In all my years as a Hudson Valley NY Newborn Photographer I have gradually seen a wonderful growth in hospital newborn portraits. These days portraits done in the hospital are absolutely gorgeous! I remember when I was 11 years old …
Category Archives: Newborn
Over the years I have gotten Hudson Valley Newborn inquiries asking for me to explain the difference of lifestyle and fine art. To non-photographers, photos may look all the same to them even when the photography art form is not. …
This year I decided to wear many hats as a photographer especially with my new studio space! I was able to concentrate on boudoir, weddings, engagements, fitness, concept shoots and head shots. It has been one heck of a year! …
Browsing one day on Facebook I see a post from one of my friends. I clicked after reading the title of the post ‘Help fix Dakota’s heart!’…now being a Hudson Valley New York Newborn Photographer since the start of my …
It is always such an honor and pleasure to be asked back to photograph a second child into the family. It is the truest compliment to what I do and live to do. Thank you to all the amazing families …
This Orange County NY Newborn was every bit sweet as can be. Some babies find comfort in a snuggle, some warmth, many feedings or a gentle rock…this baby found comfort in her grandma’s arms. Perhaps she was drawn to her …
On average most newborns need to be lulled and relaxed into a deep sleep. This Hudson Valley Newborn needed none of that. He gave me a full session of sleepy goodness! I now can count on a hand and a …
I love everything about being a hudson valley newborn photographer! Feeling blessed and grateful to have the opportunity to capture new life is one of the greatest rewards of doing what I do! This sweet session was a relaxing and …
During a recent Hudson Valley NY Newborn Photographer consult I was asked a few questions that I have not been asked in all the years I have been in business. I absolutely love that parents are so concerned for their …
First newborn for this Hudson Valley Newborn Photographer and I couldn’t have been happier or more honored to photograph this sweet, wide-eyed baby boy! Most of the session he was in my arms soaking up the warmth and enjoying the …
Mom had contacted me a while back inquiring on a newborn session for her first baby boy. Both parents had put a lot of work decorating their boy’s nursery so the exact inquiry read ‘Would like the shoot to be …
…And some babies sleep and sleep and sleep… This is what this little one did for her newborn session. The gentle breeze of summer didn’t cause her to stir and the melodic songs of birds in flight seemed to lull …
Behind in my blogging, once again. So I decided to put my blogging on an automatic publish routine…hopefully this works and helps the continuation: This newborn shoot is actually a bitter sweet one for me. I have been capturing this …
Over the last few years I have traveled about half of the state of New York for sessions and I have to say one of my favorite places is New York City. This family invited me to their home in …
Sweet newborn gift to a beautiful, young family! Enjoy! photography by Carlise is a Hudson Valley New York wedding, maternity and newborn photographer. Orange County NY, Westchester County NY, Rockland County NY, Putnam County and Dutchess County NY. Also serving …
Finally, getting around to update my blog with some yummy goodness! This set of twin sisters were perfect in every way! They both slept soundly for the entire session and only woke to get fed once. Truly was a dream …
One of my recent newborn sessions sent me into western Connecticut. An excited family complete with grandparents, aunt and uncle greeted my arrival. Sweet conversation followed and I knew I was going to enjoy my time with this family very …
Two sweet angels greeted me when I arrived for this session. One sleeping in her nanny’s arms and the other ready to show me her toddler world! No effort was made to get the sweet newborn to sleep, extra cuddles …
This year has been chock full of surprises and amazing experiences. I have met a bunch of new amazing people and have thrilled in watching families grow. I just wanted to take this time and give thanks for it all! …
She’s a little bit of sunshine She’s a smile to light our days She will steal our hearts and Keep them with her warm endearing ways She’s our precious little daughter With a sweetness from above Who will fill our years …
One of the perks of being a newborn photographer in the Hudson Valley is getting to see families grow! I had the honor to photograph this beautiful and amazing family when their first born arrived. And I have been given …
There was so much anticipation for this special arrival. As with most twins these incredibly adorable brothers came early and I had to wait until they were home from the hospital to capture their newborn newness. Both boys couldn’t have …
This is my fifth slumbering baby who gave me an easy and quick session…yes, quick newborn sessions are that rare! His mom told me that he was a deep sleeper but we prepared anyway for a split session since I …
About a month ago my maternity workshop mama gave birth to her third son. The girls that attended that workshop all gathered back for a newborn workshop. In this workshop I showed how I typically handle a newborn session, showed …
This little one is in excellent hands with two older sweet sisters so eager to take on their new roles. She was fast asleep when I got there but quickly awoke in anticipation for her session. It took a little …
I don’t know if I ever mentioned this before but I love when I am able to cuddle and snuggle my newborns! It helps for me to bond with baby and allow them to feel comfortable in my arms. A …
Momma was stunning when I met her several months back for a sit down consult. She was pregnant with twins and so excited and nervous with anticipation for their arrival. We jotted down her expected arrival which would have been …
I cannot say enough how much I enjoy getting to cuddle and snuggle my newborns during each session. This week had me soothing two, a brother and a sister. Every newborn is different and these two definitely proved it to …
I always arrive prepared for a typical newborn session which consists of multiple feedings, changings, burpings and approximately 2-3 hours cuddle time for baby to fall into a deep slumber. However, there have been rare times when baby has been …
I had a great session with this little newcomer! At only 4 days old he was wide-eyed and ready to learn the world. Curious and a little uncertain, he refused to stay in a deep sleep for me. But no …
This sweet session has me smiling from ear to ear: On my arrival this little angel was wide-eyed and ultra curious (most newborns are, it is actually rare for a baby to be sleepy and willing the first hour or …
Recently, I had the pleasure of capturing this little sweetie’s sleepy time moments (and a few awake ones, too). At 3 weeks she was a bundle of warmth and cuddles. This little one had been out of the womb for …
Since getting into this photography career the biggest lesson I have been taught is that there needs to be a fine balance between a technically sound photo and a processed photo. I’ve worked hard on finding the type of processing …
This little one was one of the sweetest babies I’ve had the pleasure to work with. She slept most of the time after her reflux settled and loved to be held. She reminded me of my little Lil (no longer …
I think this song from Edwin McCain that my client used for their wedding song fully sums up everything about this family, and I truly cannot have said it any better. So, I am going to take excerpts from the …
I joked one day with someone saying that my business is my clients business and I really only half joke about that. I am always seeking ways to improve and make things easier for all my clients when they hire …
You know how they pen the phrase, ‘A whirlwind romance’? Well, I am penning the phrase, ‘A whirlwind maternity’! I knew this family was special from the very first email back in May to the very first phone conversation back …
I love when babies sleep. It is one of the most precious things to witness and be part of. Their little breath movements, the sweet expressions, the little sighs, the curled up bodies and the occasional smile (if we are …
A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of being invited to capture a few newborn moments in Dutchess County NY. This time I had double my pleasure with newborn twins! I cannot begin to tell you how incredibly …
I love newborns! Love their tiny fingers, tiny toes and tiny bodies. They have the cutest little wisps of hair and perfect eyelashes. Always in a restful state, except when they are hungry, and always longing for a warm body …
One of my latest, a brand spanking new 10 day old adorable baby girl! She has the sweetest parents and a lovely extended family that I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know! After she fell into a deep, deep sleep I …
I have been approached for a possible project coming up in mid-April and I will need moms-to-be (between 32-37 weeks) and/or newborns (up to 10 days old) anytime during the month of March. If you know of any please refer …
One of my latest…this is a newborn baby boy and his beautiful family. So many beautiful moments to cherish, I had a hard time narrowing down my favorites. Enjoy!
More sweetness to enjoy… One of my favorite daddy and baby connections. Love how both are so in-tune with each other here. His smile is so infectious (plus it seems as if he and his bears are having fun with …
Thought I’d post a sneak peak of one of my latest sessions, a 7 day old precious baby boy! I’m still not done editing but will post more when I finish. Enjoy!
Another one of my latest. This beautiful four month old angel was simply delicious in her first Christmas dress…how can you resist those cheeks!! Enjoy!
Here is one of my latest, a beautiful family complete with smiles, kisses and lots of LOVE! This sweet and adorable baby boy had so much personality for a 0ne month old that he stole my heart! Enjoy!!
I’ve been getting a flood of inquiries asking when the holiday cut-off is for portraits and this is what I’ve been saying to all: Prints/Cards/Collages from the lab: Ordered no later than the 20th and sessions should be finished by …
Here is the other 3-month old sweetie. This one came wrapped in the holiday spirit and a hidden sense of humor! Enjoy!
Here is one of two sweet 3 month old beauties I photographed over the weekend! This precious one came complete with expressive eyes and the cutest little baby bubbles! Enjoy!!
I couldn’t keep this one to myself. This sweet baby angel is one of my latest newborn sessions. I was blessed to get both sleepy and awake images of her! Hope you enjoy!
In my quest to make navigation and viewing easier for all my potential clients, not to mention my portfolio has grown to a massive size, I have put together a maternity and newborn sample gallery. In both my main and …
As Stevie Wonder proclaimed in his iconic song ‘Isn’t she lovely’, I present to you one of my latest sessions. Another precious and adorable babe that I was able to try lots of different things with. This sweet baby was …
I love it when newborns are expressive, they make the most exciting and wonderful images! This little one was workin’ the camera with those Angelina Jolie lips and intense performance of hers. I say she’s a true model in the …
We all need a dose of cute and adorable and I found mine in one of my latest sessions. This one came wrapped in the prettiest pink bow and is as sweet as can be! Enjoy!
After much frustration with creatively putting together announcement cards for my clients I have successfully uploaded design templates from Rita at Coffee Shop Designs. These will replace my efforts and can be customized with images and text. I provided the five samples for girls …
How do I know spring is right around the corner? Because I have been getting quite a few maternity session requests. So, I thought I’d take the opportunity to blog some information about them… First, sessions should be scheduled by …