With the full support of my amazing husband, I opened a physical studio space in 2022 and I have never been happier! I love being in there and I am always finding new ways to improve my setups for my clients.

Things that I love.... my two dogs (my kids too!), coffee, ChapStick, and newborn babies! I love how they smell and the little noises they make when they sleep. I love the peach fuzz on the backs of their ears, arms, and backs and I love to sniff their little heads. And who doesn't love those surprisingly loud and seriously hilarious baby toots?!!!

I truly love perfecting the newborn poses and even catching those little newborn smiles. In nearly all of my sessions at least one parent will comment "You have so much patience!" and I always have to laugh a little because if you don't have patience in this line of work then the job is not for you. I cannot control a newborn's personality or how they feel that day or how they will react to being posed, etc.... All I can do is comfort them, make them feel safe and go at their own pace. Only then will these stunning portraits be possible.

As somewhat of a perfectionist, I take so much pride in giving you stunning images. What you see in my portfolio is exactly what you will receive from your own session as well. I do not only showcase my 'best work' because that would be deceiving. I give every one of my clients the same amount of quality and care because that is important to me. I never rush my newborn sessions (or any of my other sessions!) because I know that once they are relaxed and comfortable I will be able to capture what you came to get - irreplaceable images of the most memorable time in your life. At the end of your session, I hope we'll feel like friends.

I look forward to hearing from you and meeting your family :)

~ Leah