Harrison | Newborn Photographer Bakersfield

Newborn Photographer Bakersfield

In July 2010 when I opened my photography business, I never would have imagined that I’d specialize and be a newborn photographer. It’s HARD, it’s posed, and it’s redundant. Everything I wanted to steer away from when I got started. I can’t tell you exactly why studio newborn photography really grabbed me because it was a slow transition over several years. There were plenty of sessions that I finished feeling near tears because I just didn’t seem to get it right and no matter how hard I tried I just wasn’t good enough!

I was an “everything” photographer. I photographed anything that came my way. It never felt like me though. Specializing in a specific genre of photography was something I was desperate for. Instead of being okayish at everything, I wanted to be really great at something specific.

I never gave up though. Something about these precious little ones, seeing their parents stare at them with so much joy and inspecting their every perfect detail. Every bit of it gave me the mama feels and I craved that sweet connection and photographing it for others. I took several workshops over the years, investing in my business and education. After trying to deny my emotional pull towards newborns I finally gave in and took a workshop focused on lighting and posing newborns. It was the aha moment that changed everything for me! I finally found my grove and became really comfortable posing newborns in a safe way and lighting them in a flattering way.

This year I celebrate 8 years of living my dream photographing your special moments and my heavens I’m so thankful! This January was the 3 year anniversary of me saying YES to newborns and choosing this genre to specialize in. I’m so thankful for everyone who chooses me to photograph their newest family members!

Like this gorgeous mama and her perfect little man! If you’re considering hiring a photographer for your newborn, baby or maternity session, I’d love to be considered! Contact me here for more info and to book ♥