Inside My Edmonton Photography Studio: From Newborns to First Birthdays
An uncomplicated photo studio located in Edmonton.
I love getting to photograph families through all the little stages that happen so quickly.
It often starts with a newborn session. A sleepy baby, tiny fingers, feeding breaks, cuddles, and that strange feeling that they’ve somehow already changed since yesterday.
Then a few months later, they come back sitting up, smiling, grabbing their toes, and showing off an entirely new personality.
By the time their first birthday arrives, they feel like a completely different little person.
That’s one of my favourite parts of photographing babies in my Edmonton studio. I get to watch families grow, see those personalities unfold, and create a collection of photographs that tells the story of that first year.
My sessions are always relaxed and baby-led. There’s time for feeding, changing, soothing, and letting your little one settle in at their own pace.
Let’s spend some time together.
Your journey with me often begins with you first booking a maternity session. I have an ever-growing maternity gown wardrobe that helps mom simply arrive with hair and makeup done, and I take care of the rest. We even offer custom floral headpieces that can be added to a maternity session or milk bath addition.
Next up, are the newborn photos. Hooray! Baby is here! A newborn session is best booked within the first fourteen days of baby’s birth, while they are still tiny and sleepy. I photograph newborns in a natural and unposed way that allows the baby to shine, with no need for buckets or gigantic headbands. I want my clients to proudly display my timeless images on their walls for generations to come. Big brothers and big sisters are very proud to show off their new family addition, so even capturing a quick kiss on the forehead is an accomplishment for some two-year-olds!
When baby is over three months, they begin to show some real personality. Those big smiles, frowns, funny faces and tummy time is a favourite milestone to photograph. Parents and siblings are always welcome in any baby photo session.
On to the next big milestone! Sitting! I advise parents that if baby is at the six-month mark or older, it’s best to wait for photos until they are sturdy sitters! Having a little one sit on my studio bed or even in a vintage high chair makes for some classic images grandparents are proud to share. I’ve also introduced baby milk bath sessions complete with flowers and greenery to add even more of a Vintage Duck nature-inspired signature look.
Let’s eat some cake! One-year-old sessions are a popular time for the entire family. We start with some sweet cuddles with mom and dad, portraits for the birthday girl or boy and then the messy cake smash often ending in the tiny tub! Check out a one-year-old session video here.
Our friendship doesn’t end here!
After spending a year of getting to know each other, I will be there for your updated fall family photos, mini sessions during the holidays and limited-edition sessions available throughout the year.
