and Family Photography | Baby Zoe | Shelly Pray Photography
March 21, 2016 - Oh how I love this sweet baby girl. When I photograph newborns, most of the time is spent taking photos, soothing baby,...
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Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography | Newborns | Keon
March 06, 2016 - Another gorgeous little boy. It took me a while to get this on the blog but he is so cute! When Mr. Keon came to the stu...
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Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography | Heidi | Newborn Portraits
March 04, 2016 - This past year most of my college roommates have been having babies. I have been lucky to be in NY where I can visit the...
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Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography | Gahr | WNY Newborn Portraits
February 29, 2016 - When I think of winter in Buffalo, NY, I do not picture sunny warm days in February and green grass! This year had been...
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Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography | Maddox | Buffalo, NY | Portraits
February 26, 2016 - I love meeting new families and getting to snuggle these precious little ones! Mr. Maddox arrived 5 weeks early but was...
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Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography | William the Fireman
February 05, 2016 - Mr. William had such a fun time smashing this fiery cake! He loved the red frosting and making a big mess! For each cake...
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Newborn Portrait Photographer Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
February 02, 2016 - Another beautiful baby girl that came to the studio. I met mom several month back as a model for a local photographer me...
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Gibson Family | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
February 02, 2016 - I love fall in the northeast. It is just getting to be peak season here in Buffalo, NY. The leaves are just gorgeous. I...
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Welcome Baby | Fresh 48 | Colorado Springs Newborn Child and Family Photography | Baby Brooke
February 02, 2016 - Oh sweet new baby smell. It is better than apple pie smell and new car smell and fresh laundry smell. I love capturing t...
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Colorado Springs Newborn Child and Family Photography
February 02, 2016 - This whole session just makes me smile! I loved it all. Baby was so awesome and calm! And if I didn't mention she was ad...
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Buffalo Twins Photographer | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
February 02, 2016 - Twins, Twins, Twins! Photographing twins is so amazing! It maybe more fun than taking photos of just one baby. It is def...
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Buffalo Triplet Photography | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
February 02, 2016 - Capturing tiny babies is not always an easy task. When these babies momma contacted me her little ones were already abou...
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Golden Twins | First Birthday Cake Smash | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
February 02, 2016 - When planning for your little one's first birthday, it is a tradition to give them their very own cake and let them go t...
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Steph and Ryan Maternity | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
September 08, 2015 - More of my friends are having babies this year! So excited to meet and snuggle them. This is the year of the baby for ma...
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Harborfest 2015 Fireworks by Grucci | Oswego, NY
July 26, 2015 - Spent some time in one of my most favorite places this weekend. Oswego holds a dear place in my heart. I miss it when I...
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Buffalo Family Photographer | Caryl Family
July 14, 2015 - Last week I was able to visit home (back towards Syracuse, NY) and had a few lovely family sessions. Josh's mom is my hu...
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Paper Mill Island Fireworks | Tips for photographing Fireworks | WNY Photographer
June 15, 2015 - It's Fireworks Season!
I like to get a few fireworks shows in around the Fourth of July. Since I have been home and vis...
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Free Lightroom Presets | Maternity, Newborn, Child and Family Photography | Buffalo NY
June 11, 2015 - I have never been a huge fan of Lightroom Presets. I know that some edit with them and are 100% thrilled as they save lo...
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Nolan | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
June 08, 2015 - A couple weeks late but finally getting Nolan to the blog! He was an adorable little model for his newborn session. He w...
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Buffalo Newborn Photography | JJ | WNY Maternity, Newborn, Child and Family Portraits
June 02, 2015 - This adorable little peanut came to me at 16 days new! He was a dream to work with. I loved meeting his mother Angela an...
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Jaxon | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
May 19, 2015 - Jaxon came to me as a Newborn Mini Session winner. His mom participated in a contest on my Facebook page a few months ag...
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Arthur | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
May 17, 2015 - I love working with this little man. He is the happiest little guy. He was so content as a newborn and happy during his...
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Iantosca | Buffalo Maternity and Newborn Photography | Buffalo, NY
May 17, 2015 - This beautiful couple is expecting their first child in just a few short weeks! They are so excited to welcome a tiny ba...
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Addison | Buffalo Newborn Photography | Buffalo, NY Maternity and Newborn Portraits
May 12, 2015 - I could have worked with this sweet baby girl for hours! She was super snuggly and posable but she does have a very loud...
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Katie and Ben | Buffalo Portrait Photography | Engagement
April 20, 2015 - I was so happy to get together with Katie and Ben to help document this step in their journey! Ben is one of my husband'...
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Buffalo Newborn Photography | Grant | Buffalo, NY Newborn, Child and Family Photographer
April 15, 2015 - Grant
I was so happy to meet this sweet little boy at 8 days new. He was very alert and wanted to know just what we wer...
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Kelder | Buffalo Maternity Portraits | Newborn, Child and Family Photography
March 25, 2015 - I was so excited to get together with one of my favorite people. She is one of my first college roommates to start a fam...
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Thompson Kids | Child Photographer | Newborn, Child and Family Portraits | Buffalo, NY
March 24, 2015 - These little ones came to see me for a milestone session. They were just adorable. I can't wait until I can get outside...
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Khloe | Fort Leavenworth Newborn Child and Family Photography
March 23, 2015 - I am so lucky to be chosen to capture some of the most precious moments in a family's life. New babies amaze me in so ma...
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DiPasquale | Buffalo Portrait Photographer | Buffalo Newborn Photography | Amherst, NY
March 15, 2015 - This little man came to me at 8 days new. He was a dream baby to work with. Mom had a few requests as they love baseball...
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Arthur | Buffalo Newborn Photographer | WNY Photography
March 09, 2015 - This is this Arthur's second session with me. I am so happy that his momma is dedicated to capturing his first year. I l...
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Mya | Buffalo Newborn Photographer | WNY Baby, Child and Family Photography
March 03, 2015 - I love getting to meet and capture all of these tiny babies. Ms. Mya was just adorable and look at that full head of hai...
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McGuires | Buffalo Maternity and Newborn Photography | WNY Photographer
March 03, 2015 - We have been having some mighty chilly weather here in NY. Luckily, this weekend made it into the 20s. A regular heatwav...
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William | Buffalo Newborn Photographer | Maternity and Newborn Portraits | Buffalo, NY
February 02, 2015 - This sweet little man came for his newborn portraits on Superbowl Sunday! He took a while to get settled but he posed fo...
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Tessa | Buffalo Newborn Photographer | WNY Baby and Maternity Photography
January 28, 2015 - This sweet girl came to the studio a while back and was just lovely to work with. I completely missed blogging her due t...
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How to Composite Images in Photoshop | Buffalo Newborn Photographer
January 23, 2015 - Many newborn images have to be done as a composite of two or more images in order to assure the safety of the tiny babie...
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Arthur's Newborn Session | Buffalo, NY | Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photography
January 20, 2015 - This sweet little boy was ten pounds of squishiness. He was so alert and wanted to know exactly what I was doing. It too...
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Posing Tutorial | Newborn Posing Guide | Buffalo, NY | Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photography
January 19, 2015 - I wanted to share some posing tips with some of my fellow photogs. I am not currently offering mentoring as I still feel...
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Russo Maternity Session | Buffalo, NY | Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photography
January 12, 2015 - This lovely couple will be welcoming a baby girl next month! We were lucky that it warmed up to a cozy 26 degrees for th...
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Batch processing in Photoshop
November 09, 2014 - Huge fan of saving time here! As I have been doing some outsourced editing for some awesome photographers I have been tr...
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Bugman Babies | Buffalo, NY | Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photography
September 30, 2014 - These little ones were so sweet at just 13 days old. They were born 5 weeks early but came out ready to go. Happy and he...
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The Future Mr. and Mrs. Pray
September 27, 2014 - Katie and Brad were on my blog a couple months ago getting engaged. If you don't remember look back and check it out. It...
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Caitlin and Shane are Engaged | Buffalo, NY | Newborn, Child and Family Photographer
September 21, 2014 - Caitlin and Shane are getting married. This couple was fun and so easy to work with. You can just tell they are in love.
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Piorkowski Family
August 25, 2014 - It has been a month since my last real session! With our move, we are just getting settled, meeting new people and tryin...
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Saxby's Winter Session
February 12, 2014 - This lovely couple is from Georgia so they jumped on the opportunity to have a snow session. I am so glad they did!...
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Free Snow Overlays!!
February 11, 2014 - Hey Fans! I am excited that today Mother Nature has given us some beautiful snow to work with here in North Carolina. Th...
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Wyatt Dylan
December 13, 2013 - Welcome Wyatt Dylan. December 11, 2013. You are so loved.
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Baby Laken!
October 27, 2013 - I have said this before but the Fresh 48 is my favorite kind of session. I love to meet new babies and new parents to ca...
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Ashley's Maternity Session
October 15, 2013 - This little person will be here within the next few weeks! Daddy just returned home (this past weekend) from a 6 month d...
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Fresh 48
September 09, 2013 - I love the FRESH 48! This is the most exciting time for a new mom. Whether it is baby #1 or #5 you need to document this...
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