Welcoming a new baby into the world is a life-changing event, filled with raw, beautiful moments that pass far too quickly. As parents, you want to remember every detail—the tiny fingers, the yawns, and that indescribable “newborn magic.” That’s where a Fresh 48 photography session comes in. What sets my Fresh 48 sessions apart? My […]

A Fresh 48 photography session is a special photo shoot that takes place within the first 48 hours of a baby’s life, typically in the hospital or birthing center where the baby was born. The goal of a Fresh 48 is to capture the raw emotion and fleeting moments immediately after childbirth. Here are some […]

Going from one child to two | Sonoma County Photographer Watching your first baby become an older sibling is such a tender experience, and one that I have been lucky enough to watch. Watching those first interactions, a gentle touch, and eventually, shared giggles is so magical. Seeing your older child step into their new […]

Celebrating motherhood is so special. Motherhood means something different to everyone, and being able to captures each clients vision is so important. As a Sonoma County Photographer, I love having the opportunity to create these memories for moms. This mom reached out to me asking about motherhood pictures. She has the sweetest little son and […]

Let me introduce myself, in case this is your first time on my blog. My name is Michelle, I’ve been a labor and delivery nurse for 22 years and a photographer in Sonoma County for 12 years. I offer all kinds of portrait photography; this session below is a lifestyle newborn photography session. When I […]