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 […]

When my clients learn that I’m a Labor and Delivery Nurse, they quickly want to share their labor stories. I love hearing about their experiences and THEIR truths. I can honestly say a lot of healthcare workers are quick to roll their eyes or give a little inner giggle when they hear someone’s medical experience. […]