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 […]

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 […]

Welcome to the wonderful (and wild) world of parenthood! I hope you are ready for sleepless nights, endless diaper changes, and a little game called “What does that cry mean?” In all seriousness, going home with a newborn can be overwhelming, and if you don’t laugh about it, you might just cry, and isn’t there […]

I get so excited every time a client requests a beach location for pictures. Living in Sonoma County, I have access to the most incredible beach views. From rugged cliffs to pristine sandy beaches, Bodega Bay offers so much for a Sonoma County photographers and clients looking for an artful, but natural backdrop. Bodega Head […]